FIRE - SMOKE INVESTIGATION INDOORS
Btwn FERRY ST & BRIDGE ST
BCE46, BCQ46, 17-5, RE17, Q46, E46
Dispatched 11:05 AM
ETA
6m
DIST
1.5mi
HYD
NO
PREPLAN
N
Dispatch
RE17 ADVISED OF SOMETHING BURNING COMMAND FIRE 2 OPERATIONS FIRE 8
Caller: RE17
Temp
67°F
Wind
7 W
Conditions
Sunny
Humidity
47%
Size-Up Reference
Wind: 7mph W
No prior calls
No hydrant data available
Structure
Wood Frame Single Family Dwelling
Occupancy
Residential
Footprint
1,566 sq ft
Construction
Wood Frame
🚨 Incident Snapshot
moderateSmoke investigation indoors
Single-family residential, mixed-use block
Daylight, clear conditions
⚠️ Primary Risk Signals
Occupancy mismatch
Dispatch lists single-family dwelling but address hosts restaurant (de floret)
Confirm actual occupancy and use on arrival
Wood-frame construction
Fire spread potential if ignition source is active
Prioritize interior search and source identification
Urban setting with exposures
Adjacent structures on both sides
Monitor for lateral fire extension if fire is present
🌬️ Environmental Conditions
Wind 7 mph westerly
Clear, sunny conditions
Good visibility for exterior assessment
🔥 Fire Behavior Cue
Wood-frame structure with active smoke report
Small footprint limits ventilation options
Early interior confirmation critical
✔️ Confirm on Arrival
Smoke location and color
Visible from exterior, interior location, HVAC involvement vs localized source
Restaurant equipment status
Kitchen hood system, appliances, gas lines, recent activity
Occupancy confirmation
Whether structure is occupied, restaurant hours, staff present
🧠 Common Causes
Kitchen equipment malfunction or debris
HVAC system contamination or overheating
Electrical fault in walls or appliances
Debris or cooking residue in hood duct