Members of Lake Harmony, Tunkhannock, Penn Forrest, and Quakertown Fire Companies attended a 16 hour Special Vehicle Rescue Class over the weekend. The class concentrated on larger vehicle rescue scenarios. A tractor trailer, tri-axle dump truck, motorhome and cargo van were all used to set up various different rescue situations. Crews worked together to stabilize and extricate the occupants.
A pickup truck towing a large trailer full of hay was hit head on by another passenger vehicle along State Route 903 in fire district 17. Rescue 17 responded and secured the scene, along with our fire police and Albrightsville Fire Company. The roadway was completely shut down until a heavy duty wrecker from All Points Towing arrived to upright the trailer and remove the two vehicles.
During a special vehicle rescue class at Lake Harmony Fire Company, we were dispatched to assist Albrightsville for a carryout at Boulder Field in Hickory Run State Park. Lake Harmony and members of Quakertown’s West End Fire Company responded and were able to carry out the victim who sustained a knee injury on the rocks.
Lake Harmony Fire Company supported the Limerick Fire Department who hosted the Pennsylvania State Fire Convention and Parade today. After responding to a tractor trailer rollover with entrapment at 5:30 this morning, Lake Harmony won top prizes for Best Ladder, Best Heavy Rescue, Best Tanker, Best Water Rescue Unit, Best QRS Unit, and Second Best Engine. Thanks to all of our members who put in countless hours to get the trucks in top shape for the parade and to ensure that all of the tools and equipment were ready for service. Special thanks go out to Penn Forest Station 22 for their top notch stand by crew!
Carbon County Communications dispatched districts 17, 16 and 22, Lake Harmony Ambulance, and Lehighton Ambulance for a tractor trailer rollover at the 280 mile marker with entrapment. Ambulance 17 arrived and reported that the driver was entrapped. As Rescue 17 was approaching the scene, they updated their report that the driver was out of the vehicle. Rescue 17 set up traffic control and eventually turned the scene over to Engine 2210 who remained on scene until released by PSP.
Lake Harmony, Albrightsville and Lake Harmony Ambulance were dispatched to a reported tractor trailer fire at the 281 mile marker on Interstate 80. Engine 17 arrived on scene with a well involved trailer fire and lead off with two hand lines. Tanker 17 supplied the engine and was replaced by tanker 22 who were requested once units were on scene. Additional units were requested from Monroe County stations 42 and 43.
Lake Harmony Fire Company ran a high angle rope rescue class tonight at the Camp Mosey Wood tower. Members from Tunkhannock Fire Company joined us for the training. The class started with a classroom session, followed by a hands on session at the tower. The evolution was to rig a mechanical advantage to complete a horizontal stokes basket raise. One crew setup the high point, another established an anchor point, while the third set up the belay. After several evolutions, each crew had an opportunity to operate each station successfully.
Rescue, Ladder, Special Service and Marine 17 attended the annual parade of boats held at Nick’s Lake House today. 15 boats gave it their all with elaborate decorations and amusing themes. The Mystery Machine, piloted by captain David Lennon, won top prize! Marine 17 made an appearance in the parade as well. Children played with cribbing blocks, while their parents toured the apparatus. A great time was had by all, and all proceeds benefit the Lake Harmony Fire Company and the Rescue Squad. THANKS to all who participated and to those who set everything up.
A vehicle left the roadway and plowed through multiple small trees and shrubs for over 200 feet before coming to rest on top of a downed tree. The 2 occupants and their baby safely self extricated before first responders arrived on scene. Rescue 17 secured the scene and managed traffic control until All Points Towing arrived to remove the vehicle.
Lake Harmony Tanker 17 was special called by 1602 to respond to a rubbish fire behind the Hickory Tavern.
Companies were dispatched to a reported vehicle fire in front of the Kidder Township Municipal Building. Engine 17 was advised that a dump truck with a trailer hauling construction equipment was on fire. Crews pulled one 1.75 line and quickly extinguished the brake fire.
Fire districts 17, 16 and Lake Harmony Ambulance were dispatched to a tractor trailer rollover with injuries on the east bound off ramp at the Lake Harmony exit of interstate 80. 1602 arrived on scene and confirmed a rollover with the driver self extricated. Special service 17 arrived along with engine 17 and treated the injured driver while waiting for the ambulance to arrive. Crews secured the scene and fire police handled traffic control. All units were on scene for 2 hours before being released by PSP.
Lake harmony Fire Company was dispatched at 05:20 to assist Monroe County station 41 on a fully involved commercial building fire at the corner of state route 115 and 940. Engine and Tanker 17 responded together and set up operations on the “A-B” corner of the structure. Engine 17’s crew stretched two 1.75″ lines off of a 2.5″ leader line to the “B” and “C” sides of the building. Tanker 17 supplied the engine, and was then relieved by multiple Monroe County tankers throughout the duration of the fire. The engine pumped for over 7 hours. The building was a total loss and no injuries were reported.
Penn Forest Station 22 and 12 were dispatched to a reported dwelling fire on Browning Way in the Towamensing Trails Development Wednesday morning. Upon arrival, Lake Harmony was added for full company response with the ladder responding first. Ladder 17 arrived and went into service to the peak of the roof to check for extension of a fire that started in a light fixture and burnt through the wall and roof area. Due to wires and trees at the front of the driveway, the ladder had a challenging placement, but was able to make the shot. Tanker 17 arrived behind the ladder and was staged with station 22’s units. All units were clear within an hour.
