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Rescue Box 29-24

February 1, 2010

At 1011 Hrs, Rescue Box 29-24 was dispatched for the auto extrication. R29 (D29 Fuchs) arrived on scene with a 3 vehicle accident, 1 on its side and 1 with a driver and passenger entrapped. Crews inservice with stabilization, passenger side door removal and front end displacement. C29 Bean arrived and set up command. E29 (FM Greenberg) arrived on scene to provide fire protection, E78 (FF Butterworth) arrived and provided manpower. Extrication complete at 1022 Hrs. Multiple victims transported to AMH by M129, M122 and M352.

Rescue Box 29-4

January 19, 2010

At 0633 Hrs, Rescue Box 29-4 was dispatched for a multi-vehicle accident with entrapment in the area of 2365 County Line Rd. C29 Bean on scene with a 7 vehicle accident, 1 overturned and 1 with an unconscious victim. The victim was a rapid out by medics and pronounced dead on the scene. R29 (D29 Fuchs) arrived and secured hazards while providing lighing for the PD investigation. Montco Sq15 provided lighting on the opposite side of the wreck to assist PD.

Tactical Box 78-11 - Dwelling Under Construction

January 6, 2010

At 2310 HRS the Warrington Township Fire Co was dispatched to the area of UpperState Rd and Blackburn ct for the Dwelling fire. C-34 arrived on the scene and reported a well involved dwelling under construction at 3772 Blackburn CT. C-29 (Bean) arrived on the scene and assumed comand and placed Ladder 74 inservice with their ladder pipe. Eng-29 (Hochmuth) and Ladder 29 (Matthews) were put to work with a ground montor. The assigment was held to Eng-29,Ladders 29 & 74 and Rescue 19. FM275 office was on the scene with the investigation. Under Control time 23:46 HRS

Rescue Box 79-39

January 1, 2010

At 17:42 1/1/10 Rescue Box 79-39 was struck bring Engine 79 and Rescue 29 and Medic 125. Rescue 29 was added due to Rescue 19 being assigned to a fire in 49�s area. Rescue 29 (Capt Martin) responded with Battalion 29 (Harvey). Crews were advised of several calls received by BCRR of a vehicle torn apart in the north bound lanes of 611 with the driver heavily entrapped. Chief 19 arrived with Medic 125 and found a small convertible in the center of the road after striking a concrete pillar with heavy front end and passenger side damage. There was no extrication needed. Rescue 29 arrived and stabilized the vehicle and assisted Medic 125 with Pt care. Engine 19 and 79 provided hazard control. Units on scene Chief 19, Engine 19, Engine 79, Rescue 29, Battalion 29, Medic 125, (BLS) 1253, Chief and Deputy 125.

MVA- Local 29-26

December 11, 2009

E29 (DC29 Fuchs) responded for an accident with fire at 1837 hrs. E29 on scene with a 2 vehicle traffic accident with airbag deployment, and no fire. E29 secured hazards.

Apartment Fire- Box 29-20

December 10, 2009

At 1058 hrs, Box 29-20 was dispatched for a reported apartment fire at the Hampton Greene Condo Association. E29 (FF Sandler) and BC29 Harvey on scene with heavy fire conditions on the 2nd floor of a 2 story, M/F/D. BC29 established Warrington Command and struck the 2nd alarm as the crew from E29 made an aggressive interior attack with a 2 1/2" handline. Montco L15 on scene with roof operations. Squirt 93 and L90 on scene to assist. DC93 Mullelly assigned to the roof sector, DC29 Fuchs assigned operations. Crews were temporarily evacuated after a partial roof collapse, an interior attack resumed after PAR was completed. CP800 was added for command assist. Safety 95 Marshall on scene as safety sector command, R2 assigned as the A/B RIT and Montco Sq18 assigned as the C/D RIT. FM 275 on scene for the investigation. Multiple units from Bucks and Montgomery Counties on scene for manpower. 1 firefighter was transported to AMH for minor injuries and released.

