Property fire

Fire Control received a call to reports of a fire at a property.

2 fire engines were sent to the location and on arrival confirmed this to be a fire involving the roof of a terraced property.  All persons were free and clear of the building.

Crews got to work with 2 breathing apparatus wearers, 1 hose reel jet, 1 safety jet and a positive pressure ventilation fan.

This was a building consisting of 2 floors, measuring approx 5m by 20m.  The fire was involving a flat roof, of which, 80% was damaged by fire.  The fire was extinguished using 2 breathing apparatus wearers, 1 hose reel jet, 1 safety jet, small tools, gas detector and a positive pressure ventilation fan was used to clear the premises of smoke.

The cause of the fire was accidental and duty of care was left with the occupiers.