A substantial fire consumed a RAMS Trading warehouse in Bird Rock, St. Kitts, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, prompting emergency responders to deploy five fire trucks to combat the flames. Thick black smoke billowed across the neighbourhood as crews spent several hours extinguishing the blaze.
No one was hurt in the incident. The cause remains undetermined, and officials have not yet calculated the full damage or financial impact.
RAMS Trading released a statement acknowledging the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services, Emergency Services, the St. Kitts Electricity Company and L & B Heavy Equipment for their rapid response and skilled work. The retailer also commended its management team, "who stood together through a difficult day with strength, dedication, and care for one another."
The company extended thanks to customers, neighbours and community members who showed concern and provided help following the fire, saying their support "meant a lot to its staff and management."
In its statement, RAMS Trading reflected on its history: "This has been a difficult moment, but for 90 years Ram's has stood with this community, and we remain resilient. We look forward to continuing to serve you, and together, we will overcome."
Denzil Douglas, the nation's Foreign Affairs Minister, posted on social media expressing sorrow over the incident and the destruction. He noted that RAMS Group ranks among the largest employers in St. Kitts and Nevis and has contributed significantly to the economy and citizens' wellbeing. Douglas offered prayers for the owners and staff, expressing hope they would resume operations serving the Federation.
The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire Services had not released official statements on the fire at the time of reporting.
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