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Mutual Aid Crews Support Three-Alarm Structure Fire in Shelburne
July 15, 2026 | VERMONT
1RN News Team,
Hinesburg, VT - The Hinesburg Fire Department responded on mutual aid to assist the Shelburne Fire Department at a reported structure fire off Pheasant Hill that escalated to three alarms.
Upon arrival, Engine 1 personnel were assigned multiple roles, with crews splitting to assist with fire attack operations while also establishing and maintaining a continuous water supply. Command staff coordinated water supply operations to support ongoing suppression efforts.
Hinesburg firefighters operated on scene for several hours alongside regional departments, contributing to fire suppression, exposure protection, and overhaul. The incident highlighted the effectiveness of coordinated mutual aid response across multiple jurisdictions.