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Accident on Wertzville
Rd


5/13-E233 responded on the 2nd call of the
day to assist Co. 31 with an accident in the 7200 blk of
Wertzville Rd. R31 arrived to find one patient in the vehicle
and stabilized. E233 arrived and assisted with patient packaging
and depowering. The crews stood by and then assisted with debris
removal before clearing in about 30 minutes. Co.33 responded to
an AFA earlier in the morning while performing rig checks and
two (2) medical assist calls later in the evening. |
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Entrapment on the
Interstate

E233 and equipment deployed

Heavy entrapment in the SUV
5/10-Just after both Engines
and Tanker returned from a working truck fire on the Turnpike,
the on station crew heard A840 reporting and accident with fire
and entrapment on I81 just north of Exit 57. E233 responded on
dispatch with a crew of 6, Squad 33 (with 4) responded shortly
after. Chief 133 arrived at 16:11 reporting multiple tractor
trailers involved and an SUV with entrapment. E31 and E233
arrived together with E233 taking the extrication and E31
handling a landing zone. The crew from E233 assisted by Co. 31
and Co. 30 (Hampden) worked to extricate the driver of the
heavily damaged SUV. Crews worked on the extrication while EMS
crews provided medical assistance side by side. Extrication was
completed 31 minutes after arrival using all four (4) tools from
E233 and additional tools and rams from R31 and Co. 30. The
driver was flown from the scene. Unfortunately, the passenger
and a dog was pronounced dead at the scene by the Cumberland
County Coroner. Crews had to deal with extensive damage and
heavy debris, some of which needed to be cleared so we could
operate. Simultaneous extrication operations were conducted from
the driver's side and rear of the vehicle in order to gain
access to the patients. Crews remained on scene for several
hours. Multiple Fire Police from Cumberland County assisted with
traffic control as I81 needed closed at Exit 57 and Exit 52.
Traffic was already heavy due to a previous incident in Dauphin
County which closed I81 in both directions for several days.
Company 33 had 27 members on this incident total; several of
which remained on station to cover. Thanks to WSBF E313 for
transferring to Station 33. Our prayers go out to the family and
friends of the victim. |
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Safety Day at Vo Tech

Apparatus on Display
5/10-Co. 33 was invited to
take part in the Safety Day sponsored by the Cumberland-Perry Vo
Tech School Criminal Justice Department. E233 was on display
from 8am-2pm along with apparatus from Silver Spring, Silver
Spring EMS, West Shore ALS, Citizens Fire Rescue, Carlisle Fire
Rescue, Upper Frankford, and Cumberland County DPS. Crews from
all companies were on hand to provide apparatus and equipment
tours as well as answer questions from the students and staff.
Thanks to Bill Page for invite and providing a meal for the
crew. |
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Thank You NK Ladies
Auxiliary
5/9-Special thanks are
extended to the NKFC Ladies Auxiliary for the recent purchase of
over $800.00 of utensils and equipment for the kitchen. Many of
these items are used in the background to prepare meals. We
sincerely appreciate these items as a welcomed addition. Thanks
again Ladies! |
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April Report
5/9-For the month of April,
Co. 33 responded to 59 calls for Services. Of those, 12 were
Fire Incidents, 27 Rescue Calls, 6 Hazardous Condition Calls, 3
Service Calls, 10 Good Intent Calls, and 1 (yes that's one)
False Alarm. We responded to incidents in seven (7) different
municipalities with the longest distance traveled going to the
response to a Building Fire in Landisburg, Perry County. For the
month, we averaged 11 personnel per call. The busiest day of the
week was Friday with 16 calls. The remainder of the report can
be found HERE. |
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Garage Fire Held in
Check

E133 Crew begins to Open Up

E133 with one line off

C133 checks for extension

Almost made it into the eave
5/5-The in house system
activated the crew already working on an afternoon cleaning
project at the station to respond to the 300 blk of Country Club
Rd in Middlesex Twp for the 1st alarm shed fire at 13:27. Chief
7 arrived just ahead of E133 (with 5) and T33 reporting the fire
knocked down. The caller had extended the garden hose and FF Tim
Potteiger (who lives nearby) had a PW in operation holding the
fire. E133 crew pulled a crosslay and mopped up then check for
extension. Command held Co.33 shortly after arrival. Co. 33
cleared at 14:30. |
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2013 NKFC/SDFC Super
Raffle Winners List
5/5-Here are the winners
from yesterday's raffle off the main ticket.
Click here to see the list in
PDF Format. |
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Landing Zone at the
Station


4/26-E133 handled a Landing Zone for Life
Lion Helicopter at Station 33. EMS was on scene of a medical
emergency prompting the flight. E133 was out 30 minutes. |
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Tuesday Training moves
to Vehicle Rescue

Chief 133 covers Vehicle
Stabilization

FF Pottinger gets ready with Air Bags
4/23-Training began on Vehicle
Rescue this evening at a local auto sales property. Crews
covered vehicle stabilization and air bag set up. The next
several training classes will deal with various concepts of
Vehicle Rescue and Stabilization techniques. |
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Response to Landisburg,
Perry County

Heavy Smoke pushes from the
Home

E233's crew of 4 returns equipment to the Engine

Ready to head home
4/23-At 03:46 Engine 233 was
dispatched to transfer to Shermans Dale while they operated on a
House Fire in Landisburg. As E233 completed the transfer and
still on their ramp, Perry County 911 requested us to respond to
the scene at 108 E Main St. Upon arrival at 04: 23, Command 4
advised our crew of 4 to report to the rear of the structure to
assist Shermans Dale's crew. A collapse of the rear portion
occurred prior to our arrival however extensive operations were
needed to make access to hidden fires in the rubble. Members
worked for several hours overhauling the area even removing
brick by brick a collapsed wall. E233 cleared and was back in
the County by 09:00 but the crew worked for another 45 minutes
cleaning and washing gear. |
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Lunchtime Banquet

4/22-Over 150 people attended a banquet for
the Rise and Shine Bowling Group today. Normally we see our
banquet caterings during the evening hours so this was a nice
change. Thanks to the group for selecting to return next year! |
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Roll Over on Locust
Point Rd

FF D. Eckert looks over the
Vehicle

Vehicle lost control, struck embankment and rolled


The Bumper Line was pulled due to a Gasoline Leak
4/20-The Township Companies
were sent to N Locust Point Rd at the Quarry for an accident at
18:16. Chief 133 arrived just after dispatch to find a single
vehicle overturned and occupants out of the vehicle. E233, Sq33,
and Traffic 33 made the response. Crews secured the vehicle as
much as possible including controlling a gasoline leak. R31 was
canceled before arriving. Co. 33 remained on scene until 18:58 |
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Excellent Crowd at Final
Meat Raffle

4/19-The final Meat Raffle for the Season was
held Friday Night. A crowd of over 160 people attended making
for a great way to end a successful run of Meat Raffles this
year. Thanks so much to everyone that came out! See you in the
fall! |
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Truck Tractor Fire

E239 crew working as E133
arrives

Remains of the Cab

Fire had extended into sleeper cab as well
4/19-At 10:03, Companies 39
and 33 were sent to 1072 Harrisburg Pike for a truck tractor on
fire. C139 arrived with a working fire. Upon arrival of E133,
the crew went forward to assist with the 2nd line and overhaul
of the sleeper cab. Units cleared at 10:45 |
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Mid-day Accident on
Hogestown Rd

