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Branford: Fire Incidents in 2006, Connecticut (CT)

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2006 National Fire Incident Reporting System Incidents:
  • Fire: 90
  • Hazardous Condition: 105
  • Service Call: 2
  • Good Intent Call: 2

2006 National Fire Incident Reporting System Incidents per 100,000 population

Incident types - Branford

Incident types - Connecticut

Location: Laurel Hill Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 31,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 01/01/2006 18:30,  Arrival Time: 01/01/2006 18:38,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/01/2006 18:46
Action taken: Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.
Location: Dudley Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 54,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 01/02/2006 10:36,  Arrival Time: 01/02/2006 10:43,  Controlled Time: 01/02/2006 10:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/02/2006 11:08
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 113,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Trash or rubbish fire in a structure, with no flame damage to structure or its contents.
Alarm Time: 01/03/2006 11:41,  Arrival Time: 01/03/2006 11:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/03/2006 12:25
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Monticello Drive, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 371,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Chimney or flue fire originating in and confined to a chimney or flue.
Alarm Time: 01/07/2006 12:31,  Arrival Time: 01/07/2006 17:25,  Controlled Time: 01/07/2006 17:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/07/2006 18:00
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Incident command. Includes providing support to incident command activities.
Location: Northford Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 821,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 00:16,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 00:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 00:50
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Brookhills Rd/ Queach Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 826,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 00:49,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 00:52,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 01:19
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Whiting Farm Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 827,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 01:31,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 01:41,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 01:55
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Meadow St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 834,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 02:47,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 02:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 03:04
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Ark Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 838,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 03:42,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 04:30,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 04:39
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Rose Street, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 842,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 04:06,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 04:39,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 04:40
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 844,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 04:36,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 04:45,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 04:56
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Spring Rock Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 846,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 04:48,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 04:59,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 05:22
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 850,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 05:12,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 05:31,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 05:40
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 882,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 01/15/2006 16:53,  Arrival Time: 01/15/2006 16:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/15/2006 17:13
Action taken: Secure property. Includes property conservation activities such as covering broken windows or holes in roofs.
Location: Briarwood La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 978,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 01/16/2006 23:32,  Arrival Time: 01/16/2006 23:37,  Controlled Time: 01/16/2006 23:47,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/17/2006 00:10
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Search for lost or missing person. Includes animals.
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Cigarette,  Item First Ignited: Bedding
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
  • Abandoned or discarded materials or products
  • Possibly mentally disabled
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 168
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1156,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Fire
Alarm Time: 01/19/2006 19:16,  Arrival Time: 01/19/2006 19:27,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/19/2006 19:52
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Location: Main St Lot 44 , Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1252,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Fire in mobile home used as a fixed residence. Includes mobile homes when not in transit and used as a structure for residential purposes; and manufactured homes built on a permanent chassis.
Alarm Time: 01/21/2006 01:59,  Arrival Time: 01/21/2006 02:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/21/2006 04:53
Fire Service Injuries: 1,  Property Value: $23000,  Property Loss: $23000,  Contents Value: $10000,  Contents Loss: $10000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Search for lost or missing person. Includes animals.
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Candle,  Item First Ignited: Bedding
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Heat source too close to combustibles.)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 480,  Stories with Damage: 1 Extreme
Fire Fighter Casualty:  Age: 37,  Gender: Male,  Usual Assignment: Suppression, included are hazmat, rescue, & IC,  Physical Condition: Rested,  Severity: Report only, including exposure,  Activity: Handling charged hose lines,  Cause: Slip/trip,  Where: At scene, in structure,  Injured: Knee,  Factor Contributing: Uneven surface, included are holes in the ground,  Relation to Structure: Inside/On Structure,  Object Involved: Hose, charged,  Specific Location: In structure, excluding attic, roof, or wall
Location: Interstate 95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1324,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 01/22/2006 08:05,  Arrival Time: 01/22/2006 08:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/22/2006 08:41
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Atomized liquid, vaporized liquid, aerosol.
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Leak or break)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Dodge,  Model: Ram van,  Year: 1988,  License Plate: 7131MT ME,  VIN No: 2B6HB21Y0KK31494
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1337,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 01/22/2006 12:49,  Arrival Time: 01/22/2006 12:52,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/22/2006 13:16
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Location: Church St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1409,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 01/23/2006 18:42,  Arrival Time: 01/23/2006 18:46,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/23/2006 19:23
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Hazardous condition, other.
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Hotchkiss Grove Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1416,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 01/23/2006 19:23,  Arrival Time: 01/23/2006 19:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/23/2006 20:12
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes,  Hazardous Material Released: Diesel fuel or fuel oil, vehicle fuel tank or portable storage container less than 55 gallons.
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Identification, analysis of hazardous materials.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Released From: Outside of structure,  Population Density: Suburban - Predominantly single family residential,  Cause of Release: Container or containment failure,  Disposition: Released to federal agency,  Actions Taken: Refer to proper authority,  ,  ,  Factors Contributing To Release: Other part failure, leak, or break
Location: Interstate 95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1966,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 02/01/2006 07:31,  Arrival Time: 02/01/2006 07:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/01/2006 08:00
Property Value: $10000,  Property Loss: $6000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Chevrolet,  Model: Pick up,  Year: 1991,  License Plate: 8CR-680 CT,  VIN No: 1GCCT14Z4M2260043
Location: Business Park Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 1968,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 02/01/2006 07:59,  Arrival Time: 02/01/2006 08:04,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/01/2006 08:37
Property Value: $3000,  Property Loss: $3000
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Penn Cir, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2056,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 02/02/2006 14:05,  Arrival Time: 02/02/2006 14:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/02/2006 15:23
Property Loss: $3000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Linen
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Equipment Involved: Kitchen & cooking equipment, other,  Power: Electrical, other,  Portability: Stationary
Structure Type: Open structure,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1800,  Stories with Damage: 1 Minor
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Business Park Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2139,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 02/03/2006 19:24,  Arrival Time: 02/03/2006 19:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/03/2006 19:47
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes,  Hazardous Material Released: Natural gas, slow leak, no evacuation or HazMat actions taken.
