Upcoming Events

Events page updated  05/12/10

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St. Thomas Fire & Rescue Co.

Community Craft & Yard Sale

Saturday, August 7, 2010 8am to 4pm

See Events page for additional information

St. Thomas Community Assoc. is Celebrating the 100th Annual Ox Roast

June 30, 2010 - July 3, 2010

Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - Historical Slide Show from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

at the St. Thomas Assembly of God Church

Pie, Cake & Ice Cream for sale

Thursday, July 1, 2010 - Historical Tour

7p.m. -9p.m. Bus Tour Starts at St. Thomas Fire Company

Tickets $10.00 - SOLD OUT

OX ROAST at the St. Thomas American Legion Grounds

Friday, July, 2 & Saturday, July 3 from 12 noon till ?

Parade

Saturday, July 3, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.

parade will form at the Charles E. Brake Co. and go to the Legion Grounds

FIRE WORKS

Saturday, July 3 at dusk at the Legion Grounds

Also the assoc. has Ox Roast history books for sale for $5.00

DVDS of the parade will be available for sale after the oxroast for $10.00

Be sure to come support the St. Thomas Community Assoc.

Car Fire      

Saturday, June 19, 2010:  Tonight crews were alerted to the Intersection of Pioneer and Brandt's Church Rd. for an auto fire at 2249 Hrs. Engine 18-1 responded and while enroute was advised a mustang fully involved. Engine 18-1 arrived on the scene to find the incident on Brandt's Church Rd. about 1/2 mile from intersection, and confirmed dispatch. Crew placed a line in service and had the fire out in minutes. Engine 18-1 cleared at 2325 Hrs.

Photos Courtesy of Jeff Walls

Back to Back Box Alarms      

Saturday, June 5, 2010:  This afternoon at 1335 hrs. Engine Tanker 18 was alerted to 11114 Hunter Rd. for a house fire. While enroute Captain 9 on the scene reporting possible entrapment. Engine 18-1 was alerted to fill the box. ET 18 arrived and Deputy Chief 18 was given water supply, while another member had went to assist in establishing a water supply. Engine 18-1 crew arrived and assisted in overhaul. Units from 18 returned at 1605 hrs.

Just as all units were back and crews returned to the Ox Roast , another Box alarm came in for 13809 BTW. for a house fire. Company 9 units on scene and held it to Company 9 & 56. Company 18 returned.  Crews then spent the remainder of the evening working the Mt. Parnell Lions Club Ox Roast.

Above Pictures of Hunter Rd. incident.

Photos Courtesy of Susan McCracken

Flooding      

Sunday, May 23, 2010:  This morning members had an early start to the day. At 0439 hours communications dispatched box 18-13 for the building collapse at 9820 Eden Dr. Members headed that way,  Rain had hit the area hard since Saturday night. While enroute communications dispatched units to Hamilton Township, at Twin Bridge Camp Ground for a water rescue. Lt. 18 was on the scene of the collapse and advised all occupants were out. Command returned Squad 41 to handle the water  rescue. The water rescue was actually in St. Thomas Township. Company 18 members spent the rest of the day handling other water related incidents. The area of Edenville was said to have got between 8 or 9 inches of rain.

Picture Courtesy of Curtis Bryan

Additional Pictures of the flood coming soon...

Crash      

Friday, May 21, 2010:  This evening at 1727 hours Communications dispatched the auto accident in the 4000 block of Jack Rd. Engine 18-1 arrived and found that a trailer had came unhooked from a vehicle and another vehicle had struck it. Crews took care of a fluid spill and obtained a refusal. Engine 18-1 returned at 1819 hours.

Landing Zone      

Sunday, May 16, 2010:  This afternoon Engine Company 18 was dispatched to Hawbaker Drive in Peters Township, to set up a landing Zone for Life net 8-1 who was transporting a patient from Company 9's area. Engine 18-1 arrived and set up the LZ and assisted in loading the patient into the air craft, and Engine 18-1 returned available.

