Machinery fire turns to large brush fire

 
By Assistant Fire Chief Cliff Butler
August 30, 2010
 

At 1628 hours, Company 14 and St. Mary's Company 2 were dispatched to 13000 block of Ryceville Road for a reported Machinery Fire. St.Mary's Engine 21 and Rescue Engine 141 arrived to find a Haybailer on fire to the rear of a residence in a hay field. The fire had spread to a large area of brush as well. Chief 14B initially held command, passing it on to Chief 2A upon his arrival. St. Mary's Chief 2A held water supply. Units operated on scene for about 1 1/2 hours.

Thanks to Co. 1 for filling our quarters

 
Units: RE141 and PA148
 
Mutual Aid: SM21, SM224, 24, 104, TA10, 158