4050 Deep Glen Way, Plumstead Township, January 27, 2004
Box 20-13 was dispatched to 4050 Deep Glen Way in Plumstead Township for a dwelling fire on Jan. 27, 2004. Police on scene reported to Bucks radio heavy smoke on arrival, which was confirmed by Chief 24 on his arrival. Companies were ordered to go in service, and Engine 19-1 was first in. An aggressive and inventive interior attack using a cellar nozzle held the fire from taking then entire home. No injuries were reported, even in the freezing and very icy conditions.
Dan Kline brings a ladder in- the fire consumed most of the basement and 2nd floor stairs.
Ryan Berridge, Kline and Ellen Haddon take the cellar nozzle in to attack the fire.
Todd Kulp opens a second floor window for entry.
Deputy 24 watches as a line is stretched for the second floor attack.
Ryan Pankoe heads up the ladder to help Kulp in the second floor bedroom.
Midway firefighter clears window debris.
Captain 19 Paul Kreuter cools off after coming out of the house after the initial attack.
FM 228 Dave Cell looks for some help for a new air bottle.
Kulp, Ryan Pankoe and Kreuter talk about the interior operations.
Ladder 79 was raised to the roof in case ventilation was needed.
Brett Morris packs 5" hose afterwards, with help from some friends.