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HVFC was dispatched for a vehicle accident rescue at 7 am today on Philmont Ave between Red Lion and Pine Roads. Three victims trapped in a sedan were rescued once roof of car removed by crews from Squads 8, 11 and Engine 8-1. Four people transported to local hospitals. Also responding on the call were Station 8 Fire Police and …
HVFC was dispatched at 3:28 pm on Jan 21, 2016 for a dwelling fire on the 400 block of Welsh Road. LMPD confirmed house well involved. Chief 8 established command and ordered exterior attack as resident got out and firefighters encountered heavy fire load. Crews went in service with heaviest water lines. Assisting us today were units from Rockledge 9, …
The Officers and Members of the Huntingdon Valley Fire Company would like to extend our congratulations to firefighter and former Lieutenant Joseph āJJā Weinstein. On Saturday January 2nd, J.J. fulfilled a lifelong dream and graduated from the 190th Cadet Class of the Philadelphia Fire Academy. Graduating 3rd in his class, JJ was recognized by the Philadelphia Fire Department for his …
On Saturday December 12th, members of the Huntingdon Valley Fire Company attended the companyās Annual Firefighter Appreciation Night. Each year, our firefighters are recognized for their dedication and service to the community. Several members received service awards ranging from 3 years to 50 years of active service along with two members who were individually recognized by the Chief and President …
Station 8 was dispatched at 7:30pm November 12th for a dwelling fire in the 200 block of Cranberry Drive. Callers reported two elderly residents in the home. LMPD confirmed heavy smoke, and got the remaining resident out of the home. Engine 8-1 laid in from hydrant and deployed two 1 3/4 hand lines to the basement where fire was located. …
Station 8 was dispatched for a car fire at 1:09 pm on Meadowlark Drive near Oriole Lane. Upon arrival Engine 8-1 confirmed the report and deployed two attack lines. Captain 8 requested additional apparatus to the scene. Also responding were Squad 11 which deployed foam and Utility 8. Station 8 Fire Police handled traffic control. No injuries to the occupant …
Engine 8-1 was dispatched at 5:15 am this morning to assist Southampton Fire Company with a commercial building fire on County Line Road near Mann Road. Station 8 Fire Police were also dispatched to assist with traffic control.
Fire Prevention Open House was held from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Fire safety demonstrations, zip line for the kids and live fire activities are just a few of the interactive activities we were heldĀ for the kids today. Vehicle Rescue demonstrations were heldĀ at 12:30 and 2:00 PM. It was aĀ great day of fun!
At 8:51, Stations 8 and 11 were dispatched to reports of a vehicle fire in the area of Philmont Ave and Red Lion Rd. Squad 8 and Engine 8-1 responded. FM 25 arrived on location, confirming the fire was out. Crews from Squad 8 did some additional minor extinguishing.
At 12:39 am, Station 8 was dispatched for a vehicle rescue in the area of Pine Road and Shoemaker Road. Initial reports stated car into a telephone pole with power lines down around the vehicle. PECO units arrived on scene and secured power to the area. Once power was secure, crews from Squad 8 extricated the driver. Patient was transported …