On Sunday evening at 6:47 p.m., the volunteers of East Brandywine Fire Company, along with several mutual aid partners, were dispatched to a reported house fire in East Brandywine Township. Initial reports indicated that a deck at the rear of the residence was on fire and that occupants were still inside the home.
Assistant 49, Engine 49-1, Ladder 49, Engine 49-5, Rescue 49, and QRS 49 responded with a total of 26 EBFC volunteers.
Upon arrival, crews found no visible fire, and police officers on scene advised that the flames appeared to have been extinguished. However, a smoke condition remained inside the residence, and light smoke was visible coming from the roof area.
Firefighters stretched a 1¾-inch hoseline through the front entrance and advanced to the second-floor area where the deck was located. Crews confirmed that the visible fire had been extinguished and immediately began checking the interior for any possible fire extension.
Firefighters made their way to the third floor and attic, checking for any hidden fire that may have traveled into the structure. Portions of a bedroom ceiling and walls were opened to inspect concealed spaces, with no additional fire discovered.
Meanwhile, the crew from Ladder 49 positioned the aerial ladder to access the roof and conducted an additional inspection for possible fire extension.
As additional mutual aid companies arrived, crews positioned apparatus at both the front and rear of the residence. Engine 45's crew deployed a 1¾-inch hoseline to the rear of the home and thoroughly wet down the exterior area where the fire had occurred to ensure any remaining hot spots were extinguished.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the fire was contained to the exterior of the residence, preventing it from spreading into the living areas of the home.
The Chester County Fire Marshal's Office also responded to the scene.
East Brandywine Fire Company would like to thank our mutual aid partners, police officers, and all personnel who assisted with the incident.
We are especially proud of the 26 EBFC volunteers who answered the call on a Sunday evening, leaving behind their families and personal commitments to serve our community. |
