Fire Chief's Briefing for February 15 through February 20, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of February 15 through February 20, 2012.

We responded to 45 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 29

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 2

False Call: 10

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Wednesday, February 15 at approximately 2:55 pm:

E2 was dispatched to a reported grass fire near the railroad tracks off Raintree Parkway at Oakhall subdivision. While en route another grass fire was reported near the tracks at the Intersection of Wilson Pike and Moores Lane. Upon arrival on the scene of the first fire, E2 established command and had R1 dispatched to the second fire. Two additional fires along the tracks were reported by passers-by. E4 and B1 were dispatched to a grass fire near the city limits on Wilson Pike and E3 was dispatched to one on Ravenwood Farm Road. Fires were quickly extinguished at all three locations. Witnesses reported a smoking train car with sparks coming from its undercarriage. The train had passed through the area approximately 5 minutes before the fires were seen. Dispatch notified CSX of a Southbound train that may be having difficulty. Upon extinguishment BFR units checked the rest of the tracks all the way to the city limits, but found no other fires. All units were placed available and returned to quarters.

Wednesday, February 15 at approximately 9:10 pm:

E1 and C3 were dispatched on a report of a person trapped between their car and the garage wall.  Upon arrival, C3 and E1 found the patient lying on their left side alert and awake but complaining of leg pain.  The car had been pulled out of the garage prior to BFR’s arrival.  FD personnel exposed the site of the injury and found some minor swelling and lacerations to the right knee and upper right leg near the hip.  The patient did not have any other injuries. EMS arrived on scene and assumed patient care.  The patient was placed on a backboard with full c-spine immobilization and transported non-emergency to an area hospital. All BFR units cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Saturday, February 18 at approximately 5:57 pm:

E3 and C3 were dispatched via automatic aid for a structure fire in Franklin. Prior to BFR units’ arrival on scene, Franklin Fire Department E6 extinguished the fire with a water can style fire extinguisher. BFR units were cancelled en route and returned to quarters.

Sunday, February 19 at approximately 9:30 am:

Engine 1 was dispatched to a commercial fire alarm. Upon arrival crew members were notified by on site staff that a pull station had been pulled, but there were no hazards. Whoever had activated the alarm fled the scene before anyone found them. Once the pull station was reset, E1 reset the alarm returned to service.

Fire Chief's Briefing for February 9 through February 14, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of February 9 through February 14, 2012.

We responded to 43 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 26

Hazardous Condition: 2

Service Call: 3

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 8

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Friday, February 10 at approximately 3:41 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a reported vehicle fire on Interstate 65 in the northbound lane. E2 arrived on scene to find a single vehicle fire in the outside emergency lane just prior to the exit.  The vehicle appeared to have heavy smoke showing from the engine compartment and front of the passenger compartment.  No occupants were in the vehicle.  Nashville Fire Department was already on scene extinguishing the fire upon E2’s arrival.  E2 assisted with accessing the engine compartment and overhaul.  Upon extinguishment, E2 was cleared by NFD and left the scene to return to quarters.

Saturday, February 11 at approximately 5:19 pm:

E2 and R1 responded to a report of a single vehicle accident involving a vehicle striking the center divider on the interstate. Both units arrived without incident to find a single vehicle collision with the occupant sitting in the vehicle. E2 established Incident Command, checked for hazards and assessed and treated the minor wounds of the PT until EMS arrived and care was transferred. EMS transported the PT non-emergency to an area hospital.

Tuesday, February 14 at approximately 12:43 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of a structure fire. A passerby noted smoke coming from the roof of a residence. Car 5 arrived on scene first and established Incident Command. Car 5 was able to determine that the smoke was coming from the chimney of the house, not the roof. Contact with the homeowner confirmed that they had just started a fire in their fire place. With no hazards found, Car 5 cancelled all other responding units, terminated command, and left the scene. 

Fire Chief's Briefing for February 3 through February 8, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of February 3 through February 8, 2012.