Photos Courtesy of Curtis Bryan

MVA w/ triple ejection     

Saturday, May 15, 2010:  Members this evening while at a graduation party, were sent to 5000 block of Bullitt Rd. for an auto accident with ejection at 1925 hours.  Engine 18-1 arrived and with Deputy Chief 18 and found one pickup truck into a fence and a bank, and 3 subject s that were on the roadway and in a near by field. Command requested additional EMS units. Life net 8-1 was brought tot he scene and Squad 41 set up the landing zone for that. Amb. Co. 8 and 18-9 transported another 2 patient to Chambersburg Hospital Helipad to meet life lion where they two were flown out.  Company 18 units cleared at 2043 hours.

Photos Courtesy of Curtis Bryan

Graduation Party     

Saturday, May 15, 2010:  Members left the softball tournament and returned to the station to join Cameron Atherton along with friends and family to take part in a graduation party. Cameron recently completed a degree in criminal justice, from Kaplan University. We wish Cameron the best of luck in his future endeavors.

Softball Tournament    

Saturday, May 15, 2010:  Members left this morning and headed to McConnellsburg to take part in the Stephen "Heavy" Hoover Memorial Softball Tournament. Members arrived and played three games, and a good time was had by all who attended.

Storm Passes Thru      

Friday, May 14, 2010:  This evening members on station had to answer several public services calls for trees down, after a storm when thru the area. Also at 1617 hours Chief 18 called the station and requested the engine to the Post Office for an odor of smoke in the building. Engine 18-1 arrived and a crew went to the interior to investigate, at the same time a crew went to the roof. Workers advised a bib pop was heard and all the power went out and a few minutes later, they smelled smoke. Area was checked with the TIC, and nothing found. Power company was notified and Company 18 cleared at 1631 hours. Below are some pictures of a barn roof on Loudon Rd.

Auto Accident   

Thursday, April 15, 2010:  At 1449 hours Communications dispatched comapny 18 to 3802 Lincoln Way West, for an auto accident involving a tanker truck. Deputy Chief 18 arrived and advised 3 autos involved and the tanker truck was not involved. Command requested Squad 41 to assist with the extrication. Crews from station 4 and Company 18 worked to free the patient, who was then transported by Amb.1-9. Company 18 units cleared at 1538 hours.

Above picture courtsey www.sta4.com                   Above picture courtsey Travis Carr

Mobile Home Fire  

Tuesday, April 6, 2010:  At 0402 hours communications dispatched the working fire dispatch to Metal Township 17690 Oak Avenue for the mobile home fire. Engine 18-1 responded and arrived on scene and was advised to assist with overhaul. Crews completed overhaul and Engine 18-1 returned available at 0556 hours.

    Above picture courtesy of www.metaltwpfire.com 

Mountain Fire  

Friday, April 2, 2010:  Brush 18 was alerted to assist company 21 with a mountain fire on Fox Rd. in Metal Township at 1409 hours.  Brush 18 arrived and sent a crew with a chain saw to assist in the operations. Command 21 released brush 18 at 1609 hours.

Mountain Fire  

Thursday, April 1, 2010:  Brush 18 was alerted at 1433 hours to 14175 Blairs Valley Rd. for a mountain fire. Brush 18 arrived and crew assisted with fire attack, and was placed in service after about 3 hours.

Pictures Courtesy of www.sta4.com & Curtis Bryan

Training   

Wednesday, March 31, 2010:  Company 18 members traveled to Mercersburg, for a training event where about 40 fire fighters worked together, doing various activities. Crews trained in a house that is owned by the fire company, for several hours and returned to St. Thomas around 2100 hrs.  Thanks to Company 9 for the training event.

Condolences  

The Officers and Members of the St. Thomas Township Fire & Rescue Co. would like to express our deepest sympathies to the Himes Family & the Franklin Fire Company, for their recent loss. Patti was active in the emergency services for the county. Patti has helped teach a lot of EMT's in the county. Patti also had served in the early 90's as Deputy Ambulance Chief for the St. Thomas Township Fire & Rescue Co.  Her dedication will be missed by everyone who knew her or had a chance to work with her. 

House Fire  

Sunday, March 21, 2010:  Engine Company 18 was alerted to 780 Lindia Dr. for the house fire in station 4's area. Engine Company 18 arrived and was directed to stage and Assistant Chief 18 was to take manpower staging. Crews remained in staging for a short time, until command released most of the units. Engine Company 18 was available at 1905 hours. This was the second incident on this street, earlier in the afternoon Company 18 was placed in service while responding to the house across the street for smoke in the dwelling.

