Stations 45 & 46 were dispatched to 322 & Hopewell Road for a reported building fire. Captain 49 arrived on location with fire showing and struck a working fire dispatch bringing Station 48, 49, 46 for full companies, ENG45, LAD47, RES47 and utilities. Crews were met with heavy fire load on the first and second floor extending into the attic space of a cape cod with attached business.
After an outstanding knock on the fire was placed by the initial 49 crews, units working on scene were tasked with extensive salvage and overhaul operations. During the entire operation, Minquas EMS provided Fire Rehab, tasked with fighting hot weather.