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Truck Fire

December 9, 2009

At 1405 hrs, local box 29-50 was dispatched for a reported pick up truck on fire. E29 (DC Fuchs) arrived on scene with fire in the engine and passenger compartments. E29 in service with extinguishment.

Photos provided by BC Harvey

Dwelling fire- Tactical Box 78-07

December 9, 2009

At 0752 hrs this morning, Tactical box 78-07 was dispatched for a reported dwelling fire. DC29 Fuchs on scene of a 1 story S/F/D, smoke showing from the attic area. DC29 established Warrington Command and FM 275-2 Greenberg was assigned to the interior. Montco Sq18 and E29 (FF Sandler) arrived and placed 2 handlines in service, R29 (Capt 29 Martin) assigned to ventilation. E78, R19 and Montco L12 on scene for manpower. Fire placed under control at 0815 hrs and crews remained on scene assisting FM 275 until 0915 hrs.

Photos provided by Scott Ischinger

Member Holiday Party

December 6, 2009

Members gathered at the Knights of Columbus hall for our annual holiday party on Sunday. As members enjoyed the food provided by the Knights chef, the Top10 awards and member gifts were presented by Chief Bean. The children enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus as he handed out presents to all of the good boys and girls.

Chief Bean acknowledged our life members present- BC Chris Harvey, Robert Hershman, Rick Hessler, Gary Butterworth, and Ben Grove.

Chief Bean welcomed new members this year- FF Sean Marshall, FF Eric Woodring,
FF's Paul and Stephen Lebiedzinski, FF Justin Moyer, FF Erin Mcneeley and Congrats to FF Gary butterworth for his return to firefighting.

Congratulations to FF Chris Roth on his engagement to Amy Orth!!

First place of the Top 10 awards-- Dave Lucaks with 56% of the runs for the year

Annual Tree Lighting

December 5, 2009

On this cold, snowy Saturday night in December our fire company hosted its annual tree lighting ceremony. The event was kicked off next to our new evergreen tree as Chief Bean thanked our township residents for their continued support. Rev. Stephen Paolino from the St. Robert Ballarmine Parish then offered a few words of praise. D29 and E78 then arrived escorting Santa and Mrs. Claus to the tree, where Santa then illuminated the tree with his magical powers. The Central Bucks H.S. girls choir serenaded the crowd as the ladies auxiliary handed out food and drink provided by Sopranos pizza, Warrington Pizza and Panera Bread. Children of all ages sat on Santa's lap requesting their loads of goodies for Christmas.

The event hosted a toy drive supporting the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, and many toys were collected in support of this program. A food drive also took place this evening, and a total of 164 lbs of food was collected in support of this program.
Thank you to all of the members and citizens who supported these efforts!

December 1, 2009 Runs

Dwelling

Rescue 29 dispatched on Tactical Box 66-09 at 0021 hrs for a reported Dwelling fire. 76 PD on scene with heavy smoke showing from the garage area of a 2 story SFD, all occupants evacuated. First arriving officers reporting heavy smoke from the dwelling, fire knocked by PD on scene. Engine 29 added to assist and later returned. Crew members from Rescue 29 assisted with overhaul in the garage as T66 members completed extinguishment, while other crew members performed ventilation of the dwelling. 1 occupant treated for minor burns to the hand by EMS on scene. All WTFC units returned within 30 minutes.

AFA

Engine 29 responds for AFA at BJ's wholesale club at 1753 hrs.

Dwelling

Tactical Box 29-44 dispatched at 1917 hrs for a reported dwelling fire. B29 on scene reporting smoldering rubbish in the garage and the assignment was held to E29.

Building--RIT Assignment & AFA

Rescue 29 responds to the Mcdonalds on Bethlehem Pk in Horsham Twp for a RIT assignment at 1958 hrs while E29 and L29 run another AFA dispatched at 2003 hrs. All units returned by 2045 hrs.

