Amador County – The City of Ione Fire Department responded to two separate residential structure fires over the weekend, with combined damages estimated at $200,000. On Saturday, May 1 at 4:55 pm, crews responded to reports of a structure fire at 126 Shakey Lane. Upon arrival, they found smoke and fire coming from the kitchen area of the residence. The fire was quickly extinguished through the combined efforts of 18 Ione firefighters and 2 support units utilizing three fire engines. One fire engine was from the Mule Creek Fire Department. The American Red Cross was able to assist the occupants with temporary housing and supplies. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental. On Monday, May 3 at 3:29 pm, a second structure fire was reported at 612 Nuner Drive. Responders included crews from the City of Ione Fire Department, Mule Creek Fire Department, Jackson Valley Fire District, CalFire and the Amador Fire Protection District. On arrival, crews found heavy fire coming from the roof and rear half of the building. The fire was knocked down within 10 minutes of the first arriving units and damage was contained to the structure. No one was reported at the residence at the time of the fire, and damage is estimated at $180,000. One Ione Firefighter received minor injuries and a burn during the initial fire attack. The man was treated on scene by the American Legion Ambulance Service and then transported to Sutter Amador Hospital’s Emergency Room where he was treated and released. He is currently at home and expected to make a fast recovery. A total of 7 fire engines and 4 support units, along with 35 fire personnel were on scene for the blaze. The cause of the second fire is currently under investigation. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Thursday, 06 May 2010 06:10
Ione Firefighters Respond to Two Structure Fires Over Weekend
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Amador County – The City of Ione Fire Department responded to two separate residential structure fires over the weekend, with combined damages estimated at $200,000. On Saturday, May 1 at 4:55 pm, crews responded to reports of a structure fire at 126 Shakey Lane. Upon arrival, they found smoke and fire coming from the kitchen area of the residence. The fire was quickly extinguished through the combined efforts of 18 Ione firefighters and 2 support units utilizing three fire engines. One fire engine was from the Mule Creek Fire Department. The American Red Cross was able to assist the occupants with temporary housing and supplies. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental. On Monday, May 3 at 3:29 pm, a second structure fire was reported at 612 Nuner Drive. Responders included crews from the City of Ione Fire Department, Mule Creek Fire Department, Jackson Valley Fire District, CalFire and the Amador Fire Protection District. On arrival, crews found heavy fire coming from the roof and rear half of the building. The fire was knocked down within 10 minutes of the first arriving units and damage was contained to the structure. No one was reported at the residence at the time of the fire, and damage is estimated at $180,000. One Ione Firefighter received minor injuries and a burn during the initial fire attack. The man was treated on scene by the American Legion Ambulance Service and then transported to Sutter Amador Hospital’s Emergency Room where he was treated and released. He is currently at home and expected to make a fast recovery. A total of 7 fire engines and 4 support units, along with 35 fire personnel were on scene for the blaze. The cause of the second fire is currently under investigation. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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