Franklin Fire Causes Heavy Damage to Building

Photo by Jay HeathFranklin NH Firefighters were dispatched to this single family home for a reported fire showing from the 2nd and 3rd floors at 2315 hrs.


Photo by Jay HeathA Franklin firefighter opens up the roof.


Photo by Jay HeathFirefighters went defensive as heavy fire took over and burned away sections in the rear.


Photo by Jay HeathBristol firefighters operate a line into the first floor.


Photo by Jay HeathTilton-Northfield Engine 1 pumps from the hydrant.


Photo by Jay HeathA Concord firefighter takes a look outside from the second floor.


Photo by Jay HeathLaconia's Tower pours water from the rear of the building.


Photo by Jay HeathA firefighter reenters the building to overhaul and extinguish hot spots.

FRANKLIN, NH - On January 26th, a two-alarm fire caused heavy damage to a three-story single-family home. Around 11:15 P.M., a caller reported a house on fire at Chance Pond Rd. and North Main Street. Franklin, along with automatic mutual aid was dispatched, and Franklin companies arrived a short time later finding the rear of the three-story structure fully-involved. A second-alarm was transmitted and members began a search for any missing occupants. Numerous hand lines were deployed and Laconia's Tower Ladder operated in the rear while Franklin's Tower opened up the front side of the roof. The fire had already burned through the rear section of the roof and interior sections as well. The fire was knocked done by 12:15 A.M., and the NH State Fire Marshal's office was brought in to investigate.