Plymouth, New Hampshire – Fire crews swiftly responded to a large fire on Main Street in Plymouth Saturday night. The fire originated from the Downtown Pizza building, located next to the popular venue The Flying Monkey, owned by the Common Man Family. As the fire broke out, 450 guests, employees, and musicians were safely evacuated from The Flying Monkey during a show that was in progress.
Maureen Clark, an attendee of the show, described the orderly evacuation process, noting that initial concerns about the roof being on fire were actually from a building connected to the old movie theater next door. The Common Man Family expressed gratitude for the evacuation’s success and the prompt response from the Plymouth Fire Department and neighboring crews.
The extent of damage to The Flying Monkey remains unknown, as Common Man officials await updates from fire authorities. The community, however, has shown overwhelming support through social media, reflecting the care and concern for the cherished venue, its staff, guests, and The Common Man family.
With Main Street blocked off, fire crews from multiple communities worked to contain the blaze at the Downtown Pizza building, where significant damage to the roof was visible. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, with the state fire marshal’s office expected to investigate the scene.
The Common Man Family emphasized the importance of safety and expressed appreciation for the outpouring of support while awaiting further updates on the impact of the fire on their iconic venue. Efforts to address the aftermath of the fire continue as authorities work to determine the cause and assess the damages affected by the incident.