Earlier this morning, the Tyler Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Sybil Lane. Engine 8, Engine 10, Engine 7, Ladder 2, Battalion 2 and Fire Marshal 7 were initially dispatched and responded to the scene.
Engine 8 arrived at the residence minutes later and reported fire coming from the roof, and that it had partially collapsed. There was only a single occupant in the home, and they were able to get out on their own.
The fire in the attic presented a challenge for the firefighters as it moved from one side of the house to the other, eventually breaking free from a hole in the collapsed roof. Engine 2 and Engine 9 were dispatched later in succession for more manpower on the fireground.
After a knockback of the fire, a control time was called at 12:58AM. All units were clear by 3:08AM. Tyler Police, and UT EMS also responded to the scene. Fire Marshals with the Tyler Fire Department are investigating the source of the fire.
Earlier this morning, the Tyler Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Sybil Lane. Engine 8, Engine 10, Engine 7, Ladder 2, Battalion 2, and Fire Marshal 7 were dispatched. Upon arrival, Engine 8 reported seeing flames from the roof which had partially collapsed. Fortunately, there was only one occupant who had already exited the residence.
The firefighters faced a challenge in controlling the fire as it spread from one side of the house to the other and broke free from a hole in the collapsed roof. To assist in the effort, Engine 2 and Engine 9 were subsequently dispatched.
At 12:58 AM, a control time was announced after the fire was knocked back. All units cleared the scene by 3:08 AM. Tyler Police and UT EMS also responded to the fire. The Tyler Fire Department Fire Marshals are investigating the source of the fire.