LCFC Assists with Tractor-Trailer Fire on PA Turnpike

Shortly before 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 25, Ludwigs Corner Fire Company was dispatched to assist the Lionville Fire Company with a tractor-trailer fire on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Engine 73-5 responded with a crew of five and arrived to find crews from Engine 47-2 and Engine 47-5 already on scene with the majority of the fire knocked down.

Upon arrival, the Engine 73-5 crew was assigned to assist with overhaul operations. Part of the crew worked alongside Station 47 firefighters to create an opening in the side of the trailer, providing improved access to the contents inside. At the same time, the remainder of the crew accessed the top of the trailer and cut an opening in the roof, allowing water to be flowed from above to reach remaining hot spots.

Engine 73-5 also supplied its tank water to Engine 47-5 to support the continued overhaul effort.

Crews remained on scene until the remaining hot spots were extinguished and overhaul operations were completed. Engine 73-5 cleared the scene shortly before 8:30 a.m.