MARIA STEIN, Ohio (WLIO) – A fire destroyed a church in Maria Stein Thursday afternoon.
The call came in just before 3 p.m. to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on State Route 119. The flames quickly spread through the roof, triggering a second alarm.
Several fire departments from Mercer and surrounding counties rushed in to help, along with additional manpower.
Several fire departments from Mercer and surrounding counties rushed in to help, along with additional manpower. Drones were also brought in to get a sky-high view for the worst spots to target for firefighters. We will have more information about the fire when it is released.
