The firefighters extinguished the fire and discovered the culprit as loose mortar that allowed the heat and flame to penetrate into the interior wall. In 1984, as a public service, firefighters went to the residence and inspected the chimney. Seven firefighters were injured including Jack Hughes, second driver on Engine 14 C, who suffered from severe smoke inhalation and heat exhaustion while fighting fire. All injured firefighters recovered and returned to active duty. For Hughes, returning meant assuming his gourmet cooking duty, as well as other firefighting jobs.
Meal time is a highlight for C shift firefighters.
Jack also manages the eating fund finances so well, that the budget hasn't run in deficit for years. And the food lockers are so well stocked with canned goods that the crew can hardly squeeze more food in. Upon arrival at the scene, firefighters quickly dismounted, grabbed the resuscitator, and rushed into the house. As the Captain headed toward the house, his crew was returning with the resuscitator in hand. The Captain ordered the firefighters back into the house, telling them not to give up on a baby.