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RECENT
NEWS & INCIDENTS
DUMP / GRASS FIRE
September 2nd-
Dispatched at 1517 hrs to 844 Big Spring Rd for Outside
Investigation. Units in the area and found grass and dump fire
unattended. Crews extinguished fire and discovered a boat was
also burning in the dump.
 
Photos by R Neidigh
Sunday Dinner --
September 19th, 2010
Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes,
Filling,
Gravy, Corn, Rolls, Drink and
Dessert.
At the Firehouse -- 11am -
1pm
Adults $8.00
Children (6-12) $4.00
5 and under Free
DECK FIRE - OUT ON ARRIVAL
August 10th-
Dispatched at
0932 hrs. to North Newton Twp. 438 Steelstown Road for Deck
Fire. Home owner came home and found deck on fire. Crewarrived
on the scene to find owner using the green line and had fire
out. Command held E247. Determined that cigarette put in flower
pot several hours earlier had smoldered and caught fire. Minor
damage to deck with no extension.
 
Photos by FHC1
NEWVILLE'S 1st NIGHT OUT
August 3rd-
Newville Borough,
Newville Borough Police Dept., and Mayor Becky Barrick held
Newville's 1st ever National Night Out. Besides the Newville
Police Dept, Newville Fire Company, others attending the event
were Pennsylvania State Police, Cumberland County Sheriff,
Carlisle Police K9, Cumberland County Mobile Communication
Center, Cumberland County Search & Rescue Team, Cumberland
County Animal Rescue Team, Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services, WEMA,
Red Cross, and West Shore ALS. Free Hot Dogs and Soda were
donated by Saylor's Market. Newville EMS provided Ambulance
Tours and Free Blood Pressure checks, fire company provided
vehicle tours and kids had fun spraying water.
 
"
"Newville's next Firefighter"
"Smokey makes a few new friends"
 
"Crowd starts to flow in"
"Remember these old State Police Cars"
 
"Resident gets a Free Blood Pressure check"
"WEMA ready for action"
 
"Cumberland County Mobile Communications"
"Carlisle Fire & Rescue - Water Division"
"Newville Mayor Dr. Becky Barrick shares time with an old
friend"
Photos by FHC1
PATIENT EXTRICATION -
TRAINING
July 28th-
Fire and EMS
personnel got together tonight and practiced getting patients
out of vehicles. Everyone learned something new. Younger guys
and gals got to see up close what all is involved.
 
