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2012 CALL STATS

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Jan

24

113

Feb

19

88

Mar

19

91

Apr

27

78

May

June

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Oct

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  89

 370 

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RECENT NEWS & INCIDENTS

MEMBER, FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR PASSES AWAY

May 9th - Member, Friend and Neighbor Carson W. Kaltenbaugh passed away today after a recent battle with health problems. Carson had lived beside the fire station ever since it became the fire station. He was always sitting on the porch and when someone pulled into the fire station he always made small talk. Carson got the nickname of "CHIEF B", which came from him saying I'll "B" here when you guys leave and "B" here when you guys get back from a call. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Kaltenbaugh Family who on April 9, lost Carson's brother and member Emmett Kaltenbaugh. Funeral arrangements will be posted on here when they become available.

Viewing will be Monday May 14, 2012 from 6-8 pm @ Ewing Brothers in Carlisle

Funeral will be Tuesday May 15, 2012 @ 2pm @ Ewing Brothers in Carlisle

LAWN MOWER FIRE W/ BURN VICTIM

May 9th - Dispatched at 1445 hrs. to North Newton Township 723 Greenspring Road for Lawn Mower Fire. Crews arrived to find Zero Turn Mower well involved. Crews extinguished and also discovered that mower was sitting next to shed which was also damaged. Owner did pull mower from shed for it caught fire. Owners son was filling the mower when it caught fire, he did receive 1st and 2nd degree burns to his arm and hand.

Photos By: FHC1

FOGGY MORNING CRASH

May 4th - Dispatched at 0722 hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 45 Mt. Rock Rd for Vehicle Accident. Fire and EMS arrived to find 2 vehicles involved. 1 vehicle on roadway and other off road and into the grass at Mt. Rock Elementary School. Fire and EMS attended to child in vehicle and assisted with removal, debris clean up. Special thanks to the Fire Police and Officer Szczypta with Newville PD for their  assistance.

Photos By: Ritchie Price

For Tickets Call 226-4255 or 226-7282

or send email to griff4701@embarqmail.com

EASTER SUNDAY MOUNTAIN FIRE

April 8th- Dispatched at 1327 hrs. to Perry County Southwest Madison Twp. 3099 Laurel Run Road for Mountain Fire. E247, B47 and A247 responded along with several other units and the Piney Mountain Strike Team. Crews assisted with fire lines, containment and extinguishment. Units cleared the scene around 2130 hrs.

Photos By: Roger Neidigh

EASTER FLOWER & BAKE SALE

April 6th & 7th- Annual Easter Flower and Bake Sale was held. Flowers, Baked Goods and Chicken BBQ was available on Saturday. Thanks to everyone who helped make this a successful.

WORKING GARAGE FIRE

April 4th- Dispatched at 1550 hrs. to Upper Mifflin Twp. 115 Pine Knob Road for Garage Fire. E247 and C147 arrived to find 3 bay garage fully involved. Handlines off E247 and E251 for extinguishment. Crews assisted with salvage and overhaul. Fire Marshall called to investigate. Units cleared the scene around 1800 hrs.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

HOUSE FIRE IN STOUGHSTOWN

March 25th- Dispatched at 0537 to South Newton Twp. 2200 Ritner Highway for House Fire. E49 arrived to find light smoke from structure. E247 crew arrived and assisted with Extinguishment, salvage and overhaul. Crews remained on the scene until 0652 hrs.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

CRASH IN BOROUGH

March 16th- Dispatched at 1518 Hrs. to Borough Newville are of 76 E. Main Street for Vehicle Accident. Fire & EMS arrived on the scene to find parked vehicle struck by another vehicle. EMS Transported 1 patient to local hospital and fire dept. checked vehicle for hazards and leaks.

Photos By: Bill Stum & FHC

CONFINEMENT AND FLY OUT ON 81

March 9th- Dispatched at 1145 hrs. to Dickinson Twp. I81 NB MM 40 for Vehicle Accident. Crews arrived on the scene to find single vehicle into guardrail. Crews removed roof of vehicle to gain access and remove patient from vehicle. Victim was flown by Life Lion Helicopter. Units cleared around 1230 hrs.

