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Polson: Fire Incidents in 2006, Montana (MT)

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2006 National Fire Incident Reporting System Incidents:
  • Fire: 58
  • Hazardous Condition: 18
  • Service Call: 12
  • Good Intent Call: 7

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

Incident types - Polson

Incident types - Montana

Location: Unspecified, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Frenchtown, PO Box 119, Frenchtown, MT 59834,  ID: 04012,  Incident #: 333,  Station: 1,  Shift/Platoon: A
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: 08/05/2006 17:05,  Arrival Time: 08/05/2006 17:05,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/05/2006 21:27
Action taken: Provide apparatus.
Location: 2nd St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 1
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 01/01/2006 00:00,  Arrival Time: 01/01/2006 00:04,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/01/2006 05:00
Property Value: $110000,  Property Loss: $110000,  Contents Value: $40000,  Contents Loss: $40000
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
Area of Origin: Common room, den, family room, living room, lounge,  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other,  Item First Ignited: Interior wall covering excluding drapes, etc.
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1200
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: 2nd. St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 2
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 01/01/2006 13:28,  Arrival Time: 01/01/2006 13:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/01/2006 14:34
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Bedroom - < 5 persons,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Mattress, pillow
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Rekindle)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: Vacant and unsecured,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1200
Location: 7th Ave W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 3
Incident Type: Chimney or flue fire originating in and confined to a chimney or flue.
Alarm Time: 01/03/2006 14:33,  Arrival Time: 01/03/2006 14:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/03/2006 15:08
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: 7th Ave. E. 1000 , Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 12
Incident Type: Cooking fire involving the contents of a cooking vessel without fire extension beyond the vessel.
Alarm Time: 01/14/2006 04:30,  Arrival Time: 01/14/2006 04:43,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/14/2006 05:08
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Action taken: Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Location: Tower Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 13
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 01/14/2006 20:44,  Arrival Time: 01/14/2006 20:57,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/14/2006 21:45
Actions taken:
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Common room, den, family room, living room, lounge,  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other,  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, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1100
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: 11th Ave.E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 23
Incident Type: Chimney or flue fire originating in and confined to a chimney or flue.
Alarm Time: 01/30/2006 13:56,  Arrival Time: 01/30/2006 13:59,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 01/30/2006 14:25
Detector Alerted Occupants: Yes
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Conduit, pipe, utility, or ventilation shaft,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Film, residue, including paint & resin
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Failure to clean)
Location: Dupius Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 26
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: 02/03/2006 08:20,  Arrival Time: 02/03/2006 08:33,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/03/2006 08:50
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Hwy 35, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 29
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 02/09/2006 22:01,  Arrival Time: 02/09/2006 22:10,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/10/2006 01:00
Property Value: $120000,  Property Loss: $55000,  Contents Value: $25000,  Contents Loss: $10000
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.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Wall assembly,  Heat Source: Conducted heat from another fire,  Item First Ignited: Interior ceiling cover or finish
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Failure to clean)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 1200
Location: Valley View Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 38
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 02/23/2006 21:47,  Arrival Time: 02/23/2006 22:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 02/23/2006 22:37
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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: Bayview Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 43
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 03/03/2006 06:36,  Arrival Time: 03/03/2006 06:44,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/03/2006 08:04
Property Value: $300000,  Property Loss: $60000,  Contents Value: $465000,  Contents Loss: $80000
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.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Item First Ignited: Flammable liquid/gas - in/from final container
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 1400
AES Presence: Partial system present
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 49
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 03/08/2006 10:26,  Arrival Time: 03/08/2006 10:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/08/2006 13:45
Property Value: $1700000,  Property Loss: $60000,  Contents Value: $300000,  Contents Loss: $25000
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.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Wall assembly,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Interior wall covering excluding drapes, etc.
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 2 Above,  Square Feet: 400
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: No occupants
Location: 101 6th Ave. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 52
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 03/13/2006 22:37,  Arrival Time: 03/13/2006 22:48,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/13/2006 23:00
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: Highway, parking lot, street: on or near,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass, (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 53
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 03/14/2006 11:06,  Arrival Time: 03/14/2006 11:15,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/14/2006 11:36
Actions taken:
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: 7th St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 54
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 03/14/2006 20:08,  Arrival Time: 03/14/2006 20:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/14/2006 20:29
Property Value: $200,  Property Loss: $200
Actions taken:
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Chute/container - trash, rubbish, waste,  Item First Ignited: Magazine, newspaper, writing paper
Location: Flathead View Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 59
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 03/21/2006 11:38,  Arrival Time: 03/21/2006 11:45,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/21/2006 12:03
Action taken: Canceled en route.
