#AlexandriaWarehouseFire (VA)
Around noon on Monday, a witness called 911 then tried to put the fire out himself. The warehouse is located at 5892-801 S. Pickett in Alexandria, Virginia.
Witness reports have indicated this is a warehouse full of carpet and padding. Others say, it is full of chemicals and other toxins.
A water main break earliler in the morning caused water supply issues for first arriving crews. The problems still arise from the break as this fire incident continues.
A high level readings of hydrogen cyanide on the Delta side were reported, while the Alpha and Charlie sides remained clear. As of 1240 PST, they were still checking the Bravo side of the building.
Rehab has been heavily emphasized throughout this fire event for firefighters to make sure they are being rehydrated, eating and cleared before going back out on the line.
Charlie Division / Engine and Truck 209 is currently in the midst of Ladder Operations.
Resources on Scene: Engines 207, 203, 105, 426, 208, 205, 109, 201, 206. Trucks 405, 410, 411. EMS Task Force. Level 3 RIT. Engine Co Strike Team.
Their Supply Officer is working to bring in a hand-washing trailer since their resource of water source has been depleted from the original water main break. They are also working on bringing in sanitary resources for firefighters.
As of 1320 Hours PST: Units being released from Staging (per Radio traffic) Engines 203, 204, 207. Trucks 418, 426, 405. Rescue 426. Medic units 208, 422 and 409. Truck 410 is being released and placed back in service.
At 1325 Hours, radio traffic reported an injured firefighter is going to Mt. Vernon Hospital. Injuries unknown
Cause is Unknown at this time.
Information will be updated as more details on this fire is received.
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