AFD response details for Cooper's townhouse fire

Please refer to the following details below for an Airdrie Fire Department response on June 27.

Time of call: 7:56 a.m.
Reported as: Townhouse fire
Location: Cooper's Crossing
AFD resources: 3 apparatus and 12 firefighters
Injuries: One firefighter sustained a minor ankle injury. No other injuries reported.

Additional response details:

• Airdrie Fire responded to a four unit townhouse where a fire had started on the main floor of one unit.
• The homeowner was away when the fire broke out but used information obtained from a security camera to update 911 about the alarm.
• The quick work of fire crews ensured the fire was contained to the main floor of the primary unit, with minimal damage to adjacent units.
• Four nearby residents were evacuated temporarily, as a precaution.
• An investigation will be conducted by the Fire Prevention Bureau.

Media Contact:
Mike Pirie
Fire Chief
403.948.8880