Lower Merion Professional Firefighters Association IAFF Local 2844

LMFD responded to 29 incidents last week including a building fire and helping a child who managed to get their finger stuck in a plastic picnic table.LMFD responded to 29 incidents last week including a building fire and helping a child who managed to get their finger stuck in a plastic picnic table.

Around 01:30 this morning crews were alerted for a possible shed fire on the 300 Block of North Narberth in the Borough. First arriving crews found a fully involved shed and several brush fires due to down power lines. Crews made a quick attack and the fire was under control around the 20 minute mark. Great job by all on scene.

Engine 24, Rescue 22, Rescue 21 and 313 responded to Conshohocken State and Mill Creek Road for a vehicle rescue. Crews had one subject in the car over the embankment. Great job by all on scene.

The PPFFA Executive Board and Officers are extremely excited and proud to announce that Philadelphia IAFF Local 22 has reached out to our Executive Board and ap...plied for membership with the PPFFA. Today their membership application was voted on and unanimously accepted into the PPFFA according to Article II Membership, Section I of our Constitution, and Bylaws. We are extremely excited and look forward to working with Local 22’s Executive Board and their members as we fight for our rights in Harrisburg. Please feel free to reach out and welcome our Brothers and Sisters to the PPFFA. Philadelphia Fire Fighters and Paramedics Union IAFF 4th District Vice President Andrew Pantelis See more

Crews were dispatched around 11am today for a report of a fire coming from a garage to the rear of the house in Narberth Borough. Station 26, 28, Squad 22, and Ladder 21 were all responding when Assistant Chief 26-2 arrived and confirmed a garage fully involved. The Lower Merion Working Fire Dispatch was transmitted bringing the other three companies. In just under 30 minutes 26 Command placed the fire under control. Great work by all on scene.

Congratulations Officer Wayock and good luck with retirement! Thank you for your support to Lower Merion and to Local 2844! Your FTO would be proud to see how wonderful your radio skills are after 29 years !

***Fire Under Control*** The Lower Merion Working Fire Dispatch has been transmitted. Please avoid the area if possible. Crews are in service with an attached garage fire, Captain 28 has heavy smoke showing. Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters/Emergency Responders and Friends

Happy Holidays from Local 2844 especially to all the First Responders working today have a safe and healthy shift!

LMFD responded to 48 incidents last week including a vehicle extrication.LMFD responded to 48 incidents last week including a vehicle extrication.

Winter weather, in addition to hazardous road conditions, bringswith it a host of safety concerns. Your local 2844 fire fighters encourage you to prepare ahead and stay safe this winter. HEAT To counter the weather outside, many of us use fireplaces andspace heaters or crank up the thermostat. Each of those presents its own safety concerns. As we rely on furnaces to heat our homes, it is important to take a few moments to make sure yours has been professionally serviced so th...at it is clean and in proper working order. VEHICLE SAFETY Driving in winter conditions is always a challenge, but by preparing for the drive, you can arrive at your destination safely. Regular maintenance for your vehicle is always important, but even more so in the winter months. FIRE HYDRANTS Fire fighters also ask that you clear snow from your sidewalks and driveway. Do not pile snow near fire hydrants. If you see a hydrant with snow around it, please clear it. Fire hydrants buried in snow drifts can significantly slow down our response time. Stay Safe and Stay Warm, Your Local 2844 Fire Fighters