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The Chesterfield Fire Department was dispatched to 55250 Baker Rd on Wednesday afternoon for a structure fire.  Upon arrival, crews found a ranch style home with smoke showing from the entry door on the Alpha (front) side of the dwelling and the occupants standing outside.  A first alarm was requested as well as additional EMS units to provide shelter for the occupants due to inclement weather. Occupants stated that everybody was outside of the structure with the exception of three cats.  A primary and a secondary hose line were deployed to the front door on the Alpha side.  An interior attack was made for fire control and a primary search.  Upon entry, the interior crew found and quickly extinguished the fire which was located in one of the bedrooms.  A rapid primary search was conducted and an all clear and fire control were declared.  The entire structure including the attached garage and attic space were checked for fire extension and a secondary search of the dwelling was conducted finding two of the three cats which were returned to the homeowners.  The structure was vented horizontally with natural ventilation.  DTE as well as the Water Department were requested to the scene to secure the utilities and the propane tank for the house was shut off by fire crews.

Further investigation revealed that a primary electric line located on the Charlie (rear) side of the structure had fallen onto a service drop that extended from the pole to the house causing the entire structure to energize.  The homeowner stated that she heard a loud boom from the rear of the structure and that sparks started to come from all of the ceiling lights and wall outlets as the house stared to fill with black smoke.

The scene was turned over to the Fire Investigation Division to determine a cause and origin.  Upon completion by the Investigator, the home was returned to the homeowner.

Chesterfield Township Firefighters responded to a possible structure fire on Saturday January 7^th.   Occupants reported to 911 that the bedroom was on fire with batteries involved.   E-1 arrived on scene to find small 1 story, residential dwelling with moderate smoke showing.  E-1 establishing water supply, stretching 1-3/4 hose line for fire control and primary search.  E-3 arrived on scene and crew made entry for fire control.  Macomb E-3 arrived and tasked with additional 1-3/4 to backup, through the front door.  Selfridge E-4 assigned to RIT.  New Baltimore Ladder 1 assigned to staging.  Lenox E-2 held in level 1 staging.

Once fire was called under control, Lenox E-2 cleared from level 1 staging.   Salvage covers were used to cover a vehicle in garage. Positive Pressure Ventilation was used to clear the building of smoke.   Overhaul performed to identify hotspots.  Gas Company arrived on scene to verify gas meter was turned off.   Fire inspectors and building department notified.  DTE arrived to verify meter was shut off and isolate electrical.

Residents were escorted by FD personnel to retrieve needed items from inside home.  Board-up company was notified by homeowner.  Building was verified as secured. Damage was confined to a bedroom with heavy smoke throughout the rest of the home. One Firefighter was treated at McLaren Macomb for a minor injury.

Chesterfield Township Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to a structure fire on Anchor Drive, south of 21 Mile Road, on Dec 26, 2022 at 4:14 in the afternoon. First responders found a home fully engulfed in flames and showing heavy smoke. Police officers and firefighters entered the smoke-filled home and were able to clear the home of occupants. No first responders or citizens were injured in this house fire.

The Chesterfield Township Fire Department was aided by several local fire departments. These included Selfridge Fire Department, Macomb Township Fire Department, Mount Clemens Fire Department, Harrison Township Fire Department, New Haven Fire Department, and Lenox Township Fire Department.

The firefighters were able to rescue several house cats and a pet pig from the burning home. The home suffered heavy damage with much charring and smoke damage.

The Chesterfield Township Police Detective Bureau, along with Chesterfield Fire Department Investigators, are currently combing through the damaged home to determine the cause of the blaze.

Chesterfield Township Supervisor Bradley Kersten has declared a Snow Emergency beginning Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 4:00 AM through Friday, February 4, 2022 at 8:00 AM.

Per township ordinances, parking on public roads during a snow emergency is prohibited. No person shall park or leave any vehicle or trailer on a public road in the Township.

We ask for your cooperation with this declaration to assist the Macomb County Department of Roads plowing crews to help clear our roads quickly and efficiently. Enforcement is not our preferred method of action, however motor vehicles or trailers parked on any public road within the Township may be ticketed and/or removed by the Township or its agents if necessary.

All snow removal requests should be directed to the Macomb County Department of Roads at (586) 463-8671 or roads.macombgov.org.

Use the following link to reference the entire Snow Emergency Ordinance https://ecode360.com/30332125?highlight=snow%20emergency&searchId=3800975114416838#30332125

Chesterfield Township Fire and Police Departments were dispatched today at 5:12 AM to the 47000 block of Forbes Dr on reports of a house fire. Neighbors were awakened by the smell of smoke and smoke detector alarms sounding. The neighbors immediately called 911.

The first responders found the home full of smoke. Entry was made to the ranch style home and the 69-year-old male home owner was found unresponsive in the kitchen. He was transported to a local hospital and was later pronounced deceased. Fire fighters found minor damage to the home that was contained to the kitchen area.

The Chesterfield Twp Detectives and Fire Investigators are currently investigating this fire. The preliminary investigation is showing the victim suffered a medical problem which resulted in igniting the fire. The family of the victim has been informed of their loss.