Web Site Updated 6/26

Another Duty Friday

6/26-Today, the Duty Crew loaded E233 and the Chief's Buggy and headed to Red Robin at 6560 Carlisle Pike for the lunch. Just after the order was taken, the crew responded to a grass fire on the Turnpike at MM230. Just prior to entering the gate the call was canceled and we returned for the meal. Thanks to the crew of 7 that came out today.

Afternoon Van Fire

6/23-E133/Tanker 33/Traffic 33 responded at 16:23 to assist Company 31 with a minivan on fire on Hogestown Rd just off Carlisle Pike. E31 arrived with fire in the engine compartment. E133's crew assisted with forcing the hood. Units cleared within 45 minutes

Basic Training

6/23-Tuesday night training focused on some basic training on ladder, ropes, and hand line practices. Additional pictures can be found on the training page.

Wires Down Cause Power Outage

6/22-At 10:52, E133 and Chief 133 (Horning) responded to Eleanor Dr in New Kingstown for a Pole and Wires Down. The units arrived to find two poles knocked down by a truck driver making a delivery to a warehouse and was also blocking Silver Spring Ambulance's ramp. Pole numbers were reported to PPL and they arrived within 30 minutes. A72 was able to exit their building a drive across the grass to place themselves back in service. PPL released the Fire Company after securing power. This caused a power outage in the general New Kingstown Area for about an hour. E133 responded to a fire alarm just after clearing the wires call at 11:30. Earlier in the day at 08:48, E233 handled a transfer to Co. 50 (Penn Twp) while they operated on an accident in Shippensburg Twp.

Father's Day Breakfast a Success

6/22-A total of 492 people turned out for the annual father's day breakfast buffet at the station. The normal rush between 08:30 and 10:00 kept the line cooks moving to keep up with the crowd that at one point lined into the apparatus bay. Thank you to those who came out and supported us again. Our next breakfast will be September 20th as we break for the summer months.

Afternoon Accident on I81

6/21-Crews from New Kingstown and Silver Spring were dispatched at 16:28 to I81 SB in the Area of Exit 57 for a vehicle overturned with confinement. Chief 231 (Henderson) arrived and reported conditions of two (2) patients confined. R31 and E233 arrived together and stabilized the overturned vehicle and began extrication efforts. The front and side windows were removed and the occupants were able to be removed through the front windshield within 10 minutes after arrival. Both southbound lanes of I81 were closed during the incident which created a large traffic backlog. Traffic Units from Hampden and Camp Hill assisted the Traffic Units from both Township Companies. All units were available shortly before 18:00

Dual Accidents at RT114/I81 Intersection

6/17 Accident
Crew returning to E233

E233 crew checking one of the vehicles from 6/19





Note Intrusion into Passenger Side of Vehicle-Fortunately there was no passenger

6/21-With the annual trip to Ocean City this past week, the crew at home ran 9 calls including the above accidents at RT114 and I81 Intersection on the 16th and 19th. In both cases, the crews from both Township Companies assisted with EMS and secured vehicles. Other calls were a medical assist, fuel spill, 2 fire alarms, and 3 cancellations. The Fire Chief would like to thank those who provided staffing while we were out of town.

