On the morning of Saturday October 6, 2007 Nashua Fire Alarm began receiving several calls reporting a building fire at 61 Fairmount Street. The initial dispatch of Engine 1, Engine 5, and Ladder 1 with Deputy Allison responded. On arrival the companies encountered heavy fire conditions on the grounds of a vacant tannery building. A second alarm was requested bringing Engine 4, Engine 2, and Ladder 2 to the scene. The third alarm was transmitted and Engine 6, Engine 3, and Tower 1 were dispatched. The fire quickly consumed the building and defensive operations were required. Companies remained on scene for most of the day wetting down hot spots. 
The main body of the building 
IC Deputy Allison looks over the scene 
Looking at the building through the main gate to the property 
Another shot from Fairmount Street 
No forcible entry tools needed here 
Companies trying to make progress with hand lines 
Engine Co 4 on a big line  FF Eric Battaselli of Engine Co. 5 Photos provided by Al Boucher
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