75 Command with Asst. Chief Foster arrived at 10:23 hours and advised smoke showing from the exterior with an active fire in the kitchen, requesting the working fire upgrade. Engine 3 arrived at 10:26 hours, placing a 1 3/4" inch attack line in service through the front door and securing utilities. Tanker 4 arrived and established a water supply for Engine 3 while Engine 2 arrived and began ventilation and salvage.

Fire damage was confined to the kitchen area, however smoke damage was throughout the home. Asst. Chief Foster placed the scene under control at 10:36 hours with units remaining on scene until 11:13 hours for overhaul. Scene was turned over to the Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office for investigation.

Units responding: Engine 3, Tanker 4, Engine 2, Ambulance A-75, 75 Command, Sussex County Medic 101, Delaware State Fire Police, Delaware State Fire Marshal