Crime & Safety
New Haven Firefighters Battling Tuesday Afternoon 3-Alarm Newhallville House Fire
Just after 2 p.m. Tuesday, firefighters raced to 289 Division St. for a porch fire in 2 1/2-story wood-frame house, by 3 p.m., was 3-alarm.
NEW HAVEN, CT — Update: The blaze is now a 3-alarm, per fire officials.
The fire has extended to a neighboring building the department posted to social media.
East Haven Fire Department Chief Matt Marcarelli confirmed his department is sending mutual aid.
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"We're headed to the city for station coverage," he said.
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An active house fire in Newhallville is being fought by New Haven firefighters.
The fire department was called shortly after 2 p.m. Tuesday to 289 Division St. for a fire on a porch of a three-family, two-and-a-half-story wood-frame house.
Firefighters report the fire was "going good," meaning they encountered a well-involved blaze.
Emergency crews have a large presence, blocking vehicle access between Dixwell and Winchester avenues.
Check back for updates.
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