Deputy 65 AOS, 2 story sfd with heavy fire showing. E65 arrived and went in service with a blitz attack. Due to heavy fire load and deteriorating conditions command advised the companies would be working an exterior attack only. All occupants were out of the residence and accounted for. One NFD firefighter was transported to Aria Torresdale with minor burns. The Bensalem FMO has determined the cause of the fire to be arson.
Overturned Tanker Truck at Philadelphia Interchange (1-7-10) 65-79
Shortly after 1200hrs the NFD along with Rescue 9, Rescue 4 , Medic 186 & 114 responded to the PA turnpike off ramp from the Philadelphia Interchange to NB Route 1 for an auto extrication / hazardous materials incident. Chief 65 reported an overturned tractor trailer carrying approximately 8,000 gallons of gasoline on its side with the driver entrapped and tank leaking. Chief 65 established Nottingham Command and requested Haz-Mat 99 and Burlington County, NJ hazardous materials team to the scene. Engine 65 and Rescue 9 went in-service with extricating the driver and Rescue 4's crew stretched an 1 3/4" off of Engine 65. Once the extrication was completed crews began diverting the fuel away from storm drains and temporarily slowed the ruptured tank from leaking. Hazardous materials teams arrived on location and were able to hot-tap the tank and assisted the turnpikes environmental contractor with offloading the gasoline. The highway was closed for nearly 8 hours while crews completed this assignment. Additional companies on location were Engine Companies 4,28, 44, 88, Rescue 8 Rescue 16 , and Special Service 6.
Afternoon Dwelling Fire on Acton Court (1-2-10) 88-19
Chief 44 AOS reporting smoke showing from the courtyard side of a 2 story town home, E65 arrived and went in service with a courtyard bag, E44 arrived established their own 1 3/4 water supply. L65 vented and laddered the dwelling. The fire was contained to the second floor of one unit. FM222's office is handling the investigation .
Happy New Year From the Nottingham Fire Department
The officers and members of the Nottingham Fire Department would like to wish everyone a happy and safe new year, and thank you for your continued support.
The NFD finished 2009 with 604 fire calls, once again the most in Bensalem Township, and also responded to 35 QRS calls.
Church Fire at Holy Ghost Prep (12-28-09) 16-75
Chief 16 AOS and reported smoke showing from the roof of the church. Engine 16 picked up a hydrant and stretched an 1 3/4" to the first floor. Engine 65's crew along with Chief 65 (roof command) went to the roof of the church and began to ventilate the building. Ladder 65 arrived shortly thereafter and went in-service in the interior. Deputy 65 (interior command) reported heavy smoke conditions on all levels of the church and fire running the ceiling on the second floor. Chief 65 requested additional manpower and saws to the roof (Ladder Co's 16 and 8 assisted). Engine Co's 16, 37, 44, 28, 88 assisted with the interior operation. Bensalem FMO was on location for the investigation.
Early Morning Turnpike Extrication (12-26-09) 65-76
Engine 65 AOS reporting a one vehicle rollover accident with one occupant entrapped. E65's crew went in service with cribbing and stabilized the vehicle allowing the driver to self extricate himself. The patient was transported by Medic 114. Rescue 4 and Montgomery County Squad 10 were also dispatched on the assignment but recalled prior to arrival.
First due Apartment Fire (12-22-09) 65-16
Chief 65 AOS reporting smoke showing from the roof of a two-story apartment building and established Nottingham Command. Command had Engine 65 go in-service with a 1 3/4" waterline and Ladder 65 go to the roof to ventilate. Deputy 65 (interior command) reported the Engine Company knocked the bulk of the fire and had minimal extension to the attic. The fire was placed under control and FM 222 was on location to handle the investigation.
Blizzard Can't Stop the NFD and Santa (12-20-09)
A major snow storm blanked the Philadelphia area with over 14" of snow but that didn't stop the Nottingham Firefighters from taking to the neighborhoods of the first due to assist Santa Claus hand out candy canes and collect canned goods..
Van vs Tractor Trailer PA Turnpike (12-14-09) 65-79
Shortly before noon on Monday Engine 65, Engine 4 and Rescue 9 were dispatched for a report of an auto extrication at the Philadelphia Interchange of the PA Turnpike. Engine 65 AOS and confirmed one subject heavily entrapped in a Dodge Van. Engine 65 went in-service with removing the passenger side door and controlling the hazards. Engine 65 and Rescue 9 with the assistance from Engine 84 removed the roof and pushed the dash to free the victim from the wreckage (the extrication took approximately 30 minutes to complete).
NFD Christmas Party (12-12-09)
On December 12, 2009 the NFD hosted its Annual Christmas Party. The night was full of good times including FF Kevin Costello (and his girlfriend Stephanie) taking out Chief Harris (and his wife Linda) in the Musical Chairs Contest. FF Mike Sekulski was named the 2009 Firefighter of the Year and FF/EMT John Paul Shirley was awarded the 2009 Chief's Award. On the Administrative side Dave Hunter was honored for being the longest serving President of the Department and George Johnson received the departments highest honor Life Membership.
