At 2046 hours, the structure assignment was struck for a working fire in 10’s 1st due. Companies 10, 11, 13, 560 & 85 RIT were dispatched to the 600 block of Cody Drive for a reported structure fire. Crews responding were advised there is confirmed entrapment which upgraded the assignment to add Ladder 12, Ladder 64, Engine 37, Engine 55 and a second MICU from 670. Prior to our arrivals, a Muhlenberg Twp Police Officer arrived and gained access into the home and found the resident just inside the door and was able to pull him to safety. Chief 10 arrived and took COMMAND. Fire was found venting out a 2nd floor rear window. Engine 10 arrived and a line was stretched and they also hooked to the hydrant right in front of the home. The crew from the 11 House assisted the members from Co 10 with fire suppression, Search & Rescue. We also went to the roof prior to Ladder 12 arriving and began the vertical vent process. Ladder 12 arrived and also went to the roof. The fire was quickly contained and held with one line. Crews were released and we were avail @ 0100 hours.
