News Release from: Hillsboro Fire and Rescue
ALERT PASSER-BY EXTINGUISHES RESIDENTIAL FIRE
Posted: November 27th, 2012 2:00 PM
Photo/sound file: http://www.flashalertnewswire.net/images/news/2012-11/1821/59712/Hillsboro_Fire_Investigator_Works_to_Determine_Fire_Cause.JPG (Hillsboro Fire Investigator works to determine fire cause, Tuesday, November 27, 2012 )
At 9:20 this morning, 9-1-1 dispatch received a report of a residential fire at 430 SE Walnut St. in Hillsboro. When the first engine company arrived they found smoke coming from the front window of a two story residence and the passer-by, Brian Love, on the front porch of the home with garden hose in hand. The incident commander called for a first alarm response which brought additional engine companies and one truck company from Hillsboro Fire and Rescue to the scene. Fire crews entered the residence which was completely full of smoke and confirmed that no one was inside. Additionally they discovered that Mr. Love had successfully knocked down the flames. After making sure that the fire was fully extinguished, fire crews set up fans to remove the smoke from the structure.
"I was just driving by and saw smoke and flames coming through the front window. It looked like the fire was right there so I got the hose and sprayed water through the broken window as I called 9-1-1," said Love. "I have certainly had my excitement for the day," he added.
The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time. The front of the home suffered minor fire damage and the rest of home was subject to damage from smoke. There is an estimated $2,000 of structural and property damage to the home. A total of 17 firefighters from Hillsboro Fire and Rescue responded to the fire.
Hillsboro Fire and Rescue reminds you to create and practice a fire escape plan with your entire family. Remind children to evacuate first and then call 9-1-1 immediately if a fire is discovered. Ensure your home has working smoke alarms outside all sleeping areas and on each level of the house. For maximum protection, install smoke alarms in each bedroom. For more fire and life safety information, visit: www.ci.hillsboro.or.us/fire or call 503-681-6166.
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