Crime & Safety
Somers Fire Department Responds To Industrial Fire On Scitico Road
The Somers Fire Department responded to the second commercial building fire in four days on Monday morning.
SOMERS, CT – A fire at an industrial building in the Somers Industrial Park was quickly contained by town and area firefighters Monday morning.
Around 7:17 a.m., the Somers Fire Department was dispatched to 40 Scitico Road for a reported fire inside a large industrial building, about 500 feet by 100 feet. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy smoke coming from the rear unit of the structure. Crews quickly determined that the fire originated from a machine inside one of the occupancies and worked efficiently to extinguish it.
Several mutual aid departments responded to assist in the operation. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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This marks the third fire in Somers this week, including a massive blaze Friday night at Grower Direct Farms on Hampden Road.
"I cannot commend our volunteer members enough for the incredible work they have done," Fire Chief David Lenart said. "Their dedication and professionalism continue to protect our community, and I thank them for their hard work."
