At 09:24am the Downingtown Fire Department was dispatched to Lowe’s in East Caln Township for smoke from a dumpster. Engine 45 arrived first and confirmed there was an active fire in the dumpster. Engine 46-2 laid a 5” supply line from a hydrant to supply Engine 45. Crews went into service with a handline to extinguish the fire and secure power to the compactor. Total time in service was just over ... (Full Story & Photos)
This past weekend 7 members of the Downingtown Fire Department completed Advanced Line Systems taught by WhiteCap Water Rescue Training, LLC. For some it was a refresher and for others it was another step towards obtaining their PA Water Rescue Technician Certification. We’d like to congratulate everyone for completing the class.
Minquas Fire Company No. 2 FF Tim Swisher FF Tommy Lee IV FF/AEMT ... (Full Story & Photos)
Engine 46-2 and Brush 45 from Alert Fire Co. No. 1 were dispatched to a Brush Fire on Norwood House Road in East Caln Township. The fire was placed under control shortly after arriving.
With the dry weather and dead leaves it's a dangerous time of the year for brush fires to start. Please use caution when using open flames or discarding cigarettes. ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Wednesday, October 12th we hosted our Open House during the week of Fire Prevention. October is Fire Prevention month and the second week in October is dedicated as Fire Prevention Week. During this week we hold an open house for members of the community to visit our station to meet our personnel, see our equipment up close, see live demonstrations, and participate in some of the things firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)
Today marks the official start of Fire Prevention Week. The theme this year is planning an escape route from your home and establishing a meeting place. It’s important that should there ever be an emergency you and your family know the best way out and a place for everyone to meet. Common meeting places are a tree in the front or backyard, mailbox, neighbors house, or the driveway. Please ensure your ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Sunday afternoon Air 46 and MICU 146 assisted Coatesville City Bureau of Fire and surrounding mutual aid on a 2-alarm house fire in Coatesville City. While onscene crews from Air 46 assisted with overhaul and filling SCBA cylinders.
While the crew from Air 46 was working in Coatesville, a crew was on standby at the station to cover emergency calls in Downingtown Borough, East Caln Township, and ... (Full Story & Photos)
Just before 5:00pm the Downingtown Fire Department was dispatched for an auto accident with reported entrapment in East Caln Township. Engine 46-2, MICU 46-4, Rescue 45, Squad 45, and DFD Fire Police all made the response. Crews arrived onscene to find the driver self extricated and went into service stabilizing the vehicle until the tow truck arrived. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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