Thomaston Fire & EMS Contain Chimney Fire Without Extension
Photo by Thomaston Fire & EMS Firefighters illuminate the roof of a two-story home as crews investigate a chimney fire reported with flames visible from the top.
Photo by Thomaston Fire & EMS Ground ladders are positioned on both sides of the home to provide roof access while crews monitor conditions around the chimney.
Photo by Thomaston Fire & EMS A firefighter works from the roof, removing the chimney cap and using tools to extinguish burning material inside the flue.
Photo by Thomaston Fire & EMS Burned chimney liner sections and melted insulation removed during overhaul, confirming damage was confined to the chimney with no extension into the home.
December 21, 2025 — Thomaston Fire and EMS responded during the evening hours to a reported chimney fire with flames visible from the top of the chimney. Engine 3, Ladder 2, Thomaston Ambulance, and Car 1 arrived on scene, where crews accessed the roof to remove the chimney cap and extinguish the fire.
Firefighters confirmed the fire was contained to the chimney with no extension into the residence. Chimney chains were used to remove burning debris, and further investigation revealed a burned-through liner with melted insulation. Crews cooled and removed the damaged insulation before securing the scene.
Department officials credited strong teamwork and coordinated operations for safely mitigating the incident.
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