Fireground Mayday: Firefighter Rescue at 321 East Saginaw Street

Summary: During a fire response at 321 East Saginaw Street, Ingham County, Michigan, a Mayday was declared for disoriented firefighters on the second floor. Multiple units, including Truck 81 and Engine 81, responded and coordinated rescue efforts. Firefighters reported being separated from their crews, disoriented, and attempted to self-rescue by following hose lines and couplings. Command issued emergency traffic only, deployed RIT (Rapid Intervention Team), and requested additional alarms and medic units. The incident involved multiple Mayday calls and a structured rescue operation, with updates on firefighter locations and conditions.