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RECENT NEWS &
INCIDENTS
SUPER
RAFFLE TICKETS READY
November 14th-
2014 Super
Raffle Tickets are Now Available. Get Tickets before January 1st for
$40.00 each, after January 1st $50.00 Each. See a member of either
company for your tickets or contact the following:
Teresea Bear
717.226.4255 Rick Shoemaker
717.226.7282
or Joel Griffie at griff4701@embarqmail.com
Trash
Truck Overturned
October 7th-
Dispatched at 0847 hrs.
to the 1600 Blk. of Doubling Gap Road in Lower Mifflin Township for
Truck Overturned with Fire and Entrapment. Fire and EMS arrived to
find fire put out by bystanders and no entrapment. Rescue and EMS
personnel worked together to get the driver out of the truck. Driver
was then transported to the Doubling Gap Church Camp where Life Lion
Helicopter transported him to local Trauma Center. Roadway remained
closed until clean up was complete.
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography
National FIRE PREVENTION WEEK - October 6-12, 2013
October 6th-
This week is National
FIRE PREVENTION Week. This year's theme is PREVENT KITCHEN FIRES.
Member of the FHC along with the other local fire companies will
be visiting the local elementary school to help spread this years
theme.
MONTHLY REPORT
September 2013-
Friendship Hose
Company Responded to 20 Fire & Rescue Calls for the Month.
Municipality
Incident Type
West Pennsboro Twp.
7
Rescue Calls
6
Upper Mifflin Twp.
2
Fire Alarms
3
Penn Township
2
Auto Accidents
3
Newville Borough
1
Brush/Grass Fire
2
North Newton Twp.
1
Transfers (ENG)
2
Lower Mifflin Twp.
1
Structure Fire-
1
Hopewell Twp.
1
Auto Accident w/Ent. 1
Cooke Twp.
1
Barn Fire
1
South Newton Twp.
1
PD Assist-
1
Dickinson Twp.
1
Silver Spring Twp.
1
Landisburg Borough PC 1
County
Convention
September 14th-
Members of the FHC
attended the Annual Cumberland County Volunteer Firefighters
Convention held in Mechanicsburg, PA. Host companies were Co. 23, 27
and 28. Co. 47 attended with E147, MP47 and"Resolution" Hand
Cart. We brought 3rd place for MP47, 1st Place Hand Cart and Best
Appearing Company 3 or less pieces. Great job by everyone who went.
Crash
with Entrapment
September 6th-
Dispatched at 1425
hrs. to Cooke Twp. 1700 blk. Centerville Road for Vehicle Accident
with Entrapment. Co. 50 arrived on the scene to find single vehicle
into tree with heavy entrapment. R47 and crew arrived and
immediately because extrication from the passenger side, Co. 50 & 49
working on drivers side. Removed 4 doors, entire roof, dash and
other small pieces to finally free driver about an hour after
arrival. Drivers was then flown via Life Lion Helicopter from Co. 50
station. Great Team working.
 
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography and Penn Twp.
Fire Co.
Skid
Loader Fire
August 15th-
Dispatched at 1232
hrs. to Box 451-01, Upper Mifflin Twp. Mountain Road in the area of
the Gamelands for Skid Loader Fire. E247 arrived to find large skid
loader well involved. Handline off E247 for extinguishment. PA Game
Commission was working on clearing areas when vehicle caught fire.
No Injuries and Thanks to Chief 49 for his assistance.
 
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography
Single
Vehicle Crash
August 7th-
Dispatched at 2157
hrs. to North Newton Twp. 535 Shippensburg Road for Vehicle
Accident. Arrived on the scene to find single vehicle that left the
roadway, struck utility pole and pine tree. No injuries. FD checked
for hazards and spills.
 
Photos By: JEG Photography
Crash
Interrupts Early Morning Commute
August 6th-
Dispatched at 0511
hrs. to 100 Blk. of Centerville Road at the Newville Borough/West
Pennsboro Twp. Line for Vehicle Accident. Arrived on the scene to
find single vehicle into utility pole, pole and wires down, and
driver out of vehicle. No injuries. Fire Police remained on the
scene until 1100 hrs. directing traffic.
 
Photos By: JEG Photography
Convention Parade
August 3rd-
The "Resolution", our
hand cart participated in the Cumberland Valley Annual Fireman's
Parade which was held in Shippensburg, PA. The Resolution was pulled
by a pair of Percherons Horses named Kate & Della. Thanks to the
Bunning Family for the horses and riders. The Resolution won first
place.
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography & R.A. Shively
Photography
Another Member Passes Away
July 28th-
Member Timothy P.
Wittlinger passed away on July 28th, 2013 after a long illness.
Please be with Tim's wife Mary and the entire Wittlinger Family.
Two
Vehicle's Collide
July 13th-
Dispatch at 2257 hrs.
to Upper Mifflin Twp. Middle Rd & Roxbury Rd for Vehicle Accident.
C147 arrived to find 2 vehicles involved and poss. of 3 patients.
EMS and FD arrived, secured vehicle, spill management and assisted
with patient care. 2nd BLS was dispatched and both units transported
tom local medical facility.
 
Photos By: JEG Photography
Single
Vehicle Crash
July 13th-
Dispatched at 1014
hrs. to North Newton Twp. 100 Blk. of Oakville Rd for Vehicle
Overturned into Utility Pole. Crews arrived to find occupant out of
vehicle. EMS attended to and transport patient to local hospital.
E147 / R47 crew staged before being placed available by Command 49.
Fire police assisted with traffic control.
 
