Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Cause of structure fire at 14th and Byers still under investigation


(From the Joplin Fire Department)

At 8:53AM, Ladder 1A, Engine 2A, Engine 4A, Rescue 1A, Battalion 1A, and Engine 3A on second alarm responded to the area of 14th and Byers for a reported fully involved structure fire. 

Upon arrival crews encountered a heavily involved 2 story garage style apartment with power lines down near the structure. 













Crews made a defensive attack on the fire protecting nearby buildings and were able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries and a cause to the fire is still under investigation. 

JFD was assisted by Joplin Police Department, Metro Emergency Transport System, and Joplin Public Works.
 
Special thanks to Liberty Utilities for a quick response and assistance in controlling the downed power lines.

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