By Max Bowen—max.bowen@northstarreporter.com
A two-alarm fire at the Fuller Box Company Friday morning was quickly extinguished with no injuries.
The fire was reported at 7:50 a.m. Friday, via 911 calls and a box alarm, according to the department. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames on the outer right side of the building. After gaining entry, they learned that the fire had spread to the attic.
A second alarm was activated, bringing in firefighters from Attleboro, Foxboro, Mansfield, Norton and Plainville. Rehoboth, Seekonk and Wrentham fire departments provided station coverage.
Firefighters quickly put out the fire in the attic, preventing it from spreading to other areas, the statement read. By approximately 9 a.m., the fire was deemed under control. Crews remained on the scene conducting overhaul operations and checking for hot spots.
Employees of the Chestnut Street box and packing company evacuated safely before firefighters arrived. No injuries were reported.
NAFD Chief Christopher Coleman believes the building sustained significant damage, and the department is investigating the fire’s cause.
“The quick and effective actions of the responding firefighters, along with the operational sprinkler systems, prevented this fire from worsening and causing further damage to the remaining portions of the building,” said Coleman.