House Fire in New Midway
 
By Assistant Chief Christopher Harris
January 26, 2018
 

Frederick County Box 9-1: At 20:59 hrs, Engine 81, Engine/Tanker 84 and Rescue Squad 8 were dispatched as part of the first alarm assignment, for a House Fire in the 12000 block of Legore Road in New Midway. First arriving units reported heavy fire showing and FC Engine 161 began a quick attack on the fire.

Engine 81 and the crew from Engine/Tanker 84 were assigned to assist with fire attack and overhaul, Rescue Squad 8 was assigned RIT and Engine/Tanker 84 assisted with water supply until the fire was under control. Medic 89 was also dispatched to assist with firefighter rehab. Rescue Squad 8 remained on the scene for several hours to assist with mop-up and clearing debris for the fire marshal.

The incident is still under investigation of the Frederick County Fire Marshal's Office.

 
Units: E-81, E/T-84, RS-8, M-89