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Crash
sends one to the trauma center
At
00:17 hrs on Sunday morning the MVA assignent was dispatched for one car
into the trees at the intersection of SR2023 and SR247. 18-10 (Fortuner)
arrived on scene correcting the address to SR2023 reporting one vehicle
hard into the trees, one self-extricated with servere lacerations.
R-18 would provide lighting, control hazards and assist 18-9 with packaging
of the patient. 18-9 and the ALS truck would transport one to the
trauma center while R18 remained on scene with PSP until the vehicle was
removed. Crew cleared within 45 minutes. |
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Crews
handle snow and multiple runs during storm
As
the heavy snows began Thurday morning, crews prepared for worst in hopes
of a quiet storm. Due to the forecasts and discussions with County
EMA Officials, a crew was tasked with bunking in for the night to keep
the station open and assist with any evacuations if necessary. |
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As the
snow picked up, the first run was for a log truck rolled over on SR2008.
Units arrived to find the lone occupant self extricated and no hazards
from the truck. Units provided scene safety while the truck was righted.
The snow kept the crews busy throughout the night plowing with no runs
thankfully. As the dig out continued on Friday, crews handled multiple
EMS runs throughout the day.
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Ladder,Rescue
on Harford Box
On
Saturday morning February 20, L18 and the Rescue were part of a first alarm
assignment on Orphan School Road, Harford Twp. L18 arrived and positioned
on side A of the building with the crew assisting HE4 checking for extension.
Crews found the fire to be extended into the exterior wall and opened up
for extinguishment. R18 was staged at Orphan School and Creek Rd.
Crews operated for approximately one hour before clearing. Harford
12 had the Command. |
One
on its roof in area 24
Early
Sunday afternoon the MVA assignment was transmitted thru Lackawanna County
for the multi-car crash with rollover at Finch Hill Corners. E24,
R18, 24-9 and 18-9 would respond. Units arrived to find on car with
moderate frontend damage and an SUV on its roof with all occupants self-extricated.
R18 would handle the western traffic detail along with assisting with hazard
control. Units operated for approx 30 minutes. |
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IST
Course held
On
Monday evening February 1, the IST program kicked off in Clifford.
A great turnout of multiple agencies once again showed the support for
maintaining strong fundamentals for both new recruits and veterans. |
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Rescue
goes to work on 36 box
On
Monday morning at 0045hrs, the SRN was filled out for a working structure
fire on Tompkinsville Rd, Scott Township.
R18
would respond as part of the SRN. Originally tasked with the RIT
detail, Command would reassign the crew and split with Chief 18 handling
division 2 operations, Chief 18-2 handling the cascade and the remaining
crew assisting with overhaul and other duties. The stubborn fire would
require extensive opening up to locate the deep seated areas. Crews
operated for approximately 3hrs before returning to service. |
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run Sunday for the 18 House
The
day started early for the volunteers on Sunday. At approx 0300hrs,
the MVA assignment was transmitted at the 211southbound with a car resting
on the guardrail. R18 arrived to find a single car that had taken
down approximately 50’ of rail before coming to rest on the guardrail with
one occupant self extricated. R18 handled the scene safety and obtained
an EMS refusal for the occupant. HE4 was assigned the traffic detail
and 18-9 stood-by near the interstate. As units cleared, 18-9 was
sent to a medical emergency in the Township. R18 assisted on the run prior
to returning.
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afternoon brought another EMS run just prior to foul weather moving back
into town. As evening approached, 18-9 would run the third EMS call
of the day.
During
the EMS run, L18, R18 and the Tanker would be dispatched on the 24 box
on Rt 247. Units would be returned to service quickly by Command
24.
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As 18-9
was returning, a mutli-car crash would be dispatched at mm205.8 southbound.
Lt Price would arrive reporting a two car crash with one confined.
As the initial assignment units were responding, the second multi-car crash
would occur in the northbound at mm206. Chief 18 advised communications
to add Harford and 36 to the run with R59 and 59-9 to standby. 18
would handle the southbound crash along with Harford while 24 would handle
the northbound with 36. Units operated for approximately 90 minutes
while vehicles were removed and all lanes of traffic reopened.
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final run for the day would be transmitted at approximately 2300hrs.
R18 and 18-9 would respond as part of a first alarm assignment to mm213.8
northbound for a multi-car crash.