Dwelling-Wires In

Tactical Box 29-17 dispatched at 2051 hrs for reported wires burning in the dwelling. D29 along with crews from E29 and L29 investigated a light haze throughout the dwelling before determining that the stove was on with an empty pot on the burner.

99 Restaurant Raises $7200

November 19, 2009

The 99 Restaurant hosted the closing ceremony of the their fundraiser that supported our fire department. For a month and a half the restaurant donated 1% of its sales, held silent auctions, hosted bingo events, and held misc other events to raise money. The restaurant raised a total of $7200 and then presented the check to the members of the fire department on November 19 during a closing night ceremony. In addition to raising the money, the staff of 99 and the members of the fire department created great friendships!

The officers and members of the Warrington Township Fire Company thank the 99 Restaurant staff and organization for their support of local township organizations.

R.I.P. Officer Timothy Bennett 75 PD

It is with deep regret and sadness that the officers of the Warrington Twp PD announce the sudden and unexpected loss of our brother, Officer Timothy Bennett. Tim was a 19 year veteran of the police department and is survived by his wife Cathy and 5 year old son Ian.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the First United Methodist Church, 501 W. Market Street, Perkasie, PA.

The viewing will be on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 7:00-9:00 pm at the Bernard Suess Funeral Home, 606 Arch St, Perkasie PA 18944 or Wednesday morning from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM at the Church. The Bucks Co. Fraternal Order of Police will be holding a memorial ceremony at the funeral home beginning at 7:30 pm on Tuesday.

Interment will be in St. Stephen�s United Church of Christ Cemetery in Perkasie.

Please keep Officer Bennett and his family in your prayers tonight during your shift.

On October 26, 2009, members, friends and families gathered at the 99 Restaurant for this special fundraising event. Members partcipated in a wing eating contest and a hot fudge sundae eating contest to raise money for the fire company. Local businesses supported the event by offering items for raffle giveaways. Over $1,500 was raised during this evening and the monies raised will be included in the overall fundraising donation made by the 99 Restaraunt on November 19, 2009.

The officers and members of the Warrington Fire Company No. 1 would like to thank the staff from the Ninety-Nine Restaurant for there efforts during this special fund-raising event and for there participation in fire safety.

Wing eating champion and fire company president, Sal Azzara eats 48 HOT wings in 15 minutes. Sal was 1 wing off from beating the restauraunts reigning champion.

The rest of the Warrington Firefighter challengers: Chief Mike Bean, Paul Martin, Mike Tumelty, Sean Marshall, Sal Azzara, Deputy Chief Joe Fuchs

Hot fudge sundae contest, President Sal Azzara and Deputy Chief Joe Fuchs force 5 scoops of ice cream after eating the hot wings in response to a challenge from an anonymous customer in the restaurant. This generous customer donated $250 to the cause after the challenge was completed by Azzara and Fuchs.

More 99 Fundraiser Photos

Tactical Box 78-08 Outbuilding

October 26, 2009

At 1130 hrs on October 20, 2009, Tactical box 78-08 was dispatched for the report of an outbuilding fire. C29 (Bean) on location with a fully involved chicken coop, and the assignment was held to E29 (Lt. Campbell), Rescue 29 (Lt. Sandler) and E78. Crews inservice extinguishing the remainder of the chicken coop. FM275 on scene investigating the origin of this "fowl call".

2009 Fire Prevention Open House Bike Raffle and Pizza Party Winners

October 26, 2009

Lia Mancini (6) and Ben Pearse (3) were this years recipients of the "win a bike" challenge at this years fire company annual open house. Lia and Ben, along with almost 300 other children under 10 years old completed the required 4 fire safety stations at last weeks open house for a chance to win a bike. Chief Mike Bean along with members of the fire company and Target present the winners with their bike. Thanks to the Warrington Target Store for sponsoring this event.

This years winners of the "Win A Pizza Party" are:

Mill Creek Elementary School: Mrs. Simon's PM Kindergarten class

Titus Elementary School: Mr. Behling's 1st grade class

Barclay Elementary School: Mrs. Diebert's 1st grade class

St. Robert's Elementary School: Ms. Mealia's 2nd grade class.