Acres Burned #: 3
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Intentional (Agriculture or land management burns)
Location: Kylie Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 65
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: 03/27/2006 20:05,  Arrival Time: 03/27/2006 20:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/27/2006 20:50
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: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Intentional (Agriculture or land management burns)
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 67
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 03/31/2006 14:20,  Arrival Time: 03/31/2006 14:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 03/31/2006 14:53
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: 6th Ave. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 73
Incident Type: Chimney or flue fire originating in and confined to a chimney or flue.
Alarm Time: 04/05/2006 19:11,  Arrival Time: 04/05/2006 19:13,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/05/2006 19:34
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Pine View Loop, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 77
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 04/20/2006 14:58,  Arrival Time: 04/20/2006 15:07,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/20/2006 16:15
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Control fire (wildland).
Acres Burned #: 3
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Intentional (Agriculture or land management burns)
Location: 13th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 78
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: 04/21/2006 13:31,  Arrival Time: 04/21/2006 13:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/21/2006 13:46
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Canceled en route.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 80
Incident Type: Outside rubbish, trash, or waste fire. Excludes outside rubbish fires in a container or receptacle.
Alarm Time: 04/25/2006 11:00,  Arrival Time: 04/25/2006 11:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/25/2006 12:15
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.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Railroad ties
Cause of Ignition: Intentional
  • Abandoned or discarded materials or products
  • Outside/open fire for debris or waste disposal
Location: Cross Country Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 81
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: 04/26/2006 12:58,  Arrival Time: 04/26/2006 13:10,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/26/2006 13:24
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Jette Lake Trail, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 86
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 04/29/2006 16:43,  Arrival Time: 04/29/2006 16:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/29/2006 17:21
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, 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: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Fire spread or control, other)
Location: 2nd St. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 87
Incident Type: Natural vegetation fire, other.
Alarm Time: 04/30/2006 00:33,  Arrival Time: 04/30/2006 00:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 04/30/2006 01:06
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Flame/torch used for lighting,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Rekindle)
Location: Turtle Lake Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 88
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 05/04/2006 17:12,  Arrival Time: 05/04/2006 17:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/04/2006 17:55
Actions taken:
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Actions taken, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Heat from undetermined smoking material,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Location: Lost Quartz Rd, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 94
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: 05/04/2006 13:54,  Arrival Time: 05/04/2006 14:10,  Controlled Time: 05/04/2006 14:45,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/04/2006 15:15
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Area Type: Rural, including farms >50 acres,  Wildland Fire Cause: Open/outdoor fire,  Heat Source: Flying brand, ember, spark
Total Acres Burned: 0.1
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 92
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 05/12/2006 13:21,  Arrival Time: 05/12/2006 13:32,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/12/2006 14:35
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.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Wildland, woods,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other
Location: Melita Island Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 96
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: 05/15/2006 12:12,  Arrival Time: 05/15/2006 12:16,  Controlled Time: 05/15/2006 15:30,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/15/2006 18:00
Actions taken:
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Control fire (wildland).
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Area Type: Rural, including farms >50 acres,  Wildland Fire Cause: Debris, vegetation burn,  Property Management Ownership: Tax paying
Total Acres Burned: 10,  Tax Paying: 100 %
Location: HWy 93 N, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 97
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: 05/19/2006 05:06,  Arrival Time: 05/22/2006 05:17,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/22/2006 05:45
Property Value: $75000,  Property Loss: $600
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: Tire
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition, but did not itself burn,  Type: Trailer - semi, designed for freight,  Make: International
Location: 15th Ave East, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 102
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: 05/22/2006 21:24,  Arrival Time: 05/22/2006 21:26,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/22/2006 21:34
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Rocky Point Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 104
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 05/23/2006 22:02,  Arrival Time: 05/23/2006 22:08,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/23/2006 22:45
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: 4th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 105
Incident Type: Breakdown of light ballast.
Alarm Time: 05/24/2006 08:31,  Arrival Time: 05/24/2006 08:38,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/24/2006 09:27
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Restore fire alarm system. Includes restoring fire alarm systems monitored by the fire service.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 107
Incident Type: Special outside fire, other.