Busy Day for NK Volunteers

RT114 @ Sporting Green Dr Accident

RT114 @ Sporting Green Dr

RT114 Prior to I81

Crews work on Extinguishing the Fire

RT114 @ Mulberry Dr Accident

6/11-Crews were kept busy on Wednesday responding to multiple incidents. The day started early at 00:35 with both Township Companies and R27 (Citizens) responding to an accident with confinement on RT114 at Shadow Oaks Dr. E233 arrived and was given the assignment to establish a landing zone for aero medical. The crew split setting up the LZ and assisting with extrication and patient removal. Once EMS arrived at the LZ, The remaining crew from E2 assisted with a "hot load" into the helicopter. The Township companies remained on scene fro several hours providing lighting for accident investigation and cleared at 04:06. The next call was a medical assist at 11:39 on Ashburg Dr for cardiac arrest. Sq33 arrived and assisted EMS with patient care. Our last update indicated a resuscitated patient. Sq33 cleared and was sent on another medical assist at 12:04 on Buttonwood Ln. While the squad was committed, Co. 33 was again alerted for a possible dryer fire on S. Madder Dr at 12:18 with Co. 31, 27, and 28. E133, E233, T33 made the response (Sq33 responded after clearing the assist). E133 and T33 arrived first and sent the crew to the interior. T33 provided a supply line to the Engine. The crew from E127 assisted on the interior. The dryer was removed and vent tube was checked finding no fire. It appeared to be a mechanical problem with the dryer, crews then ventilated naturally and cleared at 12:45. A total of 17 members turned out for the response which was excellent for a daylight call. Crews got a short break and were back at it again at 16:50 responding to RT114 near I81 for a truck fire. For the 2nd day in a row units arrived to find an engine and passenger compartment fire and again for the 2nd day the vehicle went into motion while on fire, unfortunately this time it rolled backwards towards E31 where the crew was beginning to advance the bumper line. After a quick panic attack, a fire extinguisher was used to "chock" the rear axle stopping the vehicle a few feet from E31. E31 was repositioned and the fire was extinguished. E133/T33/Traf33 made the response. The final call at 01:48 again sent units to RT114, this time at Mulberry Dr for an accident with confinement into a structure. E233/T33/Traf33 made the response. E233 arrived just after Co. 27 and assisted with patient extrication and checked the interior of the house. All units cleared the scene at 03:05. This incident hit hard a home being that upon arrival, the house that was struck was a member of our fire company and one of the injured persons in the vehicle was a member of Silver Spring. Our prayers go out to a speedy recovery for those who have been affected.

Working Box Truck on I81

6/8-Units from Silver Spring, New Kingstown, and Hampden were dispatched at 14:49 to I81 @ MM 58 Southbound for a Truck Fire. E133 (with 6) and Tanker 33 promptly responded and arrived behind E31. T33 supplied E31 while the crew from E133 pulled a 2nd line off E31 to assist with extinguishment. The crews made quick work of the fire using CAFS lines from E31. Chief 231 (Henderson) held the box to the Township companies and all units were available at 15:37. For the day, Company 33 has responded to a total of 4 calls. Squad 33 handled a medical assist at 09:38, E233 responded to Monroe Township for a dryer fire at 10:14 and Traffic 33 responded to Mechanicsburg around 19:45 to assist with Traffic Control at a garage fire.

W.A.C.K.E.R. Weekend Off to a Great Start

Members and Participants Pose for a Group Photo

Deputy Chief Horning Explains the Rescue Tools to the Group

Participant Puchalsky runs the Tires

The Group Bowled at ABC Lanes in the Evening

6/6-The 2nd W.A.C.K.E.R. Weekend kicked off at the Fire Station at 09:30 with 10 Participants ages 12-14. The group split into "battalions" and were taught topics including CPR, Vehicle Rescue, and Patient Care. Stat Medevac Helicopter made an afternoon visit and the kids learned about medical helicopters. We also had some fun with a combat challenge course, bucket brigade, and swimming in the folda tank. The kids and members later went to Palumbo Pizza for Dinner and Bowled three games at ABC Lanes. As of 22:45 we are still trying to get the kids settled down to sleep. They are spending the night "bunking in" at the fire station. Sunday will feature several more challenging scenarios and an awards program at noon.
 

Congratulations Graduates!

6/5-Congratulations to the Cumberland Valley High School 2009 Seniors including fire company members Justin Moyer, Shane Ketterer, Ken Stirling, and Brian Eckert. We wish you luck as you begin your careers in the "real world".

Station Page Updated

6/5-New Data has been placed on the Station Page. Concept drawings have been added for both floors and exterior of the building. Please check them out.

