Pageland firefighters were on the scene of an automatic aid working structure fire this morning on the 800 block of West Mcgregor St. A fully involved wood frame building adjacent to a single family dwelling was found on arrival. Crews went to work protecting the exposed home and establishing a water supply at a nearby hydrant to extinguish the fire building. Engine 2 Firefighters brought the fire under control within 10 minutes of arrival and completed overhaul with the assistance of a host of automatic aid firefighters. The cause and origin of the fire is under investigation.
The South Carolina law enforcement division and the Pageland police department are assisting in the investigation of the fire. Pageland Fire Dept. was assisted by High Point fire district, Sandhill Fire Dept. and Med Shore EMS with 1 ladder company, four engine companies, 1 rescue company and an ALS ambulance. 26 firefighters were on scene. We appreciate the assistance from our automatic aid partners!
