The chief, or in his absence his designee in charge of the fire, shall, after its extinguishment, make a prompt and thorough investigation of the cause of the fire, the time the fire began, the amount of loss to life and property and insurance therefor, a description of the affected buildings and premises, and shall secure all other useful information and data available and record the same in a record book or electronic file kept for that purpose in the office of the department, and shall report the same to the city council at such time as it may direct. The chief or his appointee shall also assure, in cooperation with the police department, that the premises experiencing the fire is secured from pilfering and looting and is controlled in such a way as to protect the citizenry from any harm resulting from the damaged premises. (Ord. 2002-5, 2-5-2002)