On the evening of February 28th, shortly after 9 p.m., a working fire was ordered for 82 Inman St, a 2 story, wood-frame, mansard residence. The fire on floor 2 was quickly contained and extinguished. Firefighters overhauled, ventilated, and opened up to ensure that the fire in concealed spaces was completeley extinguished. Searches of all floors were completed to ensure that all residents had safely evacuated the building.
No injuries were reported and the cause was under investigation.
Group 2 was on duty.
Four engine companies, 3 ladder companies, 3 squads, Rescue 1, and two Division Chiefs worked at the fire.
Somerville Fire companies covered in Cambridge during the fire.
Pro EMS stood by on scene for potential medical emergencies as needed.
Cambridge ISD (Inspectional Services) also responded.
Photos are attached, courtesy of Boston492 Fire Photos.
First-due Engine 5 from the Inman Square Fire House is shown located in front of the fire building
Ladders 1 and 3 are shown with aerial ladders deployed to the roof of the fire building
Firefighters on scene at the working fire on Inman Street making entry into the building
Incident Command (Division 1 and 2) at the Working Fire on Inman Street