Grass fire near homes on Garrett Drive sparks urgent response, Tyler TX
A backyard fire pit spilled over, causing a grass fire near homes on Garrett Drive. Fire crews swiftly responded as the flames neared multiple houses.
Audio|Source: Smith County Sheriff, Tyler Police, and Tyler Fire
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Transcript:
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Attention, engine 2, 4, engine 8, engine 9, truck 2, battalion 2, and FM 7.
00:06
Respond for possible structure fire, 831, Garrett Drive.
00:10
The caller reports a fire pit in the backyard that spilled over.
00:14
Currently it's just a grass fire, but it is spreading close to several homes.
00:22
Respond off Channel 1.
00:28
I'm trying to confirm another out.
00:32
Okay.
00:37
Yes, saying responding.
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Thank you.
01:00
Indian and I responding out.
01:03
It's en route to Garrett.
01:10
We're getting multiple calls from neighbors.
01:12
The fire is getting close to several other houses.
01:14
It's very close.
01:21
37 on scene.
01:23
Good 7. Okay.
01:33
Engine 2 is on the scene.
01:36
Smoke is coming from the backyard.
01:40
We will be out making a mop-up.
01:42
Stand by for further.
01:43
We'll be out on Channel 1, 2 will have command.
01:56
Looks like we have about a hundred by hundred foot fire, will be out making a mop-up in the backyard.
02:09
Drop 2 on location will be assisting engine 2.
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Location mentioned:
Garrett Dr, Tyler, TX 75703
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