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Thank you!
1/27-Thanks to the large
crowd that turned out for the monthly Meat Raffle this evening.
We hope you had an enjoyable night and look forward to seeing
you back February 24th! |
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RIT to Upper Allen House
Fire
1/24-E233 (with 6) responded at 13:42 for RIT
(Rapid Intervention Team) on the House Fire on Beacon Cr in
Upper Allen Twp. E233 arrived and the crew set up equipment
behind E223. C133 assisted with ground ladders and performed a
360 of the structure. The crew stood by for an hour before being
released and returned at 15:13. Additional information an
pictures:
www.centralpabravest.com |
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Two on the Turnpike
1/21-After finally
receiving a "seasonal" snow fall, members worked around the
station taking care of snow removal and the Line Officers met
for their first meeting of the new year. At 10:34, Companies 33
and 23 (Upper Allen) responded to MM 234 Westbound for an auto
accident. E233 (with 7) and Chief 33 responded. Command 23 had
the units from NK stage at the east bound access gate due to
road conditions and the report of patient out of the vehicle.
Co. 33 was placed available at 10:48. As members were preparing
to serve a banquet, Companies 33 and 45 (CFRS), and Tanker 41
(Union) responded to the Carlisle Interchange of the Turnpike at
17:22 for a report of smoke from the tollbooth. E133 (with 7)
and T33 responded. The crew from E133 assisted 45 with
investigation and making access to the heating unit. After
confirming no fire or extension, the incident was released to
Turnpike Maintenance. The incident was cleared at 17:53. Finally
for the day, E233 (with 7) and Utility 33 responded to Circle Dr
in Middlesex Township for forcible entry on a medical call at
20:55. After making a thorough check of the residence exterior,
the decision was made to force entry into a garage door window
causing the least amount of damage. Crews assisted EMS with
patient packaging and clearing snow to get the litter from the
residence to the ambulance. Units were available at 21:46. In a
three calls, manpower was left on station to cover the remaining
rigs. For the 3 calls, manpower average was 18. |
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Line of Duty Death in
Adams County
1/19-Press release from United Hook & Ladder
- It is with deep regret that the membership of the United Hook
& Ladder Company #33 announces the death of Firefighter Brandon
Little who died on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 while operating
in the line of duty. A public viewing will be held on Sunday,
January 22 from 1800 to 2200 hours at the Immaculate Heart of
Mary Parish, 6084 Canal Road in Abbottstown. A full Fire
Department Funeral will be celebrated on Monday, January 23,
2012 @ 1100 hours at the same location. Any department wishing
to bring apparatus to the funeral should limit to one piece,
report to the church by 1000 hours, and RSVP by Sunday, January
22nd at noon to
Captain 33-1 (Poist) by calling 624-7456 (United Hook & Ladder,
New Oxford Station) or emailing
ffpoist@hotmail.com. We
would like to thank our fellow firefighters, officers, and
departments for their prayers and support during this most
difficult time.
As as result of this L.O.D.D, New Kingstown Fire has been asked
to cover for Adams County Station 33 this Sunday evening from
Midnight to 0600 with Engine 233. A crew is needed for this
standby. Deputy Chief Horning is coordinating, members should
contact him directly.
Also, NKFC will be attending the funeral services on Monday,
please sign up at the station if you are interested in
attending.
NKFC offers our thoughts and condolences to our brothers and
sisters with United Hook & Ladder and to the family and friends
of Brandon Little. |
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Working Fire in Monroe
Twp
Conditions on Arrival-Photo by
WSEMS-Horning
1/14-E233 (with 6), T33
(with 1), and Traffic 33 responded for the Garage Fire attached
to a House at 04:20 hours. 1st Due E25 arrived with fire showing
from the garage and quickly put lines into service. E233 arrived
and set up for RIT duties. T33 arrived and prepared to supply
Tanker 25. Crews worked to contain the fire to the garage and
checked for extension into the main house. T33 was released and
transferred to Station 25 after 45 minutes on scene. E233
cleared at 05:24. Pictures to follow. |
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Another Early Morning
Crash
1/10-E233 and Traffic 33 responded at 06:13
this morning to Wertzville Rd & Deer Ln for an auto accident
with a pole sheared off. Police Department arrived and found the
address in Silver Spring Twp which added E/R31. The occupant was
out of the vehicle upon arrival. Crews remained on scene until
PPL arrived on the scene. E233 cleared at 06:58. Traffic 33
finally cleared at 08:51 once the roadway was safe and passable. |
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Early Morning Wreck on
the Pike
1/9-E233, Sq33, R31, and Traffic 33 responded
to this early morning accident on the Carlisle Pike at Louis
Parkway at 05:58. Chief 33 was advised of confinement upon
response. E233 arrived and stabilized the vehicle, crews were
able to hyper extend the door in order to removed the driver.
Crews also secured both vehicles, contained fluids, and removed
a large debris field. Apparatus cleared the scene at 06:50 |
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State Rd & Texaco Rd
Accident
1/7-E233, Sq33, and Traffic 33 responded to
State Rd and Texaco Rd for an auto accident with a vehicle
overturned at 15:51 hours with Company 31. C133 arrived with a
single vehicle overturned and a 2nd vehicle on Texaco Rd. Co. 33
and R31 arrived splitting crews to assist EMS and secure
vehicles. Crews remained on scene until Miller & Sam's removed
both vehicles and all debris were cleared. 33 had 22 members on
this incident. Units were available at 16:44. Co. 33 responded
to a total of 4 call for the day. |
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New Hose In Service
Starting Engine 1
Engine 1 finished
Engine 2 is waiting
Engine 2 is finished
Rolling the old hose
1/6-In just a few short hours the old 5" hose
was removed from service and the new was loaded. Both Engines,
Tanker, and the Pump Trailer all received the new hose. Thanks
to the crew of members who worked all morning taking care of
this task. Pap's Pizza was on the plate for lunch and then a few
household tasks were completed before calling it a day. Look for
the new yellow ribbon to be layed out at a scene near you! |
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Used 5" Hose Available
1/6-The New Kingstown Fire
Company has Used 5" Hose in 100 foot sections available for
purchase for $75.00 per section. A total of 2500 feet is
available. Interested Departments may purchase in bulk or by the
section. Contact Fire Chief Curtis Hall at 717-648-5871 for additional
information and availability. |
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2011 Year End Report
1/5-For the Year of 2011,
the Fire Company responded to a total of 814 incidents, the most
the fire company has ever handled in a single year. Run down is
as follows: Fire-92, Rescue-203, Hazardous Condition-81, Service
Calls-133, Good Intent-149, False Alarms-133, Severe Weather-23.
