At 1700 on July 29, 2023, Cheswold, Dover, Leipsic, St. Francis EMS and Kent County EMS were alerted for a house fire in the Nobles Pond neighborhood. Deputy Chief Josh Dempsey arrived on scene and reported fire showing from the garage. Engine 43-3 arrived and split their crew, placing lines into the garage and house. Crews from Dover and Leipsic arrived, placed additional lines in service, searched and performed ventilation. Little Creek also responded to the scene while Clayton and Hartly covered Cheswold. As units were clearing this call, a storm hit the area and these companies spent the next hour responding to several emergencies.
– Submitted by Tucker Dempsey, Director, Delaware State Fire School
