Structure Alarm 8-10 was dispatched at 5:07 AM for a skid loader on fire next to a barn at 4280 Watson Lane. First arriving Engine 101 (New Windsor) deployed an 1 3/4" preconnect for extinguishment of the fire. Chief 8 arrived and assumed 'Watson Lane Command', while Engine 81 and Rescue Squad 8 arrived moments later.
Crews from Station 8 began checking for fire extention into the barn and another shed which were within 20 feet of the burning skid loader, while the crew from Engine 101 extinguished the fire. It was soon confirmed that no fire extension had occurred.
The skid loader was a total loss with only minor radiant heat damage to an overhang. Estimated damages were $7,500. Crews wrapped up the scene within 45 minutes.
Units:
E-81, RS-8, Chief 8, Chief 8-1
Mutual Aid:
New Windsor(E-101)
Structure Alarm 8-10. Skid loader on fire next to a barn. Photo: Lt. C. Harris
Crews checking for extention. Photo: FF Steve Strawsburg (Co. 10)
Though the skid loader was within 20' of several structures, only the skid loader burned. Photo: Lt. C. Harris
