This morning at approximately 2 a.m., Butte and Palmer Fire
departments responded to an airplane hangar fire at E17901 Maude
Road in Butte. Four firefighters from Palmer, three firefighters
from Butte, and one medic were screened for smoke inhalation at
Mat-Su Regional Hospital.
All responders have been evaluated. Two remain at the hospital
under evaluation and are expected to be released by noon or
earlier. One responder was admitted to the hospital.
The cause and origin of the fire is under investigation by the
State Fire Marshal. Three airplanes may have been lost.
“The safety of our first responders is our first priority, and
we're thankful for the quick action by our medics and the Mat-Su
Regional Hospital,” said incident commander John McNutt. |