Side impact beams on the
Saturn

Front axle damage to truck

R31 crew member obtains information

Heavy damage to the car
4/16-At 10:51 the Township
Companies were sent to the 700 blk of Hogestown Rd for an
accident. Crews arrived to find a passenger vehicle that struck
a tractor trailer. Crews stabilized the vehicle to remove the
patient. Other members secured the battery and checked the truck
for fluid leaks. One the patient was loaded into the ambulance,
crews then focused on clearing debris from the roadway. Co. 33
cleared at 11:45 |
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New Hose Rack Donated to
NK

4/16-John Gleim, Inc delivered our new hose
rack today. This was a donation to the fire company. The new
rack is made from heavy duty steel and will support the hose
100% better than our old wood rack. Last year, we assisted
Gleim's with hose needed for a job they were doing. This is one
way that businesses and the fire company work together in the
community. |
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March Statistics
4/12-For the month of
March, Company 33 responded to 54 calls. Of those, 9 were Fire
Incidents, 18 Rescue Calls, 6 Hazardous Condition Calls, 4
Service Calls, 15 Good Intent Calls, and 2 False Alarms. The
busiest day of the week was tied (Monday and Thursday) with 10
calls. Average manpower per call was 15. A total of 49 members
responded to calls in March. For the remainder of the report,
click HERE. |
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Tuesday Training at the
Station

D/C Horning makes a bowline
knot

Crews then raise the smoke ejector

proper way to raise a dry line

raising a charged line

folding tarps 101
4/9-For Tuesday evening
training, members continue to focus on FFI skills. Tonight we
covered ropes, knots, and folding salvage covers. It was a great
refresher and newer members also gained knowledge on knots and
hoisting equipment such as fans, hand tools, and hose lines.
Thanks to everyone that came out this evening. |
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Tractor Trailer
Overturned on I81

Co. 33 begins to check for
hazards

A small amount of fuel leaked from saddle tanks

contents were sacks of powdered milk
4/9-E233, Sq33, and Traffic 33
responded to I81 NB at MM 55.9 for an accident with a tractor
trailer overturned at 17:21. Chief 33 arrived to find conditions
as provided. E233 arrived and its crew began to check for fluid
leaks and confirm the contents. Crews did find a minor diesel
fuel leak and were able to make a dike in the soil nearby. The
contents were sacks of powdered milk. DEP was advised of the
situation. R31 was staged at Exit 57 then placed available. The
Township traffic units provided assistance until nearly 23:00.
E233 and the Squad cleared at 18:35. |
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Driver Training

Alf gets draft training on T33

There's not always a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow
4/8-Taking advantage of the
nice weather, the daylight crew took E233 and T33 to Willow Mill
Park for some training. FF Alf has been training on T33 and
needed pump time. T33 obtained a draft then supplied its deck
gun and a line to E233. Two lines were flowed off E233. Crews
pumped for over an hour then took in lunch at the Hogestown
Deli. |
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Afternoon Confinement

Crews flapped the roof to
remove the driver

Co. 33, 39, and 45 members begin cleanup

One of three vehicles involved

Members survey the scene after extrication
4/7-E233, Sq33, Traffic 33
responded along with E239 and R45 to Trindle Rd and S Middlesex
Rd at 16:42 for an accident with a vehicle on its side. Chief 7
arrived and reported one patient confined. R45 arrived first and
began stabilization followed by the Engine companies. E233 crew
assisted with extrication and securing the other vehicles
involved. A combined effort of the three companies completed
extrication and patient removal 19 minutes after arrival. All
units cleared the scene at 17:46 |
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T33 supplying T25
4/7-E233, T33, and Traffic 33
responded to Oak Grove Farms in Monroe Twp at 13:21 for a
reported Barn Fire. T33 arrived, staged then went into the
facility to supply T25. E233 was staged on the hard road and was
placed available at 13:40. T33 cleared at 13:59. Crews had a
pole barn on fire and were able to get a quick knock on the
fire. |
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Yes, RT114 & I81

R31 and E233 crews work at the
scene

Traffic control box was struck again

Co.31 FF Tracey recovered this Chihuahua which fled from the
vehicle
4/4-At 12:42 as 5 members of
Co. 33 were attending a critique of the recent bus accident, the
township companies were sent to Rt114 and I81 for an accident.
E233 (with 2) responded and assisted R31 with a 2 vehicle
accident and removing one patient from the vehicle. During the
operation, C131 was advised of a Chihuahua that was missing from
the accident vehicle. A quick search began and the scared dog
was found just down the entrance ramp. FF Tracey (Co. 31) was
tasked with catching the dog while other members corralled
around. The dog was safely recovered then transported to a local
kennel until the owners could make arrangements to pick him up.
E233 cleared at 13:17, Traffic units remained until the signal
could be make operational and cleared at 14:12. |
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RIT Response to
Carlisle

Picture compliments of M.
Murray -Co. 40 EMS
4/3-At 03:47, E233
responded (with 6) for RIT on the 2nd alarm fire on W Willow St
in Carlisle Borough. The RIT crew set up on side "A" with 3
members staging there and 3 members staging on Side "C"
monitoring operations being conducted in the 2 story duplex.
E233 was released at 05:30 then transferred to Station 45
clearing there at 06:03. During this incident, Borough Transfer
Companies responded to Claremont Nursing and Rehab for an odor
of smoke inside. Traffic 33 was sent at 05:38 for traffic
control. Traffic 33 cleared at 06:12. |
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Early Morning Pin Job

Crews break down stabilizer
struts

Occupant was extricated through driver's side window


3/30-E233 (with 7), Sq33 (with
2), and Traffic 33 assisted Co. 31 with an accident involving a
vehicle overturned with entrapment in the 1200 Blk of Bent Creek
Bv at 02:26. R31 arrived and began to stabilize the vehicle.
E233 arrived and the crew assisted with stabilizer struts and
pulled the bumper line. Due to the location of the driver, the
air bag system on E233 was set up for possible use. Once the
vehicle was secure, the spreader off R31 was used to hyperextend
the driver's door window in order for the occupant to be
extricated in just 6 minutes after the arrival of E2. The scene
got hectic when a male came running in from somewhere, possibly
intoxicated. He was tazed and handcuffed by Police Officers when
he refused to cooperate. Units remained on scene until the
vehicle was up righted and removed. Units cleared at 03:46 |
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RT114 & I81 - Yet Again

Crews clear debris in
background

2nd crew assisting EMS with patient
3/28-at 15:45 the Township
companies responded to RT114 & I81 in what seems to be a weekly
occurrence, another accident. E233 (with 7) arrived to find two
vehicles and the roadway blocked. The Engine crew split to cover
both vehicles involved checking for injuries and fluid control.
Both vehicles were secured. Co. 31 assisted with debris removal.
Fire Police had the intersection closed during operations and
were assisted by the PennDoT Beltway Truck. Units cleared at
16:14. This was the 2nd of 5 calls for the day. |
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Tuesday Training

D/C Horning works with a crew
on the roof

Capt Brammer on our roof simulator

Opening Up
3/26-Members present for
training Tuesday evening worked on their Firefighter I skill
stations. A/C Brenneman led part of the group on our roof
simulator opening up using the cutters edge saw and axe. D/C
Horning had the other group doing ladder operations on the shed
roof and inside the station using the parapet wall to the
mezzanine. Members were able to gain experience and
familiarization using training props here at Station 33. |
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Morning Accident on the
Pike

