Painesville Fire Department battles a large fire on Mentor Avenue, facing challenges from frozen hydrants and intense cold.
The Painesville Fire Department battled a significant blaze on Mentor Avenue in Painesville, Ohio on Wednesday afternoon. Fire Chief Tom Hummel reported that thankfully, there were no injuries and most pets residing in the affected home were safely accounted for. The fire presented numerous challenges for the firefighters, requiring them to utilize four different hydrants to access the necessary water supply.
The intense cold weather further complicated the situation, with some fire hydrants being frozen shut, as confirmed by the Chardon Fire Department in a Facebook post. The fire originated on the ground floor porch and quickly spread upwards along the exterior wall of the building. The structure, divided into apartments, housed approximately 11 individuals. As the Painesville Fire Department worked diligently to extinguish the flames, they faced logistical difficulties due to the limited water access caused by the hydrant issues and the freezing temperatures. Chief Hummel emphasized the critical role of hydrant accessibility during firefighting operations, explaining that the initial fire engine carries a thousand gallons of water, which can be depleted within a few minutes. Without a readily accessible hydrant, the department's water supply is significantly restricted. The Painesville Fire Department, along with assistance from the Chardon Fire Department, successfully contained the fire, preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of the residents
FIRE OHIO PAINSEVILLE MENTOR AVENUE FROZEN HYDRANTS WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE
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