Norwood

Small Roof Fire at Moderna Plant in Norwood

There was no word on any injuries

A small fire broke out at a Moderna plant Wednesday morning in Norwood, Massachusetts.

The Norwood Fire Department was on scene at Moderna's Technology Center East building on Investors Way around 6 a.m. Wednesday. The building is currently under construction and is not used for vaccine manufacturing or distribution, officials said.

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Fire crews quickly contained the flames, which were confined to some duct work and materials on the roof.

The fire was largely knocked down by 8 a.m. Norwood fire said crews were opening up the building and checking for any extension.

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No injuries were reported and the scene was cleared by 8:30 a.m.

The fire remains under investigation by Norwood fire officials, but is believed to be accidental in nature.

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