Fire crews battle house blaze near Grandview Ave, Mercersburg PA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a structure fire near Grandview Avenue in Mercersburg, Franklin County. The incident involved multiple fire and EMS units conducting ventilation and suppression efforts in the attic, kitchen, and basement. Crews worked to control the blaze, assess damage, and coordinate with utility providers to disconnect power. No active fire was later visible, suggesting the scene may have been secured.
Audio|Heard on: Franklin PA Fire-Tac Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
06:53
Transcript:
00:00
Okay, (name withheld), can you place C truck four in service? One truck is suffice.
00:05
Okay, Franklin two, Washington City Truck 4, you can return to service.
00:18
Captain 18, attend the kitchen.
00:21
The access to the attic.
00:29
Washington Engine 42 is on scene staging.
00:39
Command a fire attack.
01:32
A lot of fire damage there.
02:18
We got our own hydrant in front of Grandview Avenue.
03:35
West Penn Power advised the remote disconnect will take 20 to 30 minutes and a crew will be out in two to three hours.
04:18
No visible active fire.
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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:
E Grandview Ave, Mercersburg, PA 17236
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