Firefighters Contain Trailer Fire Along Route 501 in Warwick Township
Photo by Lititz Fire Company No. 1A Lititz Fire Company firefighter uses a rotary saw from a ladder to access the damaged refrigeration unit during the trailer fire along Route 501.
Photo by Lititz Fire Company No. 1Flames vent from the rear of the trailer as firefighters advance a hose line to contain the fire at the loading area.
Photo by Lititz Fire Company No. 1Firefighters assess damage and overhaul the trailer after the fire was knocked down, ensuring no hidden hot spots remain.
Photo by Lititz Fire Company No. 1A firefighter directs a steady stream of water into the trailer’s refrigeration compartment as heavy smoke dissipates following containment.
December 6, 2025 — Source: Lititz Fire Company No. 1
Firefighters responded to a trailer fire in the 500 block of Furnace Hills Pike (Route 501) at approximately 3:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon. Crews arriving on scene found fire involving the refrigeration unit of a commercial trailer positioned alongside a building.
Firefighters deployed handlines and used specialized tools to access and extinguish the fire, preventing it from spreading beyond the refrigeration compartment. The incident was brought under control in a timely manner, and damage was limited to the affected unit. No injuries were reported.
Officials said the response highlighted coordinated suppression efforts and technical skills required for commercial vehicle fires, which can present unique hazards due to fuel sources and mechanical components.
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