Neighbors were able to wake-up the sleeping male occupant of the home by banging on doors and windows. Through this quick action the homeowner was able to make it outside to safety. Unfortunately, the family dog was unable to escape and perished in the fire. Neighbors gave statements to Fire Marshal Brian Dolan regarding the quick spread of fire from the open carport to the attached home.
Firefighters on scene were challenged by gusting winds that accelerated the spread of the fire. A nearby home was damaged by radiant heat and had significant vinyl siding damage. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from extending into this nearby exposure.
The home experienced significant heat, smoke and water damage as a result of this event. The displaced family will be staying with relatives in the area. The homeowner and firefighters reported no injuries.
Fire Marshal Brian Dolan is investigating this origin and cause of this fire, and at the time of this release remains on-scene.
Responding companies: Engine 2, Engine 3, Tower 1, Squad 1, Engine 5, Engine 8 (vol), Rescue 2, Cat 3, Car 1, Car 5, Car 55, Car 56, and Hamden CERT. Mutual Aid coverage was provided by fire units from New Haven, North Haven, and Cheshire, as well as units from AMR.
Posted 2/25/2019 2030 hours
Website thanks to Chief Gary Merwede for the information and photo provided for this article.
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