Large Scrap Metal Fire at Metallico Facility, Syracuse

Summary: A significant outdoor fire involving a large pile of scrap metal broke out at the Metallico facility, located at 6225 Thompson Road in Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York. Initial reports suggested a possible building fire, but subsequent updates clarified the fire was in a large pile of scrap metal, with risk of spreading to brush or nearby semi-trucks. Multiple fire departments, including Syracuse, DeWitt, Manlius, Fayetteville, and others, responded to the scene. Operations were complicated by access issues, water supply challenges, and the need for specialized equipment such as aerial apparatus and a foam unit. The incident required coordination with property representatives and water utility personnel to boost water pressure. The fire was visible from a distance, producing thick black smoke, and required extensive resources to contain and extinguish.