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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 Crews arrived to find heavy fire on Sides A, B and C and originally made entry into Front Door, but had to evacuate when the attack line burst.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 f |
