At 0922 hours on Sunday, 10 January units from Fire Station 29 responded to Box 14-07 for the reported chimney fire. Truck 731 and Engine 731 arrived on scene and reported sparks and heavy smoke showing from the chimney and began investigating. Investigation revealed a heavy buildup of creasote in the basement fireplace and fire in the chimney.
The Tankers from Fire Stations 14, 22, and 31 set up a dump tank, water supply site, and prepared for a rural water tanker shuttle. Units were able to contain the fire to the fireplace and chimney, remove the burning materials and accumulated creasote, and extinguish the fire in the chimney through the use of dry chemical agents and extinguisher.
Rescue Squad 729 and Truck 729 assisted with confirmation that all occupants were out of the home and checked for extension of the fire into the attic and walls. Engine 729, 4th due, assumed duties as the Rapid Intervention Company (RIC).
Units:
Fire Station 29 units: Engine 729, Aerial Tower 729, Rescue Squad 729
Mutual Aid:
Other Station Units: Rescue-Engine 714, Engine 731, Engine 722, Engine 735, Truck 731, Tanker 714, Tanker 722, Tanker 733, Medic 714, Battalion Chief 703, Battalion Chief 705, and Safety 700
