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Working Fire - Attleboro, MA 12/12/07 : In the evening of December 12, 2007 the Attleboro Fire Department dispatched units to 205 Pine St. for a reported structure fire. Units arrived on scene and reported a three story multi-family with smoke showing on the third floor. Engine 1 stretched a 1 ¾” attack line to the third floor and began to extinguish the blaze. This fire appeared to be confined to a small area of the third floor and attic space above. There was smoke and water damage to other parts of the building. Neighbors said there were roofers working today in the area of origin.

Working Fire - Attleboro, MA 12/12/07

In the evening of December 12, 2007 the Attleboro Fire Department disp ...

Updated: Dec 12, 2007 5:20pm PST

3rd Alarm - Woonsocket, RI 12/11/07 : Around 5pm on Tuesday December 11, 2007 the Woonsocket Fire Department received multiple calls for a reported structure fire at 112 Earle St. E-3 the first arriving company reported heavy smoke showing. A code red was transmitted shortly and an aggressive interior attack began. The building was a three story occupied multi-family wood frame. There was fire on the number two and three floors and the interior attack began on the number two floor. Companies soon reported heavy fire conditions on the second and third floor and command requested two additional engine companies to the scene. E-3 had reported knocking down the main body of fire on the second floor but due to the heavy fire conditions on the upper floor and the fact that the fire was rapidly extending; all companies were ordered out of the building. Woonsocket units took a defensive position protecting many of the immediate exposure buildings in this congested neighborhood. The fire was now through the roof as the companies prepared to attack utilizing ladder pipes and deck guns. The companies remained on scene for hours utilizing master streams to bring the fire under control. Mutual aid was called in from Cumberland, Blackstone, North Smithfield, and Lincoln during the blaze. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

3rd Alarm - Woonsocket, RI 12/11/07

Around 5pm on Tuesday December 11, 2007 the Woonsocket Fire Department ...

Updated: Dec 12, 2007 5:44pm PST

Working Fire - Warwick, RI 10/31/07 : On this Halloween afternoon, the Warwick Fire Department dispatched units to a house on Elmer Ave. for reported smoke in the building. E-1 arrived on scene and reported smoke showing from the eaves of a 2.5 story wood-frame occupied single family dwelling. E-1 reported that the homeowner was attempting to remove paint with an acetylene torch and the house was full of smoke. Units on scene encountered a fire in a partition on the second floor with possible extension into the attic. The fire was quickly extinguished by the first alarm companies. Overhaul was needed both inside and also of an exterior wall. The fire was placed under control and units began clearing within 45 minutes.

Working Fire - Warwick, RI 10/31/07

On this Halloween afternoon, the Warwick Fire Department dispatched un ...

Updated: Oct 31, 2007 1:25pm PST

2nd Alarm - Woonsocket, RI 10/08/2007 : Around 8:30pm on Columbus Day October 8, 2007, the Woonsocket Fire Department was called to their second fire of the evening. This time E-2 arrived on scene of a three and a half story wood-framed occupied tenement building and had fire showing from the basement on side 4(right side) of the structure. An aggressive attack was performed and this was a great stop by Woonsocket firefighters. There was an immediate exposure located on side 4 which could have easily worsened conditions on scene if that had become engulfed. All occupants made it out of the building safely due to the activation of functioning smoke detectors in the building. Cumberland and North Smithfield provided station coverage in the city. Woonsocket's Fire Chief Ken Finlay was the incident commander at this job. The occupants of the building are being assisted by the Red Cross. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

2nd Alarm - Woonsocket, RI 10/08/2007

Around 8:30pm on Columbus Day October 8, 2007, the Woonsocket Fire Dep ...

Updated: Oct 08, 2007 10:22pm PST

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 10/8/2007 : On Monday October 8, 2007 at around 6:30pm the Woonsocket Fire Department responded to 40 Highland St. for a reported fire in a home. E-3 was the first due engine and encountered a 2 1/2 story wood-framed with a stove fire extending into the wall. E-3 stretched in and quickly knocked down the flames. Companies opened up and the small fire was confined to area of origin. Deputy Chief Tom Williams was in command; Chief of the Department Ken Finlay was also present. The fire was being investigated by Captain Tom Papa.

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 10/8/2007

On Monday October 8, 2007 at around 6:30pm the Woonsocket Fire Departm ...

