TRURO – Fire crews from Provincetown and Wellfleet along with Truro responded to a reported structure fire at 446 Route 6 sometime after 11 AM Tuesday. Firefighters were able to douse the flames quickly and there were no immediate reports of injuries.
From Truro Fire: At approximately 11:20 AM on May 5, 2026, the Truro Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 446 Route 6 in Truro. Mutual aid companies from Wellfleet and Provincetown also responded to assist.
Crews arrived on scene and quickly brought the fire under control. Provincetown Ladder 1 assisted with ventilation and overhaul operations.
No injuries were reported during the incident.
The Truro Fire Department would like to thank our mutual aid partners for their rapid response and assistance.
Further details from Truro Fire Chief Tim Collins: There was a fire at the property located at 446 Route 6. The fire started in a workshop attached to the house. Initial crews were able to quickly knock down the fire and contained the fire to the room of origin. There was extensive smoke damage to the property. The homeowner self-evacuated and no injuries were reported. A working fire assignment was requested through Barnstable County, bringing a Provincetown Ladder and a Wellfleet Engine to the scene to provide assistance for both apparatus as well as additional staffing to assist Truro crews.
