B SHIFT 6-15-2008
Engine 4 & Ladder 4 were dispatched to a possible working fire in an
apartment on Hilo Dr. Upon turning on N. Tryon St., a large column of black
smoke was observed from the area. Engine 11 arrived and advised that they had
smoke and flames visible, and to strike a second alarm. Engine 15 reversed laid
from Engine 11 to the hydrant, while Ladder 4 set the aerial up for
ventilation. Engine 4’s crew was assigned to take a high rise line into the
apartment for suppression. As Ladder 4’s crew cut the first vent hole, fire came
thru the roof. A second vent hole was also cut by Ladder 4.
Companies on the box were:
1st Alarm – Batt. 2, 1, Engine 7, 11, 15, 4, Ladder 4, & Rescue 10
2nd Alarm – Batt. 3, Engine 64, 8, 22, Ladder 1
