South Battalion Detached Garage Fire
Incident #: 2011034118 Date of Incident: 8/25/2011 Issuing Officer: Battalion Chief Bill Donahoe
Narrative:
On Thursday August 25th, 2011, at 03:20 AM, 4 engine companies, 1 dedicated ladder and 1 heavy rescue under the direction of Battalion Chief's Donahoe and Brown responded to a reported Garage Fire at 807 E. 39th. The first arriving engine company reported a fully involved detached garage with fire impinging on a fence, a nearby vehicle and a power pole with power lines on the ground. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and protected exposures. Avista was called to the scene to disconnect the downed power lines. Crews remained on scene for over 2 hours overhauling the garage which was a complete loss. There were no injuries to Civilians or Fire Fighters.
Cause:
The cause of the fire is being investigated by the S.F.D. Special Investigation unit.
Damage:
The Detached Garage and its contents are a complete loss. There is also fire exposure damage to a fence, a vehicle and a power pole.
# Firefighters Responding: 20
Dollar Loss: $40,000
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