The busiest day of the week was Thursday with 142 runs. Average
turnout per call over the year was 13. The total staff hours
were 8,052.77. A total of 162 calls were from 2300-0659, 324
calls from 0700-1459, and 328 calls from 1500-2259 hours. A
total of 471 calls were in the 33 (Silver Spring) or 133
(Middlesex) box response areas. Apparatus Response was as
follows:
E133-197, E233-166, T33-83, Sq33-172, Traffic 33-139,
Utility-89, Br33-42, Spill Trailer-4 |
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December Run Stats
1/5-For the Month of
December the Company responded to a total of 49 calls for
service. Run down is as follows: Fire-2, Rescue-12, Hazardous
Condition-6, Good Intent-24, False Alarms-5. The busiest day of
the week was Tuesday with 13 calls. Average turnout per call was
11 members. Top responder for the month was D/C Horning with 42
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Late Night AFA
E133 on Side "A"
3 Story Commercial
1/4-E133 (with 6) responded at
00:14 hours to assist Co. 31 with an AFA at a 3 story commercial
multiple occupancy structure. Crews searched all 3 floors and
the basement of the former PHICO Building finding alarm
activation but no conditions. E133 was released at 01:06 as E31
remained waiting on the reset. E233 remained staffed in station. |
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Coloring Between the
Lines
Our Christmas Gift - All New
5" Hose for the Rigs
Stenciling begins on the 1st section
Working on the 25' sections
Ready to begin the 100' sections
Just like kindergarten-coloring on the floors
Everybody gets a chance
Still coloring
1/3-Crews began the task of
unrolling 3,175 feet of brand new 5" hose at 09:00. All of the
hose needed to be stenciled with our company number and section
number. Crews worked all day, taking a break for the January
Fire Company meeting, then continuing until 02:00 hours
completing the task. The new hose will be placed on the
apparatus this Friday. Thanks to all of the members who helped
throughout the day and evening. The new hose was purchased in
part through the State Fire Commissioners Grant and the
Firefighter's Relief Association. |
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1st Call of the
Year-Transfer to Co. 36 #2
1/2-For the 2nd year in a
row, the first call of the year was a transfer to Co. 36 Station
#2. E233 responded at 13:40 hours and cleared with no calls at
15:16. |
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New Year's Dinner
1/1-The 1st event of the new year was our
annual Pork & Sauerkraut Buffet. A total of 245 people were
served which is right in line with last year's attendance.
Thanks to everyone that came out to support us once again. |
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Start the New Year Right
12/30-Join us for our
annual New Year's Day Pork & Sauerkraut Buffet Dinner. Doors
Open at 11am and the event runs until 3pm. Buffet Meal includes:
Roast Pork, Sauerkraut, Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Filling,
Corn, Gravy, Roll & Butter, Dessert, and Beverage. Adults are
$8.50, Children 6-12 are $3.50, and those 5 and under are free.
Take Out Meals are available as well. For those interested, our
Pork and Sauerkraut are baked and severed seperate. Join Us for
Dinner this Sunday! |
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Late Evening Crash on
I81
12/30-Engine 233, Traffic 33, and R45
responded at 23:54 onto I81 just north of Exit 52 for an auto
accident. Chief 7 arrived with a single vehicle that was struck
by a tractor trailer. The Engine crew stabilized the vehicle
until the patient was removed. Crews checked for hazards and
secured the vehicle. Apparatus cleared the scene at 00:17 |
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Bridge Freezes before
Road Surface
Crews clean up around the
Vehicle
Heavy front end damage to pickup
E233 on the Bridge
12/29-E233 and Traffic 33
responded at 18:29 to Sample Bridge Rd at I81 overpass for an
accident with Company 31. Crews arrived to find a single vehicle
on the bridge as a result of icy conditions. Crews secured the
vehicle and removed debris. Units remained on scene with the
roadway closed until it could be properly salted to make it safe
to travel. Units cleared at 19:09. |
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Morning Confinement
Crews begin to clean up debris
12/29-E233, Sq33, and Traffic
33 responded to RT11 and RT114 at 07:40 this morning for an
accident upgraded to confinement after original dispatch. E233
and R31 arrived together and began stabilization of both
vehicles. Crews removed the passenger side window in order to
make access for EMS then removed the driver's door with the
spreader in order to extricate the patient. Sq33 arrived and
sent its crew to assist. Extrication was completed in 11 minutes
after arrival time. Crews cleared the scene at 08:45. Co.33 had
15 members on the scene. |
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Evening Crash on RT11
12/23-E233 and Traffic 33 assisted Co. 31
with this accident during Friday's evening bustle of holiday
shoppers. Crews arrived to find multiple vehicles in a chain
reaction type accident. Co. 33's crew assisted with patient
packaging and debris removal. |
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Tracking Santa
12/17-With the Christmas
Holiday fast approaching, it is time to add the link to Norad as
they once again track Santa on his annual trip around the world.
Please click here for the
Norad
Website |
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In Memory of Blake
Lawrence
12/19-In memory of our good friend, fellow
firefighter, and 9-1-1 Dispatcher Blake Lawrence. Blake was a
lifelong member of Citizens Fire and Rescue of Mechanicsburg and
lost a courageous battle with cancer December 19th. His strong
will and unending courage will be remembered by all. In Blake's
honor, a Company 33 is opening our social hall to Co. 27 for a
memorial service Tuesday, December 27th from 5pm-9pm. Please
read the news release from Co. 27 below.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 20, 2011
Citizens Fire & Rescue Co. #27
Announce Passing of Member, Blake T. Lawrence
(Mechanicsburg, PA) – It is with great sadness that Citizens
Fire & Rescue Co. #27 announce the passing of one of its
members, Blake T. Lawrence, 41 years old, on Monday, December 19
after a brave battle with cancer. There will be visitation from
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday, December 27 at the New Kingstown
Fire Hall, 277 N. Locust Point Rd, New Kingstown. Memorial
services will be held Wednesday, December 28 at 10:00 AM at
Malpezzi Funeral Home, Mechanicsburg followed by a luncheon at
Citizens Fire House, 208 S. York St., Mechanicsburg. Highest
class dress uniform is preferred for Tuesday’s event. Apparatus
is not suggested for Wednesday’s services. Additional
information, including a full obituary, will appear in the
Carlisle Sentinel and Harrisburg Patriot News later this week.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and
gratitude to the entire first responder community for their
generous support throughout the duration of Blake’s illness and
unexpected passing.
Please contact Joel Warner, Chief of Citizens Fire & Rescue Co.
#27, Mechanicsburg at (717) 773-0161 with any questions
regarding the services.
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Call 800 Reached This
Morning
12/21-After running 7 calls
yesterday, crews responded to call #800 this morning running to
I81 SB in the area of Exit 57 for a possible tractor trailer
fire. Chief 231 had units stage off the Interstate shortly while
he confirmed no fire. This is the 1st time in the history of the
Fire Company we have responded to over 800 calls. |
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Technical Rescue Box
Parachutist approximately 60'
up in tree
R69 Crew Member pushes belay line up
Crew stabilizing the ladder
Belay line in place
Another View
12/20-After running a
pedestrian struck, medical assist, and AFA, Co.33 responded with
Co. 31 and Truck 30 for a parachutist stuck in a tree on
Glendale Dr. E233 (with 5) arrived just behind Chief 131
(Morton). C33 was asked to take operations and the crew made
their way into the wooded area. York Rescue 69 was also on the
call due to the parachutist being from the Army Base. Crews
worked up a plan due to no access to position Truck 30's boom.
