JACKSON TOWNSHIP, PA -- At 13:46 Harmony Station 23 and Harmony EMS Station 62 was dispatched to the
area of Mercer Street at Little Creek Road for a personal injury crash involving a pickup truck and a school
bus. Harmony EMS units were first to arrive and confirmed the initial report and also reported they were
going to need a door popped. Rescue 23 arrived and the door was popped then hyper extended. After that
was completed crews assisted in patient packaging. A total of 2 patients were transported to Allegheny
General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
COURTESY OF RYAN MANN
PIC w/Entrapment, Butler County, PA 09.01.2007
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CITY OF CHESTER, PA -- Company 82 and Chester 11 were dispatched to the 100 block of Worrell St for a
building fire, the police were o/s with a garage fully involved with exposure to the attached. 821 used an 1
3/4 hand line while Tower 82s crew checked for exposure and hot spots. Squrt 81 also responded after
clearing from a tripped fire alarm, and assisted with checking for hot spots.
COURTESY OF GORDON D. PIPPIN
Garage Well Off On Arrival, Delaware County, PA 09.03.2007
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA -- BOX 23 was transmitted to across from 1650 Mockingbird Lane for the reported
house on fire. Chief 23-2 arrived at 1664 Mockingbird Lane with a 2 Story wood frame house with heavy
smoke showing from all sides, with a reported dog trapped inside the house. Deputy 23 arrived shortly
afterwards and transmitted the 2nd Alarm, and ordering Engine 23-1 to deploy an 1 3/4 line to the Charlie side
and start an interior attack. Crews made a quick knock down of all visible fire and had lot's of overhaul ahead
to do in the garage area. One Vehicle was inside the garage at the time of the alarm, No injuries were
reported.
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Volunteers Battle 2 Alarm House Fire, Lancaster County, PA 09.09.2007
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ -- On September 1st, 2007, Washington Township units were dispatched for a
dwelling on Myrtle Ave at 3 a.m. Washington Township EMS located near the street reported heavy smoke in
the area from the station. Command 10-301 arrived and reported a 1 ½ story single family dwelling with heavy
fire through the roof. Command reported a defensive attack only due to heavy fire conditions. Command
reported 2 2 ½”  hand lines in operation as well as a 1 3/4” as crews prepared to place the aerial device in
operation. The fire was knocked down and placed under control approx 45 minutes into the job. No injuries
were reported. The occupants were reported to be away for the weekend.
COURTESY OF TEG AURIG
Working House Fire, Gloucester County, NJ 09.01.2007
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, PA -- Philadelphia Units were dispatched for a tactical box for the 900 block of S. 13th
Street on September 8, 2007 around 4:30 am. Battalion 1 arrived and reported a 3 story dwelling with heavy
fire showing from all 3 floors.  Battalion 1 reported crews would be operating with exterior attack only. Crews
went in operation with multiple 2 ½” hand lines.  Crews knocked the bulk of the fire down and went in to hit
the hot spots and open up. At 5:05 am Battalion 1 placed the fire under control.  No injuries were reported on
the fire ground.
COURTESY OF TED AURIG
Tactical BOX Goes Heavy Duty, Philadelphia County, PA 09.08.2007
CITY OF CAMDEN, NJ -- On September 9, 2007, Ladder 3 called Camden County Communication and reported
a fire at   132 N. 27th Street .  Ladder 3 reported a 2 story with heavy smoke showing from the 2nd floor. A full
box was transmitted assigning Engine 9, 11, Squad 7, Ladder 3, Ladder 1, Rescue 1 and Battalion 2. Battalion
2 arrived and reported a 2 story twin with a working fire on the 2nd floor. Engine 9 went in operation with a 1
¾” hand line upon arrival. Command reported at the 10 minute mark the fire was still doubtful. A 2nd line was
stretched as a backup as Ladder 3 performed ventilation.  Rescue 1 performed searches with negative
occupants inside. Additional EMS was dispatched to the scene for a total of 3 occupants who suffered smoke
inhalation.  All the occupants were transported to the hospital. Command placed the fire under control prior
to the 20 minute mark.  No firefighter injuries were reported.
COURTESY OF TED AURIG
Working House Fire, Camden County, NJ 09.09.2007
LANCASTER TOWNSHIP, PA -- At 0032 hours, Engine 671 and Truck 67-R were dispatched as part of the
second alarm assignment to the 1300 block of Elm Avenue in Lancaster Township. Engine 671, Truck 67-R
and Captain 672 (Wenger) were on the street in mere seconds, staffed with 10 leaving an additional crew in
station for Engine 672. Truck 67-R (second arriving unit) went to side Delta and went into master stream
operations, with its crew reporting to Engine 671 for assistance. Engine 671 (third arriving unit) pulled lines
for both fire suppression and exposure control, the step gun was deployed to the Alpha/Bravo corner. A
crew from 67 made entry into the exposure on the Bravo side to check for extension, with the buildings only
being 20 feet apart. After operating on the scene for close to 3 hours, Command released the units from 67.