Photos By: JEG Photography
Firefighter's have Winning Team in Barn Yard Olympics
July 11th-
Two groups of Newville
Firefighters participated along with 6 other teams in the Annual
Newville Fair Barn Yard Olympics. Team Newville FIRE was crowned the
2013 Champions. Team Members consisted of Nathaniel Bigler, Jake
Griffie, Michael Hamilton and Brad Stouffer. Members participated in
several events including, Tractor Tire Roll (blind folded),
Cantaloupe Toss, Egg Relay, and Farmer Feeds him Calve (Live Person)
his milk. Great time had by all and Rumor has it Team Newville FIRE
will be headed to the Shippensburg Fair to defend the Title.
 
 
Photos By: Mellinger Photography
SUPER
RAFFLE
RESULTS
June 29th, 2013
Thanks to everyone who attended and
made the raffle a
success. Special Thanks to the
Members of Co. 47 & 48
for working together as a TEAM to
accomplish one goal.
Thanks to Co. 54 for the
Stand-By.
TIME WINNING # PRIZE
11:50 5984 Early Bird - $1000.00
11:55 7295
Early Bird - $1000.00
12:00 4727
2013 Polaris Sportsman 500 4 X 4
12:05 9863 Mossberg 715 T 22 LR
12:10 0736 Savage 93R17 BV 17 HMR
12:15 4053 T/C Prohunter Camo/SS 50
Cal Inline
12:20 2100 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
12:25 9566 Ruger SR22 22 LR
12:30 9070 $750.00 Cash
12:35 8688 Savage 11 Trophy Hunter
22-250 W/Nikon Scope
12:40 7838 Remington 7 Synthetic
243 Win
12:45 6997 Browning BPS 28 Ga
12:50 2402 CZ 527 22 Hornet
12:55 7410 Ruger 77 Hawkeye Varmint
204 Ruger Exclusive
1:00 2752 2013 Polaris Sportsman
500 4 X 4
1:05 8781 Savage Mark II F 22 LR
1:10 7827 Remington 870 Sportsman
410 Ga
1:15 0610 Winchester 70 FWT
SS/Walnut 30-06
1:20 6684 Kahr Arms CW40 40 S &
W
1:25 5520 Savage 10 ML II 50 Cal
Inline
1:30 9173 $750.00 Cash
1:35 5791 Marlin 925 22 LR
1:40 8719 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
1:45 5238 T/C Icon 243
Win
1:50 2270 Rem 673 350 Rem Magnum
1:55 5298 Rem 870 Express Combo
12 Ga
2:00 4656 $5000.00
2:05 6213 Savage 11 LWT 6.5 X
284
2:10 2591 Ruger American 270
Win
2:15 3247 Remington 7600 280 Rem
1 of 500 Limited Production
2:20 1883 Walther P22 Dark Earth
22 LR Exclusive
2:25 3484 Savage 11 Trophy Hunter
223 Rem W/Nikon Scope
2:30 1840 $750.00 Cash
2:35 0568 Mossberg 835 Tactical
Turkey 12 Ga
2:40 9555 Ruger 77R 35 Whelen
Limited Production
2:45 9446 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
2:50 0309 Browning Abolt
Medallion 270 Win
2:55 4340 Savage Axis Camo 223
Rem w/Scope
3:00 6134 2013 Polaris Sportsman
500 4 X 4
3:05 8952 Savage 25 Walking
Varmint 22 Hornet
3:10 9745 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
3:15 8725 Remington 7600 30-16 1
of 100 Limited Production
3:20 9424 Savage 220 Youth 20 Ga
Slug Gun
3:25 8209 Mossberg 535 ATS Turley
12 Ga
3:30 5949 $750.00
Cash
3:35 4121 Savage 11 Trophy Hunter
6.5 Creedmoor w/Nikon Scope
3:40 7682 Ruger 77 RFP
SS/Synthetic 264 Win Mag Limited Production
3:45 7948 Winchester 70 Coyote Lite 325 WSM
3:50 2198 CZ 527 204 Ruger
3:55 0929 Remington 1911 R1 45
Auto
4:00 6596 2013 Polaris Sportsman
500 4 X 4
4:05 8457 Ruger 77 RSI SS/Walnut
308 Win 1 of 250 Limited Production
4:10 1488 Remington 700 SPS
Varmint 22-250
4:15 6470 Winchester 70 FWT
SS/Walnut 7MM-08
4:20 0862 Henry H003T 22 LR Pump
4:25 6452 Ruger P45MK3 22 LR
4:30 1781 $750.00 Cash
4:35 5107 Savage 93 BRJ 22 Magnum
4:40 9527 Savage 11 Trophy Hunter
243 Win w/Nikon Scope
4:45 8152 Browning Abolt
Synthetic 243 Win
4:50 9247 Savage 14 223 Rem
4:55 1504 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
5:00 0202 $5000.00 Cash
5:05 2029 Ruger 77 Varmint 22-250
Exclusive
5:10 2897 Henry H001TM 22 Win
Magnum Lever
5:15 2316 Ruger 77 Hawkeye
SS/Synthetic 6.5 Creedmoor
5:20 7206 T/C Prohunter Camo 20
Ga
5:25 5547 Horton Bone Collector
5:30 8278 $750.00 Cash
5:35 3989 Remington 1187 12 Ga
5:40 1881 Springfield XDM 9MM
5:45 2446 Savage Axis Camo 22-250
w/Scope
5:50 7938 Taurus Thunderbolt 45
Colt Pump
5:55 1912 Ruger 77 Thumbhole
7MM-08 Limited Production
6:00 9752 2013 Polaris Sportsman
500 4 X 4
6:05 9632 Puma 92 SS/Walnut 45
Colt Lever
6:10 8951 Savage 93 BRJ 00 LR
6:15 2436 Remington 700 CDL 50th
Anniversary 7MM Mag 2012 Only
6:20 7984 Taurus Judge 45 LC/410 Ga
6:25 9852 Savage 11 Trophy Hunter
204 Ruger w/Nikon Scope
6:30 2964 $750.00 Cash
6:35 5558 Smith & Wesson MP22 22 LR
6:40 6774 Browning Abolt
Medaallion 30-06
6:45 5971 Horton Bone Collector
Crossbow
6:50 8037 Glock 26 9MM
6:55 8702 Sako A7 SS/Synthetic
308 Win
7:00 2887 2013 Victory Judge or
$12,500.00
SMALL GAMES OF CHANCE
King Tutts
Serial # Winning Holders
4060025 213 913 1313 1413 1513
7060614 113 213 613 1413 1913
4060106 213 513 1513 1813 2013
4060104 213 1013 1513 2013 2213
7060100 113 313 1313 1913 2113
7060622 913 1213 1313 1413 1613
7060649 1413 1513 1613 1913 2013
7060101 913 1413 1913 2013 2213
7060589 413 1413 1913 2013 2113
7060625 113 213 513 1013 2213
4060113 713 1013 1313 1813 2113
7060098 713 1213 1513 1613 2313
4060103 013 513 910 1013 1713
7060645 513 813 1013 2213 2313
4060105 113 213 1513 1713 2013
4059783 113 913 1213 1613 1713
4059897 013 213 813 913 2013
4059896 1013 1313 1613 1813 2313
4059787 013 613 913 1513 1913
4059785 1413 1513 1613 1913 2013
4059784 313 613 1413 1613 2013
1060092 013 413 1213 1913 2013
1060094 1113 1313 1813 1913 2013
1060091 713 913 1613 1813 2113
1060065 313 413 613 1013 1513
1060057 313 413 813 1013 1313
1060055 213 513 813 913 1513
7060099 113 313 713 1513 1713
7060057 113 413 613 1113 1213
7060113 113 413 713 1013 1813
7060584 013 213 613 1413 1513
7060613 113 1413 2113 2213 2313
