Fire erupts at motorsports dealership in Southampton Township, NJ

Just after 6 a.m., the fire started to erupt once again.
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
SOUTHAMPTON TWP., New Jersey (WPVI) -- Firefighters are battling a blaze at a motorsports dealership in Southampton Township, Burlington County.

The fire ignited just before 3 a.m. at Mt. Holly Motorsports on the 2000 block of Route 206.
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Chief Scott Mitchell of the Vincent Fire Company told Action News the fire started inside the repair shop and extended to the roof.

Mitchell said some firefighters were evacuated as a safety precaution.

Crews worked to remove equipment from the dealership as they battled the flames, the chief said.

The fire looked to be under control but then just after 6 a.m., flames started to erupt once again.

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Mitchell said firefighters will use heavy machinery to gain access to the building that they otherwise cannot reach.
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"So we are going to have to take apart the building a little to take the fire out," Mitchell said.



No injuries have been reported.

The dealership sells dirtbikes, motorcycles, ATVs and utility vehicles.
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