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| 2010 Incidents |
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Fire |
ALS |
BLS |
| Jan |
45 |
127 |
118 |
| Feb |
0 |
120 |
84 |
| Mar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Apr |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| May |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Jun |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Jul |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Aug |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Sep |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Oct |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Nov |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Dec |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Total |
45 |
247 |
202 |
| Past Incidents |
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Fire |
ALS |
BLS |
| 2009 |
437 |
1293 |
1191 |
| 2008 |
421 |
1181 |
1244 |
| 2007 |
406 |
1135 |
1199 |
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Daylight Savings Time: Change your Smoke Detector Batteries
MARCH 10
- The Chester County Fire Marshals Office reminds all residents that Daylight Savings Time begins March 14. Turn clocks ahead 1 hour and replace the batteries in all SMOKE DETECTORS and CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS at this time. ALL residential properties are required to have Carbon Monoxide detectors along with Smoke Detectors. If you have a question as to the placement of these detectors contact your ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Busy Duty Crew Night for Station 46
FEBRUARY 15
- It was a busy duty crew night for the members of the Sunday night duty crew as they ran 3 separate incidents starting at 2:15 AM and ending at 6:00 AM Monday morning.
The first dispatch called for Stations 45 and 46 to assist Station 39 (West Bradford) with an auto accident in the area of Creagh Knoll Lane and Shadyside Drive. Before any response from either station the Chester County Fire Board ... (Full Story)
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Gas Leak Inside
FEBRUARY 13
- On Saturday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m., Stations 45 and 46 were dispatched to The Home Depot in East Caln Township for the report of a natural gas leak inside. Assistant Chief 46 went on-scene and advised the first responding units to investigate the building. Engine 46-1 made the response along with Rescue and Engine 45. Both arrived on-scene and investigated the building with gas meters. A strong ... (Full Story)
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Breaking News: Chimney Fire in East Bradford
FEBRUARY 10
- The Downingtown Fire Department was dispatched to a chimney fire in East Bradford Township. The call was upgraded to a report of a house fire after a backup call reported smoke in the attic of the structure. Units from stations 39 (West Bradford), 47 (Lionville), and 49 (East Brandywine) responded to assist on the incident. Fire was contained to the area of the chimney with some extension to the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Winter Safety Reminders from Chester County Fire Marshals Office
FEBRUARY 10
- The Chester County Fire Marshals Office suggests that residents make sure their in house heaters are working properly and their fireplace chimneys are working and clear of any creosote buildup now that we are halfway through the heating season. All heating appliances should be monitored for any problems during the entire heating season to prevent accidental Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Remember to check ... (Full Story)
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Help Us Help You - Dig Out Snow Covered Fire Hydrants On Your Property
FEBRUARY 09
- After this recent snow storm, between snowfall and plowing, many fire hydrants are buried. This makes them much harder to find and difficult to dig out when it's needed.
Help us help you. When seconds count, looking for then digging our way to a fire hydrant takes time and energy - something that distracts us from our first priority - you, your home, and your loved ones.
If you have a fire ... (Full Story)
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Station 46 Assists Uwchlan Ambulance With an EMS Assist
FEBRUARY 08
- On Sunday morning, at 2:00 AM, Station 46 was dispatched to assist the Uwchlan Ambulance (Station 87) for an EMS Assist. The report stated that the homeowner's driveway had not been plowed yet from the previous day's snowstorm and the ambulance would require assistance with patient packaging. Squad 46 went quickly en-route with a crew of 4. Also, assisting were Ambulance 46-1 and Medic 46-1. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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A Special Note from Captain 46
FEBRUARY 07
- 46 WEATHERS THE STORM
Beginning at 18:00hrs on Friday, February 5, 2010 and extending thru Sunday, February 7 until 18:00hrs crews from the Minquas Fire Company #2 manned the station around the clock. Squad 46 was equipped for the snow with a full compliment of shovels and even a snow blower attached to the back which came in very handy when the crew was alerted around 02:00 Sunday morning for ... (Full Story)
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In Remembrance - 343
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