The Shelton Fire Department is always looking for new volunteers. As a member you will be provided with all the necessary training and equipment. If you think you can handle the heat and would make a good firefighter click the button below to get started.
The Shelton Fire Department is always looking for new volunteers. As a member you will be provided with all the necessary training and equipment. If you think you can handle the heat and would make a good volunteer firefighter click the button below to get started.
Chief Officers
Paul Wilson
DEPUTY CHIEF
5,486
5 days ago
Delayed (issue with uploading content)***Press Release***Date: March 13, 2024Time : 10:59amLocation: Driftwood LaneNature: House fire (exterior)On the above date, time and location, Companies 5,1 and 3 of the Shelton Fire Department were alerted to a possible house on fire called in by the homeowner. While responding, the Dispatcher stated a second 911 call was received from the neighbor stating the outside of the house was on fire. Units were in the process of clearing a previous alarm so E32 was quickly on the scene. Initially there was no smoke or fire visible from the exterior. As crews approached, they noticed several areas on the front of the house that had melted siding and a burned up evergreen tree. As additional units arrived, crews checked the interior with thermal imaging cameras and confirmed there was no extensive into the home but there was a moderate smoke condition in the attic. After command spoke with the occupant, it was confirmed that she had extinguished the fire with her garden hose. Crews continued to ensure there was no hot spots as Echo Hose Ambulance evaluated the homeowner who refused transportation to the hospital. Once the smoke was evacuated and it was confirmed there was no CO in the home, crews returned to service. Engines 32, 52, 2, Ladder 51 and car 1 (Safety) operated under the command of Deputy Chief Wilson with approximately 14 members. The Fire Marshal was on scene to conduct the investigation and the home was deemed habitable.
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Chief Officers
Francis T. Jones III
FIRE CHIEF
Paul Wilson
DEPUTY CHIEF
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