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ARCHIVES 2005
REPORTED HOUSE FIRE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted mutual aid to St. Thomas Township for a reported house fire at 1147 hrs. to 6310 Nugget Way. AC18 quickly advised during the responding units performing roll call that he was on scene reporting it was only a control burn and place units in service. E1-1 available at 1151 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Truck-1 SHOPPING CART FIRE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2005- E1-1 was alerted to East Liberty Street at the rail road highline for a shopping cart fire at 1019 hrs. E1-1 arrived and found the shopping cart with some papers and other trash smoldering. Crews extinguished the smoldering fire with a PW can and went available at 1025 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 BUSINESS / APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE
Some pictures courtesy of Brian K. Denham WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2005- Company 1 and Squad 41 were alerted at 1309 hrs. to 978 Lincoln Way East in the 1-05 District for a house fire, which turned out to actually be a business on the 1st floor as an adult group home. The second floor was an apartment, occupied at the time of the fire, and the female evacuated the apartment when a person was banging on her door to get out. M.M.P.& W. (Mercersburg) Amb. 9-8 gave some personnel a “pre-alert” by calling the incident in over Fire Channel – 1, when leaving the Chambersburg Hospital, while the 911 center was receiving multiple calls. Crews arrived to find heavy fire on Sides A, B and C and originally made entry into Front Door, but had to evacuate when the attack line burst. The county Evacuation Tone was sounded with air horns at the scene, and the crew bailing back out. While the crews were out, a quick knock was down by command orders with a Master Stream into Side A by E1-2, which darkened the fire and crews then made entry with a new second line to extinguish the fire. Crews from Squad 41 made a second entry to finish the knock-down of the fire with another line from E1-2. Two of the firefighters received minor burns from the initial hand line attack and was treated by on-scene ambulance crews and transported to Chambersburg Hospital as a precaution. A second alarm and the Working Fire Dispatch (WFD) was alerted within the first two minutes sending additional manpower and resources. E1-1 was on Side C with E17-1 and Truck-17 (New Franklin) with crews working to the rear of the house. E1-2 was the attack piece on Side A with Truck-1. E1-4 was supplying E1-2 on the hydrant in front of the old Cressler’s Building. Other units on scene was E7-1 (Fayetteville), Squad 8 (Marion) which was originally R.I.T. Team, but was later placed into service deploying additional crews to check an exposure and check the 2nd floor and attic for extension. They were assisted by E8-1 who responded on the 2nd alarm. Squad 15 (West End, Shippensburg) was assigned to R.I.T. Team. Crews were advised to exit the structure and standby while the CFD Fire Investigator went inside to begin an investigation and was later assisted by the PSP Fire Marshall from Chambersburg Barracks. While on scene, two gentleman approached Command and advised they were sure the fire was set and they knew who the actor was, which was still in the area of the scene. Command quickly called the Investigator out and called for CPD officers to respond. The subject was taken into custody for further interviewing and questioning. Command downgraded the assignment during the waiting period, awaiting the ok to continue with overhaul. Air 10 was on scene along with BLS units from West Shore, St. Thomas and Marion. Command-1 (Gigs AC1-1) placed the remainder of the units available at 1551 hrs.
** Note, during the incident, a second fire was dispatched in the 1-05 District for a reported apartment building fire in the area of Cumberland Avenue and Orchard Drive, but was a good intent call related to the smoke from the first incident. The transfer crews also handled a gas leak inside investigation in the 1-05 District on Fairground Avenue.
Units Responding : (1st alarm) E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Truck-1, Amb. 1-9, Squad 41, Fire Police (WFD “Working Fire Dispatch”) Air 10, Amb.100, Squad 8 R.I.T. (2nd alarm) E7-1, E8-1, E17-1, Truck 17, Squad 15, Amb. 8-9, Amb. 18-9 HOUSE FIRE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2005- Co.1 and Squad 41 were alerted to 132 South Sixth Street in the 1-01 District for a house fire at 1639 hrs. Units arrived to find fire in the 1st floor living room. E1-1 positioned at the hydrant at 6th Street and East Washington Street and sent manpower to scene to assist. AC1-1 (Gigs) was Command-1. Crews knocked down fire and checked for extension. Situation was turned over to AC Dubbs for Fire Investigation, which is continuing. Command 1 placed units in service at 1740 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb 1-9, Squad 41, FP-1 Squad 7 (RIT), Air 10, Amb.11-9 (Working Fire Dispatch) VEHICLE FIRE
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2005- E1-1 was alerted at 1507 hrs. to the 800 Block of Wayne Avenue in the 1-05 District for an auto fire. Truck 1 was in the area for an errand, arriving to report a working fire. E1-1 and AC1-1 arrived and crews pull a hand line and extinguished the fire. The vehicle was parked in the Coldbrook Square Shipping Complex and is believed to be electrical cause in nature, as owners stated they were having electrical problems earlier. E1-1 cleared at 1532 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Truck-1, Ambulance 1-9, FP-1 APARTMENT FIRE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2005- Co.1 and Squad 41 were alerted to 337 East Queen Street in the 1-01 District at 1217 hrs. for an apartment fire. Crews arrived to find smoke coming from a third floor window. Crews made entry and extinguished the fire in the 3rd floor bedroom, determined to be from appliances, including an electric heater running off of a 100' outdoor extension cord from another part of the house. Fire was contained to the bedroom and the Red Cross was contacted to assist in providing temporary housing for the occupants. E1-1 positioned on Side C in the alley. Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) placed the units in service at 1312 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb 1-9, Squad 41, FP-1 Squad 8 (RIT), Air 10, Amb.7-9 (Working Fire Dispatch) AUTO ACCIDENT
MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2005- E1-1 was alerted in the 1-05 District to the intersection of Cumberland Avenue and 5th Street for an auto accident at 0755 hrs. E1-1 arrived and found 2 vehicles with minor to moderate damage and no injuries. The engine crew released the ambulance, which they continued on another auto accident occurring at the same time in the 1-05 District on Wayne Avenue. E1-2 handled this incident as E1 was committed on the original accident. E1-1 cleared the incident at 0811 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Ambulance 1-9 TRANSFER
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2005- E1-1 was alerted at 0507 hrs. on a transfer assignment originally to Co.8 (Marion), but was diverted en route to Co.3 (Rescue Hose, Greencastle). E1-1 remained on the transfer at Co. 3 until placed available at 1342 hrs. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the members of Co. 3 (and mutual aid participating departments) who had to be on the scene of this incident.
AUTO ACCIDENT
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2005- E1-1 was alerted to the 900 Block of Stouffer Avenue for an auto accident in the Box Area 1-05 District at 1520 hrs. E1-1 arrived and found 2 vehicles involved at the intersection of Stouffer and Cumberland Avenue. Eng crews assisted with patient care and called for a 2nd ambulance. Crews also found no major hazards with the vehicles. While this incident was occurring a 2nd auto accident was dispatched to McKinley Street and Stouffer Avenue being handled by E1-2 creating a stressful traffic nightmare for people traveling in the area. E1-1 cleared the accident at 1555 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-9, Amb. 7-9 (Fayetteville), Medic 101, FP-1 MEMBERS CHRISTMAS PARTY
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2005- The FRIENDSHIP ENGINE & HOSE COMPANY No.1 hosted a Christmas Party at the station for the members and their families. It was an enjoyable afternoon had by all that were in attendance. A special thanks to Kathy McCrae and the auxiliary for setting up the party.
AUTO ACCIDENT
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2005 - At 0648 hrs. E1-1 was alerted to 935 Wayne Ave. in the 1-05 District for an auto accident with an unresponsive person. E1-1 arrived with 5 personnel to find a single vehicle involved was up on the sidewalk of Red Lobster. Crews quickly evaluated the scene to find the driver to be in cardiac arrest. Engine crew removed patient from the vehicle and started CPR. BLS and ALS crews arrived and took over patient care Command 1 ( Gigs; AC 1-1) released the Engine Company at 0704 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Ambulance 1-9, Medic 101, FP-1
Stat MedEvac Class SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2005 - On Saturday morning 8 members traveled to St. Thomas (Company18) to attend the Stat MedEvac Safety Landing Zone Class. All members had a good time and enjoyed the class. A special thank you to Asst. Chief 18-A for the invite.
APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were dispatched at 1603 hrs to 270 South Main Street, Box Area 1-05, for an apartment building fire. E1-1 and E1-3 both responded to the scene and crews assisted with operations until placed available at 1656 hrs. by Command-1. Fire was ruled arson by investigators and resident was taken into custody by police personnel.
Units Responding : E1-1, E1-3, E1-2, E1-4, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad 41 WFD: Air10, Amb.104, Squad 7 RIT ST. THOMAS HOUSE FIRE
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2005 - At 0414 hrs., E1-1 was dispatched to 6844 Lincoln Way West in Saint Thomas Twp.; Box 18-4, for a house fire. E1-1 arrived on scene and crews assisted with exterior operations and overhaul until placed available by Command 18 at 0616 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Truck-1
PUBLIC RELATIONS DETAIL
MONDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2005 - E1-3 and SU-1 was out in the South end of the Borough during Halloween Trick-or-treat activities from 1800-2000 hours handing out Glow Sticks to the children to help make them (children) with being more visible while they were walking the streets and sidewalks to passing motorists. This is a yearly event that has been done for several years. The other Company 1 units were out in all parts of the Borough during this event for the same reason.
MUMMERS PARADE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2005 - SU-1 participated in the annual Mummer's Halloween Parade in Hagerstown, Maryland.
APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2005 - At 0234 hrs., Box Alarm 1-01 was dispatched to 49 Lincoln Way West for an Apartment Building Fire. While units were en route, communications advised of a working incident with possible entrapment. Units began to arrive, finding heavy fire mainly to the rear of the building. Command-1 (N. Reitz; AC1-5) was established and E1-3 was assigned to report to the rear. Command-1 requested a 2nd alarm, bringing additional resources. Crews worked to bring the fire under control. Command released E1-3 at 0429 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-3, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, FP-1, SQ.41 plus additional... AUTO ACCIDENT
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2005 - E1-3 and Amb1-8 were alerted on the 1-05 Assignment for an auto accident on Stouffer Avenue at the entrance to Benders Potato Farm (behind Ponderosa). E1-3 arrived with AC1-1 (Command-1) finding 2 vehicles off roadway and no injuries. Vehicles were checked and found no fire or EMS services were needed. Command-1 placed units in service.
Units Responding : E1-3, Amb.1-8 COMBINE FIRE "In The CITY"
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2005 - E1-2 and SU-1 were alerted at 1706 hrs. on the "Box 1-05 District" to the area of Bedington Blvd for a Combine Fire in a field. E1-2, SU-1 and E1-3 marked up "on-duty" responding along with the ambulance. AC1-1 (Gigs) pinpointed location and access to scene using Parkwood Drive off Phoenix Drive into the field. This area, known as the Gabler Tract, is being developed in a business / residential area. This particular area where the fire was located in the field will become the business area in the coming months. AC1-1 arrived reporting a working incident. E1-2 and SU-1 made access into the field and proceeded to the incident. A pre-connect was pulled off SU-1 and another from E1-2, while E1-3 supplied water to E1-2. The fire was knocked down within a few minutes and is believed to be caused from the dry hay through spontaneous combustion. Command placed the units in service at 1752 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-3, E1-2, SU-1, Amb.1-8, FP-1 TRANSFER
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2005 - E1-3 was alerted at 1120 hrs. for a transfer to Marion Fire Company (Co.8) while they operated on a house fire in Co.9's area (Mercersburg). E1-3 was placed available at 1307 hrs.
AUTO ACCIDENT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted at 2313 hrs. to the 300 Block of Cleveland Avenue in the "Box Area 1-05 District" for an auto accident. AC1-1 (Gigs) went responding and was advised from communications that caution should be used in the area of the scene that a subject fled one of the vehicles on foot and police were on foot pursuit looking for the subject. E1-1 arrived to find one automobile in roadway and tended to vehicle hazards and patient care. Command sent a second crew up the street to check on the other vehicle that was located several hundred feet away. Amb.1-8 transported two subjects from the first vehicle while the second vehicle was missing the driver that fled the scene and left his passenger who was taken into police custody . E1-1 remained until towing service arrived and removed vehicles. Fire Police assisted at scene, closing Cleveland Avenue by the incident. E1-1 available at 2359 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb.1-8, Medic 101 (cancelled on scene), Amb 7-8 (Fayetteville; cancelled en route), FP-1 AUTO ACCIDENT
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted to the 1500 Block South Main Street at 1610 hrs. for an auto accident in the "Box Area 1-05 District". E1-1 and AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived to find one vehicle in roadway, blocking the northbound lane, in the 1100 Block of South Main Street. The vehicle hit a telephone pole, which cracked the pole, and patient was confined. Command called for ALS and Squad 41 (Sta.4) while crews attempted to gain entry to the driver. After a successful attempt, Command placed the squad available. Crews tended to patient care and continued to check for hazards. The engine remained on scene until towing service arrived and removed vehicle. Fire Police closed down the North bound Lane at Orchard Drive and continued a south bound travel with caution past incident scene. E1-1 available at 1639 hrs.
Unit Responding : E1-1, Amb.1-8, Medic 101 (West Shore), Squad 41 (cancelled en route), FP-1 REPORTED BUS FIRE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2005 - E1-2 was alerted at 1353 hrs. to the Four Points Sheraton Hotel at 1123 Lincoln Way East "Box Area 1-05 District" for a bus fire. E1-1 marked up "on-duty" responding and advised to let E1-2 proceed due to the nature. Units arrived reporting bus was evacuated and found to be "hot brakes". Crews checked and found situation minimized and went available after confirming no other hazards existed. Units available at 1415 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, E1-2, Amb.1-8 AUTO ACCIDENT
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1643 hrs. to the 1200 Block of Orchard Drive in the "Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. E1-1 and AC1-1 (Command-1) arrived to find 1 vehicle in middle of roadway with a passenger complaining of chest pains. The second vehicle was in the nearby parking lot. Crews assisted with patient care and checking for hazards. While on scene, a red colored vehicle (as can be seen in the one picture) bypassed the fire police traffic control and went out-around the West Shore MICU, entering the incident scene and ran over the paramedic's foot. The vehicle was quickly stopped by crews and held until the CPD officer on scene came up and took over. The gentleman, after questioning, etc,. was "escorted away in the backseat" by a police vehicle off the scene. E1-1 was placed available by Command-1 at 1713 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, MICU 104 (West Shore), Fire Police PARADE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2005 - E1-1 and SU-1 attended the 40th Anniversary for the Saint Thomas Twp. Fire and EMS Department (Co.18). SU-1 won 2nd Place Special Unit / Mini-Pumper Catagory. Firefighter Jim Statler accepted award from St. Thomas President Robbie Mellott.
CAR FIRE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 2022 hrs. to the area of Lincoln Way East and Stouffer Avenue for an auto fire. E1-1 arrived to find a small fire in the engine compartment. Fire was further knocked down with an extinguisher and crews awaited on scene for towing, then went available at 2037 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb.1-8, Fire Police AUTO ACCIDENT
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1725 hrs. to the intersection of East McKinley Street and South Sixth Street for an auto accident. E1-1 arrived to find 2 vehicles off roadway and checked for injuries and hazards. There were none and fire/ems units went available with no services needed at 1738 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Fire Police
HOUSE FIRE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were alerted at 1449 hrs. to 231 West Catherine Street in the "Box 1-04 District" for a reported house fire. E1-1 arrived first to find minor smoke coming from residence. Crews entered structure to find a fire that was confined to the living room, started by a candle and was mostly extinguished before arrival by resident. Crews confirmed no extension and downgraded the response to E1-1, Truck-1 and ambulance. Personnel performed some minor overhaul until placed available by Command-1 (AC-1 Dubbs) at 1506 hrs.
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Units Responding : E1-1, E1-4, E1-2, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, Squad 41, Fire Police SHED FIRE
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 0117 hrs. for mutual aid on the 1st alarm assignment to Box 18-4 (St. Thomas) at 4992 Lincoln Way West in St. Thomas Twp. for a shed fire. E1-1 and E45 (Sta.4) were the only initial responding units at roll call with Sta.4 AC49 (Greenlaw) reporting fire showing from his responding location. E45 arrived first and laid a supply line back to the shed that was fully involved. By this time, other apparatus was responding and Co.18 units were arriving on scene. E1-1 was assigned to stage at the hydrant at Carlton Heights, but was later released at 0131 hrs. Upon going available, Communications asked if E1-1 could handle a TRANSFER to Co.18 (St. Thomas) at 0131 hrs. and was released from the transfer at 0219 hrs. and went available.
BUILDING FIRE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2005 - E1-1 (E1-3) was dispatched at 1859 hrs. to fulfill the 1st Alarm Assignment for apparatus replacements to Guilford Township, 2047 Loop Road at Chambersburg Waste Paper (CWP); Franklin Fire Company (www.Sta4.com) Box 44-06. E1-1 was alerted (3) minutes into the call, at the initial 1st alarm assignment fail time, and was one of the initial engines on the scene behind Sta.4, ET-8 (Marion) and Truck-17 (New Franklin). Command-44 assigned E1-1 to set up at the Porta-Tank Site at the end of the lane that was being put together by ET-8. E1-1 drafted to supply E45 and Truck 42 through the several hour fire into the late night. Initially the demand was greater than the supply and water was scarce until several additional tankers were dispatched to fulfill the endeavor and keep a steady line of tankers in the run. Dozens of tanker loads of water was supplied to fulfill the needs of the attack pieces. Additionally, other departments established a secondary water supply from hydrants laying several thousand feet of hose with relay engines to support the mission to the other part of the building areas to E43. E1-1 cleared at 0135 hrs.
E1-1 (E1-3) at the end of the lane
Units Responding : E1-1 (E1-3), Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, FP-1
AUTO ACCIDENT (car into restaurant)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2005 - E1-1 (E1-3) was dispatched at 2357 hrs. to the intersection of Lincoln Way East and Stouffer Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" for a non-emergency call for speedy dry at the scene of an auto accident. E1-1 arrived at the scene of a hit and run where the vehicle ran into the Roadster's Restaurant at L.W.E. and Stouffer Avenue, then fled the scene. Chambersburg Police located the vehicle fairly easily by following the trail of oil a short distance away and apprehended the occupants. E1-1 crew applied speedy dry in the area and was placed available. The restaurant owners were taking appropriate actions to secure the property and clean-up. E1-1 available at 0024 hrs. Fire Police also assisted at the scene.
REPORTED BUILDING FIRE (UPGRADE)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2005 - E1-2, TK.1 and the ambulance were alerted initially to the Chambersburg Hospital at 112 North Seventh Street in the 1-01 District for a fire alarm activation. Within a minute, at 1725 hrs., an upgrade assignment was sent to fulfill the remainder of Company 1 units and Squad 41 for a reported building fire. The ambulance arrived first to the rear reporting nothing evident and went to investigate. Other apparatus began to arrive at their staging points while the ambulance crew reported smoke on the 2nd floor. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived on E1-1 (E1-3) and established Command-1 . AC1-5 (Reitz) arrived assuming interior command. Crews found a computer device used for measuring blood pressure, pulse, etc. was on fire in one of the rooms. Crews used an extinguisher to knock down the fire and removed the device to the outside, where it was further extinguished. A somewhat confined area was charred with smoke and negative pressure ventilation fans were placed in service by crews, assisted by E1-1 crews. After a period of time, interior reported the smoke has cleared and command had the crews shut down and remove the fans. The situation was turned over to hospital maintenance and house keeping staff. Remainder of Company 1 available at 1809 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad 41, Fire Police OVEN FIRE
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2005 - Company-1 and Squad 41 was alerted to 329 East King Street in the 1-01 District at 1327 hrs. for a reported house fire with possible entrapment. Chief -1 (Vanlandingham) arrived on scene reporting smoke condition on Side A. Crews found fire at the oven with heavy smoke condition. E1-1 and E1-3 (both pieces) staged at East King Street and Third Street until placed available by Command-1 at 1345 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, E1-3, Amb. 1-8, Squad 41, Fire Police HOUSE FIRE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2005 - E1-1 (E1-3) was dispatched at 2132 hrs. to 46 5th Avenue in Co.7 (Fayetteville) area to assist on the house fire. E1-1 arrived and assumed R.I.T. operations until released from that assignment by Command-7. Personnel then were assigned to assist with overhaul. E1-1 available at 2318 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1 (E1-3), Truck-1 ENGINE REASSIGNMENT
The new E1-4, "for the time being", was placed into service, rendering the old E1-4 and originally E1-2 (still numbered as such) to be relocated to the McKinley Street Station. This unit is being renumbered to E1-3 and will be the "Reserve Unit" for Company-1. The crews are running this unit "1st due" as E1-1 because its "new" to them and it also has air conditioning.