Training  

Saturday, March 20, 2010:  After crews returned from having a chicken Bar-B-Q some took advantage of the nice weather. Crews went to do some training on the dry hydrant and to get some operators training on the pumps. After a few hours of training members returned to have a cook out at the station.

Shed Fire  

Friday, March 19, 2010:  Engine Company 18 was alerted to the 9 box for the shed fire in the 11,000 block of Lincoln Way West at 1652 hours. Engine 18-1 arrived and was directed to a shed in the back yard of a residence. With no lane to access the shed, Engine 18-1 laid 400' of 5" from Lincoln Way to the area of the shed.  Engine 18-1 put a line in service and put a knock on the fire. We did have several spot fires burning in the area of the woods. Chief 9 had the command and once the area was completely soaked down, the units were released. Engine 18-1 returned available at 1743 hours.

Apartment Building Fire  

Thursday, March 18, 2010:  This evening members were alerted to 7402 Lincoln Way West for the apartment building fire. Engine 18-1 arrived as communications was finishing the dispatch. Crews entered apartment 5 to find heavy smoke conditions. Crews checked for extension and Sta. 4 checked the attic.  Crews had to pull some of the wall area in the kitchen, for some minor extension around the stove. After finding negative extension anywhere else in the apartment building Command held Co. 18, Sta4, and Tower 9. Tower 9 set up positive pressure and after a short time most of the units were placed in service, while crews from 18 and station 4 completed the overhaul of the fire room. Command released all units when ready. Engine 18-1 returned available at 0007 hours.

Building Fire  

Thursday, March 11, 2010:  This evening members were alerted on the station 4 box,  to May Mar Dr. for the building fire. While enroute Command 44 advised working fire in the commercial Building. Engine 18-1 arrived and sent manpower to the scene. The incident was to the rear of 1039 Edenville Rd. Engine 18-2 and Engine Tanker 18 was placed in service while responding. Engine 18-1 was released after overhaul at 2053 hours.

Above pictures courtesy of www.sta4.com

Building Fire  

Wednesday, March 10, 2010:  This morning members were alerted at 0741 hours to Fulton County, Todd Township, 135 Knobsville Rd. for a commercial  building fire at Elvey's Flowers, Gifts & Greenhouses. Engine 18-1 arrived and was advised to park the engine and send manpower to the scene. Engine Tanker 9 arrived and crews were put together and worked of fire attack, exposure protection and overhaul before being placed in service at 1145 Hrs.  Thanks to Station 4, Company 11 and Washington County Company 13 for the transfers this morning.

House Fire  

Monday, March 8, 2010:  This morning members were alerted for the house fire at 28 Obsidian Dr. at 0343 hours.  Engine 18-1 arrived 2nd due and picked up the supply line at Obsidian & LWW. Manpower reported to the scene. Crews on scene assisted with salvage and overhaul, and the engine was advised to proceed to the fire scene. Engine 18-1 was released at 0436 hours.

Picture Courtesy of Jason Warrenfeltz & www.sta4.com

THANKS TO ALL WHO SUPPORTED

Sunday, March 7, 2010:  Today members were on station for the 2nd Longaberger & Vera Bradley Bingo. An enjoyable meal and good afternoon of bingo for all that attended the event. We would like to thank all who made this event a success. In addition to all the players who supported us, we would like to thank the business sponsors

Training 

Sunday, March 7, 2010:  This morning a few members went to participate in the Structural Burn Class being held at the Franklin County Public Safety Training Center. This class was held to finish up the Module D class.  Congratulations to R. Straley Jr. & D. Wright for the completion of the Module D.

High Winds 

Friday, February 26, 2010:  This morning crews were awoke with a call for wires down about 0744 Hrs. Communications dispatched units to Lincoln Way West for wires down. Brush 18 arrived and placed Brush 9 in service ( which Communications dispatched on the initial ) crews found a low hanging wire and several poles down in a field in the area. While there communications dispatched the 1st alarm assignment to St. Thomas Edenville Rd. for a partial dwelling collapse. Duty 18 (McNew) arrived and advised partial roof blown from the house, and confirmed all occupants were out. Engine 18-2 arrived and crews checked the interior found no additional hazards and secured the utilities to the residence. Command then downgraded the assignment to company 18 and released the remaining units. Crews remained on the scene and removed some belongings from the affected area of the house. Units cleared the incident at 0902 hrs. Engine 18-1 handled another wires down incident during this time. Command had Route 30 shut down until the wires could be lifted to clear the roadway. Route 30 was opened back up around 1115 hrs.  Crews had additional calls for wires and trees until about 1230 Hrs. Company 18 finished the day with 7 runs.

