Meredith companies were called at 4:57 to assist Bristol at what would eventually become a 4 alarm structure fire and involve 24 departments. Bristol crews were dispatched to 50 Beech Street for a building fire at 4:51. Bristol's 4 Engine 2 arrived at 4:55 and advised of a well involved 2 and one-half story multi-family dwelling with exposure to an adjoining multi-family dwelling. 4 Engine 2's officer requested a 2nd alarm. Meredith's 14 Engine 4 was dispatched as part of the second alarm. Meredith personnel assisted with fire suppression and overhaul.

14 Engine 4 was placed in service at 12:05 hours.