EMS Executive Director Chief Derek Dry, December 09
This past Saturday, December 6th, Minquas EMS had the privilege of partnering with our colleagues at the Thorndale Fire Company and Caln Township Firefighters to host another successful Community CPR & Stop the Bleed training.
We are proud to share that 24 community members completed this lifesaving training—adding to the 19 residents trained at our May session. In just two events, 43 neighbors now ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Friday, December 5th Engine 46-2 & MICU 146 assisted West Bradford Fire Company and surrounding mutual aid on a house fire. Crews assisted with search, fire attack, and overhaul.
In recognition of Child Passenger Safety Week, Minquas EMS is proud to stand alongside our partners in public safety – Caln Township Police Department, Caln Township Firefighters, and Thorndale Fire Company – to support a Car Seat Safety Event for our community.
This initiative highlights the importance of collaboration between emergency services to keep our youngest community members safe. No appointment ... (Full Story & Photos)
Around 11:00pm on July 4th the Downingtown Fire Department was dispatched to a residential fire in Downingtown Borough. Assistant 45 (J. Trego) arrived first to find a fully involved shed between two homes with fire extending into the one home. Crews from Tower 45 and Engine 45 arrived and began with fire attack. Crews from Engine 46-1 and Engine 46-2 assisted with fire attack and checking for extension. ... (Full Story & Photos)
During the evening of Thursday, June 26th Engine 46-2 was dispatched to assist Lionville Fire Company and surrounding mutual aid on a residential fire in Uwchlan Township. First arriving units arrived to find fire through the roof. The crew from Engine 46-2 assisted with fire attack on the second floor and checking for extension.
On May 23rd, Chester County car seat technicians—led by Paramedic Fastman—joined forces with Mazi Adoption Services, the Downingtown Library, and fellow safety professionals in a powerful demonstration of community collaboration and commitment to public safety. The child passenger safety event, held at Station 46, marked the conclusion of EMS Week 2025 and supported the mission of Foster Care Awareness ... (Full Story & Photos)
Minquas Fire Company EMS and Mazi Adoption and Family Services Partner to Host Community Car Seat Check Event
Downingtown, PA — Minquas Fire Company EMS is proud to partner with Mazi Adoption and Family Services to host a Community Car Seat Check in celebration of EMS Week and Foster Care Awareness Month. This family-friendly event will take place on Friday, May 23, 2025, from ... (Full Story)
Fleet Upgrade Alert – No Cause for Concern! Exciting news from Minquas EMS! Our fleet is undergoing some much-anticipated upgrades, starting with a full rechassis of Ambulance A3, made possible through our partnership with Glick Fire Equipment.
While A3 is off receiving its enhancements, you may see a temporary loaner ambulance responding to calls. It may not wear our signature Minquas colors but ... (Full Story & Photos)
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