On Wednesday, January 3, 2008, Detroit Central Office dispatched a Box Alarm for a fire reported in a dwelling at Joseph Campau & Arndt. While enroute Ladder 10 advised they could see it and the first engine would be stretching. Upon arrival Ladder 10 took command until arrival of the chief and requested an additional engine on the box. Fire was in a vacant 2.5 story dwelling with fire throughout. This fire was fought defensive until conditions improved and entry was allowed for an interior attack. The fire was brought under control in approx. 1 hour using the full box alarm. Engine 23/9/1/5, Ladder 10, Squad 3 and Chief 1 responded to this Box Alarm.