Though its technically E1-3, crews are using the radio designation of E1-1 to simplify radio communications, boxes, etc. with county communications until the upcoming departmental changes are implemented.
38 SPECIAL CONCERT
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2005 - Personnel from the McKinley Street Fire Station (Friendship Engine & Hose Company No. 1) went to the North American Rod & Gun Club in Hagerstown, Maryland to attend the sponsored 38 SPECIAL concert. It was a great time for all and everyone had a great time. A very big THANK YOU to Mix 95.1, WQCM 94.3, Rockin' Ass Promotions and ALL of the businesses and people who advertised our event. Another big Thanks to Public Opinion. Stay tuned for more upcoming shows in the future....
NUTHIN' FANCY (Lynard Skynard Tribute Band) Opening
STAGE BEING SET UP FOR PERFORMANCE
MIX 95.1 FM and 94.3 WQCM RADIO STATIONS SETTING UP DISPLAY AREAS
"38 SPECIAL" Donne Van Zant
"38 SPECIAL" Performing
CREW OF "38 SPECIAL"
CREW OF 38 SPECIAL SIGNING A COMPARTMENT DOOR ON SU-1 FOR THE "38 SPECIAL TOUR 2005"
38 SPECIAL w/ Robert "Gigs" W. Murray, Event Coordinator
Left : 38 SPECIAL with Adam P. McNew, President Right: 38 SPECIAL with Jeff Umberger, Vice-President
Left: 38 SPECIAL with John B. McCrae, Treasurer Right: 38 SPECIAL with Jim Statler, Trustee
Left : 38 SPECIAL with Scott E. Walls, Trustee Right : 38 SPECIAL with Kathy McCrae and Tracy Barnhart, Auxiliary
38 SPECIAL with FF Kenny Mellott A "SPECIAL THANKS" to Kenny who was assigned the duties and responsibilities to safely transport the band members to and from their hotel.
38 SPECIAL with our Promoters (Bob and Rik Parks) Rockin' Ass Promotions
VIDEOS
38 SPECIAL ROCKIN INTO THE NIGHT 1 38 SPECIAL ROCKIN INTO THE NIGHT 2
AUTO ACCIDENT (AFTER STATE POLICE PURSUIT) SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched for an auto accident that resulted from a PA State Police pursuit. It began on Stouffer Avenue and proceeded down Stanley Avenue where he crashed in the 400 Block of Stanley Avenue sending the "City Box 1-05 District" at 0245 hrs.. It originally was reported to be in the area of Stouffer Avenue and Stanley Avenue, but units arriving in the area did not locate any accident. Upon further information, it was found to be on Stanley Avenue. E1-1 and Command (AC1-1 Gigs) arrived to find 1 vehicle into 2 parked cars. One parked car was pushed up onto the one behind. The driver fled the scene on foot and was being pursued by both PSP and Chambersburg Borough Police personnel. A passenger remained sitting in the vehicle and was questioned by authorities. The ambulance was placed available by Command, no injuries. E1-1 remained at the scene providing lighting for police personnel until later released by Command upon towing arrival. E1-1 cleared at 0329 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Fire Police AMBULANCE FIRE SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1842 hrs. to West Shore ALS Station (Co. 100) at 845 Lincoln Way East "City Box 1-05 District" for a vehicle fire involving an ambulance. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived first to find a Sprinter Ambulance with heavy smoke coming from it. E1-1 arrived and crews advanced a pre-connect and made entry into the patient compartment area and knocked the fire down. After the fire was knocked down, Command had crews stop and assist removing items from the ambulance to salvage would could be kept. After this was done, the unit was further overhauled to ensure extinguishment. Command released E1-1 and Fire Police at 1917 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Fire Police PUBLIC RELATIONS DETAIL
SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2005 - The Friendship Engine & Hose Company (McKinley Street Station) attended the yearly ChambersFest Event in downtown Chambersburg. Personnel set up the stands in front of the fountain and participated by selling fish bowls, tickets to an upcoming 300 Cash Drawing (see events page for details) and 38 SPECIAL Tickets. The Friendship Auxiliary had a stand there too selling baked goods and sodas (see Auxiliary Page). The Chambersburg Paid LOCAL 1813 Union also was attending in their stand beside ours. Though it was a hot and muggy day, it was a wonderful time meeting and greeting people from all over at this event. Looking forward to AppleFest in October.
HOUSE FIRE FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 was dispatched at 2230 hrs. to the "UPPER WEST SIDE" for a reported Dwelling Fire at 511 Elder Street. E1-1 responded to the scene and staged at the fire hydrant at Pleasant Street and Elder Avenue until released by Command 1. Personnel found the fire started in a bedroom by an electrical cord source. Fire was minimal and units were only on scene a short period. E1-1 cleared at 2243 hrs. Units Responding : E1-4, E1-2, E1-1, Truck-1, Squad 41, Amb 1-8 PUBLIC RELATIONS DETAIL
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2005 - The FRIENDSHIP ENGINE & HOSE COMPANY No.1, Inc. sponsored the yearly Circus behind the fire station in the Second Street Playground. This yearly event helps with fund raising efforts, while at same time, providing children and their families an enjoyable evening.
TRANSFER SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2005 - E1-1 handled a prearranged transfer / standby to Co.7 (Fayetteville) at 1700 hrs. whose members were working the annual Fayetteville Community Carnival behind their station. No calls were received during this time and E1-1 was released at 2315 hrs. HOUSE FIRE SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2005 - The crew from E1-1 was just finishing wrapping up from the previous car fire when Communications started dispatching the house fire assignment at 1306 hrs. Company 1 and Squad 41 were alerted to the area of the 1000 Block of South Coldbrook Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" for a reported house fire. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived first at 1061 South Coldbrook Avenue reporting a working fire. E1-1 laid a 5" supply line from the hydrant at Coldbrook and Highland Avenue and proceeded to the scene. Command 1 reported that neighbors were unsure if the occupant was still inside or not and a vehicle was parked in the driveway. Command and crews began their efforts to start primary search and ventilation while other crews were advancing a pre-connect off of E1-1. Crews knocked the fire down in the kitchen area quickly and completed the primary search with no one found. Crews continued to check for extension and completed a secondary search with no results. The occupant arrived home from shopping and was accounted for and briefed on the situation. Crews conducted salvage and overhaul while downsizing the assignment, and some crews were released to respond to another fire on the other end of town. Command 1 released E1-1 and Truck-1 at 1424 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Truck-1, Squad41, Amb. 1-8, Fire Police R.I.T. Squad-8 Special Services: Air10, Amb.103, CPD AUTO FIRE SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted to East McKinley Street and Stouffer Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto fire at 1242 hrs. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived first reporting fire from the engine compartment. E1-1 arrived and pulled a line and began extinguishment. Fire was knocked down quickly and crews disconnected the battery and checked for extension. Command 1 advised to wrap up and was alerted for the house fire above at 1306 hrs. Fire Police remained at the scene until CPD and towing service arrived.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb.1-8, Fire Police FOURTH OF JULY ACTIVITIES MONDAY, JULY 4, 2005 - SU-1 provided a public service by request of the Borough of Chambersburg to wet down the grass by where the fireworks at Chambersburg's Memorial Park were going to be set off. Due to the dry conditions, it was thought several attempts to wet down the area would minimize the chances of having a grass fire from the fireworks. SU-1 competed this task and also E1-1 soaked down the roof of the pavilion, which is made of wood. E1-1 and SU-1 always is positioned by the park pavilion and the whole area is cordoned off all day because of the fireworks being set up and safety concerns. This area is known as the "Hot Zone" because the crews also are donned with full turnout gear and appropriate equipment backing up the personnel performing the fireworks displays. Every year there are numerous fires that start and the crews extinguish them in/and around the fire works detonation zone.
SU-1 wetting down the grass area near the fireworks detonation area to help minimize grass fires.
SU-1 positioned in the area of the fireworks "hot zone" awaiting for the "after-dark" event.
After crews arrived back at the station around 11PM, a maintenance worker called the station advising of a small fire on the Maintenance / Pool Roof. E1-1 responded to the scene to investigate and found a small smoldering area on the roof from a fireworks casing. Crews extinguished the fire and removed some of the wood on the roof to ensure no extension. Crews cleared the incident a short time later. This roof was on the other end of the park from the park pavilion that is normally watched.
DOOR RAISING TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2005 - Crews from Overhead Door Company were at the station removing the old bay door for the "E1-1 slot" and installing a new one. This endeavor was to raise the door from 10' clearance to now a new 11' 6" clearance that will allow for "future" new apparatus to fit into the bay. This project was paid for by the Friendship Engine & Hose Company No.1 as part of an agreement to "do our part" to assist in saving borough tax payer dollars for upcoming future borough apparatus "changes"...