Alarm Time: 05/24/2006 19:57,  Arrival Time: 05/24/2006 20:06,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 05/24/2006 21:37
Actions taken:
  • Establish fire lines around wildfire perimeter.
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Conducted heat from another fire,  Item First Ignited: Organic materials, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Rekindle)
Location: 7th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 112
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: 06/02/2006 15:38,  Arrival Time: 06/02/2006 16:04,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/02/2006 16:15
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Hwy 35, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 121
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 06/17/2006 16:39,  Arrival Time: 06/17/2006 16:55,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/17/2006 18:50
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Provide water. Includes tanker shuttle operations and pumping in a relay or from a water source. Excludes normal fire suppression operations.
Location: Morgan Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 125
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 06/22/2006 22:15,  Arrival Time: 06/22/2006 22:31,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/22/2006 22:48
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: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 126
Incident Type: Gas leak (natural gas or LPG). Excludes gas odors with no source found.
Alarm Time: 06/23/2006 11:19,  Arrival Time: 06/23/2006 11:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/23/2006 11:37
Actions taken:
  • Hazardous materials leak control and containment. Includes actions taken to keep a material within its container.
  • 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.
Location: Division St., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 131
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 06/28/2006 21:17,  Arrival Time: 06/28/2006 21:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/28/2006 21:40
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: Vacant structural area,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Location: Ridge Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 133
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: 06/29/2006 16:00,  Arrival Time: 06/29/2006 16:15,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/29/2006 16:35
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Rocky Point Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 134
Incident Type: Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire. Includes waste material from manufacturing or other production processes.
Alarm Time: 06/30/2006 21:30,  Arrival Time: 06/30/2006 21:35,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 06/30/2006 22:00
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: Chute/container - trash, rubbish, waste,  Heat Source: Chemical reaction,  Item First Ignited: Rubbish, trash, or waste
Cause of Ignition: Act of nature
Location: Meadow Vista Lane, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 137
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 07/01/2006 23:16,  Arrival Time: 07/01/2006 23:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/02/2006 00:17
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Actions taken, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Natural condition, other)
Location: Skyline Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 138
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 07/02/2006 17:50,  Arrival Time: 07/02/2006 17:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/02/2006 18:35
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • 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: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Fireworks,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional
Location: Polson Bay, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 146
Incident Type: Water vehicle fire. Includes boats, barges, hovercraft, and all other vehicles designed for navigation on water.
Alarm Time: 07/09/2006 11:44,  Arrival Time: 07/09/2006 11:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/09/2006 12:02
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, 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: Engine area, running gear, wheel area,  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition, but did not itself burn,  Type: Boat: shorter than 65 ft. with power,  Make: Kawasaki
Location: Riverside Park, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 151
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: 07/15/2006 19:24,  Arrival Time: 07/15/2006 19:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/15/2006 19:42
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Operator/passenger area of transportation equip.,  Heat Source: Hot ember or ash,  Item First Ignited: Soft goods, wearing apparel, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Mobile Property Involved: Not involved in ignition, but burned
Location: Bayview Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 158
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 07/25/2006 03:55,  Arrival Time: 07/25/2006 03:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/25/2006 05:42
Property Value: $5000,  Property Loss: $5000,  Contents Value: $95000,  Contents Loss: $95000
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.
  • Actions taken, other.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
On Site Materials:
  • Electrical: parts, supplies, equipment
  • Pipes, fittings
  • Lumber, sawn wood
Area of Origin: Equipment or service area, other,  Heat Source: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: Vacant and secured,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 500
Location: 6th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 159
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: 07/26/2006 10:16,  Arrival Time: 07/26/2006 10:18,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/26/2006 10:25
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, 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: Engine area, running gear, wheel area
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger road vehicle, other,  Make: GMC (General Motors)
Location: King's Point Lane, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 161
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 07/26/2006 21:32,  Arrival Time: 07/26/2006 21:50,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/26/2006 22:35
Actions taken:
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
  • Enforce fire code and other codes. Includes response to public complaints and abatement of code violations.
