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April 12, 2006: Vehicle Fire on Sawmill Road in Hepburn Township
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Station 15 was dispatched to a vehicle fire on Sawmill road early this afternoon.
The vehicle was fully engulfed next to a 250 gallon oil tank and within 15 feet of a structure. The owner said he was cutting the roof off the vehicle with a sawsall in preparation for scrapping. Sparks had fell on the seats resulting in the fire. The fire was classified accidental.
A few pictures are below.
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Upon arrival the fire department observed this scene.
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Chief Jeffrey Tempesco assesses the scene.
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Engine 15 crew prepares for water from Engine 15.
Firefighter Scott Wettlaufer is on the nozzle and Captain Ryan Beatty follows him up.
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| They receive water from Engine 15 and are about to open the nozzle. |
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Quickly the fire is knocked down.
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Captain Brian Quigel is seen gaining access to the engine compartment.
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Engineers Sharon Tempesco and Mike Schon make sure the crews have a adequate water supply. |
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Scott always enjoys picking up the hose after a incident!
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