Memphis Family Displaced Due to Blaze Caused by Electrical Wiring

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The Memphis Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire at 2817 Brewer Avenue, Monday, January 30, 2012 at 11:31 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene at 11:35 p.m., firefighters reported fire visible from the one story wood-frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately.

Fourteen (14) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately thirty (30) emergency response personnel ultimately responded to the call. Battalion Chief C. Cooper was the commanding officer of this incident. The fire was brought under control at 11:40 p.m. There were no firefighter or civilian injuries.

It has not been determined if the residence had a working smoke detector. The structure sustained smoke, fire and water damage. Total damage is estimated at $20,000 structure and $15,000 contents. The origin and cause of the fire was determined to be faulty electrical wiring in the living room area. The American Red Cross provided assistance for two (2) adults and one (1) child.

The Memphis Fire Department urges all citizens to maintain a working smoke detector in their place of residence. Any City of Memphis resident can apply for a free smoke detector by contacting the Fire Museum of Memphis at (901) 636-5650. Always have a plan of escape in case there is a fire. Also remember that 9-1-1 is for emergencies only. For all other FIRE/EMS NON-EMERGENCY issues please dial (901) 458-8281.



Author:Memphis Fire Department Press Release