House Fire 

Thursday, February 25, 2010:  This afternoon members were alerted at 1212 Hrs. to 14188 Buchanan Trail West for a house fire. Company 9 units arrived and members found a working fire in a 2 story house. Company 9 had a good knock on it until other units arrived. Engine   18-1 arrived and the crew was sent to division 1, to assist with salvage and overhaul.  Company 18 cleared at 1406 Hrs.

Above pictures courtesy of Mike Churchey & www.sta4.com

Tractor Trailer Fire 

Wednesday, February 24, 2010:  While members were out doing errands in the Fort Loudon area, communications dispatched a tractor trailer fire in Antrim Township, once giving conditions they advised they tracked the cell call to Antrim Township, however the caller thought he was on Route 30 on the mountain. Brush 18 being in the area, went to investigate. Brush 18 arrived and  found the incident to be on Lincoln Way West. Company 9 units were dispatched. Occupant had the fire out, prior to our arrival. Crews checked confirmed negative extension into the trailer. Chief 9 then placed units in service.

Mobile Home Fire 

Tuesday, February 23, 2010:  After members got some rest from the early morning fire, 18 Units were out again at 1515 Hours when the 1st alarm units were sent to 522Vinell Ln.  Engine 18-2 arrived as the second due engine and was advised to pick up the supply line and establish the draft site to supply the fire ground.  After a short time command advised to break down the water supply. Company 18 units returned at 1627 hours.

Above Picture courtesy of www.sta4.com

Early Morning House Fire  

Tuesday, February 23, 2010:  This morning Company 18 units were alerted for the house fire  at 45 Bear Valley Rd. Engine 18-1 arrived and began to make its way back a long lane, with  snow and ice in the area. Once on the scene with Engine Tanker 9 and Squad 41, crews found a fully involved single story house. Crews placed lines in service to bring the fire under control. Brush 18 was requested with a portable pump. The pump was set up further back the lane and supplied a 3 inch line to the preconnects, for the overhaul. Command 9 placed units in service. Company 18 cleared at 0720.

   Above Picture Courtesy of  www.sta4.com

Grant Notification

Friday, February 19, 2010:  Members received word today, that the Assistance to Firefighters Grant that was applied for by the Company, was selected to be awarded. The company received the grant in the amount of $88,811.00, for Operations & Safety. This will be used to upgrade the departments radios.   Members would like to thank all government officials and the Department of Homeland Security for allocating money for this grant to be available. This is the first Federal Grant from the department that was selected. A big Thank you goes to Member Dusty Stoner for preparing the grant, and assisting Marissa Welsh with completing the grant process. 

Dinner / Concert

Friday, February 19, 2010:  Members worked most of the day on Friday to prepare a meal for the Dinner / Concert being held at the station on Friday evening. A meal was served and a good time was had by all in attendance. We would like to thank all supporters who came out to support the company. A special thanks to the group Master's Four,  for the wonderful evening.

The Officers & Members of the St. Thomas Township Fire & Rescue Co. would like to wish Chief Engineer Brian Brewer a quick & speedy recovery.

3rd Alarm Fire   

Sunday, February 14, 2010:  At 0127 hrs. Engine Tanker 18 was dispatched to fill the box for the 3rd alarm fire in Juniata County, Tuscarora Township, 1357 McKinley Road. Engine Tanker 18 responded and after the long trip, we arrived on the scene to assist in the water supply operations. Engine Tanker 18 hauled water until being placed in service shortly before 5am, The tanker returned and arrived in the first due and available at 0607 Hrs.

Above Pictures courtesy of Keith Boreman &  www.fmfd12.com

Commercial Building Fire   

Friday, February 12, 2010:  At 0015 Hrs. Communications dispatched Engine 18-1 as part of the Working Fire Dispatch, for the 11-13 box to Letterkenny Army Depot building # 44 for the building fire. Engine 18-1 and 18-2 arrived and crews were sent to manpower staging. Assistant Chief 18 was given accountability and later part of the crew was told to relieve the RIT team. Crews worked with different task thru out the night, and ended with Engine 18-1 on a hydrant to supply Engine 53. Engine tanker 18 was also requested to assist with water supply operations. All company 18 units were clear at 0835 hrs.

