Article and photos by Jason Frattini
On May 4, the on-duty crew of the Mount Clemens (MI) Fire Department received an alarm for a possible fire.
Upon arrival, crews were met with heavy smoke conditions and command requested a second alarm. An interior operation was quickly set up. Firefighters found heavy fire conditions inside of the building and were pulled out and a defensive operation was set up.
Commercial Building Fires: When To Go Defensive
Crews reported to command that fire was spreading to the business on the B side of the building. Command requested a third alarm to the scene. Crews were met with poor water conditions and numerous engines were stretched to help with water problems.
In all, multiple handlines, two tower ladders, and a deck gun was used to control the fire. The building–which house a youth baseball/softball training center and Crossfit gym–was a total loss.
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