May 10, 2008
SUPER RAFFLE INFORMATION
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277 North Locust Point Road, New Kingstown, PA  17072
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Web Site Updated 5/11

Excellent Day for the Raffle

5/11-The 1st Super Raffle run jointly by Shermans Dale and New Kingstown Fire Companies went off without a hitch (except for a little mud in the parking field). Both companies worked together as one department in unison. We would like to thank everyone that support this new event. Preliminary reports indicate that we sold all but 22 of the 3,333 tickets which is excellent for our first time. It was a long day but both companies will reap the benefits once all the bills are paid out. We just can't say enough to those of you that came out and spent the day with us, we have heard a lot of great comments from the day and it is certainly appreciated. We will post more information this week as well as pictures from throughout the day. The list of winners has been completed and can be found by clicking HERE. Once again, thank you for your continued support and check back during the week for the remainder of the information. A special thanks to the crews from West Enola and Monroe for covering our response area during the raffle, Sorry Gary-No calls again but at least we fed you well!


No Rest for Some

5/11-The past two (2) overnights we have spent several hours in Middlesex Township. Early Saturday morning, crews were sent out around 01:30 for a dumpster fire at the Rodeway Inn. E133/B33 made the response. Due to a truck tractor blocking part of the parking lot, the call was handled by Brush 33. While on scene, the company was struck out again for a pedestrian hit on the Carlisle Pike at Louis Pw. E133/B33/Traffic 33 responded on this incident and provided patient care until the arrival of EMS. It appeared that this young individual was "sucker punched" rather than struck by a vehicle. E233 and Ut33 responded on the PA Turnpike around 06:30 while getting ready to set up for the raffle. Crews were not available from this incident until 09:00. Then this morning, Brush 33 was on the street again to the Rodeway Inn for a trash fire. B33 arrived to find a phone book that was set afire next to a shed. The Police Department and Chief 7 had the fire knocked down upon arrival. After clearing and still hanging around the Station discussing the raffle, Squad 33 was dispatched to Birch Ln in Country Manor for a flooding call. The Squad arrived to find the water line to the toilet disconnected and unable to be shut off. Crews secured the main water valve, repaired the toilet, and recharged the line to correct the problem before going available.


Raffle Saturday

5/9-Crews from Shermans Dale and New Kingstown have been working very hard this week getting things in order for the 1st annual Super Raffle on Saturday. Wednesday and Thursday evenings were spent at Shermans Dale's Station getting some food items together and doing final preparations. Friday, all day was spent a the Mechanicsburg Club Grounds getting set up and ready for the big day. Nearly 50 members from both companies worked all day in the rain setting up the grounds and kitchen areas. There will be a limited quantity of tickets available at the gate Saturday. The gates open at 10:30 am. A sign is posted along Wertzville Rd at the intersection of Glendale Dr so ticket holders know exactly where to turn for the event. Any questions in regards to the Super Raffle can be directed to Chief Hall
at 648-5871or Deputy Chief Horning at 554-7590. Winners for the Super Raffle will be posted on both company websites as soon as possible after the event.


Website Updates

5/9-We must apologize to our loyal fans due to the lack of updates the past week and a half. Check back next week as we provide updates for several past calls and events.



Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a firefighter?
Are you interested in possibly learning more about the Emergency Services?

 On June 7 & 8 of 2008 the New Kingstown Fire Company will sponsor it's first ever WACKERS (We Are Committed Kids to Emergency Rescue Services) Weekend.  This program enables 20 area children from the ages of 11 to 13, to experience firefighting first hand.  Each participant will be issued safety equipment, uniforms and an accountability tag for use during this weekend.  Chosen applicants will arrive Saturday morning June 7^th and stay at the firehouse until Sunday, June 8^th.  They will learn first hand how to use firefighting and rescue equipment; much of the weekend is hands on exercises.  Highlights from this years fun filled weekend include: vehicle rescue, a visit from Life Lion, confine space rescue and many more awesome activities! At the end of the weekend, awards will be given out to everyone.  This is an excellent opportunity for many children in our community to experience what it is like to be a firefighter or officer in a local fire company. 

