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Muddy Angels EMS Bike Ride
May 1, 2011
The bicycle group Muddy Angels once again stopped here for a break before continuing on to Gettysburg.
Easter Egg Hunt
BFD Station
April 17, 2011
BFD held their annual Easter egg hunt which was well attended
Joint Training with GFD
Adams Electric
March 8, 2011
BFD and GFD held a joint training at Adams Electric on power line safety
MVA in front of church
10 Block of Hanover St
January 20, 2011
Dispatched for a 3 vehicle crash. Chief 19 arrived on the scene to find a vehicle had drove off the roadway and struck a parked car that then struck another parked car. Held to CO19 units. 19A treated and released patient to PSP-Gettysburg
Standby
Gettysburg Square
December 31, 2010
EQ19 and 19A stood by in the square of Gettysburg for the New Years Eve festivities and fireworks
Working structure assignment
Soy Energy Products
December 11, 2010
The Engine Tanker was alerted to assist on the working structure fire at Soy Energy Products at 14:20 hours. The ET with a crew of 4 responded within 3 minutes to assist and was assigned to water supply and the crew was assigned to suppression. Multiple alarms were struck, and the box was placed available at 23:10 hours.
MVA in the Township
Whitehall Road
December 9, 2010
Bonneauville and Littlestown Departments were dispatched at 08:25 hours for a MVA at the Borough Line. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived within 2 minutes to find a passenger car that had struck the rear of a Sanitation truck with a occupant riding on the rear of the truck. Ambulance 19A arrived within 3 minutes to treat the patient from the rear of the truck, as the driver of the car refused patient care. Due to the mechanism of injury, it was decided to transport the patient by ground to York Hospital. Units on scene included 19A, Engine Rescue 19, and Medic 52.The box was placed in service within 30 minutes.
Multiple Structures well off
Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg
December 1, 2010
A box alarm was struck at 03:37 hours for multiple buildings reported on fire. Captain 9 (Dutrow) arrived on scene within 1 minute of dispatch and advised the Com Center that he had 4 buildings involved, with possible occupants trapped. Chief 1 (Baldwin) arrived within 2 minutes and established Chambersburg Street command and requested the 2nd alarm. The crew from Engine Tanker 19 took a position on side C in the alley to the rear and deployed a 200 foot attack line, along with a leader line to a gated wye, with 2 each additional 200 foot lines to Division 2, side C of the multiple story apartment building. No occupants were trapped, and a 3rd and 4th alarm assignment were struck before the fire was marked under control, and the box was placed available at 08:45 hours. Gettysburg Fire Department units remained on scene for over 24 hours helping the PSP Fire Marshal, along with agents from ATF, who also investigated.
Trick or Treat in the Borough
October 31, 2010
Apparatus staged at various locations in the Borough to provide lighting and treats for the young at heart as they moved throughout town for Trick or Treat. The crew from the ET helped decorate the Lieutenants house while we were in the neighborhood.
Box Alarm
Adams County Prison
October 26, 2010
Companies 1, 19 and 33 were alerted at 05:00 hours for a possible structure fire at the Prison. Reports from the Com Center advised that there was a fire in the laundry room. Chief 1 arrived first, followed by Engine Tanker 19 with a crew of 5. The crew from the ET stretched a 200 foot line into the dock area of the Prison along with the crew from Engine 1-1 and knocked the fire within 5 minutes. Units went available within 1 hour.
MVA off the roadway
Mount Pleasant Township
October 24, 2010
Company 19 and 29 units were alerted for a single vehicle MVA in the 4000 block of Hanover Road. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to find a single vehicle off the roadway into a pole, with no patient to be found. The Chief held the box to ambulance 19A and Engine Rescue 19 to investigate, and placed the box available after 20 minutes.
Working Structure Fire
4587 Chambersburg Road
October 22, 2010
The Engine Tanker was alerted to assist in box area 4-2 on the working structure fire. The ET with a crew of 4 responded within 2 minutes and provided water, while the crew worked on suppression and overhaul. The Engine Tanker returned after 4 hours on the scene.
Accident in the Township
Box 19-3, Hanover Road
October 16, 2010
Units were dispatched for a motor vehicle accident at 11:25, reported to be at the intersection of Hanover Road, and Storms Store Road. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to a corrected location in the 3000 block of Hanover Road and reported a 2 vehicle MVA, with 1 class 2 patient. The crew from Engine Rescue 19, and Ambulance 19A packaged the patient for transport to Hanover Hospital, and the box was available at 11:48.
Car Fire, U.S 15 NB
U. S. Route 15
October 12, 2010
The box was struck at 05:50 for a vehicle fire on US 15, in the northbound lane between Hanover Road and Baltimore Pike. E1-1, ET19, R1, and ambulance 1A responded to find a single vehicle off the roadway, well involved. Responding units secured the northbound lanes, and the fire was under control within 10 minutes. Units returned at 06:17.
Haybale fire on National Park Land
Box 1-5, 1101 buford Avenue
September 27, 2010
As a result of several large storms passing through the area, Gettysburg, Bonneauville, Cashtown, Biglerville, and Arendtsville Fire Departments were dispatched for a large hay bale fire on National Park Service land. Chief 1 (Baldwin) arrived to find over 150 large bales involved. Units remained on scene for over 3 hours, and returned to service at 21:01 hours.
ACVESA Memorial
Oak Lawn
September 26, 2010
The Adams County Volunteer Emergency Services Association held its annual Memorial Service at Oak Lawn today under beautiful skies. 15 Departments had apparatus on site for the program. Engine Rescue 19 and crew attended again this year.
