28 was dispatched this evening to smoke in the area of Belmont Avenue and Llandrillo Rd. Pipeline 28 responded, and while enroute recieved an update of a home on fire on the 300 block of Penbree Terace. Crews arrived on scene to a dwelling fire with heavy smoke showing, and quickly deployed several hand lines. Firefighters rapidly searched the home for potentially trapped people and worked to bring the fire under control. No firefighters were injured in the blaze.


Thank you to Engine 25 and Ladder 21 who stood by in our station.


Total time in service: 3 hours, 15 Minutes

Units on Scene: Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Utility 28, Squad 22, Rescue 22, Ladder 26, Engine 26, Engine 26-1, Engine 26-2, Engine 24, Air 24, Engine 21, Medic 313-6, Medic 313-12, Medic 313-9, Rehab 313-4, Lower Merion Fire Marshals, Lower Merion Police


Photo credit to Pete Bannan of the Main Line Times

Station 28 proudly took part in assisting the Jewish community today with the Burning of the Bread for Passover. Firefighters set up burning barrels for a controlled burn, as members from the community came to Kohelet Yeshiva High school for the ritual.

We thank the generosity of the residents that donated today, and look forward to seeing you all again next year.

Union Fire Association American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, April 6 “Good Friday” 1:00 -7:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Hall

For an Appointment, Please Click here Or sign up with Whitney Chestnut by dialing 484-424-9448

General Eligibility Guidelines Click here *If you are taking antibiotics or are sick, please wait to donate blood. How to boost your Iron Levels: Iron Rich Foods

Tattoos: Wait 12 months after a tattoo if the tattoo was applied in a state that does not regulate tattoo facilities (PA or NY) This requirement is related to concerns about hepatitis.

Travel: Wait 12 months after travel in an area where malaria is found. Wait 3 years after living in a country or countries where malaria is found. Map: http://www.cdc.gov/malaria/map/

Sickle Cell Patient/Donor Program: Participate! If you have the sickle cell trait you can still participate. Read more about Program: Click Here

Have you tried the Double Red Cell Donation? · Make double the difference

· Safe as whole blood donation, but you get a saline solution back and can feel more refreshed

· More Info click here

Bells awoke firefighters from sleep overnight at 0228hrs, as a fire broke out at a home in the Penn Valley section of Lower Merion. Station 26 (Narberth) was dispatched to a dwelling fire on the 400 block of Woodbine avenue. Shortly after arriving on scene to a garage fire with extension into the home, Station 28 was added to the dwelling fire assignment. Firefighters responded quickly to assist with firefighting efforts and to provide a RIT/FAST team.

Total time in service: 1 hour, 9 minutes

Units operating on scene: Ladder 26, Engine 26, Engine 26-1, Engine 25, Squad 22, Rescue 22, Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Utility 28, Air 24, Medic 313-5, Medic 313-7

We are pleased to announce that our hall rentals are now managed by Nick and Lou's Main Line Catering. All hall rental inquiries should be directed to 484-466-2730.

The building fire box assignment was struck this morning for a smoke condition inside a structure on the 100 block of Levering Mill Road in Bala Cynwyd. Crews arrived on location with a light smoke condition in the building. The source was found to be a malfunctioning elevator motor. Crews worked with building maintenance to secure the device.

Units on scene: Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Squad 22, Rescue 22, Ladder 26

Total Time in Service: 49 Minutes

Station 28 was alerted this afternoon to fuel spill following a vehicle accident. Pipeline 28 responded rapidly, arriving on scene to a 2 vehicle MVA with an active gasoline leak from one of the vehicles. Crews worked quickly to effectively contain the fuel spill and prevent further leakage to the nearby storm drains.

Total time in service: 1 hour, 10 minutes

Units operating on scene: Pipeline 28, Utility 28, Lower Merion Fire Marshals, Lower Merion Police

Station 28 is pleased to announce the reelection of Rob Carovillano, Carl Hornung, John McColgan, and Cory Wasson to the board of directors. 

We would like to welcome Janine Guerra, Richard Wells, and Kevin Murphy to our board.

Below is the year end report for station 28:

Total Incidents: 345

False: 165

Fire: 36

Good Intent: 57

Hazard: 45

Overpressure: 6

Rescue: 13

Service: 2

Other: 20

Station 28's (Top Runners) "Dirty Dozen":

1. Deputy Chief Steven Weber

2. Carl Hornung

3. Dan Szallasi

4. Rob Weber

5. Lieutenant George Almond

6. Joe Houston

7. Lieutenant Paul Daly

8. Chief Jim Hornung

9. Rob Carovillano

10. Assistant Chief Dave Staffieri

11. Whitney Chestnut

12. Jake Colman

From all of us at Station 28, Happy Holidays!

