Caught in Southie on video
On Monday afternoon, BFD was called to 20 West Fifth Street for a fire on the roof near generator vent. This building is under construction. Firefighters were able to quick knock down the flames. Mike Freeman was able to capture Boston’s bravest in action. Boston Fire Department Fire Investigation Unit is investigating the cause.
About The Ceinture
20 West Fifth Street is home to The Ceinture a new luxury condo building will feature 54 residences and is located within the “Dorchester Avenue Growth Corridor” as coined by the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA). The BPDA envisions approximately 25 million square feet of new development for the Dot Ave Growth Corridor.
FYI – The Ceinture – (which means belt in French) will reside where Colmar Belting Company (A division of Motion Industries) once stood. May come in handy on trivia night!
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