Suwannee Lumber Mill Fire Update | Gainesville News

A major fire erupted early Sunday at the Suwannee Lumber Company mill in Dixie County, centered in the dry kiln area — a critical blow for one of the Southeast’s largest lumber producers and a key employer of 200 to 500 people. Firefighters from multiple counties battled the blaze all day, fearing spread, as officials monitored damage and prepared for updates. This is a community-wide setback with lasting impacts — we’re watching closely to see how recovery unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/23d5ebfa71463efd