7060615 013 113 1313 1513 2013
7060618 913 1213 1313 2013 2313
7060096 913 1113 1413 1813 2013
7060648 013 313 413 513 2013
7060097 013 113 1513 1713 1813
7060644 613 1213 1713 2113 2313
7060054 213 613 1213 1613 2113
7060053 113 213 313 1613 2213
7060109 213 713 1813 1913 2013
7060108 513 613 813 1113 1213
7060106 013 413 1413 1513 1813
7060090 413 913 1913 2113 2213
7060048 413 1313 1713 2013 2213
Gun Bowls
Boots on the Ground
Serial # Winning Holders
P659633 313
P659643 113
P659666 513
P659644 2213
P659688 213
P659753 1213
P659708 113
Skunk in your Trunk
Serial # Winning Holders
L225297 1300
L225442 1500
L225313 900
L222444 400
L225436 100
Banana Bucks
Serial # Winning Holders
L227499 900
L227515 600
L227513 400
L227505 900
Friendship Frenzy
Serial # Winning Holders
800370 900
800316 1000
800355 1100
800299 600
800310 800
800346 300
800359 400
AR-15
Serial # Winning Holders
R157205 1913
K714620 1513
R157269 1513
R157222 2213
K714666 813
K714663 113
Flat Screen TV’s
Pink Panther Diamond
Serial # Winning Holders
F007914 1113
Cash Flow
Serial # Winning Holders
J268891 613
Bookoo-Bucks
Serial # Winning Holders
P172733 1513 / 1613
Gun Safes
Holden Balls
Serial # Winning Holders
K417235 N-43
L663569 I-27
$500.00 Sheetz Card
Serial # Winning #
Green Ticket # 923822
i-PAD
Serial # Winning #
Blue Ticket # 266078
Gas Grill
Serial # Winning #
Yellow Ticket # 974211
0000 Ticket
Serial # Winning #
Yellow Ticket # 970246
Ruger Gun
Serial # Winning #
Blue Ticket # 668233
50/50 Drawings
Serial # Winning #
Pink Ticket # 071050 1:30 PM
Blue Ticket # 667131 3:30 PM
Orange Ticket # 925218 5:30 PM
Yellow Ticket # 972294 7:00 PM
Bees
Serial # Winning #
P237327 9
P237250 7
Speedyzz
Serial # Winning #
R076619 11
R096601 11
P737663 11- 12
P737609 1 – 15
N762263 5 – 10
Little Bankers
Serial # Winning #
L070030 013
Sittin Duck
Serial # Winning #
J866029 6
Fire Fly
Serial # Winning #
P161836 4 – 10
Lil’ Stinkers
Serial # Winning #
G154237 3 – 8 – 15
Pot of Gold
Serial # Winning #
800250 800 – 1100
Honey Moo Moo
Serial # Winning #
1981493 1500
Pick Up Sticks
Serial # Winning #
6068065 500 – 700
180 Wheel
Serial # Winning #
004307 67-84-58-99-3
000359 1-70-101-51-180
004902 130-76-56-164-160
004306 130-20-118-15-137
003016 163-107-7-158-80
003015 66-71-171-39-73
000357 163-107-134-152-156
ALL WINNERS HAVE BEEN
CLAIMED.......
THANK-YOU
Special Thanks to everyone who
attended this years event and once again made
it successful. Look for the 2014
Super Raffle ticket's to be out around
December 1st. Keep checking
www.newvillefire.com.
Life
Member and former Driver Passes Away
June 27th-
Life Member and former
Driver/Engineer John R. Hurley passed away today June 27. Our Hearts
and Prayers go out to the John Hurley Family.
Life
Member and Financial Secretary Passes Away
June 10th-
Life Member and
current Financial Secretary Doris L. Heberlig passed away early this
morning after a long battle. Our Hearts and Prayers go out to the
Heberlig and Wiser Families. Funeral Arrangements are as follows.
Viewing will be Wednesday June 12th 6-9 pm, Funeral Service will be
Thursday June 13th at 1:30 pm. Both viewing and service will be held
at the Bricker-Fogelsanger Funeral Home in Shippensburg.
Crash
on the "I"
June 7th-
Dispatched at 0927 Hrs
to Penn Twp. I-81 SB MM 35 for Vehicle Accident. Headquarters
advised 3-4 vehicles involved and one came across the median and hit
Tractor Trailer Head On. E147 arrived on the scene to find 2
entrapped. Crews went to work to extricate the victims. Crews were
assisted by other departments on the call. Coroner called to the
scene. Roadway remained closed until around 1530 hrs. Great job by
Everyone!!
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper and the
Sentinel
Crash
in West Pennsboro
May 24th-
Dispatched at 1517
hrs. to West Pennsboro Twp. Newville Road and Bloserville Road
for Auto Accident with Entrapment. Crew arrived to find no
entrapment. R47 crews assisted both 47 ambulances with patient care
and packaging, remaining crew assisted with fluid control.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
House
Fire in Penn Township
May 23rd-
Dispatched at 2017
hrs. to Penn Township 604 Mt. Rock Road for House Fire. House was
struck by lightning. E247 arrived and sent crews interior to assist
with extinguishment. E247 supplied E46 and also had 2 handlines off.
Crews assisted with extinguishment, salvage and overhaul. Units
remained on the scene until 2254 hrs.
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
Firefighter/EMT now home from Vehicle Accident
May 24th-
We are glad to see and
hear that Bobby Burchfield is now home from injuries he sustained in
a vehicle accident last month. Our prayers to you as you continue to
recover.
Firefighter/EMT Seriously Injured in Accident
April 27th-
Our Hearts and
Prayers go out to Local Firefighter/EMS Robert "Bobby" Burchfield.
Bobby and his daughter were involved in a vehicle accident in Perry
County. Bobby was flown to Hershey Medical Center and is in serious
condition, his young daughter was treated and released. Please keep
Bobby in your Thoughts and Prayers as he recovers.
Fire
Chief Killed at Accident Scene
April 27th-
Our Hearts and
Prayers are with York County Fire Station 63 "Loganville".
Fire Chief Rodney Miller was fatally struck and killed on I-83 early
this morning, while operating at the scene of a Vehicle Accident.
Please keep the members of Station "63" and Chief Miller's Family in
your Thoughts and Prayers over the next couple of weeks.
R.I.P.
 
