structural collapse
December 3, 2024

Springfield Firefighters Secure Scene After Garage Roof Collapse on Old Lake Road

structural collapse
December 3, 2024
Springfield Firefighters Secure Scene After Garage Roof Collapse on Old Lake Road

Statistics

12/4/24 3:42 AM
Call Received
12/4/24 4:41 AM
Call Closed
0 hours 59 minutes
Call Duration

Narrative

Springfield Township, PA – At approximately 10:45 PM, first responders from the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to a reported structure collapse near 12700 Old Lake Road in Springfield Township. Shortly after the initial dispatch, crews were informed that a garage roof had collapsed.

Engine 643 and Utility 646 arrived on the scene to find the garage roof completely caved in. Fire personnel ensured that utilities to the structure were safely secured. Going above and beyond, first responders also assisted in digging out a vehicle parked next to the partially collapsed garage, enabling the owner to safely relocate it.

Response Timeline

Dispatched
Enroute
On Scene and/or Returning
Transporting
Transport Returning
In Service
3:44 AM
3:59 AM
4:14 AM
4:29 AM
643E
STA64
640
646U

Disclaimer: The timeline provided is for illustrative purposes only and may not be entirely accurate due to potential errors in recorded transmissions. Consequently, this timeline should not be used to evaluate responses to incidents. If you notice a significant discrepancy, please contact [email protected].

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