Multiple Structure Fires 163 Ruger Lane Saylorsburg
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP: 04:18 am Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder was dispatched for a wire down and the Woods on Fire which spread to other structure. We have to listen to the radio recordings and will post the updates as soon as we can, units are still on scene at this our 07:05 am.
UPDATE: MCCC advised 23-9-2 that MCCC called the original caller back and she stated that the fire is still between two homes, but that scrap and furniture are now on fire, she has smoke in her house but no fire at this time. 0425hrs
UPDATE: MCCC advised 23-7 that the original caller had called back and that the fire was getting a bit larger and that she had smoke in her basement, upon further questioning MCCC is not sure the smoke is coming into her basement or she has a fire in her basement, they are outside and MCCC can still hear the transformers going off. 0432hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 requested MCCC to hit his tones for additional manpower. 0433hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 advised responding units that they are going to have to find a way back to the fire and it drops down and looks like an old shed is on fire. 0437hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 advised they will probably have to lay into the fire they have a structure involved. 0437hrs
UPDATE: MCCC asked 23-7 if they need EMS there, 23-7 replied yes and see if Wind Gap Fire can start out to. 0437hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 requested the Power Company as they have a Live wire jumping around. 0438hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 requested Station 43 Full Response and Wind Gap Fire. 0438hrs
UPDATE: EMS 8 dispatched to the Fire. 0440hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 advised his units that they have to attack the first structure and that they have a House on fire above them. 0441hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 requested that MCCC hit the tones for those he requested for additional manpower he has two structures on fire at this time. 0447hrs
UPDATE: MCCC advised 23-7 that Northampton has Wind Gap fire on a second request and they haven't responded yet, 23-7 replied go down the grid and give me whatever you can give me. 0448hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 requested that MCCC put our a call for Tankers they do not have time to setup a draft right now and to get Stations 27, 35, & 37. 0449hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 advised MCCC that the Power Company is MetEd and gave a pole number. 0457hrs
UPDATE: Northampton 35 on scene, 23-7 told them he needs their guys in packs and with tools up to the fire they have a little hike up to the fire. 0458hrs
UPDATE: Unsure the unit number but they advised most of the fire is knocked down and they will be doing overhaul and need fans. 0521hrs
UPDATE: MetEd is on scene, they are trying to figure out how to get their truck up to the scene to disconnect the power. 0523hrs
UPDATE: 37-7 asked 37-8 if there are any bodies where he is have someone bring up a chainsaw and bottled water up to him. 0524hrs
UPDATE: 8 to 7 Power is Disconnected, MetEd guy is walking up to the scene to see if there is anything else they can do. 0536hrs
UPDATE: 37-7 to 37-2 if your not being utilized you can return. 0549hrs
UPDATE: 27-6 & 27-9-3 are returning to quarters. 0551hrs
UPDATE: 27 Engine 3 notified MCCC that they are clear and available. 0615hrs
UPDATE: MCCC called 23-9, 23-7 responded as 23-9 doesn't have a radio, MCCC responded that the Red Cross has been notified and make him aware they may call him before calling the female. 0659hrs
UPDATE: 35-8-1 advised MCCC that Station 35 will be clear and available. 0711hrs
UPDATE: 23-7 advised MCCC that Station 23 will be clear and available. 0720hrs
UPDATE: Station 43 and Fire Police are clear and available. 0729hrs
