The East Whiteland Volunteer Fire Association and Malvern Fire Company were dispatched for a house fire in the unit block of Diane Dr. in the Malvern section of East Whiteland Township at 12 Noon. First arriving units encountered smoke and fire showing from a 1 story rancher type home.
Berwyn Tower 2 responded as the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) to monitor fire conditions. The RIT is in place to ensure protection for firefighters operating in and around the scene in the event of a building collapse or other emergency.
The Chester County Fire Marshal's Office and the East Whiteland Twp. Fire Marshal's Office are investigating the cause of the fire. The home sustained significant damage that displaced the residents.
There was no reported firefighter or civilian injuries. Tower 2 was clear of the scene by 1:39 p.m.
Units:
East Whiteland, Malvern, Berwyn, East Whiteland Twp. Fire Marshal's Office, & the Chester County Fire Marshal's Office
Firefighters from Tower 2 standby on Diane Drive in East Whiteland Twp. Photo courtesy of Malvern Patch.
Chief Matthew Norris leads the crew from Tower 2. Photo courtesy of Malvern Patch.
Lt. Sheryl Drach carrying a saw up to the fire scene. Photo courtesy of Malvern Patch.
First arriving units encountered fire showing from the rear of the home. Photo courtesy of East Whiteland Vol. Fire Association.
