‘I couldn’t believe it,’ Cabot dental equipment business facing losses and layoffs following fire
By Dylan Price
Published on April 22, 2026.
A fire that destroyed Gota Dental LLC in Cabot, Arkansas, has resulted in an estimated loss of over $2 million and layoffs. The warehouse manager, James Heflin, said the fire was caused by a spark ignited a piece of upholstery while welding. Shay Lewis, the manager of the company, and owner Wade Myers, are estimating that the fiscal losses from the ruined equipment and the damages to the building are expected to be high. The loss of 10 families, many of whom pride themselves in being tight-knit, is a significant loss for the business. The company is currently waiting for inspection to determine the insurance they will receive.
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