COURTESY OF ROHRERSTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
2 Alarm Building Fire, Lancaster County, PA 09.15.2007
COLLINGSWOOD, NJ -- On September 16, 2007 at 4:30 p.m, Engine 1613 and BLS 1647 were dispatched for a
vehicle fire at the Collingswood Circle in front of the Collingswood Diner. 1647 arrived and reported a
vehicle on fire in the parking lot. Engine 1613 arrived and went in operation with a 1 ¾” hand line. No injuries
were reported.
COURTESY OF TED AURIG
Working Vehicle Fire, Camden County, NJ 09.16.2007
MCKINLEYVILLE, WV -- At 2:25 AM on Tuesday September 18th, Companies 30 and 11 were alerted for a
Structure Fire on Route 67. At 2:29 AM MCKVFD Rescue 38 (w/2) arrived on scene with a working fire.
MVKVFD Engine 36 (w/3) arrived on scene at 2:30 AM and found a large storage barn fully engulfed and on
the ground. Lt. 307 then requested a 2nd alarm requesting Franklin Community, Beech Bottom, and Bethany
VFD's. MCVFD Squad 3 (w/3), Bethany Pike VFD Engine 110 (w/4) and Tanker 119 (w/2) arrived on scene at 2:34
AM. Due to the contents in the barn rapid growth fire occurred toning out a 3rd alarm for more manpower
from Stations 7 (Franklin Community) and 9 (Beech Bottom). Asst. Chief 30 then requested a tanker from Ohio
County Station 40 (West Liberty). Asst. Chief 30 then requested Bethany VFD Engines 26 and 27 to report to a
fill site to take any calls while companies were operating on the incident and to have Station 8 (Hooverson
Heights) transferred to Station 7. Firefighters got the fire under control within 4 hours. Crews checked for
hot spots and performed overhaul operations before the last units returned to service 11 hours later. A
GREAT JOB WAS DONE BY ALL COMPANIES INVOLVED!
COURTESY OF FIREMAN FRANK FERRARI
4 Alarm Barn Fire Brooke County, WV 09.18.2007
WILDWOOD, NJ -- The annual New Jersey Fireman's Convention hit the streets of Wildwood New Jersey on
Friday September 14th. The weekend kicked off at the Convention center were many vendors had set up
various demos and vehicles for public view. The Parade kicked off on Saturday afternoon at 1300Hrs. And
lasted almost 3 Hours with over 300 vehicles. A great time was had by all involved and next years grand
marshal Ian Swarr from Lancaster County, PA will lead the parade.
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New Jersey Fireman's Convention 2007 Hits Wildwood, NJ 09.15.2007
WRIGHTSVILLE, PA -- Just before 15:00 hours, the structure box was dispatched for reported smoke from a
structure at Donsco on North Front Street.  Engine & Rescue One responded with 12 in two minutes.  Deputy
41 arrived on location with a large dust collector, not attached to the structure fully involved.  Engine 41 hit
the hydrant at Front and Hellam Streets and laid into the scene.  Crews pulled the trashline and 1" 3/4
crosslay and extinguished the fire.  After overhaul the box was placed available in 36 minutes. 10 minutes
into the incident, Rescue 79 took in a medical assist in the first due.
COURTESY OF WRIGHTSVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE RESCUE COMPANY
Dust Collector Well Off, York County, PA 09.18.2007
CITY OF CHESTER, PA -- Company 82, Chester 11 and Medic 45-7 were dispatched to the 2400 Block of
Lindsay Street for a dwelling fire (Squirt 81 was also do on the assignment, but they handled a MVA/Fuel Spill
on East 9th Street for company 82 prior to responding to the fire).  Chester 17 arrived first and reported
smoke showing and all occupants out of the building.  Chester 11 arrived and confirmed a working bedroom
fire.  821 dropped a supply line and pulled the 1 3/4 hand line to the door.  Tower 82's crew was given the
assignment to open up.  The interior crew entered the building with the Engine crew and the exterior crew
opening up from the outside.  While on the front porch roof opening windows the roof fell in causing one
firefighter to go partly down with it.  The firefighter was pulled out of the hole by his partner and treated by
EMS.  Squirt 81 arrived and their crew entered to assist 82's crew. The fire was confined to the front
bedroom with smoke damage to the entire second floor and water damage to the entire home.  Cause of the
fire is being handled by Chester 17.  Crews were clear by 1800hrs and the injured firefighter was treated and
released at CCMC.