We responded to 38 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

EMS/Rescue: 22

Hazardous Condition: 1

Good Intent: 9

False Call: 6

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Saturday, February 4 at approximately 5:59 pm:

E2 was dispatched on reported injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, E2 found 1 PT who was totally unresponsive and exhibiting poor respirations after falling down a flight of stairs. E2 provided Basic Life Support to include manual c-spine immobilization, airway management, oxygen therapy, as well as full spinal immobilization to a long spine board in preparation for transport to the hospital. Once EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred and crew members assisted with additional PT care, to include Advanced Life Support such as endotracheal intubation. The PT was transported emergency traffic to an area hospital with one firefighter on board to assist with further care while en route.

Tuesday, February 7 at approximately 1:09 pm:

E4 was dispatched on a report of 1 PT unresponsive. Upon arrival, crew members found 1 PT unresponsive to stimuli but perfusing and breathing on their own. The PT was moved to the floor, vital signs including blood glucose and an EKG were obtained, oxygen therapy was initiated, and family members were consulted for a medical history. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and the PT was transported emergency traffic to an area hospital.

Wednesday, February 8 at approximately 5:44 am:

E2 responded to a request for an inside investigation due to a smell of burning wires in a residence. Upon arrival, crew members were met by the occupant, who stated they didn't smell it any longer and thought it may have been a skunk, which personnel agreed with. E2 investigated further and did not notice an odor inside.  The occupant had shut off their HVAC system. E2 turned that back on and went outside to check it out, but nothing was found to be out of place. Crew members went back inside and a slight electrical smell was noted. It was now believed to be the HVAC unit going bad, and the homeowner was advised to call a technician. 

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 28 through February 2, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 28 through February 2, 2012.

We responded to 53 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 5

EMS/Rescue: 37

Service Call: 2

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 5

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Saturday, January 28 at approximately 6:00 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a reported oven fire, however all responding apparatus with the exception of E2 and R1 were downgraded to non-emergency response due to the occupant contacting dispatch to report that the fire was out. Upon arrival E2 and R1 discovered that the owner was utilizing the self cleaning feature of the oven when a buildup of grease in the bottom of the oven caught fire. E2 canceled all other units before providing ventilation to clear the odor from the home. The owner was advised to clean the remaining build up out of the oven before use. No damage was noted. With no further hazards found, all units returned to service.

Sunday, January 29 at approximately 2:08 am:

E2, R1 and C3 responded to a mutual aid request from Nolensville Volunteer Fire Department to assist with a structure fire.

BFR units arrived to find heavy fire showing from the C (back) side of a residential duplex next to the main home of a horse farm.

Crew members performed fire attack and assisted with extinguishing the fire and performing overhaul. E2’s officer served as the water resource officer, supervising tanker operations as no hydrant was available. Once all hazards were mitigated, all BFR units were released from the scene and returned to quarters.

Sunday, January 29 at approximately 12:40 pm:

Fire Department personnel at Fire Station 2 noticed heavy smoke showing from a brushy area directly across the street from the station. Upon investigating, a large brush fire covering an area of approximately 3 acres comprised of brush and grass was found to be on fire. E2 and R1 were already on scene, but requested Brush 1 (a 4 wheel drive pickup with a water tank and pump suitable for accessing off road locations, stationed at Fire Station #4) C3, and E4 to respond. Crew members utilized wildland firefighting tools and pressurized water cans to extinguish much of the blaze while Brush 1 was en-route.  Upon arrival of B1, it’s water and foam was utilized to complete extinguishment and wet the area down to prevent a rekindle. With the hazards mitigated, all units cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Sunday, January 29 at approximately 8:48 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of a vehicle fire.  Upon arrival, E1 found 1 SUV with a fully involved engine compartment.  E1 utilized its rear foam pre-connected line and extinguished the fire.  No additional hazards were present.  E1 remained on scene to overhaul the vehicle and ensure the fire was completely out before returning to quarters.

Monday, January 30 at approximately 5:37 pm:

E2 and R1 were dispatched for a personal injury accident; motorcycle vs car. Upon arrival, one PT was found laying the roadway, ejected from the motorcycle. Crews performed basic life support skills including PT assessment and spinal immobilization. The PT did not have any critical injuries, and care was transferred to EMS before being loaded into the ambulance for non-emergency transport to an area hospital.

