Main Street House Fire
 
By KVFD
September 18, 2016
 

At 8:25 PM, KVFD, Sadsburyville and Cochranville firefighter dispatched to a reported house fire at Parkesburg Antiques, 311 Main Street, Parkesburg. The caller reported that there were flames visible in a window at an apartment.

Upon arrival, Chief Brian Gathercole assumed "Main Street Command." He confirmed that the fire was out but there was a smoke condition present. The fire involved the stove and surrounding area. Firefighters went in service with ventilation and used a water can to ensure that those areas involved in the fire were extinguished.

EMTs evaluated two persons for smoke inhalation. Both refused medical attention and signed off.

Parkesburg PD assisted.

All units were clear by 10:00 PM.
 
Units: Chief 8, Ladder 8, Engine 8-2, Engine 8-1, Amb 8-1, Rescue 8, Utility 8, Amb 8-2, Rescue 8, and Brush 8.
 
Mutual Aid: Engine 27-2, Rescue 27,Engine 31-1, Amb 44-1, Medic 93-2
 
Photo of our Central Station shortly after dispatch. The East Station was also emptied of all apparatus except Tanker 8 since the area has hydrants.
Photo of our Central Station shortly after dispatch. The East Station was also emptied of all apparatus except Tanker 8 since the area has hydrants.
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Firefighters out at 311 Main Street.
Firefighters out at 311 Main Street.