Mount Joy Township Open House
September 18, 2010
The 4 all volunteer Fire Departments that serve Mount Joy Township participated at the Township open house and provided information and tours of the apparatus for the Township citizens. Alpha, Barlow, Bonneauville, and Gettysburg Fire Department were on hand to help promote fire safety and provide the Township with an opportunity to see a small part of the valuable services that the 4 Fire Department provide on a daily basis.
EQ returns to Service with Upgrades
September 17, 2010
The Engine Rescue returned to service today from Pennsylvania Fire Apparatus with some new features. The front bumper was replaced with a larger bumper to allow for a pre connected Hurst combination tool, and chevroned. This gives us 3 pre-connected Hurst tools on the Engine Rescue. The lighting was upgraded and additional portable scene lighting installed, including brow lights, and tripod lighting. A pre-connected TFT blitz fire was added, along with larger heavy truck composite step chalks. The Front bumper of the Engine Tanker was Chevroned to match also.
Wyndham Hotel
Box 1-8-30, 95 Presidential Circle
September 13, 2010
Units were dispatched to the Wyndham Hotel for a reported structure fire. Chief 1 (Baldwin) arrived to find an extinguished fire in the laundry room, with heavy smoke conditions on all floors. Engine Tanker 19 was assigned to the Bravo side and told to stand by at the hydrant and send its manpower to Side B. Units cleared within 30 minutes.
Cumberland County Covention
Carlisle Fire Rescue
September 11, 2010
The Engine Tanker and Brush traveled up to Carlisle today to participate in the Cumberland County Volunteer Firefighters Association convention parade. The Bonneauville Fire Department would like to congratulate Dale Myers on his election to President of the CCVFA. The Engine Tanker and Brush both received first place awards for out of County Engine Tanker, and Out of County Brush.
Attention EMS members and Line Officers
August 17, 2010
Career EMS Supervisor Joey Temerantz made some changes on the ambulance resulting in a new rescue compartment in the ambulance. All members should make themselves aware of these changes and refresh themselves on the location of the equipment. The Hurst LKE55, 2 MSA Scba's, the window kit, tool box , and other equipment have been moved to this compartment.
Truck fire in the Borough
East Hanover Street
August 13, 2010
The Engine Tanker was dispatched to a reported dump truck with its brakes on fire shortly after noon. The ET and a crew of 5 responded and found a loaded dump truck with a rear brake fire. The crew extinguished the fire and returned to duty within 15 minutes.
2nd in on Working fire
Chesapeake Heights Mobile Home Park
August 13, 2010
18:24 hours. The Engine Tanker with a crew of 4 was 2nd in on a working fire in the 33 box. The ET arrived and supplied Engine 14-1 and the crew was assigned to RIT. After a quick knock down, it was determined to be a suspicious fire and Command 33 (D/C Poist) had the PSP Fire Marshal dispatched to the scene. Units working included E14-1, ET19, E33-1, TK33, 33A,R33, and E29-1. Units cleared within 3 hours of dispatch.
Truck and Trailer off in the Township
Granite Station Road
August 11, 2010
Bonneauville, Gettysburg and SAVES units were dispatched for a reported well involved truck and trailer fire next to a barn. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to confirm dispatch and request 2 additional tankers due to the proximity to the barn. The construction trailer was still attached to a 4WD pickup, with another truck on the trailer fully involved at the Chiefs arrival. Engine Tanker 19 was instructed to pull two 1 3/4 inch lines at arrival. Engine Tanker 29 arrived and stretched a 3rd line to the involved truck, while the crew from Engine 1-1 helped with suppression. All units returned within 1 hour.
One Step Closer
1A1 in the station
August 9, 2010
Thanks to Chief Allen Baldwin, and the officers and members of the Gettysburg Fire Department for providing us the use of their Ambulance 1A1 while our Ambulance 19A is at the Ford dealer for a warranty issue. Many thanks to our neighbors for their act of kindness and showing what we can accomplish by working together.
Video shoot at the station and Borough
August 2, 2010
VFIS and a crew from JPL Productions visited the station today to film parts of a new training video from VFIS coming in the winter of 2010. The production crew shot video and still shots at the station, and various locations around town, using both the Engine Tanker, and Ambulance, along with several of our volunteers and staff. The new video will address backing procedures, and traffic obstructions for the Emergency Services. The crew moved to New Oxford on Tuesday to film with the volunteers and staff at United Hook and Ladder.
6th Fire call for the day
Cedarfield Drive
August 1, 2010
After a long and busy Sunday, the Department was alerted for our 6th call of the day, on Cedarfield Drive, for an automatic alarm. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to find a malfunctioning smoke detector and had the crew from the Engine Tanker make a sweep of the home with the TIC. Finding nothing, and after speaking with the homeowner, the box went available and the ET and ambulance returned after 20 minutes.
EQ finds MVA enroute to another call
Granite Station Road
August 1, 2010
While the EQ was responding to the MVA with United Hook and Ladder, they came upon an unreported MVA on Granite Station Road that was partially blocking the highway. After stopping to check the lone occupant, the EQ proceeded to the original call after notifying the 911 center of the incident. After being released on the Rt. 30 MVA, the EQ returned to Granite Station Road, along with ambulance 1A1 to check for hazards and obtain a patient sign-off.
Mutual Aid Brush Fire on US Rt 15
US Rt 15 at Mile Marker 4.4
August 1, 2010
The brush truck was dispatched to assist Barlow FD on a large multiple location brush fire on US RT 15. B19 was assigned to the Ridge Road sector and worked the fence area along the roadway with the bumper sweeps and booster line. Engine Tanker 19 was alerted to assist with water supply and arrived to supply multiple brush units operating on the scene. Departments on scene included Barlow, Greenmount, Gettysburg, Bonneauville, Harney, and Emmittsburg.