Monday, January 30 at approximately 5:51 pm:

E3 responded to report of PIA with one PT on the ground. E3 arrived on scene and found multiple vehicles involved in the wreck. E3 established Incident Command and began assessing the scene. No other patients were found beyond the one on the ground. R1 arrived on the scene after clearing from the previous wreck. Due to the initial dispatch information as well as the previous wreck on the interstate creating traffic issues, Life Flight was requested, and R1’s crew assisted in setting up a landing zone. E2 arrived on scene and command was transferred to E2’s officer so that E3’s crew could focus on PT care. The PT was stabilized and prepared for transport. Once Life Flight lifted off, all fire apparatus returned to service.

Monday, January 30 at approximately 11:07 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival E3 found 1 PT lying on the ground with obvious deformities to their leg. The PT stated that they had fallen at about 8:00 pm but that they had to crawl approximately 60 feet in order to call for help. E3 performed PT assessment and Basic Life Support to include stabilization of the injury and preparing the PT for transport. PT care was transferred to EMS before the PT was loaded into an ambulance for transport to an area hospital.

Thursday, January 2 at approximately 5:04 pm:

E1 was dispatched to a grass fire at the 73 mile marker on Interstate 65. Upon arrival crew members found a 20 x 30 area on the shoulder of the interstate on fire. A 1 3/4 inch hoseline was utilized to extinguish the fire. Due to the location of the fire, Nashville Fire had also been dispatched. While E1 was extinguishing the fire, NFD arrived on the scene and assisted with extinguishment. Once the fire was out E1 returned to quarters.

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 22 through January 27, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s Emergency responses for the period of January 22 through January 27, 2012.

We responded to 36 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 28

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 2

Good Intent: 2

False Call: 2

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Monday, January 23 at 7:16 am:

E4 was dispatched on a report of a trampoline entangled in power lines. Upon arrival E4 found the trampoline entangled in telephone and cable lines. It had been blown up there the previous evening by local storm activity. E4’s officer requested dispatch to notify the telephone company before clearing the scene and returning to quarters.

Tuesday, January 24 at approximately 1:31 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of an unresponsive person. Upon arrival, E2 found 1 PT exhibiting snoring respirations and a pulse, but were not able to rouse the PT. Vital signs were obtained, including blood glucose level, which was extremely low. Family members in the home stated that the PT was diabetic. E2 crew began Advanced Life Support to include oxygen therapy, IV access and intravenous administration of 50% dextrose solution. PT’s blood glucose level improved, but the PT did not immediately regain consciousness. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and E2 assisted with packaging the PT and loading them into the ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital.

Tuesday, January 24 at approximately 9:31 pm:

E1, E3, and C3 were dispatched for possible natural gas leak in a home.  E1 arrived on scene first and utilized their gas monitor to determine if any hazards were present.  A strange odor was noted by fire personnel upon entry into the residence, but the gas monitor did not detect anything. The source of the smell was isolated to the kitchen area but it did not seem to be consistent with the odor of natural gas.  Crew members were able to rule out all potential sources for a natural gas leak, so E3 was released from the scene to return to quarters.  The source of the smell was identified as a vent for the gas stove.  Crew members traced the other end of the vent to an equipment shed that was built under the rear deck of the home, which contained gasoline containers and small equipment.  The gas monitor confirmed that there were explosive gases in this area. It was determined that fumes from the flammable liquids storage were backing up through the stove vent and into the home.  The occupant was advised to allow fire crews immediately ventilate this area, remove gas cans, and have the vent relocated by a contractor to an area of open air.  Once the area was confirmed clear by the gas monitor, all remaining BFR units cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

 

Thursday, January 26 at approximately 2:32 pm:

E4 and R1 were dispatched emergency traffic to a PIA at the intersection of Concord Rd. and Bluff Rd.  R1 was cancelled en-route and proceeded back to Station 2 non-emergency.  R1 was driving approximately 30 mph when a Ford F-150 ran a stop sign and came into R1's lane of traffic.  R1 attempted to swerve out of the way but with nowhere to go R1's right front bumper made contact with the left front bumper of the Ford F-150.  There was damage to both R1 and to the F-150.  R1 came to a stop in the grass on the other side of the road.  The occupants of R1 were both wearing their seatbelts and were uninjured.  The driver of the F-150 was also uninjured and stated he was restrained at the time of the incident.  R1 was released by BPD and departed to station 1.  The driver of the F-150 drove his vehicle from the scene.    

