Friday, March 29, 2013

Structure Fire, Hyrum

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Hyrum, Utah March 29, 2013 The Hyrum Fire Department responded to a working structure fire located at 7277 South Hwy 165 in Cache County at 11:37AM.

The first arriving units found heavy fire coming from the carport which extended into the home and attic space. 

Fire officials requested a 2^nd alarm and a tender task force do to the lack of water supply in the unincorporated part of Cache County. Additional crews found heavy smoke in the structure and where able to extinguish the fire in the lower and upper floors of the structure. 

The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Damages are estimated at 100,000 dollars.

Jason Winn

Fire Marshal

Cache County Fire District

(435)-755-1674

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 Structure Fire

Logan, Utah – February 27, 2012 – The activation of a properly working fire sprinkler system, fire alarm system and the quick action of Logan Firefighters worked together to avoid disaster in a new building on the Utah State University campus.   Last night Logan Fire Department with automatic aid agencies responded to a fire alarm and a 911 call to the College of Agriculture Building, 510 North 900 East at approx. 8:12 pm.

 

Upon arrival the fire department found moderate amounts of smoke coming from a lab in the basement of the building.  At the time of the fire the building was not occupied by staff and students.  The activation of a single fire sprinkler head had contained the fire within a single room.  Firefighters extended hose lines using the building’s standpipe system to the room and extinguished the remaining fire.  Firefighters stopped the water flowing from the single activated fire sprinkler head and helped to remove water from the building.  Damage was limited to one room.

The cause of the fire, under the investigation of the Utah State Fire Marshal’ Office, was determined to be accidental and ignited by combustible material that had been placed too close to a heater, which was part of a science experiment.  Although there was little fire damage, there was significant water damage, total damage was estimated at $25,000.00   No injuries or exposures to other structures were reported.

It is unknown at this time if the fire will effect classes or operation in the building today.

Contact:

 Craig Humphreys, Fire Marshal

Logan City Fire Department
76 East 200 North
Logan, Utah 84321
435-716-9515 Office

 

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Logan Tabernacle

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Fire Alarm at Logan Tabernacle

Logan, Utah – February 26, 2012 – Sunday night at 9:34 pm the Logan Fire Department with automatic aid agencies responded to a general alarm at 50 North Main Logan, the LDS Tabernacle.  

Upon arrival the fire department found a slight odor of smoke.  The fire department evacuated a small number of occupants that were remaining in the building after an event.  Firefighters made a complete check of the building including the attic space and mechanical rooms.  No fire or source of the odor was found throughout the building.  The cause of the odor continues to be under investigation by the building owners representatives.

 No injuries to any occupants were reported.

Contact:

Craig Humphreys, Fire Marshal
Logan City Fire Department
76 East 200 North
Logan, Utah 84321
435-716-9515 Office

 

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Thursday, February 14, 2013

Structure Fire, Clarkston

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Clarkston, Utah February 14, 2013 The Clarkston Fire Department with automatic aid from Trenton, Lewiston, Newton and the Cache County Fire District  responded to a structure fire located at 285 North Main St in Clarkston at 1:31 AM.

First arriving units found smoke coming from a single family dwelling. Crews made entry into the home and found light smoke. Crews were able to locate and extinguish the fire that originated in the wall behind the fire place.

Damages estimated at 7,000 dollars.

Jason Winn

Fire Marshal

Cache County Fire District

(435) 755-1674

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 Fire Prevention in Cold Weather

Logan, Utah - Jan. 14, 2013 - According to the Home Safety Council, each year in the United States 240,000 home fires occur as most households use gas, wood, kerosene, propane or other fuels as their major heating source. Burning these fuels releases potentially fatal carbon monoxide (CO) fumes. Every year, exposure to dangerous levels of CO results in more than 100,000 medical visits and 300 home poisoning deaths in the U.S.