MVA with United
3370 York Road
August 1, 2010
The Engine Rescue was dispatched to assist United Hook and Ladder on a MVA with entrapment. The crew from United performed a door pop and the patient was transported by ground to a local hospital. The EQ cleared within 10 minutes.
EMT Class
July 27, 2010
The Engine Rescue and Ambulance helped with the rescue scenario for the current EMT day class being held. Thanks to Instructor Julie Baldwin for the invite, and the crew from Gettysburg FD for their assistance.
Structure box in the Township
3064 Baltimore Pike
July 26, 2010
Units were dispatched at 14:32 hours for a possible structure fire. The Engine Tanker responded with 4 in 3 minutes and arrived to find a 2-1/2 story wood frame home with normal exterior conditions. Upon entry the crew from ET19 found food on the stove as E22-2 arrived. Lt.22 held the box to E22-2, ET19, and ambulance 1A, and placed all else in service. The crews vented the home with PPV, and checked the kitchen with a Thermal Imagining camera, before Lt.22 placed the box available at 17:03 hours.
MVA from the transfer
Cumberland Township
July 2, 2010
The Engine Rescue with a crew of 6 transferred to the Gettysburg Fire Departments carnival grounds while the members of Gettysburg worked their annual carnival.At 21:35 hours the crew was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in box 1-5, on the Mummasburg Road,in the area of the Peace Light. Engine Rescue 19 arrived to find a 2 vehicle mva with all occupants out of their vehicles. The crew started initial EMS and vehicle stabilization and fluid control while helping the crew of 1A with patient care and transport. All units cleared within 15 minutes. units on scene included Engine Rescue 19, 1A, Duty 1, and Engine 23-1 (also on the transfer)
Structure Fire
Hanover Road
July 2, 2010
Gettysburg, Bonneauville and Barlow Fire Departments were dispatched to a structure fire, box 1-9, at 14:01 hours. Engine Tanker 19 arrived second in and supplied Engine 1-1 while the crew from Truck 1 accessed the roof of the home. The crew of Engine Rescue 19 staged the Engine and supplied the manpower pool until all units were released at 14:49 hours. Units on scene included E1-1, TK-1, ET19, EQ19, and 1A.
Vehicle fire in Mount Joy Township
Baltimore Pike
July 1, 2010
Barlow, Bonneauville and Gettysburg Fire Departments were dispatched to a vehicle, well involved, at a commercial salvage yard located in Mount Joy Township at 13:21 hours. Engine Tanker 19 with a crew of 4 arrived first in and stretched a 1 3/4 line to the vehicle and was supplied by Gettysburg Engine 1-1. Units cleared at 13:48 hours, and included R22, ET19,E1-1, and ambulance 1A.
Big Water Training
ACVESA Training Center
June 5, 2010
Multiple Departments from Adams and Carroll County Maryland participated in a 2 day Big Water seminar at the County Training Facility. Saturday was spent with classroom activities, and Sunday was the practical application of the class. Engine Tanker 19 participated with a crew of 4 and was the designated supply unit for the 2 hour exercise. A total of 5 Folding Tanks were used in the exercise, and multiple Tankers and Engines were used for the water shuttle.
2009 Awards
March 13, 2010
Chiefs Award: Holly Barnes and Devin Gebhart
Firefighter of the Year: Ashley Cutter and Mervin Herr
Rookie of the Year: Ted Petry
Raymond Weishaar Memorial Award: Former Chief Tony Martin
Presidents Award: Melissa Klosterman
Top EMS Responders: Mervin Herr, Wendell Herr, Keith Livelsberger, and Carl Snyder
Top Fire/Rescue Responders: Mervin Herr, Wendell Herr, Jerry Poland, and Ashley Cutter
Municipal Representatives: Borough Council President Michael Erickson, and Mayor Sharlene Erickson
Annual Appreciation Dinner
March 13, 2010
The members of the Bonneauville Fire Department along with our invited guests enjoyed a night of Brotherhood and entertainment at our annual Appreciation Dinner. Many members and Municipal officials were honored for their accomplishments in 2009.
Upgrades to the Engine Tanker
March 8, 2010
The Engine Tanker returned from Pennsylvania Fire Apparatus after some upgrades were made. The area above the Drivers side compartment area was closed in for additional foam storage and scene lighting was reconfigured. A brow light was added to the front and deep wells were added to both sides on the ET at the pump. The Engine Tanker now carries 110 gallons of Universal Gold and 15 gallons of Class A Foam. Thanks to Jere Lady and his staff for the excellent work, next up is the Engine Rescue for a new extended and covered front bumper with Hurst tool attached.
ACVESA Firefighters Ball
Hotel Gettysburg
February 27, 2010
Members attended the ACVESA 11th annual Firefighters Ball with the Borough Council President and Mayor as our guests. The annual Firefighters Ball helps raise money for the ACVESA training center and helps provide funding for additional resources for all Adams County Fire and EMS personnel.
Structure box in the Township
25 Harvest Drive
February 26, 2010
The box was dropped at 07:50 hours for a possible structure fire, reported to be in the chimney, at 25 Harvest Drive, in Mount Pleasant Township. Having just returned from a wires down call in the Borough, the crew was still at the station and the Engine Tanker and Ambulance responded within 1 minute. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived ahead of the Engine Tanker and reported a 2 story home with normal conditions. The homeowner advised that she had burned some paper in the woodstove earlier and was concerned that her chimney fire had extended into her 2nd story. The Chief had the crew from the ET lay in from the hydrant and ladder the house. The interior crew removed the debris from the woodstove, clear the 2nd floor with the TIC, and cleaned the firebox. Upon examination of the chimney, no fire was found and the box went available at 08:37 hours. Units on scene included ET19, 19A, Truck 1, ET29, and Rescue 33. Photos courtesy of 911 Photography.
