Field Fire

 
By Deputy Chief Chris Howell
March 26, 2026
 

Yesterday at 4:42 pm, Pingree Grove & Countryside responded to a Field Fire on Bowes Rd, east of Muirhead Rd. Prior to Pingree's Arrival, Units were informed that the Fire was approximately 20'x50', spreading and getting into the Trees. On arrival, personnel deployed two 1.75-inch Hose Lines and, with the Brush Truck, started Extinguishment. The Fire was under control within 30 minutes, and Fire Units were on the scene for under an hour. Westbound Bowes was closed for about 45 minutes.

Responding for Pingree Grove:
- Engine 1214
- Engine 1213
- Brush 1233
- Tender 1223
- Utility 1234
- Chief 1201
- Chief 1202

Assisting Pingree:
- Burlington Ambulance 1351
- South Elgin Chief 200