Date/Time: May 6, 2021 at 12:46 p.m.
Location: 17400 Block of Seville Court, City of Fontana
Incident: 2-Alarm Residential Fire
This afternoon, May 6, 2021, San Bernardino County Fire (SBCoFD) crews were dispatched to a reported residential fire in the 17400 block of Seville Court in Fontana.
Crews from #SBCoFD Station 71 quickly arrived on-scene to find an exterior fire that had extended to two single family residences. Due to the large amount of fire, a second alarm was struck to bring additional crews to the scene. Firefighters initiated an aggressive attack, working to suppress the fires in both occupancies.
Arriving crews found the fire had extended into the garage, living space and attic of one house. The other home was immediately threatened by fire extending into the eves and attic. With additional resources arriving firefighters were able to gain the upper hand within 20 minutes of arrival. Crews completed searches of the homes, which both came up negative.
San Bernardino County Fire responded with 5 Engines, 2 Truck Companies, a Medic Squad, 2 Chief Officers and a Fire Investigator. Rialto Fire provided mutual aid.
