FITCHBURG — On Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at approximately 11:12 a.m., Fitchburg Fire Department Group 4 companies responded to the Pine Street area following a report of a building fire.
According to the Fitchburg Fire Department, while crews were en route, firefighters reported seeing heavy black smoke from the Water Street area.
The first crews to arrive on scene encountered heavy smoke and fire coming from the rear of the building, with adjacent structures exposed. Firefighters deployed multiple attack lines, established a water supply, and extended an aerial ladder to the roof.
The fire was quickly brought under control, and crews remained on scene to conduct overhaul operations, according to the Fitchburg Fire Department.
Two people were displaced following the fire. No injuries were reported.
