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=====C-64 Lumberyard Fires======
===Emergency Manual=== 
==Date Revised: 02/01/2018==
<sub>Last Modified: ~~LASTMOD~~ </sub>

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**Policy/Procedure** 

**1.** The first unit on scene shall establish Command and give a condition report including extent of fire.

**2.** As lumberyard fires typically spread rapidly, Command shall consider additional equipment, manpower, and water supply early in the fire.

**3.** Fire personnel shall lay supply lines as needed. Initial fire streams from 2 ½” or larger hoselines shall be initially placed on the leeward (down wind) side of the fire to prevent fire spread.

  * **NOTE:** It is understood that this may be a punishing position to operate from; however, it is usually the best tactical position on the fireground. Fire personnel operating from such a position shall identify escape routes in advance and be prepared to utilize those routes at any time. Fire personnel shall not operate from positions of entrapment.

**4.** If possible, the initial attack shall be made on exposed piles of lumber and buildings that are threatened. Later arriving companies shall attack the main body of fire.

  * **NOTE:** It is important to get ahead of the fire, especially if the wind is a factor.

**5.** Command shall request the response of additional units to patrol the area for spot fires.

  * **NOTE:** These fires can produce flying brands and sparks that can start fires a considerable distance away.

**6.** During overhaul, crews shall be mindful of the potential collapse of piles of lumber. Bulldozers or end-loaders will be helpful in turning over piles that need to be fully extinguished.


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