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ENGINE-TANKER 14 GETS A NEW LOOK

December 6th-After using tie straps to hold down the hosebed tarp on ET-14 for months, a new tarp custom made by D&S Custom Covers of Rockwood, PA was installed. The new tarp is made of heavier material than the original one from Pierce and features Shade Gap in reflective lettering on the rear flap. Now, when we go to a call and beat someone there, they will be able to tell exactly who is in front of them.

COMPANY 14 MEMBER RESCUES 3 FROM MVA

November 19th-Today a member of Shade Gap proved that even when we aren't at the firehouse, we are still always ready for anything. Units from the Pleasant Hall Fire & Ambulance Company (Franklin County Company 11) were dispatched to the Forge Hill Road for an MVA, reported with one on its side. Firefighter John Appleby, just happened to be driving through the area and came upon the accident and found a single vehicle on its side with three people still inside, unharmed but shaken up. After looking over the situation, he grabbed a cordless sawz-all from his vehicle and cut the windshield out, allowing the people to crawl from the wreckage. All three occupants were checked by Pleasant Hall Ambulance and all signed refusals.

(Thanks to Brian Denham from Pleasant Hall for the pictures)

TRUCK 14 CLOSER TO GOING IN SERVICE

November 17th-Today some members took advantage of the opportunity to practice some truck work. Firefighters were able to clean some chimneys with the help of a ladder truck.  A month ago, the company voted to donate our old retired SCBA's to Billy Adams, Captain at Metal Township Fire & Ambulance, to put on his ladder truck. While negotiating the deal, he said that when we needed some help cleaning chimneys, to give him a call and he'd bring the truck over. During the day the crew cleaned a total of 5 chimneys in the area, without the help of the truck, it could have taken a couple days and some sore backs to clean them all. We would like to thank Billy Adams for bringing the truck over for us to use, and look forward to doing it again in the future. Oh, and by the way, contrary to the headline, Truck 14 remains just a wish for some of our members.

FIRE PREVENTION 2007

October 12th-Members of Company 14 visited the local elementary school for Fire Prevention Week. Members showed students some of our equipment and also showed them some water streams and foam. every year the firefighters teach the children how to stop drop, and roll in case their clothes catch fire, however this year that message came from someone who lived through an accident with fire. Barb Leasure, big sister of Fire Chief Rick McMullen, was burned earlier this year in an accident in her home, and received second degree burns to her arms and face, but the burns could have been worse if she didn't remember to stop, drop, and roll like she had been taught during fire prevention week when she was a kid. Since then she has made a great recovery from the burns and it was good to see her share her story with the children and to show them that what they learn today, can help them out tomorrow.

ENGINE-TANKER 14 HELPS PUMP II CLASS

October 7th-Today Engine-Tanker 14 went over the mountain to help our neighbors at Fannett-Metal with a Pump Operations II class. The students set up a water relay consisting of three tankers that shuttled water, an engine at the drop tank, one engine in the middle of the lay, and finally an attack engine that was supplying a truck and two handlines. ET-14 was in the tanker shuttle and hauled 11 loads of water from the fill site to the drop tank, that totaled 16,500 gallons of water hauled by ET-14. Add that to the 56,000 gallons that the unit pumped at the house fire on October 3rd, Engine-Tanker 14 had about 72,500 gallons go through it.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

ANOTHER ONE IN SHIRLEY TWP. THIS TIME FOR A DWELLING

October 3rd-At 15:30 hours Huntingdon County dispatched units to Shirley Township off the Keystone Road, at 19129 Ridge Road for a possible dwelling fire, the first alarm bringing Engine-Tanker 14 to assist. Units from first-due Company 7 (Mount Union) arrived and found a working fire. As the crews from 7 went to work, ET-14 arrived and was directed to set up a drop site for tankers and supply the 5 inch supply line going to the scene. After setting up the dump site, Engine-Tanker 14 went on to flow around 56,000 gallons of water, from the tanker shuttle, which due to water supply issues, included tankers from Huntingdon, Mifflin, Franklin, and Fulton Counties. After a long night, ET-14 was released by Command 7 and went back in service at 20:55 hours.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