We would be very happy to have you be a part of this weekend but space is limited
Applications are due back to the Fire Chief by April 27th.
Click Here to access the application in PDF style.


Final Meat Raffle Until Fall

4/25-The Meat Raffle Friday evening went very well. A large crowd filled in and enjoyed a buffet meal before the raffle began. At total of 20 rounds of meat and 3 special rounds were sold along with tear off tickets throughout the evening. Thank you to all the players who have supported our meat raffles and to our members for once again doing a great job.


E233 On RIT Call to Carlisle

4/25-E233 responded with 4 personnel on the RIT assignment to Carlisle Borough for the dormitory fire at Dickinson College. Carlisle Borough crews made quick work of the fire and was under control when the Engine arrived. Crews stood by until released by command.

Landing Zone in Middlesex

4/24-Engine 233/Traffic 33/Chief 33 responded Thursday evening for the accident on Sunnyside Dr in Middlesex Township. Chief 33 arrived 1st with Co. 34 personnel responding from the raffle meeting to find one fatality and one seriously injured patient. Chief 7 (Beam) arrived shortly afterwards and assigned Chief 33/E233 to a landing zone at Wertzville Rd and Bernheisel Bridge Rd for Life Lion Helicopter. Traffic 33 closed Sunnyside Dr at Wertzville Rd for the duration of the incident. A single patient was flown by Life Lion and E233 went available when cleaned up. Traffic 33 remained on scene going available before midnight.


Busy Sunday ends Long Weekend


Crews responded to this Late Night Accident on I81

RT11 @ I81 in Middlesex Township Sunday Afternoon

Monroe and New Kingstown Members "Burn in" the BBQ Trailer Sunday

60 Halves of Chicken, Baked Potatoes, and Fixings were enjoyed by All

4/20-Another Busy Day around the Station started at 4AM as we got ready for the Breakfast Buffet. Nearly 500 people attended and supported the fire company Sunday morning. After cleaning up from the Breakfast, we got together with Monroe Fire Company and lit off the recently purchased BBQ trailer. We enjoyed 60 halves of chicken, baked potatoes, applesauce, and dessert inside the fire station due to the rainy weather. The trailer will be used by both companies to due chicken BBQ's for fund raising. Crews responded to four calls during the afternoon and evening as well. They consisted of an accident on RT11, Fire Alarm on Ridge Dr, Accident on I81, and a grill fire on Locust Point Rd.

Saturday in Penn Township


View of the Fire from Lebo Rd enroute to Station 50

Picture taken behind Station 50

4/19-Engine 233 (with 4) was transferred to Station 50 (Penn Twp) while they operated on a garage fire that extended into the mountain in Beetem Hollow Saturday afternoon. Not long after completing the transfer, E2 was alerted to the scene with an original assignment of exposure protection. Upon arrival, the crew was assigned to overhaul of the 40' x 100' garage containing several vehicles, tractors, and other equipment. After several hours of work, the crew also assisted E49 with loading their 5" supply line before going available. It is a rarity that we work together with firefighters from "West of the Ridge", but everything went fine and we appreciated the opportunity. E2 also responded to another woods fire on Pine Rd after clearing the garage fire and was canceled upon arrival. E2 then returned to Station 50 to assist with cleanup and reloading hose on T250 and E250 with crews from North Middleton and Bendersville. Thank you to Co. 50 for the Pot Pie Meal, it was great!.


Long Day on The Pike


Dump Truck Impacted the Tanker Trailer

Crews work on reapplying Class "B" Foam

Damage to the Tanker After the Dump Truck was Removed

E45 Supplying Foam to the Scene

4/18-Crews had a long day on the Carlisle Pike with an accident involving an 8500 Gallon Gasoline Tanker Truck. Crews from Companies 33 and 31 (Silver Spring) were dispatched shortly after 09:00 Friday morning when Chief 131 (Morton) witnessed the accident occur. E233 responded immediately with 4 personnel and was advised by Chief 131 of a major gasoline leak and the driver of the dump truck confined. E233 arrived and prepared for rapid extrication and attempted an initial foam blanket and absorbent dike. The driver of the dump truck was able to self extricate quickly and E233 repositioned. Chief 33 (Hall) assumed Incident Command and requested the Cumberland County SHOT (HM Team), E25 (Monroe), and E45 (Empire-Friendship) for Class "B" Foam application. Additional units were requested throughout the day to provide manpower and assistance at the multi-agency response. Units finally brought the incident under control after 19:00 hours once all product was transferred to another tanker trailer. A big thank you to all involved in every aspect of this incident, we all know in our minds what the outcome could have been if a fire had occurred.
Click Here for Slide Show added 04/24/08

