Thick black smoke and a fast-moving fire engulfed a home near Township Road 542 and Range Road 34 around 4 p.m. on Nov. 27.
Emergency tones alerted Dewberry Fire & Rescue, Clandonald Fire, Marwayne Fire, and County fire units.
First responders arrived at the home to find the upper level fully engulfed with flames shooting through the roof. Thankfully, all four occupants, including three children, were safe and accounted for. Crews quickly transitioned into action, setting up attack lines to stop the fire’s spread.
Increased emergency traffic around Highway 897 and Township Road 542 prompted officials to issue a Voyent Alert. Authorities urged drivers to exercise caution in the area. Freezing temperatures challenged crews, but firefighters pressed on.
By 6 p.m., they had extinguished most of the blaze. Dewberry Deputy Chief Ken Haney later declared the fire under control.
Support came from Kitscoty RCMP, ATCO Power, County of Vermilion River Gas, and Medavie Health Services West. Crews remained on-scene for hours, conducting salvage and overhaul.
By 10 p.m., all teams had returned to their stations. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Thanks go to EC911 Dispatchers, volunteers, and neighbors for their support. First responders acted swiftly, ensuring safety and minimizing loss.
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