Afternoon Training Session

6/4-The afternoon crew hanging out at the fire station took some time for training. The crew of 9 loaded up on E233 and T33 and headed to the boat ramp at Willow Mill Park. The Fire Chief went over drafting and pump operations with two new tanker drivers (Lt. Gutshall and FF Detraglia) while the Deputy Chief went over handline operations with the remainder of the crew. The Tanker drafted out of the creek and supplied E233. E2 had one line off and gave the crew some nozzle time. The foam system on E2 was also exercised. The rain held off and the units were out about 2.5 hours. Thanks to those who participated.

Box 31-07 Dryer Fire

5/30-The 1st alarm assignment for Box 31-07 was struck at 00:26 bringing crews from Silver Spring, New Kingstown, Hampden, West Enola, and Summerdale to Conifer Ln in Silver Spring Township for the Dryer Fire. E133 (with 6), T33 (with 1) made the response. E31/C31 arrived and requested E133 stage on the hard road and send T31 back. C31 then reported a working fire and requested E133 lay a supply line back the lane from Sample Bridge Rd. 1200' of 5" Hose was needed to reach T31. The crew from E133 then assisted with interior operations. A quick stop was made on the fire however the house was charged with smoke. After confirming the fire was out, crews began ventilation assisted by Summerdale firefighters. The 5" line was not needed and Utility 33 responded to the scene to bring the hose back to the station. Co. 33 was available at 02:08 and needed another hour to cleanup and reload the hose at the fire station. Traffic 33 assisted on Sample Bridge Rd and cleared at 01:51 only to be dispatched to assist Shermans Dale closing Spring Rd at Sunnyside Dr in Middlesex Township. Total manpower from Co. 33 was 19 

Another Afternoon Accident, Another Duty Friday

5/29-Both Township Companies were on the street this afternoon at 14:54 responding to an Accident on the access road to the rear of Wegman's. Units arrived to find one injury, stabilized the vehicle, and removed the patient. E233 was available at 15:13. Company 33 had 15 members turnout for this daylight call. Earlier the Duty Crew of 10 went to Hoss's in Middlesex Township for lunch together. Station Duty today included washing rigs and getting ready for the BBQ on Saturday. At 08:59, Squad 33 handled a basement flooding call on N. Middlesex Rd clearing at 09:50

Afternoon Accident in the Village

5/26-The Township companies were dispatched at 13:39 to E. Main St and Cumberland Dr for a Vehicle Accident. Chief 33 (Hall) arrived to find a tractor trailer leaking fuel and a passenger vehicle over the embankment. E233 (with 6) arrived and confirmed everyone was out of the van and secured it while the remainder of the crew began fluid control. R31 provided manpower and additional products to contain the runoff due to rain. U33 and the Spill Trailer (with 2) arrived and deployed booms to block a culvert and additional runoff. Traffics 33 and 31 flowed one lane past the incident scene. Units remained on scene until 14:55 releasing the call to the cleanup contractor.

Crash at RT114 & RT11

5/25-E233 and Traffic 33 responded to assist Co. 31 with an accident at the Intersection of RT11 & RT114 in Silver Spring Township. E233 arrived at 23:43 splitting the crew of 7 to provide vehicle stabilization, fluid control, and secure the battery while the driver set up fixed lighting. The crew from both companies then assisted EMS with removing the patient. Co. 33 cleared at 00:07. Earlier at 22:36 Squad 33 assisted EMS with lifting at a medical call on Virginia Beach Av.

Remembrance on Memorial Day

5/24-As we take time out this weekend to celebrate with our families, please remember the sacrifices made by our brave men and women who served and currently serve defending our freedom. We remember!

