Residential Structure Fire with Possible Entrapment at 80 South Main Street, Shickshinny Borough
Source: Eastern Columbia and Western Luzerne Fire and EMS
Shickshinny, PA 18655, USA
Summary: A major residential structure fire was reported at 80 South Main Street, Shickshinny Borough, Columbia County, Pennsylvania. Initial reports indicated a garage fire at the rear of the address, which escalated to a fully involved house fire with possible entrapment. Multiple fire departments and emergency units were dispatched, and the incident was upgraded to a second alarm due to the severity and risk to occupants. Operations were coordinated on 'Ops 1' channel, with hydrant operations and personnel accountability established. Utilities were notified, and ongoing efforts were made to control the fire and ensure the safety of both residents and responders.