Photos By: FHC1

BATHROOOM FIRE

March 5th- Dispatched mid morning to North Newton Twp. 141 Doubling Gap Road for Electrical Fire. Crews arrived to find house filled with smoke and found fire on 1st floor in the bathroom. Fire had extended from a Light/Fan fixture into the ceiling and into a void space on the second floor. Crews performed salvage and overhaul on both floors.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

OVERTURNED AND FLYOUT

February 29th- Dispatched at 0445 hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. Carlisle Road and Bloserville Road for Auto Accident Vehicle Overturned. Fire and EMS arrived on the scene to find female driver laying in corn field. Assisted EMS with patient packaging and checked vehicle for hazards. Victim transported to Co. 46 to meet Life Lion Helicopter. R47 & E148 remained on the scene until 0605 hrs.

Photos By: Myra Barrick

ROAST TURKEY DINNER

February 19th- Members of the FHC served roughly 140 people to Sunday Dinner.

Photos By: Roger Neidigh

MUTUAL AID HOUSE FIRE

February 16th- Dispatched at 0800 hrs. to Hopewell Twp. 199 Booz Road for House Fire. Units on the scene with working fire. E247 and R47 responded with a crew of ten and assisted with extinguishment, salvage and overhaul.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITH FLYOUT

February 8th- Dispatched at 1027 Hrs. to Ritner Highway and Springfield Rd for vehicle accident with subject laying on the ground. EMS and Fire arrived to find male subject unresponsive laying in the field. Crews assisted EMS with patient and checked vehicle for hazards. Rescue crew established Landing Zone and assisted with transporting patient to Life Lion Helicopter.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

OPERATION EASTER EGG 2012

February 7th- Operation Easter Egg 2012 is underway. Peanut Butter Eggs were made the first week. Plans are to start this week making Peanut Butter and Coconut. Eggs are $1.00 each and available at the fire station or by calling 776-4747.

Photos By: FHC1

2011 AWARDS BANQUET

January 20th- Roughly 120 people attended the Annual Awards Banquet tonight. We also remembered five (5) members who died during last year, they were: James Kuhns, Janet Conover (Life Member), Harold (Pete) Heckendorn (Life Member), Wilmer Hefflefinger (Life Member), and Melissa Morris. Fire and EMS Awards were presented along with Most Dedicated Member, Dean Baker Award, and special life saving recognition. Life Membership was also presented to John Gilbert, Doris Salisbury and Charlotte Nailor. Doris Heberlig received Most Dedicated Member, but was unable to be present due to an illness. Get well soon  Doris.

On February 14, 2011 Rescue 47 was on transfer to Franklin County Station 4. While there Rescue 47 was dispatched to House Fire in Chambersburg Borough 270 Lincoln Way West. Firefighter Roger Neidigh assisted several other firefighters with the rescuing of a 13 yrs old female from the second floor. Roger was Honored by Liberty Mutual with the Firemark Award for outstanding act of valor done selflessly and without due regard for personal safety. Roger was also surprised when the victim that day Carlita Neely was introduce. She wanted to come and Thank Roger for his Life Saving Actions.

Roger Neidigh Jr. with Jon and Tony from Liberty Mutual,

14 Yr old victim Carlita Neely, her mom Renee' and Grandma Robin.

                             "Roger with Carlita Neely"                             "Liberty Mutual Firemark Award

                                                                                                    Presented to Roger Neidigh Jr."

                           L to R:  Coty Price; Rookie F/F,                   L to R: Kristin Brown; Rookie EMT,

                              Jake Griffie; F/F of the Year,                      Bethann Price; EMS Chief's Award,

                                    Fire Chief Joel Griffie,                              2011 EMS Chief Teresea Bear,

                          Brad Stouffer; Fire Chief's Award,                  Darci Newcomer; EMT of the Year,

                               Bill Stum; Driver of the Year                       Ron Stum; EMS Driver of the Year

                   "Sandy Hockensmith; Appreciation Award"      " Nancy Baker Presenting Troy Wiser with

                                                                                                         the Dean Baker Award.

"Life Members receiving their Badges"

"Guest Speaker Tom Moriarty"

Photos By: Denny Clopper and Renee' Shively

SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH

January 17- Dispatched at 1840 Hrs. to North Newton Twp. Fry Rd & Finkenbimder RD for Vehicle Accident. Arrived on the scene to find single vehicle struck utility pole. FD secured vehicle, EMS treated and transported 1 patient to Carlisle Regional.