Below are the winners of our yearly active members club fundraiser:

The Mondros Family of Lodges Lane, Bala Cynwyd

The Puncell Family of Maple Avenue, Bala Cynwyd

The Ben Family of Hamilton Road, Merion

Thank you to everyone that participated for your kind generosity!

Firefighters  were alerted at 1953 hrs this evening to a reported dwelling fire with entrapment on the 100 block of Stoneway Lane. Neighbors could smell smoke and hear a female screaming for help. Fire apparatus from around the township, Lower Merion Police, and Narberth Ambulance responded rapidly. Police officers were able to rescue the victim, who suffered smoke inhalation. Pipeline 28 quickly went into service, searched the home, and extinguished the fire in the kitchen. Paramedics from Narberth Ambulance treated the victim and transported her to the nearby Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Total time in service: 55 minutes

Units on Location: Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Utility 28, Ladder 26, Engine 26, Engine 26-2, Squad 22, Medic 313-9, Basic 313-7, Lower Merion Fire Marshals

Bells rang late this afternoon at 1640 hours for a report of a chimney fire on the 100 block of Summit Lane in Bala Cynwyd. Firefighters on Pipeline 28 made a quick response, arriving on scene to a two story home with a moderate amount of smoke showing from the front door of the residence. Firefighters quickly located the out of control fire conveniently in the fireplace of the home. Flames were extinguished, the flue opened, and the smoke filled house vented.

Total time in service: 32 minutes

Units on scene: Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Engine 26, Ladder 26

After a short rest in the firehouse, firefighters were again alerted to a dwelling fire, now on the 300 block of Cherry Bend in Merion. Pipeline 28 arrived on scene only moments from dispatch, and found a fire in a bedroom of the home. Firefighters used pressurized water cans to extinguish the flames, and then checked for possible extension into other areas of the home. Forunately the quick action of station 28's firefighters confined the fire to only a small portion of the bedroom.

Total Time in Service: 28 minutes

Units on scene: Pipeline 28, Tower 28, Squad 22, Engine 25, Medic 313-9

Firefighters from station 28 were called to the 100 block of Conshohocken State road this morning for a reported CO poisoning in an Apartment Complex with multiple victims. Pipeline 28 responded to the scene, and found high readings of CO throughout the building. Crews quickly searched all units in the building for any remaining victims, while other personnel worked to secure the malfunctioning heater in the basement. Medics from Narberth Ambulance worked rapidly on the pediatric and adult victims, and called for additional units to assist. Firemen from Belmont Hills Fire Company worked closely with firefighters from 28 in the effort. Gladwyne Fire Company assisted with the Air Unit.

Time in Service: 1 hour, 23 minutes

EMS Units Operating on scene: Narberth Medic 313-7, Narberth Medic 313-9, Lafayette Medic 317-1, Lafayette Medic 317-2, Delco Medic 103, Delco Medic 108, Delco Ambulance 56-7

Fire Units Operating on scene: Union Pipeline 28, Gladwyne Air 24, Belmont Hills Ladder 22, Belmont Hills Rescue 22, Lower Merion Fire Marshals

 


Neighbors,

Over the next few days, family and members from station 28 will be delivering chances to your front door. This yearly fundraiser accounts for a significant portion of the active member's club financial allowances, and allows the company to provide our community with several events through the year, while also providing for the firehouse and our members. As many of you have in years past, we ask that you use this opportunity to donate. This is a great time to support your local volunteer firefighters, while also having the opportunity to win big if your numbers are drawn.

Please take a moment to navigate through our website and see a highlight of our calls from this past year. We are extremely proud to serve your community.

Our highly dedicated Board of Directors, contributing members, officers, and firefighters thank you for your generosity and support.

We regret to announce the passing of former member Robert Neely. Bob was an active member with station 28 for 15 years, and served the ranks of Firefighter, Lieutenant, and Captain. Bob had most recently served with Penn Wynne Fire Company (station 21), where he had served as a fireman, board member, and as a fire chief.

Please join us in remembering Bobby, and keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers.

The Funeral Announcement is available at:

http://www.pennwynnefire.org/