Madison Heights, VA – the Monelison Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire today at approximately 1:30 PM. Neighbors initially called 911, thinking there was a brush fire, but soon realized it was a home on fire at the 2600 block of River Road. Responding units included Engine 23, Brush 21, Tanker 21, and Chief 2, along with assistance from the Amherst Fire Department, Pedlar Fire Department, Amherst Fire & EMS, and the Amherst County Sheriff's Office.

Due to the dry conditions, there was also a brush fire on the property. Brush 21 was deployed to handle the brush fire, successfully containing it and preventing further spread.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Amherst County Fire Marshal's Office.