COURTESY OF GORDON PIPPIN
Working House Fire, Delaware County, PA 09.19.2007
PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP, PA -- The rescue local was transmitted around 14:25 hours for the PIC with ejection
at the intersection of Route 272 and Byerland Church Road. Crews arrived on scene with a Jeep vs. a Dodge
Dakota pick up truck with one ejected. Crews assisted EMS and controled hazards on arrival.
COURTESY OF PUMPFIRE STAFF MEMBER TOM AMICO
PIC w/Ejection, Lancaster County, PA 09.22.2007
MEDIA, PA -- The morning started cloudy and dreary, but that didn’t stop the crews putting together this
years Firefighters competition. That also didn’t keep away anxious competitors as they filed into Rose Tree
Park this past weekend. The events were the same as last, with a few positive modifications. This year the
competitions were opened to surrounding counties as Chester County came to prove their worth! The Iron
man (or woman) competition let those who participated show their stuff as the sun came out and made things
that much more hotter! Deck gun scramble and hose relay were again watched closely as the ever popular
"Bucket Brigade" drew crowds to see crews go head to head. A good time was had by all for a good cause.
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PUMPFIRE Attends Delaware County, PA Fireman's Comp. 09.22.2007
SHARON HILL, PA -- Shortly after 11 pm on Wednesday the 26th Companies 09(Sharon Hill) ,05 (Glenolden)and
01 (Folcroft)were dispatched to 919 Coates street for the Building fire with numerous calls. Medic 04 was
first on scene and advised fireboard of the working alarm for the detached garage. 09-2 was the first on
scene and reported the same with 09-9 assuming command a few mins  into the job a section of the roof fell
on to 3 firefighters from 09, Right away 09-9 asked for the RIT TEAM out of 19 (Lansdowne) and 3 medics and
3 Bls's on a rush. Chief 09 shortly asked for the 2nd alarm 42 (Collingdale) 06(Collingdale) 04(Darby) The
Firefighters remained trapped until 23:19 All 3 firefighter were transported to local area hospitals with police
escorts. One Fire Fighter was transported to Fitz hospital in cardiac arrest and is now in critical condition. A
total of 5 firefighters were hurt and 2 police officers also sustained burns. No names were released at this
point and the cause is still under investigation although it seems it was accidental.
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Working Garage Fire w/Firefighters Trapped, Delaware County, PA 09.26.2007
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA -- At 0844, Lancaster County Wide Communications dispatched a kitchen on fire in
Company 211’s first due bringing Truck 67-R. Truck 67-R was the first arriving unit and found heavy smoke
showing from side Charlie. The men of Truck 67-R immediately began an aggressive interior search for any
trapped occupants with only the protection of a PW can. While searching the first floor, conditions
deteriorated requiring the crew to evacuate the structure. Around this time, Engine 671 was called to
replace a pumper. Engine 671 arrived on side Alpha and ran the 300-foot "apartment line" to side Charlie.
The engine crew split with half doing fire suppression while the other half helped open up the walls and void
spaces. The volunteers from Rohrerstown remained on the scene for over 3 hours helping PSP with their
investigation.
COURTESY OF ROHRERSTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
Working House Fire, Lancaster County, PA 09.27.2007
Fireman Lost In Battle Donates Organs, Delaware County, PA 09.28.2007
SHARON HILL, PA The 19-year-old Sharon Hill Firefighter who was
very critically injured in the line of duty was actually put on life
support yesterday late afternoon. The hospital had incorrectly
reported yesterday that FF Michael Reagan had actually died. A
hospital spokesperson apologized for the erroneous report,
blaming it on an internal miscommunication. Please continue
reading.
We have been advised by local Fire personnel that it is the intent to
harvest his organs so that others may benefit. As you know
Firefighter Reagan of Ridley Township was rushed to the hospital
for burns and very serious trauma Wednesday evening after a wall
of a garage on fire collapsed on him. Firefighters had to extricate
FF Reagan and 2 other Firefighters from the burning collapse.
FF Reagan's LODD was initially and well intentionally advised from
the hospital, but a heroic decision by his family to harvest his
organs will allow this tragic situation to benefit others..in FF
Reagan's honor.

PUMPFIRE's Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family, Friends and
Fellow Firefighters involved with this incident.
PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP, PA -- The rescue local was transmitted to the area of Route 272 South and Pennsy
Road for the reported PIC with possible entrapment. Fire & EMS units from 512 & 77 were advised of a two
vehicle crash reported serious with multiple patients, While en route units requested add'l EMS units from
53, 59 & 612 to the scene. Units arrived to find a two vehicle crash with serious injuries, one Ford Explorer
SUV vs. a Compact Mazda car collided at the intersection. Fire & EMS personnel assisted and packaged the
patients to be transported to the local trauma center. Command held Engine & Rescue Squad 512 for hazard
control til the arrival of the tow company.  
COURTESY OF PUMPFIRE STAFF MEMBER TOM AMICO
PIC w/Serious Injuries, Lancaster County, PA 09.29.2007