Kearsarge, West Ridge, Perry Hiway, Kuhl Hose and MPS
were dispatched to a commercial structure fire at Otteni
Industries on Pittsburgh Ave. MP-27 arrived and reported
smoke showing from the commercial structure. 442 arrived
and stretched a line to the 2nd division which contained
a heavy fire load. Additional lines were stretched and
the truck company was assigned ventilate.
Due to the extreme cold temperatures, command requested
additional engines from West Lake and West Ridge to
assist with suppression. A 2-1/2" and three 1-3/4"
handlines were used to contain the fire. Units were on
the scene for about 2 hours.
Command: 441
Engines: 442, 443, 473, 482
Truck: 479
Rescue 444
Ambulance: MP-27
RIT: 683
Other Units: 446, Erie FD Rehab Bus, American Red Cross