Fairfield, CT - A quick response and aggressive fire attack by Fairfield Firefighters prevented further damage caused by a fire which, by the resident's statements, was preceded by an explosion, at a Half Mile Road single family home Saturday, June 16.
Within 11 minutes of the first alarm, 20 firefighters arrived on scene and they were faced with an extensive fire that had engulfed the rear of the 2,100-square-foot colonial home. Fire and smoke could be seen towering over the home from across the street by neighbors as the fire encroached on the interior.
LT Phil Higgins and Engine Company One stretched the first hose line to control the fire. The ladder company prepared for rooftop ventilation and used hand tools to access concealed burning areas. Toxic and cancerous smoke was removed from the residence by the rescue company using powerful fans.
There were no occupant or firefighter injuries associated with this incident; the occupants were able to escape and notify Fairfield Emergency Communication Center in a timely fashion. Mutual-aid fire companies from Westport and Bridgeport responded for station coverage.
The monetary save from this fire is estimated to be approximately $350,000. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Assistant Chief Erik Kalapir would like to remind all residents that “proper spacing of 10 feet from combustibles needs to be provided for grilling appliances, and please make sure that all propane connections are tight before use.”
Photo and video credit: Corey Gripp, Fairfield Fire Department.