Brush fire threatens structure near Cedar Creek Rd, Star Tannery VA
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a brush fire near Cedar Creek Road that was spreading toward a nearby structure. Approximately three and a half acres were burning, and residents were attempting to create firebreaks with an excavator. Additional brush and tanker units, along with the Department of Forestry dozer, were requested to assist in containment efforts.
Audio|Heard on: Shenandoah County Fire and Rescue
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04:16
Transcript:
00:46
Address is going to be near Cedar Creek Road.
00:51
Approximately three and a half acres on fire, about 50 feet from a residence.
00:56
We have some citizens with an excavator trying to cut a line right now.
01:22
If you can get me an additional brush truck with tanker 17 coming, that should be good for now.
01:26
And go ahead and contact (name withheld) with Department of Forestry, advise them we're going to need the dozer.
01:31
I've already spoken with them on the phone, so they'll understand.
02:06
Got a line on the fire right now,
02:09
In the process of moving forward, trying to get close to the house to protect the structure.
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Location mentioned:
Cedar Creek Rd, Star Tannery, VA 22654
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