Blizzard 2010  

Wednesday, February 10, 2010: This morning as members were alerted to the 9500 Block of Lincoln Way West for an auto accident, crews encountered heavy snow conditions, with extreme winds going thru the area. After arriving on the scene of the accident and confirming no fire or EMS services needed Deputy Chief 18 placed units in service. We returned to the station and PSP had arrived and advised they had numerous calls on vehicles stranded in the St. Thomas area. A command post was established at Company 18, with the fire department, PSP, Penn Dot, St. Thomas Development, Valley Quarries and other agencies that were involved. Company 18 was assisted by Station 4, National Guard, and Red Cross, Letterkenny Army Depot and many others. Crews worked till approx. 0100 Thursday morning.  Thursday morning this event started all over again, with trying to get people back to their vehicles and crews trying to clear the roads. Route 30 and 416 were shut down from Wednesday morning until Route 30 opened around 1700 hrs. on Thursday and Route 416 remained closed until Friday.  The firehouse was opened as an emergency shelter Wednesday, and remained opened and staffed by members and the Red Cross until Thursday late afternoon. About 42 citizens had slept in the shelter with many more thru out the day here for assistance.

Garage Fire  

Sunday, February 7, 2010: This morning at 0638 Hrs. Communications sent the 1st alarm units to 3834 Jacks Mill Rd. for a garage fire. Units arrived to find a fully involved garage attached to the dwelling. Other units arrived and crews worked to bring the fire under control. Units worked in the freezing temperatures untill the last unit cleared at 1038 Hrs. 

Chimney Fire  

Friday, January 29, 2010: This evening units were alerted to the 9 box for the chimney fire at 254 Skyhigh Dr. Engine 18-1 arrived and sent a crew to the roof placed a uncharged line at the door, and had a crew in the interior. Tower arrived and crews worked under the command of Deputy Chief 9, and after some time, brought the fire in the chimney under control. With negative extension, the box was returned and units went available at 2144 Hours.

All photos courtsey of Curtis Bryan

Who Would Have Thought 

Tuesday, January 26, 2010: This afternoon, after all the rain less then 24 hours ago, Company 18 was alerted to the 4400 block of Lincoln Way West, for the brush fire at 1610 hours. Engine 18-1 and Brush 18 arrived on the scene and found to small area along the embankment on fire. The brush placed the booster line in service and put the fire out and all units returned 1623 Hours.

Area Rain Storm 

Monday, January 25, 2010: Today as waters rised from all the rain, the area had recieved, after the early morning trip to Chambersburg, crews returned to St. Thomas and shortly after began to recieve calls about water in the basements. Crews spent most of the morning on pumping details.

  Pictures taken around the Twin Bridge Rd. area.

Another trip to Chambersburg  

Monday, January 25, 2010: This morning Engine 18-1 was dispatched to transfer to Company 1 McKinley Street Station. Shortly after dispatch Command 1 requested the second alarm, to 572 Lincoln Way West, where other units were operating on smoke in the apartment. Engine 18-1 arrived and shortly after arriving on the scene second alarm units were placed in service and Engine 18-1 handled the transfer to McKinley Street, and returned at 0731 Hours.

House Fire & Transfer 

Thursday, January 21, 2010: This morning at 0145 Comapny 18 was alerted to assist Co. 1 on the second alarm for a house fire at 558 S. Main St.  Engine 18-1 & Engine 18-2 arrived and sent manpower to the staging area. Command then placed most second alarm units in service, and Engine 18-1 handled a transfer to company 1 McKinley Street Station, clearing the transfer at 0450 Hours. 

Outside Investigation

Saturday, January 16, 2010: This afternoon as members were getting ready for the banquet and transfer cews showed up around 12 noon, the crews were given the first call. An illegal burn was called in by Chief 18. Units arrived to find a pile of debris burning. The subject spoke with Chief 18 and the engine crew put the fire out. Units returned at 1234. Thanks to Liverpool Fire Company  & Mont Alto EMS who provided coverage. The ambulance transfer handled an additional 2 runs.  The engine transfer also handled a transfer to Station 4 on Sunday morning around 0800 Hrs.