CHIEF RODNEY MILLER
MUTUAL AID TO PERRY COUNTY
April 23rd-
Dispatched at 0332 hrs.
to Perry County Borough Landisburg 108 E. Main Street for House
Fire. Engine 147 responded with a crew of 6, laid 1100' 5" to the
scene and supplied Truck 39. Crew members assisted with
Extinguishment, salavge and overhaul. Crews remained on the scene
until around 0830 hrs. Thanks to E154 crew for the Tranfer.
 
 
Photos By: Roger Neidigh, John Heberlig
and Eric MacMillen
LIFE MEMBER & PAST FIRE CHIEF
March 24th-
SUPER RAFFLE TICKETS ARE
SOLD OUT!!
Thanks to everyone who
purchased tickets.
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DOUBLING GAP ROAD HOUSE FIRE
March 19th-
Dispatched at 2021 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Twp. 816 Doubling Gap Road for House Fire.
Headquarters advised occupant arrived home to find house on fire.
Arrived on the scene to find working house fire. Handlines and
Master Stream off E147 for extinguishment. Crews were hampered by
windy conditions and lack of water at the beginning. Mother and 3
children being assisted by Red Cross. Tankers hauled water from pond
on Shed Road.
 
 
 
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography
ENGINE - TANKER 247 O.O.S.
March 18th-
Engine 247 will be
O.O.S. for several weeks, while repairs are made to a leaking tank.
LIFE MEMBER PASSES
March 4th-
BOTH ENGINE ON MUTUAL AID HOUSE
FIRE
March 4th-
Dispatched to
Southampton Twp. 19 Kail Ave. to assist with working House Fire.
Engines 147 & 247 arrived and crews assisted with salvage and
overhaul. Engine 247 dumped load of water.
 
Photos By: Jake
FEBRUARY 2013 MONTHLY FIRE
REPORT
Total of 32 Incidents
for the month.
West Pennsboro Twp.- 6
Vehicle Accidents- 7
Newville
Borough- 6
Chimney Fire- 6
Lower
Mifflin Twp.- 5
Fire Alarms- 4
Penn Twp.- 3
Medical Assist- 4
North Newton
Twp.- 3
House Fire- 2
Upper
Frankford Twp.- 3
Transfer- 1
Upper
Mifflin Twp. - 2
Brush Fire- 1
North
Middleton Twp. - 1
CO Detector- 1
Landisburg
PC- 1
Search PArty- 1
Tyrone Twp.
PC- 1
Outside Investigation- 1
Lurgan Twp.
FC - 1
Tractor Trailer Fire- 1
Tractor Fire- 1
Furnace Malfunction- 1
Total Manpower: 436
Manpower/Call: 13.6
OPERATION EASTER EGG 2013
February 18th-
Operation Easter Egg
2013 has been under way for several weeks now. Get your homemade
Peanut Butter, Coconut or Cherry eggs by calling 776-4747 or stop by
the fire station. $1.00 each. ummmm good....
 
 
Photos By: Clopper Photography
TRACTOR FIRE
February 18th-
Dispatched at 1012 hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 440 Mt. Rock Road for Tractor Fire.
Arrived to find fire in the cab. handline off E247 for
Extinguishment.
 