18-9
would go direct into the scene while R18 handled the initial blocker and
safety zone. Units returned just after 0000hrs. |
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5
run day rings in New Year
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After
two late New Year's eve runs, 2010 continued the steady pace for the volunteers
at 18. The afternoon brought to medical calls for 18-9. At approximately
17:30hrs, Station 18 along with Stations 28 and 52 were dispatched for
a one vehicle rollover on Rt374 with possible entrapment with the Communications
center not sure of the exact location. Uniondale 13 arrived on scene
confirmin the location as 18's first due and reporting one car on it's
roof with three self extricated.
R18
handled the hazards and traffic while 18-9 handled the EMS. E28-1
handled the traffic on the east side of the incident. |
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While
operating, the smoke investigation in a residence was dispatched.
Chief 18 asked for the structure box to be filled out as it was an unconfirmed
source. 18-24(Savino) arrived on scene reporting an overheated boiler
with steam venting from the unit. |
Command
held L18 and returned all companies while the crew assisted with removing
the fire from the boiler and ventilation.
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as crews cleared both the crash and the box, the MVA assignment was transmitted
for a one car rollover at 216 on the "I" bringing R18 and 18-9. R18
provided lighting and the scene block for HE4 while 18-9 was staged at
217. Units cleared within 40 minutes. |
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24
box ends four run day
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2000hrs on December 27, the 24 box was transmitted for a residential structure
fire on SR247, Greenfield Township. L18, T18, R18 and 18-9 were on
the assignment. Units arrived to find a light smoke condition in
the structure. |
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Command
requested L18 take the address and set the ladder for possible deployment.
L18 arrived splitting crews with the first assisting crews on division
1 and the second setting the rig awaiting an assignment. T18 and
the Rescue staged on SR247. A faulty outlet on Division 1 was the
apparent cause with no extension into the wall. Units cleared within
30 minutes.
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Confinement
on Creamery Road
At
approximately 14:45 hours on Wednesday afternoon, the MVA assignment was
transmitted on Creamery Rd, area 24. The run would bring R18, E24,
18-9, and 24-9. 24 arrived on scene correcting the address placing
the crash in 18’s first due. Crews found a one car rollover with the driver
still in the vehicle and went work stabilizing and removing the rear door
and B-post. The victim was placed in 18-9 for transport to the trauma
center. Units cleared a short time later. |
CO
alarm ends day
Around
1730hrs the CO run was dispatched for Old School House Rd, Lenox Township.
R18 and 18-9 would evaluate the residents for any symptomatic issues and
meter the residence with negative findings. Crews returned within
30 minutes
EMS
run starts Christmas Eve for the Volunteers
Just
before 0500, the EMS assignment would send 18-9 out early on the medical
run – continuing the busy week for 18-9.
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18
Triple pulls on 17 Box
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At approximately
1300hrs on Christmas Eve, the 17 box was transmitted for a working fire
on Spedini Hill Rd, Nicholson Twp bringing R18 and T18. Upon arrival
of Company 17, there was heavy fire venting from the rear of the residential
structure. R18’s crew was split with one crew opening up and the
second assisting with an attack line. Chief 18-2 was detailed to
water supply operations along with T18. Crews worked to get a knock
on the stubborn fire for approx one hour. Command 17 special called
L18 into the scene to assist in the overhaul. Units cleared at approx
1700hrs. Our thoughts are with the family of five who lost their home on
Christmas Eve. Photos
R18
handles the Santa detail
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annual Children’s Christmas party was held on Saturday afternoon after
postponement due to weather last weekend.
A great
crowd was on hand for face painting and singing with Jo-Jo along with refreshments.
The
guest of honor arrived aboard the Rescue to the Children’s delight.
Special thanks to Kevin and Melanie for organizing the successful event. |
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Early
morning rollover
At
approximately 0240hrs MVA assignment was transmitted for a one car rollover
on Rt106 in the area of the dug-out. Chief 18-3 marked on scene correcting
the address at SR106 and Mud road with one car on it’s roof with no occupants.
R18
arrived and established the safe zone along with lighting. Crews
searched the area with negative findings.
R18
and 18-9 remained on scene while PSP investigated and the recovery service
removed the vehicle. |
Sunday
brings triple shot to 18
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At
1100 hrs the MVA assignment was transmitted for the crash with ejection
on Rt 106 in front of the Clifford Hotel. Chief 24a marked on scene
correcting the address to SR2008 near Horton’s. Chief 18 arrived
establishing the “2008 Command” reporting the one car rollover with three
traumas – one serious assumed to be an ejection. 24-9, 41 EMS and
an additional ALS truck were requested into the scene. 18-9 and the Rescue
arrived and began treatment and triage of the victims. As this was
ongoing, the second crash was dispatched on SR374 for a one car MVA with
injury. E24 and 36-9 were dispatched to handle the incident.
