Apartment Fire 213 E. Unaka Ave. Johnson City TN 37601

 

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For Immediate Release

08/26/2010

Johnson City Apartment Fire

 

On August 26^th at 12:32 a.m. the Johnson City Fire Department responded to an apartment fire at 213 E. Unaka Avenue. The structure was a three story, wood frame residence that had been converted into a seven unit apartment. The first unit arrived on the scene within three minutes and found flames visible from the right side of the dwelling’s second and third floors. Occupants were alerted to the fire by smoke detectors that had been placed throughout the building. Personnel from the Johnson City Police Department, under the command of Lt. Brian Rice, were assisting in the evacuation of occupants from the building. A second alarm was called bringing a total of four engines, one command unit, one rehab unit, one ladder truck and one rescue unit. There were a total of 16 fire department personnel that responded. In addition, Washington/Johnson City EMS dispatched one rescue unit, one ambulance, and a shift commander unit.

 

                The first arriving fire companies were able to contain the spread of the fire with an aggressive interior attack in a second floor unit.  The structure was built using balloon frame construction which has the exterior walls assembled with wood studs that are continuous from basement to the roof. There are open channels between each pair of studs that extends to the attic. Each of these channels provides a path that enables a fire to spread unrestricted and without being visible. Incident Commander, Captain Stanley Daniels said that “the firefighters did an excellent job in anticipating that fire might extend through these voids by opening them up and extinguishing the fire and preventing rapid vertical extension”.  Captain Daniels went on to say “this is a good time to remind everyone that all residences should have working smoke alarms because they save lives”.   

 

Three apartments and the attic suffered direct flame and heat damage. Four apartments suffered smoke and water damage. Twelve occupants were affected by the fire. The American Red Cross responded to the scene and assisted the victims. There were no reports of any injuries to occupants or responders.  Origin and cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Johnson City Fire Marshal’s Office. 

 

 

a humble city employee

 

Stanley Elie Daniels, Captain

Johnson City Fire Department

sedaniels@johnsoncitytn.org

423-483-5828 or 423-975-2840

 

Business Fire

At 10:00 pm, Wednesday August 18, 2010, units from the Johnson City Fire Department were dispatched to 820 Rolling Hills Drive on a business fire alarm. The business was Crothall Laundry Services.

Upon arrival, firefighters found that there was water flowing inside the building. Entry was made and light smoke was visible. A small fire was located in the center of the clean laundry holding area.

Two sprinkler heads had activated. The sprinkler system held the fire to a small area which was then extinguished by firefighters.

The damage was estimated at $5,000.

The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Johnson City Fire Department’s Fire Marshal Division.

Quick Responses Limits Damage at Two Johnson City Fires

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Immediate Release

 

August 12, 2010

 

Quick Response Limits Damage at Two Johnson City Fires

 

The Johnson City Fire Department responded to two structure fires in as many hours this afternoon. The first fire was at a single-family residence at 1865 Glen Echo Drive, and the second was a single-family residence at 417 Wilson Avenue.

 

The report for a fire at 1865 Glen Echo Drive as received at approximately 4:30 pm. The caller initially reported flames were visible from the home located in the Carter Crossing Subdivision in southwest Johnson City. The first arriving engine confirmed flames and smoke were visible, and immediately began an attack on the fire. The initial arriving company was on-scene in less than five-minutes. The fire was quickly brought under control, and the fire was confined to a bedroom. Two teenage juveniles were home at the time of the fire along with their two dogs. The juveniles were able to escape after discovering the fire and were outside the residence with the dogs when crews arrived. The investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing. The Johnson City Fire Department’s Fire Marshal’s Division is handling the investigation. Smoke damage extended throughout the entire home, but fire damage was contained to the bedroom. The total damage was estimated to be approximately $10,000. Further information will be available after the investigation is concluded. Three engines, a manpower unit, a ladder, and shift-commander responded to this call. There were a total of 13 fire personnel on the scene. Washington County EMS also responded to the call.

 

The second fire was reported to Washington County 911 dispatchers at approximately 6:00 pm. This fire was reported to be on the porch of this single-family residence. Upon arrival, crews found the fire was isolated to the porch, and it was quickly extinguished by the first arriving engine company. The damage was contained the porch and steps. Two individuals were at the home at the time of the fire. They reported they had been smoking recently on the porch, but they had returned back into the home. A passer-by reported the fire to the occupants. The exact cause of the fire could not be determined, but smoking was considered to be the likely cause. The amount of damage to the home was less than three-thousand dollars. Three engines, a manpower unit, a ladder, and shift-commander responded to this call. Four of these units responded to both fires. There was at total of 14 personnel dispatched to the call. Washington County EMS also responded to the call.

