| On Tuesday afternoon at 1247hrs., the Modena Fire Co., along with Coatesville and Thorndale were dispatched to a building fire in the City of Coatesville. The fire was located in the attic of the YWCA in the 400 block of Lincoln Highway. Ladder 43 responded, and advised the County they had heavy smoke visible from the building. Shortly thereafter, Chief 43 arrived and assumed command, requested a Working Fire Dispatch, advising there was fire visible from the roof.
Ladder 43 advanvced a handline and laddered the building while Engine 41-2 established a water supply from a nearby hydrant. The fire was quickly extinguished, and crews remained on scene checking the building for fire extension. Lincoln Hwy Command placed the fire under control.
Modena's units were redirected to the Washington Hose Company to cover the area. Command released the Modena units at 1430.
Photos taken by John Gatchel |