Duty Friday

5/22-The Friday "Duty Crew" of 8 (Chief not pictured) met at the Station and loaded E233 for Lunch. The crew enjoyed a meal at Chili's in the Silver Spring Square. No calls were handled during the duty time. Next Friday's meal will be at Hoss's. Sign up on the board at the Station. Later in the afternoon, Brush, Tanker, and Chief 33 responded to a lawn mower on fire in the 200 blk of Rich Valley Rd. Chief 33 arrived to find the mower extinguished but some shrubbery and lawn ornaments on fire. CO. 27 FF Martson was on the scene and had the fire "in check" with a can. B33 arrived and pulled the booster line to extinguish while the crew overhauled the area. T33 was canceled. At 17:36, Squad and Chief 33 responded to MM49 on I81 at the request of PSP for a motorists assist. Units arrived to find a rear window broken out and used plastic sheeting and duct tape to secure the open window so the motorist could continue to New Jersey. While working on the window, a 4 vehicle non injury accident occurred when the PSP Trooper used a cross over to leave the scene. We certainly didn't need to excitement of howling tires as rush hours traffic came to a sudden halt. It made for good conversation and even the thought of diving over the berm if needed.

Town Meeting

5/22-There will be a town meeting held at the fire station on Sunday, May 31st from 2PM-4PM. The New Kingstown Vision group will be hosting the important town meeting and would like to hear from you!. The group will be sharing their vision, plans, and ideas from New Kingstown as well as giving you an opportunity to share your thoughts and ideas. Information will be available about the following: RT 11 Road Relocation, PA Historic Preservation Bureau, Junkin Tent, Veterans Memorial, New Kingstown Fire Company, Housing Grants (for individuals and for the town), and sign ups for volunteers for our group. Please come and hear about all the good things that are happening in our group, New Kingstown Vision. Please RSVP by May 27th by calling 766-0461 or email at newkingstownvision@gmail.com. Refreshments will be provided so please RSVP.

A Little Driver Training

Barry, you are not supposed to hit the Cone

Negotiating the Cone Course

5/21-The daylight crew took some time yesterday to do some driver training on the apparatus. Several "potential" new drivers did the cone course at the fire station using the Squad and Tanker. Also, Engine 233 and Traffic 33 responded with Co. 34 to an accident on Wertzville Rd at Regency Woods at 16:39 and a medical assist around 19:40. Both calls resulted in cancelations.
 

Steady Week So Far

5/20-Crews from New Kingstown have responded to six calls in just three days this week. On Sunday while cleaning up from the monthly breakfast, E133/Sq33/C33 responded at 11:19 to the Blue Beacon Truck Wash on Clinton Av for a CO Detector Activation. Crews checked the area with the meter finding no readings and believed the source to have been a loose outlet where the detector was plugged in. Monday, crews answered three calls, and accident at 13:05 on the Carlisle Pike, and medical assists at 17:16 and 18:14. Tuesday, Brush 33 responded to two calls, at 09:14 dispatched to cover for Co.31 which resulted in a cancellation and a grass fire on the Turnpike with T33 at 13:43. E133 then handled a fire alarm at CV High School at 14:24. Crews found a power failure and quickly cleared.

Early Morning Smoke Scare

5/16-The 1st alarm assignment was toned out at 04:50 hours after as passerby noticed what appeared to be smoke coming from the building at the Dickinson School of Law Building on the Harrisburg Pike in Middlesex Township. E133/T33/Traf33 made the 1st due response assisted by North Middleton, Carlisle Barracks, and Silver Spring. Units arrived to find normal conditions. The crew aboard E133 gained access to the interior, then checked all floors to confirm a normal steam exhaust from the HVAC system. The box was made ready at 05:10.

Back to Back Crashes Again

5/15-Crews from both Township companies were alerted at 20:35 hours Friday evening for a motorcycle accident with fire on Sample Bridge Rd. C31 (McDonald) arrived to find no fire and was advised by EMS crews to request aero medical. E31 was the 1st fire unit to arrive and dropped part of its crew, then responded to the Silver Spring Golf Course to establish a landing zone. E233 arrived at the scene and provided lighting. Crew began to assist EMS until it was reported that the motorcyclist had expired. Crews secured the area and remained on scene assisting the coroners office. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the victim. E233 cleared around 21:45 while the Traffic Unit remained. Just as crews were doffing their gear after returning to the station, Township companies were back on the street to another accident in the 400 blk of Hogestown Rd. R31/C31 arrived quickly and held the response to R31 and the Traffic Units. Units cleared at 22:40

