Mutual aid helps Royalston crews contain brush fire

ROYALSTON, Mass. (WWLP) - Fire crews from several area towns assisted Royalston firefighters in containing a brush fire on Wednesday as dry and windy conditions challenged efforts to prevent the fire from spreading.

According to the Royalston Fire Department, the fire was reported along Athol Richmond Road and was actively spreading when first responders arrived. Crews were able to successfully contain the fire, thanks to support from multiple mutual aid departments.

Assistance came from Athol, Orange, Richmond, Phillipston, and Warwick fire departments. Royalston fire officials expressed gratitude to their neighboring departments for the swift response and cooperation.

“We extend our gratitude to Athol Fire, Orange Fire, Richmond Fire, Phillipston Fire, and Warwick Fire for their support,” the department wrote in a social media post following the incident.

Warwick Fire confirmed that its Squad One, Deputy Fire Chief, and a lieutenant were called as well. Upon their arrival, the fire had already been brought under control, and the crew was cleared shortly afterward.