Despite having one engine tied up with a traffic collision, firefighters from the Susanville Fire Department managed to mount a quick response and keep a downtown vegetation fire at one-quarter of an acre.
Shortly after noon on July 12th, according to details provided by the SFD, firefighters were dispatched to the area of Robb’s Way and Riverside Drive for a report of a vegetation fire.
“CalFire E-2261, U-2251 and B-2217 were first to arrive on scene along with Susanville Chief 600 and Assistant Chief 601,” explains SFD Assistant Chief Tom Hernandez.
At the moment the City of Susanville is down an engine because of mechanical problems and City Truck 1 was committed to a traffic collision that occurred ten minutes prior to the reported fire.
“Susanville seasonal firefighters, off-duty firefighters and volunteer staff responded in E-628 and assisted with mop-up and complete extinguishment of the fire. The fire was caused by transients in the area, and the ignition source was undetermined.”
The forward progression of the fire stopped at .25 acres.
“The SFD was supported by CalFire, Susanville Police Department and Susan River Fire Protection District. There were no firefighter injuries. As a reminder due to the excessive heat and dry brush, be safe with items that can start a fire such as discarded cigarettes and sparks from power equipment.”
