2/21/22
Small Airplane Crash Lands at Riverview International Airport After Issue
A small, twin-engine airplane was forced to crash land on a runway at RIA just before noon on Monday. The pilot had noticed an issue in deploying his landing gear and after several failed attempts to solve the issue, had no choice to but attempt a belly landing. An Alert 3-Small Aircraft Crash was dispatched and included ARFF 3, ARFF 4, ARFF 5, Engine 3, Engine 1, Medic 1, Medic 11, Heavy Rescue 3, Ladder 1, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, and Tanker 9. Fire and ARFF crews responded and stood by the runway to mitigate any hazards after the landing which fortunately was a success. The pilot walked away uninjured and no fire concerns other than a small leak were present. All crews cleared the scene by 1430 hours. The scene was left in the hands of federal authorities to investigate.
11/27/21
Overnight Fire at Plessey Auto Yard Brings out 3 Alarms
For the second time this month, RFD units responded to a major fire that required three alarms to extinguish. A report of a building fire came into the 911 Call Center just after 0130 in the morning dispatching Engine 1, Engine 11, Engine 13, Medic 2, Medic 11, Ladder 1, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 6, Battalion 2, and Battalion 1. Upon arrival, Engine 1 reported heavy fire showing from the roof of a large, metal commercial building and requested a second alarm. 2nd-alarm units included Engine 2, Engine 10, Medic 10, and EMS 1. Battalion 2 arrived on-scene and established command, soon learning that the building was roughly 75% involved and contained a large amount of flammable liquids. The fire also began to threaten nearby residences, requiring a third-alarm to be struck at 0200 hours, dispatching Engine 3, Engine 8, Ladder 12, Medic 12, and Rehab 10. Due to heavy fire conditions and roof compromise, firefighters were forced to attack the fire defensively until it could be deemed safe to enter the structure. Both aerial devices from Ladder 1 and Ladder 12 were utilized to spray water into the burning structure and multiple hose lines, portable monitors, and deck guns assisted. Crews had the fire under control by 0300 hours and were able to enter the building to further complete extinguishment. Unfortunately, the building suffered severe damage and most of the contents were destroyed. Thankfully, though, no civilians or firefighters were injured. RFD and the State Fire Marshall are investigating the cause of the fire.
11/5/21
3-Alarm Apartment Fire Injures Five
Battalion 2 units were dispatched to a reported fire in the Heron Run apartment complex just after 2300 hours on November 5th. Engine 11, Engine 10, Engine 8, Medic 10, Medic 13, Ladder 1, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 6, Battalion 2, and Battalion 1 were on the first alarm assignment. While en route, dispatch began receiving updates that there were multiple burn patients from one apartment and fire was spreading to adjoining tenements. Battalion 2 then requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 13, Engine 1, Medic 1, and EMS 1 to the call. Engine 11 arrived on scene moments later and reported heavy fire showing from the second floor of the complex with extension beginning to adjoining apartments and the roof. They also reported five patients outside the complex with burns and other injuries, including three children and requested a third alarm plus two additional medic units. This dispatched Quint 4, Engine 3, Medic 4, Medic 2, Medic 12, Ladder 12, EMS 2 and Rehab 10 to the call. Crews worked together to simultaneously suppress the fire and provide medical treatment to the injured. All five patients suffered severe injuries and were transported by helicopter to a nearby burn center. Fire crews used multiple hand lines, two master streams, and an aerial stream from Ladder 1 to extinguish the fire which took over an hour to get under control. The fire took nearly 50 firefighters to contain and also required station move-ups from other RFD engines to cover empty stations on the district's west side. After the fire was ruled out, all eight apartments in the building suffered severe fire and smoke damage. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire.
8/20/21
Major 5-Alarm Fire at Highway 14 Mini-Storage
An employee working at the Highway-14 Mini Storage reported smoke inside the complex just after 11 A.M. dispatching Engine 11, Engine 1, Engine 13, Medic 11, Medic 13, Ladder 1, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 6, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 . Upon arrival, Engine 11 found a large volume smoke and flames showing from the roof of a main row of storage pods and requested a second alarm, thus dispatching Engine 8, Engine 3, Medic 16, and EMS 1. Initial fire attack crews found a large number of storage pods on fire and began forcible entry through roll-up doors and ventilation through the roof to assist in extinguishment. After further investigation, as many as twenty storage rooms were on fire, thus requiring a third alarm to be dispatched adding Quint 7, Engine 2, Medic 1, Ladder 12, and Chief 3 to the incident. Fire crews transitioned to a defensive attack to prevent fire spread to remaining storage rooms and worked to supplement the facilities sprinkler system. Due to the midday August weather of high heat and humidity, a fourth and fifth alarm was requested to rotate crews in and out of rehab and have adequate crews available in staging. Fourth and fifth alarms included Engine 15, Engine 14, Command 10, Support 10, Brickton Beach Engine 31, Brickside Engine 52, Staten County Engine 4, and Brickton Beach Battalion 30. Several off-duty firefighters were also called in to assist with overhaul and rehab efforts. The fire was ruled under control by 1300 hours and extensive overhaul efforts were begun to ensure the was completely extinguished. The Fire Marshall ruled the cause of the fire accidental, most likely caused by an electrical malfunction with the building's HVAC units. Two firefighters were transported to the hospital with heat exhaustion and one firefighter injured his shoulder, but all three were released that evening. The last unit on-scene returned to service at 2200 hours. RFD thanks all of our neighboring public safety agencies for their assistance both at the fire and providing coverage at empty fire stations.
3/26/20
RFD Crews Assist Brickton Beach with Fuel Tanker Rollover
Riverview fire crews were called out to assist Brickton Beach Fire Rescue with a fuel tanker that rolled over on I-33 near the US-14 interchange on March 25 just after 9:30 in the morning. Engine 6 and Medic 6 were the first RFD units dispatched to the scene to assist. When BBFR crews arrived on scene, they found a fuel tanker rolled over on the roadway with an active fuel leak. The call was quickly upgraded to a HAZMAT response and Heavy Rescue 3 was requested to assist Squad 31 with HAZMAT cleanup. The incident took several hours to mitigate with HAZMAT crews having to stop the fuel leak and clean up over 3000 gallons of diesel fuel. Multiple foam units were requested including ARFF 3 from the airport. Thankfully, no one was injured in the process and the driver of the tanker was uninjured. In total, Engine 6, Quint 7, Engine 3, Medic 6, Medic 20, Battalion 2, EMS 2, Heavy Rescue 3, Tanker 9, ARFF 3, Chief 5, and the department's foam trailer assisted on scene. Riverview also relocated two engines to Brickton Beach stations for mutual aid area coverage. All units cleared the scene and were available by 1800 hours that evening.
12/10/19
2-Alarm Fire in Two-Story Residential Home
Multiple residents in the Pine Shadow neighborhood called 911 just after 6 PM on December 10th to report a garage on fire at 6811 Echo Way. Engine 2, Engine 5, Quint 4, Medic 2, Medic 4, Ladder 5, Air 5, Batt 1, and Batt 2 were dispatched on the first alarm. Upon arrival, Engine 2 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the alpha side and reported a working fire. An initial attack was begun and crews found the entire garage and two vehicles inside fully involved. Crews also began to pick up signs the fire was extending into the attic space above. Battalion 1 assumed command and requested a second alarm for manpower. This dispatched Engine 6, Engine 3, Medic 6, and EMS 1 to the incident. Ladder 5 performed ventilation while Medic 2 performed a primary search and cleared the home. Other crews checked for extension and began overhaul operations. The fire was ruled under control at 1840 hours and dead out by 1930 hours. The fire is believed to have been started by the water heater. Thankfully, the residents made it out safely and no one was injured. The last unit went available 2100 hours.