ANOTHER MVA ON THE MOUNTAIN

September 14th-At 16:45 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched Company 14 to Route 641 on the Neelyton Mountain for a non-injury MVA. Special Unit 14 and Deputy Chief 14 arrived and found a two vehicle MVA with one lane blocked and fluids on the roadway. All the people involved were self extricated, but Deputy Chief 14 requested an ambulance from Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) to assist with checking the patients and to get them out of the rainy weather. Franklin Engine 12-1 also arrived and helped crews with traffic control and fluid containment. Due to the rainy weather and the amount of fluids on the road, DC-14 asked for a PennDOT truck to come and put something on the roadway to help the condition. After PennDOT left, Company 14 returned to quarters and went in service at 18:48 hours.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

POSSIBLE FIRST DUE BUILDING FIRE

August 19th-At 18:04 hours Huntingdon County dispatched Box 14-6 for a possible building fire on Mountain Foot Road in Dublin Township. Engine-Rescue 14, Engine-Tanker 14, and Chief 14 arrived to find a small electrical fire in a storage building, with no extension of fire from the electrical box. The power was shut off and the box was downgraded with Chief 14 holding units from Shade Gap, Engine 9-1 (Orbisonia-Rockhill), Franklin County Engine 12-1, 12-2, and Tanker12 (Fannett-Metal) for some slight overhaul and to check the rest of the building for any possible extension. Company 14 returned to service at 19:11 hours. On a lighter note, Franklin County Engine 12-2 had some technical difficulties at the scene and required the assistance of a back hoe to help them out, don't worry Jason, it happens to all of us.

CONGRATULATIONS ON 100 YEARS PATH VALLEY

August 18th-Today Engine-Tanker 14 took a trip over the mountain to participate in the annual Path Valley Picnic Parade. The annual picnic is sponsored by our neighbors at Fannett-Metal Fire & Ambulance (Franklin County Company 12) This year was a very special year for the Path Valley Picnic because it was the 100th annual one. ET-14 joined in with nearly 200 other entries in the parade that was moved from its normal Thursday night, to Saturday for the celebration. Fire apparatus from numerous counties took part in the parade, unfortunately, Engine-Tanker 14 did not bring home any awards but a great time was had by all. The best part of this parade is the leaving of the fire apparatus, where everything cranks up the lights and sirens when leaving, and this year with over 100 pieces of fire equipment leaving, it was quite a sight and sound. Congratulations to Fannett-Metal Fire & Ambulance Company and everyone else in Path Valley on 100 years, and we can't wait for next year.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

MEDICAL CALL ENDS IN FLY-OUT

August 6th-Huntingdon County dispatched Special Unit 14, for a medical assist call to Salem Road in Tell Township for a fall victim from a roof. SU-14 arrived and began patient care and determined that air medical was needed. Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched for the landing zone behind Company 14's station. STAT MedEvac touched down and crews from 14 and 900 (Orbisonia-Rockhill) did a "hot load" into the helicopter. Company 14 units returned to service at 16:55 hours.

ONE ON THE GUARDRAILS ON RT. 641

August 5th- At 19:27 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched units from Company 14 to Route 641, near the intersection of Mountain Foot Road for an MVA. Crews from Shade Gap arrived and found a single vehicle that had lost control and rode up on top of the guardrails, with the driver self extricated. Company 14 set up traffic control while EMS from Company 900 (Orbisonia-Rockhill) obtained a refusal from the driver. Company 14 returned to service at 20:42 hours, Deputy Chief 14 had the command.

124th ANNUAL SHADE GAP PICNIC

July 29th - August 4th- On Saturday, August the 4th, the 124th Annual Shade Gap Picnic came to a close. This year we were blessed with some great weather and some great crowds. The week started with the vesper service on July 29th. Monday was when the week really got started with the annual parade through Shade Gap, featuring plenty of fire apparatus, floats, marching groups, bands, and of course, the Shriners made an appearance. On Wednesday, the Little Miss Princess pageant was held with Faith Lake being crowned princess. The rest of the week was filled music and entertainment on the stage, culminating in a awesome fireworks display Saturday night to mark the end of the picnic. The officers and members of Company 14 would like to thank all those that either attended or helped in the various stands during the week, without the help and support of the community, would not have been possible.

ANOTHER MVA, THIS ONE IN CROMWELL TOWNSHIP

July 17th- Company 14 units were dispatched at 16:19 hours to assist on a MVA on Route 522 just North of Shade Gap in Cromwell Township. Special Unit 14 arrived and found a single vehicle that ran into the end of the guardrails, with the driver self extricated. Crews from 14, 9 and 900 (Orbisonia-Rockhill) set up traffic control. EMS obtained a refusal from the driver. Special Unit 14 returned to service at 16:59 hours.

