Fire crews battle structure blaze on Platt Ave, Norwich CT
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a structure fire on Platt Avenue in Norwich, Connecticut. Radio traffic indicated heavy flames on multiple sides and floors of a building, but all occupants were reported to have exited safely. Teams discussed hydrant setup, water supply, and safety positions while managing the blaze.
Audio|Heard on: New London CT Fire-Tac Group Calls
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02:11
Transcript:
00:00
We're going to grab a hydrant rod and flag down at the bottom.
00:04
Flows better than the one that's two houses up, the red hydrant.
00:10
Received.
00:12
This is why it hasn't happened for so long.
00:16
Engine 2 is approaching Platt Street now.
00:19
Heavy fire showing from the Charlie side.
00:21
We'll advise.
00:23
Truck one, you should be able to get up the street.
00:31
So I'm going up the street.
00:35
Command from squad X, starting safety right now.
00:40
Down the Bravo side, I'm worried about the light coming off the building on the Delta.
00:48
I want you to set up right back here once you're good.
00:54
Two steps to two drivers ready for water.
01:00
Okay, I'm sweating.
01:02
Go ahead, Squad X.
01:04
Chief, you got heavy fire Bravo Charlie Delta side all three floors.
01:09
Recommend a 2nd.
01:13
Received.
01:15
Command from Squad X.
01:17
Occupants reporting everybody out of the house.
01:20
Command has it.
01:22
Command has it.
01:24
Truck one, keep by all occupants.
01:27
They're being accounted for.
01:31
2004 is two driver, calling the call in.
01:35
Hop from 2X.
01:38
Don't be going with your stepman on the Delta side.
01:43
Two driver from 2X.
01:44
Do you have water?
01:47
For the hydrant.
01:51
Received. Yeah, ready for water.
01:54
Be advised, we got a quarter of a tank.
01:57
Positive water source.
02:00
Two driver, that ran properly to the smooth board.
02:04
Two driver, red light, smooth board, less pressure.
02:09
Less pressure on both, going half red line, less pressure.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Platt Ave, Norwich, CT 06360
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