Norwich 3rd Alarm 01-15-09

Around 17:20; Norwich fire responded to 58 Hobart Ave, for a reported possible structure fire. On arrival nothing visible. Within min's a working fire was transmitted for the 3rd floor. The house was set on a hill, with about a 15' high walkway to the home. Crews found fire on the 3rd floor and reported fire below them in the floor. Condition deteriorated an took hold of the 3rd floor. Crews made a good push but were unable to gain control until the vent was made. Soon after the main body of fire was knocked down. For a while crews hunted down the hidden pockets of fire. The Temp was about 9degs out, with icing conditions. Companies on scene, Norwich, Mohegan Tribe, Taftville, East Great Plans and Laural hill do to the weather conditions extra companies were requested. The 3rd floor starts to light up

Engine co making the stretch to the 3rd floor (coveted attic)