FIRE ALARM (LOC)
6 HILLCREST CIR · Btwn: CRESTWOOD CIR
ETA
8m
DIST
3.7mi
HYD
NO
PREPLAN
N
PRIOR
5
Temp
74°F
Wind
12 WNW
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Humidity
48%
Prior Calls at This Address (4)
3 of 4 priors were alarm activations · 2 in last 6 months · no actual fires
⚠️ LIMITED ACCESS LOCATION ⚠️
Radio Size-Up
[UNIT] is on scene,
2-story wood frame residential,
approximately 50 by 75, limited access, long driveway,
nothing in evidence, out investigating.
Reference
Zone: TYPE:
Wind: 12mph WNW → fire spreads ESE
5 prior calls at this address
Rural water supply — tanker dispatched
Structure
Wood Frame Single Family Dwelling
Occupancy
Residential
Footprint
3,833 sq ft
Construction
Wood Frame
Dispatch
CATEGORY:FIRE. LOCATION TYPE:
Caller: TION SERVI CES ID:SH GUARDIAN PROTEC
🚨 Incident Snapshot
moderateFire alarm activation
Single-family residential, wood frame
3 prior alarms — 2 detector malfunctions, 1 CO alarm
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Alarm history pattern
Two prior smoke detector malfunctions suggest possible detector sensitivity or wiring issues
Confirm alarm type and location on arrival
Carbon monoxide history
CO alarm activated 5/9/2026 — check HVAC and combustion appliances
If occupants report symptoms, evacuate and ventilate immediately
Rural residential access
Long driveway, setback from road — confirm apparatus positioning
Ensure turnaround clearance for tanker
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
Wind 12 mph WNW
Mostly sunny, low humidity
Minimal fire spread concern if exterior brush involved
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Alarm activation
Type (smoke, heat, CO), location (basement, kitchen, bedrooms), occupant report
Occupant status
Present, evacuated, or unaware — ask about alarm history and recent work/maintenance
Detector condition
Visual check for loose wiring, tampered units, or false-alarm indicators
🧠 Common Causes
Detector malfunction or low battery
Cooking smoke or steam activation
HVAC or combustion appliance issue
Unintentional activation during testing
Field Notes