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Busy Weekend
July 27-29 While the members have not been busy lately with emergencies, we have been taking on an increasing number of special details. Friday, we accepted an invitation to cover the West Chester Fire Department with Rescue-Engine 39-3 while the members of the WCFD attended the annual FIREHOUSE convention in Baltimore Md. Covering with units from Newtown Square (Delco 41) East Brandywine (Station 49) and Kimberton (Station 61) the members ran 1 fire alarm. Engine 3 cleared after the 4 hour shift VERY well fed. Saturday, the members again served in a standby role, assisting the Kimberton Fire Company with coverage for the last night of their carnival. Again Engine 3 did the deed, however this time there were no calls to be had. The members enjoyed the hospitality of Chief Chuck Fields and the Kimberton crew, and returned to West Bradford shortly before midnight. Sunday capped a busy weekend, as Utility 39 attended a rescue day for the Chester County Emergency Services EMT class. The members assisted in a rehab role, checking vitals and providing nice cool drinks. Undaunted by the rain the students completed a full extrication scenario, and the Utility was released just before noon. Thanks to Martin's Corner for hosting the day. A VERY Special visit
July 19 - During tonight's work night at the Marshalton Station, the members received a very special visitor, Leo McCarthy. Ten months ago, Leo was involved in a near fatal accident that he and the members will surely never forget. Leo's jeep was hit head on by and intoxicated driver in a full size SUV. Leo, his fiancee and two strangers who were stranded and in need of a ride were seriously injured. After numerous surgeries and months of rehabilitation, Leo and his family were able to come to the firehouse to meet the people who came to his aid that night. Fire Chief Bill Buttner presented Leo with a courage award, as a testament to everything that Leo has been through. Everyone enjoyed the time spent together, and we look forward to keeping in touch with the family! July 12 - Tonight during weekly drill, some of the members traveled to Faith Baptist Church for some fire prevention. The members explained the role of the fire engines in the township, and demonstrated some of the equipment. After their return, the members did air pack maintenance and some unofficial time trials donning the SCBA.
Latest
Incidents Morning Accident
July 11- This morning brought another alert for a motor vehicle accident. The members were summoned to Telegraph Road west of Sugarsbridge Road for the report of a serious accident. Upon arrival, units found one vehicle into a telephone pole, with one patient. 39 units secured the scene while EMS attended to the patient. Units cleared in about 40 minutes. Units on location: Rescue 39, Engine 39-3, Traffic 39, Command 39 (Buttner), Ambulance 55-3, Ambulance 55-4, Medic 91-2, Medic 91-3 Pair of Accidents July 7 & 8 - The transition between the 7th and 8th was a busy one for the members of the WBFC. Shortly before midnight the members were dispatched to Marshallton Road in the area of Boulder Drive for a motorcycle vs. a deer. The members provided scene control and assisted EMS with loading the patient. Units cleared this accident after about an hour. Then shortly before 1 am, the company was dispatched to Strasburg Road in the area of Copes Bridge for another auto accident. This involved a vehicle vs. a guardrail. Again the members provided scene control and lighting for PSP while they investigated the cause of the accident. Units cleared just before 3am. Units on location: Rescue 39, Engine 39-3, Command 39, Traffic 39, Assistant 39 (G. Fairweather) Water Rescue/Search
July 7 - Just after 2200 hrs the Water Rescue assignment was dispatched to Embreeville Road east of Stargazers Road for a reported missing person in a kayak. State Police Embreeville received a report of a person who failed to return from kayaking around 1930 hours. After some background checking and an attempt to locate the person, PSP contacted CCFB to have the Brandywine River checked. Chief 39, Utility 39 with Boat 39, Brush 39 and Rescue 39 responded in minutes and arrived at the prescribed staging area. As the search was beginning to unfold, reports were received that the subject had been located in the area of Northbrook Canoe Company, unharmed. This incident was an incredible show of support and proper utilization of resources. Our thanks go out to all who assisted, including Chief 21 who was working the dispatch side. Units on location: Rescue 39, Utility 39, Boat 39, Engine 39-3, Brush 39, Traffic 39, Command 39, Squad 72, Boat 72-1, Boat 72-2, Dive Rescue 77-1,Dive Rescue 77-2, Squad 66, Engine 51-2, Ambulance 55-4, 55-20, Medic 93-4, Chester County Comm-1 (Crowding, Simpkins, Bell, Bynum), SkyFlight Care, Pennsylvania State Police.
