At 1823 hours this afternoon, A-Shift responded to a report of a structure fire on Riddle Avenue in Hillsborough. Within four minutes, the first unit was on scene and reported a working structure fire. Engine 231's crew deployed attack lines and completed a primary search of the structure. Following an aggressive interior fire attack, the fire was quickly extinguished. Damage to the structure was limited to fire damage in the rear portions of the building and smoke damage throughout. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Orange County Fire Marshal. The American Red Cross was called to assist the resident with shelter. We want to thank Orange County EMS, Efland Fire Department, Cedar Grove Fire Department, Caldwell Fire Department and Orange County Fire Marshal for their assistance on this call.
Units:
231, 232, 261, 271, 201, 202, 204, 205, 206
Mutual Aid:
Efland 132, Cedar Grove 643, Caldwell 743, Medic 1, EMS 10
