Around 4:15pm, Ansonia Fire was alerted to a structure fire on Myrtle Ave. on arrival, companies found heavy fire pushing from the attic space with additional extension into the rest of the home. Companies encountered manpower and water issues which caused difficulty in controlling the fire. The fire was placed under control around 40 minutes after dispatch. Ansonia’s ARMS, Eagle Hose H&L Co., and Webster Hose Co. assisted by Derby’s Storm Engine Co. and Hotchkiss Hose Co. tackled the fire. Seymour’s Great Hill Hose and Citizen’s Engine Co. assisted with relief, rehab, and station coverage. The fire marshal’s office is investigating.