Photos By: Roger Neidigh

DUAL ENGINES ON APARTMENT BUILDING FIRE

January 16- Engine 147 dispatched at 0139 hrs. to Transfer to Co. 52. Soon after arrival, E147 sent to scene of Apartment Bldg, Fire, Borough Shippensburg 130 E Garfield St. Crews assisted with Fire Attack on 2nd and 3rd floors. E247 was dispatched at 0209 and assisted with salvage and overhaul. Crew of 10 remained on the scene until 0530 hrs. Special Thanks to the "U" for the standby.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

2012

ELECTRICAL FIRE

December 22nd- Dispatched at 1258 hrs. to Penn Twp. 1006 Centerville Road for Possible House Fire. Crews arrived to find an electrical malfunction on a fish tank. Crews checked for extension and secured area.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

CHILD STRUCK BY VEHICLE

December 19th- Dispatched at 0805 hrs. to North Newton Twp. 600 Blk. Oakville Road for Pedestrian Struck by vehicle. Units arrived to find child struck by vehicle and EMS requested Life Lion to the scene. R47 crew assisted EMS with patient and established Landing Zone.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

REMEMBERING A FRIEND

December 19th- The members of the Friendship Hose Company send out condolences to Blake Lawrence and Glantz families. Blake was a friend, 911 dispatcher, firefighter and will be missed by everyone he touched. R.I.P. Brother Blake....... look over us.

VEHICLE  VS. UTILITY POLE

December 12th- Dispatched at 1813hrs. to North Newton Twp. 133 Steelstown Road for Auto Accident, vehicle into utility pole. Arrived to find driver out of vehicle, refusing treatment. Checked vehicle for hazards and spills.

Photos By: Roger Neidigh

HAZ MAT OPERATIONS CLASS

December 11th- Final day of Haz Mat Operations 24 hour Class was held outside. Everyone participated in different scenarios which included getting hosed down.

Photos By: Roger Neidigh

MUTUAL AID BARN FIRE

November 27th- Dispatched at 2322 hrs. to Hopewell Township 425 Enola Road for Barn Fire. Crews arrived to find well involved barn and began exterior operations. E247 hauled a few loads of water, crews assisted with extinguishment, salvage and overhaul. Co. 47 remained on the scene until 0405 hrs.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

ASSIST WITH ENTRAPMENT ON THE "I"

November 11th- Dispatched at 0911 Hrs. to Southampton Township Interstate 81 NB for Auto Accident with Entrapment. Rescue 47 crew arrived and was assigned to LZ operations. Crew set up LZ and assisted with patient. Ambulance 147 transported 1 patient to Chambersburg Hospital. Cleared the scene at 1001 Hrs.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

FATAL FARMING ACCIDENT

October 24th- Dispatched at 0959 hrs. to North Newton Township 700 Newville Road for Subject trapped in Combine. Units arrived and found subject deceased. Crews remained on the scene for several hours assisting State Police and the Cumberland County Coroner.

Photos By: Denny Clopper

HAZ MAT REFRESHER CLASS

October 23rd- Today we held our Annual Haz-Mat Refresher Class. Everyone had a great time with the hands on activities.

Photos By: Renee' Shively and FHC1

MUTUAL AID BUILDING FIRE

October 16th- Dispatched around 0500 hrs. to Franklin County Southampton Twp. 7674 Molly Pitcher Highway North for Building Fire. E247 responded with a crew of 8. Crews assisted with salvage and overhaul and dumped  1 load of water.

Photo By: Denny Clopper

LIONS CLUB SAYS THANK YOU

October 10th- Newville Lions Club presented Friendship Hose Company with a $1000.00 check for there support and help during the 2011 Lions Club Fair. Members of the fire company assisted with kitchen duties.

Photo By: Denny Clopper

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 9-15, 2011

October 10th- Newville Mayor Dr. Becky L. Barrick issued a Proclamation claiming National Fire Prevention Week in the Borough of Newville. Mayor Barrick also reminded residents to check there smoke detector's and batteries.

Roger Neidigh, Jake Griffie, Mayor Dr. Becky L. Barrick, Brad Stouffer, and Travis Sims.

