Firefighters Contain Large Early Morning Structure Fire

PONTOON BEACH – On Saturday, February 28, 2026, at approximately 1:08 a.m., the Mitchell Fire Department provided mutual aid to the Long Lake Volunteer Fire Department for a working commercial structure fire in the 3700 block of Pontoon Road.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a fully involved commercial structure fire with exposures to adjacent buildings. Firefighters worked quickly to contain the blaze and protect surrounding properties.

Additional agencies assisting on scene included the Fairmont City Fire Department, Glen Carbon Fire Department, Granite City Fire Department, City of Madison Fire Department, Rural Med - Metro East EMS, and the State Park Fire Department.

The fire was later extinguished without incident. No injuries were reported.

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