Brickerville Volunteer Fire Company

Santa is coming to town on December 19th. He will be practicing social distancing. We are doing things a little different this year with the Pandemic, 1st Santa... will arrive at the parking lot of Grace Point Church at 8:00 am until 8:45 am to distribute Candy Canes to the kids, next he will be at Snyder Park from 9:00 am until 9:45am. He will then move to Hopeland Park from 10:00 am until 10:45 am. From there he will move to Starlight Campground from 11:00am to 11:45 am. Please wear masks and practice social distancing while he and his Elves will do the same. Santa, would love to have you sit on his lap and talk with you but he decided to try and keep you all safe. Please respect Santa’s wishes. Hope to see you all there! Santa wants to wish you all a Merry Christmas!!!! See more

UPDATED INFORMATION FROM BRICKERVILLE FIRE COMPANY Now that we are all under a stay-home order from the Governor, here are some updated thoughts from your friends at BVFC:...Continue reading

Santa will return to Brickerville!!!! Santa will once again visit the neighborhoods of Brickerville this Saturday, November 28, between 8:30-10:45am. This year’...s even will be contact-free in order to keep his reindeer safe! There will be no physical contact between Santa, his helpers and the public. But children young and old, are encouraged to wave and shout to Santa from their windows, porches, driveways and yards! See more

UPDATED INFORMATION FROM BRICKERVILLE FIRE COMPANY Now that we are all under a stay-home order from the Governor, here are some updated thoughts from your friends at BVFC:...Continue reading

The Brickerville Fire Hall is wishing you a healthy and safe Thanksgiving!

At this time, we just want to say that, because we anticipate cancellations going later than early April, we are simply stating that bingo is canceled until further notice. Stay tuned!At this time, we just want to say that, because we anticipate cancellations going later than early April, we are simply stating that bingo is canceled until further notice. Stay tuned!

Please consider donating to help offset medical costs for Brickerville Assistant Chief Jeff Strauss's recent 6-way heart bypass surgery. A long-time fire service volunteer, Jeff has served his community bravely and is a leader and a mentor to many. Thank you, and Stay Safe! https://gf.me/u/y74h97

Important message from Brickerville Volunteer Fire Company about Covid 19. The fire company wants all members of the community to rest assured that we remain available, as always, to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In an abundance of caution for the safety of our volunteers, members and the community, we have closed the fire station and canceled all activities except responding to emergency calls. We urge everyone in the Brickerville area to... do your part to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus! Stay home except for absolutely necessary travel. Do not run unnecessary errands, do not attend church or other group activities (except online) and do not get together with extended family or friends for social activities. All of these activities may seem harmless, but in reality, they greatly increase the risk of spreading the disease. Rather, except for absolutely necessary errands, stay home and enjoy quality time with your immediate family. When you must go out, maintain a minimum of 6 feet distance between people, and remember to wash your hands or use hand sanitizer frequently. Check up by telephone on elderly friends and relatives. When you must run necessary errands, try to send only one person. Keep in mind that even a person who looks and feels fine may still be carrying the Covid-19 virus and may spread it to people who are at risk. If we are all diligent about following these common sense practices, we will minimize the time for which they are even necessary. As your local fire company, we always feel a tremendous sense of responsibility for the safety and welfare of our community. We are therefore proud to be a leader in circulating this information and encouragement in the Brickerville area. We wish the best to all of our friends, neighbors and local business owners during this time!

Let’s support our local businesses during this time!

Important message from Brickerville Volunteer Fire Company about Covid 19. The fire company wants all members of the community to rest assured that we remain available, as always, to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In an abundance of caution for the safety of our volunteers, members and the community, we have closed the fire station and canceled all activities except responding to emergency calls. We urge everyone in the Brickerville area to... do your part to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus! Stay home except for absolutely necessary travel. Do not run unnecessary errands, do not attend church or other group activities (except online) and do not get together with extended family or friends for social activities. All of these activities may seem harmless, but in reality, they greatly increase the risk of spreading the disease. Rather, except for absolutely necessary errands, stay home and enjoy quality time with your immediate family. When you must go out, maintain a minimum of 6 feet distance between people, and remember to wash your hands or use hand sanitizer frequently. Check up by telephone on elderly friends and relatives. When you must run necessary errands, try to send only one person. Keep in mind that even a person who looks and feels fine may still be carrying the Covid-19 virus and may spread it to people who are at risk. If we are all diligent about following these common sense practices, we will minimize the time for which they are even necessary. As your local fire company, we always feel a tremendous sense of responsibility for the safety and welfare of our community. We are therefore proud to be a leader in circulating this information and encouragement in the Brickerville area. We wish the best to all of our friends, neighbors and local business owners during this time!

