On March 14th at 3:30 PM, Station 18 R.I.T. was dispatched on the structure fire assignment for 855 North Park Rd at the Wynnewood Apartments. The initial report was to check for smoke coming from the location. Ladder 18 went responding immediately with 8 personnel. Units arrived … [Read more...]
On March 14th at 6:12 p.m. Company 18 received its 3rd structure fire assignment of the day. Western Berks Fire Department was sent on the mutual aid assignment to 422 South Freeman St. for a reported chimney fire. Ladder 18, Rescue 18 and Engine 18-1 responded and arrived as 1st … [Read more...]
On Wednesday, March 4, 2015 Ladder 18 was dispatched to 1354 West Wyomissing Court at the Lincoln Park Apartments, in Spring Township for a reported building on fire. Engine 85 (Spring Township) arrived on the scene first with heavy fire on the first and second floors of a middle … [Read more...]
Adopt-A-Hydrant Program
Fire hydrants are a critical tool used by the fire department when a fire occurs. Being able to quickly locate and access the fire hydrant can make a significant impact on the outcome of the fire. With over 500 hydrants located throughout the communities we serve, it is difficult … [Read more...]
With the cooler months upon us, now is the opportune time to check your heating devices for the upcoming winter months. Here are a few safety tips for your home heating appliances. More information can be found by downloading this PDF document developed by the United States Fire … [Read more...]
