Crews Handle House Fire In Abell |
By 7th District Volunteer's | |
October 4, 2015 | |
On Sunday evening Stations 5 and 1 were alerted to an appliance fire on Abell Road in Abell. Engine 52 and Chief 5 responded and were advised that the caller had fire visible from the dryer and the assignment was upgraded. This added Stations 2, 7 and EMS Stations 59 and 19. Chief 5 arrived on the scene with heavy smoke showing and fire visible in the delta quadrant. Engine 52 laid a supply line from Abell Road and the line was picked up by Engine 51. 52's crew pulled a hand line to Side D of the structure and located the fire just inside the door in the laundry room. Engine 52's crew made a quick knock on the fire and additional crews assisted with opening up. Tanker 5 held up behind Engine 51 and Squad 5 proceeded to the second driveway and operated as the special service. Company 5 units were staffed with 20 volunteers. Chief 5 continued the rest of the assignment until crews were able to check the attic for extension. Engine 14 and Truck 1 arrived sending their crews to the scene and staged on Side A. Once it was confirmed there was no further extension the assignment was held with Company 5 only. Crews ventilated and assisted the occupants with securing the property. Units operated for approximately an hour before returning to quarters. The fire was the result of a malfunctioning dryer. |
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Units: | Engine 52, Engine 51, Tanker 5, Squad 5, Command 5, Utility 5 |
Mutual Aid: | Tanker 14, Truck Company 1, Tanker 2, Engine 21, Tnker 74, Squad 7, Ambulance 598, Ambulance 198 and Sheriff's Office |