The following tips can help you avoid tragedy this winter:

* Install a smoke alarm and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on every level of your home and near sleeping areas and make sure to keep them in good working order. Carbon monoxide is a silent killer.

* Never use a gas or charcoal barbecue grill inside to heat your home or any enclosed area.

* Never using a cooking stove to heat your home.

* Turn off space heaters before leaving a room or going to sleep.

* Establish a fire escape plan with at least two means of exit from every room.

If there is a fire hydrant near your house, help keep it clear of snow and debris. The fire department needs to be able to access it in case of a fire.

Other helpful cold weather tips:

Fireplaces & Wood Stoves

• Never leave a fire unattended.
• Have your chimney and fireplace inspected annually by a certified chimney sweep. They will check for creosote build-up, cracks, crumbling bricks, and obstructions.
• Never burn charcoal indoors. It can give off lethal amounts of carbon monoxide when burned.
• Place ashes outdoors in a covered metal container at least three feet away from anything that could burn.

Portable Heaters

• Make sure you have at least 36 inches of empty space between all heaters and everything else, like curtains, furniture, papers, and people.
• Never leave children unattended in rooms with portable heaters.
• Be sure the heater has a tip-over shut off function.
• Never use an extension cord with portable electric heaters. It is a common cause of fires.
• Check the cord on your electric portable heater. If it is cracked or frayed or gets hot, have the heater serviced.
• Be sure to turn portable heaters off when leaving the house or sleeping.

Furnace

• Leave furnace work to experts. Have a qualified technician check and clean the input and controls every year.   
• Always keep trash, papers, paint, etc. away from the furnace area.

Cold Weather Fire Safety

• If your pipes freeze, do not try to thaw them with a blowtorch or other open flame. The pipe could conduct heat and a fire could be started. Try a hand held dryer, hot water or a UL labeled device for thawing.

Escape Planning

• Plan a fire escape plan with your family.
• Make sure all family members are familiar with the plan.
• Practice your escape plan at least twice a year. It is good to practice in the winter so you know what to do in cold weather.

Remember, more fires occur during the winter months than at any other time of year. However, most fires can be avoided by taking a few simple precautions. Now that you have carefully read through these tips, it's time to make sure your home is fire safe so you can have a warm, worry-free winter!

Contact:

Craig Humphreys, Fire Marshal
Logan City Fire Department
76 East 200 North
Logan, Utah 84321
435-716-9515 Office

 

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Mobile home fire in Smithfield

SMITHFIELD, Utah -- An attempt to thaw pipes resulted in a fire that caused approximately $30,000 damage to a trailer home and its contents this morning (January 3, 2013) in Smithfield.

At about 10:46 a.m., firefighters from Smithfield, North Logan, Logan and Cache County responded to a fire at 610 W. 100 North. The first arriving officers reported seeing smoke and flames coming from the mobile home.

Smithfield Fire Chief Jay Downs said the fire started in a small utility closet that housed the water heater and furnace. The fire extended into the adjacent bedroom and bathroom before firefighters brought it under control. No one was injured.

Downs said the cause of the fire was a heat gun that was being used to thaw pipes. The device is typically used to remove paint and decals.

Mike Weibel, a battalion chief with Smithfield Fire Department, said this is a good opportunity to remind people not to leave portable heating devices unattended. For more heating safety tips, visit www.smithfieldfire.org

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Structure Fire, Paradise

For Immediate Release

Paradise, Utah December 23, 2012 The Paradise Fire Department with automatic aid from Hyrum, Wellsville and the Cache County Fire District responded to a structure fire located at 1215 East 8412 South Paradise at approximately 4:17 AM.

The first arriving units found light smoke in the structure. Units were able to access the attic and extinguish a small fire. The fire had burned some insulation and burned through a truss. 

The cause of the fire was electrical. Damages are estimated at 5,000 dollars.

Troy Fredrickson

Fire Chief

Paradise Fire Department

(435) 770-6099

Jason Winn

Fire Marshal

Cache County Fire District

(435) 755-1674