Thunder Bay Fire Rescue contained a Marks Street North house fire late Sept. 23 with no injuries reported
THUNDER BAY — NEWS — Thunder Bay Fire Rescue responded late Wednesday night to a residential structure fire on Marks Street North, bringing multiple crews to the scene after smoke was seen coming from the home.
The fire was reported at approximately 11:55 p.m. on Sept. 23. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
Rapid Interior Attack Brings Fire Under Control
The first pumper arriving at the scene found smoke coming from the residence and a second alarm was called to bring additional firefighters and equipment.
Fire crews launched a rapid interior attack and were able to knock down the main body of the fire.
Once conditions allowed, firefighters moved further into the structure to confirm that all occupants had made it safely out of the building.
Crews also worked outside the home to extinguish flames and prevent the fire from spreading to a neighbouring building.
Eight Fire Rescue Units Respond
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue says the response included:
- six pumpers;
- one aerial ladder; and
- the platoon chief.
The department reported no injuries among residents or firefighters.
The extent of the damage was not provided in the initial report.
Cause of Fire Not Released
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue did not identify the cause of the fire in the information released.
The department did, however, remind residents to use caution around wood-burning appliances and other heat sources.
That reminder should not be interpreted as confirmation that a wood-burning appliance caused this fire.
Fall Heating Safety Reminder
As temperatures cool and more households begin using wood stoves, fireplaces and other heating equipment, Thunder Bay Fire Rescue is reminding residents to keep combustible materials away from heat sources.
Homeowners should also make sure smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are working properly and that heating equipment is maintained and used according to manufacturer instructions.
Residents using wood-burning appliances should ensure chimneys and venting systems are kept in safe operating condition and that ashes are stored and disposed of carefully.
