Firefighters rushed to extinguish a blaze at a Ramfos Pl residence after a welding mishap sparked flames within the walls and attic of a single-story home. According to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department's incident report, smoke was seen billowing from the building upon their arrival. The fire, which began while one of the occupants was welding in the bathroom, was contained before causing widespread damage or necessitating evacuations.
Efforts to quickly to put out the fire were effective, as crews managed to douse the flames that were actively consuming portions of the wall and attic space. There was a total of 25 personnel on the scene including 4 engine companies and 1 truck. A SDFD statement acknowledged the support provided by neighboring agencies, extending thanks to the City of Chula Vista, and the City of National City for their assistance in the firefighting operation.
No injuries were reported from the incident at 2715 Ramfos Pl, where emergency services responded with a medic on site. Yet to be assigned a fire investigator, the extent of the damage caused by the fire remains unknown. SDFD's record classified the incident under 'Structure Residential' and asserted that there were no evacuations, suggesting the scene was controlled efficiently.
The fire department deployed a comprehensive response, with 1 Supporting Agency, 3 Battalion Chiefs, and a Medic unit included in the mobilized team. With crews having acted decisively, the fire was extinguished without further incident. While the number of acres affected has not been disclosed, the lack of evacuations signifies a contained and localized intensity of the fire.