Five Call Thursday

5/14-Crews responded to a total of five calls. E233 began at 06:26 with a medical assist call. A72 was on scene of a medical emergency and was unable to gain access due to a malfunctioning Knox Key Box in their unit. E233 responded, used their key and gained access for EMS crews. At 08:12, crews were alerted to another medical assist call which was canceled before response. E133/C33 responded at 08:38 to a fire alarm on Rich Valley Rd. While enroute, county advised of a false trip from the homeowner and units were canceled. At 23:30, Engine 233 (assisted by R31) responded to a fall victim at the railroad bridge on Appalachian Dr in Silver Spring Township. Units arrived to find an injured person in some brush along to railbed. Brush 33 responded using an access road next to the railroad tracks and provided lighting. Crews used the stokes basket and "modified" haul system to bring the patient to the hard road above for transport. While units were committed, Utility 33 handled the final call for the day at 23:45, another medical assist call.

Look of the Future



5/10-As we continue to move forward with our building expansion and renovations, we are pleased to post some preliminary information including a rendition of the proposed building exterior. Information can be found on the "New Station" page.

April Report Available

5/9-The April Run Report is now available on the Statistics Page. Crews answered a total of 48 calls from the month.

Engine 2 Covers for Co. 50

5/9-Engine 233 covered for Company 50 (Penn Twp) along with Tanker 39 from 09:00 to 21:00 Saturday while they operated their Spring Raffle with Company 36. E2 answered one call for service; an accident at Pine Rd and Centerville Rd while standing by.

3 from 33 Complete Delmar Module D

5/9-Congratulations to Firefighters Barry Horn, Brian Eckert, and Ken Stirling for successfully completing the entire Delmar Essentials Modules on Saturday with their Structure Burn Class. All three began the program in January with Mod A and mustered 166 hours of training each to complete the series. They are now certified as interior firefighters with Company 33. Great job guys, "we'll see you in the attic"

Engine 1 makes it to the Prom

5/9-Capt Brammer and FF Baughman with Engine 133 escorted FF Brian Eckert and his date to Cumberland Valley's Prom at the Harrisburg Hilton on Friday evening. This has become a tradition over the past several years at Company 33.

Rash of Accidents

6444 Carlisle Pike Accident

6444 Carlisle PIke

6617 Carlisle Pike Accident

6617 Carlisle Pike

I81 NB MM56

I81 NB MM56

5/5-Over the past 12 hours, Company 33 has responded to three accidents. The first at 21:13 hours took units to 6444 Carlisle Pike in front of Kohls. R31/C31 arrived to find one person confined. E233/Traf33 assisted at the scene before being placed available. At 23:52, the same units were on the street to 6617 Carlisle Pike at Da Vincis Restaurant. Units arrived to find a pickup into the rear of a tractor trailer that was attempting to turn around. Units cleared at 00:14. Once again, Company 33 and 31 were responding to I81 just prior to the RT114 overpass at 07:35 this morning. C133 arrived to find 2 vehicles involved and a single patient in a vehicle needing stabilized. The crew from E233 accomplished this task and then assisted EMS with packaging while R31 checked the 2nd vehicle. Units were available at 08:03. The month of May has started off very busy.
 

Super Raffle Winners

5/3-Winners List from the 2009 Super Raffle is Now Available. Click Here to Access the List. Thanks to all that came and and supported the joint fundraising effort between New Kingstown and Shermans Dale Fire Company and to those who helped at the event including Boy Scout Troop #7 from Shermans Dale. We certainly could not have done without the support we received. We should also mention everyone who sold tickets for the event, both member and non-members; again thank you. Plans are already in the works for the 3rd annual Super Raffle to be held Saturday, May 1st, 2010. Mark your calendars! We would also like to extend appreciation to our standby crews which covered both Engines and Tanker during our event to insure coverage in the event an incident developed. West End of Shippensburg staffed Engine 233 and Tanker 250 covered for Tanker 33 from the Station. Engine 133 was staffed at the Picnic grounds by West Enola and West Shore Bureau of Fire. With three rigs staffed, as one would no there were no calls all day. Special thanks to West Enola for helping at the BBQ trailer and West

