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Congratulations Firefighter 1 Graduates
June 17th, 2009
On June 17th, 2009 DJ Matthews, Chad Oswald, Jeremy Glessner, and Dave Porco graduated from the Bucks County Comminuty College Firefighter 1 program. Congratulations for your successful completion of over 120 hours in class, and many more hours around the firehouse learning about what we do.
3 Alarm First Due Building Fire - 222 Valley Rd. Flexible Circuits
June 7th, 2009
On 6-7-09 at 19:11 hrs the members of the Warrington Township Fire Co. and surrounding Co.'s were dispatched to 222 Valley Rd Box 29-19 for the reported building fire. Chief 29 (Bean) arrived on the scene to find a 175 x 175 commercial building with heavy smoke and fire showing from the roof. Because of the known hazardous materials located in the building the first alarm co.'s set up an exterior attack with elevated master streams and portable monitors. A second alarm was sounded at 19:42 and the third alarm was sounded at 19:53. Due to the fact of low water pressure multiple five-inch supply lines were placed in service with one streched from Rt611 & County LIne Rd (Horsham Township). The fire was contained to the processing area with no extension into the warehouse where bulk chemical's are stored. The incident was placed under control at 22:32.
Break down of Co's and the alarms they responded on:
Intinal Box: Engine Co's 29, 78, 92, Montco 15 - Ladder Co's 29, Montco 15
Special call Montco Squirt 99, Squirt 93, Ladder Co's 66, 79
Second Alarm: Engine Co's 66,62,91,93 - Ladder Co's 90, Montco 95 - Special Service 93
Third Alarm: Engine Co's:3,83,79,90 - Ladder Co's: 2,74 - Rescue Co: 19
RIT Teams: Montco R18, R2
Special Call Units; Haz-Mat 89, R35, Bucks County EMA & FMO CP800 & 801 CT4,19
Incident Command Setup:
C-29 Bean Incident Commander
C-93 Velton Operations
C-19 Loux Divison A
DC-15 (Monco) Greenberg Divison B
DC-29 Fuchs Division C
BC-78 Mancini Divison D
FM275 Lesniak FMO/EMA
Safety-29 Martin Safety Divison
Car 89 Hackman Haz-Mat Divison
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RESCUE 29 TAKES 1st PLACE IN 2009 BUCKS COUNTY FIREMANS PARADE!!!!!
Our Own Corey Matthews Recieves Community Service Award
May 12, 2009
Firefighter Corey Matthews was one of five recipients of the Herb Kahl Memorial Scholarship this year. His efforts of undergoing Firefighter 1, RIT Training, Rope Training, and Vehicle Rescue Technician earned him scholarship money towards his higher education. All of his time spent was to benefit the community of Warrington, which the Herb Kahl Scholarship Honors. Congratulations to Corey Matthews for all of his hard work and we wish him the best of luck next year as a freshman at Penn State University Berks Campus.
(Photo by Colleen Gale Fuchs - Click on Thumbnail for full size picture)
Supervisor Commendations For CPR Save
May 12, 2009
The Warrington Township Supervisors awarded commendations to Deputy Joe Fuchs, Lieutenant Paul Martin, and Lieutenant Tim Campbell for thier quick response to a medical emergency in April 2009. Also awarded was the Warrington Community Ambulance Corp and the Warrington Township Police Department. Great job by all and we are proud to serve the community with you!
(Photo by Colleen Gale Fuchs - Click on Thumbnail for full size picture)
Tactical Box 78-35 Dwelling
April 28, 2009
At 2113 hrs on April 28, 2009 Tactical Box 78-35 was dispatched for the report of a dwelling fire. The Bucks County Radio Room advising DC Fuchs of multiple reports of a car in the garage on fire. Additional reports advising that the homeowners and neighbors had multiple 1/2" lines in service. DC Fuchs on scene of a 2 story sfd with a medium smoke condition around the garage. Engine 78 (Lt. Groman) arrived on side "A" and stretched a handline to the garage. Rescue Squad 29 (Chief Bean) arrived on scene and advanced the crew to the second floor to check for extension. Ladder 74 on scene with positive pressure to side "A". The fire was actually on the exterior of the dwelling and did not affect the car in the garage. The siding on the exterior of side "A" burned and the interior of the dwelling suffered some smoke damage. FM275 on scene investigating the source.