Crews used a 35' ladder and telescoping pole to push a belay
line to the individual. He already had a harness in placed from
the jump and was not injured. He was able to follow directions
and had experience in ropes and knots and was able to get set up
to be lowered by the rope line. 28 Minutes after the arrival of
Truck 30 the individual was safely on the ground. Thanks to all
departments working together to bring this incident to a
successful close. The was definitely a first for our department
with this type of rescue. |
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Thanks Orrstown Bank
12/20-Thanks to Orrstown
Bank for dropping by the Station today delivering a basket of
Holiday Treats for the members to enjoy. We appreciate you
thinking of us during this busy season |
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Providing Meals for
Needy Families
12/20-This year, as in many past years, the
New Kingstown Fire Company members provided meals for one needy
family at each school in Silver Spring and Middlesex Townships.
Members donated money or meal items and then went to Giant in
Silver Spring Township to purchase what was needed to provide a
complete Holiday Meals. The crew loaded E133 this morning and
set out to deliver our packages to Eagle View Middle School,
Silver Spring, Green Ridge, and Middlesex Elementary Schools. We
never know who we are providing the meals too, we only know the
fact that we are making someone's holiday that much more
special. We hope that the families enjoy their meal. Thanks to
Fire Company Secretary Joyce Eberly for spearheading again this
year and to our members for their generous contributions. |
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Small 1st Due Fire
12/18-1st Alarm was sent at 12:23 for a fire
in the bathroom reported out on Old Stonehouse Rd. C33 arrived
with normal conditions and investigated. E133 sent its crew
interior and confirmed the fire was out and set up to ventilate
the light smoke condition. Power was already secured. Command
held E133 and E127. Cause determined to be clothing that was
left laying on the heater. Crews cleared the scene at 13:00 but not
before making sure the resident's smoke detectors were in
working order. |
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2012 Events Now
Available
12/17-Our 2012 Events are
now available by clicking here. Our
1st event for 2012 will be the New Year's Day Pork and
Sauerkraut Buffet Dinner from 11am until 3pm. Additional
information will be posted after Christmas on that event. |
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Thank You!
12/17-Thanks to the very
large crowd that came out last evening for the Meat Raffle. We
once again had a great turnout and the evening went well.
Special thanks to the folks from Friendship Fire Co in Port
Royal that made the trip down for the evening. Hope you had a
great time and were able to take some useful advice back with
you. Feel free to stop by again! |
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Meat Raffle This Friday
12/15-The final meat raffle
for 2011 will be held this Friday, December 16th. The meal will
be Spaghetti with Bread and Applesauce. Special rounds this
month will be boneless pork loins and 1/2 Hog. Small games of
chance will also be available. Bring a friend or two and come
out for a great evening. Doors open at 5:30pm! |
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2011 Santa Visit
E133 w/ Santa on Redwood Hills
Circle
The Silhouette of Santa on the Roof of the Engine
Santa greets a youngster in Hillside Farms
A group waits for us on Hickory Rd
FF Quigley and FF J Sprague hand out candy and oranges
Santa greets the last group of the day!
12/9-Santa teamed up with New
Kingstown Firefighters Saturday and visited our 1st due areas of
Silver Spring and Middlesex Townships. The crew got an early
start to the day with breakfast at 7:45 at the station then set
out to begin the visits at 9am. Crews ran all day stopping
briefly for lunch from the NK Deli. We finished the afternoon
just after 4pm with all of our route completed. After cleaning
up, setting up for breakfast on Sunday and running a Fire Alarm,
we all met at Hoss's in Middlesex Twp. for a much needed Dinner.
Thanks to everyone that came out to greet us. We also appreciate
the many donations including cookies and munchkin donuts!!
Thanks again!. Special thanks to the Crew from West Shore Bureau
of Fire (E313) that stood by for the day.....even though we
waited to run a call until after they left for the day! |
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Santa Claus is Coming To
Town!
12/1-Santa will be visiting our 1st due areas
of Silver Spring and Middlesex Townships on Saturday, December
10th beginning at 9am. For a complete list of the areas he will
be making his rounds to, click here |
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Friday Crashes
E233 handled this accident on
Bernheisel Bridge Rd
Single Vehicle Struck Tree
Decent intrusion from impact
I81 SB MM55.6
Close Call for the Driver
12/9-E233 started the day at
07:51 responding to Bernheisel Bridge Rd near the creek for a
single vehicle accident. Chief 7 was advised of a vehicle into a
tree as a result of icy conditions. E233 and EMS arrived to find
occupants self extricated and refusing treatment. E233 crew
secured the vehicle and stood by until the wreckage was cleared
going available at 08:30. Sq33 handled a medical assist at
08:00. At 11:36, the Township companies were hit for an accident
on I81 SB at MM56. Chief 236 (Otto) was in the area and reported
a tractor trailer into the bridge. C231 arrived and held the
response to EMS, E233, and both Traffic Units. E233 crew checked
for hazards then cleared debris. The Engine cleared at 12:09 and
the Traffic Units remained until the wreckage was cleared at
12:36. |
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Packing Candy for Santa
12/7-Members got together Wednesday and
Thursday night to package the candy donated for the annual Santa
Run planned for the Saturday. Over 1000 bags were packaged
during the two night operation. Santa hits the road with NKFC
Saturday morning at 9am! |
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Silver Spring Tree
Lighting
12/7-E233 and its crew assisted at the Silver
Spring Township Tree Lighting at Co. 31's Social Hall. The crew
took time to catch a photo op with the "jolly old elf". Despite
the rainy weather, there was a great turnout. |
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The following
are the Officers
who will serve
the New
Kingstown Fire
Company for 2012
President -
James Hall
Vice President -
Brandon Baughman
Secretary -
Joyce Eberly
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Treasurer -
Gretchen Horning
Asst Treasurer -
Tracy Mullen
Membership
Secretary -
Heather Hall
Director - Greg
Brammer
Director - James
Hall
Director - James
Gutshall
Director - Don
Baughman
Director - Roger
Wagner
Engineer -
Jeremy Moyer
Asst Engineer -
Darryl Sprague
Fire Chief -
Curtis Hall
Deputy Chief -
Robert Horning,
Jr
Assistant Chief
- Brian
Brenneman
Captain - Greg
Brammer
Lieutenant 1 -
Mike Gutshall
Lieutenant 2 -
Brandon B
Baughman
Fire Police
Captain - James
Gutshall
Fire Police
Lieutenant - Don
Baughman
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Monthly Call
Totals -
November 2011
Total Calls - 51
(Fire - 11,
Rescue - 14,
Hazardous
Condition - 5,
Service Calls -
2, Good Intent -
14,
False Alarms -
4, Weather
Related - 1)
Municipalities -
Silver Spring -
23, Middlesex
-22,
Monroe -4,
Hampden - 1, PA
Turnpike - 1)
Busiest Day of
the Week
-Tuesday with 12
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Total Personnel
Responding - 498
Average Per Call
- 10
Hours In Service
- 508
Top Responder -
Deputy Chief
Horning - 42
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Crash in Monroe
12/3-E233 and Traffic 33 responded to Boiling
Springs & Trindle Roads in Monroe Twp at 09:44. C33 arrived with
two vehicles involved and all patients out of the vehicles. E233
arrived and split crews to assist EMS and check vehicles for
hazards. E25 assisted upon arrival. Traffic 33 closed the
intersection for the duration. Units cleared the scene at 10:31. |
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Cookie Exchange
12/2-Several of the Ladies got together to
make cookies at the Fire Station then exchange them. Several
different selections were baked. Hopefully this can be an annual
tradition at the Station. |
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Helping Out Station 25
12/2-Company 33 is housing Mini-Pumper 25,
Brush 25, and their Boats while Monroe has a new floor installed
in their Apparatus Bay. |
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Rigging Up the Lights!