On its roof in the Township
3000 Block of Hanover Road
February 15, 2010
Bonneauville and SAVES apparatus were dispatched at 21:15 hours for a vehicle accident with reports of the vehicle on its roof off the roadway. Bonneauville ambulance 19A and the Engine Rescue, with Assistant Chief Livelsberger in the seat arrived to find the lone occupant out of the vehicle, and held the box to 19A, Engine Rescue 19 and Medic 28. 19A transported to Gettysburg Hospital class 3, and units cleared at 21:34 hours.
Time to clear the snow.
Snow removal at the station
February 13, 2010
After the 2nd winter storm in 5 days, members worked to clear the parking lots of snow. Thanks to all who worked tirelessly to make this happen.
Barn Fire in the Township
200 Talls Oaks Road
January 29, 2010
Structure box was alerted at 17:18 hours for a Payloader on fire in a structure. Chief 19 (Poland) marked on the air and advised County 911 of a large thermal column from 2 miles out and requested Truck 1 on the box. Upon arrival the Chief found 1 machinery/feed building involved with a 2nd livestock barn off. 5 additional tankers were added to the box due to water issues and the proximity of 2 other buildings. Multiple units worked the call with the last units returning at 22:48 hours. Hanover Hospital, and Biglerville Fire Department supplied heated trailers for rehab, along with the crews of 19A and 33A. Buchannan Valley Engine 27 covered our first due for us during the duration of the call.
Additional photos at 911 Photography.
Another Successful Shrimp and Chicken Dinner
January 23, 2010
Once again we held one of our famous Shrimp and Chicken dinners to a full house. Many thanks to all those who came out to volunteer their time to prepare and serve the dinner, and to all who helped support the Bonneauville Fire Department by attending. Many thanks to all.
Vehicle into the stream in the Township
700 Block of Kilpatrick Road
January 22, 2010
Units were dispatched at 21:37 hours for a single vehicle off the roadway on its side in a stream. Deputy Chief 19 (Herr) arrived within 2 minutes followed by Chief 19 (Poland) to find an unoccupied vehicle over a culvert. Confirming that the vehicle was in fact unoccupied for some time, the box was placed available at 21:52 hours. Units on scene included Engine Rescue 19 and Ambulance 19A. PSP was on scene and will continue to investigate.
AFA in the Township, box 19-6
2100 block of Hanover Road
January 22, 2010
Bonneauville and Gettysburg units were dispatched at 20:38 hours for an AFA at the Groft-Spangler farm, part of the National Park Service in East Cavalry Field. Chief 19 (Poland) marked on the air and was told by County 911 that the tenant called and reported a false trip. The Chief was in the area, and stopped at the location to confirm the false trip and placed the box available. Units dispatched included Engine Tanker 19, Engine 1-1 and Ambulance 19A. The box was available at 20:42 hours.
Well off load of Corona
Straban Township, US Route 15, Southbound
January 16, 2010
06;56 hours. Units were dispatched to a tractor trailer fire, reported well involved with the tractor detached from the load, on US Route 15 Southbound, at the Route 116 exit ramp. Engine-Tanker 19 arrived 2nd in and supplied Engine 1-1, and sent its manpower to the attack team under the direction of Gettysburg Fire Department Lt. Folster. The crew made the initial hit and then applied foam to the burning trailer and cargo, placing the box available within 1 hour. Gettysburg Fire Department Deputy Chief Shank had the command.
Structure box brings the Engine Rescue
189 Bittle Road
January 5, 2010
Bonneauville Fire Department assisted Littlestown Fire Department and multiple other Departments on a structure fire at 01:04 hours. The crew of the Engine Rescue was assigned to the manpower pool and assisted with ventilation, returning to service at 01:51 hours.
Smoke in the structure, Gettysburg Borough
217 Steinwehr Avenue
January 3, 2010
Gettysburg and Bonneauville Fire Departments were dispatched at 13:05 hours to a commercial building with smoke in the structure. The Engine Tanker was assigned to the rear of the structure and the crew laddered side B and assisted with ventilation and assisted Side C interior operations. The Engine Tanker returned to service at 14:15 hours.
MVA in the Township
Intersection of Centennial and Bon-Ox Road
January 1, 2010
Bonneauville and United units were dispatched for a vehicle accident at 21:12 hours reported involving multiple units. Deputy Chief 19 arrived to find a single vehicle accident with no injuries and held the box to Company 19 units for a sign off and fluid control. Units returned at 21:34 hours.
One off the roadway into the creek
892 Hickory Road
December 28, 2009
Units were dispatched for a single vehicle accident, with reports of the vehicle off the roadway, in the water, with possible entrapment. Engine Rescue 19 arrived within minutes to find the occupant confined to the vehicle but not under water, and units were held to Engine Rescue 19, ambulance 19A and Ambulance 20A. Units returned to service within 25 minutes.
Christmas day brings 2 runs for the Volunteers
December 25, 2009
Christmas morning started with a house fire at 35 Shirley Lane in Littlestown at 09:26 hours, and ended with a vehicle accident in Bonneauville Borough at 21:09 hours. The House fire resulted in minimum damage, and the vehicle accident resulted in no injuries, but the driver of the one vehicle did receive new bracelets for Christmas, courtsey of PSP.
MVA at the bridge out or service
Two Taverns Road, Box 19-1
December 23, 2009
The Engine Rescue and Ambulance responded to a single vehicle accident as a result of the bridge being out due to replacement. The Chief arrived to find a single occupant with no injuries, and held the box to Company 19 units. Units went available within 20 minutes.