Accident with Entrapment
July 5 - After a long night with little sleep, the members awoke to the tones again. This time we were summoned to Rt 322, east of Skelp Level Road for an accident with entrapment. Units arrived to find one vehicle off the road, overturned, with on subject still inside. Crews worked to open the rear hatch and remove the patient. Units cleared in about 45 minutes. Units on location: Rescue 39, Engine 39-2, Engine 39-3. Ambulance 55, Medic 91
Nighttime House Fire July 4 -Just as most of the members were getting ready to retire from a busy Holiday, Chester County Fire Radio alerted the Company, along with Station 46 (Minquas) and Good Fellowship Ambulance to the 1400 Block of Rome Road in Appleville Mobile Home Park for a possible dwelling fire. Chief 39 ( Buttner) was first on location reporting heavy smoke from the rear of the underside of a double-wide mobile home. Further investigation revealed an electrical short which caused a fire. An aggressive attack was successful in extinguishing the blaze. Units were on location for about 3 hours. Units on location: Engine 39-1, Engine 39-2, Engine 39-3, Tanker 39, Utility 39, Brush 39, Command 39, Engine 46-1, Engine 46-2, Air 36, Engine 51-2, Engine 25-1, FM-102 Standbys: Engine 37-2, Tanker 36
Engine Standby at the 38 House
July 4 - During the afternoon, Station 38 (Thorndale) was dispatched to a working house fire on Stirling Street. While the 38 House was involved in battling the fire, Station 39 was dispatched to cover Thorndale's run district. Shortly after Engine 39-3's arrival for the cover they were dispatched to the Rt 30 Bypass for an auto accident. The accident was deemed unfounded on the Bypass, and eventually discovered to be a property damage accident at the Rt 340 off ramp of the bypass. Engine 39-3 returned to Station 38. Units on location: Engine 39-3, Engine 31-2 (Sadsburyville) Thanks to Mike Murphy (EMC 39) for the picture!!!
Afternoon House Fire July 4- Shortly after being released from our standby for the Good Neighbor Day canoe races, the Company was dispatched to the 1200 blk of New Hampshire Drive, in the Brandywine Green Development for a dwelling fire. Engine 39-3 responded immediately along with Chief 39 (Buttner). Upon arrival, light smoke was showing from the eves and ridge of the garage roof. Further investigation revealed an electrical issue which caused a small fire in the garage attic. The companies returned after some overhaul work. Units on location: Engine 39-1, Engine 39-2, Engine 39-3, Tanker 39, Utility 39, Command 39, Rescue 38, Engine 38, Engine 51-2, Squad 51, Brush 51, Ambulance 55-1, FM-101
Good Neighbor Day
July 4- At the beginning of what was to be a busy day for the West Bradford Fire Company, the members took Utility 39 to provide EMS support for Downingtown Borough's Good Neighbor Day festivities. After standing by during the morning races, and the annual canoe race, Utility and Rescue 39 returned to the Poorhouse Road Station for what is becoming the annual July 4th Barbecue. USTC Fireworks July
3- Earlier in the year the officers of West Bradford were approached by
Greg Bayley of the United Sports Training Center about assisting with
a Fireworks display on July 3rd. After several months of planning an preparing,
the day arrived! Everything went off as expected. There were some minor
traffic issues, as usual with large events at the Complex, but there were
no other problems! Thanks to Modena, East Whiteland and Wagontown Fire
Companies for assisting on the grounds, and East Whiteland and Twin Valley
Fire Companies for protecting the Township during the event. See you next
year!!!
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