Avenel Working Attic Fire

At 1628 hours the Avenel, Woodbridge and Port Reading Fire Departments were dispatched to Gail Court for a smoke condition. While responding Colonia Truck 12-2-1 was dispatched. Upon the arrival of Engine 5-4 crews found light smoke showing from the attic of a 1 story single family home. During investigation crews found smoke in the structure and high heat in the ceiling area. Shortly after opening up where the heat was crews found a working fire in the attic and quickly knocked the fire with a hose line. The fire was placed under control shortly after and companies overhauled. Companies had 1 line in operation, and a positive water supply established. Units on the scene were Avenel Engine 5-4, Utility 5-3-2, Woodbridge Engine 1-3, Port Reading Engine 2-1, and Colonia Truck 12-2-1.