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Chief
24A arrived establishing the “374 command” confirming one transport, no
entrapment. Prior to apparatus arriving at the 374 incident, Crash
#3 was transmitted at the intersection of Rt106 and Rt374 - car vs.
truck. With all patients enroute to the hospital from crash #1, the
Rescue crew headed to #3 along with E24 clearing the Rt374 run and 36-9.
Minimal services were required at #3 and R18 along with 36-9 would obtain
4 refusals. Once cleared, E24 and R18 would return to the SR2008
incident to assist with traffic and hazards while PSP completed their investigation.
With
the three crashes being dispatched on top of each other, a true team effort
by all involved provided a positive outcome.
Units
operating:
R18,
E24 , 18-9, 24-9, 36-9 , 28-3 standby, CH1, LA11
Intro
to Safety and Training System class planned
A
6.5 hours Introduction to Safety and the Training System (IST) class
will be sponsored by the Clifford Township Volunteer Fire Company and presented
by Bucks County Community College on February 1 & 2, 2010, from
6:30 p.m .until 10:00 p. m. Students in this course will become acquainted
with the basic structure of Pennsylvania's fire training system. They will
also be introduced to information which will help them protect their health
and safety during their fire service career. For additional information
or to enroll send an e-mail to Dave
Krizauskas.
Confinement
with fuel spill at 206
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On
Thursday evening at approximately 22 30 hourss, the MVA assignment was
transmitted for a tractor trailer rollover on the northbound bridges at
206 unknown cargo. R18, E24, 18-9 and 24-9 were on the response.
While
enroute, communications advised that PSP was on scene requesting units
expedite due to the driver being injured and confined to the cab. Chief
18-1 marked on scene establishing the “206 Command” reporting one patient
confined to the cab and an active fuel leak with exposures. |
R18 arrived
and split crews with one working the extrication while the second mitigated
the spill. Both operations were completed within 10 minutes of arrival.
E24 closed the interstate per PSP’s request and established a detour route
with assistance from Harford Fire Police. 18-9 transported one to
the local hospital. R18 and E24 remained on scene to assist with
lighting during the recovery operations. Units cleared in approximately
3 hours.
Saturday
brings 8 runs
The
runs began at approximately 04:00 hours on Saturday with a MVA assignment
transmitted for a one car MVA on Elkdale Rd, Clifford Township. Units
corrected the address to SR2003 reporting a one car crash with a cold vehicle
thru a culvert and into a field with no occupant. R18 arrived and
established lighting with the crew completing a search of the area with
negative findings. Units went back in service shortly after. |
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At
approximately 0630hrs R18 was dispatched along with Stations 28 and 52
for a MVA on SR374 in Herrick Twp. Communications advised Chief 18
of an incorrect dispatch and placed 18 back in service. Shortly after,
Uniondale 11 advised Chief 18 the corrected address was in 18’s district.
They were on scene of a one car crash with no entrapment. The Chief
requested 28 and 52 handle the run.
The
third run was dispatched at 0645hrs to assist Harford fire with R18 and
the Jitney for a missing person search. As units assembled for the
response the missing person was located.
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As
mid-day snow began to fall for the first time of the year, the Volunteers
knew it was only a matter of time. About an hour into the snow, the
MVA assignment was transmitted for a pickup truck rollover at 206.7.
Chief 18 marked on scene establishing the “206 Command” reporting a one
vehicle rollover just north of the bridges. R18 established a safe
zone and assisted 18-9 with EMS while E24 was detailed with traffic south
of the incident. |
While
operating in the northbound, a multicar crash surfaced on the southbound
bridges temporarily closing the southbound side. R36, HE4, 36-9 and
HA5 were requested to handle that incident. Chief 18-1 handled the
southbound side with the wreckage moving off the bridges to handle paperwork.
Operating units on the southbound stood-by while 18 and 24 operated in
the northbound.
At
approximately 0230hrs, a multi-car mva was dispatched at the 210.5 bringing
R18, HE4, 18-9 and HA5. PSP arrived and returned all companies with
no EMS required.
As
the crews settled in for the night with fingers crossed for quiet, the
MVA assignment was once again transmitted for the multi-car at 206 southbound
on the bridges. 18-13 arrived moments after dispatch reporting a
mini-van on the ramp with moderate damage. Moments later he transmitted
multiple cars crashing on the northend of the bridge also involving a charter
bus and tractor trailer. The assignment was upgraded accordingly
to address the exposure. As units approached, quick thinking PENNDOT
drivers had secured the interstate just north of the crossover to allow
emergency vehicles passage to the bridge. R18 arrived with Chief
18 establishing the “206 command”. The crew went to work establishing
lighting and triage along with 18-9. E24 was directed to access via
the southbound off ramp and establishing lighting on the south end with
HE4 taking the southbound traffic at mm207. Crews worked to extricate
5 victims for transport along with multiple refusals. One vehicles
occupants were confined which prompted the crews to remove the door.
Multiple departments worked the incident for approx 2hrs before clearing.
An excellent showing of teamwork brought a successful outcome.
During
the 206 incident, a minor MVA occurred at 208 northbound. Chief 24A handled
that crash assisted by 36-9.
L18
arrives with the Guest of Honor
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On
Friday evening, the Village of Clifford held the annual “Christmas Tree
Lighting” in the Village. R18 and 18-9 arrived early to assist in
setting up lighting and EMS for the event. As the crowd grew, and
the anxious little ones began to sing, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in
style aboard L18. The evening was a huge success thanks to all the
community agencies working together. |
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Christmas
Care breakfast a success
Sunday
morning was focused on fundraising for the less fortunate at the annual
Christmas Care breakfast. During the event, Ladies Auxiliary President
Ellie DeFazio presented Fire Company President Al Fortuner with two donations
– the first for $1,000 toward the Christmas Care Fund and the second $1,000
to assist the Fire Company with fuel.
The
Fire Company would like to express our appreciation of the continued support
of our Ladies Auxiliary. Thank you for all who attended to
support the event. We would also like to thank the Ladies Auxiliary
and the local youth group for helping at the breakfast.
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Rescue
crew handles fuel leak
At
approximately 2315hrs on December 2, the fuel spill assignment was dispatched
for a residence on Route 374 in Lenox Township. The caller
stated their 275 gallon home heating oil tank had a significant leak.
Chief 18-1 arrived confirming the 275 gallon tank in the basement of the
residence with a moderate leak. |
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R18
marked on scene with crews going to work establishing a containment pool
for the active leak and applying sorbent and pads to capture the spilled
product. County EMA was notified of the situation along with CGE
to secure the fuel. Units operated for approximately 3 hours before
clearing.
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18
ladder goes to work
on
United box
Just
as crews settled in for the night around 2300 hrs, 18 ladder was dispatched
as part of the third alarm assignment for a working structure fire on Church
Street in the Boro of Montrose. As United crews arrived, the 3 story residential
self vented and ignited the side D exposure. |
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L18
arrived positioning on the B/C corner with the crew splitting – one assisting
with overhaul and ventilation, as the remainder of the crew set the truck
and established a secondary water supply from a nearby hydrant. The ladder
returned to service around 4 am. |
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Reported
basement fire gets 1801 Box
At
approximately 1600 hrs on Wednesday afternoon the 1801 box was transmitted
for a working basement fire on Church Street, Clifford Township.
Chief 18-1 marked on scene with smoke showing from a two story residential.
L18 arrived on scene positioning at the A/B corner with the tanker right
behind. Command updated communications that it appeared to be a fire at
the furnace and was knocked down with a heavy smoke condition in all divisions.
First alarm units assisted with overhaul and ventilation with crews confirming
negative extension. Units operated for approximately 45 minutes prior
to returning.
Units
on the box: E24, E41, HE4, L18, R18, R59, SQ59, T18, T24, HT3, 18-9, HA2. |
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Congratulations
Coach Price
Life
member and corner stone of the annual Clifford Picnic, Jan Price, celebrated
her 300th career victory in Mountain View Girls volleyball recently.
This milestone is a direct reflection of Jan’s dedication and commitment
in her every endeavor. Great job Coach!
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Ladies
Auxiliary host Halloween party for the kids
On
Saturday October 31, the Ladies Auxiliary hosted a Halloween party for
the area children. With spooky decorations and costumes to match,
the Ladies provided a great afternoon for all. The kids enjoyed some
tasty treats from the from their ghoulish friends. Thanks Ladies
for sponsoring another great event. |
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Plenty
of work for the crew
On
Monday evening, the rescue crew traveled to Kozlowski’s Towing for a full
night of extrication practice.
Susquehanna
Fire Equipment brought along the Hurst Demo trailer to allow the crew to
train with some new technology offered by Hurst.
Hours
of tool time provided an excellent refresher for the seasoned and an eye-opener
for the new members. A special thanks to Ed Kozlowski for providing
the resources to make it a successful night. Photos |
Three
run Wednesday for 18
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morning started off early with a medical on 374 with cottage als handling
the call. The pace picked up once again around 5:30 with the mva assignment
being dispatched for the 1 car mva at the 206 south bound on ramp.
Chief
24B arrived and assumed the command with 3 patients 2 with minor and one
with moderate injuries. 18-9 arrived and started patient care with the
rescue arriving shortly after handling scene safety and assisting ems.
Engine 24 and 24-9 arrived with the engine taking traffic control and 24-9
and 18-9 transporting to CMC. |
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With Harford
Ambulance being request for the third patient, the rescue and Engine 24
remained on scene assisting PSP and the towing service. The third call
was dispatched around 7:30 for the assist to Station 24 for a dirt bike
accident in the wood area off 106. The rescue was returned to service with
18-9 and additional personnel remaining on scene to assist with the removal
of the patient.
18
ends Saturday with a multiple trauma roll-over
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On
October 10 at 1931 hours, Station 18 was dispatched for the 1-car MVA Rt
106 with ejection and confinement,with 5 patients total. LT18-B requested
BLS from Greenfield and both from Harford with the information from the
dispatch. Chief 18-3 arrived on scene assuming the 106 with one pick up
truck on it wheels with heavy damage with one ejected and one confined.
R-18 arrived on scene and went to work with a full deployment and extricated
the patient. 18-9 arrived and began triageing patients, eventually transporting
1 to CMC. 24-9, HA2, and HA5 all transported to CMC as well. R-18 remained
on scene for lighting and assisting PSP and Kozlowski Towing. All units
cleared around 2100 hours. Units operating: R-18, 18-9, 24-9, HA2, HA5. |
1802
Box starts Sunday
On
Sunday October 4, at approx 0345hrs, the 1802 box was transmitted for the
out building fire on Cameron Hill Rd. Chief 18-3 marked on scene
within minutes reporting the 24' x 40' out building already collapsed and
corrected the address to SR2035. L18 arrived and stretched (2) 1
3/4" lines to begin the overhaul. T18 established the initial water
supply to the ladder. After the initial knockdown, the ladder pipe
was placed into service being supplied by the tanker shuttle. The
remainder of the box was continued in to assist with overhaul. Units cleared
at approx 0640 hours.Units on scene: E24, HE1, L18, R18, R36, R59, T18,
T24, HT3, SQ59, 18-9 and 24-9. |
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L18
supports recruit program at 75
L18
traveled to area 75 on Sunday afternoon to support the FF Recruit program.
L18 along with Texas Tower 4 supplied ground ladders and aerial devices
for the ladders portion of the class.
The
FF’s were provided explanations on the similarities and differences for
both pieces of apparatus. |
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After
orientation was completed, the crews threw ground ladders and became familiar
with the aerials devices. Thanks to Station 75 for hosting the program.
Photos
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Sub-station
fire in area 24
On
Sunday evening, September 27, at approx 1800hrs, the 24 box was transmitted
for a large explosion with fire at the PP&L substation on Rt 106, Greenfield
Township. L18, R18 and the tanker were on the box. Chief 24
arrived with substantial arching on top of the transformer in the yard.
L18 and T18 were staged on the western side of the incident while R18 was
directed to the eastern side to establish the command post. Command
secured the area due to the inherent danger and contacted PP&L with
a size up. |
A short
time after arrival, a significant electrical event provided a large
arc which appeared to sever the energized conductors from the fault area
and ceased any obvious arcing in the substation. PP&L arrived
shortly after the event and secured the station. Command released
units prior to 2100hrs.
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R18,
18-9 and the Jitney
provide
EMS for run
On
Sunday morning, September 13, R18, 18-9 and the Jitney provided EMS and
rescue for the Rails-to-trails distance run. The run started in Forest
City, traversed thru Clifford Township, Uniondale Boro and made the return
loop in Herrick Township. FCFD, FCEMS, Station 18, E52, 51 ALS and
28-3 worked the detail. 18 handled a rehab area at the midway point,
two mobile treatment quads along with the RUV for transport. 18-9
staged on 171 and was reassigned to assist with start/finish line EMS.
Rescue 18 served as the events command post. Units returned just
prior to 1300hrs. |
L18
participates in 9-11 ceremony
On Friday
evening, September 11, L18 traveled to South Montrose to participate in
the 9-11 ceremony at the Danny Crissman memorial Park. L18 along
with United Tower formed the ladder arch which supported our Nations Flag
for the ceremony. The Officers and Members of Clifford Fire were
honored to be a part of the ceremony.
Rescue
and 18-9 on Regional Drill
On
Saturday August 29, the Rescue and 18-9 headed into Susquehanna County
to participate in a Regional Exercise coordinated by Susquehanna/Bradford
EMS and hosted by in New Milford’s first due. The exercise was focused
on the Regional MCI plan as well as the Decon task force within the County. |
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As part
of the multi-agency response, Rescue 18 was part of the first alarm assignment
detailed as the command post. As additional resources were summoned,
a portion of the rescue crew assisted with Decon task force responsibilities.
18-9 handled EMS and rehab for the task force. Both R18 and 18-9
are active resources with the Northeast Regional Terrorism Task Force representing
Susquehanna County in the 8 county district. Photos
Early
morning crash
Friday
morning started early for the volunteers with a 0515hrs dispatch for the
MVA, vehicle rollover, on Church Street, Clifford Township. Chief
18-1 marked on scene confirming the report and unable to locate a victim.
Upon further size-up, found that the vehicle was cold to the touch and
advised the communications center this incident happened some time ago.
The rescue arrived and completed a perimeter search with negative findings.
All units cleared within 30 minutes. |
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3
vehicle-double entrapment on the “I”
On
Sunday morning August 23, at approximately 02:00 hours, Rescue 18 and 18-9
were dispatched on a first alarm MVA assignment at mm217 in Harford’s first
due.
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Communications
transmitted there would be at least three vehicles involved. Shortly
after dispatch, Communications advised Harford 11 (Phelps) there were two
passenger vehicles and a tractor trailer involved with two entrapped.
Additional resources were added to the run with the new information.
HE4 would arrive and begin access to the occupants. Command requested
a full deployment off R!8 upon its arrival with the crew from 18-9 assigned
one of the trauma patients. R18 and HE4 would take the roof and the
driver’s side to extricate the patients. Once all patients were extricated,
R18 remained on scene with lighting for PSP. |
During
the response, a crash at the 211 was transmitted in 18’s first due.
E24, R36 and 24-9 would be on the move up with nothing found in the area.
Units would head north and find an additional crash in the back-log of
the first. With minimal services required, a vehicle fire was transmitted
in the back-log as well and would be handled by the move up units.
R18 returned to service at 05:30hrs.
R18,
18-9 on multiple traumas
in
area 24
Monday
afternoon August 17, at approx. 1315hrs, Rescue 18 and 18-9 were
dispatched on the assist to station 24 for the two car mva van roll over,
at the intersection of 106&247. As the rescue went enroute command
was requesting additional ALS and BLS units for the multiple adult and
pediatric patients with a total of 5 patients on scene. |
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The rescue
arrived and provide a blocker for the scene with the crew assisting with
patient care and packaging. Per the EMS command, 18-9 transported 2 pediatric
patients with ALS to CMC, along with 24-9. The rescue remained on scene
assisting with traffic and the landing zone for life flight.
Weekend
ends with 1806 Box
Early
Monday morning the 1806 Box was transmitted for the possible structure
fire on Rt92, Gibson Twp. Chief 18-1 marked on scene establishing
the “92 Command” with a 2 ½ story wood frame with nothing from the
exterior. The structure being a converted turn-of-the century schoolhouse
would offer its share of challenges. The homeowner advised of a strong
smell on division 1. |
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L18
along with the crew from HE4 scanned the residence from basement to attic
with no findings. Thru further discussions, there was strong evidence
the smell was from outside the residence. The assignment with the
exception of 18 and Harford was returned with the remaining returning within
30 minutes.
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18
runs back to back runs
Just
after returning from a midnight medical assist to Pleasant Mount EMS, Station
18 was dispatched for the 1 car mva on Sr 2029, vehicle into a tree - one
patient with a possible broken leg. The rescue and 18-9 went enroute within
minutes. Chief 18-1 arrived and established the Sr 2029 command requesting
a full deployment from the rescue. Crews removed the rear door and completed
a wide body. The patient was extricated from the vehicle and transported
to cmc aboard 18-9 along with CH 1. The rescue remained on scene assisting
PSP and the towing service for about and an hour. Photos |
18
runs rail car hazmat on Rt 11
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On
Saturday morning, August 8, 2009, R18 was special called to assist Harford
Fire with a reported rail car leaking hydrochloric Acid from a tank car.
Reports indicated there was an active leak with plume. R18 responded
with 6 and was directed to Rt11 to support operations and serve as the
command post.. The train was located just east of Rt 11 between Kingsley
and Hop Bottom in a heavily wooded area containing approx 40 cars with
mixed cargo. 18-9 and the Jitney were also requested to the scene
along with two additional decon engine companies. Units evacuated
an approximate 3 mile stretch of Rt 11 as a precaution while the decon
crews began to establish a decon line. |
Squad
59 provided the rehab at the scene. One victim was deconed after
being symptomatic of the release. Once rail officials deemed the
release area secure, Command released all units. Crews operated for
about 3 hours.Photos
Steady
weekend continues
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Crews
headed back out Sunday afternoon for a MVA on Rt 106 Lenox Township.
The initial dispatch sent the Rescue and 18-9 assisting Harford on Rt106
in West Lenox for a one car crash – vehicle into the woods. Communications
corrected the incident location to East of Lenox corners placing the call
in 18’s first due. 41A (Daugavelio) advised Chief 18-1 he was on
scene with one occupant self extricated with moderate injuries. HE4
was continued in to assist with traffic while R18 assist with pt care and
hazards. 18-9 and CH-2 transported one to the trauma center.
Units cleared in under an hour. |
More
pumping on Main Street
Crews
were sent out early Saturday to assist Main Street with additional pumping.
With the water table high, permenant pumps in some residence’s just couldn’t
keep up. Units cleared in just under an hour.
Crews
handle fireworks detail
T18
and Br18-2 headed to area 41 Saturday evening to enjoy the fireworks at
Kennedy Park that were postponed from Friday night. Two crews
worked the detail with a front row seat! |
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Heavy
rains pound first due
As
the rain began to fall Friday morning, crews and residents alike had no
idea what was in-store. Mid morning brought an initial public assist
call in Dundaff for a flooded basement. As units began to mobilize,
localized flooding was taking place at multiple locations. As units
cleared the initial run, reports came in that the bridge construction site
on Main street was being quickly overrun with high waters.
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Chief
18-1 arrived at the location just as the Dundaff Creek broke it’s banks,
flooding onto Main Street. With more rains to come and the business
district quickly being flooded, Chief 18 advised Susquehanna Communications
that the EOC would be established at Station 18. Local and County
EMA scrambled to get sand bags moved into Clifford to minimize damage and
prepare for the worst. |
Due to
the conditions of the Creek, Penndot closed Rt 106 for fear of the temporary
bridge washing out. With this bridge closed, the other primary route
would be SR2050; however, this bridge is closed for replacement as well.
With crews being cut off, HE1 and Harford EMS relocated to the west side
of Clifford to stand-by. 18’s crews worked multiple calls in the
first due and welfare checks on Main Street. Company 42 (Vandling)
offered assistance and were directed to the sandbagging location to assist.
Multiple commercial occupancies were sandbagged along main street with
approximately 150- 200 sandbags. After approx 2hrs, the rain eased
and the water receded. Penndot officials inspected the bridge structure
and re-opened Rt106 for traffic. Local business played a key role with
heavy equipment assisting in removing a crawler crane from the bridge project.
During the flooding, R18 also ran a MVA assignment on the interstate.
The EOC was terminated at approximately 1700hrs. Thanks to all involved
on a job well done. Photos
Minimal
work on 1806 Box
On
Thursday afternoon, July 30, at approx 1240 hrs, the 1806 box was transmitted
for the working garage fire. Chief 18-1 marked on scene establishing
the “2067 Command” reporting a two story wood frame garage with light smoke
showing. Upon further investigation, Command found the homeowner
armed with a garden hose keeping a small trash fire in check within the
structure. L18 and E52 were brought into the scene along with staffing
from HE4 with the remainder of the box being staged on SR2067. Ventilation
and minimal overhaul were handled with a check for extension. All
units cleared within 30 minutes.
2009
picnic is history!
The
members and officers of Station 18 would like to thank everyone who
contributed in anyway to make our 2009 Annual Picnic a success!
Ladder
on New Milford Box
At
approximately 1945 hours on Tuesday evening, L18 was dispatched as part
of the first alarm assignment for a possible structure fire on Main
Street in New Milford Boro. New Milford 12 established the command
with nothing showing. Shortly after it was determined to be a false activation
and the Ladder was returned.