Tower 33 In Service
Lt Gutshall in the Bucket
The finished product
12/1-Lt Gutshall, FF Toot, and
FP Sheriff installed the Christmas Lights at the Fire Station
Thursday evening. Special thanks to Kevin Sheriff for
commandeering a bucket truck for use last evening. |
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Cable Box on Fire
11/29-Co. 33 was dispatched at 15:23 to the
100 block of Cherry Ln in Middlesex Twp for an electrical box
fire. E133/C7 arrived to find a comcast cable distribution box
that had been on fire. Crews checked the area around the box for
extension. The cover to the box was found loose and two of the
cable tv wires had been pinched when someone tried to reattach
the cover. Comcast was notified to respond and Co.33 was
available at 15:52 |
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Crash on the "Miracle
Mile"
11/26-E233, E239, and Traffic 33 responded at
14:03 to an accident in the 1100 Blk of Harrisburg Pike in front
of McDonalds. Crews arrived to find two vehicles and stabilized
one of them to assist EMS with patient removal and packaging.
Crews also had to deal with fluid leaks from both vehicles.
Traffic 33 and fire police had to run traffic in a single lane
both north and southbound while fire crews operated. Units
remained on scene clearing debris and assisting the tow
companies until 15:05 |
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What We Do at Midnight
After Training
Looking for Spare Change?
Redneck Couch
Installing Our Patch Signs
All Three Patches in Place
11/22-After Training tonight,
We worked on several projects at the Station. Our former back
seat from the Squad was made into a bench to be placed in the
Apparatus Bay. The TV frame was mounted in the Fitness Room and
finally our 3 patch signs were installed above the turnout gear
rooms. Thanks to the crew that hung around until at least 2am. |
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RIT Task Force Training
Members Train on Exiting a
simulated basement window
Co. 33 crew waits in line for the basement drill
Co. 33 RIT "1" arrives at the exterior
The crew gets geared up while 25's juniors wax paper our masks
Chief Hall assists his team rescuing the downed firefighter
11/22-Crews from 25, 23, and
33 met at Station 25 for the quarterly Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)
Task Force Training. Co. 25 has 2 rooms being demolished inside
their apparatus bay and offered them for training use. Crews
rotated through two scenarios during the evening. One scenario
focused on self rescue through a basement window to the
exterior. The other scenario was RIT training in rescue of a
downed and trapped firefighter. Teams had to force entry through
a wall then locate the firefighter, check for injuries, secure
air supply, and assess what was needed for rescue. This type of
training reinforces the need for RIT members to remain current
with equipment carried and how to adapt to anything at the drop
of a hat. Between the three companies, a total of over 30
members were on hand tonight. Thanks to Co. 25 for hosting the
training and providing a great session tonight. More Pictures to
Follow. |
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2012 Super Raffle
Tickets
11/22-The 2012 Super Raffle
Tickets have arrived and are on Sale now by contacting a member
of either NK or Shermans Dale Fire Company or calling either
fire station
(717-766-4033) or (717-582-2575).
Tickets remain at $50.00 each and would make a great gift for
the holidays. Remember, our raffle sold out last year so be sure
to get your tickets early! |
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Rollover on I81
11/22-Companies 33 and 31 were sent to I81 NB
at Exit 57 this morning for a dump truck overturned at 09:54.
Crews arrived to find the driver out of the vehicle and not
injured. The Engine crews checked for hazards and stood by a
short time. Fire Police remained on the scene with the ramp
closed until H & J up righted the vehicle. |
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Packed House for the
Meat Raffle
11/18-We had a packed house for the Meat
Raffle Friday evening with a crowd of over 200. Thanks to those
of you who came out and supported us once again. We hope to see
you (and your friends) back for the December Raffle on Friday
16th! |
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Meat Raffle Friday
11/16-The November Meat
Raffle will be held Friday evening with the doors opening at
5:30pm. The meal for the night will be Hot Beef Sandwich w/
Mashed Potatoes. Raffle begins at 7pm. Special rounds will be
played for Turkeys and 1/2 Hog. |
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Late Night Crash
11/16-The Township companies were sent to
RT114 & RT944 at 22:29 for an Auto Accident. R31 arrived and
established lighting and stabilized one of the vehicles. E233
arrived and established additional lighting and provided
manpower to assist with fluid control and patient care. Both
Traffic Units responded as well. Crews remained on scene until
2316. |
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Tractor Trailer Fire
11/13-Company 33 and R45 were dispatched for
at Tractor Trailer Fire on the northbound entrance ramp to I81
from Harrisburg Pike. Black smoke was visible enroute. E133
arrived and pulled two 1 3/4" hand lines to begin attacking the
fire. R45 crew assisted. T33 supplied E133. Crews contained the
fire then checked for extension into the trailer. Chief 7 had
requested E239 and T41 to assist. E239 supplied additional
manpower and T41 staged. E133 flowed just shy of 1000 gallons of
water. Crews were available in 1.5 hours. |
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Fall Turkey Supper This
Saturday
11/8-The annual Fall Family
Style Turkey Supper will be held Saturday, November 12th from
3:30 until ?. The family style meal consists of Real Roast
Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Home Made Filling,
Corn, Gravy, Applesauce, Cranberry Sauce, Roll & Butter,
Dessert, and Beverage. "Family Style" means our members will
bring platters directly to your table and you can choose the
amount you would like. We will keep replenishing the food until
you tell us to stop! Take Out Meals are also Available. Adults
are $10.00, Children 6-12 are $3.50, and youngsters 5 and under
are free. You don't want to miss this. Rumor has it this meal
rivals your grandmother's cooking! Hope to see you at "our
house" Saturday Night!! |
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Working Motel Room Fire
11/9-At 11:56, 1st Alarm was sent for "fire
in the building" at 1247 Harrisburg Pike bringing crews from 33,
North Middleton, Carlisle Barracks, and Silver Spring. E233 and
T33 arrived with smoke showing and Chief 7 initially reporting
fire out then was updated with possible fire still in the room.
