Battalion One

View from Bank and State Street

Battalion One getting an update, Subase FD FAST team officer (A-Shift) listening intently

FDNL Tower Ladder A-25

July 29, 2006: New London Fire Department responded to 78-88 State street for a reported structure fire in the old Cronin Building. Upon arrival a smoke condition was observed from the street. Battalion One assumed command and first due companies reported a fire on the second floor. Battalion One requested an additional chief due to the possible complexity of this fire and a second alarm was also transmitted. Initial handlines were stretched to aggressivly fight this fire and in only a matter of minutes was the fire knocked down. An additional tower ladder was also requested and W-55 from the Cohanzie Fire Department responded to the scene. After extensive overhaul to ensure there was no extension the under control was given by the battalion.