E233 blocking the scene

Truck Tractor vs a Passenger Vehicle

3/26-At 03:44, Co. 33 and 39
were sent to Harrisburg Pike and Carolina Wy for an auto
accident. Crews arrived to find occupants out of vehicles and
fluids on the road. Crews dumped several buckets of absorbents
to contain the run off. E233 and Traffic 33 remained until the
roadway was cleared. Units were available in one hour. |
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Working Fire at KFC

Smoke from the Roof on Arrival

Part of E133's crew opening up

Making Entry

Pushing In

Driver James Hall at the Pump on E133
3/24-Just after 08:15 this
morning the 1st alarm was sent for a water heater fire at the
KFC on Carlisle Pike in Silver Spring Township, Box 31-10. E133
(with 6), T33, E233 (with 4), and Traffic 33 responded. Medic 88
(returning from a medical call reported the incident) arrived shortly after dispatch reporting smoke from the roof
and eaves. E133 arrived and the crew stretched the initial
attack line to the rear. Chief 33 (Hall) performed a 360 of the
building gaining access to the front with keys supplied by an employee.
E31 laid the supply line from the hydrant and T33 supplied E133
on arrival. As
the rear door was being forced it was also unlocked quickly. The
crew made entry finding fire at the ceiling level and heavy
smoke throughout the building. Using a thermal imaging camera,
crews located the fire and made a quick knockdown of visible
fire then began opening up. Additional crews provided manpower
for utility control, roof operations, and ventilation. Once
confirmation that all fire was out, ventilation fans were used
to remove smoke from the building. Crews on the roof also
reported light smoke condition around a roof top HVAC unit and
opened it up as well. Crews continued to work on overhaul and
discovered a light smoke condition around a light fixture
attachment to the building. Saws were used to open a void space
between a parapet wall and roof decking. This area was
overhauled and wet down. The PA State Police Fire Marshall is
investigating. Assisting Silver Spring Township Companies were
Citizens and Washington of Mechanicsburg, Hampden, Upper Allen (RIT),
Camp Hill EMS, and West Shore EMS. Thanks to West
Shore Bureau of Fire (E313) and Tanker 24 (Lisburn) for
transferring to Station 33. Co. 33 had 23 members this morning. |
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Rt114 and I81 Again


3/22-At 21:10, E233 and Traffic 33 assisted
Company 31 with an accident with injuries on Rt114 and the
entrance to I81NB. Crews performed standard vehicle accident
procedures and were available at 21:48 |
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Annual Seafood Dinner
This Saturday

Some of Last Year's Buffet
3/21-Our Annual Seafood Dinner
is fast approaching. The Buffet Meal begins at 3:30PM this
Saturday, March 23rd. Advance tickets are not needed; just show
up at the door. All you can eat Buffet includes: Home Breaded
Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, , Popcorn Shrimp, Baked Haddock, Hot
Wings, BBQ Wings, Baked Beans, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Cole
Slaw, French Fries, Dessert, and Beverage plus more. The cost of
the meal is $25.00. Children 8-13 are just $10.00. We hope to
see you Saturday Night. Guarantee you won't leave here hungry! |
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Where's Spring

E233 staged at Deer Ln
3/18-At 18:39 E233 was
dispatched with R34 and R45 to Wertzville Rd just West of Deer
Ln for an accident. E233 responded with a full crew. Responding
units were advised of heavy traffic backlog due to icy roadways.
E233 accessed from Rich Valley Rd and was met with standstill
traffic entering onto Wertzville Rd and traveled in the opposite
lane to make it to the scene. C34 had us stage at Deer Ln. We
assisted several motorists and a tractor trailer that was stuck
on the ice. E233 had the road closed at Deer Ln and waited for
PennDoT. Once the plow arrived, we continued to keep the road
closed until Rt944 was plowed and salted from our location to
Sunnyside Dr and to the top of the Mountain. Numerous non injury
accidents occurred prior to the plow arriving. E233 and R34
remained until the road was deemed safe by PennDot clearing at
20:24. |
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Working Garage Fire

Smoke Column from Rt114 and
Shadow Oaks Dr

Rt114 near I81

3-Bay Garage was well involved upon arrival

E133 with 4 Lines Off

Siding Melted on the Bravo Exposure

Crews begin overhaul

Well Staffed Volunteers at Work

Overall view of the remains
3/17-E133 (with 7), T33 (with
1), E233 (with 2), Traffic and Utility 33 responded this
afternoon at 15:12. E133 was the first attack piece to arrive
and laid out 800' of 5" from Marble St and Pine Hill Av. The
Engine arrived at the scene with a 3-bay garage fully involved
and siding melting off exposures on both sides. The crew
deployed the 3" blitz fire line, 2 1/2" preconnect, followed by
2- 1 3/4" lines for the exposures. The main body of fire was
knocked down off the 750 gallons of tank water. Once water
supply was established, crews worked to control the remaining
fire. Due to a downed live electric line access to the front of
the garage was limited. Once power was cut, crews were able to
begin overhaul of the building. E133 flowed 7500 gallons of
water total during the incident. E133 cleared at 18:34. Manpower
was excellent from all companies involved. Chief 31 (McDonald)
had the Command of the 31-07 Box. Thank you to Penn Twp and West
Shore for transferring and helping to restore the Engine and
wash hose. We appreciate it. |
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Spring Cleaning




3/11-Today at the Station we had visitors
from the FFA. It was a community service day for their group.
Approximately 45 kids and advisors from eight (8) different
schools cleaned the fire station from top to bottom. We cannot
say enough for the appreciation to their group and the hard work
today; and we had them for just four (4) hours. Windows, walls,
floors, bathrooms, gear racks, and apparatus were cleaned and
dried as well as vacuuming. As soon as we get the names of the
schools we will list them. Once again, thank you, thank you,
thank you! |
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Brush 33 getting
Responses

Co.33 and 39 members work at
scene

B33 getting refilled
3/11-With the nice weather
over the weekend, we knew it wouldn't be long until the grass
and brush fires started. B33 responded to two (2) calls on
Sunday, at 20:47 the response was to Monroe Twp for a grass
fire. C25 canceled the Brush after Co. 25 arrived with the fire
out. At 23:02, B33, MP31, and T33 responded to I81 SB MM54 for a
grass fire. Mp31 arrived with the fire out.
Chief 233 held MP31 only. Monday, B33 responded at 14:29 to the
200 blk of Clemson Dr for a grass fire. Chief 7 arrived with
about an acre involved. B33 arrived and pulled the booster line
to extinguish the spreading fire while other crews worked with
rakes.. Ground sweeps were then used to wet down the field area.
B39 took care of the burn barrel. Residents should be reminded
as the nice weather comes to keep watch on fires, especially
after the main fire burns down and hot ashes remain. The can
easily be spread as winds pick up. Also, a garden hose or bucket
of water should be kept nearby. |
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Gas Leak Inside