2 lines were stretched from E233 into the structure. Crew
encountered moderate smoke and made their way to the room of
origin. Crews checked the area with the TIC and confirmed Fire
out and checked for extension. Truck 39 laddered side "A" and
prepared to go to the roof. Control was marked at 12:08 hours,
just 6 minutes after arrival. Crews worked to ventilate the
building and cleared the scene at 12:58. Co. 33 had 11 members.
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Middlesex Truck Fire
11/2-E133, E239 and Tanker 33 responded to
the Petro at 02:18 for a truck tractor fire. Chief 7 arrived and
held the response to Co. 33. The Engine crew made sure the fire
was out then checked for extension into the sleeper cab area.
Units cleared at 02:47 |
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1st Due Working Barn
Fire
11/1-Crews started a very busy day around
02:30 responding to a 1st due Barn Fire on Country Club Rd in
Middlesex Township. E133, E233, T33, Traffic 33, and Utility 33
made the response. Crews operated several large lines in order
to control the fire. Two local farmers assisted with removing a
large amount of hay from the barn in order to extinguish the
fire. Additional information will be posted regarding the
remainder of the calls this day. |
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Truck Fire or Oil Spill?
Crews encountered nearly 600
ft of oil spilled on the roadway
The truck experienced a mechanical failure
10/30-Engine 133, Traffic 33,
and Utility 33 responded for a truck fire on the Harrisburg Pike
at the Waffle House. Chief 7 arrived with no fire but an oil
leak from the oil pan. Crews used multiple bags of absorbents to
control the run off and oil already being driven through on the
road. Units remained over 1 hour waiting for the cleanup
contractor. |
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House Fire in South
Middleton
T33 supplying T41 at the Scene
Whiskey Springs Rd
10/30-Tanker 33 was added for
failed units on the House Fire on Whiskey Springs Rd in South
Middleton Twp around 6:45. First arriving units had to cut
multiple trees in order to make in to the scene. Tanker 33
arrived and was put into the Tanker Shuttle eventually hauling
9000 gallons of water. T33 operated for several hours before
being placed available. Tanker 33 also assisted on an AFA at the
South Middleton Twp Building after clearing the House Fire
around 10:30. |
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Historic October Snow
Keeps Us Running
Crews from 33, 39, and 45 work
to extricate the driver
Cumberland Dr and Waterford Dr
E133 getting Fuel after
Turnpike run during height of storm
10/29-The 1st call of the day
was an accident on I81 at 08:03 as rain was falling. As the rain
turned to snow, road became treacherous. Manpower began to
arrive at the Station during the morning. E233 (with 7), Squad
33 (with 4), and Traffic 33 responded at 11:13 to W Trindle Rd
near Horners Rd for an accident with entrapment. C145 arrived
with a vehicle on its side. E233 arrived as the first Rescue
with crews deploying cribbing and the rescue struts to stabilize
the vehicle. Crews then worked to extricate the driver by
removing the windshield. Extrication was completed in 10
minutes. Co. 33 had 20 members for this incident. Additional
calls continued throughout the day, many handled by telephone to
the station due to extreme load on the County Dispatch Center.
Once all reports are completed, we will list them on the site.
Thanks to Co. 33 members and support staff for covering all the
rigs (with assigned crews) and for providing meals for the
crews. |
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1st Due Working House
Fire
Service Line to Home begins to
arc as crews operate the blitz fire
Attached garage was destroyed
1st Floor of Home suffered heavy damage
Apparatus lined North Locust Point Rd
10/28-At 19:22, the 1st alarm
was sent for a House Fire in the 500 block of N. Locust Point
Rd. Chief 33 responded immediately and was advised of a frantic
caller. C33 had fire evident from several miles away and
requested 2nd alarm Tankers and RIT23. C33 arrived at 19:25 with
heavy fire through the roof of a 2 bay attached garage and fire
extending into the main house. E133 (with 6), T33, E233 (with 5)
all responded. E133 arrived and was advised to pull the blitz
fire line to get a quick knock on the garage and split the crew
to take a handline into the main house. T33 supplied E133. E233
arrived and split its crew to open the roof and pull a 2nd line
from E133. Crews had the fire darkened down in short time.
Additional arriving crews provided manpower and relief crews.
Control was marked in 23 minutes. Units remained on scene for
several hours performing overhaul. The PA State Police Fire
Marshall investigated and determined the cause to be from the
chimney cleanout area (which was located in the garage). NKFC
would like to extend appreciation to the following companies
assisting: Silver Spring, Monroe, Citizens, Washington, Upper
Allen, Union, West Enola, Carlisle Fire Rescue, and Hampden EMS.
West Shore and Penn Twp stood by at Station 33 to handle any
additional calls and assisted getting our apparatus and
equipment in service. E233 and C33 cleared at 23:36. Additional
photos can be found at:
www.centralpabravest.com |
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Great Crowd for 1st Meat
Raffle
10/28-A great crowd
attended the Friday Night Meat Raffle. We appreciate everyone
hanging in there when the floor crew responded to the House Fire
and other members and friends jumped in to continue the night.
Appreciation is extended to West Shore's Engine crew for
assisting as well. |
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Afternoon Crash
10/28-E233, R31, Traffic 33, Traffic 31
responded to the 6700 block of Carlisle Pike at 15:27 for an
auto accident. U33 was in the area and arrived quickly reporting
multiple vehicle collision and all occupants out of the vehicle.
E233 and R31 arrived and secured vehicles and assisted EMS.
Units cleared at 16:11 |
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Rainy Run to the Narrows
10/24-Engine 233, Sq33, and Traffic 33
responded at 17:22 to Bernheisel Bridge Rd & Cherry Ln for an
Auto Accident. Given the history of the location crews knew
exactly where the accident was going to be and it was raining as
well. Crews arrived on the infamous turn prior to the creek
bridge with two vehicles. The pickup truck was stabilized in
order to remove the occupant. Crews secured both vehicles and
applied absorbents to the road. Units remained on scene until
the wreckage was removed. |
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HACC Vehicle Rescue
10/23-NKFC hosted the Vehicle Rescue section
of the Paramedic Program through HACC at the Station. Students
had 4 different vehicles set up in scenarios which covered most
aspects they could run into while working to extricate a
critical patient. Thanks to Instructors Brindle and Dalpeiz, the
crew from 33, and Andy Souder (use of skid loader). |
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Today We Remember!