Photo By: Denny Clopper

October 11th- Oak Flat Elementary Fire Prevention

October 7th- Mt. Rock Elementary Fire Prevention

Photos by FHC1

Photo by Crystal Brown

SAFETY DAY AT SHIPPENSBURG LOWE'S

October 8th- Members of the FHC participated in the Lowe's of Shippensburg's Annual Fire Safety Day. Members of the FHC were also in a challenge against West End Fire & Rescue to see who the fire company was  to cut a car in half using a Dewalt battery operated sawzall. Members of the FHC Team finished first, winning the battery operated sawzall for there department. Congratulations to the members of Co. 47.

Photos by Denny Clopper

GARAGES ON FIRE

October 5th- Dispatched at 1433 to transfer to Co. 52. Then requested to the scene Southampton Twp. 42 Gilbert Road for Garages on fire. Several garages approximately 150 X 50 were burning. Crews assisted with extinguishment and overhaul. E147 cleared the scene at 1631 hrs.

Photos by Denny Clopper

SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH

September 19th- Dispatched at 2322 hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 376 Kerrsville Road for single vehicle accident. Arrived on the scene to find 2 patients outside of vehicle, 1 unresponsive and other conscious and sitting up next to vehicle. Fire Department crews assisted EMS with both patients. Unresponsive patient was transported to Carlisle Airport to meet up with Life Lion Helicopter. FD crew also assisted PSP with lighting.

Photos by Denny Clopper

RITNER HIGHWAY CRASH

September 11th- Dispatched at 0704 hrs. to South Newton Twp. 2200 Blk. Ritner Highway for Vehicle Accident with ejection. Arrived on the scene to find 2 vehicles, both with heavy front end damage. Both drivers out of vehicles, one with injuries. EMS provided treatment and packaging while fire dept. checked for fluid spills and hazards. EMS then requested Aero medical to the scene for patient. R47 handled LZ at Carriage Haus Banquet Facility down the road from the scene.

Photos by Denny Clopper

Cumberland County Volunteer Firefighter’s

Association Convention Parade Results

September 10, 2011

Photos by Denny Clopper

Best Appearing & Most Function Engine 2007-Present

1.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co. E53

2.    Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services E145

Best Appearing & Most Functional Engine 1997-2006

1.    Silver Spring Community Fire Co. E31

2.    New Kingstown Fire Co. E133

Best Appearing & Most Functional Engine 1987-1996

1.    West Pennsboro Fire Co. E46

2.    Creekside Fire Co. E121

Best Appearing & Most Functional Tanker

1.    Silver Spring Community Fire Co. T31

2.    New Kingstown Fire Co. T33

Best Appearing & Most Functional Engine/Tanker

1.    Penn Township Fire Company T150

Best Appearing & Most Functional Rescue/Squad

1.    Penn Township Fire Company R50

2.    Citizens Fire Company SQ36

Best Appearing & Most Functional  Engine/Rescue

1.    New Kingstown Fire Co. E233

Best Appearing & Most Functional Truck/Aerial

1.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co. TR53          

Best Appearing & Most Functional Brush Truck

1.    New Kingstown Fire Co. BR33

Best Appearing & Most Functional Support Vehicle

1.    W.E.M.A. Truck 21-20

2.    Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services Air 45

3.    Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services U 345 & Boat

Best Appearing & Most Functional Traffic Unit

1.    Carlisle Fire Police  Traffic 3 & Cmd. Trailer

2.    Silver Spring Community Fire Co. Traffic 31

Best Appearing & Most Functional Ambulance BLS

1.    Silver Spring EMS A272

2.    Shippensburg Area EMS A473

Best Appearing Company (3 pieces of apparatus or less)

1.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co.  Co. 53

Best Appearing Company (4 or more pieces of apparatus)

1.    New Kingstown Fire Co.  Co. 33

Best Appearing Antique Fire Apparatus (Co. Owned)

1.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co.    Hand Cart

OUT OF COUNTY

Best Appearing & Most Functional Engine 1987-2006

1.    Friendship Engine & Hose Co. FCET14

Best Appearing & Most Functional Engine/Rescue

1.    Bendersville Fire Co. ACE7-1

Best Appearing & Most Functional Tanker

1.    Lake Meade Fire Co.  ACT26

Best Appearing Company (2 or more pieces)

1.    Friendship Engine & Hose Co. FC Co. 14

IN OR OUT OF COUNTY

Best Appearing Antique Fire Apparatus (Privately Owned)

