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Tractor Trailer Crash in the Snow on RT 33 MARCH 03 - On Thursday, February 25, the HVFCo. was alerted at 23:09 hrs for a MVA on Route 33 North at mile 5.8. Initial reports of two jack-knifed tractor trailers were confirmed by 5351 (Chief Seip) upon arrival. 5351 established the 53 Command and confirmed that there were no injuries and two trucks were involved. Rescue 5341 proceeded to the scene, set up lighting, controlled hazards, and winched one ... (Full Story & Photos)

3 Vehicle MVA on the Pike FEBRUARY 22 - The HVFCo. was alerted at 1937 hrs. for a MVA with injuries on Nazareth Pike. Rescue 5341 responded under the direction of 5353 (AC Hinkel) with staffing of 5. 5341 arrived on scene, crews were assigned to the vehicles involved and 5353 established 53 command. 5341's crew de-energized the vehicles, controlled fluids and provided a safe area. Fire Police controlled traffic at Hollo Rd. and Gradwohl ... (Full Story & Photos)

Furnace Malfunction at Height of Storm FEBRUARY 10 - The HVFCo.#1 along with Nancy Run Fire Station 14 (1421) were dispatched for a possible commercial structure fire at the Trinity Lutheran Church in the 300 block of Nazareth Pike. 5352 (AC Boucher) gave the update of black smoke showing with a possible furnace malfunction. 5312 responded with staffing of 4, 5331 with staffing of 2, and 1421 and 1441 responded with full crews also. 5352 advised ... (Full Story & Photos)

New Engine Progressing Well FEBRUARY 09 - Several members of the apparatus committee made the trip to 4-Guys Fire Apparatus in Meyersdale, PA for the pre-paint inspection of Engine 5311. The members met with the department heads responsible for the work yet to be completed. Equipment placement, the electrical system, plumbing, and paint were all discussed and confirmed with the plant personnel. The trip was very productive, and the committee ... (Full Story & Photos)

Rescue runs Chimney Fire in Palmer Township FEBRUARY 06 - The HVFCo. was alerted at 12:48 hrs. to assist the Palmer Municial Fire Department (F27) with a Chimney Fire on Southwood Drive. Rescue 5341 responded with staffing of 6. 2751 (Fire Commissioner Grube) established 27 Command and 2752 (Assistant Chief Carr) was assigned Operations. Ladder 2721 arrived on scene and crews were assigned to the Roof Division and Division 1. Engine 2311 arrived on scene ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mid-Afternoon Rollover FEBRUARY 02 - The HVFCo. #1 and Vigilance Hose Co. (Rescue 5041) were alerted at 13:14 hrs. for a Motor Vehicle Accident with possible rescue. Upon arrival, the crews of 5341 and 5041 established a safety zone and secured the vehicle. A significant fuel leak was discovered and the crew of 5312 pulled one 1 3/4' line as a precaution. 5341's crew controled the fuel leak, and crews then assisted with debris ... (Full Story & Photos)

Palmer Township Barn Fire JANUARY 15 - The HVFCo. was alerted at 14:02 as part of the 1st Alarm for a Barn Fire on Van Buren Road in Palmer Township. 2751 (Fire Commissioner Grube) arrived on scene with a well involved barn and established 27 Command. 2752 (AC Carr) was assigned 27 Operations. Ladder 2721 arrived on scene, and the crew stretched an 1 3/4 handline to protect the exposure building and then put the ladder pipe in-service. ... (Full Story & Photos)

A Busy 2009 JANUARY 09 - 2009 has come to a close and the HVFCo.#1 had one of it's busiest years ever. The department answered 287 alarms (second to 305 in 2008). Our firefighters also completed thousands of hours of training, educational and public relations events. We have continued to update our equipment and are eagerly awaiting delivery of our new Engine 5311 in early 2010. The officers and members would like to thank ... (Full Story & Photos)