Friday, January 27 at approximately 12:46 am:

All BFR units were dispatched on a reported Structure Fire. E1 arrived on the scene first, established Incident Command, and reported fire showing from the A/D (right front) side roof at the electrical weather head and from the floor above the garage. Crews from E1 and L1 pulled the cross lay from E1 and made entry to the fire floor. E1’s officer walked around the structure and reported no extension to the main part of the home. L1 and E1 crews made fire attack through the side C (back) door next to the garage. E2 arrived on the scene and pulled a second line to the front door and made entry to the kitchen, which was next to the fire room. The fire was extinguished and no extension was found. E4 and E3 carried out salvage and overhaul.

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 16 through January 21, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 16 through January 21, 2012.

We responded to 41 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 3

EMS/Rescue: 25

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 2

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 6

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Tuesday, January 17 at approximately 7:22 pm:

E1 and C3 were dispatched on a report of an unresponsive infant. Prior to units arriving on scene, the parent administered CPR and the infant had regained spontaneous breathing. The infant was transported to an area hospital for further evaluation. All BFR units went available and returned to quarters.

Wednesday, January 18 at approximately 5:26 pm:

Brentwood E3 was dispatched for mutual aid for Franklin Fire on a reported structure fire. The fire was found to be out upon arrival of the first due Franklin units, and as a result E3 was released from the scene soon after.

Friday, January 20 at approximately 7:46 am:

E4 was dispatched to a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, crew members found 1 PT unresponsive, pulseless and apneic. Advance Life Support was initiated, including endotracheal intubation, CPR and utilization of a bag valve mask coupled with oxygen. The PT was transferred to EMS and loaded into the waiting ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital with one Fire Fighter on board to provide continued care while en route.

Friday, January 20 at approximately 11:27 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a tractor on fire. While enroute, dispatch notified E2 that the tractor had fallen into a burn pit. Upon arriving on scene, crew members found a tractor in a burn pit with a small fire showing. As E2 pulled up, another tractor used a tow strap to pull the tractor out of the pit. The tractor suffered damage to two tires and exterior lights. They had been burning pallets and while pushing them into the pit he was unable to get traction to back out, thus he slid into the fire. With the hazard mitigated, E2 returned to quarters.

Saturday, January 21 at approximately 5:49 am:

E4 was dispatched on a report of electrical arcing at the weatherhead of this residence. Upon arrival personnel were met by the homeowner who told personnel that as they were preparing to leave the house, the garage lights had flickered strangely. They then looked outside to where the electrical lines came into the residence and saw significant arcing from the weatherhead. E4 personnel saw no arcing, but notified the appropriate electrical company for an inspection. Personnel also checked the exterior and interior of the house around the weatherhead and main panel visually and with the TIC. No hazards were found. E4 disabled power to the residence at the main breaker panel, then remained on the scene to monitor and wait for the electrical company to arrive. They proceeded to repair the problem and also released E4 from the scene. E4 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Saturday, January 21 at approximately 8:32 pm:

E1 and E2 were dispatched for an inside investigation at a home due to the residents reporting smoke inside the structure. E1 arrived on scene, saw no signs of smoke from outside the residence, and established Incident Command. Crew members utilized the TIC to help search the home for any signs of fire, and E2 was cancelled as it became apparent the home was not on fire. Further investigation by fire personnel revealed that a wall heater had overheated and begun to melt. E1 removed the unit from the home, and thoroughly checked the area for extension. With no further hazards found, Command was terminated; all units were released from the scene and returned to quarters.