None Injured in Harpin Turn Car Fire

CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Emergency crews responded to a fully engulfed vehicle fire near the Hairpin Turn in Clarksburg late Thursday evening. 

 

According to Nick Mantello of North Adams 911, The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m., drawing a multi-agency response from the North Adams Fire Department, North Adams Police Department, the Clarksburg Volunteer Fire Company, and Northern Berkshire EMS. 

 

Mantello, who was on scene, confirmed all occupants were safely out of the vehicle and reported no injuries. North Adams Fire personnel arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze within minutes of reaching the scene. While there was an initial concern regarding overhead utility wires, authorities confirmed they sustained no damage. 

 

The roadway remained closed to traffic for approximately one hour while crews secured the area.