Working House Fire In Lakes Of Willow Creek
Posted By Robert Tucker on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at 14:05

At around 17:00 hours, HFD was dispatched on a house fire in the Lakes of Willow Creek housing addition. Chief Engineer Robert Boren was first on scene and confirmed a working fire and assumed incident command.

Engine 91 arrived and stretched two 1 3/4" hand lines, one to the interior to attack the fire and another to side 4 to protect the exposure of the house next door. That house recieved minor heat damage to it's siding. Rescue 98 was assigned the task of pulling ceilings to check for extension. The fire extended heavly into the attic. Truck 67 from Washington Township conducted ventilation operations.

Engine 16 from Fort Wayne was also requested for extra manpower and Engine 171 from Northeast Fire was dispatched for a RIT Team. The Allen County FAST Team is conducting the on going investigation.

The fire caused extensive damage to the home. Thanks to all who assisted.