Ladder 29 responds on Box 93-57
April 28, 2009
Ladder 29 was dispatched on Hartsville Box 93-57 for an apartment fire at the Saxony Manor Apartments at approximately 1606 hrs. Multiple reports to C93 (Velten) reporting heavy smoke in the area. C93 on scene reporting heavy fire showing from 2 middle of the row apartments side "A" with fire extending to the exposures. Squrt 93 on scene leading off with the deck gun and then making an interior attack. L29 (DC Fuchs) ordered to throw ground ladders and trench the roof on side "B" of the fire building. Fire companies responding to assist the Hartsville Fire company with the fire were: Warrington, Warminster, Warwick, Ivyland, Northampton, Doylestown, Southampton, Hatboro, Horsham and the Willow Grove Naval Air Station. The fire damaged a total of eight units, the American Red Cross was on scene to assist the displaced residents.
(Photo by John England - Click on the thumbnail for full size picture)
Warrington's 275th Anniversary
May 2nd, 2009
The Warrington Fire Company No. 1 participated in the Townships kick off ceremony for a year long celebration of its 275th Anniversary. Engine 29, Rescue 29 along with several members set up a booth relating to fire prevention and membership information. Tours were given of the apparatus and many handouts were distributed. A special thanks to Mike Quick (Former Philadelphia Eagle) for taking time out to have a group picture taken with us.
(Photo by Katie Braun - Click on the thumbnail for full size picture)
Engine 29 Makes an Appearance at 92.5wtxu Ticket Stop
May 5th, 2009
While 92.5wxtu was at Moe's Southwest Grill for a ticket stop, E29 handed out goodies on how to volunteer with the fire company. Special thanks to Moe's for having us, and to Jessie and Greg from the WXTU Crew for the numerous "shout-outs" to support your local volunteer fire company. If you would like more information on volunteering, please click the flashing "volunteer here" link in the sidebar of this page.
(Photo by Warrington Fire Company - Click on the thumbnails for full size picture)
Training Night At Rohm and Haas
April 21st, 2009
A special thanks to C99 (BC29 Harvey) and Rohm and Haas of Bristol, PA for the use a soon-to-be demolished building for training. Crews were able to perfect the skills of apartment pack advancement, flat roof operations, and forcible entry. The rain held out just long enough to complete the various scenarios.
(Photos by LT29 - J. Sandler - Click on thumbnails for full size pictures)
E78 & L29 Go To Work In Plumbsteadville
April 21st, 2009
Warrington Fire Company No. 1 alerted at 0640 hrs to assist on the Second Alarm Buidling Fire in Plumsteadville. Airport Square at Primiere Contractors. Ladder 29 (BC Mancini) and Eng 78(Lt Groman) responded. Ladder 29 was assigned to set up on the B/C Corner to prepare to go in service if the fire got past the firewall. Ladder 29's crew intially were given orders to go to the roof and assist with ventilation, but the building was evacuated. Ladder 29's crew then assisted with several tasks along side C of the building. Eng 78 was set up on side A and was given orders to be one of the enigines assigned to draft with the tanker task force. Eng 78 supplied Ladder 79's Ladder Pipe.
(Photos by BC78 - J. Mancini - Click on thumbnails for full size pictures)
(Photo by PhillyFire News- Click on thumbnails for full size pictures)
Late Night Crew Response - CPR Save
April 8th, 2009
On Wednesday morning, April 8th, 2009, at approximately 0235 hrs, M129 was dispatched to Welsh Rd for the report of a resident in Cardiac Arrest. Upon hearing the emergency 911 dispatch; Deputy Chief 29 Joe Fuchs, Rescue Liuetenant 29 Paul Martin, and Ladder Lieutenant 29 Tim Campbell responded with E29 to assist. E29 arrived on scene within 3 minutes of the dispatch and just a few moments after the Warrington Township Police Department. The crew worked in conjunction with the officers in an attempt to revive the 49 y/o female patient. The crews provided CPR, gathered pertinent information, and delivered AED shocks until M129 arrived on scene shortly after. M129 arrived and crews worked together to continue CPR and intubation until a heartbeat and pulses returned just moments later. The patient was transported Class II to a local emergency facility. As of a few nights later, the patient was reported to be doing well, communicating, and recovering from the event in the hospital. The dedication and professionalism of all responders involved exemplifies the traditions of the emergency services.
R29 Extricates 4 from 2 Vehicle Accident
Company dispatched at 11:31 AM to County Line Rd & Easton Rd. Rescue Box 29-02 for a reported 2 vehicle accident, multiple occupants entrapped. D29 (Fuchs) arrived on scene to find a 2 vehicle accident with four people trapped in a compact vehicle. R29 (BC Harvey) arrived on scene, removed two doors to free the occupants. SQ78 (BC Mancini) arrived on scene to assist with stabilization. Montgomery County R15 arrived to provide additional crews to extricate the multiple patients. M129, M122, S122, and M352 on scene to transport the extricated patients. All units available at 12:11 PM.
GROUNDBREAKING FOR NEW STATION 78!!