These classes were the best represented from their school at this years fire company annual open house. Thanks to the Soprano's Pizzeria in Warrington for sponsoring this event.

Dwelling Fire 149 Union Street - Doylestown

October 26, 2009

On Friday October 23, 2009, Tactical Box 19-12 was dispatched at 0020 hrs for the dwelling fire. First arriving crews reported a working fire with fire on Side C. Chief 19 arrived and set up command. Rescue 29 (BC Harvey) added for RIT and Ladder 29 (Lt. Groman) added on the box upgrade. Crews arrived on scene and provided manpower. The fire was mostly contained to the exterior rear of the dwelling and the fire was quickly extinguished by first arriving crews. Warrington units cleared the scene by 0145 hrs.

2009 Fire Prevention Open House

October 11, 2009

On Sunday October 11, 2009, the fire company hosted the 2009 Annual Fire Prevention Open House. Activities included a moon bounce, CHIP ID, smoke house, firefighter demonstrations, medical helicopter, and many fire prevention stations for families. Stay tuned to see who the winners are for the Target Bike Giveaway and Sopranos Pizza Party! Thanks to the community for all of your support, it was one of our biggest turnouts. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

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Also see 2009 Fire Prevention in the Classrooms!

(Pictures by H. Gravelle)

3 Vehicle Crash at Easton Rd/Oakfield Dr

October 18, 2009

On Sunday at 1520 hrs, we were dispatched to an auto extrication at Easton/Oakfield. Reported to be a 3 vehicle accident with one victim trapped. Upon arrival by M-129, they determined no need for an extrication but requested FD proceed in to assist as they had a victim in cardiac arrest inside the vehicle. C29 (Bean) and DC29 (Fuchs) assited the medic with patient removal and care. Also on scene were BC78 (Mancini), R-29 (FF Woodring) and Squad 78 (FF D. Matthews).

Assist to Doylestown for Auto Extrication

October 17, 2009

On Saturday, R-29 (DC Fuchs) was dispatched at 1816 hrs on Rescue box 79-37 to assist with an auto extrication. C19 (Loux) and BC79 (Kreuter) were out on the NB on ramp of the 611 Bypass at Rt. 202 with a one vehicle accident into a tree. C19 (Loux) reported heavy entrapment and requested a second rescue (R-29). Due to the heavy intrusion of the tree into the vehicle and the extent of damage to the vehicle in general, it was an extensive rescue operation. With crews working together, the victim was removed from the vehicle and flown via helicopter to a near by trauma center.

Busy couple of Days for the Warrington Volunteers

October 9, 2009

On October 8, 2009 at 1558 hrs, Rescue Box 29-27 was dispatched for a rollover accident with entrapment. Rescue 29 (Lt. Campbell) arrived on scene with a 3 vehicle accident, one on its side and with one entrapped. Crews in-service with junk yard dogs and windshield removal, and then with patient packaging. Occupant removed through the rear hatch to the care of M129. Engine 78 (FF Tumelty) on scene to control hazards. Engine 93 (Chief Velton) added for manpower.

On October 9, 2009 at 0713 hrs, Rescue Box 78-12 was dispatched for an auto accident with entrapment. BC-78 (Mancini) arrived on scene with a two vehicle accident, one off the roadway and with one entrapped. Vehicle with intrusion on the drivers side and the passenger side was up against a tree. Engine 78 (FF Lukacs) on scene to stabilize the vehicle and control hazards, Rescue 29 (FF Hochmuth) in-service with the drivers side door removal and patient removal to the care of M129.

And only a couple of hours later at 0931 hrs, Local Box 29-31 was dispatched for a traffic accident with fire. DC-29 (Fuchs) on scene with a single vehicle rollover accident with smoke from the airbag deployment. Occupant removed prior to FD arrival by bystanders on scene. Engine 29 (Lt. Sandler) on scene to control hazards.