Update from Stafford fire and rescue
Just after 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 24th, the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department (SCFR) was dispatched for a reported residential structure fire in the 00 block of Shore Drive in the Widewater area of Stafford County. Due to the location of the residence and it’s proximity to Aquia Creek, mutual aid was requested from Quantico Fire and Emergency Services as well as fireboats from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, Prince William Fire and Rescue and Charles County Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
First arriving units reported smoke showing from the eaves of a single-story house. Upon entry, units found and extinguished fire on the first floor and in the attic. SCFR units were assisted on scene by units from Quantico Fire and Emergency Services. All fireboats were returned to service prior to their arrival at the scene.
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