Structure Fire

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Structure Fire

By Safety Officer Brad Saunders
June 10, 2024
On June 10th at approximately 10:20 PM, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to 40300 block of Wolfe Dr in Mechanicsville for the structure fire. Engine 22, Tanker 2 and Engine Tanker 2 made the response. First arriving units went on scene with fire through the roof. Engine 22 arrived moments later and went to side Charlie where they assisted with fire suppression on Division 2 (2nd floor) using a line over ladder technique. Units entered and assisted with extinguishing fire in the attic and overhaul. Tanker 2 supplied water to the fire ground and Engine Tanker 2 cleared the call and handled at fill in at Mechanicsville VFD.
Units:	Engine 22, Tanker 2, Engine Tanker 2

Mutual Aid:	Mechanicsville VFD

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