 
Photos by FHC1
ASSIST ON LAND RESCUE
July 26th-
Dispatched at 2127
hrs. to assist CO. 50 and 36 with a female patient that fell 20+
feet onto rocks. Patient was located at Tumbling Run. Female was
unconscious and was air lifted from the scene by MD State Police
Troopers 3 & 6. Crews from several fire companies assisted with
getting crews into the patient.
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP CABIN
FIRE
July 25th-
Dispatched at 1432
hrs. to Hopewell Township Turnpike Rd/Enola Rd for Cabin Fire.
Co. 51 out on outside smoke investigation and C51 came upon the
cabin fire already on the ground at dispatch. Brush trucks
hauled water to the scene for extinguishment. Co. 47 cleared the
scene at 1632 hrs.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP HOUSE
FIRE
July 12th-
Dispatched at 1544
hrs to Hopewell Twp. 121 Hilltop Road for House Fire. Company 51
arrived and found attic fire in ranch home. Crews arrived and
assisted with interior operations. Pulling ceilings and
overhaul. CO. 47 units cleared the scene at 1826 hrs. Thanks to
Perry County. Co. 4 for the transfer.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
PENN TOWNSHIP HOUSE FIRE
July 9th-
Dispatched at 1611
hrs. to Penn Twp. 1221 Centerville Road for House Fire. E247
arrived and crews pulled attack line and began extinguishment.
Command requested 2nd Alarm. Crews assisted with ventilation,
salvage and overhaul. Building was an old camper with a 10 x 15
side building attached, total loss.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
OVERTURNED ON THE RITNER
July 7th-
Dispatched at 1550
hrs. to South Newton Twp. 2800 Blk. Ritner Highway for Auto
Accident, vehicle overturned. Arrived to find passenger out of
vehicle. Checked vehicle for spills and hazards. EMS attended to
patient.
Photos by Denny Clopper
SUPER RAFFLE
Winners List
|
PRIZE TIME |
PRIZE |
WINNING TICKET # |
WINNER'S NAME |
WINNER'S CITY |
|
11:50 |
Early Bird Drawing $500.00 - Claimed |
9596 |
Pam Schlusser |
Carlisle |
|
11:55 |
Early Bird Drawing $500.00 - Claimed |
4373 |
Richard Shires |
Newville |
|
12:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
7140 |
Jason Kelly |
Newville |
|
12:05 |
Benello Vinvci 12 Guage |
49 |
Lana Stevens |
Carlisle |
|
12:10 |
Remington 700 SPS 7MM08 |
9791 |
Tiffani Nagel |
York Haven |
|
12:15 |
T/C Triumph 50 Caliber |
716 |
Chas Strub |
Newville |
|
12:20 |
Marlin 917V 17 HMR |
6159 |
Steven Baker |
Mechanicsburg |
|
12:25 |
Savage Package 270 |
2852 |
Tyler Kulp |
Carlisle |
|
12:30 |
Savage Model 16 FHSS 270 WSM |
8089 |
Hazel Seibert |
Newville |
|
12:35 |
Taurus PT 140 40 S&W |
1589 |
James Patterson |
Bendersville |
|
12:40 |
Auto Ordence M1 Carbine 30 Cal. |
3374 |
Troy Wiser |
Newville |
|
12:45 |
Savage 10 FHNS 300 Savage |
2607 |
Unsold |
|
|
12:50 |
Remington 700 Buckmaster 30-06 |
8187 |
Bradford Peters |
New Cumberland |
