Sheridan Fire-Rescue (SFR) responded to two structure fires overnight (Friday into Saturday July 22-23).
The first structure fire was reported just before 23:00 Friday night, July 22, at 1655 Holloway.
SFR Engine 2 (E-2) arrived on scene at 23:00 finding a single-story multiple-occupant duplex home with a moderate amount of fire and smoke showing from the exterior of one of the homes.
E-2’s crew deployed a preconnected handline to initiate fire attack starting on the exterior and then transitioning inside to control the main body of fire.
E-2’s crew performed a rapid search of the occupancy to verify that all the residents had safely evacuated the building and then focused efforts on containing the fire.
With the main body of fire knocked down and under control in about 15 minutes, the firefighter’s efforts were directed to salvage, overhaul, and limit any further extension of fire or smoke to other areas of the building.
Crews remained on scene until 01:01.
Sheridan Police Department (SPD) officers and Sheridan County Sheriff’s deputies assisted the fire crew with confirming all residents were out of the home and providing traffic control.
Rocky Mountain Ambulance responded to standby for civilian and firefighter safety.
Goose Valley Fire Department responded to provide additional personnel.
Big Horn Fire Department was requested to standby at SFR’s fire station due to the initial complexity of the incident.
MDU had a technician on scene to isolate and evaluate any electrical or natural gas concerns.
The second structure fire was reported at 02:06 at 160 W. 6th St. E-2’s crew arrived on scene at 02:09 and found a majority of fire on the rear exterior of the home extending inside and to an adjacent detached garage.
E-2’s crew quickly worked to contain the fire and safely remove 4 dogs from the residence.
The fire was brought under control in 30 minutes as additional personnel arrived.
The crews worked diligently checking for extension of fire into adjacent areas of the buildings.
The building was systematically ventilated and overhauled to remove all residual smoke,heat, and the potential for rekindle.
Crews remained on scene until 04:04.
Both fire scenes were turned over to SFR Origin and Cause Investigators and are currently under investigation.
Six people are currently displaced due to the extent of damage to both occupancies.
No civilians, pets, or emergency personnel were injured during these fires.
SFR continues to stress the importance of having working smoke alarms and closing doors when evacuating from a structure fire.
A working smoke alarm notifies occupants early during a fire allowing a quick evacuation and a closed door creates a compartment that limits the fresh air the fire needs to continue to grow.
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Last modified: July 23, 2022