STAT MedEVAC LANDING ZONE CLASS HELD AT CO. 14

June 24th- Today Company 14 hosted a landing zone safety class that was taught by Pauline Reese from STAT MedEVAC. The class portion covered a number of things, like when to call for an air medical unit, how to set up a landing zone, what happens during the time the helicopter is on the ground at the LZ, and safety around the helicopter. After the classroom was done the class went out side and set up a landing zone for the incoming STAT unit. The helicopter landed and the flight crew gave the class a tour of the unit. After the people were done checking out the helicopter, they prepared for take-off and flew back to base. A special thanks go out to Pauline Reese and the flight crew on board that came to Shade Gap, and also to Cindy Snyder, who was our contact at STAT MedEVAC and set the class up.

ENGINE-TANKER 14 BRINGS HOME SECOND PLACE

May 24th- Today Engine-Tanker 14 traveled to Three Springs for their annual parade. The crew was joined by our reigning Little Miss and Fire Queen. After going through the parade route, the crew waited for the judging results. When the awards were handed out, Engine-Tanker 14 was awarded 2nd Place for Best Appearing Tanker. After the awards were handed out, the tanker took part in the tradition of leaving the parade with lights and sirens screaming through Three Springs.

Click here to see the video of Engine-Tanker 14 leaving the parade

COMPANY 14 RUNS AN MVA

May 22nd- At 07:02 hours, Company 14 was dispatched to the area of Lockes Valley Road for an MVA. Crews arrived to find a two vehicle MVA with 2 patients. Crews set up traffic control and provided care to the people involved until the arrival of an ambulance from Company 900 (Orbisonia-Rockhill). One person was transported to a local hospital. Shade Gap returned to service at 08:44 hours 2nd Assistant Chief 14 had the command.

ET-14 FIRST ARRIVING AT FULTON COUNTY FIRE

May 8th- Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched at 19:12 hours to assist Fulton County Company 57 (Hustontown) for a reported barn fire on Great Cove road in the village of Burnt Cabins. The Engine-Tanker responded and while in route, Captain 57 arrived on scene and advised a fully involved shed. ET-14 arrived first, just minutes ahead of Engine 1-57, finding the shed had already collapsed with only one corner still standing. The crew pulled a cross lay and made the initial attack on the fire, knocking the bulk of it down. Franklin County Engine 21-1 (Metal Township) arrived behind ET-14 and gave the Engine-Tanker water. After the fire was out, crews from 14 and 57 started hitting hotspots and mopping up. After a short time Command 57 released Engine-Tanker 14. Before leaving the scene, the crew noticed that something was wrong with the house beside the building, it turned out that the building was next to the same house that Chief 14 had crashed into earlier this year on his way to work and demolished his truck. Seeing an opportunity to pick on the Chief, who was not on the crew, a few pictures were taken of the front porch that he hit, and the damage that still remains. Fortunately, Chief 14 was not injured in his accident, if he was, we wouldn't be picking on him.

Hey Chief, What happened to this porch?

VEHICLE GOES INTO A DUBLIN TOWNSHIP GARAGE

May 6th- At 02:42 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched units from Shade Gap and Orbisonia-Rockhill for a reported MVA with a vehicle into a garage on Croghans Pike (Rt. 522) just South of the Little K store. Special Unit 14, Engine-Rescue 14, and Chief 14 responded along with units from Company 9. While in route, dispatch called Chief 14 and advised that there was a vehicle into a garage with parked vehicles hit and that the lone pt. was out of the vehicle, then a member of the Shade Gap Fire Police came on the air and advised that the accident was at his residence and reported the driver was out of the vehicle. Chief 14 arrived soon after and confirmed the dispatch. As units began to arrive and go to work it was found that a pickup had left the roadway, hit a garage and two parked cars, the garage partially collapsed onto a third vehicle. The driver of the truck was inside the residence and crews were able to get a refusal and then the driver was turned over to PSP. In all two of the parked were demolished, the third was damaged and the original truck was also demolished. Crews from Company 14 and Company 9 returned to service at 04:54 hours.

