Commercial Building Incident – 6 Dobson Way
Photo by Merrimack Fire RescueCrews on scene at 6 Dobson Way — Merrimack Fire Rescue personnel investigate an alarm activation at a commercial property after reports of smoke inside the building.
Photo by Merrimack Fire RescueLadder operations in progress — Firefighters access the roof to locate the source of smoke, later determined to be a malfunctioning rooftop heating unit.
Photo by Merrimack Fire RescueEngine 1 and Ladder 1 on scene — Firefighters disconnect power and gas to the affected HVAC unit and ventilate the building to ensure safety for nearby businesses.
On October 11, 2025, Merrimack Fire Rescue was notified by an off-duty department lieutenant of a fire alarm activation at a commercial property located at 6 Dobson Way.
Upon arrival, Engine 1 found the unit filled with smoke. Crews quickly investigated and determined the source to be a burned-out motor in a rooftop heating unit.
Firefighters ascended to the roof, disconnected electrical and gas service to the affected unit, and ventilated the building to remove smoke. The prompt actions of all responding personnel helped ensure the safety of nearby occupants and prevented further damage.
No injuries were reported.
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