Chimney Fire Escalates to Second Alarm, Causes Significant Damage to Bartlett Home
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationHeavy fire vents through the roofline as flames extend from the chimney area during early morning operations.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationFirefighters advance ground ladders to access the upper level while coordinating suppression efforts from multiple points.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationAerial operations are established as crews work from above to cut off fire spread along the roof.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationIntense interior fire conditions glow through windows as crews prepare for entry and suppression.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationCommand staff and firefighters monitor conditions while apparatus and pump operations support the attack.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters Association Aerial crews continue roof operations amid heavy smoke conditions during suppression efforts.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationNighttime conditions show active fire in the upper structure as crews maintain operations during extended incident duration.
Photo by Courtesy of Bartlett Firefighters AssociationFlames continue to vent from the chimney area as apparatus lighting illuminates the scene.
March 15, 2026 — A chimney fire in Bartlett quickly escalated into a second-alarm structure fire early Sunday morning, drawing a large mutual aid response and resulting in significant damage to a residence on Glen Ledge Road. At approximately 5:12 a.m., the Bartlett Fire Department was dispatched to 62 Glen Ledge Road for a reported chimney fire with possible extension. Upon arrival, crews encountered fire that had extended into the roofline and was spreading throughout the home, prompting the upgrade to a first alarm and the request for mutual aid from surrounding departments, including Jackson, North Conway, Center Conway, and Conway Fire, along with Bartlett Jackson Ambulance and a second ambulance from Action Ambulance. As conditions worsened, a second alarm was struck, bringing in additional manpower while Fryeburg Fire covered a neighboring station. Firefighters worked for several hours to ventilate the structure and bring the blaze under control. All occupants were able to safely evacuate prior to firefighters’ arrival, and no injuries were reported. However, the home sustained extensive damage and has been deemed unsafe to occupy. Officials expressed appreciation for the coordinated response, noting the continued strength and reliability of the region’s mutual aid system.
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