TRANSFER MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2005 - E1-1 was sent on another transfer to Co. 18 (Saint Thomas) while they operated on a mobile home fire in their 1st due at 2324 hrs. E1-1 was released at 2358 hrs. with no incidents during the transfer / standby time. TRANSFER MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched for a transfer to Co. 7 (Fayetteville) while they operated on a barn fire in their 1st due area. E1-1 transferred at 1805 hrs. and was released at 1955 hrs. with no incidents during the transfer / standby time.
AUTO ACCIDENT SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to the 1300 block of Orchard Drive in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. E1-1 arrived to find one pickup truck into a barrier pole with heavy vehicle damage. Crews checked on injuries, finding a subject refusing treatment, and continued to check for hazards and control fluid spills. Crews awaited towing service and cleared the incident at 2301 hrs. Fire Police also assisted at the scene.
FIRE ALARM WITH SPRINKLER ACTIVATION FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to 1440 Sheffler Drive in the industrial park area of the "City Box 1-05 District". E1-1 arrived on scene and sent a crew inside to investigate finding a sprinkler head activated causing water flow inside the building. Crews quickly confirmed a no fire hazard and controlled the system to shut off the water flow. Crews then worked to minimize the water damage and provided water evacuation. E1-1 cleared at 1558 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8 TRANSFER FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2005 - E1-1 transferred to Co. 11 (Pleasant Hall) at 1327 hrs. while they operated on a building fire. E1-1 was released at 1406 hrs.
WOODS FIRE FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2005 - SU-1 was dispatched by Command-18 to assist on a woods fire in St. Thomas Township at 5265 Race Track Road at 1156 hrs. SU-1 was cancelled by command while responding at 1201 hrs. PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched for a pedestrian accident at East McKinley Street and Fairground Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" at 1333 hrs. E1-1 arrived on scene and found a young child with minor injuries. The crew stabilized the patient and awaited BLS to arrive and provide Class 3 transport to Chambersburg Hospital. E1-1 cleared the incident at 1352 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 TRANSFER TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2005 - E1-1 transferred to Co. 18 (Saint Thomas) at 2219 hrs. while they operated on an incident. E1-1 was released at 0044 hrs. TRANSFER WITH 2 CALLS SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2005 - E1-1 transferred to Co. 5 (Mont Alto) at 1700 hrs. to standby while their members operated at their annual carnival. E1-1 positioned at the carnival grounds. At 1918 hrs., E1-1 received a report from Co.5 personnel at the carnival grounds reporting a vehicle lockout with 2 children inside at the Twin Kiss on Anthony Highway. E1-1 responded to scene and made access to the vehicle with the lock-out kit; clearing at 1925 hrs. E1-1 returned to the carnival grounds until getting dispatched at 2128 hrs. to Rutter's Store on Anthony Highway for an odor of smoke in the building. E1-1 responded to scene arriving as the first apparatus, positioning on Side D of the building. Crews went inside to investigate source, finding an electrical fault by the ice machine inside. Crews checked for extension and advised command, who released units. E1-1 available at 2147 hrs. returning to the carnival grounds. E1-1 was released at 2247 hrs.
MAILBOX FIRE THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to 1009 Leidig Drive in the "City Box 1-05 District" for a mailbox fire at 0254 hrs. E1-1 arrived to find a mailbox fully involved, crews extinguished the fire. Chief-1 (Vanlandingham) was Command-1 and units cleared at 0311 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb 1-8 (cancelled before arrival) AUTO ACCIDENT THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1747 hrs. to the intersection of East McKinley Street and Stouffer Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. E1-1 arrived and checked for hazards. Crews checked for injuries, with no one injured. Fire Police assisted at the scene and E1-1 cleared the incident at 1825 hrs., after towing arrived and removed vehicles. Crews assisted with debris cleanup.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Fire Police PUBLIC SERVICE (WASH DOWN) WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2005 - E1-1 and SU-1 was contacted to perform a wash down in the 1-01 District in the 600 Block of Norland Avenue at the Rail Road Underpass. Because of recent rains, etc. a large amount of dirt and debris was under the bridge that pedestrians use. Crews washed out the area and went available. Fire Police and FP-1 assisted with traffic control while the crews worked.
APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2005 - Company-1 and Squad 41 were alerted at 0044 hrs. to 12 West Ludwig Avenue in the 1-01 District for an Apartment Building Fire. E1-1 responded to scene and positioned to the rear of the building accessing off Black Avenue (alley) laying a 5" supply line. Command-1 (AC1-5 Reitz) requested a 2nd alarm sending additional apparatus and the R.I.T. Team when interior crews advised heavy fire in the apartments on the 2nd and 3rd floor areas extending into the walls. E1-1 crew assisted with primary search and overhaul. A pre-connect was also pulled and advanced into the building on Side D and E1-1 supplied Truck-42 (Frankin's) for a hand-line working on the roof. While E1-1 was making the access into the alley, which is very tight, some damage was done to the side of the engine (see picture above). E1-1 cleared the scene at 0436 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 (1st Alarm) ... E17-1 (New Franklin), E18-1 (Saint Thomas), E11-2 (Pleasant Hall), Squad 8 (Marion), Squad 15 (West End Shippensburg), Truck-42 (Franklin), Amb. 11-9 (Pleasant Hall), Amb.18-8 (Saint Thomas), AIR-10 (Franklin County Air Unit), Medic 101 (West Shore ALS) R.I.T. TEAM : Squad-7 (Fayetteville) Auxiliary : Friendship Fire Company and Franklin Fire Company VEHICLE FIRE SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted at 1010 hrs. to the area of Black Avenue and West Liberty Street in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto fire. E1-1 arrived on scene advising a pickup truck in the old County Market Parking Lot was involved. Crews pulled a pre-connect and knocked the fire down. No one was around vehicle upon crews arrival. Chambersburg Police Department arrived and began their investigation and it was unknown what started the fire. E1-1 cleared the scene at 1035 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL FIRE SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 was dispatched at 2222 hrs. to 174 South Main Street for a possible electrical fire on the outside of the building in the 1-01 district. Units began to arrive and investigated to find a "good intent" situation. E1-1 staged shortly at the hydrant until units were placed available at 2225 hrs. Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 SMOKE COMING FROM BUILDING SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were dispatched at 2142 hrs. in the 1-01 District to North Third Street at the Social Security Administration Building for reported smoke coming from the building. Units arrived and began investigation. E1-1 staged at the hydrant on North Third Street and AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived establishing Command-1. It was found a vent pipe for the furnace was blowing a good bit of black smoke, as with a previous related call from a few months ago. Crews were directed to shut down the furnace on the roof and shut off fuel. Command spoke on phone with representative from the building and advised of findings and measures taken. Command-1 placed units in service at 2155 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 INSIDE INVESTIGATION THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were dispatched at 1334 hrs. in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an odor of smoke inside the residence of 95 Limekiln Drive in the Falling Spring Meadows Development. Crews arrived and made entry with the Amb crew to investigate. Crews found the smoke condition to be coming from the HVAC unit, which was shut down and secured. Command-1 (AC1-5 Reitz) placed the units in-service at 1354 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 TRANSFER THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1123 hrs. to Company-7 (Fayetteville) to standby while they operated on another incident. E1-1 was released at 1230 hrs. with no incidents while on standby.
OUTSIDE INVESTIGATION OF SMOKE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted at 1847 hrs. with the ambulance in the "City Box 1-05 District" to an outside investigation of smoke on East Liberty Street in the area of the railroad highline (300 Block). Units arrived in the area and searched with nothing found; apparent good intent call. Units available at 1854 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 AUTO ACCIDENT WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2005 - E1-1 and the ambulance were dispatched at 1513 hrs. to the 200 Block of South Main Street in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. Chambersburg Police Department arrived first and advised units arriving of no injuries and no services needed. Units went available at 1516 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE MONDAY, MAY 30, 2005 - E1-1, E1-2, Truck-1, SU-1, Amb.1-8 attended the Chambersburg Memorial Day Parade this morning. Units arrived and staged on Lincoln Way East and East Queen Street until we fell into the procession. The parade moves west on Lincoln Way and disbands just passed Memorial Square beginning at 0915 hrs. No emergency incidents came in during this time.
TRANSFER SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched on a transfer to Co.17 (New Franklin) in the early morning hours of this Saturday at 0322 hrs. Co.17 was assisting Co.5 (Mont Alto) on a house fire in their area. E1-1 was released at 0407 hrs. with no incidents during the time.
AUTO ACCIDENT WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to the 100 block of Brumbaugh Avenue in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. While units were enroute, communications advised of a vehicle into a pole with subject still inside with a head injury and were alerting ALS. E1-1 arrived to find 1 vehicle that did hit a electric pole with heavy front end damage. Crews were able to treat patient until BLS and ALS arrival. Crews assessed patient for injuries while remainder of crew was checking for the vehicle hazards. Command-1 (AC 1-1 Gigs) notified the Borough Electric Department because of the damage to the pole, along with a power outage in the area. Patient was removed from vehicle and transported to Chambersburg Hospital. Command-1 placed E1-1 available and Fire Police remained on scene for traffic control until towing left and electric crews performed their initial size-up. E1-1 available.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Medic 101, Co.1 Fire Police CAR FIRE TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted at 2040 hrs. to 232 South Third Street in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an automobile fire. E1-1 arrived in the area reporting fire apparently out. Crews checked vehicle that the owner already extinguished with a dry chemical extinguisher. The owner parked the car a couple of hours before and said he went out to the trunk about 20 minutes before the fire. The cause was determined to be a cigarette falling into the trunk causing items in the trunk to smolder. E1-1 cleared the incident by Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) at 2051 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Co.1 Fire Police AUTO ACCIDENT MONDAY, MAY 23, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1432 hrs. to the intersection of South Second Street and East McKinley Street in the "City Box 1-05 District" for an auto accident. E1-1 arrived and found 2 vehicles involved resulting in a "rear-end" collision. Crews checked for injuries and vehicle hazards with none found. Crews assisted with debris cleanup and went available at 1454 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 TRANSFER SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2005 - E1-1 transferred at 1455 hrs. to Adams County Company 27 (Buchanan Valley) on a pre-arranged request so the members of Co.27 could participate in a company dinner fundraiser. No calls were received during the the standby. E1-1 cleared at 2142 hrs.