In an abundance of caution for our community and volunteers, Tuesday night BINGO is cancelled through April 6th at this time. For more information on the Coronavirus, please visit the CDC website.In an abundance of caution for our community and volunteers, Tuesday night BINGO is cancelled through April 6th at this time. For more information on the Coronavirus, please visit the CDC website.

Bingo is cancelled tonight due to weatherBingo is cancelled tonight due to weather

Share your pictures from breakfast with Santa today!

Santa had so much fun waving and greeting everybody from his firetruck last Saturday, but he decided to come back this Saturday for breakfast with everyone! Join us for breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 14! 8-10:30am Cost: FREE but donations accepted

Santa is making his way around town! Catch a picture and let us know which street you see him on!

Have you made your list? Santa is coming to Brickerville this Saturday! Listen for the siren of his fire truck starting at 8:30!

Monday night training - getting familiar with the new battery powered Amkus tools. Cribbing Jenga!

Monday night training - getting familiar with the new battery powered Amkus tools. Cribbing Jenga!

Fall Fest CANCELLED Due to trick-or-treat being moved, our fall fest is cancelled on November 1st. Enjoy Halloween, and please be safe!Fall Fest CANCELLED Due to trick-or-treat being moved, our fall fest is cancelled on November 1st. Enjoy Halloween, and please be safe!

Who is planning to come out tomorrow night for our fall fest? We can’t wait to meet our neighbors, and share some fire education! Remind her that this event is completely free!

Santa Claus is coming to town! Be on the lookout for Santa to drive past your house on his fire truck! Saturday, December 7th 8:30-11am

Fall Fest CANCELLED Due to trick-or-treat being moved, our fall fest is cancelled on November 1st. Enjoy Halloween, and please be safe!Fall Fest CANCELLED Due to trick-or-treat being moved, our fall fest is cancelled on November 1st. Enjoy Halloween, and please be safe!

If you see flashing lights, Move Over It’s the law. No exceptions. Help save the lives of those who serve every day on our roadways. #PATurnpikeSafety

Who is planning to come out tomorrow night for our fall fest? We can’t wait to meet our neighbors, and share some fire education! Remind her that this event is completely free!

Fall Fireman Fest Nov 1st 6-8pm This is Cancelled due to... Trick or treating being moved to Friday. See you next year for fall fest! See more

Did you attend our breakfast today? Let’s see your pictures!

Breakfast with Santa is TODAY! Join us for breakfast, crafts and visits with Santa, all by donation! Don’t miss this chance to support your local lions club and fire department!

Don't forget our breakfast with Santa is this Saturday, December 15th!

Join us for breakfast with Santa!

We support Northwest EMS and the outstanding job they are doing teaching the general public about CPR. If you are interested in learning about their classes please contact them! CPR saves lives.

When you wake up in the morning and are wondering why the time on your phone is different than the time on your microwave and oven, remember that it is daylight savings time! Do yourself a favor and change your clocks before you go to bed, and change the batteries on your smoke detectors, too! Smoke detectors save lives!

The Lititz Fire Company extends our sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Meghan Keeney. We have just learned that Meghan has passed away due to... the injuries sustained in the vehicle accident that occurred on October 26th in the area of Warwick High School. We also extend our sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of the Jack Nicholson family. Jack, as you know, passed away shortly after arriving at the hospital. We also continue to lift up the family and friends of Ryan Beebe who also suffered traumatic injury in this accident and continues to fight for his recovery. We do not yet know the specific circumstances that precipitated this event. It is not our position to investigate the cause nor is it our place to pass judgment. A 63 year old woman was also critically injured in this event and we offer our heartfelt concerns for her and her family and friends as well. This event was absolutely horrific and any and all loss of life is difficult. There is no doubt that the young age of Jack, Meghan, and Rylan make the situation much more difficult to bear and reconcile. Their innocence in this event adds another layer of tragedy to this heart wrenching accident.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Warwick School District, the families and friends of the students and those otherwise effected by today's events in Lititz.

We will never forget.

At this moment 17 years ago, millions of Americans went to bed quietly, with no thought that the next morning their world would change forever. That night hundr...eds packed flight bags they would not live to open. Thousands slept with loved ones for the last time. One never knows what a new day has in store. Let us live each day to the fullest, and never miss a chance to let those dearest to us know of our love for them. So TONIGHT if you have someone in your life that you love, tell them... and never forget.

Meet Keith, our Deputy Chief!

Our sincerest condolences to our brothers and sisters at Lititz Fire Company No. 1 and all of Eric's family and friends. We have a close working relationship with Lititz and have run many calls with Eric, getting to know what a stand-up, honorable man he was. We will take it from here, brother.

For any of our friends who live or work in the Willow Street area. Please be respectful, patient, and understanding. Thank you!

Our condolences to LCWC for their loss of a great co-worker, to Station 50 for their loss of a great Chief, and to Chief Reese's family and friends.