10/22-Today we remember the horrific accident
on RT944 1 year ago as 5 students from CV High School were
involved in the above accident on their way to school. We
remember how all crews functioned together as a complete team of
rescuers to extricate the kids and transport them safely to area
hospitals to receive the best care they could get. We remember
the extraordinary community support of the kids and their
families. "CV Believes in Miracles" |
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Crash in Hampden
10/18-As the Engines were clearing Chili's
from lunch at 12:34 after fire prevention, a crash was
dispatched in Hampden Township "to the rear of Wegman's). Since
we were in Silver Spring Square both Engines responded given the
location could possibly be in Silver Spring Twp. The Engines
arrived at Lambs Gap and SS Square Drive to find a two vehicle
accident. Crews stabilized one vehicle and assisted EMS with
packaging. Duty Chief 30 was updated on the status. E130 and R30
responded. Crews cleared at 12:48 |
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More Fire Prevention
10/18-E133, E233, E31, and R31 traveled to
Silver Spring Presbyterian Preschool for a show and tell of the
rigs as part of Fire Prevention. The kids were able to see the
apparatus up close and were able to sit in the crew area of each
rig. We finished up with handout materials for each child.
Thanks to SSPC for the invite. |
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Debris Removal on the
Border
10/18-Chief 127 (Weaver) requested Co. 33
respond to the above accident at Locust Point Rd and Trindle Rd
for debris removal. E233 responded at 09:17. Crews secured the
vehicles and provided absorbents to fluids then cleared debris.
The Engine cleared at 09:45 |
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Bicyclist Struck
10/17-E233, Sq33, and Traffic 33 responded to
Harrisburg Pike @ I81 for a bicyclist struck at 18:01. Crews
assisted EMS before clearing the scene at 18:26 |
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Busy Breakfast
10/16-Just over 350 people attended the
monthly Breakfast. See you all back in November-NOTE Breakfast
is the 1st Sunday (November 6th) due to social hall scheduling. |
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Scrapple Returns!
10/15-Scrapple and Puddin'
make their return to the Fall/Winter Breakfast program this
Sunday. The monthly breakfast kicks off at 6am and runs to 11am
with all of your favorite breakfast foods including bacon. |
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Not Everything Goes As
Planned
10/14-As we were about to start the video for
morning kindergarten at SS, we had a little problem with the
VCR; it seems the tape got stuck and we had to practically
dismantle the VCR in order to retrieve the tape. Shown above, Lt
Gutshall and FF Baney work on the VCR with FF Toot overseeing
the job. |
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Silver Spring Elementary
FF Baney speaks to the 1st and
2nd grade class
10/14-New Kingstown and Silver
Spring Fire Companies participated in the fire prevention day at
Silver Spring Elementary School today. Crews spoke to all grade
levels throughout the day and also sat with the kids during
their lunchtime. Thanks to the staff at Silver Spring Elementary
for providing lunch for the crews. Additional photos can be
found on the fire prevention page |
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Green Ridge Elementary
E31 and E133 arriving at the
School
10/7-Crews from Silver Spring
and New Kingstown joined forces to handle the fire prevention
program at Green Ridge Elementary School. The day started off
with the 1st place poster winners getting a ride to school on
the fire engines. Crews spoke to the kids from all grades
throughout the day, ate lunch in the school cafeteria, and
assisted with a fire drill. Additional pictures from the day can
be found on the fire prevention page. |
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Little Hearts and Souls
The kids and teachers pose
with E133
10/6-E133 and crew traveled to
Little Hearts and Souls Preschool to explain fire safety to the
kids. The video was shown and the kids got to see a firefighter
up close with his protective gear on. With the nice weather, the
kids were able to go outside and see the Engine as well. Thanks
to the staff for allowing us the time to visit with the kids. |
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Fire Extinguisher
Program at MLC
Kids watch the video
D/C Horning explains E133
10/5-Crews made the short trip
back to MLC for the fire education program for the kids. This
was the 1st running of the season for the ever popular "Sesame
Street Visits the Firehouse" video. Afterwards, the kids got to
see E133 up close and learned about the equipment carried on the
Engine. |
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Fire Extinguisher
Training at MLC
FF Baney explains different
extinguishers to the group
FF Yohn gets the fire going
An attendee puts the fire out
10/4-As part of our fire
prevention activities, members of NKFC performed a fire
extinguisher training program at Mechanicsburg Learning Center
in New Kingstown. Members explained proper use and handling of
extinguishers and each daycare worker was able to extinguish an
actual fire. The group did a great job! |
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Display at Ashcombe's
10/8-Squad 33 set up as part of the annual
fire prevention display at Ashcombe's in Monroe Township. The
crew was out for several hours and was able to interact with
many visitors. Thanks to Ashcombe's for the invite. |
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Flag of Honor Presented
10/4-At the regular monthly fire company
meeting, a Flag of Honor was presented to the members by a
representative from the "Women of the World". We thank you for
your donation. |
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Fire Prevention
10/3-Fire Prevention month
kicks off quick at New Kingstown. The schedule has been
completed and is now posted on the website and can be found by
clicking HERE. If your group
or daycare is still interested and you are in the service area
covered by New Kingstown, contact FF Josh Baney at 717-773-0127
for additional information. |
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Thanks Silver Spring Twp
Business Advisory Council
10/3-A luncheon was held at Station 33 today
for the Silver Spring Township Business Advisory Council. In
July, the council held a golf outing to support the emergency
services in Silver Spring Township. A check was presented to the
group (New Kingstown Fire, Silver Spring Fire, and Silver Spring
EMS) for $11,250. Each department received a check for $3,750.
Thanks once again for your support of the Silver Spring
Emergency Services. |
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Your Vehicle Can be
Found in Space "133"
10/2-While handling an AFA with E31 at a
local car dealer, FF Yohn discovered Engine 133 just happened to
be parked across space 133 at the dealership. |
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Display at Home Depot
E133 on display at
Mechanicsburg Home Depot
10/1-E133 (with 3) set up at
the Mechanicsburg Home Depot over lunchtime on Saturday as part
of their fire prevention display. Despite everything going on at
Station 33 on Saturday we were still able to fit this display
into our schedule. Thanks to Lt Gutshall, FF Yohn, and Jr. FF
Hair for covering. |
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Evening Crash on I81
Crews secure the vehicle
Serious damage from the accident
Single vehicle off the roadway
Door skin from passenger side of blazer
9/30-Engine 233 and Squad 33
responded to I81 in the area of MM50 at 18:49 for an auto
accident. Lieutenant 31 (McDonald) witnessed the accident and
reported a single vehicle off the roadway. Chief 7 (Beam)
arrived and held Co. 33. Crews secured the vehicle and hazards
and remained on scene until the vehicle was removed. |
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Silver Spring Fall
Festival Relocated to Station 33
9/30-Due to the recent
heavy rains and and extremely wet conditions at Willow Mill
Park, the Silver Spring Township Parks and Recreation Department
has decided to relocate the Township Fall Festival to the New
Kingstown Fire Station. The event will be held rain or shine and
vendors will be both inside the apparatus bays and under the
pavilion. The Chicken BBQ and Pit Beef Sandwich Sale WILL be
held at the fire station as well. Fall Festival event will run
from 10am-4pm. Meals will be served beginning at 11:30 am and
run until sold out. Take outs will be available. |
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3 Evening Calls in the
Rain
9/29-As heavy rains struck
the Cumberland County region late last evening, members starting
running calls at 22:40 when E133 was dispatched as part of the
1st alarm for a basement collapse in South Middleton Twp. A
previous 1st alarm had units committed on another basement
collapse which was the reason E133 was due on South Middleton.