Company Banquet

Saturday, January 16, 2010: This evening members and  guest attended the annual awards banquet. The evening started with social hour. Members were then served a meal, and then it was time for the guest speaker for the evening. Clyde Thomas, Training Coordinator for the Franklin County Fire Chief's Association, also a career fire fighter in Washington D.C.  He presented members and guest with a great speech. After the speech, the awards presentation began. Awards were given out for Fire Police, Fire & EMS, also administrative awards.  After all awards were presented members were shown a video made by members Kendra Straley and Angela Smith. Once this was complete members and guest were provided entertainment by Electrolinear Entertainment. 

A special Thank you goes to Liverpool Fire Company from Perry County for providing the Engine coverage, and Mont Alto EMS for the ambulance stand by from noon Saturday to Noon Sunday, so members could enjoy the evening.

Award Winners

 Fire Police of the year: Chris Walls

2009 Rookie of the year: Josh Knouse

2009 Fire Fighter of the year "Runner Up" : Angela Smith

2009 Fire Fighter of the year:  Shane Klouser

2009 EMT of the year: Adam McNew

2009 EMS driver of the year: Cameron Atherton

2009 Jr. Fire Fighter of the year "Runner Up": Robert Straley Jr.

2009 Jr. Fire Fighter of the year: Stephanie Wright

2009 Chief's Award: Everette Rogers

2009 Volunteer of the year: Adam McNew

2009 Presidents Award: Everette Rogers

2009 Company 18 Award: Clara May

This year another award was started in remembrance of charter member Charles "Babe" Harrison, who passed away earlier in the year.  This award is for someone who goes above and beyond in the operations side of the company. The first recipient of this award was Thomas Bigler.

Also a life membership card was given to Donald "Dusty" Stoner for 25 years as a member of the company.

Chimney Fire

Tuesday, January 12, 2010: This evening units were alerted to 395 Twin Bridge Rd. for a chimney fire at 1759 Hrs. Company 18 units arrived and found fire contained to the chimney. A check of the interior was done with no extension. Station 4 engine crew went to the roof and crews worked to extinguish the fire. All units wrapped up and company 18 cleared at 1853 hours.

Congratulations

Tuesday, January 12, 2010: This week Treasurer Clara May and Charter Member Galen  May, owners or Pine View Haven Christmas Tree Farm, had entered several trees in a contest at the annual farm show.  This year the May's come home with 4th & 5th place. Congratulations to the May's for the work they put into the Christmas tree farm.

Photos Courtesy of Stephanie Wright who attended the event.

House Fire

Monday, January 11, 2010: This evening around 2322 Hrs. Communications dispatched the first alarm assignment to Peters Township, 609 Path Valley Rd. for a house fire.  Engine 18-1 arrived first reporting a working fire. Engine 18-1 laid 200' of supply line and took a position in the yard on side A. Crews pulled a line and went to work. Crews encountered fire conditions on the first and second floor. Crews from many departments worked for several hours to bring the fire under control, and do the overhaul. Chief 18 had operations and Deputy Chief 18 had accountability and manpower staging. Company 18 units were back in service at 0317 Hrs.

Side A Yard position

The above two units working together

Thanks to Penn Dot for all their assistance this evening.

Wood Pile Fire

Sunday, January 3, 2010: Today members were dispatched at 1120 Hours to 4534 Warmspring Rd. for a wood pile fire. Engine 18-1 and Duty 18 (McNew) arrived on the scene to find a large wood pile fully involved. Crews put a line in service and knocked down the fire. Tractors were used for the overhaul. Units were placed in service at 1248 Hours.

Units on the scene: Engine 18-1, Engine Tanker 18, 8, & 3. Engine 43 had a fill site established at the firehouse.

Garage Fire

Saturday, January 2, 2010: This evening Communications dispatched the 3-18 box to Williamson Rd. for a barn fire at 1730.  While units were responding, they were advised it may be a house fire. Once units arrived it was found to be a garage fire. Company 3 units arrived and protected the exposure which was the house only a few feet away. Engine 18-1 arrived and assisted with fire attack on side C of the garage, and overhaul. Engine tanker 18 assisted in the water shuttle. Company 18 units available at 1927.   Thanks to Company 21 for the Engine transfer.

