August 10, 2021
HAMPSHIRE, IL – Fire sprinklers contained a fire at Elgiloy Specialty Metals manufacturing facility. The fire started after a motor malfunctioned and spread to two other motors. Four sprinklers activated and kept the fire from spreading. Firefighters from the Hampshire Fire Protection District extinguished the remaining fire upon arrival. An estimated $10 million in property damage was saved and no injuries were reported.

“The sprinkler system did its job, it contained the fire quickly and prevented any injuries. The business was back in operation the next day!” said Fire Chief Trevor Herrmann.

Source:  Fire Chief Trevor Herrmann, Hampshire Fire Protection District