FCCTC TRAINING FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2005 - E1-1 was asked to participate at the Franklin County Career & Technology Center, Protective Services Division with engine company operations being held during the day, next door, at the Franklin County Fire Chiefs' Association Training Grounds. E1-1 left around 0830 on a limited availability response to assist. Crews pulled hand-lines and advanced into the fire building for evolutions. Instructor Gary Summers led the class participants through the sessions. Engine 1-1 returned to full available service at 1400 hrs.
AUTO ACCIDENT SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to an auto accident in the 800 block of Wayne Avenue (by Orchard Drive) in the "City Box 1-05 District" at 2236 hours. E1-1 arrived on scene to find one vehicle completely blocking the northbound lane and the other off roadway in the future CVS Pharmacy lot. There was a large amount of debris scattered on roadway along with fluid leaks. Crews tended to patient care awaiting BLS to arrive and assist them and the other part of the crew checked for vehicle hazards and containing the leaks. A 2nd BLS was dispatched for a 2nd patient. After towing services arrived and removed vehicles, Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) placed E1-1 available. Fire Police shut down both lanes of Wayne Avenue for the duration. E1-1 available at 2304 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Amb.104, FP-1 APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were alerted at 1628 hrs. to 65 North Main Street in the 1-01 Box Area for reported smoke in the building. Squad 41 arrived first to find smoke showing. Other apparatus arrived and crews found the fire was inside the front entrance. A wreath hanging on the hallway wall was set on fire and scorched the wall and floor area. Crews opened up the wall to check for extension, with none found. AC-1 (Dubbs) was paged to respond to scene to investigate incident. Command-1 (AC1-5 Reitz) was command. E1-1 staged on Side-C awaiting an assignment until placed available by Command-1 at 1647 hrs. Fire Police shut down North Main Street at King Street for the duration.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 TOWNHOUSE FIRE FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 was dispatched at 1624 hrs. to 1169 Progress Road in the "City Box 1-04 District" for a multi-dwelling fire. E1-1 arrived first to find a minor smoke condition coming from an area near the front door of 1169. Crews found, what is believed, as a mulch fire started and was smoldering against the house. Crews extinguished the smoldering fire and pulled some siding to check for extension. Command-1 (C-1 J. Vanlandingham) downgraded to E1-1 and Truck-1. Ventilation was set up to clear smoke condition in residence and crews thoroughly checked for any extension inside with none found. Command-1 placed the remainder of the box available at 1707 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, E1-4, E1-2, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8, Squad-41, FP-1 PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2005 - Members were at the station outside when they heard an accident occurring at 2009 hrs. in front of the station. Members noticed a small child laying on roadway and rushed across the street to assist. Crews found a small child who was playing with other children and ran out into roadway was struck. He was conscious and alert, but did have serious injuries. The crew assessed the patient awaiting for the ambulance and medic unit to arrive. Crews packaged patient and transported to Chambersburg Hospital with non-life threaenting injuries. E1-1 cleared the incident at 2020 hrs. FP-1 and fire police members closed the street down while the CPD investigated the incident. Command-1 was AC1-1 (Gigs).
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, Medic 101, FP-1 BARN FIRE SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched on the 18-4 box assignment at 1511 hours to 2417 Shields Road in St. Thomas Twp. for a barn fire. SU-1 also responded with additional manpower to assist. While units were responding, heavy smoke could be scene for miles as the winds were helping to complicate the situation. Command 18 requested a 2nd alarm brining additional apparatus to assist. E1-1 arrived on scene and dumped its tank water and then began to assist in the water shuttling process from the fill site. E1-1 made several trips during this endeavor until released by Command at 1728 hrs. SU-1 was assigned to Side C of the structure for fire suppression. SU-1 laid a 3" supply line from ET-18 around to rear and positioned. A pre-connect was pulled and assisted with the fire suppression by crews. After the situation was found controlled, command placed SU-1 available at 1826 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Truck-1, Amb. 1-8
POLICE DEPARTMENT ASSIST SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2005 - E1-1 was requested by the police department for standby in the 1-01 district for a male subject who was threatening to do harm to himself inside his residence. The incident was taking place on Weaver Avenue and the engine and ambulance was staged on Clinton Avenue. FP-1 was on scene and fire police shut down the area to traffic and bystanders. The Chambersburg Police Department officers, and members of the CPD S.E.T. (SWAT) team managed the incident through to its ending. An outstanding job was done by the CPD with no one being injured through this incident.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, FP-1 AUTO ACCIDENT THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to the intersection of Wayne Avenue and Coldbrook Avenue in the "City" Box 1-05 for an auto accident reported with an unconscious person at 1605 hrs. E1-1 arrived to find (1) vehicle up on the sidewalk with a person still inside. Crews assessed for hazards and began to assist with patient care. The young male driver was stabilized awaiting for BLS and ALS to arrive and transfer care. The crews assisted BLS with patient removal and contained fluid leaks. Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) placed E1-1 available at 1619 hrs. while the ambulance transported and Fire Police remained at the scene for traffic control.
Units Responding : E1-1, Medic 101, Amb. 1-8, FP-1 HOUSE FIRE THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2005 - Company-1 and Squad 41 were dispatched to 145 North Franklin Street at 1312 hrs in the 1-02 District for a reported house fire. E1-1 arrived and staged on Side C of the residence in the alley sending the crew to Side A for assignment. The crew assisted with overhaul of the 2nd floor bedroom throwing debris out the rear bedroom window. The fire was found to have started by kids setting papers on fire in/around the dresser. Crews finished with overhaul and Command-1 (Vanlandingham) placed the units in service. E1-1 available at 1353 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-4, E1-2, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, Squad 41, Air-10, FP-1 MUTUAL AID CALL SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to fill the 17-1 Box (New Franklin) at 0210 hrs. to 1000 Garber Road; Martins Potato Rolls Plant. E1-1 arrived and staged until placed available by Command-17 (Chief 17 Snyder) at 0216 hrs. E-1 on the MEDICAL LOCAL SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2005 - E1-1 was special called to assist Ambulance 1-8 and the Medic Unit at 1070 Lincoln Way East, Hess's Gas Station in the "City" Box 1-05 for a cardiac arrest. Amb. 1-8 and Medic 101 was on scene with a tractor-trailer operator who stopped at the gas station originally complaining of an allergic reaction to food he ate earlier. The patient was having complications to swelling around the mouth and was succumbed to a fall into cardiac arrest while being treated by ALS providers that just arrived on scene. E1-1 was requested to assist with manpower. E1-1 responded with a crew of (5) and assisted at the scene. Some of the crew assisted the ambulance with transport by driving the ambulance and providing additional support in the patient area. Other crew members remained at the scene for cleanup, etc. CPD (Chambersburg Police Department) also assisted with the incident. E1-1 went available at 2205 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1, Medic 101, Amb. 1-8 AUTO ACCIDENT FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 2041 hrs. to TACO BELL at 901 Lincoln Way East in the "City" Box 1-05 for an auto accident in the parking lot. PA State Police was originally on scene and contacted communications advising of an injured person sending the auto accident assignment. E1-1 arrived on scene with AC1-1 (Gigs) establishing Command-1. Units found two vehicles with very minor damage involved and airbag deployment in the one vehicle. A member of Medic 100 (West Shore ALS) who's station was across street was on scene and already assessed patients conditions to be minor. The crews found a female patient laying on sidewalk at Taco Bell entrance screaming of pain. Crews assessed patient and assisted BLS upon arrival with preparing patient for transport Class 3 around corner to Chambersburg Hospital. Crews found no other hazards and was placed available by Command-1 at 2054 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8 ODOR OF SMOKE IN RESIDENCE FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were dispatched at 1731 hrs. to 114 Grandview Avenue in the Box 1-02 District for an odor of smoke in the residence. Units arrived and began to investigate source. E1-1 arrived to stage on Grandview Avenue awaiting an assignment. Command-1 (AC1-5 Reitz), after a few minutes, had crew report to Side A for an assignment. The crew was assigned to take the TIC (Camera) in and check the 1st floor and basement area while another crew was checking the 2nd floor and attic areas. After an extensive search, the basement crew (E1-1) advised it was believed to be the furnace causing the problem after evaluating the conditions. The crew checked the furnace and found the blower motor burnt up. Command-1 placed the units in service at 1828 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-4, E1-2, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, Squad 41, FP-1 PROPANE LEAK THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to 910 Progress Road at Flextronics in the 1-04 District for an outside propane leak. Units responding were advised of a propane tank outside of the business was leaking. E1-1 arrived to find crews were already on scene from a local company repairing the valve that was broken off. The propane valve was already repaired and the hazardous condition was no longer effective. The propane in the area was already dissipated and E1-1 conferred with AC-1 (Dubbs) who placed the units in service at 1450 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1, E1-4, Truck 1, Amb.8-8 TRANSFER THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 0139 hrs for a transfer to St. Thomas Fire (Company 18) while they assisted Mercersburg Co.9 on a dwelling fire. E1-1 received no calls while on the standby and cleared the incident at 0353 hrs.
