Hoopie World: Structure Fire - Summit Township (4/2/04)

Hoopie World

Residential Structure Fire - Summit Township (4/2/2004)

Shortly after 02:00 Perry Hiway crews were called to the 8100 block of Peach Street for a report of a structure fire. On arrival crews found a heavily involved single story residential building. Crews made an initial attack but were forced to evacuate due to the rapid fire spread and limited accessibility. Several rooms of the structure were being used for storage and advancement was hindered. Tower Ladder 449 from Kearsarge Fire Department was set up and used to knock down the fire. Crews were then able to resume interior operations and complete overhaul. No one was home at the time of the fire. The residence is currently for sale, and is one of several suspicious fires in the area over the last year. The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal is investigating the fire.

3 Minor injuries were reported and all were transported for evaluation at various hospitals. All were treated and released.

Perry Hiway was assisted by Kearsarge Fire Department, McKean Hose Co, Waterford Fire Department, Kuhl Hose Co, and Emergycare.

Pictures/Story Provided by: Don Erbin