(These pictures were taken later in the morning after sunrise)

2 ALARM FIRE IN FRANKLIN COUNTY

April 2nd- At 14:49 hours, Company 14 was dispatched to assist Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) with a two alarm building fire on Sweetwater Road in Fannett Township. Engine-Tanker 14 and Engine-Rescue 14 responded. Upon arrival, ET-14 set up their fold-da-tank at the Fannett Township building and joined the tanker shuttle, while ER-14 set up a draft site to fill tankers at Company12's firehouse. In all ER-14 flowed around 20,800 gallons of water to fill tankers. Company 14 returned to service at 18:45 hours, Mount Union covered Shade Gap while crews were across the mountain.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

ANOTHER BRUSH FIRE IN DUBLIN TOWNSHIP

March 31st- Shade Gap firefighters were dispatched at 13:45 hours for a brush fire on Decorum Road in Dublin Township. Company 14 and Chief 14 responded and found a fire about 2 acres in size. Fulton County Brush 57 (Hustontown) was added to the call to assist, and crews went to work digging fire lines and containing the fire. After the fire was contained and out, crews began packing up and heading home, Company 14 returned to service at 15:18 hours.

BRUSH FIRE IN DUBLIN TOWNSHIP

March 29th- At 18:20 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched Company 14 for a brush fire on Dell Road in Dublin Township. Deputy Chief 14 arrived on scene and advised crews of a small fire. Engine-Tanker 14 arrived and set up on Dell Road and pulled a trash line to attack the fire. In all, the fire was about 100 feet by 20 feet in size and was knocked down quickly by the crew. Engine-Tanker 14 returned to service at 18:57 hours.

NEW HYDRANT IN SHADE GAP

March 25th- Today members of Company 14 gathered for some company level training, which was a tour of a new business in Shade Gap. The members looked at the construction and hazards in the building that might be encountered during an emergency. While leaving the building, members saw a new hydrant that was just installed in the area and decided to try it out to see how much water we could get out of it. But, as the photo will show, we couldn't reach the handle to use it, guess that we won't be able to use this hydrant in an emergency.

2007 AWARDS BANQUET

March 24th- Tonight the members of Company 14, their families, and other guests gathered for the 37th Annual Awards Banquet at the Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary Building on Main Street. The evening began with a prayer by company chaplain Richard Jaymes, then a delicious meal prepared by the Fairview Evangelical Church. After the meal a video presentation was shown, made by Deputy Chief Davey McMullen, showing pictures of past calls, trainings, and other pictures from Company 14. After the presentation,  Kate Cowan presented the Ladies Auxiliary Award to John Miller, who was not in attendance. Fire Chief Rick McMullen gave his report and presented the Fire Chiefs Award to company President Edward Goshorn, he then presented the Firefighter of the Year Award to Matt Smith. He then gave the QRS report on behalf of QRS Captain Shannon Fegan, and presented the EMS Responder of the Year Award to Ronnie Shehan Jr. Company President Edward Goshorn then presented the Presidents Award to Richard Jaymes. Special recognition awards were also presented to Donald, Veda, "Bub", and Mary McMullen, from hoagie sale chairperson Shannon Fegan for their help with the hoagie sales. Next, Fire Chief McMullen gave out his "special awards" which this year included an visit from a couple of baby goats, for a couple members who actually helped deliver them, and other awards for members who had their own funny moments during the year. Just to prove that the Fire Chief was not immune to his moments, he was presented a bumper from Special Unit 14 for when he backed into a tree with it. A great night of fun was had by all those in attendance. A special thanks go out to the Robertsdale, Wood, & Broad Top Fire Company who provided a transfer crew to cover Shade Gap for the evening.

TRANSFER LEADS TO BARN FIRE

March 20th- At 18:42 hours, Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched for a transfer assignment to Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) who was assisting on a barn fire in Juniata County. Shortly after responding, Franklin County Headquarters came back and told ET-14 that Juniata County now wanted them to respond on the barn fire. The fire was in the small village of East Waterford. Engine-Tanker 14 arrived on scene and was told to do a reverse lay from Franklin County Engine 12-1 and establish a draft site to supply 12-1. The crew laid 1,000 feet of 5 inch supply line and set up a draft site in a nearby stream. After all the hose was connected and a draft was established, Engine-Tanker 14 was told that there would be no need for our water and that we could break down and load back up the 1,000 feet of 5 inch that we just laid. The crew tore down and loaded the hose back up. After checking in at the command post, got released and returned back home, the Engine-Tanker returned to service at 22:29 hours.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