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Tickets Still Available

4/11-We have been receiving several calls inquiring if there are still tickets available for the Super Raffle. Yes, they are going fast but there are still tickets available. If you are interested, stop by either Fire Station or use the contact information on the Super Raffle page by clicking here.

RIT Response to Upper Allen

4/16-This morning at 07:23, Engine 133 was added for Rapid Intervention for an apartment fire on Geneva Drive in Upper Allen Township. E1 responded with 6 personnel, arrived, and staged per command. The fire was marked under control before arrival and RIT was not needed. The crew did take time and check the interior layout of the apartment building as well as the exterior before clearing the scene.

Shed Fire in Silver Spring


FF Gutshall controlling the fire

4/14-While Engine 1 was on display at the Red Robin, the 1st alarm was sent for a shed fire on Maple Dr in Silver Spring Township. E1 responded immediately with 2 personnel and arrived on scene within 2 minutes with a working fire on the exterior of a small backyard shed. FF Gutshall pulled the line and put a quick knock on the fire. Chief 31 (McDonald) held the box to E1 and E31 in just a minute after the arrival of E133. The quick response held the fire to the exterior of the shed. Cause of the fire determined to be discarded wood stove ashes.

Red Robin Night



4/14-Thanks again to the Red Robin located at 6560 Carlisle Pike for another fund raising night for the fire company. Crews were on hand to pass out the flyers for patrons to turn in to their waiter or waitress in turn the Red Robin donated 10% of the bill to the fire company. Stay tuned, our next fund raiser event will be Monday, May 12th.

FFII Completed

4/13-Congratulations go out to Deputy Chief Robert Horning for completing his Firefighter II Training class this past Saturday.


Haz Mat Refresher Training



4/12-14 Members from Company 33 participated in the annual Haz-Mat Operations Refresher class held at the Station. This year, the class featured hands on type training using both Engines set up to perform mass decontamination, gross decontamination, over flow dams, and vapor disbursement. Addition pictures posted on training page as well as a short video.


More Crashes


Trindle Rd near Mulberry Dr Accident Thursday

Vehicle Struck Guard Rail at Bridge Abutment

RT11 NB in Hogestown before Lunch Friday

Vehicle Between Guard Rail and Debris Pile

Passenger Door removed for Extrication

4/11-As a trend over the past several weeks continues, crews have been still running accidents. Thursday, E233 responded on the Accident on Trindle Rd near Mulberry Dr with E25 and R27. Also, E133 responded on a Fire Alarm in Middlesex. which resulted in a cancellation. Today, E233 responded with Company 31 to the 6600 blk of Carlisle Pike (RT11 NB) in Hogestown for another accident. Crews removed the passenger door of the pickup truck for patient extrication.


Another Afternoon Confinement







4/9-Both Engines responded this afternoon at 14:30 to the 6600 blk of Carlisle Pike in Silver Spring Township with Company 31 and Rescue 27. E233 responded to the scene and assisted with extrication. E133 set up the landing zone on RT11 just south of the accident scene. The crew from R27 assisted with loading the patient. Units were available within 30 minutes.

Confinement in Middlesex







4/8-Crews from Companies 33, 41 (Union), and R40 (Cumberland-Goodwill) responded to an accident involving a tractor-trailer and box truck on I81 in Middlesex Township shortly after 14:00. Units arrived to find one fatality in one vehicle and confinement in the other. Crews worked together to extricate the patient. The accident snarled traffic into the late evening hours as wrecker and cleanup crews worked to remove the vehicles. Fire Police cleared the scene around 18:30 hours. More pictures to follow.

