Fire at Rumpke Transfer Station

Muskingum County- A year old facility in Muskingum County caught fire early Thursday morning.

The Washington Township Fire Department and Rumpke officials continue to investigate the fire at the Rumpke Transfer Station on Adamsville Road.

Fire Chief Gene Hanning said they got the call around 6a.m. When crews arrived on the scene the building was fully engulfed in flames.

Hanning said at this time they aren’t sure what caused the fire, but the building was full of trash.

Rumpke said service will continue without interruption, however the transfer station will remain closed during an investigation and cleanup.

“We want to thank the local firefighters for their swift response and support,” said Randy Broadright, area safety manager at Rumpke. “Despite these difficult circumstances, Rumpke will continue providing our customers with excellent service as we work through this situation.”

Washington Township, Perry Township, Adamsville, Zanesville and South Zanesville Fire Departments worked to extinguish the fire. No one was injured.