MVA on U.S. 30
4191 York Road
December 23, 2009
The Engine Rescue with a crew of 6 and Ambulance 19A with a crew of 2 responded to assist United Hook and Ladder on an MVA on York Road, involving multiple vehicles. Units cleared the scene within 30 minutes of dispatch.
And then it SNOWED
December 19, 2009
Crews manned the station for all of Saturday and Saturday night as a result of the 20+ inches of snow.
Mutual Aid Garage fire
Littlestown Borough
December 17, 2009
The Engine Rescue was dispatched at 09:30 hours for the garage fire at 24 Diggs Court. The EQ responded in 4 minutes with a crew of 5, and was assigned to the Landing Zone for a burned subject as a result of the fire. The Engine Rescue assisted with the landing of Stat 13, and returned to service at 10:14 hours.
Dump truck into the Dentist office
Box 1-8-30, 2018 York road
December 7, 2009
Units were alerted at 12:44 hours for a structure box, reported multiple vehicle accident with a dump truck into a structure. Engine-Tanker 19 arrived 2nd behind Rescue 1 and found a passenger vehicle into a pole with confinement and a large Dump Truck into a Dentist Office. Command 1 (DC Knerr) had all units in SCBA and placed Lt.1 ( Wasylk) in charge of operations, as the crew from Rescue 33 performed a door pop on the passenger vehicle and crews from Rescue 1, Truck 1, and Engine-Tanker 19 went to work on the structure which had several services compromised, including an oxygen leak and natural gas leak.
Units worked with EMS on patient removal from the vehicles and building and worked to secure the hazards and stabilize the building. Engine-Tanker 19, Engine 1-1 and Rescue 1 laid 3000 feet of 5 inch supply line and established a water supply for operations in the event of a larger scale incident. Volunteers secured the scene and Command placed the box available at 15:06 hours. Units operating included Engine 1-1, Truck 1, Rescue 1, Engine-Tanker 19, Rescue 33, Engine 22-2, Tanker 6, Ambulances 1A, 1A1, 19A, 33A, and 33A1.
Off to Jail
MDA Jail-A-Thon
December 2, 2009
Bonneauville Fire Chief Jerry Poland, and Gettysburg Fire Department Assistant Chief Allen Baldwin were hauled off to jail today for a good cause. They were there to raise some bail money for MDA, and working together they successfully raised over $2000.00 in contributions for MDA. After a very comfortable ride to jail, and a few hours behind bars, they were released back into society.
Duty Night
November 28, 2009
Members spent Saturday night at the station for a duty night. Crews were assigned to the apparatus and enjoyed a delicious dinner and a movie after we completed some work around the station. The Engine Rescue covered in Gettysburg Borough from 6-8 pm while the Holiday parade worked through town, otherwise it was a quiet night. Thanks to all the volunteers who came out to complete some work around the station and enjoyed some brotherhood in the process.
Working structure assignment
825 Low Dutch Road
November 24, 2009
Units were dispatched at 14:39 hours for a possible structure fire in Box 19-6, Mount Pleasant Township. Chief 19 (Poland) marked on the air and was advised by the 911 center that they were receiving multiple calls on this, and it was reported to be a wood shop located to the rear of a detached residence. Chief 19 advised of a thermal column from 2 miles out and arrived to report a well off structure, and requested the first in Engine bring a 2 1/2 to side A of the fire building and a second line to the rear of the home to protect exposures. The fire was under control within minutes, but the garage suffered severe damage and 2 vintage John Deere tractors were lost in the fire. Units operating included, ET19, 19A, E1-1, R1, T33, E33-1 and ET29. The box went available at 16:24 hours.
Another Hanover Road MVA
Hanover and Low Dutch Road
November 10, 2009
Training night at the station became somewhat busier when we were dispatched for a 2 vehicle motor vehicle accident in box 19-6 at 19:12 hours. Both the Ambulance and Engine Rescue went responding within 2 minutes with Chief 19 (Poland) arriving prior in the duty ride. Chief 19 had the class 2 patient in the first vehicle attended to by ambulance 19A, while the 3 juveniles with minor or no injuries were assigned to Ambulance 1A. Engine Rescue 19 was assigned to vehicle stabilization and fluid mitigation of the first vehicle, while the crew of Rescue 1 handled the second vehicle.Chief 19 cleared the box at 19:55 hours.
Another Successful Shrimp and Chicken Dinner
November 7, 2009
Thanks to the over 250 citizens who showed up for another one of our popular shrimp and chicken dinners. Special thanks to our volunteers who work tirelessly to make these events a success. Our next dinner is scheduled for January 2010.
Gas leak in Gettysburg
221 South Washington Street
November 5, 2009
The Engine Tanker and crew responded with Gettysburg units to South Washington Street in Gettysburg Borough at 08:28 hours. Chief 1 (Kime) arrived to find 1 patient for transport and had Rescue 1 and ET19 check the structure for any signs of a gas leak and ventilation if necessary. Columbia Gas had a representative on the scene within minutes. Finding nothing, Chief 1 placed the box available at 08:56.
Mutual aide to Maryland
Harney Md.
November 4, 2009
The Engine Tanker was dispatched for a mutual aide assist with the working building fire in Harney at 00:07 hours. The Engine Tanker with a crew of 4 assisted at the scene until released at 03:23 hours.