|
12:55 |
Henry Lever 22 LR |
9745 |
Kelly Herman |
Carlisle |
|
1:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
1206 |
Mark Motter |
Mechanicsburg |
|
1:05 |
Marlin 917.VTD 17 HMR |
9471 |
Adam Wynn |
Dauphin |
|
1:10 |
Stoeger Cougar 9 MM |
1448 |
Jim Palmer |
Halifax |
|
1:15 |
Ruger Blackhawk 44 Mag. |
8839 |
Chris Forternbaugh |
Newville |
|
1:20 |
Ruger 77 Hawkeye 35 Whelen |
5435 |
Mark Nastelli |
Newville |
|
1:25 |
Marlin XL7W 30-06 |
2531 |
Dennis Kennedy |
Newville |
|
1:30 |
Marlin 925M 22 Mag. |
1012 |
Franklin Frederick |
Stevens |
|
1:35 |
Benelli Nova 20 Guage |
8555 |
Dick Baish |
Carlisle |
|
1:40 |
Marlin XL7 270 |
4100 |
Jeff Rhoads |
Newville |
|
1:45 |
Marlin 308 MX 308 Marlin Ex |
7312 |
Monica Gembusia |
Mt. Holly Springs |
|
1:50 |
Ruger SR 22 22 LR |
423 |
Mark Shutt |
Enola |
|
1:55 |
Springfield XD 40 40 S&W |
6820 |
Unsold |
|
|
2:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
6380 |
Jason Lebeam |
Mechanicsburg |
|
2:05 |
Stoeger Condor O/U 410 |
685 |
Jareed Gilbert |
Sunbury |
|
2:10 |
Savage MK II Camo Package 22 LR |
6107 |
Christine Miller |
Duncannon |
|
2:15 |
Glock 23 40 S&W |
7103 |
Melvin Mixell |
Plainfield |
|
2:20 |
Ruger Mini 14 223 |
4413 |
Larry Kuhn |
Carlisle |
|
2:25 |
Savage 11FC 300 WSM |
8843 |
Jeffrey Paxton |
Carlisle |
|
2:30 |
S&W I Bolt 30-06 |
2243 |
Mike Stone |
Loysville |
|
2:35 |
Taurus PT 111 9MM |
4780 |
Dean Lowe |
Shermansdale |
|
2:40 |
Remington 700 SPS 7MM08 |
4054 |
Nancy Baker |
Newville |
|
2:45 |
Stoeger Uplander 410 |
951 |
Andrew Thumma |
Carlisle |
|
2:50 |
Smith & Wesson 638 38 Special |
8930 |
Richard Radabaugh |
Newville |
|
2:55 |
Marlin 917 VTD 17 HMR |
4102 |
Glenn Snyder |
Shamokin |
|
3:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
1174 |
Scott Ford |
Carlisle |
|
3:05 |
Ruger GP 100 357 Mag. |
1534 |
Unsold |
|
|
3:10 |
Remington 870 Slug 20 Guage |
5104 |
Unsold |
|
|
3:15 |
Savage 11FCXP3 243 |
9727 |
Peggy Ashwell |
Mechanicsburg |
|
3:20 |
Stoeger Condor O/U 20 Guage |
5300 |
Jon Claypool |
Womelsdorf |
|
3:25 |
Taurus 85 UL 38 Special |
2056 |
Ralph Reeder |
Carlisle |
|
3:30 |
Benelli Nova Tactical 12 Guage |
9150 |
Jessica Hockersmith |
Newville |
|
3:35 |
Smith & Wesson MP 15-22 22 LR |
3069 |
John Leblanc |
Carlisle |
|
3:40 |
Ruger Vaquero 45 Colt |
2987 |
Mike Hair |
Carlisle |
|
3:45 |
T/C Firestorm 50 Caliber |
4988 |
Doris Heberlig |
Shippensburg |
|
3:50 |
Marlin 925 22 LR |
1111 |
Richard Zimmerman |
Carlisle |
|
3:55 |
Stoeger Cougar 9 MM |
2417 |
Tim Stine |
Newville |
|
4:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
4551 |
Joseph McCloskey |
Mt. Holly Springs |
|
4:05 |
Remington 870 12 Guage |
9572 |
Randy Myers |
Dover |
|
4:10 |
Tikka T3 22-250 |
9852 |
Robert Gettys |
Carlisle |
|
4:15 |
Henry Golden Boy 22 LR |
9165 |
Brad Strauser |
Elizabethville |
|
4:20 |
Marlin 336 30-30 |
1513 |