Updated: Oct 08, 2007 9:15pm PST

Working Fire - Cumberland, RI 10/1/07 : At 2:32 pm on Monday the first of October, a first alarm assignment was called to 1393 Mendon Road for a reported structure fire. E-22 was the first due engine and reported a fire on the second floor of a two and a half story wood-framed building. There was also a report of an occupant still on the 2nd floor. E-22 stretched an attack line and entered through the front of the building. The occupant was removed from the apartment by arriving companies. Incident command had E-41 report to the rear of the building with their truck and stretch in another attack line due to the location of the fire and the layout of the building, the easiest access was in the rear. T-1 went to the roof and performed vertical ventilation. The fire was contained to the bedroom and was quickly extinguished with smoke and water damage to other areas of the structure.. Lincoln companies assisted Cumberland with an engine to work and a ladder company standing by as the RIT team. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

Working Fire - Cumberland, RI 10/1/07

At 2:32 pm on Monday the first of October, a first alarm assignment wa ...

Updated: Oct 01, 2007 2:31pm PST

Working Fire - North Attleboro, MA 9/21/07 : In the afternoon of September 21, 2007 the North Attleboro Fire Department was dispatched to Hawkins Rd. for a reported structure. The first due engine encountered a 2 1/2 story wood frame single family dwelling with a fire in a 2nd floor bedroom. The first due engine company stretched in a hose line and began an interior attack. The fire was extinguished with assistance from Attleboro and Cumberland companies. ***I swear one of these days I'm going to get there quick enough to catch some fire.***

Working Fire - North Attleboro, MA 9/21/07

In the afternoon of September 21, 2007 the North Attleboro Fire Depart ...

Updated: Sep 21, 2007 5:39pm PST

Shed Fire - Cumberland, RI 8/31/07 : At 1:33pm on Friday August 31, 2007, Cumberland Fire Dispatch struck a first alarm to 3 Abbott Run Valley Road for a reported structure fire. E-54 the first due engine arrived on scene moments later and confirmed that this was a small fire in a shed away from the house that was being extinguished by the homeowner. E-54 stretched an 1 3/4" attack line and finished extinguishing the fire. All other first alarm companies were canceled with exception to E-22. E-22 assisted E-54 with overhaul and all units cleared within a half hour.

Shed Fire - Cumberland, RI 8/31/07

At 1:33pm on Friday August 31, 2007, Cumberland Fire Dispatch struck a ...

Updated: Aug 31, 2007 4:42pm PST

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 7/3/2007 : The second fire in as many weeks, Woonsocket firefighters battled this morning blaze at 118 Carrington Ave. on Tuesday July 3, 2007. A code red was transmitted and Engine 3 initiated an attack. Companies had fire showing out of the 2nd floor window on arrival. One occupant was transported to the hospital with burns of unknown severity. All Woonsocket companies made the fire. The Cumberland Air Supply unit also responded to the scene to assist Woonsocket. Cumberland, Bellingham, Blackstone, and Lincoln companies filled the empty city stations. The cause of the blaze is being investigated by the Woonsocket Fire and Police Departments and the State Fire Marshal’s office.

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 7/3/2007

The second fire in as many weeks, Woonsocket firefighters battled this ...

Updated: Jul 03, 2007 10:29am PST

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 6/27/2007 : Shortly before 3pm on Wednesday June 27, 2007, the Woonsocket Fire Department was dispatched to 48 Parker St. for a reported structure fire on this hazy, hot, and humid day with the temperature at 96ºF. Engine 1 was first on scene and reported a code red. Firefighters encountered a three story occupied wood-frame with fire showing from the first floor from the rear of the building. Occupants on the 2nd floor made their way to the front porch and had to be rescued by firefighters. The fire was quickly knocked down but there was extension up to the 2nd floor. All Woonsocket units responded to the scene, as well as the air supply unit from Cumberland. Extra companies were brought in due to the heat and the need for overhaul. Cumberland, North Smithfield, and Blackstone companies filled the empty Woonsocket stations during the fire. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

Working Fire - Woonsocket, RI 6/27/2007

Shortly before 3pm on Wednesday June 27, 2007, the Woonsocket Fire Dep ...

