Fire On Buckingham Closes New Haven Ave

The police and fire department this morning responded to a call of a burning building on Buckingham ave. The road was closed between Gulf Street and the town Library as firefighters worked to get the situation under control.

As of 11:00 A.M. the road has not reopened and traffic has not resumed its normal routes. The cause of the fire is currently unknown and more information will be posted as information arrives.

Update:

49 Buckingham The Perkins Rouge Paint Company caught fire, this appears to be their second fire in two years, the fire was a two alarm fire, this means that every fire engine in town and mutual aid has responded to the call, as of 11:15 the fire was still being fought after burning for nearly an hour. No updates on the cause of the fire yet.

To see photos of their previous fire from November 17, 2006 click HERE.