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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.