Actions taken:
  • Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2191,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Vehicle accident, general cleanup. Includes incidents where FD is dispatched after the accident to clear away debris. Excludes extrication from vehicle and flammable liquid spills.
Alarm Time: 02/04/2006 15:55,  Arrival Time: 02/04/2006 15:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/04/2006 16:28
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Provide first aid and check for injuries. Medical evaluation of patient.
Location: Maple St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2457,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 02/09/2006 07:53,  Arrival Time: 02/09/2006 08:01,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/09/2006 08:07
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Determine if the materials released are nonhazardous through product identification and environmental monitoring.
Location: Cherry Hill Rd/North North Main S, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2543,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 02/10/2006 09:46,  Arrival Time: 02/10/2006 09:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/10/2006 10:16
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Fitzgerald La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2691,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 02/12/2006 17:15,  Arrival Time: 02/12/2006 17:23,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/12/2006 17:47
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Damascus Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 2995,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 02/17/2006 12:14,  Arrival Time: 02/17/2006 12:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/17/2006 15:04
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Bradley St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3255,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 02/21/2006 20:26,  Arrival Time: 02/21/2006 20:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/21/2006 20:56
Property Value: $4000,  Property Loss: $4000,  Contents Value: $1000,  Contents Loss: $1000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Operator/passenger area of transportation equip.,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Pontiac,  Model: Grand Am,  Year: 1994,  License Plate: 993-SND CT,  VIN No: 1G2NE5538RC825310
Location: School Ground Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3442,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 02/24/2006 19:41,  Arrival Time: 02/24/2006 19:47,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/24/2006 20:11
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Fire control or extinguishment, other.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Arc from faulty contact, broken conductor)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 1
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Fire too small to operate
Location: Acorn Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3495,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 02/25/2006 16:20,  Arrival Time: 02/25/2006 16:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/25/2006 17:13
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.
Location: Linden Avenue, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3514,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: V
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 02/25/2006 22:06,  Arrival Time: 02/25/2006 22:13,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/25/2006 22:58
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Brookhills Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3546,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Forest, woods, or wildland fire. Includes fires involving vegetative fuels, other than prescribed fire, that occur in an area in which development is essentially nonexistent, except for roads, railroads, power lines, and the like.
Alarm Time: 02/26/2006 15:08,  Arrival Time: 02/26/2006 15:15,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/26/2006 15:48
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Industrial Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3670,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 02/28/2006 16:46,  Arrival Time: 02/28/2006 16:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/28/2006 17:24
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Hazardous Material Released: Motor oil from engine or portable container less than 55 gallons.
Action taken: Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: West Main St E.H.Lin, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 3894,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 03/04/2006 19:21,  Arrival Time: 03/04/2006 19:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/04/2006 19:58
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4001,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 03/06/2006 18:52,  Arrival Time: 03/06/2006 18:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/06/2006 19:26
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Buick,  Model: regal,  Year: 2001,  VIN No: 264WF551611137629
Location: Little Bay La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4024,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 03/07/2006 08:45,  Arrival Time: 03/07/2006 08:49,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/07/2006 11:00
Civilian Deaths: 1,  Property Value: $650300,  Property Loss: $172300,  Contents Value: $70000,  Contents Loss: $40000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Search for lost or missing person. Includes animals.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Interior stairway or ramp
Cause of Ignition: Intentional
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 630

Arson Case Status: Investigation open,  Incendiary Devices: Ignitable liquid,  Initial Observations: Entry forced prior to FD arrival,  Other Investigative Information: Criminal/Civil actions pending,  Laboratory Used: State
Civilian Casualty:  Age: 39,  Gender: Female,  Race: White,  Affiliation: Civilian,  Severity: Death,  Activity: Escaping,  Location: Not in area of origin and not involved,  Cause: Exposed to fire products,  Symptom: Smoke inhalation,  Injured: Multiple body parts,  Specific Location: Corridor, mall,  Factors Contributing: Asleep
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4239,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 03/10/2006 20:03,  Arrival Time: 03/10/2006 20:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/10/2006 20:49
Property Loss: $1000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Worn out)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Ford,  Model: EXPLORER,  Year: 1989,  License Plate: 975LBV CT,  VIN No: 1FMCU14T6KUC06961
Location: Pawson Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4385,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 03/13/2006 09:29,  Arrival Time: 03/13/2006 09:38,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/13/2006 10:11
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Hazardous Material Released: Natural gas, slow leak, no evacuation or HazMat actions taken.
Actions taken:
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Standby.
Location: Damascus Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4398,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 03/13/2006 14:12,  Arrival Time: 03/13/2006 14:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/13/2006 14:34
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Connecticut Tnpk, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4453,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Combustible and flammable gas or liquid spills or leaks, other. Chemical release, reaction, or toxic condition
Alarm Time: 03/14/2006 11:09,  Arrival Time: 03/14/2006 11:15,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/14/2006 11:34
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Montoya Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4587,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 03/16/2006 21:22,  Arrival Time: 03/16/2006 21:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/16/2006 21:45
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Highway, parking lot, street: on or near,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Magazine, newspaper, writing paper
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Outside/open fire for debris or waste disposal)
Location: School Ground Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4850,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 03/21/2006 13:11,  Arrival Time: 03/21/2006 13:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/21/2006 13:30
Action taken: Identification, analysis of hazardous materials.
Location: Palmer Woods Cir, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 4954,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 03/23/2006 09:51,  Arrival Time: 03/23/2006 09:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/23/2006 10:18
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Commercial St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5160,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 03/26/2006 17:47,  Arrival Time: 03/26/2006 17:53,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/26/2006 18:25
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5239,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 03/28/2006 09:09,  Arrival Time: 03/28/2006 09:12,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/28/2006 09:42
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5253,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 03/28/2006 14:53,  Arrival Time: 03/28/2006 14:55,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/28/2006 15:35
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Operator/passenger area of transportation equip.,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Short circuit arc from defective, worn insulation)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Chevrolet,  Model: Pick up,  Year: 1999,  VIN No: IGCDT14X8X117214
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5266,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 03/28/2006 19:40,  Arrival Time: 03/28/2006 19:51,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/28/2006 20:38
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Shut down system. Includes shutting down water, gas, and fire alarm systems.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5273,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 03/28/2006 20:59,  Arrival Time: 03/28/2006 21:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/28/2006 21:14
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Brookhills Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5329,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Fuel burner/boiler, delayed ignition or malfunction, where flames cause no damage outside the fire box.