Another rekindle

Friday, January 1, 2010: This afternoon members were again alerted to Ward Dr. for the rekindle at 1535 hours. As units arrived and staged, Engine 18-1 was requested to set up a fill site. Engine 18-1 set up the fill site. After a short time, Chief 9 advised the water supply could wrap up and units could go in-service. Engine 18-1 returned at 1722 hours.

Then later in the evening Company 18 was dispatched to 1983 Appleway Rd. for a chimney fire. Engine 18-1 and Deputy Chief 18 arrived and found nothing evident for the exterior. Crews checked for extension and after finding the fire was contained to the stove pipe, Command held Company 18 and Station 4. Shortly after releasing station 4 and holding company 18 to wrap up. All units cleared the scene at 1900.  Thanks to Company 9 for the transfer.

Another day of back to back calls

Thursday, December 31, 2009: Today company 18 was dispatched to 1286 Hade Rd. at 0735 for a CO alarm. Units arrived and Squad 41 was requested do to some metering problems. After a check of the house nothing found Command 18 placed units in service.

Shortly after backing in, communications dispatched units again to Mountain Rd. for the shed fire at 0838. Engine 18-1 arrived and placed 2 lines in service and was putting a knock on the fire. Company 18, Station 4 and Company 8 assisted with some overhaul before Chief 46 placed units in service. Engine 18-1 returned at 1014.

Company 18 finished out the year with an auto accident at L.W.W. and Maxhiemer Rd. around 1330, with EMS transporting one class 3, and a Medical assist around 1800 Hours.

Rekindle of the house fire

Wednesday, December 30, 2009: Today members started the morning around 0900 hours when communications sent units back to Warren Township, to Ward Dr. for the rekindle of the dwelling fire. Engine 18-1 arrived and again parked the engine and sent manpower to the scene to assist with overhaul. Engine Tanker 18 assisted in the water shuttle.  All company 18 units cleared shortly after 1300 Hours.  Thanks to Company 17 for the transfer.

House Fire

Tuesday, December 29, 2009: Today brought on two back to back calls. At 1215 Hours units were dispatched to Mountain Rd. for the shed fire. Engine 18-1 arrived just behind Squad 41, who investigated and found a fire to be out. Engine 18-1 and Engine Tanker 18 was placed available.  

At  1236 Hours Engine Company 18 and Engine Tanker 18 was alerted to Warren Township, to  8450 Ward Dr. for a house fire. Units were on the scene with a working fire. Engine 18-1  arrived and was advised to park the engine and send manpower to the scene. Engine crew assisted with fire attack and overhaul. Engine tanker 18 assisted in the water shuttle operations. All Company 18 units were back in service at 1709 Hours.  Thanks to station 4 for the transfer.

Smoke in basement

Friday, December 25, 2009: This afternoon as members were enjoying Christmas events with the families, Units were alerted to Stone Bridge Rd. for smoke in the apartment building, in Antrim Township at 1239. Engine 18-1 arrived and assumed the first due position, and sent a crew to the basement, and a crew stayed outside at the fire area. It was told that a torch used to thaw water lines was used and then hay placed around the lines and the hay caught fire. The fire was out prior to our arrival, and crews from 18 & 3 checked for extension. Command 3 held an engine from company 3, 18, & 8. Crews then soaked the area and command placed the remainder of the box in service at 1319.

Toy Drive

Thursday, December 24, 2009: This afternoon members loaded up and once Santa arrived at the fire house the department began the yearly toy drive. This year we assisted many families. The St. Thomas Township Fire & Rescue Co. would like to Thank all supporters of the toy drive.

Training 

 Over the course of the last couple weeks the members have been training in the house that was purchased by the fire co. This has been a great chance to get some additional training such as breaching walls and numerous other skills. 

Early Morning Fire

Tuesday, December 8, 2009: This morning crews were alerted at 0238 Hours for the reported barn fire in the 1200 Block of Shields Rd. Engine 18-1 and Duty 18 (McNew) arrived with heavy fire from the rear of the barn. After making our way around to the rear of the barn it was found we had 2 trailers setting next to the barn fully involved. The fire was brought under control in about 15 minutes. Once overhaul was complete, units were released. Company 18 cleared at 0416.