Saint John firefighters responded to a severe fire at an apartment building on Tower Street in the Lower West Side late last night.

Shortly after 10:00 p.m. crews arrived to find heavy black smoke pouring from the structure. The Saint John Firefighters shared details of the incident and noted the rapid response required to secure the area.

Initial Response and Resource Strain

Engine 6 arrived first with a crew of four firefighters. They immediately launched a fire attack and searched the building for occupants. The severity of the blaze prompted a second alarm. This call brought additional personnel to the scene but left city fire resources strained. Only one truck remained in service for the rest of Saint John and both tankers sat unstaffed at their stations.

Fire Brought Under Control

Firefighters worked quickly and brought the fire under control. The building sustained extensive fire damage. Fortunately crews reported no injuries during the incident.

Scene Footage

You can view footage from the scene below provided by the Saint John Firefighters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the fire happen?

The fire occurred at an apartment building on Tower Street in the Lower West Side of Saint John.

Was anyone injured in the fire?

No. Firefighters reported no injuries.

Did the fire department have enough resources?

The second alarm required additional personnel. This left only one fire truck in service for the rest of the city and left both tankers unstaffed.