At approximately 0930 hrs Thursday March 5th, 2009, ground was broken for the first phase of construction for our new station 78! It was nice to see this project finally get underway, as we all have been waiting patiently for it to begin. There will be a page created on our website in the near future that will be updated with pics and information documenting the progress of this project. Thanks to all that have worked on this project in the past and continue to work on it presently. We are all looking forward to many years in this new state of the art firehouse.
(Photo by BC-78 Mancini)
Department dispatched to 3 Vehicle Rescues in 2 days.
(Photos by LT-78 Groman)
(Photo by LT-78 Groman)
Brush Fire at County Line Fence
At 1210 hrs, Local box 29-03 was dispatched for a report of a fire in the rear of 2051 County Line Rd. (County Line Fence Co.). 75 PD on scene reporting a large pile of debris and a piece of heavy machinery were burning. BC-78 (Mancini) called for an additional engine from Montco. Sta. 15 due to the numerous reports of the fire and it's size. Upon arrival, E-29 (Tumelty) went in service with a 2 inch handline to begin extinguishment. BC-29 (Harvey), UT-78 (Lt. Groman) and L-29 (Hessler, Sr.) arrived on scene and all hands were in service. Montco. E-15, SD-15, R-15 and C-15 (Flanagan) also responded to assist. All units were available at 1335 hrs.
Residential Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Knocks Down Fire
February 26, 2009
The Warrington Fire Co. was dispatched at 18:45 to the 1300 Block of Palomino Drive for a report of a fire in a second floor bedroom. C29 (Bean) arrived on scene and confirmed a smoke condition on the second floor. C29 set up Warrington Command at this time. E29 (Lt. Campbell) arrived on scene and stretched a line to the second floor while investigating. SQ93 arrived on scene and pulled a backup line from the engine. After investigating, it was determined to be a small fire in the bedroom was extinguished by a residential sprinkler system. L29 (Hessler Sr.) arrived on scene to assist with water damage prevention. E78 arrived on scene proving manpower and lighting. Also on scene Chief 93 as interior operations, FM275 & FM275-1 are investigating the cause.
Warrington Residents who have questions about their residential automatic fire sprinkler system are encouraged to contact the Warrington Township Fire Marshals Office during normal business hours. (215)997-7501 or by Clicking Here for the Code Enforcement web page.
Auto Rescue at Bristol & Stump
At 0721 hrs, Rescue-Box 78-55 was dispatched for a report of a two vehicle traffic accident with one vehicle on it's side. Chief 29 (Bean) arrived on scene confirming the intial report, also advising the vehicle on its side was off the roadway slightly down and embankment along Bristol Rd. Upon crews arrival, 1 victim was walking wounded and there was 1 patient still trapped inside the vehicle. E-78 (Lt. Groman) was instructed to stabilize the vehicle, L-29 (Lt. Campbell) and R-34 (Lt. Marino) were instructed to prepare for a roof removal. It was determined the patients injuries were non-life threatening and she was removed through the sun roof on a backboard per medic 134's request. Other units responding were Deputy 29 (Fuchs), Batt. 78 (Mancini), Deputy 34 (McGuire) and Batt. 74 (Schea).
2009 Officers Sworn In
January 27th, 2009
The officers for the 2009 year were sworn in by District Justice Robert Schnell at the Warrington Township Building. Family and friends were present to witness the event. The new officers can be found by clicking on the "officers" tab above. This article also appeared in the Intelligencer, see by by clicking here .
Photos by Larry Browne (click on thumbnails to open full size pictures)
Crews Extinguish Fully Involved Vehicle
January 26th, 2009
Dispatched @ 1800 hrs for a report of a vehicle on fire at the interesection of 611 and Slate Ct. Crews arrived to find a fully involved vehicle with no expsures. Crews quickly extinguished the vehicle and were available from the scene.
Photos by BC78 - J. Mancini (click on thumbnails to open full size pictures)
Rescue Lieutenant P. Martin Reviews Vehicle Rescue
January 22nd, 2009
Tuesday nights drill was a review of vehicle rescue and all of the tools involved. One vehicle was used to demonstrate and practice stabilizing the vehicle on its side, removing the roof, pulling the steering wheel, and pushing the dash. Thank you to Lieutenant Martin for setting up and arranging the night.
Photos by BC78 - J. Mancini (click on thumbnails to open full size pictures)
Crew In Station On Accident Out Front 29 House
January 20th, 2009
Tuesday January 20th at 1442 hrs, E-29 (Lt. Campbell) and Batt. 78 (Mancini) responded to a 2 car crash in front of Station 29 at Rt. 611 & Freedoms Way. On arrival one male was injured and still inside his vehicle, but not entrapped. After the hazards were secured, the crew assisted Squad 129 with packaging the patient. Co.s were back in service at 1512.
Photos by BC78 - J. Mancini (click on thumbnails to open full size pictures)
