Couple Marries Despite Fire at Abington Pizza Shop Delaying Ceremony

ABINGTON, Mass. — A wedding ceremony in Abington turned unexpectedly dramatic after a fire broke out at a pizza shop located next to the wedding venue, briefly disrupting the celebration before the couple was ultimately able to say “I do.”

The fire started in a storage area of the pizza restaurant sharing a building with the venue on Centre Avenue. As the ceremony was getting underway, guests noticed smoke entering the event space, prompting concern and an immediate response from emergency crews.

Firefighters quickly arrived on scene, evacuated portions of the building, and worked to contain the blaze. Officials later determined the fire was likely caused by improperly discarded smoking materials.

Despite the disruption, the situation was brought under control within a short period of time. Once the building was declared safe, the wedding resumed and the couple completed their ceremony.

Guests described the moment as chaotic but memorable, with smoke alarms and fire trucks briefly replacing the traditional wedding atmosphere. The couple later reflected on the incident, calling it an unforgettable part of their wedding day.