Groton, Ct House Fire 6/9/21

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Cigarette causes blaze in Groton City basement, 7 displaced

Groton — Seven people were displaced after a discarded cigarette lit a couch on fire in a Groton City home, according to fire officials.The

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[johnd248]

Initial response: Engines 11, 21 and Tower Ladder 15 from City of Groton FD. Upon arrival with heavy smoke from the basement, a "Box Plus" assignment was transmitted with one engine from Poquonnock Bridge FD, one engine from Electric Boat FD, unit from Sub Base FD (FAST), Groton Ambulance, Lawrence and Memorial Hospital Paramedic, City of Groton PD.

 

[johnd248]

@1506: Units from City of Groton FD dispatched to same building for a haze in the basement; reported as possible re-kindle.