PORTAGE — Brave Nunda firefighters made a heroic rooftop rescue in the early hours of Friday, carrying two trapped women through thick clouds of seemingly impenetrable smoke and down a ladder and to safety. Firefighters Travis Rawleigh and Travis Deiter, along with Chief Rob Walker, were some of the first firefighters on scene as smoke quickly engulfed the two story structure. They were only able to discover the pinned women because of their … [Read more...]
Suspicious Fire Ruins Historic House in Nunda
NUNDA – Local fire departments and the Livingston County Sheriff's Office are investigating a sudden blaze in the village of Nunda that destroyed the upper levels of a large, historic house. According to Nunda Fire Chief Rob Walker, the old architecture of 42 South State Street contributed to its destruction. The Chief said on scene that it was built 'baloon style,' meaning that the middle of the structure is open, with very few rooms in the … [Read more...]
Suspicious Blaze Destroys Building at Nunda Lumber
NUNDA – Flames towered over the Nunda Lumber store early Saturday morning, sparking an immediate response from several Livingston County fire departments. Emergency responders say that by the time they arrived at approximately 5:40a.m., a large storage building was completely engulfed in flame. According to store employees, the building housed rental materials, chlorine, cedar shingles, rolled roofing, insulation board, and plumbing … [Read more...]