On February 24, 2008, members of Local 2687 [4th Platoon] responded to a structure fire on Goodrich Street in Hamden Connecticut.  Dispatch reported heavy smoke showing from a 2 1/2 wood frame home, uknown occupancy.  Arriving first on the scene in their district, Engine 2 encountered heavy fire conditions on the first floor.  An aggressive interior fire attack was initiated, with a primary search.

In the photo below, Engine 2 operator Doug O'Rourke looks Eastward on Goodrich Street toward Engine 3.  Engine 3 is laying a 5" supply line.  Smoke can be seen coming from the front door and windows of the first floor, as the fire is attacked.  A primary search is underway.  Witnesses on scene reported someone jumping from a window prior to the arrival of the Fire Department.

The fire spread was confined to the first floor of the ballon-frame structure; however there was heat and smoke damage throughout.  Hamden firefighters were able to rescue two dogs from the house.  Unfortunately, a third dog perished as a result of the fire.

The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Fire Marshal's office.  

 The video below shows the response and arrival of HFD Truck 1.