5 RUNS IN 3.5 HOURS

Sunday, January 15, 2012  At approximately 12:30am Sunday morning, staffing at the station reported a power failure. Within moments, Aston PD called out at a MVA on Dutton Mill Rd, a block from Station 63. PD reported one subject trapped and another hanging from the car. The car had lost control and completely sheared off a utility pole before coming to rest in the front lawn in the 2800 Block of Dutton Mill Rd. The pole damage resulted in a power surge and failure in the area. Rescue 63 (FF G. Plotts) with a staffing of 6, arrived to confirm one trapped with wires down. Deputy 63 (Dawson) arrived and assumed the Dutton Mill Command as the crews went to work removing both drivers side doors and "B" post for patient access. The driver was extricated in 15 minutes along with the passenger who were transported to the local Trauma Center. As this was on going, a second call for wires at Dutton Mill and Pennell and an automatic fire alarm were being received. Deputy 63 requested QT52 handle the AFA at Sun Valley High School, while 72 handled the wires call.

 Initial crews entering the school found the alarm sounding and were met by a strong odor of smoke in several areas of the school. Command requested the box assignment to be filled out. This brought the balance of Co. 52, 72, TW61, R45 & NCC RIT 13 to the scene as the remaining units from 63 cleared the wreck and made the response. Several crews split up to search for the source of the smoke, finding a damaged air handling unit on the roof. During this event, yet another home owner a block from the school on Pierce Ave reported the odor of something burning, bringing Chief 63 (M. Evans) an additional street assignment to handle that emergency. SQ52 investigated a strong electrical odor inside the residence and PECO was notified. Three and a half hours and 5 emergencies later, crews were able to get back to the station and get some much needed rest.

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NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY

Friday, January 13, 2012  The officers and members would like to congratulate FF/EMT Dan O’Brien and his wife on the birth of their 1st child, daughter Mackenzie O’Brien born 1853 hours weighing 8 lbs 6 oz. and 23 inches long. Mom and baby O’Brien are now home and doing great.

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LARGE BRUSH FIRE

Monday, January 9, 2012  Just past dinner, Companies 63 and 72 were dispatched to the rear of the 100 block of Mildred Lane for the brush fire. Engine 63 (B. Harris Jr. 9B) arrived to report a 100X100 area of brush running the woods behind the homes. A 300' leader line was stretched to dual 1.75 hand lines to get water to the fire located deep into the woods. Company 47 (CTFC) was dispatched for their Gator to help crews access this remote area. Crews operated for just under 2 hours hitting hot spots and separating the dry brush from the burned area.

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TRUCK TRANSFER

Monday, January 9, 2012  At just past 11:30 and with the station staffed with the day crew, Truck 63 was requested to transfer to Station 73 (Rose Tree) while they operated at a 2nd alarm house fire in their 1st due. Truck 63 (B. Harris 9B) maintained coverage for both Upper Providence Twp. and Media Borough from Station 73. The crew assisted Rose Tree's crew with re-racking their hose lines and returned just before 15:00hrs. No calls were recorded.

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RESCUE COVER TO DELAWARE CITY

Saturday, January 7, 2012  The Rescue with a crew of 7 arrived at the Delaware City Fire Co around 1700 hours to cover them for their banquet. The crew was joined by the ambulance crew from Wilmington Manor Fire Co. Both crews were treated to a nice dinner by the fire company. The ambulance ran a call around dinner. The Rescue had a building response to Wilmington Manor's local while enroute the assignment was held to the first Engine and Truck. The Rescue returned to the station for some coffee and ice cream. Rescue 63 returned to Aston around 0130 hours. We would like to thank Del. City for their hospitality and the invitation once again. While the Rescue was in Delaware the Engine & Truck ran a brush fire on Dogwood Lane. E63 arrived with a fire pit and the assignment was recalled.

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KITCHEN FIRE IN CHESTER TWP

Friday, January 6, 2012  Just after 2200 hours the street assignment was put out for the unit block of Concord Rd for the house on fire reported a kitchen. E63 (Harris Jr.) & T63 (Pizzi) with 8 hit the street quickly and arrived with a 1.5 story SFD with smoke showing. E63 laid out and made the stretch. E63's Officer assumed the Chester Twp Cmd until their arrival. T63 assumed the 1st Due Special Services. R63 (M. Evans) arrived next and assumed the 2nd Due Special services.The bulk of the fire was knocked down and crews extinguished the extension in the walls & ceiling area and all searches were negative within the 1st 10 minute mark. Command was transferred to 47's officer and the units assisted with the investigation. Units on scene were E63, T63, R63, U63, DO63, 47, QT52, E57, T61 & RIT 39 Units operated for over an hour under the Command of H Dillman (47) & the Interior Sector was A/C B. Harris Jr.

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ATTENTION ALL ACTIVE MEMBERS

Attention all active members. It's that time of year again for annual training refreshers. Please check your emails & bulletins around the stations for dates and times.

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WINTER CLASSIC WITH A HOMETOWN FEELING

Wednesday, January 4, 2012  Tonight 7 members were in attendance showing their support for the Neumann University Hockey team who took on Penn State in the finale of the Winter Classic Festivities at Citizens Bank Park. Members Kim Dawson & Katherine Coupe are Neumann Univ. Alumni.  The Neumann Knights won the game 6 to 3 (ironically 6-3). In all a good time was had by the members as we supported our local University.

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2012 ADMINISTRATIVE & TACTICAL OFFICERS

Sunday, January 1, 2012  ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS President - Mike Lucy Sr. Vice President - Sean Joyce Secretary - Merritt Harmon Treasurer - Kevin Carr Trustees - Jim Krapf, Dave Durbano, Bob Herre III Associate Directors - Brian Harris Jr. and Chris Repine Fire Chief - Mike Evans TACTICAL OFFICERS Fire Chief 63 - Mike Evans Deputy Chief 63A - Ken Dawson Jr. 1st Assistant Chief 63B - Brian Harris Jr. 2nd Assistant Chief 63C - Dave Durbano Captain 63 - Jim Krapf Truck Liuetenant 63-13 - Chris Repine Engine Liuetenant 63-13A - Gordon D. Pippin Rescue Liuetenant 63-13B - Frank Pizzi Safety Officer 63 - Chris Schmid EMS Coordinator - Kevin Carr Chief Engineer 63-14 - Merritt Harmon Fire Marshal ASC-1 - Tom Morgan Sr. Deputy Fire Marshal ASC-1A - Sean Joyce

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HAPPY NEW YEAR

Saturday, December 31, 2011  The officers and members would like to wish everyone a happy and safe 2012. 2011 was another busy year for us. Closing out the year with 681 fire calls 212 QRS calls for a total of 893 total calls, 42 of them being working fires. We would like to thank our members & their families for allowing us the time to provide the highest professional level of service to the residents of Aston Twp. and surrounding communities.

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