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Engine Transfer to Avondale
Aug 30 - This morning Engine 39-3 was dispatched by Chester County Fire Radio to relocate to Station 23 (Avondale) while they were out on a large haybale fire. The engine with a crew of 3 spend 4 hours at Station 23 and after assisting the returning units with repacking some equipment, returned to West Bradford. No calls were answered in the Avondale local, but a 2nd crew answered a fire alarm in West Bradford.
Assist to WCFD
Aug 6- In the early morning hours on Monday, August 6th, Stations 51, 53, and 55 Ambulance were dispatched the area of Chestnut and Wayne Streets in the Boro for an apartment fire. Initial reports to Chester County Fire Board stated that a passerby saw flames coming from the rear of the building. More reports began to come in, stating heavy smoke and fire coming from 345 W. Chestnut Street, and that evacuations of the building were taking place. Asst. 53 (McDonald) and Asst. 52 (Cotter) responded at 5:34 and were advised of the reports, and requested the “Working Fire Dispatch” bringing Station 52 for RIT, Medic 91, an additional Engine out of Station 39, PECO, and Fire Marshals. Engine 51-2 and Ladder 53 responded at 5:37. Asst. 53 and Engine 51-2 arrived on scene at 5:39, confirming the reports of heavy fire to the rear. Asst. 52 arrived and established the Chestnut Street Command. Engine 51-2s crew stretched a 1 ¾” hand line to the front of the structure while Ladder 53 began ventilation and search. Once reaching the second floor, the fire attack team opened the door to the involved apartment and encountered heavy fire conditions. A quick knock down was made and the primary search was found to be negative. Engine 51-1 arrived and went to the rear of the building, and stretched an attack line to the roof, while Engine 53 arrived and stretched an attack line to the second floor of the fire building via a second floor window to protect a neighboring apartment. A second line was pulled off of Engine 51-2 to protect the west side exposure. Command placed the fire under control at 6:04 and requested an air bank to the scene to fill air cylinders bringing Rescue 25. Crews worked extensively to check all apartments for extention and began overhaul of the building. The fire was found to have burned through the floor of the involved apartment, and the State and County Fire Marshals arrived and began their investigation. One civilian, the occupant of the apartment, was transported by 55 Ambulance with inhalation burns, as well as one firefighter with a minor laceration. Units began clearing the scene at 7:24, with remaining West Chester Units clearing at 8:30. The fire is under investigation by the State and County Fire Marshals and is believed to be electrical. 39 Units on scene: Engine 39-3 Special thanks to Station 51 for the story and pictures!! Vehicle Rescue Training Aug 30 - Tonight the members did some Vehicle Rescue training in preparation for the upcoming EMT recert class. Some of the members will be assisting with the class by providing vehicle rescue services for the trauma patients.
Fire Attack Training
August 23 - WBFC's focus on fire training continued this week. The members returned to the Embreeville Center for more fire attack training. With the addition of limited visibility. Introducing smoke really drove home some things for our newer members. August 16- The station's Thursday night training this week was on hose line placement and advancement. The members praticed deployment of hand lines and supply lines. Various types of fire attack and tactical scenarios were discussed. Everyone had a great time and learned alot.
Emergency Vehicle Operator Training August 11-12 Over the weekend several members of the WBFC Active Force attended Emergency Vehicle Operators training class held at the Westwood Fire Company. Sohn Stark, Joe Boyce, TJ Fairweather, Phil Moore and Joe Marks received training on the rules of the road for fire apparatus, and got to test their abilities on the compatency course. EVOC certification was also the final step for Sohn, Joe B, TJ and Phil in their quest for certification to drive Utility 39. Good job guys!!
Welcome back to some old friends!!! In the last few weeks, Station 39 has seen a return to service from some of our former active members. WBFC.org would like to welcome back Butch Collins, Brian Shertzer, and Phil Moore. All are senior firefighters and will make a welcome addition to the Active Force. |
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