DWELLING FIRE FOLLOWED BY MVA WITH FLYOUT

March 18th- Today would prove to be a busy day for crews from Shade Gap, responding to a dwelling fire and an MVA with a flyout. Shortly after 08:00 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched units to fill the box for a dwelling fire in Saltillo. First due Three Springs arrived on the scene of an apparent flue fire with fire coming from the building, Chief 12 requested the box be struck. Engine-Tanker 14 responded and after arrival the crew went to work helping open up the building and helped checking for extension. Crews from several local companies battled the fire. After the fire, the crew from Company 14 stopped by at the firehouse in Three Springs to buy some fresh Bar-B-Que chicken and help support the fire company. The food was excellent and definitely hit the spot on the cold morning. Engine-Tanker 14 returned to service at 11:20 hours. At 14:59 hours Company 14 was back on the road, this time for an MVA on Route 522 in Cromwell Township, assisting Company 9 (Orbisonia-Rockhill). Special Unit 14, Engine-Rescue 14, and Chief 14 responded, finding a 2 vehicle MVA with one person injured. The accident involved a car that was parked off the side of the road that was rear ended by another. Upon evaluating the driver, it was determined that he needed to be flown to a trauma center. Crews set up a landing zone near the scene for Life Lion, who flew the patient to a trauma center. Company 14 units returned to service at 17:03 hours.

ENGINE-TANKER SHOWS SOME HOMETOWN PRIDE

March 11th- Today Engine-Tanker 14 took part in welcoming a couple of area wrestlers back home. Southern Huntingdon County High School seniors Cody Myers and Jason Foor returned home from competing in the PIAA State Wresting Championships held in Hershey. Cody managed to bring home the Silver Medal, finishing second in the state in the 119 pound class, and Jason competed but unfortunately did not place in the tournament. For Cody, this is the second year he has brought home a Silver Medal, last year he took home the Silver in the 112 pound class. The Engine-Tanker joined Three Springs Engine 12, Orbisonia-Rockhill Engine 9, and Trough Creek Valley Engine-Rescue 21 in a parade that started in Saltillo, moved into Three Springs, down to Rockhill and across the bridge into Orbisonia, finally ending up in Shade Gap at Station 14. There were a lot of lights, sirens, and air horns going through the towns, and a lot of people came out to congratulate the boys on a job well done. It was really great to see all the support for the two of them as we moved from town to town, just showing why it's great to live in the area we do. Congratulations Cody and Jason on a great season, we're all proud of you. 

FIRST DUE BUILDING FIRE

March 5th- Huntingdon County dispatched Company 14 at 20:57 hours for a local alarm assignment on Summit Vista Lane in Tell Township for a wood pile on fire. Engine-Tanker 14, Engine-Rescue 14, Special Unit 14, and Chief 14 responded. Chief 14 arrived on the scene with an outside woodstove in a building with the wood on fire and the building fully involved, he then requested a tanker from Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) to assist. The crews made quick work of the fire and did some overhaul to the woodpile to make sure everything was out. Chief 14 placed the units back in service at 22:53 hours.

COMPANY 14 ON FRANKLIN COUNTY FIRE

March 3rd- At 16:09 hours, Company 14 was alerted to assist Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) with a dwelling fire with possible entrapment on Goshorn Road in Fannett Township. Engine-Tanker 14 and Engine-Rescue 14 responded. Units from Company 12 arrived with a working fire and Engine-Tanker 14 was requested to the scene and sent available manpower to the house for assignment, while Engine-Rescue 14 set up a fill site for tankers on Cross Road. The crew from ET-14 helped with overhaul operations, and the Engine-Rescue 14 filled tankers. Company 14 returned to service at 19:18 hours, Engine 9 from Obisonia-Rockhill transferred to Company 14 to cover while our crews were out.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

ROLLOVER ON THE MOUNTAIN

March 1st- Company 14 was dispatched at 06:04 hours to the Neelyton Mountain for an MVA with rollover, reported to be with no injuries. Deputy Chief 14 marked up on the air going direct to scene and requested any additional information. Huntingdon County advised that the occupants were out of the vehicle and that the accident was reported to be near the top of the mountain. Deputy Chief 14 then requested an engine and ambulance from Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) to assist. Upon arrival at the scene DC-14 confirmed the dispatch with the driver self extricated and established command. Special-Unit 14 arrived and the crew checked the driver for injuries, obtaining a refusal. Franklin County Engine 12-1 and Ambulance 12-9 arrived and helped with traffic control and clean up. All units cleared and returned to service at 07:14 hours.