Alarm Time: 03/30/2006 00:18,  Arrival Time: 03/30/2006 00:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/30/2006 00:57
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5396,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Prescribed fire. Includes fires ignited by management actions to meet specific objectives and have a written, approved prescribed fire plan prior to ignition. Excludes authorized controlled burning.
Alarm Time: 03/30/2006 21:26,  Arrival Time: 03/30/2006 21:39,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/30/2006 21:50
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Monticello Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5537,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 04/02/2006 14:17,  Arrival Time: 04/02/2006 14:23,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/02/2006 15:15
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Appliance housing or casing
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
  • Improper container or storage
  • Heat source too close to combustibles.
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1400
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Failed to Operate,  Failure Reason: Battery missing or disconnected
Location: Briarwood La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5683,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 04/04/2006 22:10,  Arrival Time: 04/04/2006 22:14,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/04/2006 22:23
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Ridge Acres Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5691,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Road freight or transport vehicle fire. Includes commercial freight hauling vehicles and contractor vans or trucks. Examples are moving trucks, plumber vans, and delivery trucks.
Alarm Time: 04/05/2006 04:19,  Arrival Time: 04/05/2006 04:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/05/2006 05:30
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cargo/trunk area - all vehicles,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Rubbish, trash, or waste
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Mobile Property Involved: Not involved in ignition, but burned
Location: Pawson Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5762,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Authorized controlled burning. Includes fires that are agricultural in nature and managed by the property owner. Excludes unauthorized controlled burning and prescribed fires.
Alarm Time: 04/06/2006 11:10,  Arrival Time: 04/06/2006 11:22,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/06/2006 11:30
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Enforce fire code and other codes. Includes response to public complaints and abatement of code violations.
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5776,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 04/06/2006 15:06,  Arrival Time: 04/06/2006 15:12,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/06/2006 15:25
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Location: Maple St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5788,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Rail vehicle fire. Includes all rail cars, including intermodal containers and passenger cars that are mounted on a rail car.
Alarm Time: 04/06/2006 18:20,  Arrival Time: 04/06/2006 18:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/06/2006 19:18
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Operational deficiency, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Engine/locomotive - rail,  Make: Classic Vehicle
Location: Alps Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5933,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 04/09/2006 12:33,  Arrival Time: 04/09/2006 12:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/09/2006 16:59
Fire Service Injuries: 1,  Property Value: $111000,  Property Loss: $54000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Lumber, sawn wood
Area of Origin: Vehicle storage area
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation (Lack of fire barrier walls or doors)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above,  Square Feet: 1704,  Stories with Damage: 1 Significant
Fire Fighter Casualty:  Age: 42,  Gender: Male,  Severity: Report only, including exposure
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 5982,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 04/10/2006 13:24,  Arrival Time: 04/10/2006 13:27,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/10/2006 13:45
Action taken: Fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, other.
Location: Ozone Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6082,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 04/12/2006 09:05,  Arrival Time: 04/12/2006 09:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/12/2006 11:34
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Exterior wall covering or finish
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Heat source too close to combustibles.)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 3 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1500,  Stories with Damage: 2 Minor
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6102,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 04/12/2006 15:08,  Arrival Time: 04/12/2006 15:14,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/12/2006 15:28
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Highway, parking lot, street: on or near,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Patrick La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6210,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 04/14/2006 00:34,  Arrival Time: 04/14/2006 00:41,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/14/2006 00:54
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6221,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective or worn insulation.
Alarm Time: 04/14/2006 09:00,  Arrival Time: 04/14/2006 09:06,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/14/2006 10:20
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6318,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 04/15/2006 20:03,  Arrival Time: 04/15/2006 20:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/15/2006 21:35
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Buildings Involved #: 2,  Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Autos, trucks, buses, recreational vehicles
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Flammable liquid/gas - in/from engine or burner
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
  • Leak or break
  • Multiple persons involved
  • Act or omission, other
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Dodge,  Model: Ram van,  License Plate: 2948Z CT
Location: Pine Orchard Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6363,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 04/16/2006 18:03,  Arrival Time: 04/16/2006 18:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/16/2006 18:26
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Cadwell Pl, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6414,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 04/17/2006 14:46,  Arrival Time: 04/17/2006 14:51,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/17/2006 15:34
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Breezy La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6663,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 04/21/2006 15:10,  Arrival Time: 04/21/2006 15:16,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/21/2006 15:49
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Location: Connecticut Tnpk, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6676,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 04/21/2006 20:08,  Arrival Time: 04/21/2006 20:12,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/21/2006 20:22
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Sawdust, wood chips
Area of Origin: Exterior stairway, ramp, or fire escape,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Summit Pl, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6814,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 04/24/2006 10:41,  Arrival Time: 04/24/2006 10:44,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/24/2006 11:02
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Riverview Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 6820,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Fuel burner/boiler, delayed ignition or malfunction, where flames cause no damage outside the fire box.
