Just a little over a week after responding to a house fire, the Green River Fire Department was called out to respond to another house fire. While more damage was done to the home during this fire, the occupants were safe, and much of the fire was contained and kept from spreading.
At approximately 5:45 a.m. Sunday, December 8, the Green River Fire Department (GRFD), along with Castle Rock Ambulance and Green River Police Department (GRPD), responded to a structure fire on the 700 block of Shoshone Avenue in Green River.
Upon arrival, GRPD officers and fire command witnessed active flames coming from the roof of a home, according to a GRFD press release. Officers quickly evacuated nearby residents to ensure their safety, the GRFD reported.
"GRFD's Engine 2 arrived within minutes, and firefighters launched an aggressive offensive attack, entering the home and locating the fire in an upstairs bathroom," the GRFD explained.
Additional support from GRFD Engine 22 and Tower 2 helped crews extinguish the blaze from outside, according to the press release.
"Thanks to the quick call to 911 and the rapid response from first responders, the fire was contained and surrounding homes remained undamaged," the GRFD said.
GRFD's Co-Chief Bill Robinson emphasized the importance of early action in situations like this.
"The occupants of the home acted quickly to call 911 and get out, which allowed fire crews to focus on containing the fire and protecting nearby homes and residents," he said.
While the house itself is considered a loss, most of the contents inside are believed to be salvageable, the GRFD reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, but it's believed to have started in the upstairs bathroom.
"A big thank you to Sweetwater Combined Communications, Castle Rock Ambulance, and the Green River Police Department for their teamwork in this emergency," GRFD said. "Stay safe, Green River, and remember – early calls save lives!"
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