§ 11-153. General authority at fires or other emergencies.

The fire official conducting operations in connection with the extinguishment and control of any fire, explosion or other emergency, who is authorized by the Fire Chief, shall have full power and authority to direct all operations of fire extinguishment or control and to take the necessary precautions to save life, protect property, and prevent further injury or damage. In the pursuit of such operation, including the investigation of the cause of such emergency, the fire official may control or prohibit the approach to the scene of such emergency by any vehicle, vessel or thing and all persons not involved in other actions germane to the emergency.

(CB-107-1979)