Tiger Scouts Tour the Station


Safety Officer Glen Hostetler talks about his Gear

The Kids lined up after taking a ride on Engine 1

4/6-The Station received a visit Sunday evening from Tiger Scout Pack 195 from St Joseph's Church in Mechanicsburg. Safety Officer Hostetler showed them around and explained the equipment and apparatus. After the tour, the kids took a short ride on Engine 133 then met in the social hall for snacks. Thank you to Scout Leader Joe Surprenant for making the arrangements. Stop back any time.

Close Call in the Township





4/5-Units responded for a report of smoke in the basement on Hempt Rd in Silver Spring Township Saturday afternoon. E133 and Tanker 33 made the response. Upon arrival, Chief 133 (Horning) advised the crew that the occupants were reporting smoke in the basement. After a quick investigation, crew found an electrical fire at an outlet and brought the incident under control. Ventilation of the structure was required. Command held the response to both Township companies and were available within an hour.


Tickets For Sale

4/4-Crews from Shermans Dale and New Kingstown will be at the Walmart in Mechanicsburg (6520 Carlisle Pike) from 9AM-2PM on Saturday selling the Super Raffle Tickets. Tickets are going fast! If you are interested in purchasing tickets, please stop by and visit. Tickets are also available at either fire station.


9 So Far this Month



4/4-After running just 3 calls last week, the month of April has started off steady with 9 calls as of lunch time Friday. E233 responded to the above accident Thursday morning on Bernheisel Bridge Rd at the Creek. A single vehicle struck a large tree broadside. The patient was self extricated upon arrival and Chief 7 (Beam) held the response to E233 and A72. Crews secured the vehicle and assisted EMS with patient packaging before going available.

Utility Coming Along Nicely





4/4-The Utility was picked up at Ryder Graphics yesterday morning after they completed lettering and striping the unit. Warning devices will be added next week. Additional pictures will be posted once the unit is completed. Thanks to Scott and Kelly at Ryder Graphics for a job well done. The Chief even got the chevron this time!

Red Robin Supports the Fire Company

4/2-The Mechanicsburg area Red Robin Restaurant located at 6560 Carlisle Pike in Silver Spring Township will be supporting the Fire Company on Monday, April 14th. On this day from 5PM to 9PM, 10% of the Sales will be given to the fire company as a donation. Members will be on hand to provide handouts for the evening as well as fire prevention supplies and smoke detectors. We thank the Red Robin again for supporting the fire company. Click here to access a downloadable form.

March Run Stats

4/2-The run stats for the month of March are now available. The company responded to 39 calls for the month. The busiest call type was Rescue Calls with 17 and the busiest day of the week was Saturday with 11 calls. Total number of volunteers responding was 342 which averaged 9 per call. The remainder of the stats can be found on the run stat page.


No Foolin', 5 Calls for the Day





4/2-Yesterday, the was no time for foolin' around, the fire company responded to 5 calls during the day and handled our monthly business meeting later in the evening. The 33 house started off with a woods fire in the 6800 blk of Wertzville Rd with Company 31. Crews found a controlled burn and cleared after investigating. While Brush 33 and Chief 33 were on that call, E133 and Chief 233 responded to a fire alarm on Alexandria Ct which resulted in a cancellation. After lunch, Sq33 responded to the 1st block of W. Main St in New Kingstown to assist WS  EMS with a lifting call from a routine medical transport. E133 then responded to a fire alarm on Roadway Dr which also resulted in a cancellation. Around 16:30, E233/Traffic 33/C33 responded to the above pictured accident on I81 NB at MM57.8 in Silver Spring Township. E233 arrived and checked the vehicle securing hazards and assisting EMS with patient packaging. Life Lion Helicopter was requested by ALS and the crew from R31 handled the LZ on the Northbound Lanes of I81. This accident created quite a mess for fire police from both township companies and Hampden Township and snarled traffic for the evening rush hour. All crews were available and ready by 18:00. Thanks to those who turned out today.

