Wellsboro Fire Department

On Tuesday afternoon 3/12/2024, Wellsboro Fire Department responded to assist Department 2 (Mansfield) with the report of a grass/brush fire which resulted in an exposure (house) becoming involved.

Chief 1-10 (McCarthy) responded directly to the incident from the Mansfield area while Tanker 1-5 responded with 3 personnel from Station 1. Personnel from Wellsboro assisted with Fire attack and overhaul. 3,000 gallons of water was delivered by the apparatus.

Department 1 was on scene for approximately an hour before returning to quarters. No injuries to personnel or civilians have been reported. Our thoughts are with the family who were involved in this incident.