Alarm Time: 04/24/2006 12:14,  Arrival Time: 04/24/2006 12:21,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/24/2006 13:13
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7080,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 04/28/2006 15:19,  Arrival Time: 04/28/2006 15:23,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/28/2006 15:33
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Highway, parking lot, street: on or near,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Commercial St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7083,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 04/28/2006 15:59,  Arrival Time: 04/28/2006 16:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/28/2006 16:51
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Maple St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7094,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 04/28/2006 17:54,  Arrival Time: 04/28/2006 17:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/28/2006 18:43
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Cooking materials, including edible materials
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Animal)
Equipment Involved: Range with or without oven, cooking surface,  Power: Natural gas or other lighter than air gas,  Portability: Stationary
Location: Applewood Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7137,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 04/29/2006 14:45,  Arrival Time: 04/29/2006 14:51,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/29/2006 15:15
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Ford,  Model: F-250,  Year: 1993,  License Plate: 3CK 180 CT,  VIN No: 1FTHF26H5PNB29035
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7139,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 04/29/2006 16:01,  Arrival Time: 04/29/2006 16:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/29/2006 16:13
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Highway, parking lot, street: on or near,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7187,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 04/30/2006 13:24,  Arrival Time: 04/30/2006 13:27,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/30/2006 13:37
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Heat Source: Chemical, natural heat source, other
Cause of Ignition: Act of nature
Location: Jefferson Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7395,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective or worn insulation.
Alarm Time: 05/03/2006 10:50,  Arrival Time: 05/03/2006 10:53,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/03/2006 11:18
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Wellsweep Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7561,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Outside equipment fire. Includes outside trash compactors, outside HVAC units, and irrigation pumps.
Alarm Time: 05/06/2006 09:53,  Arrival Time: 05/06/2006 10:00,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/06/2006 10:19
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Failure to clean)
Equipment Involved: Leaf blower,  Model: Kohler Command,  Serial No: 14707127,  Power: Gasoline,  Portability: Portable
Location: School Ground Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7758,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Vehicle accident, general cleanup. Includes incidents where FD is dispatched after the accident to clear away debris. Excludes extrication from vehicle and flammable liquid spills.
Alarm Time: 05/09/2006 12:58,  Arrival Time: 05/09/2006 13:00,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/09/2006 13:23
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 7863,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Fire
Alarm Time: 05/11/2006 12:08,  Arrival Time: 05/11/2006 12:21,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/11/2006 13:31
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Yowago Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8139,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 05/16/2006 08:22,  Arrival Time: 05/16/2006 08:33,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/16/2006 08:43
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8285,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 05/18/2006 12:54,  Arrival Time: 05/18/2006 13:01,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/18/2006 13:30
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes,  Hazardous Material Released: Motor oil from engine or portable container less than 55 gallons.
Actions taken:
  • Identification, analysis of hazardous materials.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Released From: Outside of structure,  Population Density: Suburban - Predominantly single family residential,  Cause of Release: Unintentional release,  Equipment Involved: Hydraulic equipment, other,  Disposition: Completed with fire service present,  Actions Taken: Hazmat spill control and confinement,  ,  ,  Factors Contributing To Release: Other part failure, leak, or break
Location: Interstate 95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8492,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 05/22/2006 00:31,  Arrival Time: 05/22/2006 00:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/22/2006 01:15
Property Loss: $12000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Operator/passenger area of transportation equip.
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Toyota,  Model: CAMRY,  License Plate: YHB-2611 VA
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8509,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 05/22/2006 09:28,  Arrival Time: 05/22/2006 09:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/22/2006 09:58
Action taken: Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Damberg Pl, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8548,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Outside equipment fire. Includes outside trash compactors, outside HVAC units, and irrigation pumps.
Alarm Time: 05/22/2006 18:24,  Arrival Time: 05/22/2006 18:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/22/2006 18:37
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Item First Ignited: Animal living or dead
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8597,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 05/23/2006 13:26,  Arrival Time: 05/23/2006 13:35,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/23/2006 13:47
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Coachman Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8693,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 05/24/2006 18:27,  Arrival Time: 05/24/2006 18:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/24/2006 20:10
Actions taken:
  • Incident command. Includes providing support to incident command activities.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other,  Item First Ignited: Soft goods, wearing apparel, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Equipment unattended)
Equipment Involved: Personal or household equipment, other,  Power: Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts),  Portability: Portable
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above,  Square Feet: 1120
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Helen, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8735,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 05/25/2006 11:53,  Arrival Time: 05/25/2006 12:15,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/25/2006 13:12
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Intentional
  • Flammable liquid used to kindle fire
  • Multiple persons involved
Location: Silver St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8850,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 05/26/2006 20:02,  Arrival Time: 05/26/2006 20:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/26/2006 20:20
Action taken: Systems and services, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8884,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 05/27/2006 02:27,  Arrival Time: 05/27/2006 02:37,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/27/2006 03:17
Property Loss: $12000,  Contents Loss: $5000
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Incident command. Includes providing support to incident command activities.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Mattress, pillow
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Equipment Involved: Heater, excluding catalytic and oil-filled heaters,  Brand: 000000,  Model: 000000,  Power: Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts),  Portability: Stationary
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above,  Square Feet: 7500,  Stories with Damage: 1 Significant
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery
AES Presence: Present,  Type: Wet pipe sprinkler,  Operation: Operated and Effective,  Sprinklers Operating: 2
Location: Arrowhead La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 8962,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 05/27/2006 22:17,  Arrival Time: 05/27/2006 22:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/27/2006 22:44
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 9076,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 05/29/2006 05:15,  Arrival Time: 05/29/2006 05:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/29/2006 05:41
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Featherbed La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 9600,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 06/05/2006 08:39,  Arrival Time: 06/05/2006 08:40,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/05/2006 09:09
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Released From: Outside of structure,  Cause of Release: Container or containment failure,  Disposition: Released to private agency
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 9737,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 06/07/2006 12:36,  Arrival Time: 06/07/2006 12:40,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/07/2006 13:42
Actions taken:
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Hopson Av/ Prospect St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 9743,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 06/07/2006 13:38,  Arrival Time: 06/07/2006 13:41,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/07/2006 13:55
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Monticello Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 9854,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 06/09/2006 20:11,  Arrival Time: 06/09/2006 20:19,  Controlled Time: 06/09/2006 20:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/09/2006 20:48
Property Value: $1000,  Property Loss: $1000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Information, investigation, and enforcement, other.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Cooking materials, including edible materials
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Equipment unattended)
Equipment Involved: Kitchen & cooking equipment, other,  Brand: General Electric,  Model: JHP56 0V7AD,  Serial No: DG237385M,  Power: Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts),  Portability: Stationary
Location: Brainerd Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10086,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 06/13/2006 16:14,  Arrival Time: 06/13/2006 16:22,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/13/2006 16:37
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Applewood Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10213,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Fuel burner/boiler, delayed ignition or malfunction, where flames cause no damage outside the fire box.
