Press Release
September 20, 2023
Incident Type: Structure Fire
Branford, CT 06405
Time of Alarm: 1806 Hrs
Under Control: 1930 Hrs
Description of Incident:
Branford, Connecticut — The Branford Fire Department responded last evening at approximately 1806 hours to a reported structure fire at 18 Totoket Road, a single-family residence. Upon arrival of fire department units encountered a well advanced fire on the second floor. Initial reports were that there may be a single occupant inside the structure. It was discovered by fire department units that all occupants were accounted for and safely outside of the structure. One of the occupants did sustain minor injuries and was evaluated by medical personnel on scene. Currently the occupants of 18 Totoket Road have been displaced and the residence has been deemed uninhabitable by the Town of Branford Building Official. Firefighters from the Guilford Fire Department responded to provide mutual aid assistance. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Civilian Injuries: Yes
Emergency Service Personnel Injuries: No
Special Circumstances: None
Fire Cause: Under Investigation
Incident Commander: Deputy Chief Pepe
Fire Investigator: Fire Marshal Dobuzinsky
Media Point of Contact: Fire Chief / DFM Mahoney