E233 Staging
3/7-E233 and T33 responded
with 1st Alarm units to Rutter's in Monroe Twp for a Gas Leak
Inside. E233 staged until requested for a 2nd meter to check the
inside. The crew metered the building before being placed
available. |
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February Report
3/7-For February, Co.33
responded to 60 calls. There were 7 Fire Incidents, 17 Rescue
Calls, 8 Hazardous Condition Calls, 9 Service Calls, 14 Good
Intent Calls, and 5 False Alarms. The busiest day of the week
was Tuesday with 15 calls. Average manpower for the month was 14
members per call. The remainder of the report can be found
HERE. |
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Another Multiple Call
Day
3/4-Company 33 had another
four call day. At 10:35, E133 and T31 responded to 6695 Carlisle
Pike for a Fire Alarm. C33 canceled units at 10:40 finding alarm
caused by construction. Fire Police were sent at 11:22 for a non
injury accident at Rich Valley Rd and Carlisle Pike. Traffic 33
handled this response. E233 responded to this incident at 11:33
for debris removal. At 11:25, E133 (with 4) responded on a
transfer to Co. 36 Station #2 while they operated on a vehicle
fire in a building. No additional calls were handled during this
time. E133 was available just after 12:30. Later in the day,
B33, T33, and Sq33 responded at 16:59 for a woods fire in the
"Narrows" on Bernheisel Bridge Rd. C133 arrived with a tree
stump burning along the guard rail. Crews made quick work of
this and cleared at 17:12. |
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4 Call Evening + Turkey
Supper

Garage Fire Picture from C341

RT114 & I81

2nd Vehicle from Rt114

Chimney Fire

Old Stonehouse Rd & Trindle Rd




3/2-After a quiet start to
March, crews ran 4 calls this evening while serving over 500
people for the Ham & Turkey Supper. At 16:03, Co. 33 was
dispatched for RIT to a working garage fire in the 400 blk of N
East St. E233 responded with 6 personnel. The engine arrived and
staged for a short time then transferred to
Co. 45. At 18:29, Co. 33 was dispatched to assist Co. 31 on
Rt114 @ I81 for an accident with a vehicle on its side. E233,
Sq33, and Traffic 33 responded. Crews assisted Co. 31 with
stabilizing the vehicle and securing batteries. Units cleared at
19:07 and were alerted 2 minutes later for a chimney fire on
Conestoga Ln. Both Engines, Tanker, Utility, and Traffic made
the response. E233 was first in and was instructed by Chief 231
to lay in. E31 was next in and was advised to supply the 5" if
needed. E133 and R31 arrived and were able to get in to the
scene and supply manpower to the operation. The crew from E233
pulled a preconnect to the driveway and began to check all
floors. E133 crew provided floor runners and removed the wood
from the fireplace. Truck 28 set up in the driveway to gain
access to the chimney. The roof crew did brush the chimney and
confirmed the fire was out. Command reduced the box and the
check of all floors proved no extension. Units cleared at 20:19.
After getting supper and cleaning up from the event, Co. 33 and
25 were sent at 22:31 to Trindle Rd and Old Stonehouse Rd for an
accident with an overturned vehicle. Chief 33 was advised of a
single patient still inside the vehicle. E233, Sq33, E133, and
Traffic 33 all responded. E233 arrived and began stabilization.
C133 had operations and advised rapid extrication due to patient
conditions and requested Life Lion to fly. E25 arrived and
established and LZ and provided manpower. Sq33 and E133
established additional lighting and manpower. Extrication was
completed in 10 minutes and the patient was transferred to EMS.
Units remained on scene assisting the wrecker removing the
vehicle. Traffic 33 was the last unit to clear at 23:49. Thanks
to the crews tonight handling the incidents and making sure the
Ham & Turkey Supper went off without a hitch! |
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Ham & Turkey Supper
Saturday
3/1-Members have been
working hard the past week preparing things for the Family Style
Ham & Turkey Supper scheduled for Saturday, March 2nd. Serving
begins at 3:30PM. Take Out Meals will be available through a
separate line in the apparatus bay. The meal includes: Real
Roast Turkey, Baked Ham, Homemade Filling, Mashed Potatoes,
Green Beans, Corn, Applesauce, Rolls, Dessert, and Beverage.
Adults are $10.00, Children 6-12 are $4.50, and those 5 and
under are free. This meal is served family style, which means
our members will seat you then bring platters of food directly
to your table!. You don't want to miss the meal. Call up some
friends and come to our house for supper this Saturday evening!
We would love to have you! Thanks in advance! |
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Bi-Weekly Training
between Multiple Call Day

Members begin to Work on E233
blitzfire line
2/26-For the bi-weekly
training, Chief 33 held a critique of the last three (3) working
fires focusing on issue with hose management centered around
pulling the preconnected blitzfire lines. After meeting in the
training room reviewing pictures and having group discussion,
the 20 members attending moved to the apparatus bay where both
blitzfire lines were removed and repacked several times before
accomplishing our goal and agreeing on the most effective and
efficient way to properly load and pull the blitzfire. Crews
also reloaded the bumper line on E2, trash line and crosslays on
E1. For the day, calls were a Medical Assist, 2 Fire Alarms,
Auto Accident, and 2 Calls for Traffic Control for the Traffic
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Chimney Fire Finishes
the Day

Exterior crew stands by at
Ladder base


Roof Crew brushes the Chimney
2/21-After responding to a
fire alarm while reloading the Engine following the building
fire, members got some rest in before responding to a chimney
fire on N Old Stonehouse Rd at 18:22. Chief 33 arrived and spoke
with homeowner reporting fire in the smoke shelf area of the
fire place. Due to limited access, E133 and Utility 33 loaded
crews from E127, E25, and T31 on the rigs before driving back
the lane which was approximately 2000' off the hard road. Crews
established interior and exterior manpower performing standard
chimney operations. Units operated for just over an hour before
clearing the scene. |
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2nd Alarm for Trindle Rd
Fire

Early Stages of the Fire,
Lines are charged, R28 Crew arriving

Fire showing from soffit on Side "B"

Blitzfire line at overhead door, crew making entry at man door

D/C Horning starting his 360 of building

Wind driven smoke covered the fire ground

Driver James Hall at the Pump Panel of E133

Truck crews from 28 and 45 overhaul the roof area
2/21-The first alarm was
sent at 07:28 for smoke from the building in the 1100 blk of W
Trindle Rd. C33 was advised of multiple calls and arrived with a
working fire. E133 (with 5) laid out from Locust Point and
Trindle to the scene with the crew advancing the blitz fire and
1 3/4" crosslay. Fire was found on the interior of the building
advancing into the attic area. T25 arrived and supplied E133
direct. Once the bulk of the fire was knocked down from exterior
lines, crews went
interior to catch the remaining fire. C33 requested 2nd alarm
upon arrival for additional manpower. Crews marked control just
prior to one hour on scene. Units remained working overhaul with
the last Co. 33 unit cleared just after 11:00. Crews had to deal
with wind driven smoke covering the fire ground several times
during the operation. Co. 33 was assisted by Monroe,
Silver Spring, Citizens, Washington, Union, Carlisle Fire
Rescue, Shermans Dale, Upper Allen, Silver Spring EMS, and
Cumberland-Goodwill EMS. The PSP Fire Marshall investigated the
cause and determined the fire to be accidental starting in the
building heating system. E313 and T19 transferred to
Station 33 while we were committed. E313 handled a medical
assist call while at Station 33. Great job to all crews working
today! Co. 33 had 19 personnel
today. |
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Trindle & Locust Point
for the Accident

2/20-Co. 33 and 25 responded to Trindle Rd
and N Locust Point Rd for an Accident. Crews controlled fluids
and removed debris. The Engine remained on scene until the
vehicles were removed. |
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Accident on I81