Alarm Time: 06/15/2006 10:51,  Arrival Time: 06/15/2006 10:55,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/15/2006 11:40
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10403,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 06/17/2006 12:01,  Arrival Time: 06/17/2006 12:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/17/2006 12:29
Property Value: $8000,  Property Loss: $5000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Flammable liquid/gas - uncontained
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Flammable liquid or gas spilled)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Nissan,  Model: Sentra,  Year: 2000,  License Plate: 797-KFN CT,  VIN No: 3N1CB51D5YL332006
Location: Indian Point Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10513,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Combustible and flammable gas or liquid spills or leaks, other. Chemical release, reaction, or toxic condition
Alarm Time: 06/18/2006 15:44,  Arrival Time: 06/18/2006 15:52,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/18/2006 17:09
Actions taken:
  • Information, investigation, and enforcement, other.
  • Assistance, other.
Location: Stannard Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10872,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Fire
Alarm Time: 06/24/2006 00:05,  Arrival Time: 06/24/2006 00:14,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/24/2006 00:26
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Florence Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 10889,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 06/24/2006 07:16,  Arrival Time: 06/24/2006 07:21,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/24/2006 07:47
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11020,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 06/26/2006 14:18,  Arrival Time: 06/26/2006 14:21,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/26/2006 14:40
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Unspecified short-circuit arc)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Jeep,  Model: Cherokee
Location: North Main Street, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11135,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 06/28/2006 08:20,  Arrival Time: 06/28/2006 08:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/28/2006 08:32
Action taken: Assistance, other.
Location: Buttermilk La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11182,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 06/28/2006 18:15,  Arrival Time: 06/28/2006 18:22,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/28/2006 18:31
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11333,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 06/30/2006 18:18,  Arrival Time: 06/30/2006 18:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/30/2006 18:59
Action taken: Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Side Hill Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11672,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 07/05/2006 01:37,  Arrival Time: 07/05/2006 01:44,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/05/2006 02:50
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Industrial Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11692,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 07/05/2006 09:44,  Arrival Time: 07/05/2006 09:52,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/05/2006 11:13
Hazardous Material Released: Diesel fuel or fuel oil, vehicle fuel tank or portable storage container less than 55 gallons.
Action taken: Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Linden Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 11955,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 07/08/2006 22:29,  Arrival Time: 07/08/2006 22:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/08/2006 22:53
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Industrial Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12270,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Road freight or transport vehicle fire. Includes commercial freight hauling vehicles and contractor vans or trucks. Examples are moving trucks, plumber vans, and delivery trucks.
Alarm Time: 07/13/2006 20:02,  Arrival Time: 07/13/2006 20:11,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/13/2006 20:31
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Fuel tank, fuel line,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Flammable liquid/gas - in/from engine or burner
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Leak or break)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition, but did not itself burn,  Type: Freight road transport vehicle, other,  Make: Freightliner,  License Plate: PVD 4209 OH
Location: Hemlock Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12279,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 07/13/2006 23:43,  Arrival Time: 07/13/2006 23:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/14/2006 00:45
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation
Mobile Property Involved: Not involved in ignition, but burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Jeep,  Model: Gran Cherokee,  Year: 2004,  License Plate: 911 TMT CT,  VIN No: 1J4GW48534C211637
Location: Tipping Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12319,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 07/14/2006 17:51,  Arrival Time: 07/14/2006 18:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/14/2006 18:26
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Whiting Farm Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12479,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Outside equipment fire. Includes outside trash compactors, outside HVAC units, and irrigation pumps.
Alarm Time: 07/17/2006 10:52,  Arrival Time: 07/17/2006 10:59,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/17/2006 11:18
Action taken: Information, investigation, and enforcement, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Machinery, tools, other
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Heat, spark from friction,  Item First Ignited: Conveyor belt, drive belt, V-belt
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Equipment Involved: Mulcher, grinder, chipper,  Brand: Dr Chipper,  Model: c18-CHP,  Serial No: 122240,  Power: Gasoline,  Portability: Portable
Location: Selden Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12617,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 07/19/2006 00:10,  Arrival Time: 07/19/2006 00:23,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/19/2006 00:40
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Stratton Way, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 12741,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 07/20/2006 09:18,  Arrival Time: 07/20/2006 09:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/20/2006 09:30
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Palmer Woods Cir, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13056,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 07/25/2006 09:05,  Arrival Time: 07/25/2006 09:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/25/2006 09:41
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: West Point Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13093,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 07/25/2006 15:54,  Arrival Time: 07/25/2006 16:00,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/25/2006 18:22
Fire Service Injuries: 2
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Emergency medical services, other.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Wall assembly,  Heat Source: Spark, ember or flame from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Structural member or framing
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Cutting, welding too close to combustible)
Equipment Involved: Cutting torch,  Power: Gas fuels, other,  Portability: Portable
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 400
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: No occupants
Fire Fighter Casualties:
  •  Age: 31,  Gender: Male,  Usual Assignment: Suppression, included are hazmat, rescue, & IC,  Severity: Treated by physician, not a lost-time injury,  Activity: Catching hydrant,  Cause: Contact with object (firefighter moved into/onto),  Where: At scene, outside,  Injured: Head, other,  Relation to Structure: Outside of structure,  Object Involved: Tools/equipment,  Specific Location: Outside at grade
  •  Age: 43,  Gender: Male,  Usual Assignment: Suppression, included are hazmat, rescue, & IC,  Physical Condition: Fatigued,  Severity: Treated by physician, not a lost-time injury,  Taken To: Hospital,  Activity: Salvage
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13184,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Trash or rubbish fire in a structure, with no flame damage to structure or its contents.
