Planck Vision Systems: Fire at River Street Warehouse Could Result in $5 Million Loss, Building May Be Demolished

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NEWS

A massive fire broke out at a historic industrial building on River Street, New Haven, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The fire was intense enough to warp the interior steel beams of the warehouse. The building, located at 36 River Street, is owned by 2436 River Street LLC, which has held ownership since September 2020, according to public property records.

The fire started around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, and fire officials from various regions quickly responded to the scene. By Thursday afternoon, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker confirmed that the fire was under control, though parts of the building were still smoldering. Much of the structure had already been taken down due to the fire’s severity. While it remains uncertain whether the entire building will need to be demolished, the loss and damage to the historic site are significant, with estimated damages at approximately $5 million USD.

The fire officials are currently investigating the cause of the fire. Mayor Elicker mentioned that once the investigation is complete, the owners of the property will need to assess the extent of the damage and decide on the next steps. The building’s historical value adds to the complexity of the situation, as its potential demolition would represent a significant loss to the area.

Given the intensity of the fire, this event underscores the importance of early fire detection and prevention in industrial settings. Planck Vision TNC thermal imaging cameras could have played a pivotal role in detecting the heat anomalies before the fire fully erupted.

These advanced thermal cameras are capable of identifying abnormal heat conditions in real-time, providing valuable early warnings before visible flames and smoke are present. With such early alerts, businesses could take preventive measures, potentially averting destruction to valuable property and the associated financial losses.

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