Boston racetrack fire: Suffolk Downs erupts into flames, firefighters act swiftly to save historic building
The Boston Fire Department deployed its drones to help fight the multi-alarm fire at Suffolk Downs racetrack
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Boston firefighters were called to the historic Suffolk Downs horse racetrack Monday evening after a fire erupted in one of its buildings.
The Boston Fire Department said around 11 p.m. that multiple units responded to the multi-alarm fire. Videos posted online showed several firefighters battling the blaze on ladders above the building.
Boston firefighters battling a multi-alarm blaze at the Suffolk Downs horse racetrack on May 30, 2022. (Boston Fire Department/Twitter)
"Companies are working at the 4th alarm at Suffolk Downs. Fire in the roof area, heavy smoke condition throughout the building," the Boston Fire Department tweeted with a video of its members attempting to extinguish the flames.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Companies are working at the 4th alarm at Suffolk Downs. Fire in the roof area, heavy smoke condition throughout the building. pic.twitter.com/glXhtiq1Lv
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) May 31, 2022
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The fire is now thru the roof of the building , all companies are working. pic.twitter.com/p0EUFDkp28
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) May 31, 2022
According to the fire department, a limited water supply caused a 5th alarm to be ordered for the area.
Boston Fire Department drone pictures showing the fire and thermal imaging. (Boston Fire Department/Twitter)
The Suffolk Downs track was initially built in 1935 and was used to host live races until 2019. Since that time, the track has simulcasted races year-round, the Boston Globe reported.
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A 5th alarm has been ordered,companies are relay pumping to supply water to the fire , because of the limited water supply in the area. pic.twitter.com/QDcSv89u6c
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) May 31, 2022
They have deployed the Departments Drone, these are pictures showing the fire and the thermal imaging of the fire from above. pic.twitter.com/rSOpJOklZw
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) May 31, 2022
It is not immediately clear what caused the fire. The building had been reportedly closed since 6:30 p.m. Monday.
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{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}There have been no reported injuries as firefighters attempt to extinguish the flame.