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Quick Knockdown at Shed Fire Prevents Spread to Nearby Structures
May 15, 2026 | PENNSYLVANIA
1RN News Team,

Photo by Freeport Fire-EMS

Photo by Freeport Fire-EMS

Photo by Freeport Fire-EMS

Photo by Freeport Fire-EMS
This article is a direct street report from our correspondent and has not been edited by the 1st Responder newsroom.
Freeport, PA - Freeport Fire-EMS assisted South Buffalo VFD on a reported shed fire on Murphys Bottom Road. Ladder 70 arrived to find a garage heavily involved, threatening two nearby structures and a fuel tank.
Wagon 70 arrived shortly after, and crews operated on scene for approximately 90 minutes, successfully extinguishing the fire and protecting exposures.
Multiple mutual aid units assisted at the scene. The department extends its thoughts to the homeowner and commends all crews for their coordinated efforts and rapid fire control.