Sarah Johnson, former mayor of Norway, South Carolina, died from injuries sustained in a house fire on Harrison Avenue on Saturday. Orangeburg County Coroner Sean Fogle confirmed her passing at age 70, with an autopsy scheduled for Tuesday, December 23.​
Background
Johnson served as mayor from April 2013 to December 2019, making her the first African American woman elected to the position in the town’s history. The Town of Norway’s Facebook page highlighted her six-year tenure as a significant milestone for the community.​
Incident Details
A firefighter was also injured during the response to the blaze, though further details on their condition remain limited. Local news outlets reported the fire’s occurrence promptly, emphasizing Johnson’s public service legacy.
