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Collingswood "All-Hands"
By Lieutenant/EMT Dan Devitt
February 16, 2010
At 1828 hours Task Force 16 was dispatched to 684 Haddon Avenue for a reported dwelling fire. Upon arrival of Squad Company 16 they reported smoke showing and asked for the "All-Hands" signal be dispatched bringing Ladder 15-1.
Engine 1512 responded under the command of Captain John Young and upon arrival assisted Squad 16 with obtaining a water supply. Engine 1512's crew then assisted interior crews with opening up and checking for extension.
Ladder 15-1 responded under the command of Lieutenant John Vernon and upon arrival assumed the FAST Company.
At the 20 minute mark Command reported all visible fire was knocked down with negative extension. Command then started to release companies from the fireground.
Engine 1512 assisted Squad Company 16 with re-packing hose and was then released.