Lloyd Gettys |
Boiling Springs |
|
4:25 |
Mossberg 935 12 Guage |
484 |
Cullin Cramer |
Dillsburg |
|
4:30 |
Ruger GP 100 357 Mag. |
1639 |
Len Orehek |
Stroudsburg |
|
4:35 |
Savage Package 300 Win Mag. |
9902 |
Michael Blumenschein |
Elliotsburg |
|
4:40 |
Weatherby Vanguard 7 MM Mag. |
4866 |
Terry Herb |
Wiconisco |
|
4:45 |
Marlin XL7 30-06 |
5176 |
Deb Burd |
Newville |
|
4:50 |
Stevens 200 243 |
7072 |
Chuck Stine |
Danville |
|
4:55 |
Springfield XD9 9 MM |
2156 |
Dale Bailey |
Newville |
|
5:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
2828 |
Dale Stitzel |
Carlisle |
|
5:05 |
Remington 870 20 Guage |
5961 |
Todd Sebastian |
Harrisburg |
|
5:10 |
Tikka T3 7 MM08 |
6960 |
Jason Coulson |
Carlisle |
|
5:15 |
Henry Lever 22 LR |
862 |
Carol Neidigh |
Carlisle |
|
5:20 |
Marlin XL7 25-06 |
1710 |
Robert Gettys |
Carlisle |
|
5:25 |
Ruger Vaquero 45 Colt |
1123 |
Ryan Lilley |
Liverpool |
|
5:30 |
Stevens O/U 28 Guage |
6117 |
Christian Mayberry |
Shippensburg |
|
5:35 |
Marlin 917 17 HMR |
5226 |
Ed Michaels |
Shippensburg |
|
5:40 |
Remington 870 Super Mag 12 Guage |
3412 |
Brian Hosfelt |
Newville |
|
5:45 |
Weatherby Vanguard 308 |
2519 |
Jennifer Klinger |
Newville |
|
5:50 |
Remington 700 SPS 270 |
8205 |
Ada Shaner |
Dover |
|
5:55 |
Ruger SR9 9 MM |
3118 |
Justin Over |
Carlisle |
|
6:00 |
2010 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
5225 |
Joe Piper Jr. |
Carlisle |
|
6:05 |
Remington 7600 30-06 |
3525 |
Todd Barrick |
Newville |
|
6:10 |
Smith & Wesson 638 38 Special |
1873 |
Lester North |
Newville |
|
6:15 |
Savage 93R17V 17 HMR |
1739 |
Ed Shellhamer |
Carlisle |
|
6:20 |
Marlin 925 22 LR |
8209 |
Ryan Krouse |
Johnstown |
|
6:25 |
Taurus 85 UL 38 Special |
2632 |
Teresea Bear |
Newville |
|
6:30 |
Remington 700 SPS 223 |
2606 |
Unsold |
|
|
6:35 |
Tikka T3 270 |
7852 |
William Collins |
Landisburg |
|
6:40 |
Ruger 77 Hawkeye 257 Roberts |
4368 |
Jason Kerr |
Carlisle |
|
6:45 |
Benelli M2 12 Guage |
8609 |
George Bancroft |
Eagleville |
|
6:50 |
Weatherby Sport 300 WBY |
6169 |
Michael Blumenschein |
Elliotsburg |
|
6:55 |
Winchester John Wayne 44-40 |
4521 |
Unsold |
|
|
7:00 |
$10,000 GRAND PRIZE WINNER |
9986 |
Joe Murphy |
Greensburg |
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT
2 VEHICLE CRASH
June 28th-
Dispatched at 1453
hrs. to North Newton Twp. Shippensburg Rd & Oakville Rd
for vehicle accident. Arrived on the scene to find 2 vehicles
involved, truck vs. sedan. Crews from Co. 47 & 49 assisted EMS
with 2 patients and checked vehicles for any spills or hazards.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
SUPER RAFFLE
June 16th, 2010
Thanks
to everyone who helped during the Super Raffle. Without your
continued Support, we would not of been able to have
another successful event. Below are a few photos from that day,
others can be found under the photos page.
 