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 6 & 7 of 2009 the New Kingstown Fire Company will sponsor it's 2nd annual 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 6^th and stay at the firehouse until Sunday, June 7^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 Stat Medevac Helicopter, breathing apparatus, 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.
Applications are due back to the Fire Chief by April 29th.
Applications can be found by clicking here

On It's Side on Trindle Rd

5/2-Crews from New Kingstown and Monroe were on the street at 02:16 Saturday morning for an accident in the 1300 blk of W. Trindle Rd in Silver Spring Township. Chief 25 (Heckert) arrived to find the vehicle on its side and occupant had fled the scene. E233/Sq33/Traf33 made the response along with E25. The crew from E233 checked the vehicle for hazards. Crews from both companies searched the immediate area with thermal imaging cameras for the operator. A utility pole had also been struck and utilities were notified. Chief 33 held Company 33 and all units were available at 03:24

Last Day to Purchase Tickets

4/30-We still have a few tickets left for the Super Raffle on Saturday. Please contact Fire Chief Curtis Hall at 648-5871 if you are interested. Most of the day Friday will be spent at the raffle grounds getting ready for Saturday, however we will be available for tickets as needed. A note will be posted on the fire station door as well.

Morning Run to I81

4/29-Interstate 81 has been keeping us busy this month. This morning at 08:45 Company 33 responded to the accident marking the 12th call this month. E233/Sq33/C33 made the response along with R31 and Traffic 31. Chief 33 arrived to find a single vehicle on the creek bridge. A tractor trailer had fled the scene, but was stopped several miles down the interstate. EMS treated a single patient while the Engine crew checked and secured the vehicle. The response was held to E233 and Traffic 31 clearing at 09:33.

Confinement Accident, Call 200 Reached





4/29-Crews from New Kingstown, Silver Spring, and Citizens were dispatched at 10:12 for a vehicle accident at Mulberry Dr and Church Rd this morning. R27 arrived and stabilized the vehicle to remove a passenger door for patient extrication. E233 (with 6) arrived and assisted with the extrication and patient packaging. Extrication was completed 9 minutes after the arrival of R27. R31 handled fluid control. Units remained on scene until the wreckage was cleared. This marked call number 200.

Working Mobile Home Fire

4/29-Crews from New Kingstown, Silver Spring, Hampden, West Enola, and Summerdale were dispatched at 00:55 this morning to a mobile home fire on Sportsmans Rd in the 31-07 Box. Truck 30 arrived first with a well involved structure. E31 laid a 5" supply line back the lane followed by Tanker 19. E133 set up a dump site operation while E430 dropped their crew and established a tanker fill site. Additional Tankers from Shermans Dale, Marysville and Resque Fire Co (Susquehanna Twp) were called to assist. While pumping the 5" supply line, a section of 5" at E133 failed and was quickly replaced, however at that point we were unable to re-establish a draft due to a primer failure. T134 was dumping at the time and was quickly placed into drafting and supplying the 5" line to E31. The home was a total loss. Units cleared the scene around 04:00. Thanks to E313 for handling a medical assist call while transferred to Station 33. No pictures were available at the time of web update.

Morning Truck Trailer


Above Picture from PA DoT Traffic Camera at Exit 49

4/26-Crews from New Kingstown, Empire-Friendship, and Cumberland-Goodwill were dispatched at 05:21 this morning for a truck trailer on fire at MM49 on Interstate 81. Rescue 40 arrived to find the trailer fully involved and block the Interstate for E133 and T33 to respond from the crossover in the wrong direction. The crew from E133 pulled two (2) 1 3/4" hand lines and the blitztire assisted by Co 40 and 45 firefighters. Additional Tanker from Silver Spring, North Middleton, and Monroe were requested as well as an Engine from Carlisle Barracks. Crews made quick work of the fire marking control 16 minutes after arrival. Units were available by 07:45. Besides this call, For the day Company 33 responded to a good intent call at 01:05, a Fire Alarm at 19:16, and a public display at Willow Mill Park from 13:30 to 15:30.