Auto Extrication and Building Fire (12-4-09)
Engine 65 was originally dispatched to report of an MVA Street Road at Mechanicsville Road upon arrival they were advised there was no need for FD services and were dispatched to a report of a building fire (White Trophy) on Bristol Pike in Station 16's local. Ladder 65 responded on the building fire as well and was advised by Bucks County Radio that they were needed at the Street Road MVA for a door pop. Ladder 65 AOS and went in-service and removed the patient from the vehicle. The building fire was unfounded.
Santa and Ms. Claus Arrive at Holiday Treefest (11-24-09)
Firefighters from the NFD escorted Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus to the 4th Annual Holiday Treefest at the Bucks County Visitor Center. There are 25 themed trees at the Holiday Treefest including one sponsored by the Nottingham Fire Department. This year's theme for the Nottingham's Tree is "Bensalem's Bravest" and the name of each of the departments officers and firefighters appear along with holiday decorations. Stop by the Visitor Center located at 3207 Street Road to check out the display and vote for your favorite tree.
DUI Checkpoint IFO Station 65
As in years past the NFD assisted the Bensalem Police and MADD with a DUI Checkpoint in front of Station 65. Nottingham Fire Department takes great pride in working closely with the Bensalem Police Department as well as other emergency response agencies within the township and county.
The Officers and Members of the NFD would like to congratulate Firefighter/EMT John Paul Shirley on successfully graduating from his cadet class at the Philadelphia Fire Acadamy. John Paul will now begin his career as a firefighter in the Chester Fire Department.
NFD Open House (10-10-09)
The 2009 Fire Prevention Week concluded with the Annual Nottingham Fire Safety Day (Open House) on Saturday October 10, 2009. Even though it was a cool cloudy day with some rain showers hundreds of people attended and were given fire safety tips, tours of the firehouse, watched a demo from the Bensalem Township Police K-9 Unit, watched firefighters perfrom an auto rescue demonstration, drank a cup of lemonade from an Alex's Lemonade Stand and much more. The officers and members of the NFD would like to thank everyone that helped make the day a success.
Fire Prevention Week 2009 Photos
Overnight Extrication (9-23-09) 4-32
Engine 65 was dispatched to Old Lincoln Hwy (In the rear of the Raddison Hotel) with station 4 for an auto extrication. E65 & R4 went in service with a door pop and assisted EMS with patient care.
Bensalem Township Awards Night (9-17-09)
On September 17 2009 members of the Bensalem Township Emergency Services were recognized at an Awards Night. Eight members of the NFD received Official Commendations from Bensalem Township and Citations from Bensalem EMS for their actions on the night of January 18, 2008 at the Philadelphia Park Casino. A vehicle went out of control striking numerous pedestrians in the valet pickup area of the Casino. Engine 65 assisted the Medic units with patient care and extricated one patient that was trapped under the vehicle. The actions of Chief Ron Harris, Deputy Chief Robert Sponheimer, Lt. Alan Welsh Sr., Lt. David Marshall, FF Fred Sponheimer Jr., FF/EMT Jason Harris, FF/EMT Jim Fox, and FF Mark Pachucki significantly reduced the time it took to mitigate the emergency. Their actions reflect great credit on themselves and the Nottingham Fire Department
Ladder Gets Added on Working Fire (8-9-09) 16-02
On Sunday afternoon, Ladder 65 was added to a working structure fire at 1066 Cornwells Avenue. Chief 16 AOS and reported smoke showing from a 2-story single family dwelling. Engine 16 went in-service with two (2) 1 3/4" waterlines. Ladder 16 vented the dwelling and Engine 28 assisted Engine 16's crew. Ladder 65 set up on side B of the dwelling and put numerous ground ladders up and assisted with the searches and checked for extension on the 2nd floor. Bensalem FMO was on location for the investigation.
AmQuip Crane Fire (8-8-09) 65-19
Engine 65 responded to the 3000 block of Street Road in the area of the Applebees Restaurant for a Crane Fire. DC65 AOS and reported an AmQuip Crane on fire in the westbound lanes of Street Road. Engine 65 went in-service with an 1 3/4" waterline. Utility 65 and HazMat 37 assisted with hazard control due to the large amount of fuel on the highway. The westbound lanes of Street Road were closed for nearly three hours because of the damage to the highway.
Deputy 65 AOS of a 1-story single family dwelling and reported heavy fire showing from Side A. Engine 65 went in-service with an 1 3/4" waterline , Ladder 65 vented and conducted a primary and secondary search of the dwelling. Interior crews reported heavy fire conditions on the first floor and attic but were able to quickly knock the bulk of the fire down. Engine 4 established a water supply and Rescue 8 assisted the truck company. Investigators from the Bensalem FMO and Police are investigating the fire.
Nottingham Fire Department
3420 Street Road
Bensalem, Pa 19020
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