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Breaking: Sprinkler Activates at Riverhead Business, Fire Crews Respond

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 12, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 12, 2026 12:08 PM EDT

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January 12, 2026 | Riverhead, NY

A sprinkler system activated at a commercial building on Old Country Road, drawing a swift response from local fire officials. Emergency crews arrived at 1550 Old Country Road following reports of the activation inside the structure. Responders shut down the fire system to mitigate any further issues, with the fire marshal now on scene to assess the situation.

Fire Department on Scene Reporting sprinkler activation in a Commercial Building structure fire system shut down fire marshal on Scene.Fire Department on Scene Reporting sprinkler activation in a Commercial Building structure fire system shut down fire marshal on Scene.

The incident unfolded on Jan. 12 around noon, with no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage.

Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the activation. Updates will follow as details emerge.

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