 
Photos by Myra Barrick
FHC LOSES 2 LIFE MEMBERS
June 19th-
Friendship Hose
Company lost 2 LIFE MEMBERS this week who were both battling
illnesses. George H. Plough & Richard G. Boldosser. Our hearts and
prayers go out to both families and friends.
GEORGE H. PLOUGH
Joined:
April 9, 1946
Died: June15, 2010
Laid to Rest: June 18, 2010.
RICHARD G.
BOLDOSSER
Joined: December 8, 1958
Died: June 19, 2010
Laid to Rest: June 23, 2010
"REST IN PEACE"
 
MUTUAL AID TO PERRY COUNTY
June 18th-
Dispatched at 1037
hrs to Transfer to Landisburg Fire Co. #4. Shortly after were
requested to the scene of the barn fire at 1728 Pleasant Valley
Rd. E147 was used as supply engine. Crew assisted with control
and extinguishment.
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
CRASH IN UPPER MIFFLIN
June 14th-
Dispatched at 1909
hrs to 100 blk of Gameland Rd for Auto Accident. R47 cancelled
before arriving. Both 47 Ambulances assisted at the scene. Life
Lion helicopter was called to transport 1 patient.
 
Photos by R. Neidigh
EMS ON CRASH
June 12th-
Ambulance 47
dispatched at 0021 hrs to Penn Township 1604 Pine Rd for Auto
Accident. Arrived on the scene to find single vehicle struck
utility pole. EMS transported patient to CRMC.
Photos by PTVFC
STORM DAMAGE
June 4th-
Just before
Graduation got over a storm rolled through the Newville Area
bring downpours and high winds. High winds brought down several
trees and ripped the roof off this building and through it into
the trees. No Injuries were reported.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
BIG SPRING GRADUATION
June 4th-
Four members of the
Friendship Hose Company graduated from Big Spring High School.
Josh Koch, Coty Price, Bradley Stouffer, and Cody Young.
Congratulations to all for a job well done and we wish you the
best in your future endeavors.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
NEWVILLE MEMORIAL DAY
May 31st-
Friendship Hose
Company participated in the Newville Memorial Day Parade and
Memorial service. Thanks again to all the Men and Women who are
serving our country.
 
 
 
ROLLOVER NO INJURIES
May 15th-
Dispatched at 0300
hrs. to Lower Mifflin Twp. Center Rd and Roxbury Rd for Auto
Accident, with rollover. Headquarters advised, female still in
vehicle not injured. Fire & EMS arrived and assisted female from
vehicle, checked for leaks and hazards, went available.
 
Photos by Bill Stum
MOTHERS DAY DINNER
May 9th-
Mothers Day Dinner
was held today and was a success. About 175 people were in
attendance and enjoyed their meal. This is the first Sunday
Dinner we have had in many years. With the new kitchen
facilities, this made it some much nicer. Looking forward to
seeing everyone on June 20th for Fathers Day Dinner.
 
Photos by FHC1
ROLL OVER ON THE "I"
May 4th-
Dispatched at 1826
hrs. to Penn Twp. I81 NB Exit 37 for Auto Accident, vehicle
overturned. A147 and E147 responded, Chief 50 on the scene
holding EMS and R50. EMS transported victim to Carlisle Regional
Medical Center.
 
Photos by Roger Neidigh
NORTH NEWTON JUNK DAY
May 1st-
Members of the
Friendship Hose Co. attended North Newton Township Junk Clean Up
Day and helped unload junk from residences vehicle and put them
in containers. The guys enjoyed themselves even though some it
was hard work, but will be ready to help again. Engine 147 was
also on display and members also handed out about 50 smoke
detectors.
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
TOUR BUS FIRE ON I-81
April 27th-
Dispatched at 0935
hrs to Penn Twp I81 NB Exit 37 for Bus Fire. C341 on the scene
with well involved bus. E147 arrived, pulled handlines and made
attack. Other crews assisted with extinguishment and overhaul.
46 passengers and driver all escaped and were later transported
by school bus to Co, 47 station to wait for another bus to
arrive. Great job by all involved.
 
 
 
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
DUAL 47 AMBULANCES ON
ENTRAPMENT AND EJECTION
April 22nd-
Both 47 ambulances
were dispatched to Hopewell Twp. Enola Rd and Three Square
Hollow Rd for Auto Accident with Entrapment X2 and ejection.
Enroute crews encountered very foggy conditions. No Aeromedical
services available due to weather. Both 47 Ambulances
transported by ground to Hershey Medical Center, A73 transported
to Chambersburg Hospital.
 
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
1st ALARM HOUSE FIRE 46-03
BOX
April 19th-
Dispatched at 1758
hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 1489 Creek Rd for House Fire. C47 on
scene with working fire. Handlines off E248 for attack and
extinguishment. Co. 45 crew opened the roof, others performed
overhaul operations. PSP Fire Marshall to investigate, Red Cross
called to assist family.
 