Another Successful Weekend


Basket Bingo Crowd


4/2-The members finished with another successful fund raising weekend at the fire station. The meat raffle went well with a good crowd Friday evening. We did have some complaints in regards to not enough tickets available for the round where we ran our Super Raffle Tickets. We have discussed these problems and agreed to change to the double style tickets we normally use for our special rounds (1/2 hog or beef) in order for everyone to have a chance to purchase tickets at the April Raffle. This will only apply to our special rounds, not the normal $1 meat rounds. Any questions can be directed to Chief Hall at 648-5871. Sunday, the Fire Police hosted their 2nd annual Basket Bingo Program. We had 91 people playing bingo which made for a great afternoon. The Fire Police were very pleased with the turnout for the day and are very thankful for your support and the support received from area businesses. Thank you to our local residents and businesses again for your continued support.

Friday Afternoon Crash


Crews standing by after completing the extrication


3/28-Crews from both Township companies and R27 (Citizen's) responded to an afternoon accident on State Rd which fatally injured one person and seriously injured the second. E233 (with 7) arrived with R27 and R31 simultaneously and began stabilization and extrication. All three companies worked to remove both doors and the roof for rapid extrication. 2 Spreaders and 2 cutters were used off E233 along with a sawzall to complete the extrication. Life Lion helicopter landed adjacent to the scene and flew the serious patient. No other information was available. Out thoughts and prayers go to the families and friends of the victim.

Basket Bingo Program March 30th

2/27-The Fire Police will be sponsoring a basket bingo at the Fire Station on Sunday, March 30th. The doors will open at 11AM and the 1st game will begin at 1PM. A buffet meal will be included for a players. The cost for the day will be $25.00. Prizes will be Baskets or Pottery for each game. Door prizes, Raffles, and Small games of chance will also be available throughout the day. Prepay and save $2.00. For additional information or for reservations contact LaRue Wagner at 766-5728 or Ted Adams at 697-4179. Proceeds benefit the purchase of the new Traffic Control Unit. To see the list of games for the day and their sponsors, click here

 

Afternoon Mess in the 31-05 Box




FF Souder works with the bucket

Origin of the Fire

Control Marked-Crews used Class A Foam for mop up

Nice to See you finally got dirty Howard!





Stones found in the hydrant

3/27-Yesterday, Brush 33 was dispatch with Company 31 to Green Ridge Rd in Silver Spring Township at 13:42 for a Brush Fire. As units started marking up, Chief 131 (Morton) was advised of a dump truck and several round hay bales also being involved. With limited manpower available initially, Tanker 33 responded instead of the Brush. Units arrived and found a controlled burn which extended into a single axle dump truck (well off), about 30 round bales, and several pieces of farm machinery creating quite a mess. Additional units were requested by command eventually bringing Tankers from West Enola, Summerdale, and Shermans Dale. Brush 33 also responded later during the incident as well as E133 and Traffic 33 which were directed to Rich Valley Rd and Stonewall Dr to establish a Fill Site at the hydrant to refill Tankers. Almost 30,000 gallons of water were used to extinguish the fire. FF Souder brought his 4 wheel drive John Deere to spread out the round bales along with 2 bobcats (Co. 31 FF Brown) to finish the job off. Units were finally clear the scene around 17:00 but needed almost another hours getting equipment back in service.

1st Female Career Firefighter

3/27-Congratulations go out to FF/Paramedic Shelly Latsha on her recent appointment as a paid firefighter with the Fairfax County, Virginia Fire & Rescue Department. Shelly is the 1^st female member in the history of the fire company that has chosen a career firefighter position. We’re proud of you Shelly-make us proud!

 Well Done Jeremy

 3/27-Congratulations also go out to FF Jeremy Moyer on recently completing the Delmar Firefighter Training series which now qualifies his as an interior firefighter. On his last day of training, Jeremy attended an all day live burn session at the Franklin County Training Center. The class was hosted by Friendship Hose Co of Newville and was attended by firefighters from Cumberland and Franklin Counties.

 2008 Softball League

 3/27-The New Kingstown Fire Company Softball Team for the Spring 2008 Series has been assembled. Potential members met behind the station for team tryouts this past Saturday afternoon. 18 members will represent the fire company in the West Shore Fire Chief’s Softball League. All games will be played on Sundays at Silver Spring Township’s Stoney Ridge Park on Bernheisel Bridge Rd. More information can be found on the Softball page. Check back as updates are made including our 2008 schedule.

