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Marion County Fire Rescue saves woman from Vin Mar Hotel commercial structure fire, US
On Friday, 4 December 2020 at 18h09, Florida’s Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) units were dispatched to reports of a commercial structure fire at the Vin Mar Hotel in the 5000 block of Abshier Blvd, Belleview. The 911 caller reported that one of the room was on fire, it was unknown if any of the other rooms were occupied and bystanders were trying to put the fire out. At 18h14, Rescue 530 and Heavy Rescue 1 arrived on scene to find heavy flames in Rooms #1 and #2 with smoke billowing out of the entire building. Heavy 1 Lieutenant established command and directed a primary search. Fire fighters forced entry into all rooms and found an adult female who was confined to her bed. Quickly extricating her from the room, she was packaged in a rescue and transported to a local hospital for treatment of suspected smoke inhalation. Fire fighters were able to save two dogs from within the structure. While enroute to the scene, Division #1 struck a second alarm, ensuring adequate manpower to battle the blaze. Belleview Engine Company #18, Spruce Creek Truck Company #1, Villages Engine Company #10, Rolling Greens Engine Company #28 and Heavy Rescue #2 arrived on scene, aggressively attacking the fire with multiple hose lines. With precise tactics, crews were able to stop the blaze from spreading into adjoining rooms. The fire was called under control at 18h40.
The cause and origin of the fire is currently under investigation by the MCFR Fire Marshal. Fire Chief James Banta states, “I could be no prouder of the men and women of Marion County Fire Rescue this evening. Our fire fighters did exactly what our citizens expect in carrying out our mission of saving lives and protecting property. Relying on their training and muscle memory, Heavy 1 crews were able to complete a grab and administer immediate emergency care while enroute to the hospital.” Source: Marion County Fire Rescue |
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