2/14-Pictures of the I81 Accident listed
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Thursday Calls Take Us
Over 100

Final Call of the Day-Water Main Break at
Wegman's
2/14-As has been the norm
here at NK, volunteer crews handled another day of multiple
calls. Squad 33 handled three (3) medical assist calls between
08:24 and 09:32. At 14:58, Traffic 33 responded to the 6400 Blk
of Carlisle Pike to assist Co. 31 with a non injury accident.
The Traffic unit was out 40 minutes. At 17:33, E233, Sq33, R31,
Traffic 33, and Chief 33 responded to I81 SB at MM54 for an
unknown injury accident. C33 arrived with no injuries and no
need for Fire or EMS. At 18:47, E233 and Traffic 33 responded to
assist Co. 31 with an accident on I81 at MM 58.3. Crews assisted
with a door pop and patient packaging. Units cleared at 19:31.
The final call of the day was handled by Traffic 33 at 22:20
when Chief 31 requested Traffic Units to the rear of Wegman's
for a water main break. Chief 31 arrived to find his version of
"Old Faithful" with water reaching as high as parking lot
lights. Traffic 33 closed Silver Spring Square Dr at Lambs Gap
Rd while Traffic 31 was set up at Wegman's. The spectacular
incident attracted plenty of attention was water continued to
flow until PA American personnel arrived and secured the leak.
After investigating, crews found not a water leak but a truck
driver had struck a fire hydrant. Traffic 33 cleared at 23:28.
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Multiple Call Tuesday
(6)
2/12-Co. 33 started a busy
day at 07:51 responding to Spruce Ln in Country Manor for an
odor of something burning inside. Chief 33 arrived with normal
conditions and after speaking with residents advised E133 to
investigate a possible washing machine problem. T33, E134, and
T34 staged. The crew checked the area and determined a possible
belt issue and released the scene. Units were available at
08:20. At 11:15, E133 was dispatched with Co. 31 for a fire
alarm on Bent Creek Bv. The Engine was canceled not long after
responding. At 15:57, E133 responded with Co. 39 and 38 to 1149
Harrisburg Pike for a commercial fire alarm. At 16:01 the box
was upgraded for a fire in the building adding Tanker 33. E133
staged on Shady Ln at the hydrant for a secondary supply line.
The crew split went to the scene, split with team A to the
3rd floor where an employee was suffering a medical condition.
Team B went to the 2nd floor kitchen to investigate the fire
out. Crews were available from the incident at 16:43. Squad 33
handled a medical assist at 17:17. Brush and Tanker 33 responded
to Hogestown Rd for a possible Brush Fire at 19:39. Crews found
a controlled burn and returned at 21:01. Tanker 33 responded at
23:13 to transfer to Penn Twp (Co. 50) while they operated on a
House Fire in Lower Mifflin Township. No additional calls were
answered and the Tanker was available at 00:36. |
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Four Calls Handled
Sunday

E133 and T33 staged

Manpower assisted Co. 31 with operations

E133 and its crew in Country Manor
2/10-In addition to the HM
Training, Co. 33 handled four incidents. the first sent E133 at
04:48 to Shermans Dale Fire Co. for a transfer assignment. Co.
12 was operating at a House Fire in Tyrone Twp. No calls were
handled but the crew did assist with cleaning hose and equipment
when they returned. E133 cleared at 08:02. Later at 13:53, E133,
T33, and Traffic 33 assisted Co. 31 with a chimney fire in the
Village of Hogestown. Units cleared this call at 14:20. At
16:08, the same units from Co. 33 responded to Cherry Ln in
Country Manor for an odor of smoke inside. Crews traced the
source to careless smoking and cleared at 16:42. E133 was back
on the street for the final call of the day at 19:09 responding
to Cherry Lane again for a gas odor. Crews investigated and
cleared at 19:53. |
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Haz Mat Operations
Refresher Class
2/10-Members of NKFC and Silver Spring
Community Fire Company took in their annual Hazardous Materials
refresher class at Station 31. HazMat Operations is a riding
requirement at New Kingstown and the refresher class needs to be
taken each year. The group participated in two (2) scenarios and
classroom lecture. Thanks to Co. 31 for the invitation and their
hospitality. |
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Busy January in the
Books
2/5-Co. 33 ended the month
with 72 calls. The breakdown includes: Fires - 8, Overpressure
Rupture - 1, Rescue Calls - 22, Hazardous Condition - 8, Service
Calls - 6, Good Intent Calls - 19, False Alarms - 8. Manpower
average was 13 members per call. The busiest day of the week was
Tuesdays with 14 calls. For the remainder of the report, click
HERE. |
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First Due Garage Fire

Manpower on the exterior of
the garage

Origin of the fire at the wood stove

Roof area

2 race cars took heat damage
2/2-At 18:12 as a motorist was
alerting the in station crew of the fire, County dispatched 1st
alarm to the 100 blk of N Locust Point Rd for a garage fire.
E133 arrived 5 minutes after dispatch finding a working fire in
a pole barn to the rear of the residence. The crew stretched the
300 footer to the rear. E233 and T33 arrived shortly afterwards
taking a lower driveway which provided access to the garage. The
crew stretched the blitzfire line off E2. T33 supplied E233. The
crew made a good stop on the fire however significant heat
damage had already took its toll on the contents, which included
two racecar frames and at least one motor. The garage was used
as a racecar shop. Additional crews from Monroe, Union, and
Carlisle Fire Rescue assisted. E127 and Truck 28 arrived and
staged. These units were released in just a short time. Control
was marked 13 minutes after arrival. Crews overhauled the
building and investigated. Units cleared the scene at 20:03.
Company 33 had 30 members on this incident. Thanks to Tanker 19
(fill in for Co. 31 on 1st alarm) and West Shore E313 for
transferring to Station 33. One call (an accident) was handled
by the standby Engine. |
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Engine and Tanker to
York County

View of the Damage to the
Garage
1/31-E233 responded at 15:48 for RIT on the
2nd alarm garage fire on Blair Mountain Rd off Old York Rd in
Carroll Township. At 15:55 Tanker 33 was added to the box. E233
arrived and sent its crew with RIT equipment to the scene. The
crew surveyed the scene then provided manpower to watch the
operations on all sides as needed. T33 shuttled one load of
water. T33 cleared at 18:43, E233 cleared at 19:16. |
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Training Page Update
2/1-The
training page was
updated with the 2013 in-house training schedule. Any questions,
contact the Deputy or Assistant. |
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Six Calls for Tuesday

The traffic control box was
cleared off its base this time


1/29-Company 33 had another
busy day today running multiple calls. The day started at 03:19
with E133 transferring to Co. 36 (Mt Holly) while they operated
at a building fire at PPG Industries. E133 was added to the
response for RIT before completing the transfer. E133 arrived
and sent its crew forward and established RIT on Side "A" of the
building. Additional equipment was provided from Truck 45 due to
the majority of our RIT equipment on E233. Crews remained until
released shortly after 07:00. at 09:41, E133 responded with Co.
33 for a fire alarm. E133 was canceled before arrival. At 12:27,
E133 responded to the Carlisle Interchange of the PA Turnpike
for a tractor trailer fire. The Engine arrived with a working
fire in the rear tires and brakes. The Engine crew stretched a
line and made quick work of the fire. The trailer had been
disconnected before we arrived but also suffered heat damage.
The trailer was empty. E145 and T41 assisted. Crews were out
just over 30 minutes. Next at 18:14, E233 responded with Co. 31
to Millers Gap Rd and Wertzville Rd for an accident. Crews found
no injuries and cleared quickly. At 18:49, Squad 333 handled a
debris removal call in Middlesex at 1176 Harrisburg Pike. E233,
Sq33, and Traffic 33 responded at 19:30 to Rt114 and I81 for
another accident. Crews arrived finding two vehicles and the ill
fated traffic control box taking another hit, this time knocking
it off its base and taking the traffic signals out of service.
Crew performed standard vehicle accident procedures and
established lighting. The Engine and Squad cleared before 21:00.
Traffic 33 remained with Co. 31 and 30 Fire Police until after
01:00 providing lighting and traffic control while the signal
was repaired. |
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Light Snow and Coating
of Ice

