Botsford, CT - The Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Company #1 operated alongside multiple Newtown-area fire companies following reports of a structure fire on August 26 in Fairfield County.

At approximately 1220 hours, all Newtown fire companies were dispatched to a reported structure fire on Pebble Road. First-arriving units confirmed a working fire in the garage area of the residence, with the incident quickly escalating to an active fire attack assignment. Initial responding police units ensured all occupants had safely exited the home, while it was also reported that two pet cats were unaccounted for at the time of arrival.

Incident command was established by the first arriving chief officer, with the Newtown Hook & Ladder and other responding companies immediately initiating interior fire suppression operations. Engine companies advanced the first handline into the structure, while a second line was deployed to the rear to prevent fire extension. Water supply operations were supported through tanker shuttle and engine-to-tanker relay, ensuring a continuous supply to the fireground.

The Dodgingtown Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 Inc. assisted with tanker operations, helping maintain suppression efforts as crews worked to contain the fire to the garage area. Coordinated interior and exterior operations proved effective in preventing extension into the main living quarters.

During the incident, one cat was located alive by firefighters inside the structure and was safely removed. The second cat, an indoor/outdoor pet, is believed to have escaped the structure and is expected to return home. No firefighter injuries were reported.

On August 26 in Newtown, Fairfield County, the fire was brought under control within approximately 35 minutes of dispatch, with the incident declared under control at 1255 hours. Additional support was provided by mutual aid partners including Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue.

The Newtown Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause and origin of the fire. Officials credited the rapid response and coordinated multi-company operations for the successful stop, limiting damage primarily to the garage area and preventing a more significant loss to the home.