E133 was placed available enroute at 22;51. At 23:19, E133 and
E31 responded on a 1st due AFA at 180 Kost Rd. Crews
investigated and found a false alarm. Finally at 23:44,
Sq33 handled a tree and wires down in Monroe Twp on Shugart Rd.
Co. 25 was committed on an accident with entrapment. Squad 33
cleared at 00:07 |
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Final Chance for NK
Chicken BBQ
9/29-A Chicken BBQ will be
held in conjunction with the Silver Spring Township Fall
Festival at Willow Mill Park on Saturday, October 1st from 11am
until 3pm or Sold Out. Meal includes 1/2 BBQ Chicken, Baked
Potato, Applesauce, Roll & Butter, and Bottled Water. Meals will
be $8.00 each. Also available will be Pit Beef Sandwiches at
$6.00 each. There will be no meals sold at the Fire Station. The
only location will be at Willow Mill Park, 80 WIllow Mill Park
Rd in Silver Spring Township. Hope to See You There! |
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Transfer to WSBF
Engine 233 with E313
Jr FF Hall on his first Transfer Assignment
9/27-Engine 233 transferred to
West Shore at 16:32 hours. No calls were received and the Engine
cleared at 19:27. Jr FF Hall caught his 1st transfer and wasted
no time grabbing some food provided to the crew. |
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Basket Bingo Pictures
Guest Caller James Crummel
from ABC27
Mr. B selling holder tickets
Prize Table
View of the Crowd
9/25-Thanks to everyone that
came out to support our basket bingo program. We had a very nice
crowd and everyone seemed to love our guest callers from ABC27
News James Crummel and Valerie Pritchet. Thanks again. |
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"Running the Wheels Off"
9/25-On a serious note though, Brush 33
experienced a mechanical failure of the rear axle while
returning from an incident Sunday afternoon. Fortunately, the
Brush was being operated safely and at or below the posted speed
limit. The rear axle bearing failed and the axle and rear dual
tires came out from the body causing the frame to drop onto the
roadway. Thanks to H & J Towing for hooking us up and to a
repair garage. There were no injuries to the driver or crew
member. The Brush will be out of service until parts can be
located for the 35 year old chassis. Thanks to the many
residents who stopped to offer assistance. |
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Basket Bingo Program
Sunday
9/23-The Annual Basket
Bingo Program will be held this Sunday, September 25th with the
doors opening at 11am. The buffet meal will follow and the first
game of bingo at 1PM. For additional information, click
HERE |
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Tractor Trailer Accident
with Fire
Heavy Smoke from RT114 near
Vo-Tech
Crews from 31 and 33 begin to control the Fire
2 of the 7 units that responded from Co. 33
Not much remained of the Cab
9/19-At 15:59 hours, Co. 33,
31, and R27 (Citizens) were dispatched to a tractor trailer
accident with fire and entrapment. T31 and E330 (Hampden) were
already on the street checking for a truck brakes on fire on
Rt581 and responded. Chief 52 (Tinner) was also in the area and
provided the initial reports to Chief 133 (Horning) of a tractor
trailer off the roadway fully involved carrying large paper
rolls and the driver trapped. E233 (with 3) responded. E31/T31
arrived first and pulled a CAFS line to begin the attack. E233
arrived and pulled a 2nd line to assist. Chief 33 made access to
the trailer and the line from E233 was repositioned. As
additional manpower arrived, a 2nd line was pulled from E31 to
assist. R27 arrived and sent manpower to the scene. The trailer
was loaded with large rolls of paper and the majority of them
were pushed through the front of the trailer in the accident and
not only were on fire but made access difficult to the cab and
chassis. Once the fire was knocked down, R27 used its side winch
to pull the paper rolls out of the scene to an area where they
could be overhauled. Despite the best efforts of all involved,
the driver of the truck suffered fatal injuries in this
incident. All crews functioned very well together. Chief 133 had
the Command. Units on scene were: E31, E133, E233, E330, T33,
T31, Sq33, R31, U33, U31, Traffic 33, Traffic 31, Traffic 5,
Traffic 14, A172, A372, PA State Police, Coroner's Office,
Penn DoT, and H & J Towing. The final units cleared the scene at 23:06
hours. Thanks to everyone involved for their assistance
including the transfers (E313-West Shore, T24-Lisburn) to
Station 33. Our Prayers go out to the family and friends of the
truck operator. |
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RT114 & I81...Again
Crews work at the Scene
Members secure the van and begin cleanup
Front end damage to the Van
Part of Co. 31 and 33 crew before cleanup
9/18-E233, Sq33, and Traffic
33 responded to the late afternoon accident at RT114 & I81
(northern side this time). Crews arrived from 33 to assist 31
with vehicle stabilization and patient packaging. Crews remained
on scene for debris removal and traffic control. The traffic
signal box was once again struck and dislodged from its
base....maybe someone will get smart and either move it or
provide some protection to insure it could survive another
accident. |
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Breakfast Season Starts
Off Great!