Alarm Time: 07/26/2006 22:12,  Arrival Time: 07/26/2006 22:17,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/26/2006 22:34
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Medley La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13310,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 07/28/2006 17:13,  Arrival Time: 07/28/2006 17:27,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/28/2006 17:44
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Ivy Street, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13312,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 07/28/2006 17:18,  Arrival Time: 07/28/2006 17:23,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/28/2006 19:53
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Search for lost or missing person. Includes animals.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Exterior, exposed surface,  Heat Source: Arcing
Cause of Ignition: Act of nature
  • Arc from faulty contact, broken conductor
  • Power lines down/arcing
Mobile Property Involved: Not involved in ignition, but burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Honda,  Model: ODYSSEY,  Year: 2002,  License Plate: 175 TYD CT,  VIN No: 2HKRL18512H503174
Location: Ballou Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13366,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Camper or recreational vehicle (RV) fire, not self-propelled. Includes trailers.
Alarm Time: 07/29/2006 08:03,  Arrival Time: 07/29/2006 08:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/29/2006 09:04
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Equipment or service area, other,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Motor home, camper, bookmobile.,  Make: Dodge,  Model: Conversion Van,  Year: 1998,  License Plate: U975SA FL,  VIN No: 2B6KB31ZZVK595330
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13368,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 07/29/2006 08:51,  Arrival Time: 07/29/2006 09:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/29/2006 09:23
Action taken: Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Rice Ter, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13410,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 07/29/2006 16:40,  Arrival Time: 07/29/2006 16:45,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/29/2006 17:04
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: East Haven City, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13608,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 08/01/2006 02:34,  Arrival Time: 08/01/2006 02:42,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/01/2006 06:09
Action taken: Provide manpower. Includes providing manpower to assist rescue/ambulance units lift patients or providing manpower to assist police.
Location: Brushy Plain Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13660,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/01/2006 18:15,  Arrival Time: 08/01/2006 18:17,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/01/2006 18:33
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Commercial Pkwy, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13782,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 08/03/2006 11:40,  Arrival Time: 08/03/2006 11:45,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/03/2006 11:57
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13801,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 08/03/2006 16:30,  Arrival Time: 08/03/2006 16:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/03/2006 16:46
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Cigarette,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other, (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Chapel Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13808,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/03/2006 18:26,  Arrival Time: 08/03/2006 18:49,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/03/2006 18:52
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Meadow Wood Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13810,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/03/2006 18:51,  Arrival Time: 08/03/2006 18:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/03/2006 19:20
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Pine Orchard Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 13848,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/04/2006 07:24,  Arrival Time: 08/04/2006 07:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/04/2006 08:09
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Gould La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14007,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 08/06/2006 04:47,  Arrival Time: 08/06/2006 05:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/06/2006 05:37
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Short Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14017,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 08/06/2006 11:24,  Arrival Time: 08/06/2006 11:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/06/2006 11:57
Action taken: Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Main St/West Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14199,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 08/08/2006 22:29,  Arrival Time: 08/08/2006 22:33,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/08/2006 22:40
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14302,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 08/10/2006 11:45,  Arrival Time: 08/10/2006 11:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/10/2006 12:09
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Cigarette,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Natural condition, other)
Location: Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14329,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Overheated motor or wiring.
Alarm Time: 08/10/2006 18:36,  Arrival Time: 08/10/2006 18:42,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/10/2006 18:58
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Shore Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14359,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Fuel burner/boiler, delayed ignition or malfunction, where flames cause no damage outside the fire box.
Alarm Time: 08/11/2006 07:04,  Arrival Time: 08/11/2006 07:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/11/2006 07:32
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14521,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 08/13/2006 14:49,  Arrival Time: 08/13/2006 14:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/13/2006 15:15
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Vehicle area, other,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14528,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire. Includes ground fuels lying on or immediately above the ground such as duff, roots, dead leaves, fine dead wood, and downed logs.
Alarm Time: 08/13/2006 16:14,  Arrival Time: 08/13/2006 16:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/13/2006 16:42
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Vehicle area, other,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Oak St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14621,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 08/14/2006 19:28,  Arrival Time: 08/14/2006 19:38,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/14/2006 19:52
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Patrick La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14624,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 08/14/2006 20:23,  Arrival Time: 08/14/2006 20:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/14/2006 20:46
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Cherry Hill Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14657,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/15/2006 12:21,  Arrival Time: 08/15/2006 12:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/15/2006 13:51
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
Location: Austin Ryer La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 14915,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 08/19/2006 04:27,  Arrival Time: 08/19/2006 04:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/19/2006 06:08
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation (Asleep)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 432,  Stories with Damage: 1 Minor
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15059,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Combustible and flammable gas or liquid spills or leaks, other. Chemical release, reaction, or toxic condition
Alarm Time: 08/21/2006 15:36,  Arrival Time: 08/21/2006 15:48,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/21/2006 18:19
Property Loss: $5000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Information, investigation, and enforcement, other.
Location: Florence Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15089,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other.
Alarm Time: 08/22/2006 04:20,  Arrival Time: 08/22/2006 04:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/22/2006 04:42
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Fuel tank, fuel line
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Motorcycle, trail bike,  Make: Vespa
Location: Connecticut Tnpk Other, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15140,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 08/22/2006 16:25,  Arrival Time: 08/22/2006 16:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/22/2006 16:46
Action taken: Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Helen Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15218,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 08/23/2006 20:03,  Arrival Time: 08/23/2006 20:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/23/2006 20:36
Property Loss: $1000
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cargo/trunk area - all vehicles,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Volvo,  Year: 1993,  License Plate: 405MOB CT,  VIN No: YV1AS8808P1487397
Location: Oakdale Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15230,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 08/24/2006 00:27,  Arrival Time: 08/24/2006 00:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/24/2006 00:49
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15255,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 08/24/2006 10:38,  Arrival Time: 08/24/2006 10:42,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/24/2006 10:48
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Rose Hill Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15267,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 08/24/2006 13:53,  Arrival Time: 08/24/2006 13:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/24/2006 15:10
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Florence Road, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15290,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 08/24/2006 18:19,  Arrival Time: 08/24/2006 18:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/24/2006 19:08
Action taken: Hazardous materials leak control and containment. Includes actions taken to keep a material within its container.
