Rochester waste facility breaks into flames
Jun 14, 2026
Smoke billows from the SEMASS facility during the June 14 fire. Photos source: David Curran
Firefighters from surrounding towns helped battle the fire. 
Firefighters man the hoses.
Smoke billows from the SEMASS facility during the June 14 fire. Photos source: David Curran
Firefighters from surrounding towns helped battle the fire.
Firefighters man the hoses.
ROCHESTER — A fire broke out at the SEMASS facility on Cranberry Highway on Sunday, June 14.
One firefighter was transported to the hospital for evaluation. The fire caused a partial roof collapse, but no one was in the area when it occurred.
Numerous towns provided mutual aid.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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