Press Release from the Ste Genevieve County Fire District
STE. GENEVIEVE — Last Tuesday, just after 4:00 p.m., units from Stations 5, 2, 3, and 7, along with automatic aid from the Jefferson R-7 Fire Protection District and Ste Genevieve Fire District, were dispatched to an address in the area of South Drive for a reported structure fire.
While en route, crews were advised of a detached shed that was heavily involved in fire. The first-arriving pumper reported detached shed with heavy fire showing throughout.
Firefighters quickly deployed two handlines and initiated a defensive fire attack to contain the fire and protect nearby exposures. Due to the volume of fire, a second alarm was requested, bringing in additional personnel to assist with suppression and overhaul operations.
Thankfully, there were no injuries reported. However, the structure was deemed a total loss.
We would like to thank all mutual aid agencies for their assistance on this incident.