1.    Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services Ahrens Fox

2.    Manchester Fire Dept. Co. 45

3.    Jason Arnold 1936 Hahn

Best Appearing KME

1.    Citizens Fire Company  SQ36

Best Appearing Pierce

1.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co. E53

Best Appearing E-One

1.    Silver Spring Comm. Fire Co. E31

Best Appearing 4-Guys

1.    West Pennsboro Fire Company  E46

Company Traveling the Longest Distance

1.    Lake Meade Fire Co. 26

Best Appearing Float

1.    New Kingstown Fire Co. 33

Judges Awards (3)

1.    Olie & Rhonda Mick (Tiller)

2.    CC Search & Rescue Team 400

3.    Cumberland Valley Hose Co. Truck 53

Best Appearing School Band

1.    Big Spring High School

APPARATUS BAY REHAB

August 22nd- Work continues on the apparatus bays rehab project. Work should be finished up sometime next week. This week finishing touches to the ceiling, electric, new bay doors and gear racks. Thanks to the guys and gals helping to get things back in order. Special Thanks to everyone helping to get the gear racks up and installed, even though it cost me lunch.

APPARATUS BAY REHAB

August 1st- Renovation project has started at the station. New Paint, Ceiling, Lighting, Gear Racks and Bay Doors. Project is slated by be complete around September 1st.

MOTORCYCLE VS. TREE

July 27th- Dispatched at 0545 hrs. to 100 Blk. Nealy Road in North Newton Twp. for Motorcycle Accident. Arrived on the scene to find motorcyclist stuck downed tree on roadway. EMS and rescue personnel assisted with patient care and provided scene security. Rescue and U47 established LZ at Oak Flat Elementary School. Subject flown to Hershey Medical Center.

Photos by Denny Clopper

VACANT MOBILE HOME DESTROYED

July 25th- Dispatched at 0253 hrs. to Upper Mifflin Twp. 126 Brandy Run Road for Mobile Home Fire. E247 arrived on scene to find Fully involved Mobile Home with roof and walls already collapsed. Handlines off E247 for extinguishment. Home was vacant and had no furniture inside at all. State Police Fire Marshall called to investiagte. Thanks to everyone for their assistance.

Photos by Denny Clopper

OVERTURNED ON GREEN SPRING ROAD

July 23rd- Dispatched at 0835 hrs. to North Newton Twp. Green Spring Rd and Ridge Rd for Tractor Trailer overturned. Arrived on the scene to find both occupants out of vehicle and refused treatment. Crews assisted with fluid spill and secured the vehicle. Fire Police remained on the scene until truck was up righted.

Photos by Denny Clopper

TRUCK FIRE

July 22nd- Dispatched at 1413 hrs. to assist Co. 48 in the 400 Blk. of Center Road in Upper Frankford Twp. for Truck Fire. E147 arrived to find Pickup  Truck well involved. Handline off E1474 for extinguishment. Crews assisted with overhaul.

Photos by Myra Barrick

1st DUE BARN FIRE

July 20th- Dispatched at 0045 hrs. to Upper Mifflin Township 126 Primrose Lane for Barn Fire. Arrived to find Barn fully involved and burning a second smaller barn. Crews immediately began to protect the exposures. E247  crew assisted with hand lines. E147 had fill site at dry hydrant and later was used at supply engine. Crews remained on the scene until 0731 hrs. 1 firefighter transported to hospital for smoke and heat exhaustion.

Photos by Denny Clopper & Myra Barrick

ASSIST WITH ENTRAPMENT

July 18th- Dispatched at 1816 hrs. to Penn Twp/ 700 Blk. of Mt. Rock Road for Vehicle Accident with Entrapment. Arrived to find vehicle off road into trees with driver still inside. Engine 147 crews removed driver's side door and assisted with patient removal. Patient was flown from the scene to local trauma center.

Photos by Denny Clopper

MEMBER PASSES

July 17th- Member Mellisa Morris, now of Huntington passed away on this date. Mellisa joined the fire company on March 12, 2002. Our hearts and prayers are with her family and friends.

LIFE MEMBER PASSES

June 25th- Life Member and longtime friend Wilmer D. Hefflefinger died after a long battle with cancer. Wilmer joined the company April 12, 1973 and passed away on June 25, 2011. Our hearts and prayers are with the Hefflefinger family and friends.

SUPER RAFFLE

Winners List

Winners will be notified by mail within the next week.

