43 with the Quick Knock on Potential Dwelling Fire

On June12th, a severe line of thunderstorms rolled through the area. Station 43 and 39 were dispatched to an auto alarm in the Sun Valley section of town. while responding to that call 43 was advised of a potential dwelling fire in the Birches III development. Station 39 handled the Auto Alarm with 43 heading to the second call with 27 also added.
43-4-4 with a crew of 3 arrived first with a Station 34 officer that happened to be in the area. Units on scene found a smoke condition inside the residence with smoke coming from the eaves of the home.
43-1-2 arrived on scene and deployed a 2.5" down the 200 foot driveway to the home to a gated wye to a 1 3/4" line
Crews entered the home with the Thermal Came and located a hot spot in the ceiling of the loft area on the second division. The Interior Crew made access to the ceiling area and located a small fire in the insulation with extension to the roof itself. This area was hit with the water can. Another crew made access tot he roof area and found it all clear.
The homeowners were very greatful for our quick action as the loft area contained numerous pieces of art paint by the homeowner.
Appers that a wire in the ceiling either shorted or had a surge through it causing the small fire. Great job by everyone on scene given the heavy downpours we had to work in.