Seagrove, North Carolina – A devastating fire ripped through a barn at Callicutt Stables in Seagrove on Sunday, killing 36 of the 43 horses who were boarded there. As reported by the Charlotte Observer, responding firefighters were met with a fully engulfed 15,000 square foot barn shortly before 1:00 p.m. on Sunday.
In a news release, the Randolph County Department of Emergency Services said, “Despite the efforts of firefighters, the structure was considered a total loss. At the time of the fire 43 horses were boarded within the structure and 36 perished as a result of the fire.”
A fundraiser created for the family highlights the importance Callicutt Stables has had in the area:
For decades, this barn has stood as more than just a structure — it has been a cornerstone of the walking horse community. Under its roof, generations of exceptional Tennessee Walking Horses were raised, trained, and always appreciated. Riders from near and far came here searching for their next show partner, their next trail companion, or simply just loved to come hang around! For many of us, Callicutt Stables wasn’t just a barn. It was a home away from home.
The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
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