FIRE ALARM (LOC)
26 W BRIDGE ST · Btwn: N MAIN ST & STOCKTON AVE/
ETA
3m
DIST
0.9mi
HYD
84ft
PREPLAN
N
PRIOR
4
Temp
90°F
Wind
9 WNW
Conditions
Sunny
Humidity
55%
Prior Calls at This Address (3)
2 of 3 priors were alarm activations · 2 in last 6 months · no actual fires
Radio Size-Up
[UNIT] is on scene at VILLA VITO RESTAURANT,
2-story ordinary restaurant,
approximately 60 by 90,
nothing in evidence, out investigating.
Reference
Wind: 9mph WNW
4 prior calls at this address
Hydrant 32 — 84ft S
Structure
Ordinary Restaurant w/ Liquor
Occupancy
Assembly
Footprint
5,594 sq ft
Construction
Ordinary
Dispatch
BASEMENT SMOKE DET #2
Caller: AFA
Water Supply
S
19C West Bridge Street New Hope
S
11 West Bridge Street New Hope
Behind 11 W. Bridge St.
🚨 Incident Snapshot
moderateFire alarm activation — basement smoke detector
Restaurant with liquor license, 5,594 sq ft
2 prior alarms at this location (7/2/2026 cancelled en route)
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Alarm history
2 prior activations suggest nuisance potential
Confirm actual smoke/fire on arrival — basement access may be limited
Assembly occupancy
Restaurant during daytime service — occupants present
Ensure evacuation if fire confirmed
Kitchen fire potential
Basement smoke detector activation may indicate HVAC return issue or actual basement fire
Check for cooking exhaust backflow or electrical fault
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
90°F, 9 mph WNW wind, sunny
Wind direction away from main exposures
No weather concern to fire spread
🔥 Fire Behavior Cue
Basement activation in restaurant — HVAC recirculation or electrical concern most likely
Smoke travel may use return ducts; visual confirmation critical before dismissal
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Smoke/fire condition
Visual from Bridge St approach — any visible smoke, flame, or HVAC discharge
Occupant evacuation
Confirm diners and kitchen staff evacuated
Account for basement access — staff may be unaware
Basement location
Locate smoke detector #2 and HVAC return pathways
Determine if actual fire or nuisance alarm
🧠 Common Causes
Kitchen exhaust backflow into basement return
Electrical fault in basement mechanical/storage area
Cooking smoke recirculation via HVAC
Field Notes