Dwelling Fire 702 Box

The Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for a dwelling fire in the 3900 Block of Grimm Road at 07:23. Chief 7 was first to arrive and advised smoke showing and requested the working fire assignment. Engine 714 was first engine to arrive and advanced a 1 3/4" handline into the dwelling and began making a fire attack. Crews located the fire and found it to be contained to the kitchen area and second division walls. Rescue 751 was second to arrive and laid 700ft of 5" LDH down the lane and advanced 714's second handline to the second division and began checking for extension. Crews from numerous mutual aid companies assisted with salvage and overhaul of the structure. Fire was determined to be cause by electrical wiring and damage was estimated to be $50,000. JVFC units cleared the scene at approximately 10:00.