Five die in mobile home fire

At approximately a quarter before two am, the fire department received an alarm for a mobile home on fire.

Fire dispatch advised that there were victims inside according to the caller reporting the incident.

Crews arrived shortly there after to find a mobile home fully engulfed in flames. The fire crews immediately started search and rescue as well fire suppression operations.

Our worst nightmare was confirmed when crews located several bodies inside the gutted structure. It was confirmed that there were 5 fatalities, including 4 children and one adult.


Meanwhile, EMS crews transported a total of 6 patients that included four children and two adults, who suffered smoke inhalation injuries and various lacerations to a local hospital where they are expected to recover.

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time as the fire department arson division conducts an investigation.

The thoughts and prayers of the fire department go out to the families affected by this tragic event.

As a reminder, please ensure that you have smoke alarms in your homes and ensure that they are in working order. Also, remember to practice fire safety and prevention measures in the home.

Morning Briefing for 01/08/08

The following events took place over the weekend:
01/05/08 - 04:45 - Gunshot - 2000 Quail Creek - Two individuls shot one transported with two gunshot wounds to local hospital in sable condition.

01/06/08 - 10:47 - Motor Vehicle Accident - Ranch Viejo at Potranca - One vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle and a chain link fence. Driver loses control and collides with fence. Driver extricated and transported to local hospital.