Lt. 133 (Gutshall) checking
the tan bark

Crews reload 5" supply line

E133 in the driveway
1/28-As light snow and ice
fell most of the morning, Co. 33 started running calls at 06:59
responding to the PA Turnpike MM 230 for an accident. C223
(Kaminski) placed the box available before units committed due
to no injuries. At 10:57, Traffic 33 responded to assist Monroe
at an accident on York Rd at Brandtsville. Traffic 33 was set up
at York Rd and Williams Grove Rd for several hours. At 11:22,
1st alarm was sent in our first due area to Penns Way Rd for
Smoke in a House. Chief 133, E133, and T33 responded. Command
was advised of an odor of smoke inside and smoke from the tan
bark outside. E133 arrived and laid in the driveway sending its
crew to check the interior and exterior. Chief 131 (Morton)
found a small electrical fire in low voltage lighting. Crews
secured power then overhauled and wet down the area in question
before clearing. Next, E133 responded to Cedar Ln for an odor
investigation inside. Crews found no fire department services
needed but did install a properly working smoke detector in the
home before going available. The final call of the day was at
15:54 for a tree down on Bernheisel Bridge Rd in the Narrows.
Squad and Traffic 33 handled this call. |
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Slipping and Sliding

Crew stands by while vehicles
are loaded

E233 blocks the scene
1/25-Company 33 responded to
the above accident at 16:30 as the roads began to get slick.
Crews arrived to find two vehicles involved. One vehicle was
stabilized and fluids controlled. E233 remained on scene just a
short time until the vehicles were removed. For the day, Co. 33
responded to a Fire Alarm and a Medical Assist. |
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Meat Raffle POSTPONED
1/25-Tonights Meat Raffle
has been postponed due to the impending weather and in the
interest of the safety of those who were planning to attend.
Sorry for the inconvenience. The raffle will be rescheduled for
Friday, February 1st |
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Late Night Accident
begins the New Day

Single Vehicle onto a Curb

Crew checks the Vehicle
1/25-After clearing an
electrical fire with Co. 31, Co. 33 was sent to the 1100 blk of
Harrisburg Pike for an accident. FP46-1 reported the accident,
then advised possibly no injuries. Both Engines and Traffic 33
responded (E133 was at Quik Fill). Chief 7 arrived and held E233
and EMS. Crews checked the vehicle and cleared shortly after.
Traffic 33 remained until the wrecker cleared the damaged
vehicle. |
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Morning Accident Starts
a Busy Day

Crew members clear debris

2 Vehicles involved
1/23-E233 and Traffic 33
started the day at 06:40 responding to Rt114 & I81 for an
accident. Crews arrived with 2 vehicles involved and cleared
debris from the road after securing both vehicles. Units cleared
at 07:45. At 11:27, County sent the 1st alarm to Country Club Rd
for a House Fire. E133 and T33 made the response. Chief 7 held
E133 for investigation of a furnace malfunction. Just as the
Engine was clearing at 11:43, the 1st alarm was sent to Hampden
Twp for an electrical odor inside bringing both 33 Engines. E133
crew went to manpower, E233 stood by at a hydrant with E37.
Crews were released at 12:09. Next up was a possible Brush Fire
at Exit 52. B33 responded at 14:47 and was placed available
enroute by Chief 7. With just a short break, Squad 33 responded
at 15:43 to Pleasant Grove Rd for a CO Detector Activation.
Crews metered the home and found faulty detector
batteries. This day exercised all the rigs except the Utility;
thanks to the members for putting the rigs on the street today
and everyday! |
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Big Turnout for
Breakfast
11/20-A total of 615 people
went through the line Sunday morning for breakfast keeping
members busy trying to keep up. We certainly want to thank
everyone that came out this month and supported the fire
company. We apologize to anyone that may not have had the
opportunity to go back for seconds or found some of the items
temporarily sold out. Additional seating was added in the
training room and apparatus bay to accommodate the larger crowd.
Hope to see you all back in February!! Thanks again! |
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Crash, RIT, 1st Alarm


1/20-During the monthly breakfast, Co. 33
responded at 09:45 with Co. 31 to Texaco Rd and State Rd for an
auto accident. E233 and R31 arrived together finding 2 vehicles
involved. E233 crew stabilized one vehicle and assisted with
patient packaging. Crews were on scene just over 45 minutes. At
12:22, E233 responded on 2nd alarm for RIT (Rapid Intervention
Team) to a House Fire in Shiremanstown. E233 arrived and sent
its crew forward with equipment. No action was taken on this
incident. E233 cleared at 13:07. While operating on this
incident, E133/T33/Traffic 33 responded at 12:46 with Company 31
and 1st alarm to Bali Hai Rd for an electrical fire. Command 31
held the township companies for investigation. This incident was
cleared at 13:57. |
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Working Garage Fire

Conditions on arrival of Chief
33

E133 crew stretching lines

Getting the Knock

A motorcycle and vehicle were destroyed

Crews were able to prevent extension to the House
1/18-At 21:58, County sent the
1st alarm for an Garage Fire attached to a House on Appalachian
Dr. Chief 33 arrived with a working fire. E133 laid in 600' feet
from Carlisle Pike and stretched a 3" line with the master
stream and a 1 3/4" line. Crews concentrated on preventing
extension to the house via connected breezeway. The blitzfire
line was used to knock down the bulk of the fire in the garage.
T31 arrived and supplied E133 direct. E233 hooked to the 5" line
at the Carlisle Pike with Tanker 33 hooking in to the Engine.
Additional arriving units established manpower and assisted with
overhaul. Truck 28 laddered the roof of the breezeway and
carport. Control was marked within 30 minutes and crews worked
for over an hour overhauling the garage and contents. Thanks to
our transfers (West Shore and Penn Twp) for assisting at the
station with cleanup. Command held the Township companies, Truck
28, and Rescue 27 after an hour of work. Units cleared the scene
at 00:26. The PSP Fire Marshall will be investigating on
Saturday. Thanks to all companies for the great work tonight!
Co.33 had 28 members tonight. |
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Diesel Fuel Leak Caused
by Professional







1/18-Co. 33 responded at 10:51 to 1240
Harrisburg Pike at the Blue Beacon Truck Wash for a truck
leaking diesel fuel. Chief 33 arrived and discovered the
"professional" driver drove his truck over an 8" curb which
flattened the front tire, ruptured the saddle tank, and disabled
the air ride suspension. As luck would have it, the fuel began
pouring out of the 200 gallon saddle tank and was running 30' to
the storm drain. Sq33 arrived and made a dike of hi-dry to keep
additional fuel from making it into the drain. Utility 33 and
the Spill Trailer arrived and inflated 2 pools to contain the
leak at the tank, which could not be patched. Additional pads
and snakes were inserted into the storm drains at two locations
and where the pipe outlet entered the stormwater catch basin.
With the fuel contained, crews remained on scene until the
cleanup contractor arrived. Co. 33 cleared at 12:11. |
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Crash in the Fog

