Monthly Archives: August 2013

Frackville crash slows SR61

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – At 6:39 AM on Wednesday, August 28, Schuylkill County 9-1-1 dispatched Fire District 43 (Frackville), Frackville EMS and Shenandoah ALS to the area of 433 South Lehigh Avenue in Frackville for a vehicle accident with injuries. Responding units were advised of multiple calls reporting an accident with up to three vehicles involved and at least one person injured.  Rescue Engine 43-10 arrived on the scene and found a two vehicle accident in the intersection of Lehigh Avenue and Laurel Street.  Ambulance 4302 arrived on scene and initiated patient care. EMS found one patient that was injured … Continue reading →

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59th Annual Schuylkill County Convention Parade

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – On Saturday, August 24, the Citizens Fire Company #2 of Mahanoy City hosted the 59th Annual Schuylkill County Firefighters’ Convention.  A large parade was held to celebrate the event.  Firefighters, community members, bands and elected officials gathered from throughout Pennsylvania to participate in the parade.  The parade marched down Mahanoy Avenue and up Centre Street for a large gathering of spectators to enjoy the participants.  After the parade, a party was held at the Citizens station where attendees could socialize and enjoy food and beverages.  Awards were given out to the best participants.  Many participants expressed … Continue reading →

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SUV slams into home; injures driver and homeowner

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – At 7:37 AM on Tuesday, August 20, Schuylkill County 9-1-1 dispatched Fire District 4 (Fountain Springs and Lavelle), Ashland Rescue, Ashland EMS and Shenandoah ALS to 920 Fountain Street in Butler Township for a motor vehicle accident with entrapment. First responding units were advised of a car into a house with severe structural damage.  It was reported that one person was ejected from the vehicle and was lying unconscious in the home and another occupant was trapped in the vehicle.  The original reports stated the homeowner was unaccounted for.  The rescue assignment was quickly upgraded and … Continue reading →

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59th Annual Schuylkill County Firefighters’ Convention kicks off with Memorial Service

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – The 59th Annual Schuylkill County Firefighters’ Convention started on Sunday, August 18 with a Memorial Service in Mahanoy City.  The service began with a procession from the Citizens Fire Company, the host of the convention, to Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church on West Mahanoy Avenue.  The entire Mahanoy City Fire Department was joined by companies from throughout Schuylkill County in the procession. Attendees were welcomed to the church by the pastor of the parish, Rev. Kevin Gallagher and the President of the Citizens, Harry Wagner Jr.. Readings from scripture were given by lectors who represented three … Continue reading →

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Englewood houses Pierce engine

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – On Saturday, August 3, The Friendship Fire Company of Englewood hosted a housing ceremony for their 2013 Pierce Velocity Engine.  The festivities began with an apparatus parade commencing at 1:00 PM.  Over thirty pieces of apparatus gathered from surrounding communities to celebrate the housing. After the parade, the housing ceremony was emceed by fire company president Bill Blickley.  Plaques were given out to many different people and organization for their contributions over the years including Pierce representatives, the Ladies’ Auxiliary and neighboring fire companies. Ed Beneshunas, Chief, was up next and talked about the dedication of … Continue reading →

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Helmet cam footage: garage fire in Ringtown

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Fire and Film

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA – Just before midnight on August 1, Schuylkill County dispatched the first alarm to 22 South 4th Street in Ringtown for a garage fire. District 30 (Ringtown Valley), District 9 (Sheppton-Oneida), Shenandoah for Engine 742 and Squrt 745, Nuremberg-Weston, Mahanoy City West End for the rescue, Ringtown BLS and Shenandoah ALS were due on the alarm. First arriving units found heavy fire showing from a large garage. Engine 30-10 and 30-11 took the A/B corner while Aristes Engine 353 secured a hydrant on Main Street and supplied the engine.  Squrt 745 positioned at the A/D corner and … Continue reading →

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