Marblehead Fire Chief Jason Gilliland tells the Current that a fire broke out Tuesday inside the pit at the Transfer Station and quickly spread to a nearby truck.
A Transfer Station employee pulled the truck away from the pit, and crews put out the fire.
“This happens two-to-three times a year,” Gilliland said. “It might have started with ashes in the pit.”
Gilliland added: “This is a good reminder that people shouldn’t throw hot coals, flares, fireworks or anything that can spark into the pit.”
No one was hurt and damage was minimal, Gilliland said.
