Chimney Fire in Kennett

January 22, 2007
Story By: Asst. Chief Augie Testa

At approximately 2000 hrs on Monday 01/22/07, the company was dispatched along with Longwood Sta. 25 to assist Kennett Sta. 24 on a reported house fire on Round Hill Road in Kennett Township. Engine 23-2 responded within 2 minutes followed shortly by Engine23-3, Engine 23-1, Tanker 23, and Traffic 23. Chief and Deputy 24 went on scene with a working chimney fire in the residence. The crews assisted Longwood crews with the 35ft ladder from Engine 23-1 in removing creosote build-up from the chimney and checking for extension. Engine 23-3 remained available on the scene and Tanker 23 was returned shortly after arriving. With the cold weather upon us it is important to remember to keep your chimney cleaned and free of build-up to prevent hazards such as this.

Units on Scene: Engine 23-1, Engine 23-2, Engine 23-3, Tanker 23, Traffic 23

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