Jackknifed on I81

4/22-Companies 33 (E233,Sq33,Traf33) and 31 (E31,R31,Traf31)were dispatched to the above accident at 20:29 hours on I81 at MM 54. Chief 231(Henderson) arrived and confirmed reports of non injuries and only debris removal needed. E233/C33 arrived shortly thereafter and held the response to EMS, E233, and Traffic 31. Crew cleared debris from both northbound lanes and checked the truck and trailer for leaks. The Engine cleared within 20 minutes while Traffic 31 remained to assist while traffic control. Co. 33 had 22 members either respond or cover the station.

Stove Fire on Ashburg Dr

4/17-First Alarm Units were dispatched to 66 Ashburg Dr for a Stove Fire at 18:04 Hours. Units were advised of a smoke detector activation by a neighboring apartment. E133 arrived and the crew went interior to check. The Police Department had arrived prior and had already forced a window from the exterior and met the crew at the apartment door. A pan of gravy was found on the stove cooked dry. As the crew checked the interior, the occupant of the apartment was found in cardiac arrest in the living room. EMS was immediately requested to enter the structure. E133's crew assisted EMS crews and the Police Department. Attempts to revive the patient were unsuccessful. Additional units arriving assisted with ventilation before being placed available. Co. 33 remained on the scene for well over 1 hour. It appeared the occupant suffered a medical condition while preparing the evening meal. There was very minor damage.

One  Overturned by the Quarry

4/16-The streak of calls continued with units from 33, Monroe, and Silver Spring dispatched at 20:32 to North Locust Point Rd at the Hempt Quarry for a vehicle overturned. Units arrived to find a single vehicle overturned with the patients self extricated. E233 and E25 provided lighting for crews to secure the vehicles and assist with patient care. Units were available at 21:31. Additional Pictures can be found at www.monroefire.net.

Fire Police to East Pennsboro

4/16-Traffic 33 was requested to assist on a power outage in East Pennsboro Township on Grandview Av at 16:08. Traffic 33 responded and assisted with a traffic control point during the evening rush hour and cleared at 18:27.

Morning Mess on I81

4/15-Crews were alerted at 08:00 to an accident involving multiple vehicles on Interstate 81 NB at MM55.7. Chief 114 enroute to work stopped and checked on injuries prior to the arrival of apparatus. The backlog of traffic created a mess most of the morning with several vehicles getting stuck in the mud while trying to turn around in the medial strip. Fire Police were dispatched to assist on another accident in the area of MM48. After all patients were transported, fire apparatus cleared the scene. PSP decided it was best to leave an involved tractor trailer (also stuck in the medial mud) there until the afternoon. Fire Police were again dispatched and assisted with traffic control points while I81 was closed to remove the truck. Thanks to all involved. At 20:08, Engine 233 and Traffic 33 responded to assist Co. 31 at an accident on Wertzville Rd at RT114. E233 was canceled enroute, Traffic 33 continued in to assist. While returning, E233 handled a medical assist call on Hilton Head Av.

It's a Girl!

4/14-Congratulations to first time parents Assistant Chief Brian and his wife Heather Brenneman. Piper Yvonne was born
Monday, April 13th at 11:42 pm. at Harrisburg Hospital. She was 7lbs, 9oz, and 19.5 inches. We are proud of both of you and can't wait to see Piper!

Early Morning Smoke in Apartment


Remains of the Trash Basket from Discarded Ashtray

Fire may have been extinguished by melted sink pipe drain

4/13-Crews from 33, Silver Spring, Mechanicsburg, and Monroe were on the street at 02:46 for the smoke in the high rise apartment on Ashburg Dr. Both Engines and Tanker made the response. Upon arrival crews investigated the 2nd floor apartment finding the fire out and established positive pressure ventilation. The origin was traced to discarded cigarette ashes in an under sink cabinet. The box was reduced to Co. 33 and E31. Units cleared at 03:36. Pictures to follow later today. Special thanks to Trooper Lindsay for having the knox key released and main door open upon arrival!