Photos By: FHC1
SUNDAY DINNER
February 17th-
Members of the Company
prepare and served around 200 meals at our last Sunday Dinner.
Please check Fundraisers page for next Dinner.
Photos By: Jake
HOUSE FIRE IN 1st DUE
February 12th-
Dispatched at 2230 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Twp. 515 Shed Road for House Fire. E247 arrived to
find half of house fully involved. Crews pulled handlines off E247
and E248 for extinguishment. House was a total loss, as well as
carport, motorcycle and car. Residents were assisted by Red Cross
and are staying locally with relatives. Great job by everyone.
 
 
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper, Jess Mellinger
and FHC1.
VEHICLE ON SIDE
February 11th-
Dispatched at 1344 hrs.
to North Newton Twp. 720 Green Spring Road for Auto Accident,
Vehicle on its side. Arrived to find single vehicle on its side.
Secured the vehicle and assisted occupant out of vehicle. No
Injuries.
Photos By: Neidigh Photo's
CONFINED ON SIDE
January 25th-
Dispatched at 1556 hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 3463 Ritner Highway for Auto Accident Truck
on its side. Arrived on the scene to find driver still in vehicle,
legs around the steering wheel. Crews cut A&B post, windshield and
rolled the roof down. EMS attended to patient and transported to
local hospital.
 
Photos By: FHC1
SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH
January 25th-
Dispatched at 1415 hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. Mt. Rock Rd and Graham Rd. for Vehicle
Accident. Arrived on the scene to find single vehicle struck pole
and tree. Both Occupants out of vehicle, EMS transported both tom
local hospital.
 
Photos By: FHC1
BARN FIRE
January 4th-
Dispatched at 1026 hrs.
to Hopewell Twp. 150 Quigley Road for Barn Fire. C351 on the scene
with working fire. E247 arrived after E151 and was water supply
engine. Fold a tank operation established, remaining crew assisted
with extinguishment and overhaul. Crews remained on the scene until
around 1800 hrs.
 
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper and Brian
Denham
HAPPY
NEW
YEAR
2013
SHED FIRE
December 19th-
Dispatched at 0352 hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 615 Greason Road for Barn Fire. Chief 46
arrived on the scene with well involved Shed Fire. Handlines off
E141 and E46. E247 arrived and supplied E141, crew assisted with
extinguishment. E147 crew established fill site on Allen Road across
from Sheetz. Cleared the scene at 0555 hrs.
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
Super Raffle Tickets now available.
Get Ticket before March 1, 2013 for
$40.00, after
March 1, 2013 $50.00 each.
For Tickets see a fire company member
or send email to
griff4701@embarqmail.com
OVERTURNED
November 21st-
Dispatched at 1749 hrs.
to Shippensburg Rd and Oakville Rd for Auto Accident, Vehicle
Overturned. Arrived and assisted EMS, provided lighting and checked
vehicles for hazards.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
ANOTHER GREEN SPRING ROAD CRASH
November 21st-
Dispatched at 1417 hrs.
to North Newton Twp. Green Spring Rd and Cemetery Rd for Auto
Accident vehicle into utility pole. Arrived to find all occupants
out of vehicle and being attended to by EMS personnel. Applied
Hi-dry to fluid spill and secured both vehicles.
 
Photos By: FHC1
2 VEHICLE CRASH
November 18th-
Dispatched at 1108 hrs.
to North Newton Twp. 333 Green Spring Rd for Auto Accident. Arrived
on the scene to find all occupants out of vehicle. Assisted EMS with
3 patients and checked vehicles for spills. Fire Police on the scene
and directed traffic.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
POLE SHEARED OFF
October 23rd-
Dispatched at 1345 Hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 500 Blk. Centerville Road for Vehicle
Accident with pole Sheared off. Fire Dept. arrived and secured the
scene. Fire Police directed traffic.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
SAFETY DAY AT COMPANY 48
October 14th-
Members of the FHC
attended Co. 48 Safety Day.
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
INTERSTATE CRASH
October 12th-
Dispatched at 1120 hrs.
to Penn Twp. I-81 NB MM 34 for Vehicle Accident. E147 arrived and
assisted EMS with patient before being released by Command.
 
Photos By: Roger Neidigh
NATIONAL FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
FIRE PREVENTION AT BIG SPRING
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
October 7th -
13th
National Fire
Prevention week. Members of the FHC as well as all neighboring fire
companies have teamed up once again to get the safety message out to
our young school age children.
 
Photos By:FHC1
CARLISLE ROAD CRASH
October 9th -
Dispatched shortly
after 1400 hrs. to 37 Carlisle Road in front of Saylor's Market for
Vehicle Accident. Fire and EMS crews arrived and assisted with
patient care and checked vehicles for spills and hazards. 3
transported to Carlisle Regional Medical Center.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
LOWE'S SAFETY DAY
October 6th -
Members of the FHC
attended the Lowe's of Shippensburg Annual Safety Day. Lot's of Fire
and EMS Units on display along with, Aero-medical Helicopters, Fire
Truck Bouncy House and a special Visit from Smokey the Bear. Memebrs
of the FHC wore Pink T-Shirts to show there support for Breast
Cancer Awareness.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
ROPES and KNOTS CLASS
October 6th -
Training class today
was ropes and knots. We also went over the correct way to strap
someone into a stokes basket. Special Thanks to Brian Alleman for
taking time out of his busy schedule to assist us.
 
