Emporia, Kansas 1120975 — Emporia Fire Department was dispatched to 1402 Twilight Drive, Emporia, Kansas for a reported structure fire. Fire units responded to the scene and upon our arrival found a double wide trailer with moderate smoke coming from it. The occupants advised that their dog was still inside the home. Olpe Fire Department was responding for automatic aid.
Fire units entered the building with a single hose line. Fire conditions were found in the kitchen of the home and a quick knock down took place. The gas and electric to the home were turned off. Crews called for tools and tarps to start salvage and overhaul to check for extension. On doing the primary search the occupants dog was found. The dog was brought outside and crews utilized our FIDO bags (https://thefetchfoundation.com/home) to give aid to the dog. The owners would take the dog to the Emporia Veterinary Hospital for further care. Crews continued to work the scene and investigations started their tasks. The fire originated in the kitchen area.
Investigations has the fire under investigation at this time.
Responding Units:
Emporia Fire: (1) Command Vehicle, (2) Fire Engines, (1) Rescue Truck, (2) Ambulance, (3) Staff Vehicles
Olpe Fire Department: (1) Fire Engine
Emporia Police Department: (2) Patrol Cars, (3) Detectives
Evergy: (3) Trucks
Kansas Gas: (2) Trucks
For questions, please contact the Emporia Fire Department at (620) 343-4230.
Run # 1120975