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
TREES AND WIRES DOWN
April 16th-
Dispatched shortly
after 1800 hrs. to 107 W Big Spring Ave for Tree and Wires on
the road. Arrived and secured area called PP&L. Also handled a
few other storm related calls.
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
April 4th-
Dispatched at 1446
hrs. to North Newton Twp. Greenspring Rd & Fish Hatchery Rd for
Motorcycle Accident. Arrived to find motorcycle laid over along
side of the road. Driver was transported to CRMC with minor
injuries.
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
FLOWER & BAKE SALE
April 2nd & 3rd-
Thanks to all those
who helped to make the Easter Flower & Bake Sale a success. Also
special thanks to Buck and his BOYS for doing the BBQ Chicken.
 
Photos
by Denny Clopper
MOBILE HOME & TRASH FIRE
March 31st-
Dispatched at 0939
hrs. to Penn Twp. 3696 Ritner Highway for Mobile Home Fire.
Engine's 49 & 247 arrived to find trash fire that extended into
a mobile home being demolished. Crews assisted with
extinguishment and overhaul. Units cleared the scene at 1102
hrs.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
CAR FIRE IN GARAGE
March 28th-
Dispatched at 0928
hrs. to Penn Twp. 2212 Pine Road for Garage Fire. C49 on the
scene with well involved vehicle inside pole garage. E49 arrived
and pull handline and made extinguishment. E247 staged and was
placed available. E147 transfered to Co. 50 for a short stay.
 
Photos by FHC1
CAR VS. HORSE & BUGGY
March 23rd-
Both 47 Ambulances
dual dispatched to South Newton Twp. 41 E. Main St just after
1400 hrs. for Horse and Buggy Accident with vehicle. Both 47
ambulances arrived and assisted with patient care. 1 Adult
female transported by A73 to Hershey Medical Center, while 2
children were flown by Life Lion to Hershey.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
OVERTURNED AT RED LIGHT
March 19th-
Dispatched at 0911
hrs. to Newville Borough High & Main St. for Auto Accident with
vehicle overturned. Units arrived to find 2 occupants out of
vehicle with minor abrasions. Crews check vehicle for hazards
and secured the vehicle. Both occupants were refusals. Fire
Police assisted with traffic control.
 
Photos by Jess Mellinger and Kristin Brown
PERRY COUNTY ASSIST
March 18th-
Dispatched at 1529
hrs. to Perry County Southwest Madison Twp. 1700 blk. Laurel Run
Road for Woods Fire. Brush 47 and 48 responded from Cumberland
County and assisted with extinguishment. Units cleared the scene
at 1733 hrs.
 
Photos by Roger Neidigh
ANOTHER POTATO ROAD WATER
RESCUE
March 14th-
Dispatched at 1808
hrs. to Upper Frankford Twp. Potato Road for Water Rescue. Crews
arrived on the scene to find single vehicle stranded in high
water with 3 occupants of the vehicle on the roof and hood. Boat
45 arrived on the scene, deployed the boat and brought the
occupants out to safety.
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
2 VEHICLE CRASH
March 13th-
Dispatched at 1658
hrs. to Lower Mifflin Twp. Doubling Gap Rd and Center Rd for
Auto Accident. Arrived on the scene to find two vehicles
involved and patients still in vehicles. Crews stabilized
vehicle and assisted EMS with patient care. Total of 6 people
involved in crash and only 2 were transported by ground to
University Medical Center.
 
Photos by Roger Neidigh
OPERATION EASTER EGGS
March 9th-
Crews got together
for another round of egg making. With Easter just a few weeks
away, don't wait until they're all gone. Peanut Butter, Coconut
and Cherry eggs will be available until Easter.
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
2nd ALARM FATAL HOUSE FIRE
March 8th-
Dispatched at 0552
hrs. to Lower Frankford Twp. Old Mill Road and Wildwood Road for
House Fire. Co. 48 units on the scene with well involved
structure. Upon making entry crew finds class 4 victim just
inside the door. E247 arrived and supplied E148, crews
from E1 & E247 assisted with extinguishment, salvage and
overhaul. Units cleared the scene around 1030 hrs. Our hearts
and prayers go out to the victims family and friends.
 