 
Photos By:FHC1
BOROUGH CRASH
September 26th -
Dispatched at 1103 hrs.
to Green St & N High St. for Vehicle Accident. Arrived to find 2
vehicles involved. Assisted EMS with patient and checked vehicles
for hazards and spills. Fire Police remained to direct traffic.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
TRUCK FIRE
September 25th -
Dispatched at 1753 hrs.
to 600 blk. Centerville Road in West Pennsboro Twp. for Pick Up
Truck on fire. Arrived to find fire in cab and bed of truck.
Handline off E247 for extinguishment. Occupant was hauling hay bales
in bed of truck and caught fire from disposed cigarette.
 
Photos By: Ocker Photography
FIREMAN'S CONVENTION PARADE
September 15th -
Members of the FHC
attended the Cumberland County Volunteer Firefighter's Association
Convention Parade that was held in New Kingstown. Crews came back
with 4 Awards.
 
1st Place - Best Hand Drawn
2nd Place - Best Fire Co. Owned Antique
 
2nd Place - Best Appearing Mini Pumper
3rd Place - Best Appearing Engine/Rescue
GREAT JOB BY EVERYONE
9-1-1 MEMORIAL SERVICE
September 11th -
Members of the
Friendship Hose Company and surrounding fire companies attended the
9-1-1 Memorial Services held the the Fountain in Newville.
Firefighters. EMS, Police Officers and citizens came together to
remember all those who lost their lives 11 years ago.
 
 
Photos By: Andrew Thumma
MILK TANKER OVERTURNED
W/ENTRAPMENT
September 5th -
Dispatched at 1203 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Twp. Roxbury Road just off Doubling Gap Road for
Vehicle Accident involving Milk Tanker Truck. Crews arrived on the
scene to find driver of vehicle laying beside the truck with his
legs trapped underneath. Crews worked to free the driver and he was
then transported to Landing Zone. Crews also worked to contained
milk spill.
 
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
CRASH WITH FLYOUT
August 31st -
Dispatched at 12717
hrs. to the 200 blk. of Brandy Run Road in Upper MIfflin Twp. for
Vehicle Accident with Rollover. Arrived on the scene to find truck
back upright and driver out of vehicle. EMS requested Aero-medical
to fly to the scene. Crews assisted EMS with patient and also
checked truck for spills and leaks. Truck was hauling fertilizer, no
spills or leaks.
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
PATH VALLEY PARADE
August 18th -
Members of the company
attended the Path Valley Parade with Mini Pumper 47. Crews came back
with 1st place Special Unit (Mini Pumper) and the Keith Hess
Memorial Award.
MOBILE HOME FIRE
August 14th -
Dispatched at 0358 hrs.
to Penn Twp. 231 Southside Drive for Structure Fire. Units arrived
to find fully involved mobile home. E247 arrived and crew assisted
with pulling tin and overhaul. E247 hauled 2 loads of water.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
SHED FIRE
August 9th -
Dispatched at 1309 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Twp. 534 Shed Road for Shed Fire. Units arrived to
find fire out. Crews performed salvage and overhaul, and cleared the
scene at 1340 hrs.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
August 7th -
Friendship Hose Company
participated in National Night Out 2012. Members of the FHC & UFFC
did a Mock DUI crash, apparatus displays and tours.
 
 
 
Photos By: FHC1
OVERTURNED ON THE "I"
August 1st -
Dispatched at 1151 hrs.
I-81 NB MM 37.9 for Auto Accident with vehicle overturned. Arrived
on the scene and assisted EMS with patients before being placed
available by Command 50.
Photos By: FHC1
DUAL ENTRAPMENT
July 21st -
Dispatched at 1953 hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 192 Carlisle Road for Auto Accident with
Entrapment. Lt. 141 on the scene confirming 2 subjects trapped in
single vehicle. Crews arrived on the scene and began extrication of
victims. EMS requested aeromedical to respond. Both subjects
extricated from wreckage in 20 minutes. EMS transported both
subjects to Big Spring High School for Landing Zone. Life Lion and
Stat13 both transported. Great job by everyone involved.
 
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
FATAL ON THE "I"
July 7th -
Dispatched at 0655 hrs
to Penn Twp. I81 NB Mile Marker 39 for Vehicle Accident overturned.
Crews arrived to single single vehicle off the road and into trees.
Class 4 patient found. Crews checked for leaks, hazards and secured
the scene.
 
Photos By: Bradley Stouffer
CARLISLE ROAD CRASH
July 5th -
Dispatched at 1204 Hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 37 Carlisle Road in the area of Saylor's
Market for vehicle accident. Arrived to find 2 vehicles involved, FD
assisted EMS with patient removal. No other services required, box
available.
 