Location: Labella Lane, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 162
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 07/26/2006 22:46,  Arrival Time: 07/26/2006 23:00,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/26/2006 23:31
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 171
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 07/31/2006 16:49,  Arrival Time: 07/31/2006 16:51,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/31/2006 17:10
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Matahorn Pt., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 172
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 07/31/2006 19:05,  Arrival Time: 07/31/2006 19:37,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 07/31/2006 19:56
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: Apple Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 174
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/04/2006 10:02,  Arrival Time: 08/04/2006 10:20,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/04/2006 10:50
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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: Grinde Bay, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 177
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 08/05/2006 12:44,  Arrival Time: 08/05/2006 12:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/05/2006 13:13
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: Open area - outside,  Item First Ignited: Rubbish, trash, or waste
Cause of Ignition: Intentional
  • Playing with heat source
  • Unattended or unsupervised person
Location: White Swan Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 178
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: 08/06/2006 11:49,  Arrival Time: 08/06/2006 12:09,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/06/2006 13:20
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Wildland, woods,  Item First Ignited: Heavy vegetation - not crop, including trees, (Fire spread or control, other)
Location: 5th St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 182
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: 08/07/2006 19:39,  Arrival Time: 08/07/2006 19:43,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/07/2006 20:05
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Item First Ignited: Heavy vegetation - not crop, including trees, (Playing with heat source)
Location: Rocky Point Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 183
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/07/2006 22:49,  Arrival Time: 08/07/2006 23:02,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/07/2006 23:10
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: 11th Ave.E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 184
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/07/2006 22:57,  Arrival Time: 08/07/2006 23:01,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/07/2006 23:09
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Buffalo Bridge Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 191
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 08/10/2006 20:45,  Arrival Time: 08/10/2006 20:54,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/10/2006 22:00
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Acres Burned #: 4
Area of Origin: Open area - outside,  Heat Source: Lightning,  Item First Ignited: Light vegetation - not crop, including grass
Cause of Ignition: Act of nature (Storm)
Location: Bay Point Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 195
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 08/12/2006 07:34,  Arrival Time: 08/12/2006 07:42,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/12/2006 12:15
Property Value: $60000,  Property Loss: $60000,  Contents Value: $40000,  Contents Loss: $40000
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Courtyard, patio, porch, terrace
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 1200
Location: Cat Bay, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 197
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/12/2006 19:54,  Arrival Time: 08/12/2006 20:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/12/2006 21:00
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: 2050 Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 200
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: 08/13/2006 15:25,  Arrival Time: 08/13/2006 15:39,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/13/2006 22:00
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Establish fire lines around wildfire perimeter.
Acres Burned #: 5
Area of Origin: Wildland, woods,  Heat Source: Lightning,  Item First Ignited: Heavy vegetation - not crop, including trees
Cause of Ignition: Act of nature (Storm)
Location: Riverside Park, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 202
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 15:52,  Arrival Time: 08/13/2006 15:55,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/13/2006 15:59
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Open area - outside
Location: Rocky Point Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 205
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/18/2006 14:54,  Arrival Time: 08/18/2006 15:02,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/18/2006 15:12
Actions taken:
  • Provide information to the public or media.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Valley View Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 207
Incident Type: Outside rubbish, trash, or waste fire. Excludes outside rubbish fires in a container or receptacle.
Alarm Time: 08/20/2006 12:05,  Arrival Time: 08/20/2006 12:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/20/2006 13:15
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Location: Eli Gap Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 208
Incident Type: Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire. Includes dirt bikes, specialty off-road vehicles, earth-moving equipment (bulldozers), and farm equipment.
Alarm Time: 08/21/2006 21:23,  Arrival Time: 08/21/2006 21:29,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/21/2006 22:43
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Actions taken, other.
Location: Loon Lake Ranch, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 209
Incident Type: Grass fire. Includes fire confined to area characterized by grass ground cover, with little or no involvement of other ground fuels.
Alarm Time: 08/22/2006 15:45,  Arrival Time: 08/22/2006 16:06,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/22/2006 19:18
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
Location: 2nd St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 211
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/25/2006 01:34,  Arrival Time: 08/25/2006 01:42,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/25/2006 02:23
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Bayshore Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 213
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/25/2006 10:11,  Arrival Time: 08/25/2006 10:17,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/25/2006 10:48
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: 11th Ave E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 215
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 08/26/2006 02:14,  Arrival Time: 08/26/2006 02:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/26/2006 03:21
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 216
Incident Type: Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill (flash point below 100 degrees F at standard temperature and pressure (Class I)).
