Two Firefighters Injured after Deck Collapse in Waves
Two firefighters from the Chicamacomico Banks Fire Department were injured after a deck collapsed in Waves on Thursday morning, January 17.The firefighters and Dare County EMS personnel were assisting a resident on Sea Isle Hills Drive in Waves, and the resident and three members of the fire department were standing on the deck when it collapsed.
The two firefighters were admitted to the Outer Banks Hospital after the incident, and were released by Thursday afternoon, per Steven Kovacs, Dare County Fire Marshall.
“They have been released from the hospital,” said Kovacs. “We are fortunate that everyone is now home.”
This is what happens when we let outsiders build out houses. They are not familiar with proper building techniques here. I see a lot of this issue with decks and stairs. A simple inspection will reveal if there is an issue.
Luckily we have replaced many of the problem decks and stairs before an incident happens.
As a member of the Chicamacomico Banks Fire Department after this call I came home and inspected my front and back decks and found they were lacking the same support. Improving support now… Everyone should look to see they have proper bolting and support please….