 Utility 33 In Service Soon

 3/27-The New Kingstown Fire Company Firefighter’s Relief Association has purchased a 2001 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab 4x4 Pickup Truck to be utilized as a Utility Vehicle for the Fire Company. With increased gasoline prices and the fact that many members use their personal vehicles for errands for the fire company where a pickup truck is needed, the fire company only saw it fit to look for a vehicle that would serve in this capacity. The Utility was purchased in the fall of 2007, and recently returned Tuesday Subway Auto Body in Carlisle after receiving a fresh coat of “Red” Paint. The Utility will be going to Ryder Graphics in Mechanicsburg for lettering and striping next Monday. Once that is completed, emergency warning devices will be installed at the fire station. The unit will be officially placed in service once all work in completed.
 

 Traffic Unit Update

 3/27-Prints of the new Traffic Unit have been added. At this point, we are waiting on confirmation that the International chassis has been received at E-One and then a final completion date will be announced. Click on the links below for blue prints of the new vehicle.
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Weekly Training







3/25-The topic for Tuesday evening training was continued operations with Self Contained Breathing Apparatus focusing on budding breathing. The class was held at the fire station and crews were able to refresh themselves with hooking one pack to the other in the event someone would run low on air while inside a structure.


Historic Apparatus and Other Photos

3/22-The Fire Chief has begun the task of scanning some old photos of apparatus and incidents to post on the website. Please check back as we work to show the apparatus used over the nearly 100 years of the fire company, as well as old incidents and maybe even some of the members. Additional Photos added 3/24. Links provided on the left side of this page.


Yet Another





3/21-Crews from 33 and Monroe responded to this accident at Trindle Rd and N. Locust Point Rd on Wednesday afternoon. EMS checked the occupants which refused treatment. Crews checked the vehicles, finding no hazards, and cleared the scene within 15 minutes.


Another Accident







3/18-Township Companies were dispatched this afternoon at 15:34 to Carlisle Pike and Appalachian Dr for a 3 vehicles accident. Units arrived to find the northbound roadway blocked and 2 patients. Crews assisted with patient packaging, cleanup, and traffic control. All units were available by 16:30.


Middlesex Accident





3/17-E233/C33/C133 responded to this accident Monday afternoon just before 15:00 at Bernheisel Bridge Rd and Peach Lane. The crew stabilized one vehicle until the patient was removed and secured both vehicles. Units remained on scene until the vehicles were removed from the roadway. Later in the evening, E133/Sq33/C33/C133 responded to 9 Wheatfield Dr for a gas leak. Units found a faulty regulator on the gas service meter to the residence and secured. Units remained on scene until UGI Gas arrived approximately 15 minutes.

Another Border Crash





Click here for a short video of E233 approaching Locust Point & Trindle

3/17-Companies 33 and 25 with Rescue 27 responded at 07:32 this morning to Trindle Rd and State Rd for a 3 vehicle accident. Units arrived and performed stabilization, hazard control, and cleanup services. Several people were transported to local hospitals with minor injuries. All units were available shortly after 08:00.


Updated SOP's Added Today

3/13-The much awaited SOP's were added to the site today replacing the outdated version. Members are encouraged to view the SOP's and become familiar with them. There will be a hard copy placed at the station as well. They are far from perfect, but in a much better state as we continue to update and revise as needed.


Engine 1 Receives Lighting Upgrades


E1 received three (3) brow mount lights on the Cab

2 Tripod Mounted Lights added to the Rear

3/13-Engine 133 received an upgrade to its scene lighting capability last week. The Engine was at Guardian Fire Equipment most of last week. Three (3) 750 Watt Brow mount lights were added to the cab, 1 front, 1 each side and two (2) 750 Watt Tripod lights were mounted on the rear. The tripods are mounted in such a manner to be used as fixed or portable. The lighting capability is now 5-750 watt lights, 2 500 watt lights, 2 500 watt portable lights, and a 6000 watt light tower.


