Monday, 9 September 2013

Update Airedale International Air Conditioning Fire at Rawdon

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West Yorkshire Fire Service deployed 15 Pumping appliances, 3 Aerial Ladder Platforms, High Volume Pumping Unit, Hose Layers, Command Unit, Logistical Support Unit and Welfare unit to the scene. There were 13 Ground Monitors, 8 Large jets and 13 Breathing apparatus sets used. Crews also used open water sources and used 4 Ultra LPP's and 2 LPP's.

ALP crew tackle the fire from height
A detailed investigation into what caused the fire, is continuing. Mr Parkman  (Managing Director)said: “Airedale is extremely grateful that due to early intervention, the fire service has been able to save large parts of the premises. Airedale is working with the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to ascertain the cause.

Gipton Pump supplies water to the fireground