 
 
Photos by Myra Barrick, Denny Clopper &
UFFC
TRACTOR TRAILER HANGS ON
March 5th-
Dispatched at 1900
to I-81 SB MM33 in the are of Firehouse Rd for Tractor Trailer
Accident. C49 arrived on the scene to find tractor hanging over
the bridge onto Firehouse Rd. A147 and R47 responded. A147
checked trucker out after he was rescued from cab of his truck.
R47 was placed available. Interstate 81 SB was closed for
several hrs during clean up.
 
Photos by Jess Mellinger
CRASH WITH FLYOUT
March 5th-
Dispatched at 1440
hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 641 Big Spring Road for Auto
Accident vehicle into pole. Units arrived and found occupants
out of vehicle. Rescue personnel assisted EMS with patient and
secured the vehicle. 1 patient was flown by Lifelion Helicopter
from Oak Flat Elementary School.
 
Photos by Roger Neidigh
HORSE ACCIDENT
March 4th-
Dispatched shortly
after 1500 hrs. to assist EMS and QRS48 with an Equestrian
Accident. Utility 47 responded and was used to bring patient out
of field in stoke basket.
 
Photos by FHC2
TRAINING NIGHT
March 3rd-
Training night
included several different areas. Ladders, ropes, power
equipment, hydraulic rescue tool operation, and a maze. Below
are a few pictures, more on photos page.
 
 
 
Photos by Garrett Bigler
PILE UP ON THE PIKE
February 26th-
Dispatched at 0712
hrs. to Upper Mifflin Twp. PA Turnpike MM 206 WB for Vehicle
Accident. After Responding County dispatched advised Command 47
that Turnpike advised several accidents in the same area with
10-15 Tractor Trailers and 8-10 cars involved. Snowing and winds
at 30-40 mph caused white outs for the next 2 hours. E147
arrived on the scene and got caught in the backlog. Unable to
make it to the scene, crew members got out and started the 3/4
of a mile hike. Crews checked damaged Tractor Trailers and
passenger vehicle along the way for injuries. Finally reaching
their destination, crews for truck driver trapped. R51 was able
to reach the scene by going EB in the WB lane. SQ54 was also
called for support. Driver of vehicle was extricated from
tractor after about 1 hr and 15 minutes, a total of 4 people
were transported to local hospitals. Stranded motorist and
drivers of damaged vehicle were transported to the Blue Mountain
Plaza for shelter and food. WB lanes of the turnpike remained
closed until 1430 hrs, while crews cleaned up all the wrecked
vehicles. Great job by all companies on the scene, considering
the weather conditions.
EASTER
EGGS
ARE
READY
EGG PRODUCTION IN FULL
SPEED
February 22nd &
23rd-
Homemade Easter
Eggs have been in production for the last 2 weeks. Peanut
Butter, Coconut and Cherry Eggs are available. 75¢ each or $9.00
a dozen. See any fire company member or call 776.4747 to get
yours.
 
 
 
Photos by FHC1
VEHICLE SHEARS OFF UTILITY
POLE
February 18th-
Dispatched at 0747
hrs. to Upper Frankford Twp. Enola RD in the area of Church of
God Rd for Auto Accident unknown injuries. R47 and A247
responded and were placed in service by Command 48, no injuries.
 
Photos by FHC1
ROAD CLOSED
OAKVILLE ROAD - North Newton Twp. Oakville
Road just before Ridge Road will be closed starting February
2nd-June 2010 for Bridge Replacement. This is the 700 Blk. of
Oakville Road. All Houses in the 700 Blk. can be reached before
you get to the bridge. Use caution, and common sense when
responding.
SUV STRIKES UTILITY
POLE
February 8th-
Dispatched at 2303
hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 100 Mt. Rock Road for Vehicle
Accident. EMS arrived to find driver out of vehicle. Fire Dept.
secured vehicle and assisted PSP and Towing company with
lighting. EMS transported 1 patient to CRMC.
 