Rescue Local

3/13-Companies 33 and 31 were dispatched today at 11:38 to the 6700 block of Carlisle Pike in Silver Spring Township for a Utility Tractor overturned at a local business. E233/C33 arrived to find the patient self extricated in need of medical treatment. A72 arrived just behind E2 and assessed the patient and prepared for transport. A71 arrived and assisted. R31 was staged at the Hempt Polo Field in the event aero medical would be needed. After the ALS unit arrived and checked patient, the decision was made to transport by ground. All units were placed available in 30 minutes.

Border Action


Engines 233 and 25 on scene Tuesday Morning

Chain Reaction Collision

Wednesday's Accident was also the result of a chain reaction

3/13-The Border Units were busy with 2 accidents in 2 days on Trindle Road. The 1st was Tuesday morning at 07:32 during rush hour at Trindle Rd and Simmons Rd. Units arrived to find three vehicles involved and patient refusals. Crews secured the vehicles and stood by until they were removed. The 2nd accident was Wednesday morning at 11:28 hours at Trindle Rd and Konhaus Rd. This accident involved two vehicles and patient refusals again. Units remained until the vehicles were removed. In both of these cases, the accidents were a result of a vehicle stopped awaiting traffic to make a left turn and were struck from behind. Motorists are advised to pay attention and watch for stopped vehicles. Fortunately, there were no injuries in both accidents.


9 Call Weekend

3/9-Company 33 responded to 9 calls which began Friday morning at 06:11 and ending Sunday evening at 18:10. Although no major incidents were handled, crews did remain somewhat busy with the rain and wind over the weekend. The company finished Friday with 4 calls (Crash, Fire Alarm, Medical Assist, and Chimney Fire) and turned out 4 more on Saturday (2 Fire Alarms, Transformer Fire, and Tree Down) and then 1 on Sunday being a tractor trailer fire which turned out to be a good intent (Thanks Chief 19). Thanks to those who helped get the rigs cleaned up after the calls as well.


February Stats Added

3/4-For the Month of February the Company ran 57 calls for Service. The busiest day of the week was Friday and the busiest call type was rescue calls. For all the monthly breakdown, see the statistics page.
 

Presentation to Miller & Sam's Towing



3/4-President James Hall presented Sam Miller with an appreciation plaque for their continued support and assistance provided to the fire company. The Miller's were invited to our banquet, but was unable to attend due to the fatal accident that Company 31 handled while we were out of service. Sam was contacted by the Police Department to removed the vehicle. Thanks Sam!

Working Truck Fire in Middlesex


Crews Mop Up the Remains

Truck Cab Destroyed

3/3-Crews from NK wrapped up a busy day with a tractor trailer fire in the parking area of the Hotel Carlisle in Middlesex Township last evening at 19:31 hours. E233/T33 arrived to find the cab well off and immediately pulled a foam crosslay for extinguishment. Units were called back to the scene at 22:15 when the wrecker company found smoldering in a cabinet under the mattress in the sleeper area. For the day, besides the two already mentioned, the company responded to a car fire on I81 and a Carbon Monoxide detector activation.


Ham & Turkey Supper Well Attended



3/2-Yesterday was our annual Family Style Ham & Turkey Supper at the Fire Station. Over 600 people were served, which included around 180 take out dinners. We would like to take the time and thank everyone who supported the event and enjoyed a great meal. Also, thanks to all of our members and families that helped pull this event off without a hitch, including those who worked hard behind the scenes almost all week getting things ready. Thanks to the kids who, under supervision, worked all night making sure the tables were set back up and ready for the next group of people.


Short Night for Overnight Crews in the Snow



3/1-Crews ran 3 overnight calls Saturday morning making a short night for those who worked all day for the fund raiser. E133 and Traffic 33 were added to the 141-02 Box for a gas leak in the building at the Petro Restaurant in Middlesex Township. Both Units staged until released by command. Before making it to the station, E133/T33/Traffic 33 responded with other 1st alarm units to the Ramada Inn on Harrisburg Pike also in Middlesex Township for reported smoke in the building. Crews investigated for over 30 minutes before returning. E233 and Traffic 33 responded to the above accident around 06:00 on Wertzville Rd near King Dr in Silver Spring Township. E233 staged until released by command after Rescue 31 arrived. Traffic 33 remained on scene and assisted with closing the road until the vehicle was removed.










 

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