Chimney Fire Escalates to Second Alarm, Causes Significant Damage to Bartlett Home
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationHeavy fire vents through the roofline as flames extend from the chimney area during early morning operations.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationFirefighters advance ground ladders to access the upper level while coordinating suppression efforts from multiple points.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationAerial operations are established as crews work from above to cut off fire spread along the roof.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationIntense interior fire conditions glow through windows as crews prepare for entry and suppression.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationCommand staff and firefighters monitor conditions while apparatus and pump operations support the attack.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters Association Aerial crews continue roof operations amid heavy smoke conditions during suppression efforts.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationNighttime conditions show active fire in the upper structure as crews maintain operations during extended incident duration.
Photo by Bartlett Firefighters AssociationFlames continue to vent from the chimney area as apparatus lighting illuminates the scene.
BARTLETT, NH - A chimney fire in Bartlett quickly escalated into a second-alarm structure fire early Sunday morning, March 15th, drawing a large mutual aid response and resulting in significant damage to a residence.
At approximately 5:12 a.m., the Bartlett Fire Department was dispatched to 62 Glen Ledge Road for a reported chimney fire with possible extension. Upon arrival, crews encountered fire that had extended into the roofline and was spreading throughout the home, prompting the upgrade to a first alarm and the request for mutual aid from surrounding departments, including Jackson, North Conway, Center Conway, and Conway Fire, along with Bartlett Jackson Ambulance and a second ambulance from Action Ambulance.
As conditions worsened, a second alarm was struck, bringing in additional manpower while Fryeburg Fire covered a neighboring station. Firefighters worked for several hours to ventilate the structure and bring the blaze under control. All occupants were able to safely evacuate prior to firefighters’ arrival, and no injuries were reported. However, the home sustained extensive damage and has been deemed unsafe to occupy.
No information from the author.