Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar

February 15, 2020

Just before 8 am, Delmar Fire Department was dispatched for a chimney fire. Prior to responding, Central upgraded the call to a working house fire. 74-1 arrived on location to find smoke showing from a two story single family residence. The crew pulled a 1 3/4 to the 2nd floor and found fire in the wall. Salisbury Truck 2 arrived on location and checked the attic for extension. A ventilation hole was cut to remove smoke and heat. Crews from Hebron Fire Department Engine-Tanker 5 and Ladder 5 opened up the 1st floor and assisted with overhaul throughout. Parsonsburg Fire Department sent Engine 605 to Delmar for stand-by.

Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar
Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar
Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar
Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar
Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar
Chimney fire upgraded to working house fire in Delmar