APPLIANCE FIRE IN DWELLING TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were dispatched at 1713 hrs. to 544 East Queen Street in the 1-01 Box Area for an appliance fire inside the dwelling. While units responding, communications advised of a stove fire. Units arrived and AC1-1 (Gigs) established Command-1. Crews checked interior and found food residue under the burner started smoldering creating smoke/odor. Crews determined it was no actual fire or extension with a slight smoke condition in the residence. Crews placed a PPV fan at the front entrance and the assignment was downgraded to E1-2, Truck 1 and ambulance. After a short period the fan was removed and command placed the remainder of the units available at 1725 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, Squad 41, FP-1 AUTO ACCIDENT TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to the intersection of East McKinley Street and South 4th Street for an auto accident at 1545 hrs. E1-1 arrived on scene to find two vehicles involved blocking intersection. Crew checked for hazards and started preliminary patient care until BLS arrived. Crew also applied speedy dry to a fluid leak. E1-1 cleared the incident at 1558 hrs. Fire Police also assisted with traffic control at the scene.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb. 1-8, FP-1 REPORTED BUILDING FIRE SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2005 - Company 1 and Squad 41 were alerted to the area of Merrill Lynch on Kennebec Drive in the "City" Box 1-05 area for a possible building fire at 1848 hrs. While units were responding, communications advised they were unsure if it was the building burning or bushes in front. They received 2 calls at that point, but were conflicting. One caller said the bushes were on fire and the other saying the actual building was on fire. Amb1-7 arrived and reported heavy smoke mostly confined to the bushes. AC1-1 arrived and established Command-1 and found fire was also burning up side of building on a decorative trim attached to the building. DC47 from Sta.4 arrived and grabbed the front bumper line off E1-2 as it quickly arrived and extinguished the fire. Crews also removed the trim and checked for extension, with none found. Command-1 downgraded the assignment as the area was further wetted down to ensure outage. The fire was found to have originally started by a bird nest inside an outside light pole, which caused the plastic protective panels in the light fixture to catch fire and drop onto the ground starting the fire below. A second light pole on the other side of building had the same occurrence at one point, but did not set the area on fire, but you could see the burn marks on the ground where the same situation could have occurred. Remainder of the units placed available at 1919 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Truck-1, Amb1-7, Amb1-8, Squad-41 MOUNTAIN FIRE SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2005 - SU-1 was redirected from the transfer and called to the incident scene at 1514 hrs. in the 13700 Lincoln Way West, Peters Township, Box Area 9-29A, to assist on the mountain fire. SU-1 arrived and was directed up a lane and was positioned by command. Crews pulled a 1" hand line and used the Foam "ProPak" to extinguish hot spots, etc. The crews operated at the scene until released by Command at 1635 hrs. TRANSFER SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched on a transfer to Co.18 (St. Thomas) at 1504 hrs. Before E1-1 left station, Chief 18 contacted McKinley St. Station personnel and asked if SU-1 was available to transfer also. SU-1 also transferred to Co.18. While enroute to the transfer, SU-1 was contacted to respond to the scene (see above). Communications alerted SU-17 (New Franklin) to transfer to Co.18, in place of SU-1. E1-1 cleared the transfer at 1701 hrs.
MULCH FIRE FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2005 - E1-1 and SU-1 was dispatched at 1340 hrs. to 993 Wayne Avenue in the GIANT FOODS SHOPPING PLAZA in the "City" Box 1-05 area for a Mulch Fire. Units arrived on scene to find several small mulch fires in a general vicinity of each other and quickly pulled a 1" pre-connect off the rear of SU-1. E1-1 staged and crews extinguished the fires and went available at 1349 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, SU-1, Amb.1-7 HOUSE FIRE FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2005 - Company 1 was dispatched with Squad 41 to 334 East Queen Street in the 1-01 Box Area for a dwelling fire at 0056 hrs. The Chambersburg Police Department arrived first reporting of a working fire to the rear of the residence around the porch. Units began to arrive and perform search and rescue and fire attack. DC47 from Sta.4 had interior command and reported fire spreading to the attic. E1-1 staged on Side-A and the crews reported to scene to assist with shutting off utilities and assisting with ventilation. Crews also assisted in the search for a dog reported to be in the house and was found on the 2nd floor and removed to safety. E1-1 available at 0239 hrs.
Special Thanks to www.iaff1813.org for providing pictures Units Responding : E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Truck-1, Amb.1-8, FP-1, Squad 41, E17-1 (New Franklin) RIT - Squad-7 (Fayetteville) REPORTED BUILDING FIRE "Back to the RAMADA" WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2005 - Company 1 was dispatched to 1095 Wayne Avenue at the RAMADA INN Hotel for a reported building fire at 2330 hrs. E1-1 and SU-1 was there earlier in the day (see below) for a mulch fire. While units were responding, communications advised they received a call from the front desk of a fire by Room 121 with a patient on the ground. DC47 from Station 4 arrived quickly to report smoke showing. He gave reports of "food on the stove" and was checking for possible extension. E1-1 was first to arrive and laid a 5" supply line to incident scene. E1-2 picked up the hydrant and E1-4 staged. TK-1 was assigned into the scene and place Positive Pressure Ventilation by the northern end corridor entrance. The ambulance crew arrived and attended to a female who was laying on the ground outside of her room door where the source point originated. EMS crews determined she was intoxicated and relocated her off the ground into a chair while fire crews continued to ventilate and check area. It was found they were using a propane grill in the hotel room and fell a sleep due to intoxication. The food began to burn on the grill and created smoke, causing an fire alarm in the hotel and the front desk clerk to check area finding the smoke. The female was pulled out of the room by hotel staff, due to being inebriated. Crews remained a short period to ventilate room and entire coridor. Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) placed the remainder of the units available and turned scene over to one of the Co.1 Fire Inspectors (R.Himes) to investigate the scene because of commercial hotel structure. Units went available at 0005 hrs.
CLICK HERE to listen to Dispatch and Operations of this incident Units Responding : E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, TK-1, Amb.1-8, FP-1, Squad-41, Medic 101, Amb.108 RIT:E13 AUTO ACCIDENT WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2005 - Crews were on station outside when a crash was heard down the street. E1-1 went responding with AC1-1, calling the incident in to communicaitons. Crews arrived to find a large amount of debris in the roadway at South Second Street and East McKinley Street. The two vehicles were off the roadway. Crews checked with occupants to check for injuries, with none. Crews awaited arrival and Chambersburg Police and swept debris off roadway and was placed available by Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) at 1835 hrs. Fire Police assisted at the scene for traffic control.
Units Responding : E1-1, Amb.1-8 WORKING CAR FIRE WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched to in front of 1250 Orchard Drive, Jiffy Lube in the "City" Box 1-05 for an automobile fire at 1622 hrs. The Chambersburg Police Department was first on scene and advised of a working fire. E1-1 arrived to find the vehicle with heavy fire from the engine compartment, spreading to the passenger area. E1-1 pulled 1 3/4" pre-connect and began the knock-down. The crew awaited the towing service and then went available after washing down the roadway, which a moderate amount of road macadam was burnt away too. E1-1 cleared the incident at 1709 hrs. with AC1-1 (Gigs) as Command-1.
Units Responding: E1-1, Amb.8-8, FP-1 MULCH FIRE WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2005 - E1-1 and SU-1 were dispatched to 1095 Wayne Avenue at the RAMADA INN "City" Box 1-05 for a brush fire at 1408 hrs. Units arrived to find a small smoldering fire in the mulch by the main hotel entrance. It is believed to have been started by a cigarette from workers performing construction on the hotel, which is being renovated, who were working in the source area. SU-1 placed a 1" line into service to wet down the area to ensure extinguishment. Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) placed the units in-service 1423 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1, SU-1 ENGINE 1-1 BACK IN SERVICE WEDNESDAY, April 6, 2005 - E1-1 was placed back in service at 1600 hrs. today. Co.1 back to normal procedures. ENGINE 1-1 OUT OF SERVICE Monday, April 4, 2005 - E1-1 was placed out of service and taken to the Borough Garage for scheduled repairs. Due to an electrical problem, the alternator is being repaired and is expected to be out of service for a couple of days. During this time, since we no longer have a reserve engine presently, we are running SU-1 on all calls where Eng 1-1 is due, along with the next due engine. Co.1 is unavailable, through communications, for Engine Mutual Aid or Transfers, as E1-1 is the primary mutual aid engine. TRANSFER Friday, April 1, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched at 1903 hrs. for a transfer / standby at Co. 13 (Letterkenny Fire Department) while they assisted on a building fire in the 11-13 Box Area. Engine 1-1 was placed available by Company 13 at 2005 hours. We wish to extend our prayers and hope for a speedy recovery to Co.13 (Letterkenny) Firefighters Paul Shannon and Max Lenherr who were injured during the fire suppression operations of this incident.
EASTER EGG HUNT Saturday, March 26, 2005 - E1-1, SU-1, FP-1 assisted at the EASTER EGG HUNT sponsored by us and radio station MIX95.1 at the Chambersburg Memorial Park this morning. Several hundred kids came out and enjoyed the scramble of hunting eggs while braving the damp, drizzly weather. The overall consensus was the event was a success and are planning for next years events. The company officers' wants to give a huge appreciation to all of the members who help make this event a success. This is from the crews who helped to stuff each of the over 1500 eggs with candy over the past month to the people including active members, junior members, Auxiliary and Fire Police members who helped in several duties during the event, including the Easter Bunny. Everyone who assisted in this event is given a big Thanks for your help to make it a success. A special THANK YOU goes out to Wal-Mart of Shippensburg for donating some of the eggs, Artie Shultz and Tammy from Mix95.1 Today's Best Music Mix for supplying some of the prizes, promotions and candy for the event, Borough of Chambersburg for the use of Memorial Park and the Public Opinion for advertising this event during the week; and most importantly, the families who brought their kids to the event.
