Monday, June 18, 2007

Waterford firefighters stretch first attack line

Opening up to check for further extension

Roof members removing smoldering insulation

Incident Command/Accountability

Quaker Hill (W-25) On arrival

Quaker Hill (W-25) set up in driveway
June 18, 2007: At approx. 0745 companies from the Waterford Fire Department (Cohanzie, Quaker Hill and Oswegatchie) and Montville FD (for additional Engine) were initially dispatched to this 2 1/2 story home for a report of smoke coming from the roof. Upon first arriving officer size-up, a working fire was transmitted for smoke and fire from a rear bedroom. Upon striking the working fire, firefighters from the Submarine Base FD responded in as the FAST company. Crews encountered a small fire in the ceiling and attic space. Fire crews took about 15-20 minutes to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported.