http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/rss News articles published on firestation24.com using RSS 2.0 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:21:42 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=219 Receiving a Recording when Calling 9-1-1? – Do Not Hang Up Occasionally, usually during severe storms with wide-spread power outages, more 9-1-1 calls are made than can be answered. During these times, after a few rings the caller will receive a recorded message letting the caller know that they have dialed 9-1-1 and all telecommunicators are busy. The recording will instruct the caller to stay on the line, except if they are calling to report a power outage. If this is the case, the caller will be instructed to call their electric provider. Even during these busy times, callers should not hang up once they have dialed 9-1-1. Even with a hang up, we still receive your phone information, and have to call back and verify that you do not need assistance; this COULD DELAY HELP FOR SOMEONE ELSE WHO NEEDS IT. If you dial 9-1-1 by error, simply let the call-taker know when they answer the call. The call-taker may ask some questions to verify that the call was dialed in error and that you truly do not need help. If you have questions about calling 9-1-1, feel free to contact us at 610-344-5000 and ask to speak with someone in the 9-1-1 Operations Division or Public Information Officer. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:56:02 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=219 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=218 This year's annual Breakfast with Santa will be held on December 18th at the Red Clay Room from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. Cost is $7.00. Ages 2 and under are free. Includes picture with Santa Claus. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive $1.00 off admission. Food will be donated to the Kennett Area Food Cupboard. RED CLAY ROOM: 423 Dalmatian Street, Kennett Square PA. Reservations NOT REQUIRED but preferred: 610-444-4810 between 8 AM & 3 PM, Voice mail available after hours, or by email at breakfastwithsanta@firestation24.com Benefits The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:22:26 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=218 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=217 In the late evening of Tuesday September 29th, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company was alerted to assist The Avondale Fire Company (Station 23) in the area of Sharp and Hillendale Roads for a Hay Bale Fire. Chief 23 arrived on scene to find large hay bales on fire, requesting additional man-power and tankers for water. Engine 24-1 and Brush 24 responded to assist 23 crews with manpower at the scene. Tanker 24 conducted water supply with Tanker 23, Tanker 19, and Tanker 36. Crews worked through out the night fighting the fire and was placed under control by Chief 23 after 5:00AM on Wednesday September 30th. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:47:08 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=217 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=215 On Monday August 29th 2011, the Kennett Fire Company was alerted to Nine Gates Road in Kennett Township for a reported Car Fire. Engine 24-1 responded and arrived on scene to find one vehicle in the roadway well off. Chief 24 established command and the crew from Engine 24-1 stretched a 2 inch attack line into service. The Engine 24-1 crew knocked down the bulk of the fire. It was evident that the fuel tank of the vehicle had ruptured, therefore class B foam was applied to the fire. The fire was placed under control and 24 units cleared the scene shortly after. Photos by Doug Rivell. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:06:51 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=215 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=216 With the landfall of Hurricane Irene on the east coast, The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 members manned Station 24 in preparation for a busy weekend. 24 crews manned apparatus and handled a variety of storm related calls, from water rescues to wires down calls. During the Hurricane, The Kennett Fire Company Water Rescue Team assisted the Kennett Square Police Dept. with evacuations on South Street between Broad St. and Taylor St. in Kennett Square Borough. Evacuations were conducted as a result of rising flood waters. Residents were brought the Kennett High School and later transported by bus to the Avon Grove High School for shelter. In the early morning hours of Sunday August 28th 2011, The Kennett Fire Company Water Rescue Team was alerted to the Avondale Apartments in Avondale Borough to assist The Avondale Fire Company (Station 23) for a water rescue evacuation. Squad 24 responded and arrived on scene with Boat 24-1 and Boat 24-2 as well as Brush 24 for additional man power. Crews were deployed to each apartment to evacuate residents due to rising flood waters. Boat 24-1 and 24-2 were put into service to transport residents to a staging area . Over 60 residents were rescued from the apartment complex. Residents were transported by school bus to the designated storm shelter at the Avon Grove High School. 23 and 24 units cleared the scene after it was determined that all residents were evacuated. Photos by Tom Kelly of The Daily Local News. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 18:38:32 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=216 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=214 On the morning of Monday June 6th, 2011 Kennett Fire Company was alerted to N. Union Street and Sickle Street in Kennett Square Borough for an Auto Accident with Entrapment. Chief 24 (Melton) responded and arrived on scene to find one SUV overturned with one occupant trapped inside the vehicle after it had struck a tree head-on. Chief 24 established Union Street Command. The crew from Engine 24-2 (CAPT24 M. Plumley) arrived on scene and stabilized the vehicle with rescue struts and went to work the hydraulic tools to flap the roof of the SUV. 24 crews worked to free the patient from the vehicle utilizing the "Jaws of Life". Penn Star 2 Helicopter was placed on stand-by per EMS on the scene. Engine 24-1 (LT24A Rivell) responded and secured a landing zone for Penn Star 2 at a near by field. The patient was flown via Penn Star 2 to a trauma center for treatment. 24 crews cleared the scene after clearing the roadway of fluids and debris. Photos courtesy of Tom Amico and Tim Shelton. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:27:15 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=214 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=213 On Thursday June 2nd 2011 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 was alerted for an Hay Bale on Old Limestone Road in New Garden Township. Engine 24-6 responded to assist Avondale with a Water Tanker Shuttle. While conducting suppression operations, Station 23 was alerted for a 2nd Hay Bale fire on the 100 block of Cooper Road in New Garden Township. Units cleared the scene and headed to the second call, crews were notified that there were a couple thousand tons of hay bales on fire. Upon arrival to the second incident crews found numerous hay bale piles on fire and settled in for what would be a long operation. Station 24 crews switched out fresh manpower during the incident while Engine 24-2 conducted suppression operations on the west side of the hay bale pile. After the incident was placed under control, the final 24 Units were clear nearly 18 hours later. Thank you to the Lima Fire Company (Delco Station 69) for standing by at our station during the incident. http://www.dailylocal.com/articles/2011/06/04/news/doc4de98f8e67213542870677.txt Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:39:51 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=213 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=212 On Monday May 30th, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 participated in the annual Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade. Kennett Fire Company units lined up on Birch Street and paraded through town in support of those who have served. The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 would like to extend a special thank you to all those men and women who have served this great country. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:15:13 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=212 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=211 On Wednesday May 25th, 2011 Ambulance 24-1 and MICU 25 were dispatched to Ewart Rd. in Kennett Township for an ALS fall victim. Immediately after dispatch Ambulance 24-1 responded and requested a helicopter and the Fire Department as initial reports were that the patient had fallen approximately 40 feet from a telephone pole and was entangled in electrical wires. EMS crews arrived on scene and conducted rapid care after it was determined that the downed power lines were not live as it was shut down by PECO conducting maintenance at the time. Chief 24 arrived on scene and established Ewart Road Command. A landing zone was established by Engine 24-1 and a Penn Star helicopter landed. The patient was quickly loaded into Penn Star and transported to a trauma center for further care. Thu, 26 May 2011 20:21:03 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=211 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=208 On Saturday June 11th, 2011 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM 1st National Bank in Kennett Square will be hosting a Car Wash to Benefit the Kennett Fire Company. Come out and Support your local volunteer fire company and get your car washed! Car wash donations of only $3.00 per car. Car Wash from 9:00AM to 2:00PM at the 1st National Bank, 126 W. Cypress St. Kennett Square, PA 19348 Wed, 25 May 2011 23:00:33 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=208 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=210 Just before 6:00 AM on Thursday May 19th, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company was dispatched to the intersection of E. Cypress St. and S. Union St. for a reported Auto Accident with Entrapment. Chief 24 quickly responded and arrived on scene reporting a two vehicle accident blocking the roadway with one vehicle over-turned and negative entrapment. The crew from Engine 24-2 assisted the Ambulance crews with patient care, and then cleared the roadway of debris and fluids. One patient was transported to Chester County Hospital and another to Jennersville Regional Hospital for further evaluation. 24 units were in service for approximately 45 minutes. Pictures courtesy of Tom Amico. Thu, 26 May 2011 20:21:15 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=210 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=207 On the morning of Saturday, May 14th, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 was on stand-by at the 22nd Annual Kennett Run. Kennett Fire and EMS crews strategically staged units at the finish line and at Route 1 and Route 82. Kennett crews were assisted by Westwood Fire Company EMS (Station 44), Avondale Fire Company EMS (Station 23), and Southern Chester County EMS (Medic 94). EMS crews handled approximately a half dozen medical emergencies during the race. After the race, participants and family members congregated at the park for post-run festivities and refreshments. A very special thanks to Westwood Fire Company EMS, Avondale Fire Company EMS, and SCCEMS Medic 94 for assisting us during the run. Tue, 17 May 2011 02:11:02 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=207 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=209 On Friday April 22nd, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 was dispatched to the intersection of State Street and Mill Road in Kennett Square Borough for a reported dumpster fire. Deputy 24 responded and arrived on scene to find a pile of trash well off. The trash had been dumped out of a trash truck when the fire started. Engine 24-1 responded an arrived on scene. The Engine 24-1 crew pulled a 2" attack line and knocked down the bulk of the fire. Engine 24-6 arrived on scene and hooked into Engine 24-1 to supply more water. Engine 25-1 stood-by at Station 24 until crews cleared the scene. 