5/3/19
Smoke in Cabin Evacuates Commuter Flight at RIA
Officials at Riverview International Airport called the 911 Center to report smoke in an occupied airplane cabin just before 7 AM on Friday, May 3rd. The CRJ200 Aircraft was on the tarmac preparing for takeoff when smoke began to enter the cabin. The plane stopped immediately and began evacuation efforts. Meanwhile, ARFF 3, ARFF 4, ARFF 5, Engine 3, Engine 1, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 1, Medic 5, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, and Tanker 9 were dispatched for an Alert 1 response. ARFF units arrived in two minutes and began suppression and evacuation efforts. Power was secured on the aircraft and all 33 passengers and crew were safely evacuated. No active fire was found on board the plane upon arrival. It was determined the cause of the smoke was from an overheated computer that began to spark. The plane was returned to a hangar for service and the misplaced passengers were rebooked for another flight. Thankfully, no one was injured in this incident. All units returned to service by 830 AM.
4/29/19
2-Alarm Fire at Daniel Auto Repair
An explosion and subsequent fire was reported at Daniel Auto Repair (6604 Sanders St) just after 3 PM on Monday. Engine 1, Engine 3, Engine 2, Medic 1, Medic 7, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were all dispatched as the first alarm units. Engine 1 arrived moments later and reported heavy smoke and fire pouring out of the roof from the large metal building. A second alarm was then requested, dispatching Engine 5, Engine 6, Medic 11, Tanker 9, and EMS 2. Engine 1 and Engine 3 stretched hand lines to begin suppression efforts while Ladder 5's 100' aerial was utilized for an aerial attack. Meanwhile, Medic 7 and Medic 11 treated and transported two employees who suffered burn injuries. Because of the high heat temperatures, Command Bus 1 and Support 1 were requested to provide firefighters the ability to rehab in the A/C. Thanks to an aggressive initial attack, fire personnel were able to contain the fire to the maintenance garage, sparing the office and stock/inventory room. The fire was under control in roughly 30 minutes, and ruled out at 3:20 PM. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause.
10/3/18
Agricultural Plane Crashes in Rock Glen Ranch
The 911 Call Center was notified that a small crop-duster plane had crashed in Rock Glen Ranch on Wednesday, just after 1 P.M. The incident occurred in the 34700 block of Timberline Rd. Engine 9, Engine 5, Ladder 5, Medic 22, Medic 5, Heavy Rescue 3, ARFF 4, Tanker 9, Brush 14, Batt 2, Batt 1, and EMS 1 were dispatched as apart of the Alert 3-Aircraft Emergency incident code. Upon arrival, Engine 9 found a small agricultural plane crashed in a dirt field with one patient injured. They reported no immediate fire conditions. The patient was conscious and alert but injured. Medic 22 issued a trauma alert and the patient was transported by helicopter to Brickoplis Regional Medical center with non-life threatening injuries. Meanwhile, suppression crews worked to secure the scene and mitigate a small fuel leak. Thankfully, no other injuries occurred in this incident. Law enforcement and the FAA are investigating the crash. All units were released from the scene by 1600 hours.
7/14/18
3-Alarm Structure Fire in Station 9's Area
Units responded to a reported structure fire at 2350 Richmond Road on Saturday night. The call, which came in just after 2230 hours, dispatched Engine 9, Engine 5, Brickside Engine 51, Medic 5, Medic 22, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Tanker 9, Battalion 2, and Battalion 50. Engine 9 was first to arrive and reported heavy smoke and fire from the delta side of the home and also reported multiple explosions inside the house. Due to heavy fire conditions, crews began a defensive attack. Water supply was a significant issue as there were no fire hydrants in the area. When Battalion 2 arrived on scene, he requested a second alarm and a second tanker to assist. The second alarm dispatched Engine 11, Engine 6, Medic 14, Tanker 51, and EMS 2. Units on scene continued to pour water on the home while several engines and Tanker 9 began water shuttles to supply attack engines with water. At 0015 hours, Battalion 2 requested a third alarm to aid in rehab and overhaul, as well as a third tanker. This dispatched Engine 13, Ladder 12, Brickton Beach Truck 32, Medic 6, and Staten County Tanker 10. Command 1 and Support 1 were also requested to provide rehab opportunities for firefighters who would be on scene late into the night. Crews had the fire under control by 0030 hours, and remained on the scene throughout the night to serve as a fire watch. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire. Thankfully, no residents or firefighters were injured. All units had cleared the scene by 0700 hours the following morning.
6/16/18
Small Plane Crashes in Piermont Development
Several homeowners in the Piermont neighborhood called 911 on 6/16 around noon to report that a small plane had crashed in the yard of someone's home. The incident was reported to be near James Ave which is several blocks south of Riverview International Airport. Engine 3, Engine 5, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 5, Medic 2, ARFF 4, Tanker 9, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, and Chief 5 were dispatched. Station 3 units arrived on scene first and reported a small ultralight aircraft had crashed in an open field behind a home. They advised there were no immediate fire conditions and the pilot had escaped without injury. Crews worked to secure the aircraft and ensure there were no leaks or hazards present. Thankfully, there were no injuries to the pilot or anyone on the ground. All units had cleared by 1350 hours. The scene was left in the hands of federal authorities to investigate.
3/18/18
3-Alarm Brush Fire Burns 200 Acres in Forest Hills Reserve
Reports of a brush fire in the Forest Hills Reserve were received by the emergency communication center around 1400 hours on March 18th. Engine 9, Engine 51, Brush 9, and Battalion 2 were the initial units dispatched. While responding, Engine 9 reported a large column of smoke showing from the area. Once on scene, fire crews found a working brush fire, 100x100 in size spreading rapidly in heavy fuel. Engine 9 requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 5, Engine 52, Tanker 9, Brush 51, Medic 22, and Battalion 50 to the call. The Department of Forestry was also notified. Due to heavy brush in the area, crews could only access the fire by brush truck. Battalion 2 requested a third alarm for manpower, and also requested three more brush trucks. This dispatched Engine 14, Engine 6, Medic 14, Chief 3, Brush 52, Brush 14, and Brush 33 from Brickton Beach. Staten County Fire also provided mutual aid by sending Engine 10 and Tanker 10 to assist on scene. Forestry was able to cut fire lines with bulldozers while suppression crews wet down hotspots and protected several homes in the nearby area. Chief 3, now in command, declared the fire under control at 1630 hours, and slowly began to release units. Several crews remained on scene into the evening to mop up. All units had cleared the scene by 2200 hours.
11/30/17
2-Alarm Fire at Bell Meade Apartments
A homeowner called 911 to report a fire in their apartment in the 3800 block of Lucas Villas Blvd on 11/30 around 1630 hours. Engine 3, Engine 1, Engine 5, Medic 1, Medic 5, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were apart of the first alarm. Upon arrival, Engine 3 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the roofline of the apartment complex. The officer established command and requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 2, Quint 6, Medic 4, Tanker 9, and EMS 1. Crews began an offensive attack and pulled attack lines to the second floor. Meanwhile, Medic 1 and Ladder 5 performed a primary search and were able to save two dogs from one of the apartments. The fire was extinguished in approximately twenty minutes, and damaged two apartments. Thankfully, no one was injured in the fire. The State Fire Marshall is investigated the fire. All units had cleared the scene by 2000 hours.
