Detroit, March 5, 2016—Firefighters responded at 2:15 a.m. to a fire reported in a dwelling, and upon arrival, found fire venting from a second-floor window. Firefighters began an interior attack, but had extreme difficulty reaching the seat of the fire. As conditions deteriorated, a decision was made to evacuate the structure, conduct a PAR and to take a defensive posture.
Photo by Gordon J. Nord Jr.
Cliffside Park, NJ, Feb. 27, 2016—Cliffside Park firefighters were dispatched at about 5:30 a.m. for a smoke condition in a deli. Members forced entry to both the front and rear of the store and found fire in the rear kitchen area. The visible flames were quickly extinguished, but it was soon apparent that the fire had extended to the cockloft and was quickly spreading. A third alarm was transmitted as the fire broke through the roof. Members were withdrawn and a defensive operation commenced with one Squrt, one ladder pipe, and several handlines and monitors. The fire eventually extended to the front of the deli and the roof collapsed. Crews were able to save an attached retail/apartment building.
By Bill Tompkins
Chester Heights, PA, March 2, 2016—Around 2 p.m., companies 71, 59, 17, Medic 104-7D, Medic 100A and RIT 23 were alerted to a working fire in a residence. Upon the arrival of Engine 71, Truck 17 and Engine 59-2, multiple lines were placed in service and crews made an aggressive attack. As crews were making entry, Companies 46 and 66 were added to the assignment. The incident was placed under control in about an hour, and no injuries were reported.
Photo by Nozzle Nut Photography
