Firefighters Battle New Cumberland House Fire

On December21, 2022, at 0740, Box 10-01 sent Engine companies 10, 13 and 68; Trucks 10 and 69; and Squad 13 to Market Street for a house fire. Engine Companies 12 and 14, Truck 12, Rescue 14, RIT40, and Air13 made up the working fire companies. Chief 1-10 arrived shortly afterdispatch reporting a 2-1/2 story residential, structure with heavy fire on the C side. Two lines were stretched for the initial fire attack and crews were able to make a good knockdown of the fire. Companies had to open up the attic area, particularly around the eaves, to contain extension. An exposed dwelling suffered melted siding. No injuries were reported.

- Fire News photos by Jason Coleman-Cobb