A trash truck experienced a severe fire while making its rounds on Thursday morning December 5, on Andrew Drive in Spring Township. Additional information indicated that the truck was carrying 50 gallons of diesel fuel and hydraulic fluid. Accordingly, TSFR Engine 85 and Tanker 85, Wyomissing Ladder 79 and Western Berks FD Ladder were dispatched. Fire Police LT 64 from West Reading was in the area and arrived to report the truck to be well involved.
E855 arrived and confirmed the report. Personnel stretched the bumper hose line and attacked the fire assisted by L79 and L18 crews. TN85 assisted with water supply. The fire was knocked down in good order and the overhauled. Members also applied absorbent material to the spill of automotive fluids to prevent all but a very minor amount from entering a storm drain. The Township Fire Marshal conducted the investigation and West Side Emergency Mgt was also summoned to the scene. Township Public Works also responded to apply salt to the resulting icy condition on the street.
