Waterbury Fire Department

Structure Fire 36 Chipman St 07/05/12

Just before noon the alarm sounded for a structure fire at 36 Chipman St in Waterbury's Town Plot Section. First due Engine 11 arrived to find smoke showing from the single family dwelling and reported that they would b stretching in. As they advanced a line Truck 1 laddered the roof of the one story structure with a ground ladder as second due Engine 8 set up the hydrant just west of the scene. The E-11's crew was able to bring the fire under control quickly using only their tank water. The remaining time on scene was spent overhauling and ventilating the structure which was charged with smoke by the incident.