Fire crews responded to a working brush fire in the area of Upson and Covey Roads Saturday afternoon.
Tankers from Unionville and Burlington helped transport water. Tunxis and Harwinton tankers also responded.
A nearby public library was evacuated as firefighters fought to put out the flames.
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The fire spread for several miles, destroying 5 acres, said Deputy Chief Andrew Mercieri.
Fire officials said one firefighter suffered from smoke inhalation and was transported to Bristol hospital.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