Steady
week ends with wild ride on Main Street
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steady week for the volunteers at the 18 house ended with an early morning
wreck on Saturday sending the lone occupant to the trauma center aboard
18-9. The MVA was transmitted at approx 0600 for the pickup truck
into a pole – occupant lying on the roadway at 17 Main Street in the Village.
Lt
Price marked on scene within a minute reporting one occupant on the ground
and heavy damage to the vehicle. 18-9 arrived and began patient care
while the rescue shutdown main street to protect the scene. 18-9
transported to the trauma center with CH1 on board. R18 remained
on scene assisting PSP with traffic control. Units cleared within
40 minutes. |
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Fully
involved two story upon arrival
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On
Monday June 15, at approx 1130hrs, the 1804 box was transmitted for the
working structure fire on Cameron Hill Rd, Lenox Twp. Susquehanna
14 (Glover) advised he was on scene with flames venting from the roof.
Chief 18-1 checked enroute requesting the second alarm be transmitted.
HE4 arrived and exhausted its tank water with L18 arriving and dropping
1200’ of LDH into the scene and establishing a 2 ½” line and the
ladder pipe. E24 picked up the lay and established the dump site
for the tanker shuttle. Units operated for over three hours before
returning. Thanks to all the mutual aide departments for their assistance
on a job well done. |
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Our
thoughts and Prayers to Trooper Miller’s family and PSP
On
Friday June 12, L18 along with L2 (Meshoppen) participated in the funeral
procession honoring Trooper Miller killed in the line of duty. The
Officers and Members of Clifford offer condolences to Trooper Miller’s
family and PSP. |
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Mutual
aid run to Harford
At
approximately 00:30hrs on Thursday May 28, Station 18 was alerted
for a first alarm assignment in Harford’s first due for the activated smoke
detector in a residence.
Shortly
after dispatch, communications advised Harford 11 that the alarm company
was now receiving multiple detectors going off in the residence.
L18 responded with four along with T18. Harford 31 arrived advising
of a moderate smoke condition in the two story residence with a wood burner
as the possible cause.
Command
continued HE4 and L18 into the scene holding all other units. L18
arrived and assisted in ventilating the structure with no fire found beyond
the wood burner. Units cleared in approximately 45 minutes. |
Cut
on the “I” starts the Holiday
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On
Friday May 22, at approx 1500hrs, the MVA assignment was transmitted at
the 205.5s for the SUV vs. tractor trailer – multiple reports of the SUV
stuck under the truck.
On
the box: R18, E24, 18-9 and 24-9. 18-1 marked on scene reporting
an SUV into the back of a dump truck with heavy confinement. The
rescue arrived, stabilized the vehicle, and completed a wide body on the
SUV to extricate the victim. E24 handled the safety zone prior to
the scene. The patient was transported via ground to the hospital.
Units remained on scene assisting with traffic before being released. |
Rural
water exercise
On
Monday evening May 18, T18 and the Rescue traveled to area 60 to participate
in a rural water exercise. Crews established multiple ponds to practice
dump site practices along with shuttle operations. Special thanks
to Chief Wahy and the “up valley” crews for inviting 18 to participate. |
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Double
entrapment on SR 171
The
volunteers were busy on Wednesday night assisting on multiple crashes.
The first MVA was transmitted at approx 21:30 hrs for a vehicle on its
roof on Sandy Banks Road, Greenfield twp. R18 and 18-9 were returned
to service with no patients found. The second run was transmitted
at 22:36 hrs for R18 and 18-9 to assist Belmont with a MVA just north of
Uniondale Borough. Uniondale 13 was on scene confirming two heavily
entrapped in a pickup truck requesting additional rescue’s, BLS, ALS and
two helicopters. Stations 28 & 52 arrived on scene and went to
work stabilizing the vehicle and beginning extrication efforts. R18
was assigned to the rescue sector with command requesting a heavy deployment.
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Upon
arrival the crews went to work assisting on scene crews with the extrication
and establishing (5) additional hydraulic tools, air tools, lighting and
ladders. The second patient was removed shortly after 18’s arrival. |
The four
companies operating on scene: 28, 52, 41 & 18 displayed what true mutual
aide is about – four departments working seamlessly throughout the
extrication. R18 and 18-9 were returned to service after approx 50
minutes. Excellent job by all. The third crash was dispatched
at approx 0330hrs on Rt 106, Greenfield Twp. With no patients found,
18 was returned to service.
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