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GBFD responds mutual aid to Katonah Fire Dept for a large area brush fire
By Captain Tyler Dente
November 9, 2015
On Monday, November 9th, Katonah fire was dispatched to a reported brush fire. After an extensive search, the fire was located on Cedar Road South. First arriving units called for mutual aid tankers due to the rapid progression of the fire. Tankers from Golden's Bridge, Bedford Hills, Somers, and South salem were called in. In addition, multiple engines, brush units, and mini-attacks were used, due. Westchester County PD provided air support, giving progress reports on fire containment and extinguishment. Tanker 1 spent its time on scene supplying MA-9, which provided water to approximately 1000 feet of forestry hose, and lighting to a staging area.
Units:
T1, C2143, C2144, C2145
Tanker 1 providing additional scene lighting to the area
Car 2032/MA9
difficult terrain and long hose lays made for hard work