JUNE 25th, 2011

VEHICLE INTO POND

June 25th- Dispatched at 0547 hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. Carlisle Rd and Lefever Rd for Auto Accident with Vehicle into Pond. EMS and Rescue 47 arrived to find single vehicle in the pond and female out of vehicle and in the custody of PSP. No Fire Dept services needed, units cleared scene at 0605 hrs.

Photos by Denny Clopper

1st DUE MOBILE HOME FIRE

June 15th- Dispatched at 1120 hrs to Upper Mifflin Twp. 1 Bridgewater Lane for Mobile Home Fire. C252 on the scene with working fire. E147 arrived and laid in before pulling handlines and making a defensive attack. Mobile home was totally involved upon arrival. Crews assisted with salvage and overhaul. Units cleared the scene at 1345 hrs.

Photos by Denny Clopper

ASSIST ON HOUSE FIRE

June 10th- Dispatched at 1225 hrs. to South Newton Twp. 15 W. Main Street in Walnut Bottom for House Fire. E247 responded with a crew of 5. Crews assisted with salvage and overhaul. A147 was also on the scene assisting with rehab due to the heat in the high 80's.

Photos by Denny Clopper

TRASH AND TREES ON FIRE

June 10th- Dispatched at 0951 Hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 3467 Ritner HIghway for Woods Fire next to House. Arrived on the scene to find Trash and Brush burning 20 feet from the hiouse. Command held Co. 47 and 49. Handline off E247 for extinguishment. Spread debris around and wet down.

Photos by Denny Clopper

NEW DRY HYDRANT INSTALLED

June 8th- A new dry hydrant was installed today in Upper Mifflin Twp. 432 Whiskey Run Road at the Clevenger Farm. Hydrant is in front of the farm along the road. Special Thanks to Upper Mifflin Twp. Supervisors, Blue Mountain Excavating, and members of the Friendship Hose Company for their assistance with installation.

Photos by FHC1

FRIENDSHIP HOSE COMPANY GRADUATES 5

June 3rd- Congratulations to the members of the FHC and the Big Spring High School Class of 2011 . Now it's time for the next phase in your life. Good Luck in your future plans and reach for the stars.

                                      Jacob Griffie & Erica Griffie                            Rebekah Vaughn

                                                Matthew Brink                           Christina Carbaugh

NEWVILLE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AND SERVICE

May 30th- Newville Memorial Day Parade and Services were held today despite the hot and humid weather. Newville remembered the past and present men and women who served in our military.

Photos by FHC1

CONFINEMENT ON CREEK ROAD

May 21st- Dispatched at 0101 hrs. to West Pennsboro Township 1st block of Creek Road for Auto Accident with possible entrapment. R47 and EMS arrived on the scene to find single vehicle left the roadway and was on its side between trees. 1 occupant still in vehicle; confined, 2 other occupants out. Crews went to work and secured vehicle and then began to cut the roof to be laid down. Assisted EMS with removal of patient. Patient was then taken to Big Spring Middle School and flown by Life Lion to Hershey Medical Center. Great Team work by all those involved.

Photos by Denny Clopper

OVERTURNED ON THE RITNER

May 18th- Dispatched at 1139 Hrs. to 2900 Blk. Ritner Highway in West Pennsboro Twp. for Auto Accident vehicle overturned. Crews arrived to find single vehicle overturned in front yard with occupant out of vehicle. Crew secured utilities and checked vehicle for hazards. EMS transported 1 to local hospital.

Photos by Denny Clopper

TOUCH A TRUCK

May 14th- The Newville Kiwanis Club sponsored a "Touch a Truck" day at the  Newville Fairgrounds. Several area fire companies along with police cars, delivery trucks, dump trucks, and other trucks participated. Below are a few pictures from that day. Look who's in the UPS Flame Mini Truck.

Photos by Myra Barrick & Denny Clopper

CLEAN UP DAY

May 7th- Several members attended the North Newton Township Clean Up Days. Crew assisted the township employee's with unloading junk from township residents and into large trash containers.

Photos by FHC1

CHICKEN BBQ

May 7th- Saturday started out with several members cooking 400 halves of chicken for Saylor's Market annual community BBQ fund raiser. A total of 800 halves were cooked and served by several community organizations. Thanks to everyone who helped out.

