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Major House Fire and Water Supply Operations in Riley Township

Source: Schuylkill County Fire
Branchdale, PA, USA
Summary: A significant house fire occurred in Riley Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, requiring a large-scale response from multiple fire departments and tankers. The incident involved complex water supply logistics due to hydrant and water main issues, necessitating the establishment of multiple fill sites, including at the Renninger Bus Barn and Branchdale Pond. Numerous units, including tankers and engines from surrounding districts, were dispatched and coordinated to maintain water supply. The fire was eventually brought under control with extensive overhaul operations, and a PSP Fire Marshal was requested for investigation.
  1. Investigation and Demobilization
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  2. Fire Under Control and Overhaul Operations
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  3. Resource Coordination and Additional Dispatches
    04:47

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  4. Water Supply Challenges and Fill Site Setup
    03:27

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  5. Initial Fire Dispatch and Tanker Access
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