Murdock Avenue [11-5-12]

Just after three in the afternoon on November 5th, the Oceanside Fire Department was dispatched to 3330 Murdock avenue [Royal Avenue as the cross street]. As Oceanside and storm related standby units began to arrive near Murdock Avenue they were met with a noticeable smoke condition. Upon arriving on scene, units were met with two cars fully involved in a driveway and extending to neighboring homes. At least two lines were stretched and put into operation [one of off Oceanside engine 249 and another off of Good Will Rescue 315] to fight the fire. Within minutes, firefighters were able to knock down the main body of fire and keep the fire from extending into the homes. Extensive overhaul was performed to ensure the homes were not further damaged. Mutual aid originally called for a Baldwin FAST truck to the scene but all mutual aid units were disregarded. One of the vehicle owners was checked out by medical staff on scene. All operating fire department units were under the command of Oceanside Chief of Department Tommy Bettes.