5/19/17
5-Alarm Fire at Duffey's Auto Repair
A report of an explosion at Duffey's Auto Repair came into the 911 call center at 1210 hours on 5/19. Engine 13, Engine 11, Engine 12, Medic 13, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 2, and Battalion 3 were dispatched. As Engine 13 pulled out of their station, they viewed an enormous column of black smoke showing from the area, and requested a second alarm. This dispatched Engine 10, Engine 14, Medic 10, Tanker 9, and EMS 1. Engine 13 arrived on scene in three minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire showing from the bravo side of the building, as well as numerous vehicles in the lot fully involved, prompting the officer to request a third alarm. Engine 8, Quint 6, Medic 8, Ladder 5, and Chief 3 were apart of the third alarm. Arriving units began a defensive attack with deck guns and mercury monitors, and commanded arriving ladder trucks to position themselves for an aerial attack. Battalion 3 arrived on scene at 1219 hours and established command, as well as requesting a fourth alarm. Engine 5, Medic 14 and Brickton Beach Engine 31 were dispatched as fourth alarm crews. ARFF 3 from the airport was also dispatched to provide foam support. A majority of the fire came from a large stock of tires, causing thick, black smoke to spread miles across Riverview. Fire continued to threaten neighboring structures causing Battalion 3 to request a fifth alarm, with additional mutual aid ladder trucks to be dispatched as well. Quint 4, Medic 6, Medic 20, and Command 1, along with Brickton Beach Truck 32, Ladder 33, and Staten County Ladder 1 were sent as the fifth alarm trucks. As the hours passed, the smoke and fire began to subside and the fire was ruled under control at 1530 hours. Fire crews remained on scene throughout the night and into the next day to pour water on the smoldering remains. Two employees from the business were transported for smoke inhalation, and two firefighters were transported as precaution for heat exhaustion. All patients transported were released from the hospital several hours later. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the fire. Our thanks goes out to the many mutual aid departments that assisted both on scene, and by sending units to provide coverage for the city.
5/6/17
Riverview Assists Brickton Beach with 3-Alarm Hazmat Fire at Port Brickton
Just after 5 PM on Friday, May 5th, officials at Port Brickton called 911 to report an outside fire dangerously close to large piles of sulfur. Units from Brickton Beach Fire Rescue responded and found the fire already engulfing small edges of sulfur. Battalion 30 requested a second alarm Hazmat response dispatching all Brickton Beach Fire units as well as Quint 6, Medic 21, Heavy Rescue 3, Battalion 2 and EMS 1 from Riverview. Units on scene first had to evacuate all workers from the nearby area, and tend to three workers with smoke inhalation. Following evacuations, command units requested a third alarm to begin containing the fire. This dispatched Engine 8, Ladder 12, Medic 20, and Medic 6. Suppression crews used variants of foam to extinguish the fire, and remained on scene for several hours to assist in the mop-up process. In addition to the scene mutual aid, RFD also moved two fire engines to Brickton Beach fire stations to provide station coverage. Two port workers were transported to local hospitals for smoke inhalation. All Riverview units were released by Brickton Beach command by 2300 hours.
4/12/17
School Bus Crash with Injuries Dispatches MCI Level III Response
Reports of a school bus crash near the intersection of Farmer Rd and Chicago Ave came into the 911 call center just after 9 AM on Wednesday morning. Engine 10 and Medic 8 were the first units to be dispatched. Medic 8 arrived on scene first to find a school bus with heavy damage versus another vehicle with moderate damage. Medic 8 advised that the bus had multiple students injured and requested an mass casualty level II response. The MCI II response dispatched Engine 8, Engine 11, Engine 13, Ladder 12, Medic 10, Medic 11, Medic 13, Medic 6, Medic 12, EMS 1, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2. Medic 8 began triage and identified several patients for immediate medical attention. Due to the number of patients, an MCI Level III response was soon requested. This dispatched Quint 6, Engine 9, Medic 7, Medic 2, Medic 5, Heavy Rescue 3, and Chief 3 to the call. Command units on scene continued to triage patients while Engine 13, Ladder 12, and Heavy Rescue 3 tended to a leaking fuel tank on the school bus. One pediatric patient was ruled a trauma alert and was flown by BAT helicopter to Brickoplis Regional Medical Center. All other patients were deemed stable, and transported to Riverview General and Darcy Medical Center. A total of 11 patients were transported, 7 of them being students on the bus. Due to the amount of Medic units on scene, two Staten County Fire/EMS rescues were requested to provide mutual aid coverage for Riverview during the event. Law enforcement continues to investigate the crash. All units had cleared the scene by 1230 hours.
4/3/17
Engine Failure Causes Plane to Divert to RIA for Emergency Landing
The Riverview International Airport control tower was alerted that a Boeing-737 aircraft carrying 120 souls had one engine fail and was diverting to the airport for an emergency landing, on Monday at 1150 hours. The Airport control tower called 911 and requested an "Alert 2 Emergency " response. This dispatched ARFF 3, ARFF 4, ARFF 5, Engine 3, Engine 5, Engine 1, Quint 6, Quint 4, Heavy Rescue 3, Ladder 5, Medic 5, Medic 4, Medic 7, Medic 11, Tanker 9, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, Chief 3, and Chief 5 were dispatched. Units on scene were given a 15-minute ETA, and prepared airport fire apparatus along the landing route for possible fire suppression. Thankfully, the plane was able to land safely, without incident. There were no injuries, and all passengers were able to evacuate the plane safely. ARFF crews inspected the failed engine and found no fire hazard. The FAA is investigating the incident. All crews had cleared by 1330 hours.
3/7/17
Construction Workers Start Roof Blaze, Causes 3-Alarm Fire
Construction workers working at 1188 Ringling Way called 911 to report a fire on the roof of a building under construction at 1233 hours on March 7th. Quint 4, Engine 5, Quint 6, Ladder 5, Medic 4, Medic 6, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were dispatched. Upon arrival, Quint 4 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the roof of three-story building under construction. The officer requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 2, Engine 1, Medic 1, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the call. Battalion 1 arrived on scene and took command, advising Quint 4 and Ladder 5 to raise their aerial ladders to begin an aerial attack. The flames began to roll off the roof and ignite falling debris that fell onto an adjacent building's roof. Battalion 1 requested a third alarm at this time, with two additional ladder trucks. This dispatched Engine 3, Engine 7, Medic 2, Ladder 12, Chief 3, and Ladder 33 from Brickton Beach. Crews used handlines to protect structures below the flaming building, while Quint 4, Ladder 5, Ladder 12, and Ladder 33 all poured water on the roof from above. The fire was under control in just over 30 minutes, and was ruled out at 1330 hours. The fire was ruled to be started by sparks from welding equipment on the roof. Thankfully, no one was injured in the fire. All units had cleared the scene by 1730 hours.
3/4/17
Small Plane Crashes in Forest Hills State Park
A homeowner in the 21800 block of State Road 62 called 911 to report a small plane had crashed on his property just after 1300 hours. Engine 9, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 6, Medic 5, Tanker 9, ARFF 4, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 were dispatched, along with Engine 51 and Battalion 50 from Brickside Fire. Engine 9 arrived in the area to find smoke showing from an area approximately half a mile east of the dispatched location, with the plane likely crashing into an area of heavy brush. The officer requested two brush units be dispatched, sending Brush 51 and Brush 14 to the scene. Crews on scene began heading to the area by foot, with Engine 51 finding the debris in a wooded area behind the 6200 block of Albers Rd. Engine 51 reported a small fixed-wing aircraft crash on fire with heavy damage. Brush units on scene extinguished the fire with a combination of water and foam agents, and ruled the fire out at 1351. Both passengers on the plane were pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators from the FAA were contacted and are investigating the crash. All units had been cleared from the scene by 1730 hours.