Location: Chestnut St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15765,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other.
Alarm Time: 09/01/2006 13:29,  Arrival Time: 09/01/2006 13:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/01/2006 14:18
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cargo/trunk area - all vehicles
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: Chevrolet
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 15872,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 09/03/2006 11:30,  Arrival Time: 09/03/2006 11:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/03/2006 11:46
Hazardous Material Released: Gasoline, vehicle fuel tank or portable container. Includes leaks or releases from equipment tanks where the release is less than 55 gallons.
Action taken: Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Oak Gate Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 16150,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 09/07/2006 16:40,  Arrival Time: 09/07/2006 16:46,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/07/2006 17:31
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Industrial Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 16163,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Chemical spill or leak. Includes unstable, reactive, explosive material.
Alarm Time: 09/07/2006 20:50,  Arrival Time: 09/07/2006 21:00,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/07/2006 21:08
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Identification, analysis of hazardous materials.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
  • Hazardous materials leak control and containment. Includes actions taken to keep a material within its container.
Released From: Outside of structure,  Population Density: Suburban - Predominantly single family residential,  Area Affected: 100 Square Feet,  Cause of Release: Container or containment failure,  Disposition: Completed with fire service present,  Actions Taken: Isolate area & establish hazard control zones,  Hazmat leak control and containment,  Notify other agencies
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 16423,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 09/11/2006 19:29,  Arrival Time: 09/11/2006 19:35,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/11/2006 20:04
Action taken: Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Indian Neck Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 16428,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 09/11/2006 20:13,  Arrival Time: 09/11/2006 20:19,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/11/2006 20:35
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Alps Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 16991,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 09/19/2006 17:23,  Arrival Time: 09/19/2006 17:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/19/2006 17:53
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Cherry Hill Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 17235,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 09/23/2006 11:37,  Arrival Time: 09/23/2006 11:40,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/23/2006 12:49
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Interstate 95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 17598,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Road freight or transport vehicle fire. Includes commercial freight hauling vehicles and contractor vans or trucks. Examples are moving trucks, plumber vans, and delivery trucks.
Alarm Time: 09/28/2006 18:05,  Arrival Time: 09/28/2006 18:13,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/28/2006 19:05
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Freight road transport vehicle, other,  Make: Mitsubishi,  Model: Fuso,  License Plate: 80KW NY
Location: Commercial Pkwy, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 17703,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 3
Incident Type: Outside stationary compactor or compacted trash fire. Includes fires where the only material burning is rubbish.
Alarm Time: 09/30/2006 12:02,  Arrival Time: 09/30/2006 12:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/30/2006 12:35
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Mill Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 17768,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Hazardous condition (no fire), other.
Alarm Time: 10/01/2006 09:56,  Arrival Time: 10/01/2006 10:06,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/01/2006 10:24
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Monticello Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18030,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 10/05/2006 09:18,  Arrival Time: 10/05/2006 09:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/05/2006 09:42
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Curtains, blinds, drapery, tapestry
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
  • Equipment unattended
  • Heat source too close to combustibles.
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 100,  Stories with Damage: 1 Minor
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Hardwire with battery,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Exit 55 St/East Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18084,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 10/05/2006 22:18,  Arrival Time: 10/05/2006 22:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/05/2006 22:40
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Pipe, duct, conduit, hose covering
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Leak or break)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Saab,  Model: 9400,  Year: 1994,  License Plate: 459 UTF CT,  VIN No: YS3CM65B1R1018411
Location: Mcdermott Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18177,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 10/07/2006 07:18,  Arrival Time: 10/07/2006 07:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/07/2006 08:18
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18311,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 10/09/2006 12:20,  Arrival Time: 10/09/2006 12:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/09/2006 12:50
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Church St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18343,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 10/09/2006 22:06,  Arrival Time: 10/09/2006 22:12,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/09/2006 22:20
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Heat from other open flame or smoking materials,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other
Cause of Ignition: Intentional
Location: Averill Pl, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18353,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 10/10/2006 05:20,  Arrival Time: 10/10/2006 05:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/10/2006 08:00
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Search for lost or missing person. Includes animals.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Equipment unattended)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above,  Square Feet: 200,  Stories with Damage: 1 Minor
Location: Shore Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18415,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 10/10/2006 21:51,  Arrival Time: 10/10/2006 21:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/10/2006 22:16
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Incident command. Includes providing support to incident command activities.
Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Appliances
Area of Origin: Laundry area, wash house (laundry),  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other,  Item First Ignited: Dust, fiber, lint, including sawdust and excelsior
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Equipment overloaded)
Equipment Involved: Clothes dryer,  Brand: Maytag,  Model: Neptune MDE 4000 AYW,  Serial No: 28648527,  Power: Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts),  Portability: Stationary
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 682
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only
Location: Oak St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18588,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 10/13/2006 19:13,  Arrival Time: 10/13/2006 19:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/13/2006 19:44
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Shut down system. Includes shutting down water, gas, and fire alarm systems.
Location: Harbor St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18763,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 10/16/2006 13:50,  Arrival Time: 10/16/2006 13:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/16/2006 14:15
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Briarwood La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 18962,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 10/19/2006 15:53,  Arrival Time: 10/19/2006 15:59,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/19/2006 16:10
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Goodsell Point Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 19357,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Combustible and flammable gas or liquid spills or leaks, other. Chemical release, reaction, or toxic condition
Alarm Time: 10/24/2006 16:35,  Arrival Time: 10/24/2006 16:43,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/24/2006 17:51
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Released From: Outside of structure,  Disposition: Completed with fire service present
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 19581,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 10/27/2006 10:34,  Arrival Time: 10/27/2006 10:38,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/27/2006 11:05
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 19604,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 10/27/2006 14:39,  Arrival Time: 10/27/2006 14:49,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/27/2006 15:23
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Maple St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 19609,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 10/27/2006 15:44,  Arrival Time: 10/27/2006 15:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/27/2006 17:10
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
  • Assistance, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 19760,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 10/29/2006 12:05,  Arrival Time: 10/29/2006 12:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/29/2006 12:21
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Hot or smoldering object, other,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (High wind)
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 20751,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Vehicle accident, general cleanup. Includes incidents where FD is dispatched after the accident to clear away debris. Excludes extrication from vehicle and flammable liquid spills.