Alarm Time: 08/26/2006 20:26,  Arrival Time: 08/26/2006 20:36,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/26/2006 21:10
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Hazardous materials spill control and confinement. Includes confining or diking hazardous materials.
Location: Turtle Lake Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 217
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 08/26/2006 21:10,  Arrival Time: 08/26/2006 21:20,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/26/2006 21:50
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: 5th St. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 221
Incident Type: Outside rubbish fire, other.
Alarm Time: 08/28/2006 20:55,  Arrival Time: 08/28/2006 21:04,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 08/28/2006 22:47
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.
Location: Minesinger Trail, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 225
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: 09/01/2006 09:05,  Arrival Time: 09/01/2006 09:30,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/01/2006 17:30
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Contain fire (wildland).
  • Establish fire lines around wildfire perimeter.
Location: 10 th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 226
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 09/05/2006 16:40,  Arrival Time: 09/05/2006 16:51,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/05/2006 17:03
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
Location: Mission View Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 229
Incident Type: Unauthorized burning. Includes fires that are under control and not endangering property.
Alarm Time: 09/10/2006 21:16,  Arrival Time: 09/10/2006 21:22,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/10/2006 21:28
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Provide information to the public or media.
  • Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: 6th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 230
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 09/11/2006 02:51,  Arrival Time: 09/11/2006 03:01,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/11/2006 04:43
Property Value: $90000,  Property Loss: $90000,  Contents Value: $30000,  Contents Loss: $1000
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
Area of Origin: Attic: vacant, crawl space above top story, cupola,  Item First Ignited: Structural member or framing
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 1100
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Gilman Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 234
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 09/23/2006 10:18,  Arrival Time: 09/23/2006 10:35,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/23/2006 12:54
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Provide manpower. Includes providing manpower to assist rescue/ambulance units lift patients or providing manpower to assist police.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 236
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: 09/25/2006 11:16,  Arrival Time: 09/25/2006 11:19,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/25/2006 11:45
Actions taken:
  • Provide manpower. Includes providing manpower to assist rescue/ambulance units lift patients or providing manpower to assist police.
  • Provide apparatus.
Location: Skyline Lane, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 239
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: 09/30/2006 10:44,  Arrival Time: 09/30/2006 10:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 09/30/2006 11:30
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Kerr Dam Road, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 241
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: 10/01/2006 13:42,  Arrival Time: 10/01/2006 13:55,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/01/2006 14:30
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.
Location: Ponderilla Hills Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 242
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: 10/04/2006 08:19,  Arrival Time: 10/04/2006 08:24,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/04/2006 08:28
Action taken: Investigate. Includes investigations done on arrival to determine the situation and postincident investigations; and collecting incident information for incident reporting purposes.
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 243
Incident Type: Outside storage fire on residential or commercial/industrial property, not rubbish. Includes recyclable materials at dropoff points.
Alarm Time: 10/04/2006 12:13,  Arrival Time: 10/04/2006 12:20,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/04/2006 12:45
Contents Value: $40,  Contents Loss: $40
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
  • Actions taken, other.
Acres Burned #: < 1,  On Site Materials: Fabrics, other
Area of Origin: Outside area, other,  Heat Source: Cigarette,  Item First Ignited: Furniture, utensils, other
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Location: Hwy 93, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 246
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 12:22,  Arrival Time: 10/05/2006 12:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/05/2006 12:42
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: Radiated, conducted heat from operating equipment
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Mechanical failure, malfunction, other)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Passenger car.,  Make: Ford,  Model: F250LT,  License Plate: 15-8337 MT
Location: 3rd St. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 248
Incident Type: Cultivated vegetation, crop fire, other.
Alarm Time: 10/07/2006 18:31,  Arrival Time: 10/07/2006 18:33,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/07/2006 18:55
Actions taken:
  • Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Outside area, other
Cause of Ignition: Cause under investigation
Location: Kerr Dam Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 255
Incident Type: Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other.
Alarm Time: 10/18/2006 10:27,  Arrival Time: 10/18/2006 10:37,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/18/2006 11:23
Action taken: Extinguishment by fire service personnel.
Acres Burned #: < 1
Area of Origin: Fuel tank, fuel line,  Heat Source: Spark, ember or flame from operating equipment,  Item First Ignited: Flammable liquid/gas in container or pipe
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Cutting, welding too close to combustible)
Mobile Property Involved: Involved in ignition and burned,  Type: Bus, school bus, trackless trolley,  Make: Other Make
Location: 14th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 256
Incident Type: Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other.
