Operations & Training

Watch Massive Fire Destroy KY Marina

May 20, 2019

The blaze had engulfed three buildings at the Conley Bottom Resort on Lake Cumberland by the time firefighters arrived early Monday.

By Mike StunsonLexington Herald-Leader

Firefighters battled a massive blaze at at Conley Bottom Resort on Lake Cumberland in Kentucky early Monday.

Crews battled a major fire Monday morning at Conley Bottom Resort on Lake Cumberland, according to media reports.

The fire was reported just after 2 a.m. Monday, according to WKYM. The main dock and the Lighthouse Cafe appear to be a total loss, the radio station reported.

Three buildings were fully engulfed when firefighters arrived, according to WKYT.

“It’s gone,” said Brian Phelps, who took video showing the heavy flames at the marina.

LEX 18’s Claire Kopsky reported the fire started in the marina’s restaurant.

Conley Bottom Resort wrote on Facebook that it did not lose any private boats or rental boats from the fire.

There are 225 without power in the area following the fire, according to the South Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation.

Conley Bottom Resort describes itself as Lake Cumberland’s family fun destination, according to its website. It offers houseboat rentals, waterfront lodging and has a campground.

This story will be updated.

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