Quick Response in Uptown

Saint John Firefighters responded to reports of a fire at an apartment building in Uptown Saint John early this morning.

Upon arrival, crews observed smoke coming from one of the units. Firefighters acted fast. They located a small fire inside the apartment and extinguished the flames quickly.

After putting out the fire, crews remained on the scene for approximately one hour to ventilate smoke from the building. The Saint John Firefighters Association confirmed the details of the incident.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the fire take place?

The fire occurred in an apartment building in Uptown Saint John.

Was the fire large?

No. Firefighters described it as a small fire which they quickly located and extinguished.

How long were emergency crews on the scene?

Crews remained on site for about one hour to ensure they ventilated all smoke from the building.