Photos by FHC1
16-18" SNOW KEEPS CREWS
BUSY
February 5th &
6th-
Crews were kept
busy over the 2 day period, which brought between 16-18" of snow
to the area. Crews were on station for the 2 day period and
assisted with many different activities, including running the
regular fire related calls. medical assist with EMS, shoveling
out hydrants, and assisting the local citizens with shoveling
and removing snow from around furnace vents on the roof of
mobile homes. Thanks to all who gave their time.
ENTRAPMENT WITH 2 FLYOUTS
January 31st-
Dispatched at 1532
hrs. to North Newton Twp. 600 blk. of Oakville Road for Auto
Accident with entrapment. Headquarters advised 2 vehicles head
on with multiple patients. Fire & EMS arrived to find entrapment
in one vehicle. Crews performed extrication, assisted EMS with
patients x4, secured hazards and fluid spills. E49 handled the
landing zone. 2 patients flown by 2 Life Lion helicopters, and 2
transported by ground.
 
 
Photos by FHC1
EMS ON HOPEWELL CRASH
January 24th-
Dispatched at 1150
Hrs. to the 500 blk. of Shippensburg Road for Vehicle Accident
on its side with entrapment. A147 and M87 responded from the
Newville Station and assisted Co. 51, 54 and 73.
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
TRAINING AT PLAINFIELD
January 24th-
Members of the FHC
joined with Co. 46, 48, 45 in Plainfield for some Fundamental
Fire Training. New members and Junior had the opportunity to
enter a fake smoke environment and see what it's all about.
Others got the chance to cut holes in the roof. Thanks to Co. 46
for the invite.
 
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper & The Chief's Aid
AWARDS BANQUET
January 15th-
The 2009 Awards
Banquet was held with approx. 140 people in attendance.
Representatives from area Municipalities, Fire and EMS Companies
along with family and friends. Chaplain Richard Bower of the
Washington County Fire & Rescue Association was the Guest
Speaker for the evening. Special Thanks to the McConnellsburg
Fire Company and Cumberland-Goodwill EMS for the Stand-by.
President Wiser presents
Thomas Mohn with 2009 EMS Awards
winners are: Ronald Keller
"Most Dedicated Member 2009"
EMT of the Year, Roger Neidigh EMS Driver
of the Year, and Dawn Mohn with EMS Rookie
of the Year.
Fire Chief Joel Griffie
presents Ronald Stum
Firefighter of the Year 2009 was presented to
with the 2009 Fire
Chief's Award.
Donald Wallace and Rookie Firefighter of the
Year 2009 was presented to Robert Green.
Mike Spahr received Driver of the Year 2009.
Chaplain Richard Bower and former resident
Newville Police Officer James Swartz was
took time out to reminisce with Lois Griffie.
given a citation for his help and dedicated
service to the Friendship Hose Company.
Photos by Denny Clopper
1st DUE HOUSE FIRE
January 10th-
Dispatched at 1028
hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. 123 Oak Flat Road for House Fire.
C147 on the scene with working fire. E247 arrived and deployed 2
Handlines. Crews assisted with extreme salvage and overhaul
operations. Red Cross was on the scene. State Police Fire
Marshall is investigating. Companies on the scene were: 47, 49,
50, 53. Thanks to E148 for covering the station.
 
 
 
Photos by Denny Clopper & Bradley Myers
SINGLE VEHICLE OVERTURNED
January 5th-
Dispatched to the
800 Blk. of Greenspring Rd. in North Newton Twp. for Vehicle
Accident / Overturned. Fire & EMS arrived on the scene to find
single occupant out of vehicle. Fire crews secured vehicle and
the pole and wires. EMS transported 1 to CRMC.
 
Photos by Denny Clopper
MEDIC 87 IN SERVICE
January 1st-
The Friendship Hose
Company and the Newville Community Welcomed the West Shore ALS
Service to our area. Medic 87 went in service on this date.
Medic 87 is stationed at Co. 47.
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