24 units were in service for approximately 45 minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Chester County Fire Marshal's Office. Thu, 26 May 2011 20:21:24 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=209 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=206 On Tuesday April 19th, 2011 members of Kennett Fire Company covered for Hockessin Fire Company (Station 19). Engine 24-2 along with Engine 23-2 (Avondale) and Ladder 25 (Longwood) stood by at Station 19. Crews were briefed with response orders and stood by until approximately 1600 hours. Fortunately crews did not have to respond to any alarms. Tue, 17 May 2011 01:40:34 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=206 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=205 On Monday April 4th, the elected Chief Officers of the Kennett Fire Company were sworn in at the Kennett Square Borough Council meeting. Chief Steve Melton will serve another term as Fire Chief, as well as Deputy Chief Bruce Mitchell and Assistant Chief Jeff Singer Jr. Newly appointed Assistant Chief Christoper Plumley also sworn in at the ceremony. Elected Chief Officers will serve a term of 2 years. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 18:57:48 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=205 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=204 Come join us for a stroll down "Memory Lane" At the Red Clay Room, 423 Dalmation Street Kennett Square, PA 19348. Featuring Mr. Jerry Blavat "The Geator with the Heater" Radio and Television Personality. Saturday, April 30, 2011 7:00 pm to 12:00 am. Doo-WOP Music, Classic Oldies and Dancing. Tickets are $40.00 per person, Includes: Lite Fare Beer, Wine and Soda. Make checks payable to Kennett Fire Company No. 1. For more information call (610) 444-4810. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:15:18 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=204 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=203 On Saturday March 5th, 2011 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 was alerted to Kaolin Road in Kennett Township for an auto accident with a vehicle reported over-turned . Engine 24-1 arrived and assisted the EMS crew with packaging of the patient for transport to the hospital. PECO was notified of a snapped utility pole. Crews also assited an in the care of and injured dog on the scene by providing pet oxygen. Pictures courtesy of Tom Amico. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 17:40:26 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=203 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=202 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 is proud to announce the addition of Ambulance 24-1. Ambulance 24-1 is a Horton Type 3 Ambulance on a 2006 Ford E-450 Super Duty Chassis. The new addition has replaced the old Ambulance 24-1, a 2001 Freightliner Sprinter by American LaFrance, a Type I ambulance. The new Ambulance 24-1 was placed into service in late December of 2010 and was previously owned by Berwyn Fire Company (Station 2), and is equipped with Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Stryker Power Stretcher, Triage and Mass-casualty equipment, Rehabilitation supplies for fireground stand-by's, and is Licensed by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Health with all necessary Basic Life Support supplies. Ambulance 24-1 is a great addition to the fleet and will be a great asset to better help serve our community. Mon, 21 Feb 2011 21:09:40 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=202 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=201 On the weekend of February 12th and 13th, The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 hosted an Ice Rescue and Emergency Response training course. The course was instructed by our long time instructors and friends at Whitecap Water Rescue Training, Todd Stahl, Greg Miller, Alex Myers, and Scott Davis. At the completion of the course, Kennett Fire Company Water Rescue team members are certified under the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and met NFPA 1670 Technician Level Standards. Team Members learned and obtained critical techniques to remove victims from the ice, involving: shore, boat and direct contact rescue techniques. Team members also reviewed several self-rescue techniques. The Kennett Water Rescue Team now has 16 members who have completed every training module under the Pennsylvania Fish and Game Commission Water Rescue. Previous courses included: Water Rescue and Emergency Response, Advanced Line Systems Rescue, and Emergency Boat Operations and Rescue. The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 is a critical component in the Chester County Rescue Task Force, specializing in water rescue, and look forward to serving the community and neighboring communities in Chester County. Other Departments that participated were The Downingtown Fire Department (Stations 45 & 46), and Media Fire Company (Delco Station 23). For more information please visit us on Facebook or visit: www.whitecaprescue.com Pictures courtesy of Steve Nuse. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:30:58 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=201 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=200 On the afternoon of Tuesday February 7th, the Kennett Fire Company No. 1 was dispatched to the 200 block of Old Kennett Road in Kennett Township for a reported auto accident with possible entrapment. Chief 24 responded and arrived on scene to find a two vehicle head-on collision, confirming entrapment. Old Kennett Command was established. Engine 24-1 responded and arrived on scene going to work with the hydraulic rescue tools to cut the patient free from the vehicle. Engine 25-2 arrived on scene and assisted using the rams to roll the dash. Extrication was completed in approximately 30 minutes. The patient was transported by MICU 25 to Crozer-Chester Medical Center for treatment. Pictures courtesy of Tim Shelton. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:09:21 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=200 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=199 On Wednesday December 8th, 2010 the Kennett Fire Company was dispatched for a reported house fire in the 100 block of Round Hill Road in Kennett Township. Assistant 24 arrived on scene to find a heavy smoke condition inside the residence as a result of a chimney fire and established Round Hill Road Command. Engine 24-1 arrived on scene going to work, clearing out the chimney of burning debris. Engine 25-1 assisted with a positive pressure ventilation fan at the front door to vent the smoke out from the residence. Units worked for approximately 30 minutes. Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:46:05 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=199 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=197 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 will host its annual Breakfast with Santa on Sunday December 12th, 2010 at the Red Clay Room, 423 Dalmation Street Kennett Square, PA. 19348 from 8-11am. Cost is $7.00 Age 2 and under is free, includes a picture with Santa. Bring a Non-Perishable Food Item for each person and receive $1.00 off each admission. Food will be donated to the Kennett Area Food Cupboard. Reservations NOT required but preferred by calling (610) 444-4810 between 8am and 3pm. Voicemail available after these hours or email at breakfastwithsanta@firestation24.com Event benefits The Kennett Fire Company No. 1. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:47:34 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=197 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=198 At 1616 hours on Wednesday November 17th, 2010 The Kennett Fire Company was dispatched for a reported dwelling fire on South Street in Kennett Square Borough. Arriving units found heavy smoke showing from the second floor of the house. Chief 24 arrived on scene and assumed South Street Command. Engine 24-2 arrived and advanced an attack line to the second floor of the structure, quickly knocking down the fire in a bedroom. Tower 24 arrived on scene shortly after to ladder the house and then conducted vertical ventilation on the roof. The fire was placed under control at 1637 hours. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:07:08 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=198 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=196 The Longwood Fire Company regretfully announces the passing of Firefighter James McGovern. Firefighter McGovern has been an active member of the Longwood Fire Company since 2008 and has been a top responded ever since. He graduated from The University of Delaware with a degree in Chemical Engineering and quickly became an asset to the fire company with the knowledge he obtained in school. Jim always had a smile on his face and was always positive in the darkest of circumstances. He was a model firefighter, always wanting to learn more and improve his service to the community. He set an example that every firefighter should strive to achieve. The Longwood Fire Company and the fire service as a whole has lost a valuable asset and he will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held in Jim's honor at the Red Clay Room in Kennett Square at 11:00am, doors will open at 10:00am. The Red Clay room is connected to the Kennett Fire Company located at 301 Dalmation Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Any company that wishes to attend the service must notify Fire Marshall John Weer no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, November 18. We ask that attending departments bring small apparatus as parking will be limited. The officers and members of The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 would like to send our thoughts and prayers to the family, friends, and fellow brothers and sisters of The Longwood Fire Company. Tue, 16 Nov 2010 21:10:54 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=196 http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=194 The Kennett Fire Company No. 1 and The Chester County Fire Marshals Office reminds residents November 7 is the end to "Daylight Savings Time".Turn the clocks back 1 hour and replace the batteries in all SMOKE DETECTORS and CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Remember to check all extension cords and holiday lights for any damage before installation. Turkey deep fryers are extremely dangerous and should be used with extreme caution. Keep out of buildings, off decks and away from all buildings. Use according to manufacture recommendations. Have a safe Thanksgiving. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:27:51 GMT http://www.firestation24.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=194