Incident # 22-01972 - A Prairie Ln residence was destroyed in an evening fire Monday night 14-March at 20:45. The homeowner advised he heard noises and opened the back door to find the rear porch engulfed in flames. He was able to get the rest of the family safely out of the home and notify 9-1-1. Car 103 arrived to find the single family dwelling fully involved, with the roof already collapsed in the center. Engine 19 deployed multiple handlines and used the deck gun on the fire. Firefighters had the blaze under control in about 30 minutes, but were on the scene for three and half hours performing overhaul. Two vehicles parked near the home were also damaged. Two rooms on the north end of the building were left standing, but the interior of the rooms were gutted. The remainder of the home was destroyed and the family lost all of their belongings. No one was injured in the fire. Water supply was handled with Tenders. The Red Cross is assisting the family.
Engine 9, Engine 19, Engine 26, Tender 5, Tender 9, Tender 19, Tender 26, Tender 27, Medic 9, Medic 19, Battalion 1, Car 103, Car 112 and Car 118 responded. Captain Roger Johnston served as Incident Commander.