3 More Afternoon Calls

4/9-Wednesday yielded 3 afternoon calls beginning with Brush 33 on the transfer to Company 50 (Penn Twp) at 14:09. Brush 33 responded with 3 personnel and transferred with Tanker 39 (North Middleton) while crews battled a large field and woods fire in Dickinson Township. While the Brush was on the transfer, Engine 233 responded with 6 personnel at 15:44 with Company 31 and R27 to an Accident on Hogestown Rd at Woods Dr. E233 arrived and assisted with various tasks. Traffic 33 also responded on the call. Units were available around 15:45. Brush 33 was released from the transfer and returned. While stopping for fuel, a car fire was dispatched for Co. 39 in the 1400 block of Trindle Rd in Middlesex Township. Brush 33 was nearby and promptly responded and arrived with fire in the engine compartment. While the crew packed up, the driver pulled and charged the line. The crew forced the hood and quickly extinguished the fire. T39/C39 arrived behind the Brush and held both units. After a quick mop up, units were available in 15 minutes.  

Afternoon Transfer to West Enola

4/8-While crews battled a 2 alarm house fire in Hampden Township, E133 (with 5) transferred to Company 19 (West Enola) at 13:21. No calls were handled from the 19 house and the engine was available by 16:00

Working Fire in Monroe


Above Photo by Shelly Latsha as crews prepare to hit the fire, All photos below by NKFC

4/6-Crews from Monroe, New Kingstown, Mechanicsburg, Upper Allen, Silver Spring, and Naval Support responded to Nixon Dr for the working house fire this morning. Units arrived with fire showing from Side A, B, and C deploying several lines to quickly attack the fire. E233 positioned to supply E25 but found a hydrant that was not able to be opened. E127 had laid another supply line from a different direction and was fed by E23. T25 and T33 supplied E25. Crews work together to gain control of the fire and then overhaul the structure. The home was a mobile home with a single story frame structure attached to the front with a pitched roof added to and over the flat mobile home roof which created a challenge for crews due to a partial collapse. Units remained on scene in the overhaul mode while the fire marshal investigated the cause tracing it to an electrical outlet near the rear of the home. All units were available by 15:00. Thanks to E313 for the transfer to 33 and for helping us get back in service.

Four Accidents in Three Days



4/6-Crews from New Kingstown responded to four accidents in three days, three of which took us to I81. Friday morning at 07:15, E233 and E25 responded to an unknown injury accident in the 1200 blk of W Trindle Rd which resulted in a cancellation per the Police Department. Later E233 responded to I81 in Middlesex Township for another unknown injury accident in which EMS found to be non injuries also resulting in a cancellation. Around 15:15, E233and Traffic 33 assisted Co. 31 with an accident on I81 near MM58. The crew assisted at the scene while fire police remained until after 16:00. Sunday afternoon took us back on the "I" again in the above pictured accident in Middlesex Township on the bridge over RT11. Units from 33, 31, and 40 found vehicles in two separate locations and secured the vehicles and assisted with EMS. Traffic and Squad 33 remained on the scene until the wreckage was cleared.

Members attend Landing Zone Class At Monroe


 

4/4-Members from Area Departments including New Kingstown took in a Landing Zone Safety Class sponsored by Monroe Fire Company on Saturday, April 4th. 11 Members from 33 participated. Special thanks to Co. 25 for hosting the class and the folks from Life Lion for the well presented and informative training session.

March Report

4/1-For the month of March, the Company responded to 55 calls. Once again, the busiest call type were Rescue Calls with 19, specifically 15 medical assists (we haven't been to Ashburg Dr for quite awhile so hopefully April will see a reduction). A total of 653 members responded which averaged 12 per call. The busiest day of the week was a tie between Sunday and Monday with 12 calls. The remainder of the report can be found on the stats page.