Fatal MVA
1760 Shrivers Corner Road
November 4, 2009
Gettysburg and Bonneauville units were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident, reported to be head on, at 12:11 hours, in the 1-8 box. Gettysburg arriving units found a 2 vehicle MVA with 2 trauma patients. Deputy Chief 1 (Knerr) requested aeromedical to the scene. Engine Rescue 19 set up a landing zone for Maryland Trooper 3 in the field adjacent to the MVA. Trooper 3 transported 1 by air, as the 2nd trauma patient was a class 4 and the Adams County Coroner was notified. Deputy Chief 1 placed the box available at 13:00 hours.
Working House Fire
Hunterstown Road, Box 1-8
November 3, 2009
A structure box was alerted at 04:52 hours, for a reported vacant house fire, bringing units from Gettysburg, Bonneauville, United, Biglerville, and Irishtown Fire Departments. Chief 1 (Kime) arrived to find a working fire in the basement, and had the first in Engine stretch a line to side C of the structure, with additional lines to the interior. Firefighters found the fire had extended to the attic of the home through the open stairwell, and worked on multiple levels to bring the fire under control. This was the same location of a suspicious barn fire 3 years ago, and the property has been vacant for several years. Command 1 requested a second alarm tanker box bringing additional manpower and water to the scene. Departments operating at the scene, included Gettysburg, Bonneauville, United, Irishtown, Biglerville, Barlow, Alpha, Hampton, and SAVES. Command 1 placed the box available at 08:18 hours.
Smoke in the basement
372 West Water Street
November 1, 2009
Engine Tanker 19 was dispatched to assist Gettysburg Fire Department units on a call for smoke in the basement at 19:22 hours. Chief 1 arrived and held the box to E1-1, all else available. The Engine Tanker returned at 19:24 hours
House Fire, Box 20-3
60 Junipter Drive
November 1, 2009
The Structure box was alerted for a possible house fire at 16:38 hours, in Union Township. Both the Engine Tanker, and Engine Rescue went responding within minutes and were placed available prior to arrival by Command 20, who held the box to Alpha units, all else in service. Units on scene found a small exterior fire extinguished prior to their arrival by the homeowner. Bonneauville responding units were placed available at 16:50 hours.
Trick or Treat at Four Square Gospel Church
Gettysburg
November 1, 2009
The Engine Tanker provided lighting, fire prevention material and treats for the 3rd year at Four Square Gospel Church while they held their annual Trick or Treat for the children in the community. This program grows each year and provides a central location and safe place for fun and games for the young children and their families.
1st of 3 Box Alarms for the day
149 E. Middle Street, Gettysburg
November 1, 2009
Units were dispatched for a structure alarm at 01:49 hours, with Chief 1 (Kime) arriving to find an oven fire in the 2nd floor apartment. Chief Kime held the box to the responding units, including E1-1, ET19, R1, medic 28 and ambulance 1A for an injured subject. After extinguishment and ventilation all units returned at 02:53 hours.
BVR Training with the Engine Rescue
York Springs Fire Department
October 31, 2009
The Engine Rescue assisted the Instructors at the BVR class held at York Springs Fire Department from 08:00 to 16:00 hours on Saturday. 23 members of various County Fire Departments, including 2 from Bonneauville participated in the class. Engine Rescue 19 and Engine 9-2 were both available for the students and Instructors to use their resources.
Commercial Box Alarm
533 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg
October 28, 2009
Units were dispatched for a possible kitchen fire at 11:01 hours. Lt. 1 arrived and held the box to Engine 1-1, all else in service, for a fire now reported out. The Engine Tanker with a crew of 5 returned at 11:18 hours.
Trick or Treat in the Borough
Bonneauville Borough
October 25, 2009
Members again this year loaded up the apparatus and went to busy intersections in the Borough to provide lighting and some candy for the Trick or Treaters. Thanks to all the members who participated and provided candy for this event.
Pumps Class
Bonneauville Fire Dept.
October 25, 2009
Several members from Bonneauville, Hampton and Gettysburg Fire Departments finished Pumps 1 training at the station this weekend. Thanks to Empire-Friendship Fire Chief Matt Boyce, Pennsylvania State instructor for an outstanding job with the students.
Transfer to the 6 house with a MVA in the 7 box
October 23, 2009
Friday, 21:43 hours, Biglerville Borough. The Engine Tanker and crew of 4 transferred to the Biglerville Fire Department while they worked a house fire in the 5-7 box. While at Biglerville, the Engine Tanker assisted on an MVA in Bendersville Borough at 23:09 and cleared the accident at 23:35, and returned from Biglerville at 03:49 hours on Saturday.
Fatal in the Township
778 Centennial Road
October 19, 2009
Monday October 19th, 02:39 hours. The Engine Rescue, Ambulance, Rescue 33, and Medic 28 were dispatched to a single vehicle MVA reported with a car into a house with entrapment. Deputy Chief 19 (Herr) arrived within minutes to confirm dispatch and request aero medical. After the arrival of EMS, it was determined that the lone occupant of the vehicle was class 4 and the Adams County Coroner was called. After an initial crash investigation by PSP, the crews from Engine Rescue 19 and Rescue 33 worked for 20 minutes to remove the driver from the vehicle. The vehicle impact caused significant damage to both the exterior and interior of the home. All units cleared at 05:13 hours
MVA with ejection, Car vs. Dump Truck
Box 19-3 Hanover Road
October 5, 2009
At 06:44 hours, in box 19-3, Mount Pleasant Township, apparatus was dispatched for a MVA reported with ejection. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to find a car vs. dump truck with a single male laying in the roadway. The Chief requested aero medical and assigned first arriving ambulance 19A to the patient, while the Engine Rescue was assigned to the LZ for Lifelion coming out of Carlisle. Engine 29 arrived and was assigned stabilization and hazard control for the car, while ambulance 29A assessed the dump truck driver for any injuries. The single male was flown by Lifelion to York Trauma, and the dump truck driver was transported class 3 to Hanover Hospital. Units cleared at 08:51.
