| On Sunday, June 14, 2026, a pre-alert was issued for Box 1-7 in Straban Township on Line Drive for a reported house fire. Additional information from ACDES 911 indicated there was an outside fire with possible extension to the home, as the caller observed fire and smoke coming from the property.
Fire Police Lieutenant Peters informed Deputy Chief 1 that the fire appeared to have been extinguished but requested the fire department continue to investigate.
Deputy Chief 1 arrived and found normal conditions on the exterior of a two-story single-family dwelling with an attached garage on the D side, as well as several people standing outside. Upon further investigation, the homeowner explained he was alerted to the fire by a passing citizen. Acting quickly, the homeowner deployed the "Green Line" and began attacking the fire, which had begun melting the siding on the house.
Engine 1-2 and Tower 5 crews checked the interior of the home for fire extension and pulled back the siding to ensure no hidden fire was present.
Thanks to the vigilance of the passerby and the homeowner's prompt response, the house was spared from significant damage.
Units remained on scene for approximately 30 minutes, with Deputy Chief 1 having the Line Dr. Command. |
