BERLIN, Conn. (WFSB) – A fire at a business in Berlin closed a portion of a road on Tuesday.
Fire officials said it broke out at Precision Punch and Tooling on Christian Lane.
They were called for a reported explosion in the building that resulted in a fire.
Crews said they arrived to find heavy smoke inside a manufacturing area and employees still in the process of evacuating.
Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire thanks to employees who kept the fire in check with fire extinguishers.
One employee suffered a minor laceration and several others were evaluated for smoke inhalation. However, no one needed hospitalization, firefighters said.
“The incident occurred during a grinding process where a stray spark ignited cooling oil which entered a portion of the ventilation system,” said Chief John Massirio, Berlin Fire Department. “Connecticut DEEP responded to assist with chemical identification and hazard mitigation.”
Berlin police said Christian Lane was closed between the Route 9 ramps and Deming Road.
They asked drivers to seek alternate routes during the fire department’s response.
The Rocky Hill Fire Department confirmed that it was requested to help provide support for Berlin while firefighters took care of the scene.
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