9/18-The monthly breakfast buffet's kicked
off to a great start serving over 300 people Sunday morning. See
you back October 16th! |
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Middlesex Twp Fall
Festival
9/17-Chief 7, E233 and the Deputy Chief's
Vehicle were on display at the Middlesex Township Fall Festival
held Saturday from Noon-4PM. Fire Prevention Supplies were
handed out including Free Smoke Detectors and Batteries. Kids of
all age got to see the Engine close up. |
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Remembering 9/11
Members shown with the World
Trade Center Steel
9/11-After several hard
weeks of work by volunteer members of Co. 33, we officially
dedicated the Firefighter's Brick Garden and 9/11 Memorial at
Station 33 with a program at 1PM. We are very pleased to have
been chosen to receive such a unique piece of steel from the
Trade Center. Additional information and pictures will be posted
soon. |
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Confinement #4
Driver's Door popped, sliding
door removed, and part of "B" post removed
Corner of Truck Bed visible
just above steering wheel
Co. 31 and 33 members examine the scene
Single Vehicle struck the rear of Box Truck
9/12-Engine 233, Squad 33, and
Traffic 33 responded to assist Co. 31 in the 700 block of
Hogestown Rd for an accident with confinement at 21:24. T31 crew
stabilized the vehicle and E233 crew worked the driver's side
while Sq33 crew worked the passenger side of the vehicle. All
crews worked with hydraulic tools in order to extricate the
driver. The crew on the driver's side popped the door, removed
the sliding door, and removed part of the "B" post. The crew on
the passenger side worked to provide an alternate extrication
method by removing the passenger seat back and hyper-extending
the front door. Crews then worked with EMS to apply a KED Board
in order to remove the driver from the vehicle. Extrication was
complete in 21 minutes. Crews remained on scene assisting the
Police Dept and Miller & Sam's Towing with debris removal and
fluids. Co. 33 had 16 members |
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Confinement #3
Another Driver's Door Removal
View of the Scene
9/12-Engine 233 responded with
Co. 31 at 06:08 this foggy morning to RT114 @ I81 for an
accident. C231 arrived and reported the driver's door would need
to be removed. Crews stabilized the vehicle and extricated the
driver in 8 minutes. Crews cleared with 40 minutes. |
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Confinement #2
Crew members break down the
cribbing
9/11-Engine 233, Squad 33, and
Traffic 33 responded to Trindle Rd and S Middlesex Rd for an
accident with injuries. Chief 7 arrived and reported confinement
in one of the vehicles. E233 arrived and cribbed the vehicle
then removed the driver's door. Squad 33 arrived and sent its
crew to assist with packaging the patient for removal.
Extrication was complete in 10 minutes. Crews secured both
vehicles and used absorbents on fluid leaks. Crews cleared the
scene in 1 hour. |
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9/9-At
1PM Sunday, September 11th, the New Kingstown Fire Company will
dedicate its 9/11 memorial and firefighter's brick garden on the
Locust Point Road side of the fire station. We are proud to have
obtained a piece of steel from the World Trade Center and
members have been working hard the past several weeks to get
everything in order. The public is invited to attend. The
dedication will begin promptly at 1pm with the fire station
siren blowing for one minute, as it will across Cumberland
County. The service will last about an hour following by light
refreshments in the social hall. |
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Overnight Crash
9/11-Engine 233, Squad 33, and Traffic 33
responded with R45 at 02:07 to I81 at the Army Heritage
Overpass. Crews arrived with a single vehicle into the bridge
pillar. The driver was self extricated upon arrival. Crews
secured the vehicle and cleared. Traffic 33 remained on scene
until the vehicle was removed at 03:01 |
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Cumberland County
Convention
Co. 33 Apparatus staged
Like looking into a mirror?
Ladies Auxiliary Float
25 Members Participated
We passed the time with Ladder
Golf
Thanks to United Fire (E33-2)
for covering Station 33
9/10-Company 33 dumped the house once again
for the annual Cumberland County Convention Parade. This year's
parade was co-hosted by Friendship Hose and Upper Frankford Twp
both of Newville. Apparatus arrived early and were judged in the
staging area. Members had plenty of time to socialize including
setting up ladder golf prior to the parade beginning. The parade
rolled at 13:30 through the streets of Newville. Company 33 had
a 1st this year, a marching unit. All members marched with the
exception of the 9 apparatus operators. The ladies auxiliary had
the annual fire prevention float based this year off the Star
Wars Theme entitled "Fire Wars - Fire Prevention Strikes Back".
The ladies and kids were dressed up as Star Wars characters.
After the parade, units went to Co. 48's station for food and
the awards. When the awards were handed down, Company 33
received the following trophies:
Best Appearing Company with 4 or more Apparatus
The President's Award (for the Ladies Auxiliary)
Special Judges Awards (Ladies Float)
1st Place Rescue Pumper (E233)
1st Place Brush (B33)
2nd Place Engine (2007-1997 - E133)
2nd Place Tanker (T33)
Special thanks to United Fire (Adams Station 33) for covering
our 1st due so we could attend the convention.
Congratulations to all award winners including our friends from
Silver Spring Community Fire Co, Silver Spring Ambulance, and
Carlisle Fire Rescue |
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Crash at McDonald's
9/8-E233 and Sq33 responded at 18:25 to the
1100 block of Harrisburg Pike with E239 for the auto accident.
Units were dispatched for unknown injuries. Chief 7 reported
confinement. Crews removed the driver's door in order to
extricate the patients. Crews cleared at 18:58. |
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Silver Spring Township
Flooding
Willow Mill Park Rd
Beechcliff Dr
Beechcliff Dr
Willow Mill Park Pavilion
Looking towards W Willow Terrace
9/7-We were able to catch a
few pictures of the flooding this evening before dark along the
Conodoguinet Creek in Silver Spring Township. |
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Ready for the
Rain...again
9/7-In what as seemed to be
the norm this year, trash and submersible pumps were readied at
the station once again with the weather forecasts all predicting
over 7" of rain to our area this week. Residents are also
reminded to check your sump pumps to insure they are in good
working order to handle the possibility of basement flooding.
Also, please insure that your spouting is clear of debris and
downspouts terminate away from your foundation. These steps may
limit damage from rains. As the Conodoguinet Creek is expected
to be above flood stage at some point on Friday, residents
living near the creek should take steps to prepare for flooding.
Several roads in Silver Spring and Middlesex Townships will be
closed once the creek is above flood stage. Please do not drive
around closed and barricade roads. |
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Morning House Fire in
Monroe Twp
9/6-Engine 233 (with 3),
Tanker 33 (with 1), and Traffic 33 responded to Fairfield St in
Monroe Twp for the House Fire. Chief 27 (Warner) was the 1st to
arrive with smoke showing. Upon arrival of E233, a backup line
was pulled from E127 and taken to the interior. Crews made quick
work of a room and contents fire, then overhauled, checked for
extension, and ventilated. Crews were on scene for about an
hour. E133 remained staffed with 4 in station. Pictures can be
found at
www.centralpabravest.com |
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August Run Stats
9/7-For the month of
August, Company 33 handled 85 calls for service racking up 592
hours. The busiest day of the week was Sunday with 32 calls.
Breakdown of Incidents as follows; Fire - 2, Rescue - 18,
Hazardous Condition - 9, Service Calls - 20, Good Intent Calls -
18, False Alarms - 16, Wind Damage - 2. Average manpower per
call was 13. The top responder for the month was James Hall with
69 calls. |
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Motorcycle Accident
9/4-Crews responded to this accident
involving a motorcycle along Rich Valley Rd Sunday just prior to
lunchtime, |
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Company Picnic
9/3-Company 33 had its annual family picnic
Saturday afternoon at Stoney Ridge Park. Members, family, and
friends enjoyed a relaxing afternoon and evening with good food,
several games which included candy bar bingo, kickball, a few
water games, and music by Ted and Sue Adams. Thanks to everyone
that came out for an enjoyable day. |
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Car Wash Saturday
9/2-The NKFC Junior Members
and Advisors will be having a car wash on Saturday, September
3rd from 9am-Noon at the Fire Station. Cost is a donation per
vehicle. Best Price in Town! |
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