2/28/17
Rollover Accident Injures Four in Brickton Beach
Multiple calls came into the 911 Call Center regarding a rollover accident with possible entrapment at US-14 and Shore Rd in Brickton Beach just after 2100 hours. Medic 21 along with Brickton Beach's Truck 32 and Battalion 30 were dispatched. While en route, units were advised that two patients were ejected from the vehicle, one being a pediatric patient. First due units arrived on scene in four minutes and found one vehicle, upright, with heavy damage. The officer on Truck 32 confirmed entrapment and requested an extrication response. Meanwhile, Medic 21 identified both ejected patients as trauma alerts, and requested three additional medic units to assist with patients on scene. Engine 31, Ladder 33, Squad 33, Medic 20, Medic 6, Medic 2, EMS 1, and Battalion 2 were dispatched as additional resources. Brickton Beach Fire units worked to extricate two patients from the vehicle, while Battalion 2 worked to secure a landing zone for two helicopters. Medic 21 and Medic 2's patients were both airlifted to trauma centers with critical injuries. Two other patients were transported to Riverview General in stable condition. All units had cleared the scene by 2230 hours. Law enforcement is investigating the crash.
2/8/17
Construction Scaffolding Accident Dispatches MCI/Level II
Several 911 calls regarding a construction accident in the 2100 block of Circus St came into the 911 call center at 1238 hours on 2/8. Engine 8 and Medic 8 were the first dispatched units. While en route, Station 8 units were given updated reports stating construction scaffolding collapsed, causing at least four workers to fall approximately 30 feet. Engine 8 requested a Mass Casualty Level 1 response, adding Quint 6, Medic 10, Medic 11, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 to the call. Upon arrival, crews began EMS triage and found a total of eight patients, four of which were trauma alerts. Battalion 2 upgraded the call to an MCI Level II, dispatching Engine 7, Engine 9, Ladder 5, Medic 14, Medic 20, Battalion 1, and Chief 3 to the call. Rescue 16 from mutual aid Staten County EMS also responded to assist. Three of the four trauma alerts were transported by BAT helicopters. The fourth trauma patient was transported by Medic 11 to Darcy Medical Center. Two other patients were transported by Medic 14 and SCFR Rescue 16 to Riverview General in stable condition. A total of 16 Fire/EMS units were on scene, aided by law enforcement. Mutual aid from Brickton Beach Fire was requested to fill empty stations nearby. All units had cleared the scene by 1430 hours.
12/24/16
Christmas Eve Two-Alarm Fire at South City Flea Market
A passerby stopped at Fire Station 13 to report smoke coming from the South City Flea Market at 1305 hours on 12/24. Station 13 reported this to the fire dispatch center who dispatched Engine 13, Engine 12, Engine 11, Medic 13, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 to the scene. Upon arrival, Engine 13 found heavy smoke and fire showing from two adjacent complexes with exposure threats to other structures and brush. The officer requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 10, Quint 6, Tanker 9, Medic 10, and EMS 1. On scene units began suppression efforts by manning hose lines on the alpha and bravo side, while Ladder 12 began an aerial attack with their platform. Flea market staff advised guests heard a loud explosion from the main building and saw smoke and flames, and that everyone had safely evacuated both buildings. C-shift crews had the fire under control by 1400 hours, and the fire was ruled out by 1500 hours. Firefighters remained on scene for several hours after for mop-up duties and to wet down hot spots. The last unit on scene, Engine 13, went back in service at 1900 hours. The state fire marshall is investigating the cause of the fire.
12/15/16
Rollover Accident Critically Injures Three on Midland Street
Multiple homeowners on the 3500 block of Midland Street called 911 reporting a rolled over car that struck a tree around 3 AM on 12/15. Engine 1 and Medic 1 were dispatched to investigate at 0305 hours. Upon arrival, Station 1 units found a single vehicle overturned, suffering heavy damage from a large oak tree. Engine 1's officer advised multiple patients were entrapped and requested an extrication response, plus two medic units. Engine 2, Heavy Rescue 3, Ladder 5, Medic 2, Medic 5, Battalion 1, and EMS 1 were then added to the call. Upon extrication, Medic 1 identified three patients as trauma alerts, and requested three BAT helicopters for trauma transport. Another medic unit, Medic 4, was also requested for a fourth patient with minor injuries. Engine 3 and Battalion 2 prepared a landing zone at the Riverview International Airport helipad, and safely landed all three BAT helicopters. All three trauma patients were transferred to BAT by 0330 hours and were flown to Brickoplis Regional Medical Center in critical condition. Medic 4 transported a fourth patient to Riverview General with minor injuries. Law enforcement is investigating the crash. All units had cleared the scene by 0415 hours.
12/13/16
Late Night Tanker Rollover Shuts Down Southbound I-4
A fuel tanker hauling over 8,500 gallons of fuel was involved in a rollover accident on southbound I-4 near mile marker 218 just after 2330 hours on 12/13/16. Engine 12, Engine 13, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 12, and Battalion 3 were assigned to the initial dispatch. Once on scene, Engine 12 found a tanker truck rolled over with a large amount of fuel spilling out onto the roadway. The officer requested a second alarm HAZMAT response adding Engine 11, Engine 9, Medic 22, Tanker 9, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 to the call. Crews immediately began to spray the surrounding area with foam, while Medic 12 tended to the driver of the tanker. Due to the extensive amount of fuel spilled, all three lanes of southbound I-4 had to be shut down. To assist with foam support, Engine 3 and ARFF 3 were later dispatched. Engine 1 from Brickside Fire and Squad 33 from Brickton Beach Fire also assisted on scene. The driver of the tanker suffered minor injuries, and was transported to Darcy Medical Center for treatment. Fire crews contained the leak by 0200 hours, and remained on scene into the late morning on 12/14 to assist with removal of the wreckage. All I-4 lanes were reopened by 1100 hours the following morning.
9/29/16
Pets rescued from 2-Alarm Fire on Eaton St
Passerbys on Eaton St called 911 to report a house fire at 9305 Eaton St at 1218 hours on 9/29/16. Engine 12, Engine 11, Engine 13, Medic 12, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 were assigned to the initial dispatch. Station 12 units arrived on scene in three minutes, and reported heavy smoke and fire showing from the charlie side of the residential structure. The officer on Engine 12 quickly requested a second alarm due to threats of exposure behind the home. This dispatched Engine 9, Engine 10, Medic 10, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the fire. Medic 12 was division one and stretched an 1 3/4'' hose line into the home for an interior attack. Meanwhile Ladder 12 and Medic 11 searched the home for possible victims. Fire crews had the fire extinguished in under twenty minutes, and began overhaul efforts. While the home was not occupied by people at the time, firefighters were able to rescue two dogs and a pet hamster from the home. The pets rescued from the home were cared for on scene by an emergency vet service. The state fire marshall was requested, and is currently investigating the cause of the fire. All fire units had cleared the scene by 1600 hours.