POSSIBLE FUEL SPILL

February 28th- At 17:17 hours, Huntingdon County dispatched units from Company 14 for a possible fuel spill on Route 522 in the area of the Little K Country Store. Chief 14 arrived at the store and after talking to the employee, determined that someone had spilled a small amount of diesel fuel near the pumps, and then tried to clean it up with some sand. The spill was contained and Chief 14 returned units at 17:45 hours.

ET-14 RUNS MUTUAL AID FIRE

February 18th- Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched at 02:28 hrs. to assist Company 7 (Mount Union) on a dwelling fire on Juniata Ave. in Allenport. Crews from Company 7 arrived with a two story dwelling with fire showing. ET-14 was directed to stage at a nearby school with other units for orders. After a little while at the staging area, Chief 7 released units from staging, Engine-Tanker 14 returned to service at 05:08 hrs.

THE OLIVE GARDEN WILL NEVER BE THE SAME

February 10th- After tonight, the Olive Garden in Altoona will never be the same. A group of members from Shade Gap, Three Springs, and Robertsdale, Wood & Broad Top Fire Companies got together for a night out on the town. The group totaled 22 people, who all gathered at the restaurant for a very good meal. The evening was full of story telling, laughter, and even a birthday cake for Deputy Chief 14, even though is REAL birthday isn't until April. The evening was planned by Lieutenant 14, Ronnie Shehan Jr and Chief 12, Dave Grace both of whom also planned the surprise birthday cake. A great night of fun was enjoyed by all and plans are already in the works for another night out. And our apologies to our waitresses who put up with us all and did an outstanding job serving a group of hungry firefighters.

Hey Dave, next time it's your

birthday buddy!!!

BUSY WEEK COMES TO A CLOSE

January 20th- The busy week came to a close for members of Company 14, during the week between January 14th and 20th, members would respond to 6 fire calls in the 7 days, 2 calls in our first due area, the remaining 4 as mutual aid calls.

            January 18th- Shortly before midnight at 23:52 hrs. Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched to assist Franklin County Company 21 (Metal Township) with a furnace malfunction. The Engine-Tanker responded but was placed available by Command 21 at 00:03 hrs.

             January 19th- At 14:33 hrs. the Engine-Tanker was dispatched to assist Franklin County Company12 (Fannett-Metal) with reported hay bales on fire. Units from Fannett-Metal arrived and found a large number of round hay bales burning outside. ET-14 arrived and sent available manpower to the scene to help with fire attack, while the Engine-Tanker joined in the tanker shuttle. After a long battle with the fire and high winds, the fire was brought under control and Franklin County Chief 12 released the Engine-Tanker at 19:18 hrs.

             January 20th- Engine-Tanker 14 was dispatched at 15:52 hrs. for a transfer assignment to Franklin County Company 12 (Fannett-Metal) who was back on the scene of the previous days hay fire. The Engine-Tanker began the transfer and just as they were completing it, Chief 12 requested them to the scene to help with water supply. ET-14 arrived and repeated the same assignment as the day before helping with fire attack and tanker shuttle. The Engine-Tanker was released by Chief 12 and returned to service at 18:55 hrs.

(Thanks to Christy Peterson from Fannett-Metal for the pictures)

POSSIBLE STRUCTURE FIRE IN DUBLIN TWP.

January 14th- At 13:13 hrs. Huntingdon County dispatched the 14-6 box for a possible structure fire on Harper Road in Dublin Township. Deputy Chief 14 arrived shortly after dispatch and reported normal conditions outside, after talking with the homeowner it was found that there was a small electrical fire on the outside of the residence which was already extinguished by the homeowner. Chief 14 arrived and took over command holding Engine-Tanker 14, Engine-Rescue 14, Engine 9-1, and Ambulance 900 (Orbisonia-Rockhill) to the scene and Franklin County Engine 12-2 (Fannett-Metal) to transfer to Company 14, returning the rest of the box. Crews from 14 and 9 checked the house for any extensions of fire, finding none. Crews returned to service at 14:20 hrs.

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