At about 9:15 AM, on Monday, September 15th, Cherry Hill Firefighters responded to a reported fire set off by workmen on Scattergood Road, off Old Orchard Road. Upon arrival, they were informed by workmen that the fire was touched off as they were attending to the home's heating system in the basement. They further informed firefighters that the fire was also being fed by the gas pipe leading to the system. They also advised them that there was noone else in the dwelling at the time.
Firefighters entered the dwelling in near zero visibility due to the smoke condition and made their way to the basement with a handline. Firefighters from the first engine quickly extinguished the fire, and worked to control the gas valve, and checked for any fire extension. the fire had managed to work it's way up through a return air exchange vent built into the home. This fire extension, which made its' way to the attic, was uncovered by firefighters and extinguished. Other firefighters opened up the dwelling to alleviate the heavy smoke condition and systematically checked every room for any occupants. This fire is under investigation by the Cherry Hill Fire Marshal's Office.
