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Press Release: Big Tree Responds to Second Fire in as Many Days![]()
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For Immediate Release![]()
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Just after 11:30 PM Wednesday night, the Big Tree Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched to multiple 911 calls reporting a tractor-trailer fire on Jeffrey Boulevard.![]()
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Hamburg Police arrived first and advised that the incident was not a tractor-trailer fire, but rather several large bins on fire outside UniFirst Corporation. Upon arrival, Big Tree Chief Roth arrived shorty after and observed that the fire had extended up the outside of the building and immediately requested a Second Alarm to bring additional resources to the scene.![]()
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Big Tree units responding:![]()
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- Big Tree 9![]()
- Big Tree 9-1![]()
- Big Tree 1![]()
- Big Tree 2![]()
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Mutual aid companies responding:![]()
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- Woodlawn 4![]()
- Newton Abbott 6![]()
- Scranton 6![]()
- Lakeshore 7![]()
- Orchard Park FAST![]()
- Hamburg 6 was added as an additional truck company.![]()
- Armor Engine backfilled Big Tree Station.![]()
- AMR![]()
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Additionally, Thank you to the following for their assistance:![]()
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- Hamburg Fire Investigators![]()
- Hamburg Building Inspector ![]()
- National Fuel![]()
- NYSEG![]()
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Through the coordinated efforts of interior and exterior firefighting crews, the fire was brought under control quickly, preventing further extension into the structure. The interior of the building sustained only minor smoke and water damage, and UniFirst Corporation is expected to open today and remain fully operational.![]()
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There were no injuries to civilians or emergency responders.![]()
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This marks the second working fire in as many days for the Big Tree Volunteer Fire Company. We thank Hamburg Police, our mutual aid partners, and all responding personnel for their professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to protecting our community.![]()
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Just after noon today, the Big Tree Volunteer Fire Company and multiple mutual aid fire companies responded to a reported structure fire on Robin Lane. The Hamburg Police Department arrived first on scene and reported smoke coming from the roof, providing an important initial size-up for responding firefighters.![]()
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Firefighters arrived quickly, confirmed fire showing on the Delta side, and immediately began fire attack and a search of the residence. The fire was brought under control quickly, and crews remained on scene conducting overhaul and checking for any extension. No injuries were reported. ![]()
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We would like to thank all of our mutual aid partners for their rapid response, assistance, and teamwork. Responding agencies included:![]()
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• Armor Volunteer Fire Company![]()
• Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department![]()
• Lake Shore Fire Department![]()
• Newton Abbott Volunteer Fire Company![]()
• Scranton Volunteer Fire Company![]()
• Woodlawn Volunteer Fire Company![]()
• Seneca Hose Company FAST Team![]()
• Hamburg Police Department![]()
• AMR Ambulance![]()
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Incidents like these highlight the strength of our mutual aid system and the dedication of all the first responders who work together to protect our community.![]()
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Thank you to everyone who responded and helped ensure a successful outcome.![]()
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