Blandon Fire Department

Tonight was week 8 of our Junior Firefighter Program. We currently have 7 members in the program. (2 were absent tonight.) During this program, Juniors attend an additional night of training per week where they are taught basic knowledge and skills of the job. Juniors were working on more ground ladder training tonight. #blandonfire

Last night crew utilized our training trailer and worked on search techniques and different scenarios that may happen. Included in that was going through a wall and an entanglement issue with string and wires. Crews operated in black out conditions with no visibility due to wearing our nomex hoods backwards.

The Blandon Fire Company is regretfully announcing that we will not be holding Fire Prevention or providing any demonstrations to local schools or daycares in accordance with CDC Guidelines. We will gladly provide Fire Prevention material to the community, schools and daycares at their request. Per the CDC Guideline: Cancel or postpone special events such as festivals, holiday events, and special performances.... Since the Blandon Fire Company responds to a variety of incidents from motor vehicle accidents and structure fires to medical calls, it is our position that in order to keep those in our community as safe as possible, we have eliminated all non-essential activities. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to Chief Daniel Miller and the Blandon Fire Company through our Facebook page or by calling 610-926-2811. https://www.cdc.gov//schools-c/guidance-for-childcare.html

Crews utilized the training trailer to perform RIT training tonight. Thanks to Joe Berish for the photos.

Ladder 12 and Engine 12 were operating at a MVA w/ Injuries in Maidencreek Twp when a vehicle fire was dispatched in Alsace Twp. E12 cleared the MVA and responded to the vehicle fire. Chief 13 arrived on scene and reported a well involved sedan. E66-3 and E12 arrived a short time later and initiated fire suppression. The fire was extinguished and overhauled. Once PSP arrived on scene the fire assignment was placed available. Central Fire Co. No. 1 of Laureldale, PA Muhlenberg Township Fire & Rescue 66

Little RIT run to Penn Township yesterday afternoon turned into being used as manpower.

FYI to our residents

Thank you to Maidencreek Village Apartments for allowing us to train on their grounds. Crews practiced stretching hose lines from our apparatus to apartment doors on all floors of the building. We appreciate the support we receive from our community! Also, thanks to our photographer Joe Berish for taking photos.

Boil Water Advisory - Sept 1 @ 3pm ALL residents of Maidencreek Township on the public water system are notified to not drink the water without boiling it first.... Bring water to a rolling boil for one minute. People with severely compromised immune systems, infants and some elderly may be at increased risk. You will be notified when the water is again safe to drink. The formal notification will be posted on the Township website when received at www.maidencreek.net The boil water advisory is anticipated to be lifted by September 4th once bacteria samples are tested and the results show no bacteria present. Questions call 610-926-4173. The Authority apologizes for the inconvenience this event may cause you.

U12 and E12 responded to assist Union Fire Company No.1 of Hamburg with a second alarm structure fire earlier today. Once on scene, one crew stood by as RIT, and the other crew went to the roof to assist with opening up and controlling the fire spread. #FAST Rescue Solutions #BlandonFire

This morning Ladder 12 assumed 1st in aerial on a 2nd alarm fire in Ruscombmanor Township. FAST Rescue Solutions FAST Board was placed at an easily accessible location by the front door if needed.