Stratford 2nd alarm 361-63 Canaan Rd. dwelling fire

05/29/18 Stratford, CT - Firefighters were called to 361 Canaan Rd. for an occupied dwelling fire with report of people trapped. Companies arriving found heavy fire on the rear porches rapidly extending into the eves and attic. Firefighters made an interior attach stretching multiple hand lines. They were unable to make headway and were pulled out about a half hour into the blaze. An additional mutual aid company from Bridgeport was called to the scene as companies transitioned to a defensive attack. The fire took over the entire attic and third floor before being brought under control. Companies remained on scene performing extensive overhaul. No one was injured in the blaze and the cause is under investigation. Multiple families were displaced because of the fire.