All-Hands Basement Fire in Tabernacle

On March 12, 2023, Taskforce 43 was dispatched reports of black smoke coming from the basement of a home. Lieutenant Harrison arrived and confirmed an active basement fire. He placed all companies in service and reported that all human occupants were out of the dwelling, but there were several trapped pets. Chief Mitchell and Deputy Chief Watson III rescued two dogs from the second floor. The fire was brought undercontrol quickly and damage was contained to the basement. No injuries were reported. FM43 is investigating the cause of the fire.

- Fire News photos by Dave Hernandez