Fire Breaks Out at Sanford Toilet Paper Factory; Cause and Damage Assessment Ongoing

Early Friday morning, a fire erupted at the Resolute Tissue toilet paper factory in Sanford, Florida, located on St. Johns Parkway. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m., prompting a swift response from Sanford and Seminole County firefighters who worked to extinguish the blaze. As of now, the cause of the fire remains unclear, and assessments regarding the extent of damage to the factory are still underway. Resolute Tissue produces a range of tissue products, including bath tissue and paper towels, using both recycled pulp and virgin fiber, as detailed on the company’s website. Authorities continue to investigate the situation and no injuries or major disruptions have been reported so far.