(Left to Right) Asst Chief 1-1 / Events Coordinator Robert "Gigs" W. Murray; Easter Bunny with some of the kids who won prizes from the Easter Egg Hunt; Friendship Fire Company President Adam P. McNew; Mix95.1's Artie Shultz
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AUTO ACCIDENT WITH EXTRICATION Thursday, March 24, 2005 - E1-1 was "off-duty" when the dispatch for an auto accident with entrapment and an unconscious person was alerted at 1337 hrs. at East McKinley Street and Brumbaugh Avenue in the "City" Box 1-05 area.. E1-1 marked on duty and responding to the accident with a crew who just arrived on station shortly before the dispatch. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived initially to find 2 automobiles involved. One still in roadway with moderate front end damage and the second vehicle up on sidewalk. The second vehicle had heavy passenger side damage from being "t-boned". The first vehicle had 3 subjects who were not hurt and refused treatment, the 2nd vehicle patients were both removed and were Class-1 patients. Amb1-7 transported to Chambersburg Hospital Helipad to meet LifeLion, which was brought in for a "Hot Load". The patient in the passenger seat was extricated by Squad-41 personnel. Chief-1 (Vanlandingham) had the Command. E1-1 cleared the incident at 1412 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1,E1-2,Squad-41,Amb1-7,Amb7-8,Amb108,Medic101,Medic102,LifeLion,FP-1 BRUSH FIRE Tuesday, March 22, 2005 - SU-1 was dispatched to the rear of 952 Brandon Drive in the City Box 1-05 area at 1018 hrs. for a brush fire behind the residence. SU-1 arrived on scene and made access through the back yard and positioned next to tree / field line. A 1" pre-connect line was pulled and fire extinguishment began. Fire was contained to about 1/4 acre in the field and resulted from the homeowner burning leaves, etc. AC-1 (Dubbs) arrived and spoke to the homeowner about the ordinance violation, as no open burning is permitted in the borough. Fire was quickly extinguished by the crew of SU-1 and ambulance. Units cleared at 1042 hrs. Units Responding : E1-2, SU-1, Amb.1-8 FURNACE MALFUNCTION AT BUSINESS Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - E1-1 was dispatched along with Company-1 and Truck-42 at 1637 hrs. to the Social Security Administration Building at 50 North Third Street in the Box Area 1-01 District for a possible furnace malfunction. TK-42 (Franklins) was on scene because TK-1 was out of service, Squad-7 (Fayetteville) responded to replace SQ41 that was committed on another call, which later cleared and responded, and Ambulance 104 (West Shore) replaced the committed Company-1 ambulance. Crews arriving noticed abnormal black smoke coming from the roof vent. E1-1 arrived to stage at the hydrant and crew reported to scene. AC1-1 (Gigs) had Command-1 and DC-47 (M. Trace) had interior command. Interior reported nothing evident inside. A crew reported to the roof to find the heating unit on roof, which crews shut off power and fuel. No other hazards were noted and Command w/ DC47 met with employees who advised they started unit from being repaired earlier and were advised of current findings and to contact their maintenance staff to report to scene. Command-1 placed units in-service at 1659 hours.
Units Responding : E1-2,E1-4,E1-1,Truck-42,Amb.104 (Squad 7 & 41 cancelled before arrival) ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION
Sunday, March 13, 2005 - E1-1 was alerted at 1140 hrs. to 136 Green Meadow Lane in the "City" Box 1-04 area for an inside investigation of an electrical odor. E1-1 arrived on scene with nothing evident and the crews made entry into the residence. Upon investigation, it was found the residents electric chair controller was malfunctioning. The chair was unplugged and resident advised of findings. Units cleared by Command-1 (AC1-1 Gigs) at 1149 hours. Units Responding : E1-1,Truck-1,Amb.1-7,FP-1 SAYING "GOOD-BYE" TO THE "TWINS"
The former ENGINE 1-4, presently reserve Engine 1-3.... until today. Sunday, March 13, 2005 - McKinley Street Station personnel began the process of stripping the old "Engine 1-4" of equipment and hose . This unit ran out of the Franklin Street Station as Engine 1-4 since its birth in 1978 until a couple of years ago when it temporarily ran as Engine 1-1. Most recently, it served a short lifespan in reserve capacity, known as Engine 1-3, before being finally retied to out of service status today. Through "word of mouth", the McConnellsburg Fire Department of Fulton County, PA learned that the Borough of Chambersburg was in procession of an old spill unit, being gotten rid of, and came to look at the unit. They were excited about the unit and made an offer to the Borough of Chambersburg, which was accepted. This unit left and made the trip over the mountain to Fulton County to become their new spill unit about 2 weeks ago. During the visit, they were interested in the old "Engine 1-2" from Headquarters Station, which served as a reserve engine for several recent years, known as Engine 1-5. They informed the Needmore Fire Company in Fulton County of these 2 "twins" that were being sold. Needmore personnel looked at the equipment and made an offer to the Borough of Chambersburg, which too was accepted. Engine 1-5 was already stripped off all equipment from several months ago and was awaiting a possible trip to an auction before Needmore came and began the process of making an offer. These two engines served the residents and visitors for many years, and served the department well. Needmore Fire Company is planning to repaint the engine (Engine 1-3) and put it into service to serve as a second engine for their company as Fulton County Engine 2-55. The other engine will mainly be used for parts, as needed. The "twins" will soon be leaving Chambersburg within the next couple of days, as we finish the process of stripping the remainder of the equipment. We wish both these departments, on their recent additions, and hope these units serve and protect their communities for many year's to come.
The former ENGINE 1-2 (also served as Reserve status Engine 1-5) along with former SPILL-1 CHAMBERSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT 2004 Awards Banquet Saturday, March 12, 2005- Members of the Friendship Engine & Hose Company attended the Chambersburg Fire Department 2004 Awards Banquet held at the Orchards Restaurant in Chambersburg. Members of the Friendships took the majority of the awards presented to include: Firefighter of the Year, Chief's Award, Fire Policeman of the Year. Guest speaker for the event was Superintendent Denis Onieal from the National Fire Academy. A good and enjoyable evening was had by all. A special Thank You to St. Thomas Fire Company who transferred to McKinley Street Station, and McConnellsburg Fire Company and Mont Alto Ambulance transferred to Headquarters Station to standby during the event.
2004 CHAMBERSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT AWARDS BANQUET
Adam McNew receiving the Chambersburg Fire Department FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR Award for 2004 Jackie Umberger receiving the 2004 CHIEFS AWARD
John McCrae receiving the 2004 FIRE POLICEMAN OF THE YEAR Award
National Fire Academy Superintendent Denis Onieal was the Guest Speaker at the Awards Banquet. We thank him for his attendance and participation.
TRANSFER TO ST. THOMAS CO.18 Thursday, March 3 2005- E1-1 was alerted at 1835 hrs. to transfer to St. Thomas Co.18. They were back at the previous house fire extinguishing rekindles. Shortly after E1-1 arrived, completing transfer, was dispatched at 1926 hrs. for an auto accident on Lincoln Way West (Route 30) by Mercersburg Road. Due to high winds with blowing and drifting snow, this particular area was prone to icy road conditions throughout that late afternoon and evening prompting another accident to occur. E1-1 arrived on scene finding one automobile that ran off road with no occupants around. E1-1 crew checked around area not finding anyone. PA State Police arrived quickly and released Fire/EMS units and was calling PennDot to treat roadway. E1-1 cleared this incident at 1942 hrs. and returned to Co.18 to continue standby. E1-1 was released from the transfer at 2039 hrs. HOUSE FIRE IN ST. THOMAS TWP. Wednesday, March 2, 2005- E1-1 was alerted at 0041 hrs. for a mutual aid response to St. Thomas Twp at 3348 Keller Road for the house fire. Chief 18 advised he was approaching scene with heavy fire showing. Co.18 units arrived to find a large farm house involved and requested the 2nd alarm. E1-1 was assigned water supply operations, and after checking two locations to possibly draft from, was sent to the hydrant on the square in St. Thomas by Co.18's station. SU-1 also responded with additional manpower and assisted E1-1 with filling several pieces of apparatus that were shuttling water to the scene. Pictures below are showing the house fire and are provided courtesy of Sta.4 "The Big House", since we did not actually make it to the scene to obtain our own pictures. E1-1 and SU-1 were available at 0427 hrs.
Units Responding from Co.1: E1-1,Truck-1, SU-1,Amb.1-8 AUTO ACCIDENT INVOLVING ALS VEHICLES Saturday, February 26, 2005 - E 1-1 was dispatched for an auto accident at Lincoln Way East (Rt.30) and Coldbrook Avenue. AC1-1 (Gigs) arrived first to find several vehicles involved in the accident. One male driver was out of vehicle walking around complaining of back pain and was being treated by West Shore ALS personnel, since it was at their station and the vehicle struck 2 of their own emergency vehicles. Command-1 advised E1-1 that speedy dry was needed for an anti-freeze leak and also advised Amb.1-8 of one possible patient. E1-1 crew arrived and contained the leak and Amb1-8 treated patient and transported around corner to Chambersburg Hospital. E1-1 crew gathered vehicle information and was placed available by command at 1355 hrs.
