Honolulu Firefighters Swiftly Extinguish Nanakuli Home Blaze
On Thursday evening, Honolulu firefighters responded quickly to extinguish a fire at a residence in Nanakuli. The incident occurred at approximately 5:50 p.m., when a concerned caller alerted emergency services to flames near Nanakuli Avenue and Mano Avenue.
Response from Firefighters
The Honolulu Fire Department mobilized 12 units and 37 personnel in response to the emergency call. Remarkably, the first firefighting unit arrived just three minutes after the initial alert.
Fire Details
Upon arrival, firefighters found a single-family home engulfed in flames. They promptly began battling the blaze and conducted a thorough search of the premises to ensure no occupants were inside. Thanks to their swift actions, the team gained control of the fire by 5:49 p.m. The blaze was fully extinguished by 6:06 p.m.
Investigation and Safety Reminder
The Honolulu Fire Department is currently investigating the cause and origin of the fire. They are also working to provide accurate damage estimates related to this incident.
- Incident Date: Thursday
- Time of Call: 5:50 p.m.
- First Unit Arrival: 5:53 p.m.
- Fire Under Control: 5:49 p.m.
- Fire Extinguished: 6:06 p.m.
- Personnel Deployed: 37 firefighters
Officials from the department underscore the importance of smoke alarms in every building to enhance safety. Keeping these devices in working order is crucial for early fire detection.
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