Working House Fire in Newton

Just before 3pm this afternoon I responded to a house fire on Brookline Street in Newton. The fire started in the kitchen and extended to the attic area but was quickly knocked down. I shot several photos of the Firefighters and apparatus but got the above photo just as I was about to leave. Proof that the sympathy is not limited to humans.

Relying on Sources

I responded to a reported police involved shooting in West Newton earlier tonight after receiving the call in my pager. The ride took about 20 minutes and I expected to see a lot of activity but what I found was a few cruisers parked on a side street and some news teams. Come to find out that the incident was only a person that had run from the police after a routine car stop. No pursuit, no shooting and no drama. However, at the time I was standing on a dark street with nothing going on, a real shooting occured in Roslindale which would have been about a 7 minute response for me. Lesson learned is rely on verified information before going on a wild goose chase. Hats off to fellow photographer Mike Flynn for getting the Rozzie photos.

Getting In Gear

The past few months I have pretty much stuck to my local area for chasing news events. Cold, snow and other issues were to blame but I decided I need to get my butt in gear and do more. Hopefully I will have at least one post a day but we will see!

Child Calls 911 Reporting His House On Fire

Two children were found home alone after one of them called 911 reporting his house was on fire about 3pm. Ladder 25 reported fire showing at 46 June Street in Roslindale and a 2nd alarm was ordered by Car 10. Both children are safe.