Chattanooga firefighters worked quickly to stop a commercial fire from spreading at a local factory Wednesday afternoon. At 1:20 PM on 3/25/25, Blue Shift companies responded to Gestamp’s plant on Jersey Pike and found smoke showing from the back of the facility. All employees had been evacuated.
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Crews were dealing with an exterior fire that was moving interior via the plant’s filtration system. They got it under control and then tackled different hot spots while also checking for any extension. The building was ventilated in order to remove smoke. There were no injuries. This was a labor intensive response with at least 1200 feet of supply line laid from the hydrant on Jersey Pike to the fire scene at the back of the building. Relay pumping was needed to boost water pressure.
Part of Jersey Pike in front of the plant was temporarily shut down for the supply line to support firefighting operations. We appreciate the assistance of Gestamp officials as they provided support to fire officials on the scene. Engine 6, Ladder 6, Engine 8, Squad 7, Ladder 7, Ladder 21, Engine 21, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 responded, along with CPD and HCEMS.
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