Alarm Time: 10/22/2006 11:44,  Arrival Time: 10/22/2006 11:53,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 10/22/2006 12:35
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Establish safe area. Includes isolating the area affected by denying entry to unprotected persons and establishing hazard control zones (hot, warm, cold).
  • Refer to proper authority. Includes turnover of incidents to other authorities or agencies such as the police.
Location: Gillman Lane, Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 266
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 11/05/2006 06:10,  Arrival Time: 11/05/2006 06:25,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/05/2006 08:40
Actions taken:
  • Provide manpower. Includes providing manpower to assist rescue/ambulance units lift patients or providing manpower to assist police.
  • Provide water. Includes tanker shuttle operations and pumping in a relay or from a water source. Excludes normal fire suppression operations.
  • Provide equipment, where equipment is used by another agency.
Location: Buffalo Bridge Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 270
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 11/10/2006 14:40,  Arrival Time: 11/10/2006 14:59,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/10/2006 17:11
Property Value: $20000,  Property Loss: $20000,  Contents Value: $30000,  Contents Loss: $30000
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
Area of Origin: Cooking area, kitchen,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Interior wall covering excluding drapes, etc.
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Fixed portable or mobile structure,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 800
Location: 22nd Ave. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 272
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: 11/18/2006 12:21,  Arrival Time: 11/18/2006 12:28,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/18/2006 12:29
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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: #rd Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 276
Incident Type: Power line down. Excludes people trapped by downed power lines.
Alarm Time: 11/21/2006 12:54,  Arrival Time: 11/21/2006 12:58,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 11/21/2006 13:10
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.
Location: Main St., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 283
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 12/01/2006 08:41,  Arrival Time: 12/01/2006 08:41,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/01/2006 09:01
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,  On Site Materials: Trees, plants, flowers
Area of Origin: Storage area, other,  Heat Source: Heat from powered equipment, other,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 500
Location: Schafer Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 287
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 12/08/2006 20:57,  Arrival Time: 12/08/2006 21:02,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/08/2006 22:30
Property Value: $500000,  Contents Value: $500000,  Contents Loss: $60000
Actions taken:
  • Restore sprinkler or fire protection system.
  • Remove water or control flooding condition.
  • Salvage and overhaul.
Buildings Involved #: 1,  Acres Burned #: < 1
On Site Materials:
  • Lumber, sawn wood
  • Sawdust, wood chips
Area of Origin: Chute/container - trash, rubbish, waste,  Heat Source: Chemical reaction,  Item First Ignited: Rubbish, trash, or waste
Cause of Ignition: Unintentional (Abandoned or discarded materials or products)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 6000
AES Presence: Present,  Type: Wet pipe sprinkler,  Operation: Operated and Effective,  Sprinklers Operating: 2
Location: 8th Ave. W., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 289
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 12/08/2006 02:29,  Arrival Time: 12/08/2006 02:34,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/08/2006 03:44
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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: Function area, other,  Heat Source: Arcing,  Item First Ignited: Electrical wire, cable insulation
Cause of Ignition: Failure of equipment or heat source (Electrical failure, malfunction, other)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above,  Square Feet: 800
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Failed to Operate,  Failure Reason: Battery discharged or dead
Location: Weber Rd., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 292
Incident Type: Building fire
Alarm Time: 12/12/2006 19:37,  Arrival Time: 12/12/2006 19:40,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/12/2006 20:10
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • 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.
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)
Structure Type: Enclosed building,  Status: In normal use,  Stories: 1 Above, 1 Below,  Square Feet: 800
Detector Presence: Detectors Present,  Type: Smoke,  Power: Battery Only,  Operation: Operated,  Effectiveness: Alerted Occupants
Location: Bayview Dr., Polson, MT 59860
Fire Department: Polson VFD, MT 59860,  ID: 15001,  Incident #: 294
Incident Type: Carbon monoxide incident. Excludes incidents with nothing found.
Alarm Time: 12/13/2006 15:42,  Arrival Time: 12/13/2006 15:56,  Last Unit Cleared Time: 12/13/2006 16:41
Actions taken:
  • Actions taken, other.
  • Ventilate. Includes nonhazardous odor removal and removal of smoke from nonhazardous materials-related fires.
  • Hazardous materials detection, monitoring, sampling, and analysis using a variety of detection instruments.

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