Firefighters from Wharton, Bay City, and several nearby counties battled a massive fire last Wednesday morning at the Maximum Egg Farm on FM 442 near Boling. Wharton crews arrived just after 8:24 to find the large commercial building fully involved. Mutual aid departments quickly joined as Wharton police used drones to guide efforts from above. By mid-morning, the flames were contained and extinguished, though hot spots were still being checked. Officials credit the teamwork of regional fire crews for stopping the fire from spreading and ask drivers to avoid the area while the investigation continues.