Alarm Time: 11/11/2006 11:01,  Arrival Time: 11/11/2006 11:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/11/2006 11:32
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 20761,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Vehicle accident, general cleanup. Includes incidents where FD is dispatched after the accident to clear away debris. Excludes extrication from vehicle and flammable liquid spills.
Alarm Time: 11/11/2006 13:19,  Arrival Time: 11/11/2006 13:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/11/2006 13:42
Action taken: Hazardous condition, other.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 21080,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 11/15/2006 08:46,  Arrival Time: 11/15/2006 08:53,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/15/2006 09:59
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Park Drive East Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 21564,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 11/21/2006 10:30,  Arrival Time: 11/21/2006 10:35,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/21/2006 11:11
Action taken: Fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, other.
Location: Montoya Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 21672,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 11/22/2006 19:06,  Arrival Time: 11/22/2006 19:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/22/2006 19:21
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 21817,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Fire
Alarm Time: 11/25/2006 10:45,  Arrival Time: 11/25/2006 10:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/25/2006 11:04
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Interstate 95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 21863,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 11/25/2006 19:08,  Arrival Time: 11/25/2006 19:14,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/25/2006 19:40
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Damascus Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 22397,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 12/04/2006 03:49,  Arrival Time: 12/04/2006 03:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/04/2006 04:56
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Eastwood Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 22921,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 4
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 12/12/2006 11:09,  Arrival Time: 12/12/2006 11:16,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/12/2006 11:32
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Arc from faulty contact, broken conductor)
Equipment Involved: Oven, rotisserie,  Brand: HOTPOINT,  Model: RB 757 BB 1 WH,  Serial No: HZ221989H,  Power: Electrical line voltage (>= 50 volts),  Portability: Stationary
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 22995,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 12/13/2006 16:41,  Arrival Time: 12/13/2006 16:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/13/2006 17:16
Action taken: Assistance, other.
Location: Featherbed La, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23094,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 12/15/2006 02:32,  Arrival Time: 12/15/2006 02:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/15/2006 04:26
Civilian Injuries: 1
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1,  Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Provide advanced life support (ALS).
  • Transport of person from scene in fire service ambulance or apparatus.

Civilian Casualty:  Age: 49,  Gender: Male,  Affiliation: Civilian,  Severity: Moderate,  Activity: Sleeping,  Location: In area of origin and not involved,  Cause: Exposed to fire products,  Symptom: Smoke inhalation,  Factors Contributing: Improper use of cooking equipment, Possibly impaired by other drug or chemical, Asleep
Location: Business Park Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23340,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 12/18/2006 10:39,  Arrival Time: 12/18/2006 10:46,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/18/2006 11:08
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Incident command. Includes providing support to incident command activities.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Location: Stannard Av, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23392,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 12/18/2006 20:29,  Arrival Time: 12/18/2006 20:37,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/18/2006 21:06
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Actions taken:
  • Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.
  • Provide first aid and check for injuries. Medical evaluation of patient.
  • Notify other agencies. Includes notifications of utility companies, property owners, and the like.
Location: Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23632,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 12/22/2006 04:41,  Arrival Time: 12/22/2006 04:48,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/22/2006 05:20
Action taken: Hazardous materials leak control and containment. Includes actions taken to keep a material within its container.
Location: Cedar St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23720,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: 2
Incident Type: Arcing, shorted electrical equipment.
Alarm Time: 12/23/2006 07:32,  Arrival Time: 12/23/2006 07:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/23/2006 07:50
Alarms transmitted for the incident: 1
Action taken: Remove hazard. Includes neutralizing a hazardous condition.
Location: Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 23986,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Outside rubbish, trash, or waste fire. Excludes outside rubbish fires in a container or receptacle.
Alarm Time: 12/27/2006 19:49,  Arrival Time: 12/27/2006 19:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/27/2006 20:15
Action taken: Fire control or extinguishment, other.
Location: Industrial Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 24069,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Oil or other combustible liquid spill (flash point at or above 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class II or III)).
Alarm Time: 12/29/2006 02:56,  Arrival Time: 12/29/2006 03:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/29/2006 03:28
Action taken: Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Brushy Plain Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Branford Fire Department, CT 06405,  ID: 06040,  Incident #: 24072,  Station: 1
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 12/29/2006 07:01,  Arrival Time: 12/29/2006 07:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/29/2006 07:19
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: I-95, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: East Haven, CT 06512,  ID: 06080,  Incident #: 427
Incident Type: Passenger vehicle fire. Includes any motorized passenger vehicle, other than a motor home (e.g., pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, buses).
Alarm Time: 02/01/2006 07:33,  Arrival Time: 02/01/2006 07:39,  Controlled Time: 02/01/2006 07:41,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/01/2006 07:45
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: Branford, Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: East Haven, CT 06512,  ID: 06080,  Incident #: 4296
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 11/16/2006 14:46,  Arrival Time: 11/16/2006 14:51,  Controlled Time: 11/16/2006 17:31,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/16/2006 17:32
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Location: East Industrial Rd., Branford, CT 06405
Fire Department: Guilford Volunteer Fire Dept., CT 06514,  ID: 06090,  Incident #: 2179,  Shift/Platoon: 9
Incident Type: Chemical spill or leak. Includes unstable, reactive, explosive material.
Alarm Time: 09/07/2006 22:07,  Arrival Time: 09/07/2006 22:20,  Controlled Time: 09/08/2006 01:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/08/2006 02:34
Action taken: Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.

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