Updated: Jun 27, 2007 8:19pm PST

General Alarm - Newport, RI 5/9/07 : Here are pictures of the damage caused by a General Alarm fire on May 9, 2007. The fire occured on historic Thames St. near the Brick Alley Pub for all those who know the area. I took these pictures two days after the fire. Cause of the blaze is still under investigation but is deemed suspicious. Here is the story from Channel 10, http://www.turnto10.com/northeast/jar/search.apx.-content-articles-JAR-2007-05-10-0015.html

General Alarm - Newport, RI 5/9/07

Here are pictures of the damage caused by a General Alarm fire on May ...

Updated: May 11, 2007 6:56pm PST

Vehicle Extrication Training - Cumberland, RI- 4/25/07 : Members of the Cumberland Hill Fire Department conducted a vehicle extrication refresher class today. Training was conducted by Robert Shields of Public Safety Training Associates. Members of the department completed evolutions in vehicle stabilization, heavy lifting with high-pressure air bags, roof and door removals, new car technology, rescuer safety, glass removal, and dash rolls. The Cumberland Hill Fire Department utilizes a brand new set of Holmatro rescue tools including airbags, spreader, cutter, and a 24 volt battery operated combi-tool. The tools are kept on Cumberland Hill's Engine 41, a 2005 Pierce Dash.

Vehicle Extrication Training - Cumberland, RI- 4/25/07

Members of the Cumberland Hill Fire Department conducted a vehicle ext ...

Updated: Apr 25, 2007 5:36pm PST

2nd Alarm - Cumberland, RI 4/16/07 : At 5:41pm, on a rainy and chilly day, the Cumberland Hill Fire Department was dispatched to the rear of 2970 Mendon Rd Unit #101, the Maplewoods Farm Condominiums for a reported brush fire. Cumberland dispatch than began receiving multiple calls for a building fire and a first alarm assignment was filled in. Maplewoods has 189 units within its complex, with 7-8 units per rowhouse. A working fire was struck by an off-duty fire captain while Cumberland units were clearing from another working fire in the southern end of town. A 2nd alarm was transmitted by Cumberland Hill Deputy Chief Ron Dubois, bringing in mutual aid from Woonsocket, Lincoln, Central Falls and North Attleboro (MA). The Providence Canteen unit responded as well. Units on scene found heavy fire in the rear of unit #101 on the first floor porch area with extension to the second floor. Cumberland Hill E-41 under the command of Lt. Nick Anderson (photographer's brother) stretched a 2 ½” attack line and initiated an aggressive interior attack. The main body of the fire was quickly knocked down. A primary search was conducted and turned up negative; the occupants were not home at the time of the fire. Units remained on scene for a while overhauling hotspots and checking for hidden pockets of fire. The fire was contained to the unit of origin with the adjacent unit receiving minor smoke damage. The state fire marshal's office is currently investigating the cause of the blaze.

2nd Alarm - Cumberland, RI 4/16/07

At 5:41pm, on a rainy and chilly day, the Cumberland Hill Fire Departm ...

Updated: May 01, 2007 12:37pm PST

3rd Alarm - Pawtucket, RI 3/28/07 : 3rd alarm fire in the City of Pawtucket at 354 Pine St. which is a 100'x400' vacant mill building located near the Central Falls line. Fire had been going for approximately 2 1/2 hours prior to my arrival so much of fire was already knocked down. Companies from Pawtucket, Central Falls, Cumberland, and Providence were on scene. Any firefighter that responded and would like a picture emailed to them without the watermark, just email me.

3rd Alarm - Pawtucket, RI 3/28/07

3rd alarm fire in the City of Pawtucket at 354 Pine St. which is a 100 ...

Updated: Mar 28, 2007 12:33pm PST

Working Fire - Cumberland, RI 3/6/07 : Units were dispatched at 3:57pm to 51 Front St. fire in a building with nearby mill as an exposure. The fire was knocked down quickly by first due companies. Temperature was 11 degrees with wind chill of -6 degrees. Units on scene were 3 engines, 2 trucks, 1 ALS rescue, and chief... all from Cumberland. Photos taken with Nikon D50.

Working Fire - Cumberland, RI 3/6/07

Units were dispatched at 3:57pm to 51 Front St. fire in a building wit ...

Updated: Mar 06, 2007 2:09pm PST

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