22:16 hrs. — Firefighters were dispatched at about 22:16 hrs. and arrived to find a fully involved duplex fire. Command setup a defensive attack due to the collapse of the 2nd division and part of the roof collapsed. Fire Fighters also had to deal with downed power lines on the “C” side (rear) of the structure.
Three areal trucks were put in service on Side A (Front) due to the deteriorating condition of the structure. A collapse zone was established prior to the structures collapse onto the neighboring home at 164 Railroad Street. 00:49hrs.
The fire was brought under control in a little over 1 ¼ hrs. With extensive overhaul required as the structure continued to burn.
The intense head caused exterior damage to the exterior of 164 Railroad Street.
Units started being placed in service around 01:00 hrs.
Unites across 3 counties covered the community in the event of an additional need arise.
The Red Cross is assisting those involved.



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