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
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11:50 |
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2012 Polaris Sportsman 500
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Shermans Dale |
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12:05 |
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Mossberg 935 Magnum 28" |
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Salvage Ultimate Pkg 308 Win |
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Ithica Deer Slayer II 12 Ga. |
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Rem 870 Super Mag Camo Turkey/Waterfowl |
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Savage Ultimate Pkg 243 Win |
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CZ 527 Varmit .223 |
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1:00 |
5198 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4X4 |
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Shippensburg |
PA |
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5968 |
CZ 453 17 HMR |
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Mt. Holly Spr. |
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3721 |
Benelli Super Nova Max-4 12 Ga. |
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Allen McElwain |
Newville |
PA |
1:15 |
8360 |
Savage 16/116 Bear Hunter .300 WSM |
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Timothy Price |
Danville |
PA |
1:20 |
1125 |
Remington 700 SPS DM .7mm Mag |
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Timothy Price |
Danville |
PA |
1:25 |
2598 |
Savage Ultimate Pkg 270 Win |
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Joel Sharp |
Boiling Springs |
PA |
1:30 |
7649 |
Weatherby Mark V Synthetic 270 Win |
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No Name |
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1:35 |
2112 |
Weatherby Vanguard 300 Win Mad |
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Brian Graham |
Carlisle |
PA |
1:40 |
8825 |
Mossberg 535 Turkey Thug with Red Dot |
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William M Witter |
Newville |
PA |
1:45 |
0413 |
Smith & Wesson 629 6-1/2" Barrel 44 Mag |
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Ann Lease |
Shoemakersville |
PA |
1:50 |
8437 |
CZ 450 22L |
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Bryan Cocn |
Mechanicsburg |
PA |
1:55 |
9036 |
Mossberg 935 Magnum 28” |
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Brent Wilbur |
Whiting |
VT |
2:00 |
1779 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
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Robb Russell |
Shippensburg |
PA |
2:05 |
5476 |
Savage Ult Pkg 300 Win Mag |
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Sean Martin |
Newville |
PA |
2:10 |
1479 |
Remington 700 SPS 30-06 Win |
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Crystal Brubacker |
Shippensburg |
PA |
2:15 |
9466 |
Remington XCR Bone Collector 30-06 |
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Earl Smith |
Ickesburg |
PA |
2:20 |
0037 |
Glock 22 40 S&W |
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No Name |
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2:25 |
3999 |
Remington 700 SPS .223 |
|
Ronald Karper |
Carlisle |
PA |
2:30 |
2291 |
Ithica Deer Slayer II 12 Ga. |
|
Jeff Boyer |
Marysville |
PA |
2:35 |
6651 |
CZ 527 Varmit .223 |
|
James Elash |
|
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2:40 |
8869 |
Remington 700 SPS 308 Win |
|
Carri Bear |
Carlisle |
PA |
2:45 |
4389 |
Horton Vision 175 Pkg |
|
Andrea Geesman |
Shippensburg |
PA |
2:50 |
4889 |
TC Venture Weather Shield 270 Win |
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Mike Hamilton |
Newville |
PA |
2:55 |
1685 |
Mossberg 835 Turkey/Deer Combo |
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Robert Browne |
Newville |
PA |
3:00 |
5111 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
|
Michael Whitman |
Carlisle |
PA |
3:05 |
9132 |
Savage Ultimate Pkg 30-06 |
|
No Name |
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3:10 |
7138 |
Remington 700 SPS 270 |
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David Lehman |
Carlisle |
PA |
3:15 |
7804 |
Ruger S. Redhawk 7-1/2: 44 Mag |
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Brian Bock |
Bethleham |
PA |
3:20 |
5075 |
Weatherby Vangaurd 30-06 |
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Shippensburg |
PA |
3:25 |
4885 |
Remington 700 SPS 300 Win Mag |
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Dillsburg |
PA |
3:30 |
9684 |
CZ 550 Safari Mag 375 H&H |
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Jim Brownawell |
Shermans Dale |
PA |
3:35 |
8801 |
Savage Ultimate Pkg 7mm/08 |
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Keith Mullen |
Carlisle |
PA |
3:40 |
4003 |
Remington 700 SPS 270
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Dan Parson |
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3:45 |
2357 |
Savage Predator Hunter Pkg Snow Camo .223 |
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Charles Peterman |
Boiling Springs |
PA |
3:50 |
0073 |
Remington 700 SPS 223 Win |
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Paul Tait |
East Berlin |
PA |
3:55 |
7807 |
Remington 700 SPS 308 Win |
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James Armold Jr. |
Newville |
PA |
4:00 |
2586 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4X4 |
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Kraig Herman |
York |
PA |
4:05 |
2677 |
Remington 887 SPS MO Break-Up Camo |
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Darrin Williams |
Carlisle |
PA |
4:10 |
3780 |
TC Tenture Weather Shield 270 Win |
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Jim Shutzman |
Mechanicsburg |
PA |
4:15 |
5247 |
Marlin XLR Lever Action 45/70 |
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Ryan Ditch |
Waynesboro |
PA |
4:20 |
4523 |
Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 300 WSM |
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Douglas Hair |
Newville |
PA |
4:25 |
9380 |
Remington 870 Express Super Mag Camo |
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Newburg |
PA |
4:30 |
7522 |
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Tower City |
PA |
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5191 |
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Walnut Bottom |
PA |
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2299 |
Benelli Super Nova Max-4 12 Ga |
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No Name |
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4:45 |
8943 |
Remington 700 SPS Stainless 300 Win Mag |
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Carlisle |
PA |
4:50 |
9599 |
Mossberg 835 Combo 12 Ga |
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Newville |
PA |
4:55 |
8153 |
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PA |
5:00 |
3495 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
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0627 |
Remington 870 Exp Waterfowl 12 Ga 3 ½” |
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PA |
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1403 |
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4722 |
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PA |
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4386 |
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PA |
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4710 |
Savage Ultimate Pkg 700/08 |
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PA |
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9534 |
Weatherby Mark V Synthetic 270 Win |
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Millerstown |
PA |
5:35 |
4946 |
Weatherby Vanguard 30-06 |
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PA |
5:40 |
5461 |
Rem 870 Super Mag Camo Turkey/Waterfowl |
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Liberty |
PA |
5:45 |
4115 |
TC ICON 308 |
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King George |
VA |
5:50 |
1575 |
Remington 700 SPS 308 Win |
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Harrisburg |
PA |
5:55 |
8482 |
Weatherby Vanguard 30-06 |
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PA |
6:00 |
5012 |
2012 Polaris Sportsman 500 4x4 |
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8655 |
Mossberg 835 Ultimate Mag Max-4 12 Ga |
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PA |
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Weatherby Vanguard Series II 300 WSM |
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PA |
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3988 |
Remington 11-87 Sportsman Super Mag
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PA |
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2029 |
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PA |
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0872 |
CZ 527 Varmit .223 |
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PA |
6:30 |
2581 |
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Newburg |
PA |
6:35 |
1866 |
Remington 700 SPS DM .7MM Mag |
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6:40 |
1952 |
Weatherby Vanguard .338 |
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Carlisle |
PA |
6:45 |
1508 |
Remington 700 XCR II .270 Win |
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James Shumberger |
Shippensburg |
PA |
6:50 |
4801 |
Savage Ultimate Pkg 77/08 |
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Kurt Evans |
Harrisburg |
PA |
6:55 |
0488 |
Remington 700 SPS .270 Win |
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Gardners |
PA |
7:00 |
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Gas Grill Serial #
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Photos By: Myra Barrick
STATE CHAMPIONS LADY DOGS
June 15th -
Congratulations to the
Big Spring Girls Softball Team on your 2012 PIAA State Championship.
 
