Pittsfield Fire Knock Down Brown St. Blaze

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Firefighters responded to a reported structure fire with possible entrapment on Brown Street just after 2 a.m. Tuesday.
 
Upon arrival, heavy fire was showing from the side of the building. Car 2 requested a second alarm calling engine 1 engine 6 and the Hinsdale Rehab unit.
 
Engine 2 attacked the main body of the fire while other units deployed handlines for the interior.
 
Heavy fire was encountered n the first, second floor, and attic.
 
Crews were able to get the main body of the fire under control in 40 minutes.
 
There was extensive fire, water, and smoke damage on the three floors. There were no reported injuries 
 
The cause of fire is under investigation.

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Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 22 to 25

PITTSFIELD, Mass. The following street improvements are scheduled from April 22 to April 25:
  • On April 22, the first course of paving will take place on Backman Avenue and Jason Street (from Friar Drive to West Street).
  • On April 23, the first course of paving will take place on Joseph Drive.
In addition, structures will be raised on:
  • Orlando Avenue
  • Ridge Avenue
  • Backman Avenue
  • Jason Street
  • Joseph Drive
 
On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m. Use caution when traveling on these roads.
 
This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
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