Fire Severely Damages Floyd County Historic Courthouse in Rome
A fire broke out on Monday at the Floyd County Historic Courthouse in downtown Rome. Officials discovered the blaze around 2:20 p.m. at the building on West 5th Avenue.
Immediate response
All employees inside were evacuated safely, Floyd County Manager Jamie McCord said. Police blocked roads and cleared portions of nearby Broad Street while crews fought the fire.
Firefighters worked to contain the blaze. Portions of the historic structure suffered severe damage.
Building use and condition
The courthouse serves as the Floyd County Tax Commissioner’s office. The structure was undergoing renovations when the fire started.
Filmogaz.com reports the building dates to 1892. It features Romanesque Revival design and terra cotta grotesques on its facade.
Investigation
The cause of the fire remains unknown. Investigators have opened a probe and continue to examine the scene.
Key facts
| Date | Monday |
| Time discovered | About 2:20 p.m. |
| Location | West 5th Avenue, downtown Rome |
| Building | Floyd County Historic Courthouse |
| Built | 1892 |
| Architecture | Romanesque Revival; terra cotta grotesques |
| Current use | Floyd County Tax Commissioner’s office |
| Status at time | Undergoing renovations |
| Cause | Under investigation |
Fire severely damages Floyd County Historic Courthouse, city officials confirmed. Authorities will provide updates as the investigation proceeds.