1 off the roadway in Box 19-5
Bon-Ox Road
October 4, 2009
Sunday at 08:14 hours, units were dispatched to a vehicle accident reported with 1 vehicle at 315 Bon-Ox Road, Mount Pleasant Township. The Chief, Ambulance and Engine Rescue all responded within 2 minutes with the Chief (Poland) arriving to find a single vehicle off the roadway on its wheels after an apparent rollover.The single female was transported to Gettysburg Hospital, class 3, and units cleared at 08:29 hours. Units dispatched included ambulance 19A, Engine Rescue 19, Rescue 33, 33A, and Medic 28. The Chief held the box to 19A, EQ19 and M28.
Transfer to Station 33-2
October 2, 2009
10:23 pm. The Engine Tanker with a crew of 4 transferred to Station 33-2 in Abbottstown while Engine 33-2 and Tanker 33 worked a house fire in York county.
911 Dedication Engine
October 1, 2009
The 911 Dedication Engine from the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department was in Gettysburg this evening before traveling down to Emittsburg for the NFFF Memorial on Sunday October 4th. This is a beautiful Engine and is dedicated to all firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the Line of duty. Thanks to Gettysburg Fire Chief Ken Kime for the invite to the station to see this amazing Engine.
Car vs. Truck on RT.30
Box 1-8-30
September 28, 2009
Gettysburg units were dispatched for a car vs. truck on RT.30, box 1-8-30 at 04:08 hours. Gettysburg arriving units found a car off the roadway with one seriously injured patient, and a tractor trailer load of soy well involved in fire. Command 1 (Chief Kime) requested additional water bringing Engine Tanker 19 to the scene with a crew of 4. Additional resources were called by Command 1 bringing Tanker 6, Engine 22-2, Engine 33-1, Engine 10-2, and Engine Tanker 14, along with the Adams County spill unit to the scene. The single patient from the car was flown to York Hospital. Straban Township EMA was also requested to the scene by Command 1. PennDot crews arrived to remove the unloaded soy from the roadway. Engine Tanker 19 cleared the scene at 06:16 hours.
ACVESA Memorial
September 27, 2009
The Engine Rescue and crew attended the annual ACVESA Memorial located at the County Training Facility. Over 100 members of the fire service and public attended the event as the ACVESA honors those members who have passed within the preceding year.
7 in 12 hours keep the Volunteers busy
September 27, 2009
Crews handled 7 calls within 12 hours on Sunday evening into early Monday morning, with 5 EMS calls and 2 Engine calls, including the Car vs. truck on Rt.30. It has been a busier than normal year, and we are on target to run 18% more calls this year, than last. Thanks to our volunteers for all your help.
Annual Golf Tournament
September 19, 2009
The Fire Department hosted our annual golf tournament today, and we had the fortune of beautiful weather and a great course. The Bonneauville Fire Department would like to thank all of our sponsors and players for a successful tournament, and we look forward to seeing you again next year.
Transfer to the 6th Cavalry
Biglerville
September 10, 2009
The Engine Rescue with a crew of 4 transferred to Biglerville Fire Department to cover during their annual Fall Bash.
Lador Day Nusiance call
West Hanover Street, Bonneauville Boro
September 7, 2009
Chief 19 was notified of several calls of a uncontrolled burn at the rear of 47 W. Hanover Street, and asked to investigate by the 911 center. Upon arrival Chief 19 found a small unattended burn and requested the Engine Tanker for a non emergency response. The crew extinguished the fire and returned within 25 minutes of dispatch.
Another Hanover Road MVA
2000 Block of Hanover Road
August 25, 2009
Units were again dispatched for a 2 vehicle MVA in the 2000 Block of Hanover Road for 2 vehicles, with the roadway blocked. Chief 19 arrived to find 2 vehicles occupied X1 with both patients class 3. The Chief held the box to ambulances 19a, 1A, and Rescue 1 and Engine Rescue 19 for hazard control.Units cleared within 45 minutes.
MVA Box 19-3
Hanover Road
August 21, 2009
Companies 19 and 29 were dispatched for a motor vehicle accident involving 2 vehicles at 14:30 hours in the 3000 block of Hanover Road. Ambulance 19A arrived first and held the box to 19A and Engine Rescue 19 for 2 minor injuries and some hazard mitigation. All units returned within 30 minutes.
MVA Box 19-6
2000 Block of Hanover Road
August 21, 2009
Units were dispatched for a 2 vehicle MVA. Chief 19 arrived on scene to find 2 vehicles off the roadway with minor injuries. The Chief held the box to ambulances 19A and 1A, and the Engine Rescue for hazards. All units returned within 30 minutes
MVA Box 1-9
August 9, 2009
The Ambulance and Engine Rescue were dispatched to assist Gettysburg Fire Department on an MVA with entrapment, box 1-9, Straban Township, in the 1200 Block of the Hanover Road. Gettysburg units arrived to find a 2 vehicle MVA with entrapment and confinement, with both vehicles off the roadway. The Ambulance arrived to assist with patient care of the two class 1 patients, and one class 3 patient, while the EQ pulled off 1 of its Hurst power units and combo tool to assist with extrication, and establish a landing zone for Stat Medivac. Command 1 placed the box available after 1 hour on the scene.
MVA in the 19-2 Box
900 block of Whitehall Road, Mount Pleasant Township
July 26, 2009
While cleaning up from the Chicken BBQ, we were notified of an MVA on the Whitehall Road by a member who passed the scene. Chief 19 ( Poland) headed out prior to dispatch and arrived on scene at dispatch to find a single vehicle off the roadway, with one class 2 patient. The Chief held the box to 19A, M28, and the Engine Rescue to mitigate hazards. Units cleared the scene within 30 minutes.