6/17/16
Vacant Warehouses Ignite, Causes Large, 6-Alarm Overnight Fire
A-shift crews were dispatched to a report of a possible structure fire at a vacant warehouse at 982 S Celery Rd at 0452 hours on 6/17. Engine 9, Engine 8, Engine 7, Ladder 5, Medic 5, Medic 7, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Batt 2, and Batt 3 were assigned to the initial call. Engine 9 arrived on scene in 4 minutes to find two fully-involved, large warehouses on fire with heavy fire threatening exposures on the Bravo and Charlie side of the structure. The officer immediately requested a second and third alarm, and ordered a full defensive attack on the two buildings. Engine 5, Quint 6, Engine 12, Engine 11, Medic 5, Medic 10, Ladder 12, EMS 1, Tanker 9, and Chief 3 were dispatched as the second and third alarm companies. Crews began placing hose lines along the bravo and charlie sides to protect nearby buildings from the threat of fire. Battalion 2 arrived on scene and requested a fourth alarm to assist with exposure protection. This added Engine 13, Engine 3, and Medic 11 to the call. Ladder 5, Ladder 12, and Quint 4's aerial ladders were all used to pour water on the fire, while deck guns and mercury monitors were used on the ground to begin suppressing the main body of fire. A fifth alarm was requested to sweep a nearby apartment complex to make sure homeowners had evacuated their dwellings. The fifth alarm dispatched Engine 2, Quint 4, Medic 12, and Brickton Beach Ladder 33 to the fire. Due to hot and humid conditions, crews were constantly rotated out to ensure firefighter safety. Chief 1 arrived on scene at 0545 hours and requested assistance from the Red Cross and county transit to provide rehab buses for on-duty firefighters. At 0630 hours, a sixth alarm was requested, adding Engine 10 and Medic 2, as well as Brickside Engine 1, and Brickton Beach Engine 31. Crews ruled the fire under control at 0700 hours, and had the fire out by 1130 hours. Units remained on scene throughout the day and following evening to mop-up the scene and watch for hot spots. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire. Two buildings are a total loss, and five other nearby structures suffered heat and smoke damage. Fortunately, though, no one was injured in the fire. This was the first fire to go six alarms since 2004. A total of 34 fire units, and 82 firefighters were on scene to battle the fire. Mutual aid from Brickside Fire and Brickton Beach Fire were utilized on-scene, and off-duty personnel were called in to staff reserve fire units and cover empty fire stations.
5/15/16
B-Shift Battles 2-Alarm Fire at Pretillo's
Multiple 911 calls came in from patrons and staff at Pretillo's restaurant about a fire in the kitchen, just after 1600 hours on May 15th. Engine 10, Engine 8, Engine 11, Ladder 12, Medic 10, Medic 13, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 were on the initial dispatch. As Station 10 units pulled out of their station, they advised there was heavy, black smoke showing from the general area of the fire and requested a second alarm. This dispatched Engine 13, Quint 6, Medic 5, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the call. Engine 10 arrived on scene in 4 minutes to find thick, heavy smoke showing from the roof near the delta exposure. Engine 10 pulled an 1 3/4 hose line to begin an interior attack as Medic 10 entered for an interior search. Ladder 12 was utilized to begin an aerial attack to pour water on the flaming roof, as Engine 11 and Medic 13 worked inside to extinguish the fire from the inside. Crews had the fire under control in just under 30 minutes, and the fire was ruled out at 1645 hours. Thankfully, no one inside the restaurant was injured. The state fire marshall is investigating the fire.
RFD Crews Assist Brickton Beach with Fuel Tanker Rollover
Riverview fire crews were called out to assist Brickton Beach Fire Rescue with a fuel tanker that rolled over on I-33 near the US-14 interchange on March 25 just after 9:30 in the morning. Engine 6 and Medic 6 were the first RFD units dispatched to the scene to assist. When BBFR crews arrived on scene, they found a fuel tanker rolled over on the roadway with an active fuel leak. The call was quickly upgraded to a HAZMAT response and Heavy Rescue 3 was requested to assist Squad 31 with HAZMAT cleanup. The incident took several hours to mitigate with HAZMAT crews having to stop the fuel leak and clean up over 3000 gallons of diesel fuel. Multiple foam units were requested including ARFF 3 from the airport. Thankfully, no one was injured in the process and the driver of the tanker was uninjured. In total, Engine 6, Quint 7, Engine 3, Medic 6, Medic 20, Battalion 2, EMS 2, Heavy Rescue 3, Tanker 9, ARFF 3, Chief 5, and the department's foam trailer assisted on scene. Riverview also relocated two engines to Brickton Beach stations for mutual aid area coverage. All units cleared the scene and were available by 1800 hours that evening.
12/10/19
2-Alarm Fire in Two-Story Residential Home
Multiple residents in the Pine Shadow neighborhood called 911 just after 6 PM on December 10th to report a garage on fire at 6811 Echo Way. Engine 2, Engine 5, Quint 4, Medic 2, Medic 4, Ladder 5, Air 5, Batt 1, and Batt 2 were dispatched on the first alarm. Upon arrival, Engine 2 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the alpha side and reported a working fire. An initial attack was begun and crews found the entire garage and two vehicles inside fully involved. Crews also began to pick up signs the fire was extending into the attic space above. Battalion 1 assumed command and requested a second alarm for manpower. This dispatched Engine 6, Engine 3, Medic 6, and EMS 1 to the incident. Ladder 5 performed ventilation while Medic 2 performed a primary search and cleared the home. Other crews checked for extension and began overhaul operations. The fire was ruled under control at 1840 hours and dead out by 1930 hours. The fire is believed to have been started by the water heater. Thankfully, the residents made it out safely and no one was injured. The last unit went available 2100 hours.
5/3/19
Smoke in Cabin Evacuates Commuter Flight at RIA
Officials at Riverview International Airport called the 911 Center to report smoke in an occupied airplane cabin just before 7 AM on Friday, May 3rd. The CRJ200 Aircraft was on the tarmac preparing for takeoff when smoke began to enter the cabin. The plane stopped immediately and began evacuation efforts. Meanwhile, ARFF 3, ARFF 4, ARFF 5, Engine 3, Engine 1, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 1, Medic 5, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, and Tanker 9 were dispatched for an Alert 1 response. ARFF units arrived in two minutes and began suppression and evacuation efforts. Power was secured on the aircraft and all 33 passengers and crew were safely evacuated. No active fire was found on board the plane upon arrival. It was determined the cause of the smoke was from an overheated computer that began to spark. The plane was returned to a hangar for service and the misplaced passengers were rebooked for another flight. Thankfully, no one was injured in this incident. All units returned to service by 830 AM.
4/29/19
2-Alarm Fire at Daniel Auto Repair
An explosion and subsequent fire was reported at Daniel Auto Repair (6604 Sanders St) just after 3 PM on Monday. Engine 1, Engine 3, Engine 2, Medic 1, Medic 7, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were all dispatched as the first alarm units. Engine 1 arrived moments later and reported heavy smoke and fire pouring out of the roof from the large metal building. A second alarm was then requested, dispatching Engine 5, Engine 6, Medic 11, Tanker 9, and EMS 2. Engine 1 and Engine 3 stretched hand lines to begin suppression efforts while Ladder 5's 100' aerial was utilized for an aerial attack. Meanwhile, Medic 7 and Medic 11 treated and transported two employees who suffered burn injuries. Because of the high heat temperatures, Command Bus 1 and Support 1 were requested to provide firefighters the ability to rehab in the A/C. Thanks to an aggressive initial attack, fire personnel were able to contain the fire to the maintenance garage, sparing the office and stock/inventory room. The fire was under control in roughly 30 minutes, and ruled out at 3:20 PM. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause.
10/3/18
Agricultural Plane Crashes in Rock Glen Ranch
The 911 Call Center was notified that a small crop-duster plane had crashed in Rock Glen Ranch on Wednesday, just after 1 P.M. The incident occurred in the 34700 block of Timberline Rd. Engine 9, Engine 5, Ladder 5, Medic 22, Medic 5, Heavy Rescue 3, ARFF 4, Tanker 9, Brush 14, Batt 2, Batt 1, and EMS 1 were dispatched as apart of the Alert 3-Aircraft Emergency incident code. Upon arrival, Engine 9 found a small agricultural plane crashed in a dirt field with one patient injured. They reported no immediate fire conditions. The patient was conscious and alert but injured. Medic 22 issued a trauma alert and the patient was transported by helicopter to Brickoplis Regional Medical center with non-life threatening injuries. Meanwhile, suppression crews worked to secure the scene and mitigate a small fuel leak. Thankfully, no other injuries occurred in this incident. Law enforcement and the FAA are investigating the crash. All units were released from the scene by 1600 hours.
