As the sun was rising over Ardmore, firefighters were being alerted to a building fire on East Spring Avenue in Ardmore. An occupant was reporting their smoke detector activation with an odor then smoke visible in the third floor apartment. Engine 21 made the response to assist the Merion Fire Company of Ardmore. Upon arrival, we dropped 400' of 5" supply line and connected to a hydrant as a precaution. The crew made their way to the second floor apartment, forced entry and searched for occupants and signs of extension. The fire was knocked quickly and overhaul was performed. The engine was back in the station in just under an hour and a half. Units on location were:
Merion Fire Company of ardmore: Engine 25, Ladder 25 & Engine 25-1
