Hamilton fire crews on scene of multiple alarm commercial fire

Several units from the Hamilton Fire Department responded Thursday morning to a multiple alarm fire at a building outside Hannon.

Firefighters arrived on scene at 183 Hendershot Rd. to find a fully involved commercial building.

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Fire Chief Dave Cunliffe said that there were no water hydrants available in this area and six water tankers were dispatched in order to fight the fire.

Fire crews advised nearby residents to close their windows, shut down air-cycling units and stay inside as smoke filled the air.

Fire departments in Grimsby and West Lincoln were called in to help, allowing for three additional tankers to respond to the scene.

Cunliffe said over 35 fire units were involved in various operations at the height of the fire.

“This was a stubborn fire and took crews approximately two hours to bring it under control,” he said.

The Office of the Fire Marshall and the Ministry of the Environment have been notified and the cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

No injuries have been reported and the damage is estimated to be in excess of $1.5 million.

HFD would like to advise residents in the area of Hwy.20 and Hendershot Rd. to ensure windows remain closed and air handling units are shut down to avoid drawing in any smoke due to a large commercial fire in the area. pic.twitter.com/v8Hfr0G2ND

— Hamilton Fire Department (@HamiltonFireDep) March 30, 2023

Hamilton police closed Hendershot Rd. between Regional Rd. 20 and Gold Club Rd. to allow crews to contain the fire.