(12 Pictures)

Photos provided by Matt Hodge of Battalion 5 Photography

Monroe FD responded to a structure fire in a two-family residence on Rt 17m. An aggressive interior attack limited damage to the room and floor of origin. The cause of the fire is believed to be from decorative Christmas lights.

Firefighter Aldo Chiappetta (left) and a Harriman Firefighter (center)  outside the front door

Firefighter Richard Draiss (left), Assistant Chief Vini Tankasali (center) , Firefighter John Lewis (facing forward, right) awaiting the Arson Investigators

Various Monroe Firefighters awaiting the outcome of the innvestigators

Monroe Engine 537

Ex-Chief John Karl III and Firefighter Ronald Svrchek packing the 5 inch supply line on Engine 537

Monroe firefighters breaking down the 5 inch supply line

A Monroe firefighter returning back to his rig after extinguishing the fire. Seen in the background is Fire Chief Jeff Mahran at the command post. (top and bottom photos)

The exposure B-side, second floor window.  This is also the area of fire origin

Front shot of Monroe Engine 537 and a Harriman Engine

Firefighters Barry McCarthy and Richard Draiss breaking down the supply line (top and bottom photos)