1/12-At 21:57 the township companies
responded to State Rd and Bare Rd for an accident with unknown
injuries. E233 and Traffic 33 made the response in the thick
fog. Crews arrived with a single vehicle onto landscape rocks.
The Engine crew checked for hazards then remained on scene until
the wrecker could remove the vehicle. Chief 231 held Co. 33.
Units cleared at 22:50 |
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Steam thought to be
Smoke

Crews ladder the roof to check

Both Engines and Tanker staged

E133 Crew
1/8-Shortly after finishing
our monthly meeting, Co. 33 was hit at 20:18 to respond on the
1st alarm to 208 Woods Dr for smoke from the roof. The Engines,
Tanker, Traffic, and both Chief Vehicles responded with 23
personnel. T31/C231 arrived with their crew doing a walk around.
Co. 33 arrived and sent manpower to staging. Crews did a
thorough check and determined the smoke to be steam from roof
top units combined with the colder temperatures. Units cleared
in 30 minutes. |
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One in the Field Off I81

1/4-E233 and Traffic 33 responded to I81 SB
MM51.1 at 13:26 for an accident involving a single vehicle.
Chief 7 was advised of a vehicle that crossed the medial from
the NB lanes across the SB lanes and into the field almost 400
feet. Crews provided EMS care and secured the vehicle. E141 and
R45 were staged on Trindle Rd at I81 in case better access was
found off the Interstate and were placed available. Co. 33
cleared at 13:54 |
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Soup Sale This Saturday!
1/2-The fire company is
trying a new (to us) event this year. We will be having a take
out Soup Sale on Saturday, January 5th from 11:30-3PM at the
fire station. Homemade Soups will be available for $7.00 per
quart. Homemade Chicken Corn, Homemade Beef Vegetable, and
Homemade Ham Bean Soup will be available. With the colder
temperatures, nothing beats good hot soup. Soup will be sold in
styrofoam containers which can be frozen for use at any time.
There is no limit in the number of containers available to take
out. Hope to see you this Saturday! |
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Co. 33 - 4th Busiest
Station in Cumberland County
1/2-Company 33 was ranked
4th in total calls for Cumberland County in 2012. The County
total for us was 612. Our actual total was 629. The difference
was several storm related calls throughout last year in which no
county incident number was assigned, which is not uncommon. The
top five were: Union (41) with 816, CFRS (45) with 696, Hampden
(30) with 661, NK (33) with 612, and Silver Spring (31) with
570. |
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Annual New Year's Day Buffet Meal
12/28-Start your New Year off with the
traditional meal of Pork and Sauerkraut. The Buffet Meal runs
from 11am-3pm at the fire station. The meal consists of: Roast
Pork, Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes, Filling, Hot Dogs, Corn,
Applesauce, Roll, Beverage, and Dessert. Prices are Adults
$8.25, Children 6-12 $3.50, and those under 5 years of age are
free. Feel free to join us! We have an ATM on site and We Will
have the TV's on to carry your favorite game of the day! |
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Crews Staff the Station
As Snow Falls Again

12/26-E233, E141, R45, Traffic 33 and 3
responded at 12:33 to I81 SB MM50 for an accident involving an
overturned vehicle. Chief 7 arrived with everyone out of the
vehicle and held E233 and the Traffic Units. The Engine crew
checked the vehicle upon arrival finding no active hazards.
Crews were on scene only a short time due to road conditions and
no need for the apparatus. E233 cleared at 12:56. Later in the
afternoon, Squad 33 was dispatched at 14:38 into W Pennsboro Twp
for an accident on the PA Turnpike. Rescue 47 cleared a previous
call to respond canceling the Squad before responding. The
Station was staffed all day with 19 members during the height of
the storm. |
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Christmas Eve Snow
Brings One Accident
12/24-E233 responded at
18:39 to Bali Hai Rd in Silver Spring Twp with Co. 31 for an
accident. Snow had began falling in the area just a few hours
before and making slick roadways in a short time. Duty Chief 31
held the response to E233 due to road conditions. Crews secured
the vehicle and checked for hazards. E233 was available at 19:28 |
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Track Santa Here
12/24-This year we've
teamed up with Norad once again to track Santa as he makes his
rounds arcoss the world. Click
HERE for
the link. |
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Providing for Those In
Need

The Group at Silver Spring
Elem

Middlesex Staff receives their packages
12/19-This morning Chief Hall,
Capt Brammer, Lt Gutshall, and Secretary Eberly loaded E133 to
head out to visit the schools for our annual donation of a
complete holiday meal for selected families. Each year our
Secretary, Joyce Eberly, contacts each of the schools to see if
they have families that need assistance. The members of the fire
company donate money towards the meals. Once again this year we
provided meals for 4 families, one from each school (Eagle View,
Silver Spring, Green Ridge, and Middlesex). Each meal was
packaged in wrapped boxes and delivered to the schools. We never
know the names of the families we help out; we just know we are
doing good each year by providing the meals hoping it makes
someone's Christmas that much more special. Thanks once again to
our members for stepping up and giving back to the community. |
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Another Evening Accident
on Rt114



12/18-at 17:44 the Township companies
responded to an accident on Rt114 just prior to I81. R31 arrived
to find multiple vehicles involved. E133 and Squad 33 arrived
and assisted Co. 31 with patient packing, depowering vehicles,
and debris removal. Co. 33 was placed available at 18:34. |
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Shredder Truck on Fire

Makin' the stretch

Capt Brammer and FF Toot check the shredder inside

Opening up the box part

making entry to the rear box

Fire was contained to the shredder area
12/18-Chief 139 reported a
truck fire at his place of business via radio which sent Co. 33
and E239 to 21 Roadway Dr in Middlesex Twp. E133 and T33
responded at 14:46. Chief 33 arrived with smoke showing from a
box truck. E133 arrived and pulled two lines, one to the front
portion of the box where the shredder was located and the 2nd to
the cargo area of the box. This area contained the loose
shredding of paper. Fire was contained to the shredder however
the contents needed to be unloaded and wet down to confirm
no hot embers were in the loose paper. Crews operated for almost
an hour before going available. |
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Evening Accident at
Rt114 & Rt11


12/17-The Township Companies responded to the
busiest intersection in the Township at 22:17. E233, Sq33, and
Traffic 33 made the response. Chief 31 arrived with two vehicles
and the intersection blocked. Crews were tasked with depowering
vehicles and extensive debris removal. Units were out 45
minutes. |
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Investigation Outside


12/12-At 16:21, Brush 33 responded to a smoke
investigation outside in the 1200 blk of Harrisburg Pike. Chief
7 was advised of smoke in the area of the Waffle House. Crews
were on station performing rig checks so Brush 33 hit the street
right away. Chief 231 (Henderson) was in the area and advised it
was to the rear of Howard Johnson Motel. He discovered a large
tank that workers were dismantling with a torch. Residue inside
the tank caught fire. Chief 7 requested E133 respond as well.
B33 arrived and pulled a booster line. The small fire was
quickly extinguished with Class "A" foam and E133 was placed
available before arrival. B33 cleared at 16:43. |
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Early Morning Mess on
the Strip