Chicken BBQ
July 26, 2009
The members worked on our first Chicken BBQ at the station which turned out to be a great success. We plan on making this an annual event with a larger event planned for next year to include a car show and flea market. Thanks to those who came up at 6am to get the coals started and prep the chicken. Special Thanks to Donnie McMaster at the CWV for all his help.
MVA in the Barlow Box
July 26, 2009
uly 26th, 01:31 hours. The Engine Rescue and Ambulance were dispatched to box 22-3, Mount Joy Township, at the intersection of Route 97 and Hoffman Home Road for an MVA reported with entrapment. The Ambulance arrived on scene within 5 minutes and confirmed dispatch, with the EQ just behind. Rescue 22 arrived to assist with patient removal and a chopper was requested by Command 22. Due to severe weather conditions, we could not get a chopper and 19A transported by ground to York Trauma center. Units on scene included 19A, EQ19, R22, 20A, and M28. Units cleared the scene within 1 hour.
MVA on Route 15
Freedom Township
July 22, 2009
While returning from the Commercial Alarm in the 2-4 box, the Engine Tanker came upon an MVA on US Route 15 Northbound, just north of the Maryland state line. The Crew from the ET checked for patients, and found 2 class 3 patients, with PD en-route to the scene. After checking and securing all hazards , the ET continued home.
Structure Fire
Liberty Township
July 22, 2009
The Engine Tanker and crew responded with the Tanker Task force alarm on the Commercial Structure fire on Waynesboro Pike. The ET remained on scene for approximately 3 hours before being placed in service by Command 2.
MVA in the Borough
June 4, 2009
Engine Rescue 19 and Ambulance 19A were dispatched for a single vehicle MVA on West Hanover Street in the borough at 21:09.The EQ and ambulance arrived within minutes to find a pickup truck into a Electric pole with hazards, and the occupant out of the vehicle.The ambulance secured a refusal on the patient and the crew of the EQ mitigated hazards and returned the box to service at 21:45.
New Duty Vehicle Placed Into Service
June 3, 2009
The new duty ride was placed in service today. It will replace the 1998 Ford Crown Vic, which has served us for the past several years.
Another Granite Station Road MVA
May 26, 2009
Multiple units were dispatched to a 2 vehicle MVA, reported head on at Granite Station, at 16:54 hours. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived and confirmed dispatch, and held the box to Engine Rescue 19 and the 2 BLS units for 1 transport and 4 patient refusals.13A transported 1 patient, class 2 to Hanover, and the crew from 1A handled the refusals. Ambulance 19A was on an emergency transport to John Hopkins at the time of the incident. The crew from Engine Rescue 19 handled fluid control and mitigated all hazards before the Chief placed the box available at 17:32 hours.
Happy Birthday!
May 17, 2009
Once again, while the Chief was working, some of the members found time to help destroy his house with a banner announcing his 51st birthday...............Notice how they tried to place the blame on the 33 house.........Nice effort guys!!
MVA at Granite Station & Tall Oaks Road
May 15, 2009
Units were dispatched to a minor vehicle accident at 07:04 today, with Deputy Chief 19 (Herr) arriving and holding it to 1 Engine and 1 Ambulance for a minor injury. Units cleared at 07:27.
Rope Training
May 9, 2009
Members practiced our rope skills with the assistance of Instructor Rick Hartle today at the station. Thanks to Rick for the refresher, it was greatly appreciated.
Box 19-2-30 For the Auto Fire
May 9, 2009
Units were alerted to Colonial Ridge in Mt Pleasant Twp for a vehicle fire, reported working, at 20:08, with the Engine Tanker and a crew of 6 arriving at 20:11, just behind the Chief and Deputy. Chief 19 (Poland) arrived to find a well off vehicle fire with exposures. The Chief had the ET stretch 2 lines to the SUV and protect the exposed car while making a hit on the burning vehicle. The crew made a quick knock and contained hazards, while the crew from E13 and E22-2 arrived to assist. Units on scene included ET19, 19A, E13, and E22-22. Chief 19 placed the box available at 20:39.
Possible House Fire on York Road
May 9, 2009
Units were dispatched to 1981 York Road for a possible structure fire at 14:17. E1-1 arrived to find light smoke conditions and Assistant Chief 1 assumed command. The Engine Tanker arrived to supply E1-1 and send our manpower to the front of the home. After a search of the property, it was found to be a furnace malfunction and the Engine Tanker returned at 14:36. Units on scene included E1-1, TK1, ET19, E13, ET14 and ambulance 1A.
Possible Structure Fire in the Borough
April 30, 2009
Pre alert was sounded at 21:23 for a structure fire in the Borough at 3 B Bonniefield Circle. Deputy Chief 19 ( Herr) had the Engine Tanker with a crew of 6 lay in from Johnathon Drive to the address. After a 360 by the Deputy, it was determined to be a good intent call, and DC Herr placed the box available at 21:37.
Mutual Aid to New Oxford
April 25, 2009
At 19:36 the Brush Truck with a crew of 3 responded to assist New Oxford Fire Department on a possible brush fire in the 4100 blk of York Road. All units were placed available by Command 13 at 19:47.
Another MVA on Hanover Road
April 23, 2009
Units were dispatched to a multi vehicle accident on the Hanover Road at 16:04. Chief 19 ( Poland) arrived to find a minor 3 car MVA with no injuries. Chief held the box to Ambulance 19A for sign offs, and Engine Rescue for hazard control. Box was placed available at 16:21.
