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Crews Respond to Reported Commercial Structure Fire in Girard

Girard, PA – On Tuesday evening at approximately 6:45 PM, A.F. Dobler Hose fire personnel were dispatched to a reported structure fire near 840 East Main Street. While Engine 534 and Engine 553 were en route, crews were informed of a fire in the southeastern corner of the building, with all occupants safely evacuated. Responding units were also advised that Girard Police were on scene and that the visible flames were extinguished.Engine 553 arrived first to find a single-story brick and steel industrial building with a light haze inside, but no active fire. Chief 541 assumed command of the East Main Street incident, with Engine 534 and Ladder 549 arriving shortly after. On scene, crews used thermal imaging cameras to confirm that the fire had been fully extinguished, while additional teams ventilated the structure to clear remaining smoke. All other incoming units were placed back in service by Command 541.Girard Police, Pennsylvania State Police, and the Fire Marshal were on scene investigating. The Erie City Fire Departments’ Accelerant Detection Dog was brought to the scene to assist with the investigation. Anyone with further information is urged to contact the Girard Police Department at (814) 774-2651 or the Pennsylvania State Police in Girard at (814) 774-9611.

Published a year ago27
commercial structure fire

Fire Crews Respond to Surge of Electrical Incidents Across Millcreek

Millcreek Township, PA – Just after 3:00 PM, Kearsarge, Belle Valley, Perry HiWay, West Ridge, Millcreek Fire, and Millcreek Paramedics responded to a report of a burnt odor coming from the walls at Vision Works near the food court entrance. The smell, which followed a reported power surge, prompted the response. Crews arrived to find no obvious signs of fire, but a light haze and the smell of burning electrical components were detected. As conditions worsened, more resources were called in, and crews were sent to the roof for further investigation and gaining access to more panels.Soon after, a second call reported smoke emerging from the ceiling at Toyota of Erie, again linked to a possible power issue. With many units already committed to the first incident, Chief 920 called for a second alarm, bringing in teams from West Lake, Erie Fire, Fairfield, and Brookside. Initial checks revealed no immediate danger, but a faint smell of burning persisted. Crews were sent to the roof to examine the air unit, and command requested Penelec’s assistance at all incident locations. Penelec also executed remote power disconnects.Shortly thereafter, Amigo Taqueria at 5630 Peach Street reported an similar issue. At this point, resources were shuffled between incidents as rigs freed up.Next, a fourth call came in regarding a possible issue at Rally House. Engine 12 and 324 responded, finding no immediate signs of trouble and proceeded with their investigation.The fifth call consisted of a smell of electrical burning at PetCo, marking the conclusion of a series of related incidents.The Millcreek Mall was closed for a short duration but was reopened later this evening. This rapid series of events underscores the prompt response, effective communication, and coordinated teamwork, and the efforts of dispatchers at the Erie County Department of Public Safety.

Published 2 years ago89