A vehicle blocking a fire hydrant delayed firefighters’ access to water during the Park Avenue fire early Tuesday morning, the Lakewood Fire Department said. The vehicle was issued a summons.
“During this incident, a fire hydrant needed for firefighting operations was blocked by a parked vehicle, causing a delay in accessing the water supply. The vehicle was issued a summons,” the department said.
Firefighters responded to Park Avenue just after 1:30 a.m., after nearby residents reported the fire. Units arrived in approximately three minutes, according to the department.
“Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a fire that had spread across multiple floors and involved two apartments. Crews quickly deployed hoselines and worked to bring the fire under control, limiting further fire spread,” the department said.
The department reported no injuries among civilians or firefighters. Neighbors and police rushed residents to safety during the blaze.
“Blocked fire hydrants create unnecessary delays during emergencies when every second matters. Firefighters depend on immediate access to hydrants to establish a water supply and control fires,” the department said.
“Never park in front of or block a fire hydrant. Keeping hydrants clear can make a critical difference during an emergency.”
Whats up with the bad mouthing lately of your fellow brothers? Cut it out its disgusting it doesnt lead to good
They should have done what they do in other places. Crack the car windows and send the hose right through.
A fire is no joking matter. There are a bunch of basic rules to follow; Don’t drive over hoses, don’t park near a fire hydrant, and shovel away all snow from hydrants in the winter. See also:
thelakewoodscoop.com/news/incident-prompts-important-safety-message-from-the-lfd
thelakewoodscoop.com/news/an-important-message-from-the-lakewood-fire-department/
Just a ticket????
Pop 2 windows or push the vehicle with the firetruck or impound the vehicle!!!!
As the article said ” the parked vehicle caused delays…inexcusable!!!