7/14/18
3-Alarm Structure Fire in Station 9's Area
Units responded to a reported structure fire at 2350 Richmond Road on Saturday night. The call, which came in just after 2230 hours, dispatched Engine 9, Engine 5, Brickside Engine 51, Medic 5, Medic 22, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Tanker 9, Battalion 2, and Battalion 50. Engine 9 was first to arrive and reported heavy smoke and fire from the delta side of the home and also reported multiple explosions inside the house. Due to heavy fire conditions, crews began a defensive attack. Water supply was a significant issue as there were no fire hydrants in the area. When Battalion 2 arrived on scene, he requested a second alarm and a second tanker to assist. The second alarm dispatched Engine 11, Engine 6, Medic 14, Tanker 51, and EMS 2. Units on scene continued to pour water on the home while several engines and Tanker 9 began water shuttles to supply attack engines with water. At 0015 hours, Battalion 2 requested a third alarm to aid in rehab and overhaul, as well as a third tanker. This dispatched Engine 13, Ladder 12, Brickton Beach Truck 32, Medic 6, and Staten County Tanker 10. Command 1 and Support 1 were also requested to provide rehab opportunities for firefighters who would be on scene late into the night. Crews had the fire under control by 0030 hours, and remained on the scene throughout the night to serve as a fire watch. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire. Thankfully, no residents or firefighters were injured. All units had cleared the scene by 0700 hours the following morning.
6/16/18
Small Plane Crashes in Piermont Development
Several homeowners in the Piermont neighborhood called 911 on 6/16 around noon to report that a small plane had crashed in the yard of someone's home. The incident was reported to be near James Ave which is several blocks south of Riverview International Airport. Engine 3, Engine 5, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 5, Medic 2, ARFF 4, Tanker 9, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, and Chief 5 were dispatched. Station 3 units arrived on scene first and reported a small ultralight aircraft had crashed in an open field behind a home. They advised there were no immediate fire conditions and the pilot had escaped without injury. Crews worked to secure the aircraft and ensure there were no leaks or hazards present. Thankfully, there were no injuries to the pilot or anyone on the ground. All units had cleared by 1350 hours. The scene was left in the hands of federal authorities to investigate.
3/18/18
3-Alarm Brush Fire Burns 200 Acres in Forest Hills Reserve
Reports of a brush fire in the Forest Hills Reserve were received by the emergency communication center around 1400 hours on March 18th. Engine 9, Engine 51, Brush 9, and Battalion 2 were the initial units dispatched. While responding, Engine 9 reported a large column of smoke showing from the area. Once on scene, fire crews found a working brush fire, 100x100 in size spreading rapidly in heavy fuel. Engine 9 requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 5, Engine 52, Tanker 9, Brush 51, Medic 22, and Battalion 50 to the call. The Department of Forestry was also notified. Due to heavy brush in the area, crews could only access the fire by brush truck. Battalion 2 requested a third alarm for manpower, and also requested three more brush trucks. This dispatched Engine 14, Engine 6, Medic 14, Chief 3, Brush 52, Brush 14, and Brush 33 from Brickton Beach. Staten County Fire also provided mutual aid by sending Engine 10 and Tanker 10 to assist on scene. Forestry was able to cut fire lines with bulldozers while suppression crews wet down hotspots and protected several homes in the nearby area. Chief 3, now in command, declared the fire under control at 1630 hours, and slowly began to release units. Several crews remained on scene into the evening to mop up. All units had cleared the scene by 2200 hours.
11/30/17
2-Alarm Fire at Bell Meade Apartments
A homeowner called 911 to report a fire in their apartment in the 3800 block of Lucas Villas Blvd on 11/30 around 1630 hours. Engine 3, Engine 1, Engine 5, Medic 1, Medic 5, Ladder 5, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were apart of the first alarm. Upon arrival, Engine 3 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the roofline of the apartment complex. The officer established command and requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 2, Quint 6, Medic 4, Tanker 9, and EMS 1. Crews began an offensive attack and pulled attack lines to the second floor. Meanwhile, Medic 1 and Ladder 5 performed a primary search and were able to save two dogs from one of the apartments. The fire was extinguished in approximately twenty minutes, and damaged two apartments. Thankfully, no one was injured in the fire. The State Fire Marshall is investigated the fire. All units had cleared the scene by 2000 hours.
5/19/17
5-Alarm Fire at Duffey's Auto Repair
A report of an explosion at Duffey's Auto Repair came into the 911 call center at 1210 hours on 5/19. Engine 13, Engine 11, Engine 12, Medic 13, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 2, and Battalion 3 were dispatched. As Engine 13 pulled out of their station, they viewed an enormous column of black smoke showing from the area, and requested a second alarm. This dispatched Engine 10, Engine 14, Medic 10, Tanker 9, and EMS 1. Engine 13 arrived on scene in three minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire showing from the bravo side of the building, as well as numerous vehicles in the lot fully involved, prompting the officer to request a third alarm. Engine 8, Quint 6, Medic 8, Ladder 5, and Chief 3 were apart of the third alarm. Arriving units began a defensive attack with deck guns and mercury monitors, and commanded arriving ladder trucks to position themselves for an aerial attack. Battalion 3 arrived on scene at 1219 hours and established command, as well as requesting a fourth alarm. Engine 5, Medic 14 and Brickton Beach Engine 31 were dispatched as fourth alarm crews. ARFF 3 from the airport was also dispatched to provide foam support. A majority of the fire came from a large stock of tires, causing thick, black smoke to spread miles across Riverview. Fire continued to threaten neighboring structures causing Battalion 3 to request a fifth alarm, with additional mutual aid ladder trucks to be dispatched as well. Quint 4, Medic 6, Medic 20, and Command 1, along with Brickton Beach Truck 32, Ladder 33, and Staten County Ladder 1 were sent as the fifth alarm trucks. As the hours passed, the smoke and fire began to subside and the fire was ruled under control at 1530 hours. Fire crews remained on scene throughout the night and into the next day to pour water on the smoldering remains. Two employees from the business were transported for smoke inhalation, and two firefighters were transported as precaution for heat exhaustion. All patients transported were released from the hospital several hours later. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the fire. Our thanks goes out to the many mutual aid departments that assisted both on scene, and by sending units to provide coverage for the city.
5/6/17
Riverview Assists Brickton Beach with 3-Alarm Hazmat Fire at Port Brickton
Just after 5 PM on Friday, May 5th, officials at Port Brickton called 911 to report an outside fire dangerously close to large piles of sulfur. Units from Brickton Beach Fire Rescue responded and found the fire already engulfing small edges of sulfur. Battalion 30 requested a second alarm Hazmat response dispatching all Brickton Beach Fire units as well as Quint 6, Medic 21, Heavy Rescue 3, Battalion 2 and EMS 1 from Riverview. Units on scene first had to evacuate all workers from the nearby area, and tend to three workers with smoke inhalation. Following evacuations, command units requested a third alarm to begin containing the fire. This dispatched Engine 8, Ladder 12, Medic 20, and Medic 6. Suppression crews used variants of foam to extinguish the fire, and remained on scene for several hours to assist in the mop-up process. In addition to the scene mutual aid, RFD also moved two fire engines to Brickton Beach fire stations to provide station coverage. Two port workers were transported to local hospitals for smoke inhalation. All Riverview units were released by Brickton Beach command by 2300 hours.