 

 

For Additional Information Contact:

 

Lt. Jason Powell

423-483-5819

jpowell@johnsoncitytn.org

 

FM Sam McLain

423-483-5834

smclain@johnsoncitytn.org

 

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Apartment Fire

The Johnson City Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 305 W. 8^th Ave August 7, 2010 at 07:59:21 pm. The first unit, Engine four, arrived on the scene at 20:01:44 pm. This location was a Rooming House with twelve units. Only four of the units were occupied. This was a single alarm fire consisting of three engines, one command unit, one rehab unit, one ladder and one rescue unit for a total of 15 personnel. The fire was contained to the room of origin and object of origin, a mattress and box spring in apartment six. Fire extinguishment was achieved within seven minutes after Engine four arrival. One tenant was assisted out of the structure and treated for smoke inhalation by Washington/Johnson City EMS. Two tenants were transported to the Medical Center for smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the Johnson City Fire Department’s Fire Marshal Division.

 

 

a humble city employee

 

Stanley Elie Daniels, Captain

Johnson City Fire Department

sedaniels@johnsoncitytn.org

423-483-5828 or 423-975-2840

 

Structure Fire at 1812 Hillsboro Ave

The Johnson City Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at 1812 Hillsboro Ave. at 05:14 on 28 July 10. When units arrived on scene, the occupants were outside of the residence and stated that the fire was in a office closet. The occupants extinguished the fire prior to the Fire Department's arrival. Crews remained on scene to investigate, ventilate, and perform salvage and overhaul functions. There were no injuries from the incident. Smoke detectors were present and working. Units cleared the scene at 06:15. The preliminary investigation for the cause of the fire was determined to be an electrical short in a portable radio.

 

Mike Oliver

Lieutenant

Johnson City Fire Department

505 E Main Street

Johnson City, TN 37601

423-975-2840

423-483-5817

ltollie@johnsoncitytn.org

Citizens Fire Academy Enrollment now open

The Johnson City Fire Department Citizen's Fire Academy…

is designed to increase understanding of fire and emergency medical operations and to promote citizen interaction with Johnson City Fire Department firefighters. The program is designed to enhance awareness of the department's capabilities and limitations and to develop a cooperative relationship between firefighters and the citizens of Johnson City.

The eight-week course will provide participants with an overview of the major units within the department as well as a general overview of firefighting and emergency medical services. It will provide a forum for firefighter-citizen exchange and dialogue. The Academy will begin August 31^st and culminate with a graduation dinner on October 26^th. The training sessions will be on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

The practical exercises can be physically demanding, but Citizens are not required to participate in any activity in which they are not physically able or for which they do not feel comfortable. Safety is Johnson City’s first priority for each CFA participant as well has having fun.

Send application request and inquires to: firedept@johnsoncitytn.org

Minimum Qualifications:

·         21 years of age or older

·         Live or work in the City of Johnson City, or have a family member that works for the City of Johnson City.

·         Valid Tennessee Drivers License.

·         US citizen.

·         Certificate of Completion: Must attend seven of the eight training sessions.

·         Certificate of Attendance: Must attend five of the eight training sessions.

·         Application Deadline: August 17, 2010.

****Please note, this is not the Fire Trainee Academy and not intended for those whom desire employment with the Johnson City Fire Department.

 

 

Lt. Robert C. Johnson

Johnson City Fire Department

Fire Training Division

423.232.7048

423.676.6599

rjohnson@johnsoncitytn.org

FireDept@johnsoncitytn.org

www.johnsoncitytn.org

 

S Roan Street is Closed in the area of Terrace Ct and Chestnut St

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

S. Roan Street in Johnson City from Highland Avenue to Chestnut Street is closed until further notice due to a large tree in the roadway. Avoid the area as crews from Johnson City Public Works are clearing the debris.

 

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Lt./EMTP Jason Powell

Johnson City, TN Fire Dept.

B-Shift - "North Battalion"

Station 5

205 Broyles Dr.

Johnson City, TN 37601

Station: (423) 283-5804

Cell: (423) 483-5819

Fax: (423) 283-5885

jpowell@johnsoncitytn.org

www.johnsoncitytn.org/Fire

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