Engine 33 on scene 2 vehicle MVA with 1 vehicle on fire against building. Vehicle struck gas meter below the meter causing hi-pressure release of natural gas and thus fire along #4 side of building. Heavily fortified, Truck crews have a tough time
gaining access. Fire found in basement in 1-4 corner and also extends into 2nd floor in same area. A 45 min wait for Nat Fuel to shut off gas prolongs incident. B-56 requests extra 2&2 to scene for manpower and relief.
5 -1¾" Lines in use
ON Scene:
Engines: 33, 23, 34, 32, 31
Trucks: 7, 14, 6, 4, 2, Rescue 1 - All Truck crews rotated as FAST
Chiefs: B-47 & B-56 - Support Staff: F-20, 40, 9, 11, 72
Damages: $ 235K
5-14-2016 - Time Out: 04:18 hrs