Somers-AC Unit Fire-06-29-04

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Date: 6-29-04

Times: approx. 18:45

Location: 8 Evergreen St. cross of Bedell in South Somers

Frequency: 46.26, 154.220, UHF Fireground 1

Units Operating: 2443, 2444, 2445, 2449, E-188, E-186, L-18, 80-B2, 80-U4, U-5

Description Of Incident: Initial dispatch of smoke in residence, possible structure fire. Upon arrival units found a single occupancy residential dwelling, nothing showing. Investigation yielded moderate to heavy smoke in the residence coming from the attic. Initial team found a heavy smoke condition in the attic with evidence of a previous fire. Further investigation found 2 breakers to the central AC unit in the attic tripped and the unit itself burned. Moderate fire damage was observed around the unit and structural supports were charred. Fire was already self-extinguished and search for extensions was initiated. Building was ventilated and attic was wet down with a water can to extinguish any hot spots. Building dept. was requested by 2443 to inspect structural damage. Power was shut off to the structure and overhaul completed. Units cleared at around 20:30.

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