Photos by FHC1

BARN FIRE

April 27th- Dispatched at 1559 hrs. to Dickinson Twp. 2700 Blk. Ritner Highway for Barn Fire. E247 arrived first and laid a 5" supply line half way back the lane and then pulled attack lines. Fire was contained to one end of the barn. Crews performed salvage and overhaul operations. Great job by everyone!!!

Photos by Denny Clopper

TRACTOR TRAILERS CRASH ON "I"

April 26th- Dispatched at 0546 Hrs. to Penn Township I81 NB Mile Marker 38 for Tractor Trailer Accident with possible fire. Units arrived on the scene to find 2 tractor trailer went together with no fire and minor injuries. Crew check for spills and hazards.

Photos by Chief 50

FORMER FIRE CHIEF AND PRESIDENT PASSES

April 8th- Former Fire Chief, Company President and Life Member  Harold "Pete" Heckendorn passed away on this date. Pete joined the Fire Company on October 13, 1953 and served as Fire Chief from 1956-1969, Company President from 1975-1978. Our deepest sympathy goes to Pete's wife Esther and the rest of the Heckendorn family. Viewing is Tuesday evening April 12th from 7-9pm and funeral service is Wednesday April 13th at 11am at the Egger Funeral Home in Newville.

Joined October 13, 1953 - Deceased April 8, 2011

ASSIST ON ENTRAPMENT

April 8th- Dispatched at 0949 hrs. to Upper Frankford Twp. 544 Mohawk Road for Auto Accident with Entrapment. Fire  and EMS arrived to find female victim pinned between the seat and steering wheel. Crews removed driver side door and pushed the dash to gain access to patient. Patient was transported to Carlisle Airport and flown to Hershey Medical Center.

Photos by Denny Clopper

MEMBER & FRIEND PASSES

April 3rd- Life Member and friend Janet L. Conover passed away on this date, after 4 years of battling Cancer. Janet was always there to help, whether it was serving a Sunday Dinner or helping at the fair. Our deepest sympathy goes to her husband and passed Fire Chief Bruce and the rest of the Conover family.

Joined June 1973 - Deceased April 3, 2011

COMMENDATION

March 29th- Firefighter Roger Neidigh Jr. was recognized for his assistance with the rescue of a female victim at a house fire in Chambersburg on February 14, 2011, while on transfer to the Franklin Fire Co. Newville Borough Council President Bill Toth reads the Commendation as Mayor Dr. Becky Barrick looks on. Congratulations to Roger and keep up the good work.

Photos by Denny Clopper

CHIMNEY FIRE

March 20th- Dispatched at 1202 hrs. to 401 Springfield Road in North Newton Twp. for Chimney Fire. Crews found clogged Chimney. Command held E247, E49 and TK53. Crews unclogged chimney and went in service.

Photos by Denny Clopper

SINGLE VEHICLE OVERTURNED

March 18th- Dispatched at 1710 hrs. to Lower Mifflin Twp. Middle Road just west of Asper Rd for Auto Accident vehicle overturned. 2nd call before arrival advising no injuries. EMS and Fire arrived and confirmed no injuries and checked vehicle for hazards. Fire Police remained on the scene, Fire and EMS available.

Photos by Denny Clopper

CAR FIRE NEXT TO GARAGE

March 3rd- Dispatched at 1106 hrs. to North Newton Twp. 46 Nealy Road for Car Fire. Headquarters advised upgrading due to garage involved now. E247 crew arrived to find fully involved vehicle and impinging on garage. E247 crew and pulled handline and made attack. Checked for and found no extension into the garage. Owner advised he went out to warm car up and came back out 20 min later and found car involved. Minor damage to Garage doors and siding, car was total loss.

Photos by Denny Clopper

EGG OPERATION IN FULL SWING

March 1st- The 2011 Easter Egg operation is in full swing. Crews began last week making eggs. Peanut Butter, Coconut, and Cherry eggs are now available. Price increase due to cost ingredients. Eggs $1.00 each.

Photos by J.T.G.

DICKINSON TOWNSHIP - HOUSE FIRE

February 17th- Dispatched at 0249 hrs. to Dickinson Township 1352 Pine Road for House Fire. E247 responded and was used as a tanker. Remained on the scene until 0530 hrs.

