Market basket in Gloucester is open again after Friday evening – Boston 25 News

Gloucester, mass. – After a fire on the market basket in Gloucester, an examination is underway.

Around 8:23 p.m., the first aiders received a call for a fire in Market Basket in the 101 Gloucester Crossing Road.

On arrival, firefighters discovered two separate fires: one in the storage room and one in the box compactor. The fire were put down until 9 p.m.

According to Gloucester Fire, the shop was reopened on Saturday morning after passing several inspections of the Ministry of Health and the construction department. The business was thoroughly cleaned and disinfected overnight, and all affected food and packaging was rejected.

“I am grateful to our capable fire brigade and mutual auxiliary partners for their efficient work last night to reduce this fire. It remains to be ensured that our residents have access to safe and high -quality food, especially in view of the latest news in our community. I am relieved that the business quickly met the requirements of the Ministry of Health and is open again, ”said Mayor Greg Verga. “I have full confidence in our civil servants of public security and grateful that nobody was injured during the incident.”

The fire is examined by Gloucester Fire, Police, State Police and State Fire Marshal's Office.

This is a developing story. Look for updates as soon as more information is available.

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