4/12/17
School Bus Crash with Injuries Dispatches MCI Level III Response
Reports of a school bus crash near the intersection of Farmer Rd and Chicago Ave came into the 911 call center just after 9 AM on Wednesday morning. Engine 10 and Medic 8 were the first units to be dispatched. Medic 8 arrived on scene first to find a school bus with heavy damage versus another vehicle with moderate damage. Medic 8 advised that the bus had multiple students injured and requested an mass casualty level II response. The MCI II response dispatched Engine 8, Engine 11, Engine 13, Ladder 12, Medic 10, Medic 11, Medic 13, Medic 6, Medic 12, EMS 1, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2. Medic 8 began triage and identified several patients for immediate medical attention. Due to the number of patients, an MCI Level III response was soon requested. This dispatched Quint 6, Engine 9, Medic 7, Medic 2, Medic 5, Heavy Rescue 3, and Chief 3 to the call. Command units on scene continued to triage patients while Engine 13, Ladder 12, and Heavy Rescue 3 tended to a leaking fuel tank on the school bus. One pediatric patient was ruled a trauma alert and was flown by BAT helicopter to Brickoplis Regional Medical Center. All other patients were deemed stable, and transported to Riverview General and Darcy Medical Center. A total of 11 patients were transported, 7 of them being students on the bus. Due to the amount of Medic units on scene, two Staten County Fire/EMS rescues were requested to provide mutual aid coverage for Riverview during the event. Law enforcement continues to investigate the crash. All units had cleared the scene by 1230 hours.
4/3/17
Engine Failure Causes Plane to Divert to RIA for Emergency Landing
The Riverview International Airport control tower was alerted that a Boeing-737 aircraft carrying 120 souls had one engine fail and was diverting to the airport for an emergency landing, on Monday at 1150 hours. The Airport control tower called 911 and requested an "Alert 2 Emergency " response. This dispatched ARFF 3, ARFF 4, ARFF 5, Engine 3, Engine 5, Engine 1, Quint 6, Quint 4, Heavy Rescue 3, Ladder 5, Medic 5, Medic 4, Medic 7, Medic 11, Tanker 9, Battalion 1, Battalion 2, EMS 1, Chief 3, and Chief 5 were dispatched. Units on scene were given a 15-minute ETA, and prepared airport fire apparatus along the landing route for possible fire suppression. Thankfully, the plane was able to land safely, without incident. There were no injuries, and all passengers were able to evacuate the plane safely. ARFF crews inspected the failed engine and found no fire hazard. The FAA is investigating the incident. All crews had cleared by 1330 hours.
3/7/17
Construction Workers Start Roof Blaze, Causes 3-Alarm Fire
Construction workers working at 1188 Ringling Way called 911 to report a fire on the roof of a building under construction at 1233 hours on March 7th. Quint 4, Engine 5, Quint 6, Ladder 5, Medic 4, Medic 6, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 1, and Battalion 2 were dispatched. Upon arrival, Quint 4 found heavy smoke and fire showing from the roof of three-story building under construction. The officer requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 2, Engine 1, Medic 1, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the call. Battalion 1 arrived on scene and took command, advising Quint 4 and Ladder 5 to raise their aerial ladders to begin an aerial attack. The flames began to roll off the roof and ignite falling debris that fell onto an adjacent building's roof. Battalion 1 requested a third alarm at this time, with two additional ladder trucks. This dispatched Engine 3, Engine 7, Medic 2, Ladder 12, Chief 3, and Ladder 33 from Brickton Beach. Crews used handlines to protect structures below the flaming building, while Quint 4, Ladder 5, Ladder 12, and Ladder 33 all poured water on the roof from above. The fire was under control in just over 30 minutes, and was ruled out at 1330 hours. The fire was ruled to be started by sparks from welding equipment on the roof. Thankfully, no one was injured in the fire. All units had cleared the scene by 1730 hours.
3/4/17
Small Plane Crashes in Forest Hills State Park
A homeowner in the 21800 block of State Road 62 called 911 to report a small plane had crashed on his property just after 1300 hours. Engine 9, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 6, Medic 5, Tanker 9, ARFF 4, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 were dispatched, along with Engine 51 and Battalion 50 from Brickside Fire. Engine 9 arrived in the area to find smoke showing from an area approximately half a mile east of the dispatched location, with the plane likely crashing into an area of heavy brush. The officer requested two brush units be dispatched, sending Brush 51 and Brush 14 to the scene. Crews on scene began heading to the area by foot, with Engine 51 finding the debris in a wooded area behind the 6200 block of Albers Rd. Engine 51 reported a small fixed-wing aircraft crash on fire with heavy damage. Brush units on scene extinguished the fire with a combination of water and foam agents, and ruled the fire out at 1351. Both passengers on the plane were pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators from the FAA were contacted and are investigating the crash. All units had been cleared from the scene by 1730 hours.
2/28/17
Rollover Accident Injures Four in Brickton Beach
Multiple calls came into the 911 Call Center regarding a rollover accident with possible entrapment at US-14 and Shore Rd in Brickton Beach just after 2100 hours. Medic 21 along with Brickton Beach's Truck 32 and Battalion 30 were dispatched. While en route, units were advised that two patients were ejected from the vehicle, one being a pediatric patient. First due units arrived on scene in four minutes and found one vehicle, upright, with heavy damage. The officer on Truck 32 confirmed entrapment and requested an extrication response. Meanwhile, Medic 21 identified both ejected patients as trauma alerts, and requested three additional medic units to assist with patients on scene. Engine 31, Ladder 33, Squad 33, Medic 20, Medic 6, Medic 2, EMS 1, and Battalion 2 were dispatched as additional resources. Brickton Beach Fire units worked to extricate two patients from the vehicle, while Battalion 2 worked to secure a landing zone for two helicopters. Medic 21 and Medic 2's patients were both airlifted to trauma centers with critical injuries. Two other patients were transported to Riverview General in stable condition. All units had cleared the scene by 2230 hours. Law enforcement is investigating the crash.
2/8/17
Construction Scaffolding Accident Dispatches MCI/Level II
Several 911 calls regarding a construction accident in the 2100 block of Circus St came into the 911 call center at 1238 hours on 2/8. Engine 8 and Medic 8 were the first dispatched units. While en route, Station 8 units were given updated reports stating construction scaffolding collapsed, causing at least four workers to fall approximately 30 feet. Engine 8 requested a Mass Casualty Level 1 response, adding Quint 6, Medic 10, Medic 11, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 to the call. Upon arrival, crews began EMS triage and found a total of eight patients, four of which were trauma alerts. Battalion 2 upgraded the call to an MCI Level II, dispatching Engine 7, Engine 9, Ladder 5, Medic 14, Medic 20, Battalion 1, and Chief 3 to the call. Rescue 16 from mutual aid Staten County EMS also responded to assist. Three of the four trauma alerts were transported by BAT helicopters. The fourth trauma patient was transported by Medic 11 to Darcy Medical Center. Two other patients were transported by Medic 14 and SCFR Rescue 16 to Riverview General in stable condition. A total of 16 Fire/EMS units were on scene, aided by law enforcement. Mutual aid from Brickton Beach Fire was requested to fill empty stations nearby. All units had cleared the scene by 1430 hours.
