Passaic NJ 4th alarm, 287 Hope Ave. 02-12-21
At just before 20:00 on February 12th, 2021 Passaic Fire Dept transmitted a box for a reported building fire at 287 Hope Ave. On arrival of BC Hayowyk he reported fire showing on the 2nd floor Bravo side of the large 3 story frame OMD and quickly requested a 2nd alarm. As lines were stretched into the 2nd floor fire apartment, the fire was found to be running the exterior walls on the Bravo side. Searches of the 3rd floor found that fire had already extended into the 3rd floor and an additional hand line was requested. Co's experienced water problems, possibly due to frozen hydrants and a 3rd alarm was requested as the truck on the roof performing ventilation reported fire running the cockloft.
With the fire spreading and conditions deteriorating, command ordered all members out of the building and off the roof approximately 30 minutes into the fire. Heavy fire broke through the roof as L-2 set up their ladder pipe, L-1 put their bucket into operation on the Delta side and Clifton L-3 prepared to go to work as well. Several hand lines and blitz fires were also operated trying to knock down the fire and protect exposures. A 4th alarm was transmitted and the Passaic Valley Water Co was requested to boost pressure.
With an adequate water supply established, E-2 operated their deck gun which assisted in quickly knocking down the bulk of the fire and after allowing the building to drain out, members re-entered the structure where they found pockets of fire which they extinguished with hand lines.
The fire was placed under control at 22:00, no injuries were reported but at least one firefighter was evaluated by EMS on the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Read MoreWith the fire spreading and conditions deteriorating, command ordered all members out of the building and off the roof approximately 30 minutes into the fire. Heavy fire broke through the roof as L-2 set up their ladder pipe, L-1 put their bucket into operation on the Delta side and Clifton L-3 prepared to go to work as well. Several hand lines and blitz fires were also operated trying to knock down the fire and protect exposures. A 4th alarm was transmitted and the Passaic Valley Water Co was requested to boost pressure.
With an adequate water supply established, E-2 operated their deck gun which assisted in quickly knocking down the bulk of the fire and after allowing the building to drain out, members re-entered the structure where they found pockets of fire which they extinguished with hand lines.
The fire was placed under control at 22:00, no injuries were reported but at least one firefighter was evaluated by EMS on the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
