McComb Rd House Fully Involved on Arrival
Posted By P. Feely on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 01:00

On Saturday March 20, 2010 at 5pm Huntertown FD and Churubusco FD were dispatched on a stucture fire located on McComb Rd, between Wappes Rd and Fogel Rd.  The information provided to Allen County Communications indicated flames and smoke were visible.  Prior to arrival a R.I.T. team was dispatched from the Laotto FD and additional tankers requested from Washington Twp FD.  Engine 92 was first to arrive and confirmed heavy smoke and fire.  The homeowner advised that the fire started in the garage located on the lower level (Alpha/Delta side) which was evident on the size up and also explained the large hole in the upper floor extending from Alpha to Charlie.  The wind conditions didn't help as can be scene in the 1st picture with the smoke and flames blowing toward the unburnt side of the house.  A hand line was stretched to take a position between the house and the garage, but they encountered flames on the wood deck and stairs which was the only escape route for firefightes to advancing that line.  A combination of Defensive and Offensive tactics were utilized to eventually bring the fire under control.  Unfortunately the house sustained major damage and is likely to be a total loss.  Our thoughts are with the family, who fortunately got out with no injuries.  Special thanks to all the additional Mutual aid companies beyond the initial response including Northeast FD,St. Joe Twp FD, F.A.S.T., and ACPD.