Monmouth Firefighters Assist at Fully Involved Structure Fire in Litchfield

Photo by Monmouth Fire DepartmentFlames engulf a residence on Pelican Drive in Litchfield during a fully involved overnight structure fire that drew multiple mutual aid departments, including Monmouth Fire Department.

Photo by Monmouth Fire DepartmentFire apparatus lines the icy roadway as firefighters operate hose lines during a fully involved house fire in Litchfield early Monday morning.

Photo by Monmouth Fire DepartmentA fully involved structure burns intensely as firefighters work defensively to control the fire and prevent extension to nearby exposures.

Photo by Monmouth Fire DepartmentHeavy fire conditions are visible throughout the residence as crews battle the blaze during overnight operations in Litchfield.
December 29, 2025 — At approximately 2:30 a.m., the Monmouth Fire Department responded on mutual aid to a fully involved structure fire on Pelican Drive in the Town of Litchfield.
Crews arrived to find heavy fire conditions with the structure well involved, requiring a coordinated, defensive-style firefighting operation alongside Litchfield and additional mutual aid departments. Firefighters worked under challenging overnight and winter conditions to help contain the blaze and protect surrounding properties.
No further information on injuries or the cause of the fire was immediately available. Information provided by the Monmouth Fire Department.