Units Responding : E1-1,Amb.1-8 VEHICLE FIRE Friday, February 25, 2005 - The crew of E1-1 was alerted for an early morning car fire in the "City" Box 1-05 area at 0529 hrs. While responding communications advised of a pick-up truck fire in the area of the BP convenience store. E1-1 arrived to report fire apparently out. The crew checked the vehicle to confirm the fire was out and spoke to vehicle owner, who did not need medical assistance, so the ambulance was placed in-service before their arrival. The crew awaited the arrival of CPD and assisted pushing the vehicle into an "out of the way" area until towing service arrived. E1-1 cleared the incident at 0543 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1,Amb.1-8 Later in the day, E1-1 was dispatched on (2) medical assist calls. One to Lantern Lane in the 1-04 District at 0942 hrs. for a fall victim, and a 2nd medical assist call to 1070 Stouffer Avenue, Manor Care Nursing Facility in the 1-05 District for a Cardiac Patient at 1126 hrs. CHIMNEY FIRE Thursday, February 24, 2005 - E 1-1 was dispatched along with Co.1 for a Chimney Fire at 36 Meadow Drive in the "City" Box 1-05 at 1951 hrs.. Units were advised while en-route that the caller was leaving the residence and house filling with smoke. E1-1 arrived first to find an end unit of a townhouse in Coldbrook Meadows area of the "city". E1-1 crew met with family members and proceeded to the chimney clean out box to begin clearing debris. As the other units were arriving, Trk-1 proceeded to scene and put the Ariel into service. A crew went up to the chimney top via the "bucket" and shined a light down through to a mirror at the bottom. The crew advised they could see light reflecting off the mirror, but a small amount of creosote was noticed. The family member advised in the beginning when he called 9-1-1, that there was a large amount of fire showing from the chimney top. Crew members, as a precaution, a dry chem. extinguisher was used to shoot up the chimney from below. After this was completed, command placed units available at 2030 hrs. Command was (AC-1 Dubbs). Units Responding : E1-1,E1-2,E1-4,Trk.1,Sq.41,Amb1-8,FP-1 MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INVOLVING BUS Monday, February 21, 2005 - The crew of E 1-1 was kept busy during the daytime hours today with several incidents. At 1003 hrs. E 1-1 was alerted in the District "City" Box 1-05 to 1095 Wayne Avenue at the Ramada for an injured person. E1-1 arrived on scene with Medic-101 to find a late 40's male up walking around. The subject fell from a scaffolding to the ground about 10 feet. The subject had a serious laceration to the head. The ambulance arrived and transported patient to Chambersburg Hospital Class-1 (serious). Air Medical transport was contacted to fly patient, but due to weather conditions, they would not fly. Patient was ground transported to Hershey Trauma Center. E1-1 cleared incident at 1020 hrs. Units alerted : E1-1,Amb1-8,Medic101 Then at 1334 hrs. E1-1 was alerted for the Medical Assist Assignment in the 1-05 District for a mental distress patient on East Liberty Street. E1-1 cleared at 1352 hrs. with a patient refusal. Units alerted : E1-1, Amb7-9,FP-1 At 1506 hours, District "City" Box 1-05 was alerted for the vehicle accident involving a bus on Wayne Avenue at Coldbrook Avenue. E1-1 arrived on scene reporting (3) vehicles including a bus with the roadway completely blocked. The crew of E1-1 checked the conditions of the people involved to find no injuries. The bus was transporting 1 passenger and was not hurt. The engine crew assisted with speedy dry for an anti-freeze leak and fire police from Co. 1 redirected traffic flows. Due to the bus involved, communications dispatched the mass casualty box bringing an additional engine and several ambulances to the scene, but most were cancelled before their arrivals. E1-1 cleared the incident at 1524 hours. Units responding : E1-1,E1-2,Amb1-8,Amb7-9,Amb8-8,FP-1 RESIDENTIAL INSIDE INVESTIGATION 2-20-05 - After an early start of (2) Medical Assist runs in the "City" Box 1-05 District for E1-1. The 1st being a Cardiac Arrest at 0817 hrs on Stouffer Avenue, then at 0911 hrs. for a patient with difficulty breathing on Cumberland Avenue. At 1012 hrs. 1st Alarm Dispatch was made in the 1-05 District sending Engine 1-1, Truck-1 and Co.1 Amb to 212 South Second Street for an inside investigation of a smoke odor. E1-1 arrived on Side-1 advising on-scene with nothing showing from the exterior. Amb.1-8 and AC1-1 arrived shortly thereafter and command was established. Crews from the Engine and Amb. went inside to investigate and met with residence. They advised they smelt smoke just before they called this morning and also a short period yesterday. They could not explain the odor of smoke to help with the investigation because no odors were present for the crews. After a through check of the entire inside, nothing was found and residents were told that if it occurs again to attempt to narrow down origin. With nothing found, Command-1 placed units in-service at 1022 hrs. Units Responding : E1-1,Trk-1,Amb.1-8 SMOKE IN THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING 2-19-05 - At 0331 hrs. Box Alarm 18-8 was dispatched to 3644 Warm Spring Road, St. Thomas Township, to Byers Tire Service. A few minutes before, Co.18 was dispatched to this location for a fire alarm. After just a few minutes communications, at 0331 hours, Captain 18 arrived on scene confirming smoke in the building requesting an upgrade to the assignment. This upgrade dispatched several mutual aid departments including Engine 1-1. As the engine was responding and others marking up, Command 18 further investigated the situation to find a furnace malfunction. Command 18 held Co.18 only and placed the remainder in-service. Engine 1-1 available at 0338 hrs. CO DETECTOR ACTIVATION
2-18-05 - At 2151 hrs. Local Box 1-05 was alerted for a CO Detector activation at 431 Wayne Avenue. Engine 1-1, Truck-1 and Ambulance 1-8 was alerted. While responding, communications advised family members was evacuating the house and would be awaiting our arrival. They advised their CO Detector was reading 212ppm. Engine 1-1 arrived with Command-1 (A/C 1-1 Murray) and met with family members. They did not have any medical complaints. Crew from Engine 1-1 made entry with metering device and searched entire residence with no readings found. Command met with family members and discussed situation. Command-1 cleared units at 2210 hrs.
Units : E1-1, Trk-1, Amb.1-8, FP-1 AUTO ACCIDENT
2-18-05 - At 1429 hrs. Rescue Box 1-05 was alerted for an auto accident reported with an unresponsive patient. Engine 1-2 from Headquarters Station was dispatched along with SU-1 (Engine 1-1 out of service and SU-1 running in its place). Also alerted was Co.1 ambulance and Medic 100. SU-1 arrived on scene reporting 3-vehicles with roadway blocked requesting Co.1 Fire Police. After initial size-up of incident, SU-1 advised no unresponsive person, only 1 injury. SU-1 crew initiated medical treatment and stabilization of injured person, still in vehicle. Ambulance 1-8 and Medic 101 arrived on scene and began their duties. Engine 1-2 arrived and their crew assisted with placing speedy-dry from an anti-freeze leak. They also checked the vehicles for any other hazards and swept debris. Ambulance transported 1 patient to Chambersburg Hospital and Medic 101 was released with their services not needed. Command-1 released Engine 1-2 and SU-1 at 1455 hours. A/C 1-1 (Murray) had the Incident Command.
Units: E1-2, SU-1, Amb.1-8, Medic-101,FP-1
SMOKE IN THE APARTMENT
2-13-05 - At 1250 hrs Box 1-02 was hit for reported smoke in apartment "C" at 611 Lincoln Way West. Eng 1-1 arriving as 3rd due engine, after apparatus got tied up waiting for the Truck to make access to the parking lot Eng 1-1 made access to the apartment complex from another route, Command then advised them to take side 1. D/C 47 (interior officer) advised Command of heavy smoke in the apartment and requested a line be placed at the front door, after further investigation a small grease fire was found in another apartment and was quickly extinguished, interior crews checked for extension (none found) and ventilated. A/C 1-5 (Reitz) had the Command, Eng 1-1 returned to service at 1323 hrs.
Units: E1-4, E1-2, E1-1, Trk-1, Squad 41, Amb Co.100, FP-1
SU-1 RESPONDS TO ANTRIM TOWNSHIP
LAWN FURNITURE CATCHES FIRE
2-11-05 - Just before 1630 hrs D/C 47 called Communications reporting a fire in a backyard approaching a house at the intersection of Second Street and McKinley Street and requested the Box be filled. Eng 1-1 arriving as the dispatch was being finished found heavy smoke from the backyard, D/C 47 pulled a handline extinguishing the fire which was lawn furniture next to the house. Crews checked for extension with none found, Command held the box to Eng 1-1 for a small amount of overhaul and the others were placed available. Eng 1-1 returned to service at 1647 hrs, A/C 1-1 (Murray) had the Command.
Units: E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Trk-1, Squad 41, Amb 1-8
SECOND BOX ALARM ENDS THE DAY
2-6-05 - At 2326 hrs Box 1-01 was struck for 329 E. King Street for reported smoke in the apartment building. Amb 1-8 arrived with light smoke showing, Eng 1-1 arrived as 3rd due engine and staged on King Street sending manpower to side 1. Crews assisted with checking for extension, further investigation revealed a small fire in the wall of a back porch which was quickly extinguished. Units operated on scene for about an hour, Eng 1-1 was released at 0025 hrs. A/C 1-5 (N. Reitz) had command, Eng 18-1 (St. Thomas) covered the McKinley Street Station.
Units: E1-2, E1-4, E1-1, Trk-1, Squad 41, Squad 7, Amb 1-8, FP-1
ELECTRICAL FIRE AT WENDY'S
2-6-05 - At 1351 hrs units were alerted to 1001 Wayne Avenue at Wendy's for an electrical fire inside Box 1-05. A/C 11 (PHVFC) had just left the establishment prior to the dispatch and returned to the scene to find a strong odor of wires burning in the back office near the electrical panel. Co.1 units arrived, crews checked the office area with no extension found and secured the utilities. Command held the box to Eng 1-1, Truck 1 and Amb 1-8 for further investigation, units cleared the scene at 1426 hrs. The establishment had to be closed for a short period of time while the problem was rectified, A/C 1-1 (R. Murray) had the command.
Units: E1-1, E1-2, E1-4, Trk-1, Squad 41, Amb.1-8, FP-1
ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
1-15-05 - Members of the FE&HC #1 celebrated their Annual Awards Banquet on Saturday evening at the Four Point Sheraton Hotel in Chambersburg. The evening started with a dinner and awards presentation and ended with music provided by Be-Bop Man and dancing.
ACCIDENT ON WAYNE AVENUE
1-8-05 - At 1433 hrs Rescue Box 1-05 was dispatched to the intersection of Wayne Ave and Sheller Ave for an auto accident bringing Eng 1-1 and Amb Co.1. Eng 1-1 arrived shortly after to find 2 autos involved with the driver of one auto confined, Command 1 requested Squad 41 to the scene. The crew from Eng 1-1 started patient care a vehicle stabilization, once on scene the Squad crews began extrication removing the driver side front and back doors. The patient was removed form the auto and turned over to EMS and transported to Chambersburg Hospital, the Squad was released and Eng 1-1 remained for a short time removing debris from the roadway. Units cleared at 1523 hrs. A/C 1-1 (R. Murray) had the command
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