You heard the sirens late yesterday afternoon when a reported shed fire quickly escalated into a larger emergency on the Lower West Side. When Engine 6 arrived on the scene, crews discovered the fire was actually burning inside a room of a three story apartment building.

Fast Response Stops the Spread

The four firefighters stationed on the Lower West Side immediately worked to stop the flames. Additional crews from across Saint John responded to assist with the emergency. Their fast action contained the fire to the original unit. The rest of the building sustained minimal smoke damage.

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Resident Treated for Smoke Inhalation

Firefighters treated one resident for smoke inhalation at the scene. Ambulance New Brunswick paramedics then took over patient care.

The Saint John Firefighters noted that properly staffed and strategically placed fire trucks save lives and property. They expressed pride in serving the residents of Saint John.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the fire happen?

The fire occurred in a three story apartment building on the Lower West Side of Saint John.

Were there any injuries?

One resident suffered smoke inhalation and received treatment from firefighters and Ambulance New Brunswick paramedics.

Did the fire spread to other apartments?

No. Firefighters contained the blaze to the original unit and the rest of the building had little smoke damage.