At 12:00hrs on Nov. 13, the HVFC#1 and the Vigilance Hose Company(F50) were alerted for a dwelling fire at 709 Brandywine Rd. Engine 5312 responded with a crew of 4, while Tower 5021 also responded. Upon arrival, Firefighter Suhr established 53 command and confirmed a smoldering electrical fire in the kitchen. Firefighters were assigned to the kitchen for fire suppression, with firefighters from Station 50 assigned to fire suppression and to prepare for roof operations. Station 50 was dispatched for one engine to standby at the hydrant for water supply. The fire was quickly contained and extinquished. Firefighters remained on scene to overhaul the kitchen to confirm no extension of fire. The lone resident of the home was taken to the Hecktown Ambulance Corps building to await the arrival of family before returning to the home.
