Camper Fire – City of Richland Center

Camper Fire – City of Richland Center

On 03/23/2010, the Richland Center Fire Department responded to 1815 Hardy Drive in the city of Richland Center to a report of a camper on fire next to a residence.  When firefighters arrived they discovered a 40 ft long fifth wheel camper parked in the driveway directly adjacent to the residence.  Flames were showing in the area of the refrigeration unit.  The flames were suppressed quickly with damage primarily confined to the area of the refrigeration unit and the chimney pipe.  Firefighters used a Thermal Imaging Camera to check the camper for other area of fire extention.  No injuries to fire personnel were reported.  The department responded with Engine 705, Squad 708 and approximately 18 firefighters.