Photos by Denny Clopper

FRANKLIN COUNTY - HOUSE FIRE

February 14th- While Rescue 47 was on transfer to the BIG HOUSE, Franklin County Station 4, crews responded to a House Fire in Borough of Chambersburg 270 Lincoln Way East. Crews arrived and found rear of house totally involved. Crews were told there were people still inside. Co. 47 Firefighter Roger Neidigh along with 3 others Franklin County F/F's found and rescued female juvenile from 2nd floor smoke filled bedroom. Crews assisted with salvage and overhaul and remained on the scene until 1800 hrs. Female was taken to Chambersburg Hospital and later transferred to John Hopkins Burn Center. Congratulations Roger and the other F/F's a job well done.

Photos by Denny Clopper & Aaron Myers

MUTUAL AID TO PERRY COUNTY - HOUSE FIRE

February 11th- Dispatched at 1400 hrs to Transfer to Perry County Co. 4, while enroute we were requested to respond to the scene of the House Fire in Carroll Twp. 335 Church Road. Crew assisted with salvage and overhaul, while E247 hauled 2 loads of water to the scene.

Photos by Denny Clopper

HOUSE FIRE THE BOROUGH

February 1st- Dispatched at 1252 hrs to 76 E. Main Street, Newville Borough for Smoke in Building. After checking three apartments, fire was discovered in the middle apartment laundry room. Fire was quickly extinguished and contained to the laundry room. Crews performed salvage and overhaul.

Photos by Denny Clopper

VEHICLE INTO UTILITY POLE

January 27th- Dispatched at 1103 hrs to the 2200 blk. Newville Road for Vehicle Accident. Crews arrived and assisted EMS with patient care, released by Command 46 at 1128 hrs.

Photos by Myra Barrick

2010 AWARDS BANQUET

January 21st- Roughly 150 people attended the Annual Awards Banquet tonight. We also remembered four (4) members who died last year, they were: Herbert Sheriff, George Plough, Richard Boldosser, and Ralph Barrick. Below are pictures of the Award Winners.

               EMS Awards: Anthony Cummings- EMS           Fire Awards: Bradley Stouffer-Rookie F/F,

               Rookie of the Year, Roger Neidigh- EMS          Roger Neidigh-F/F of the Year, Teresea Bear

               Driver of the Year, Troy Wiser- EMS Chiefs      -Fire Chiefs Award, Ron Stum- Appparatus

               Award, Dawn Mohn-EMT of the Year.              Driver of the Year.

               Life Memberships were presented to: Renee'       President Troy Wiser present Ron Stum with

               Shively, Troy Wiser, and Doris Heberlig.             the Most Dedicated Member Award.

Photos by Denny Clopper

INTERSTATE CRASH

January 21st- Dispatched at 1035 Hrs to Penn Twp. I81 NB MM38 for Vehicle Accident. E147 arrived on the scene and crew assisted EMS with Patient. Checked vehicles for leaks and hazards. Cleared the scene at 1106 hrs.

Photos by Denny Clopper

for tickets call:

Teresea Bear at 226-4255 or Rick Shoemaker at 226-7282

or email us at:

griff4701@embarqmail.com

TRANSFER AND MOBILE HOME FIRE

January 8th- Dispatched at 0830 to transfer to Company 50. After arriving E147 was then dispatched to assist on the Mobile Home Fire in Dickinson Twp. 158 Stonehouse Road. Crews arrived and assisted with salvage and overhaul.

Photos by Denny Clopper

ANOTHER TRACTOR TRAILER CRASH

January 5th- Dispatched at 0203 hrs. to Penn Twp. I-81 NB area of NB Rest Area for Tractor Trailer Accident with Entrapment. Units arrived to find driver of one tractor trailer still in cab of truck. Driver then self extricated himself. Crews controlled large diesel fuel spill and checked vehicles for other hazards. One truck ran off the road and struck 2 parked trucks along the road. Driver was transported by EMS to hospital. Units remained on scene and provided lighting for clean up.

Photos by FHC1

ANOTHER TRACTOR TRAILER CRASH

January 3rd- Dispatched at 0429 hrs. to Penn Twp. I 81 NB MM 35.5 for Tractor Trailer Accident with Entrapment. MP47 responded in place of Engine147 and was assigned to establish Landing Zone for Life Lion Helicopter. Other crew members assisted at the scene with extrication. Driver was flown from the scene. Crews remained on the scene well into daylight.

Photos by Denny Clopper

2011