PennDoT spreads sand on the NB
Lanes

This tractor trailer suffered a mechanical failure which
punctured its fuel tanks

2 DoT Trucks work on the SB Lanes
12/10-At 01:51, Co. 33 was
sent to the 1100 blk of Harrisburg Pike for a Fuel Leak. Chief 7
was advised of a tractor trailer leaking fuel from the saddle
tanks and the Police Dept requesting the road be closed and
PennDoT for sand; the worst part was it was raining. Squad 33
responded and Chief 7 requested the Spill Trailer upon arrival.
Squad 33 crew checked the truck and found both fuel tanks empty
with only residual leaking. Crews then began checking drain
inlets to see how far the fuel made it. U33 arrived with the
Spill Trailer and stood by. Chief 7 and the Squad crew found
fuel entering the Letort Run which was about 1/2 Mile North of
the Scene. Utility 33 relocated and provided several "booms"
which were secured where the drain entered the Run in order to
hold back the fuel as much as possible. Chief 7 was in contact
with DEP during the incident. PennDoT arrived with 2 trucks and
began coating the road with sand as the rain and traffic had the
mess spread out. Fire Police from NK and North Middleton held
traffic until the sand was applied. John's Mobile secured and
removed the tractor trailer. The last Co. 33 unit cleared at
03:47. Co. 33 had 2 additional calls Monday evening. |
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Large Crowd for the
Breakfast
12/9-Our monthly breakfast
was very well attended with a final head count of 593.
Additional table had to be set up in the apparatus bay and even
the training room was used for seating. The crowd and long line
had members on their toes keeping the breakfast items filled up.
Santa, Mrs Claus, and several elves were on site from 7am-11am
and had their hands full with over 100 kids. Candy and Treats
were passed out to those who visited with Santa. Thanks to those
who made our event so successful! |
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Confinement on
Wertzville Road

Co. 31 and 33 firefighters
work to package the patient

Tools used off R31, protective hand line off E233

2nd vehicle involved
12/8-At 21:16 the Township
Companies were responding to Wertzville Rd and Old Willow Mill
Rd for an accident with confinement. R31 arrived first and
stabilized the vehicle. E233 provided manpower for extrication,
a hand line, and checking the 2nd vehicle for hazards. Crews
removed the driver's side door in order to extricate the driver
to EMS. The 2nd vehicle had no injuries and the battery was
secured. Crews remained on scene until released at 22:03. Co. 33
responded to five (5) other calls this date. |
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Santa.....Delivered

E133 begins its run at 9am

A family greets us on Eastwood Dr

Another group out to see Santa
12/8-After a hearty breakfast
at the Station, crews set out with Santa on the Engines at 9am
to visit kids and adults of both townships. It was a great day
and hundreds of oranges and candy canes were passed out along
the routes. The routes were finished by 4pm. It made for a long
day but well worth it when you were able to see the smiles on
their faces. Thanks to our members, families, and friends who
assisted us (and fed us) including West Shore Bureau of Fire who
provided an Engine and crew to cover for us while we were out.
E213 did respond to an accident with confinement on Green Ridge
Rd and assisted R31 crew with extrication. Thanks to everyone
that came out (some in their PJ's) to greet us and see Santa and
those of you who even handed a donation back to us.
We love this time of year! |
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One Overturned in
"Border" Accident

Occupants were self extricated upon arrival of Chief 25
12/8-E233, Sq33, and Traffic
33 assisted Monroe with an accident involving an overturned
vehicle this foggy morning at 05:26. E233 arrived behind Chief
25 at 05:36 and sent its crew to check the vehicle and begin
patient assessment as no EMS was on scene yet. Crew members
found 3 patients in need of treatment. As EMS units arrived,
members from both companies provided assistance to quickly
prepare the patients for transport. E233 and the Squad cleared
at 06:07. Traffic 33 cleared at 06:32. |
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Car Vs Deer on I81


12/6-E233 and Sq33 responded at 07:36 to I81
NB MM56.5 for an accident with unknown injuries. A72 and A40
arrived ahead of the Engine finding one patient not injured.
E233 and Sq33 arrived sending their crew members forward to
check the vehicle. Units cleared at 07:58. |
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Santa Claus is Coming to
Town!

12/2-Santa once again teams up with the
volunteers at New Kingstown to visit residents in our first due
areas of Silver Spring and Middlesex Townships. This year's
Santa Run will be Saturday, December 8th beginning at 9am. It
would be great to see everyone out to greet us this year. For
the exact route and contact information, please check the
Santa Page HERE |
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November Report
12/6-For the Month of
November the Fire Company responded to 48 Calls for Service. The
breakdown is as follows: Fires - 12, Rescue Calls - 11, Service
Calls - 6, Good Intent Calls - 11, False Alarms - 8. The busiest
day of the week was Wednesday with 11 Calls. Average Turnout Per
Call was 12 members. The remainder of the report can be found
HERE. |
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2013 Fund Raising Events
12/6-The 2013 event list is
now available on the Schedule Page and is available in PDF
version to download as well. Click
HERE to access the
page easily. |
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Officers Elected for
2013
12/6-The following will
serve as the Administrative and Line Officers for the year 2013:
President - James Hall
Vice President - Brandon Baughman
Secretary - Joyce Eberly
Membership Secretary - Ken Hivner
Treasurer - Gretchen Horning
Assistant Treasurer - Tracy Mullen
Director - Greg Brammer
Director - James Hall
Director - Don Baughman
Director - James Gutshall
Director - Jeff Pottinger
Engineer - Darryl Sprague
Assistant Engineer - Brian Brenneman
Fire Chief - Curtis Hall
Deputy Chief - Robert Horning, Jr.
Assistant Chief - Brian Brenneman
Captain - Greg Brammer
Lieutenant 1 - Mike Gutshall
Lieutenant 2 - Brian Eckert
Lieutenant 3 - Appointed Position
Fire Police Captain - James Gutshall
Fire Police Lieutenant - Don Baughman
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Route 114 and I81 Again


12/4-The Township Companies responded at
18:27 to Rt114 @ I81 for a vehicle accident. R31/C31 arrived to
find 2 vehicles involved. E233 and Sq33 arrived and sent their
manpower to assist with standard vehicle accident procedures.
Traffic 33 was set up eastbound just prior to the intersection
to protect the scene and safely flow one lane of travel past the
scene. Crews remained until the vehicles and debris were
removed. Units cleared at 19:17. This was the 3rd call of the
day for Company 33. |
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Afternoon Car Fire

12/3-At 14:51, Company 31, 33, and 30 were
sent to I81 SB the Off Ramp to RT114 for a car fire. Multiple
calls and smoke in the area indicated a working fire. E31/T31
arrived and pulled the bumper line from E31 to begin
extinguishing. E133 arrived and supplied manpower to assist. Co.
30 was placed available before arrival. The vehicle was a total
loss. Unit picked up and cleared the scene at 15:25. |
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Rigging Up The Lights!

Tower 33 In Service....

Lt. Gutshall in the Bucket

The finished product
12/2-The tradition of
decorating the station began this afternoon as the icicle lights
were strung over the bay doors. Lights were also attached to the
main entrance canopy. We have a few remaining areas to complete
this week. Thanks to Kevin Sheriff for once again borrowing the
"Tower" to help us out. |