Photos By: Denny Clopper
ENTRAPMENT IN THE MOUNTAINS
June 14th -
Dispatched at 1352 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Twp. Elk Hill Rd off Doubling Gap Rd for Dump Truck
down embankment with entrapment. Units arrived to find dump truck
into a tree with male driver entrapped. Crews worked for the next 65
minutes to free the driver from the wreckage. Rescue personnel had
to stand on ladders on drivers side due to steep terrain. Driver was
then transported by ground to Hershey Medical Center.
 
 
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Photos By: Denny Clopper
ASSIST ON FATAL ACCIDENT
June 11th -
Dispatched shortly
before noon to Penn Twp. Walnut Bottom Road and Centerville Road for
Auto Accident. Headquarters advised the Lt. 247 on the scene with 3
ejected from vehicle and requested Aeromedical Services to fly. Fire
and EMS units arrived to find a total of 10 in the van, 1 in dump
truck and 1 class 4. A147 and A247 took 3 patients to Co. 50 station
to be flown. Co. 50, 49 and 47 personnel assisted the remaining
patients. A total of 6 BLS, 3 ALS and 3 Aeromedical Services were
used.
 
Photos Courtesy of the Sentinel
3 GRADUATE FROM 2 SCHOOLS
June 8th -
Three members of the
Friendship Hose Company have graduated this year from 2 different
schools. Derick Bobb and Travis Sims from Big Spring High School and
Jake Vannaken from Shippensburg Area Senior High School.
Congratulations to them and the entire "Class of 2012".
Derick Bobb
In Memory of:
ETHAN LYNN
AMSBAUGH
Member January 13, 2009 - June
2, 2012
Ethan L. Amsbaugh 22, passed away
Saturday June 2, 2012 from a vehicle accident
involving an ambulance from the Mount
Union Fire Company in Huntingdon County, Pa.
Our Hearts and Prayers go out to the
Amsbaugh Family, Mount Union Fire Company
and Priority Response Ambulance.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
ETHAN L. AMSBAUGH; FF/EMS PROVIDER
Friday June 8, 2012 10:00am
St. Patrick's Church
85 Marsh Drive, Carlisle, PA 17015
VIEWING WILL START AT 10:00 AM FOLLOWED BY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL.
All request to attend or bring Fire or EMS
units should be forwarded to Fire Chief Joel Griffie by phone
717-226-7017 or email
griff4701@embarqmail.com
with number of units and members attending.
STORM DAMAGE
June 3 -
Dispatched at 1740 hrs.
to Lower Mifflin Township 39 Roxbury Road for Structure Damage from
Storm in the area. Crews arrived and found metal roof blown
completely off house. However house had a shingle roof underneath,
no other damage to the structure. Assisted removing metal roof to
secure area.
 
Photos By Chassy Ocker
LANDING ZONE ASSIGNMENT
May 30th -
Dispatched shortly
after 1800 hrs. to Upper Frankford Twp. 390 Mohawk Road for vehicle
accident. Fire and EMS arrived to find single vehicle into tree with
unresponsive subject. Aeromedical services were requested and Rescue
47 was assigned to handle the Landing Zone. LZ48 was established at
Mohawk and Hunters Roads. Assisted with getting patient into Life
Lion Helicopter. No other services required.
 
Photos By Chassy Ocker
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 2012
May 28th -
Newville Memorial Day
Parade was held today. 1916 American LaFrance Antique made it's
first appearance in several years. Steve Salisbury was the driver
and Bruce Conover, X Fire Chief and longtime member was riding
shotgun.
 
 
Photos By Denny Clopper & Doug Lindsay
RITNER HIGHWAY CRASH
May 23rd -
Dispatched at 1534 Hrs.
to West Pennsboro Twp. 3571 Ritner Highway for Vehicle Accident with
poss. entrapment. 2nd call advising all occupants out of vehicles.
EMS arrived and checked on occupants, all refusing treatment. Fire
Dept. checked vehicles for hazards and spills. Small fluid spill
controlled with hi-dry. Fire Police assisted with traffic control,
no other services required.
 
Photos By Denny Clopper
NATIONAL EMS WEEK
May 20th -
National EMS Week is
May 20-27, 2012. Mayor Dr. Becky Barrick signed a Proclamation
honoring the men and women who give all to the citizens of the
community
L to R: Ron Stum, W/S Paramedic Jason
Beddia, Mayor Dr. Becky Barrick,
EMS Chief Troy Wiser, and Darci Newcomer
Photo By Denny Clopper
FIREFIGHTER 1 ACADEMY ALMOST
DONE
May 19th -
About 2 dozens men and
women from several fire companies have been Training to become
Firefighter 1 certified. Friendship Hose Company hosted the class
which started in the end of February and will finish up in early
June. Firefighters are from Co. 47, 36, 41, FC11, FC21 and PC4. Last
Saturday was structure burn class at the Franklin County Training
Center.
 
 
 
 
 
Photos By: Denny
Clopper
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. Carson joined June 13, 1989.
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
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