FIRE - RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
Btwn R523 & STOCKTON LINE
BCT46, TR46
Dispatched 7:26 AM
ETA
13m
DIST
5.9mi
HYD
NO
PREPLAN
N
Dispatch
SMOKE COMING OUT OF BEDROOM // EVACUATING HOUSE
Caller: EVANS, JACKLYN (917-816-3104)
Temp
31°F
Wind
4 NW
Conditions
Sunny
Humidity
97%
Size-Up Reference
Wind: 4mph NW
No prior calls
Rural water supply — tanker dispatched
🚨 Incident Snapshot
moderateStructure fire report
Rural residential in wooded area
Tanker dispatched indicates no municipal water supply
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Rural water supply
Tanker en route
Confirm static water source or shuttle fill point on arrival
Wooded lot with dense tree cover
Extended access from road
Brush and leaf litter create ground fire potential
Cold ambient (31°F)
Icy surfaces possible
Poor footing on slope and approach
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
Clear skies, 4 mph NW wind
Minimal wind-driven fire spread concern
Temperature supports slower fire behavior but impacts crew safety
🔥 Fire Behavior Cue
Dense vegetation around structure may slow external water application
Roof ventilation will be key if fire reaches attic
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Fire location and extent
Smoke color and volume from road approach
Occupant status
Evacuation complete or rescue needed
Driveway condition
Apparatus positioning and turnaround space
Water source identification
Tanker fill point and shuttle route
🧠 Common Causes
Chimney fire or creosote buildup
Heating appliance malfunction
Electrical fault in older wiring