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RED FLAG WARNING URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service State College PA 842 AM EDT Wed May 2 2018... Franklin-Perry-Dauphin-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster- 842 AM EDT Wed May 2 2018 ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... The National Weather Service in State College has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 9 PM EDT this evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 036, 056, 057, 059, 063, 064, 065, and 066. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * TIMING...Through early evening. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 to 30 percent. * TEMPERATURES...In the upper 70s to lower 80s. * LIGHTNING...None. * IMPACTS...The potential exists for rapid development and spread of wild fires...or for prescribed burns to get out of control. Outdoor burning is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Outdoor burning should be avoided. Contact your local fire official to obtain information about burning regulations in your area. Do not dispose of cigarette butts on the ground or outside of your car.

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Thank you, Dispatchers!!

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services and everyone impacted by today's events. We send love to our brothers and sisters across the river.

Thank you, to all who came out to play Bingo on Sunday!

This SUNDAY! We can’t wait to see you all there! We have just a few chairs available so if you did not reserve you may want to do so.

Please consider supporting the Brickerville Fire Company by purchasing tickets to our bi-annual Chicken BBQ sale! Tickets can be purchased Tuesday night at Bingo or by contacting any fire company member. If you send a Private Message to this page, someone will try to get back to you as soon as possible! Thanks, and Stay Safe! UPDATE- there is also a SPECIAL BINGO this Sunday with many extras. Please scroll down on our page for details. $$$$$. Food, and Prizes!

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Reserve your space, filling up fast! 717-371-3162 for reservations/ info Call or text.

Nobody's wants to call a restoration company, but if you must, please consider Compleat Restorations. Mention Brickerville VFC and they will send a us a donation to help with our efforts to keep you safe. Thank you.

Is your family prepared for an emergency? What happens if an emergency occurs while you were driving? Have you thought about how you would handle an emergency for yourself and your family if you are at work? Check out this resource below on how to develop a plan for when an emergency strikes! http://www.ready.pa.gov//MakeaPlan/Pages/For-Your-Home.aspx

Here is some information about potential health dangers during this bitter cold. Do you and your family have a plan for if your heat goes out? Do you have emergency equipment and blankets in your car? The time to prepare is before an emergency happens. If you or a loved one needs help identifying how you can prepare for this winter, please feel free to send us a Facebook message.

Santa is coming back to Brickerville tonight! Join us for a free visit with santa! 6:30-8pm... Planning on coming? Leave us a comment with what you are hoping santa brings you!

Santa has arrived!!!! Headed to Hopeland now!

Who’s ready to see Santa? Santa and his crew of elves will be traveling around Brickerville today starting at 8am! Listen for the sound of his fire truck! Won’t be home today? Stop by the Brickerville Fire Hall on Wednesday, December 20th from 6:30-8pm for a free visit with Santa!

Do you have your list ready to visit Santa Claus tomorrow? He will be making his way around the Brickerville area starting at 8 AM. Listen for the sound of a firetruck in your neighborhood! If you miss Santa tomorrow, please make sure to come out to the Brickerville fire Hall on Wednesday December 20th from 630 to 8 PM. Free pictures and visit with Santa. Merry Christmas from Station 21!

Do you know a family in need this holiday season?

Don't forget to come out today to Brick Gables and see us, as well as Rothsville Fire/Ambulance Company 24, Lititz Fire Company No. 1 and Brunnerville Fire Company! All money raised goes to Warwick Emergency Services Commission - WESC. We hope to see you this afternoon! Event begins at 4PM

Santa is coming to Brickerville! Listen for Santa to drive by your house in a fire truck on Saturday, December 16th starting at 8am! Then, visit with Santa at the fire hall on Wednesday, December 20th from 6:30-8pm! Cost is free!... Merry Christmas from station 21!

**Benny has been found safe!*

Our Penryn Brothers and Sisters getting thanks and an acting role for ADT security. Great job, as always, team!

Next week’s jackpot is $850.00. Dalmatians of $400.00 and over $200.00, and Station 21 pot starting at $98.00!!!!

Join us every Tuesday night for bingo! Doors open at 5:30 with the kitchen serving homemade food! Bingo starts at 7pm. All cash prizes. Join us for a fun evening!

This Saturday! Come out and support your local volunteer fire company and the local small business owners

NFPA and CPSC demonstrate the dangers of turkey fryers in this live burn. NFPA discourages the use of outdoor gas-fueled turkey fryers that immerse the turkey in hot oil. Learn more: www.nfpa.org/thanksgiving

This week's "Meet Your First Responder" in the Lititz Record profiles Kurt Gardner, President and Fire Police Lieutenant of the Brickerville Fire Company. Read the article here: http://lititzrecord.com//first/meet-your-first-responders/