12/24/16
Christmas Eve Two-Alarm Fire at South City Flea Market
A passerby stopped at Fire Station 13 to report smoke coming from the South City Flea Market at 1305 hours on 12/24. Station 13 reported this to the fire dispatch center who dispatched Engine 13, Engine 12, Engine 11, Medic 13, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 to the scene. Upon arrival, Engine 13 found heavy smoke and fire showing from two adjacent complexes with exposure threats to other structures and brush. The officer requested a second alarm, dispatching Engine 10, Quint 6, Tanker 9, Medic 10, and EMS 1. On scene units began suppression efforts by manning hose lines on the alpha and bravo side, while Ladder 12 began an aerial attack with their platform. Flea market staff advised guests heard a loud explosion from the main building and saw smoke and flames, and that everyone had safely evacuated both buildings. C-shift crews had the fire under control by 1400 hours, and the fire was ruled out by 1500 hours. Firefighters remained on scene for several hours after for mop-up duties and to wet down hot spots. The last unit on scene, Engine 13, went back in service at 1900 hours. The state fire marshall is investigating the cause of the fire.
12/15/16
Rollover Accident Critically Injures Three on Midland Street
Multiple homeowners on the 3500 block of Midland Street called 911 reporting a rolled over car that struck a tree around 3 AM on 12/15. Engine 1 and Medic 1 were dispatched to investigate at 0305 hours. Upon arrival, Station 1 units found a single vehicle overturned, suffering heavy damage from a large oak tree. Engine 1's officer advised multiple patients were entrapped and requested an extrication response, plus two medic units. Engine 2, Heavy Rescue 3, Ladder 5, Medic 2, Medic 5, Battalion 1, and EMS 1 were then added to the call. Upon extrication, Medic 1 identified three patients as trauma alerts, and requested three BAT helicopters for trauma transport. Another medic unit, Medic 4, was also requested for a fourth patient with minor injuries. Engine 3 and Battalion 2 prepared a landing zone at the Riverview International Airport helipad, and safely landed all three BAT helicopters. All three trauma patients were transferred to BAT by 0330 hours and were flown to Brickoplis Regional Medical Center in critical condition. Medic 4 transported a fourth patient to Riverview General with minor injuries. Law enforcement is investigating the crash. All units had cleared the scene by 0415 hours.
12/13/16
Late Night Tanker Rollover Shuts Down Southbound I-4
A fuel tanker hauling over 8,500 gallons of fuel was involved in a rollover accident on southbound I-4 near mile marker 218 just after 2330 hours on 12/13/16. Engine 12, Engine 13, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Medic 12, and Battalion 3 were assigned to the initial dispatch. Once on scene, Engine 12 found a tanker truck rolled over with a large amount of fuel spilling out onto the roadway. The officer requested a second alarm HAZMAT response adding Engine 11, Engine 9, Medic 22, Tanker 9, Battalion 2, and EMS 1 to the call. Crews immediately began to spray the surrounding area with foam, while Medic 12 tended to the driver of the tanker. Due to the extensive amount of fuel spilled, all three lanes of southbound I-4 had to be shut down. To assist with foam support, Engine 3 and ARFF 3 were later dispatched. Engine 1 from Brickside Fire and Squad 33 from Brickton Beach Fire also assisted on scene. The driver of the tanker suffered minor injuries, and was transported to Darcy Medical Center for treatment. Fire crews contained the leak by 0200 hours, and remained on scene into the late morning on 12/14 to assist with removal of the wreckage. All I-4 lanes were reopened by 1100 hours the following morning.
9/29/16
Pets rescued from 2-Alarm Fire on Eaton St
Passerbys on Eaton St called 911 to report a house fire at 9305 Eaton St at 1218 hours on 9/29/16. Engine 12, Engine 11, Engine 13, Medic 12, Medic 11, Ladder 12, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 were assigned to the initial dispatch. Station 12 units arrived on scene in three minutes, and reported heavy smoke and fire showing from the charlie side of the residential structure. The officer on Engine 12 quickly requested a second alarm due to threats of exposure behind the home. This dispatched Engine 9, Engine 10, Medic 10, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the fire. Medic 12 was division one and stretched an 1 3/4'' hose line into the home for an interior attack. Meanwhile Ladder 12 and Medic 11 searched the home for possible victims. Fire crews had the fire extinguished in under twenty minutes, and began overhaul efforts. While the home was not occupied by people at the time, firefighters were able to rescue two dogs and a pet hamster from the home. The pets rescued from the home were cared for on scene by an emergency vet service. The state fire marshall was requested, and is currently investigating the cause of the fire. All fire units had cleared the scene by 1600 hours.
6/17/16
Vacant Warehouses Ignite, Causes Large, 6-Alarm Overnight Fire
A-shift crews were dispatched to a report of a possible structure fire at a vacant warehouse at 982 S Celery Rd at 0452 hours on 6/17. Engine 9, Engine 8, Engine 7, Ladder 5, Medic 5, Medic 7, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Batt 2, and Batt 3 were assigned to the initial call. Engine 9 arrived on scene in 4 minutes to find two fully-involved, large warehouses on fire with heavy fire threatening exposures on the Bravo and Charlie side of the structure. The officer immediately requested a second and third alarm, and ordered a full defensive attack on the two buildings. Engine 5, Quint 6, Engine 12, Engine 11, Medic 5, Medic 10, Ladder 12, EMS 1, Tanker 9, and Chief 3 were dispatched as the second and third alarm companies. Crews began placing hose lines along the bravo and charlie sides to protect nearby buildings from the threat of fire. Battalion 2 arrived on scene and requested a fourth alarm to assist with exposure protection. This added Engine 13, Engine 3, and Medic 11 to the call. Ladder 5, Ladder 12, and Quint 4's aerial ladders were all used to pour water on the fire, while deck guns and mercury monitors were used on the ground to begin suppressing the main body of fire. A fifth alarm was requested to sweep a nearby apartment complex to make sure homeowners had evacuated their dwellings. The fifth alarm dispatched Engine 2, Quint 4, Medic 12, and Brickton Beach Ladder 33 to the fire. Due to hot and humid conditions, crews were constantly rotated out to ensure firefighter safety. Chief 1 arrived on scene at 0545 hours and requested assistance from the Red Cross and county transit to provide rehab buses for on-duty firefighters. At 0630 hours, a sixth alarm was requested, adding Engine 10 and Medic 2, as well as Brickside Engine 1, and Brickton Beach Engine 31. Crews ruled the fire under control at 0700 hours, and had the fire out by 1130 hours. Units remained on scene throughout the day and following evening to mop-up the scene and watch for hot spots. The State Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire. Two buildings are a total loss, and five other nearby structures suffered heat and smoke damage. Fortunately, though, no one was injured in the fire. This was the first fire to go six alarms since 2004. A total of 34 fire units, and 82 firefighters were on scene to battle the fire. Mutual aid from Brickside Fire and Brickton Beach Fire were utilized on-scene, and off-duty personnel were called in to staff reserve fire units and cover empty fire stations.
5/15/16
B-Shift Battles 2-Alarm Fire at Pretillo's
Multiple 911 calls came in from patrons and staff at Pretillo's restaurant about a fire in the kitchen, just after 1600 hours on May 15th. Engine 10, Engine 8, Engine 11, Ladder 12, Medic 10, Medic 13, Heavy Rescue 3, Air Truck 5, Battalion 3, and Battalion 2 were on the initial dispatch. As Station 10 units pulled out of their station, they advised there was heavy, black smoke showing from the general area of the fire and requested a second alarm. This dispatched Engine 13, Quint 6, Medic 5, Tanker 9, and EMS 1 to the call. Engine 10 arrived on scene in 4 minutes to find thick, heavy smoke showing from the roof near the delta exposure. Engine 10 pulled an 1 3/4 hose line to begin an interior attack as Medic 10 entered for an interior search. Ladder 12 was utilized to begin an aerial attack to pour water on the flaming roof, as Engine 11 and Medic 13 worked inside to extinguish the fire from the inside. Crews had the fire under control in just under 30 minutes, and the fire was ruled out at 1645 hours. Thankfully, no one inside the restaurant was injured. The state fire marshall is investigating the fire.
