The Company responded to multiple emergency calls during the storm on Thursday and into Friday morning.  Most calls involved arcing electrical wires that caused some power outages in town. 

At 04:54 Friday morning, a call was received for arcing wires at the intersection of Barker and Thayer Streets in Ridley Park.  The top 1/3 of a PECO pole was found to be on fire with an electrical wire creating several large and very bright flashes in the area.  After several minutes, a live wire fell onto the front lawn of a residence and continued to burn which created a large power outage in the area.  The area was secured while we waited for PECO to respond.  A PECO representative arrived, secured the downed wire and restored power to most of the area.  No property was damaged in this incident.

A special "Thank You" to the Prospect Park Fire Company for assisting us during the storm.

While wrapping up at the previous alarm, companies 07 (Ridley Park), 08 (Prospect Park), Ambulance 48 (Tinicum), Ambulance 02 (Norwood) and Medic 102 (Taylor Hospital) were dispatched to the 300 block of Hinckson Blvd in town for an accident with entrapment.  Upon arrival, a vehicle was found overturned with a single occupant trapped inside.  07-1's crew (RP) initiated fire protection with an charged hose line while Rescue 08's crew (PP) provided vehicle stabilization and created an extrication pathway.  Once complete, EMS crew quickly packaged and removed the patient for tranport to the hospital for treatment.  Crews remained on-scene while the vehicle was "righted" and the road was cleared of debris.  Strong work by all on-scene. 

Early in the evening, companies 07 (Ridley Park), 08 (Prospect Park), 43 (Holmes), 48 (Tinicum), Medic 102 (Taylor Hospital) and Ambulance 02 (Norwood) were dispatched to 10 Chester Pike in town for a building fire.  Upon arrival, crews from 07-1 (Ridley Park) and Engine 08 (Prospect Park) found a cooking related fire which was out upon arrival but had succeeded in filling the entire apartment building with smoke.  Chief Donkin held the response to 07-1 and Engine 08 for ventilation of the building.  Crews remained on-scene until the smoke had been cleared. 

Members practiced vehicle rescue techniques on a simulated single vehicle accident.  After an overview of tools and techniques, crews performed hazard control, vehicle stabilization and disentanglement evolutions.  Various tools and techniques were reviewed including cribbing, hand tools and hydraulic spreaders and cutters.  Despite a few equipment issues, it was another great night of learning.   

At 18:30 hours, the Company was dispatched for the reported dwelling fire at 725 5th Ave in Prospect Park.  Company 08 (Prospect Park) arrived to a two story single family dwelling with heavy smoke from the front and fire venting from the rear. Snozzle 8 arrived and initiated interior attack with a 2 1/2" hose line.  Additional lines were pulled to complete fire supression.  07-5 arrived and assisted with interior search, overhaul and scene lighting.  Strong work by all crews on scene.   

Around 8PM, companies were dispatched to 408 E. Ridley Ave for a building fire. Ridley Park (Station 07), Prospect Park (Station 08) and Tinicum Township (Station 48) Fire Companies were dispatched along with Norwood Ambulance (02) and Taylor Hospital ALSU (102). Chief Norm Donkin, Jr. (07-9) arrived to find smoke coming from the roof area. Holmes Fire Company (Station 43) was added for RIT. Crews entered the building and began work on the second floor area and checked for extension into other areas of the building. Fire was placed under control at 8:45PM.
Congrats to all companies on scene for strong work and a job well done.  (Pictures will follow shortly.)
 
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Members practiced vehicle rescue techniques on a simulated MVA with a vehicle on its side.  After an overview of vehicle construction, crews performed hazard control, vehicle stabilization, access and disentanglement evolutions.  Various tools and techniques were reviewed including buttress cribbing, hand tools, air chisel and hydraulic cutters.  Despite the hot and humid conditions, it was a great night of learning......

The Ridley Park Fire Company hosted a "Nelson's BBQ" fundraiser on Thursday 7/9/09 on the lot of the former Virgos bar.  Once again, the response was overwhelming and we had cars lined up for delicious BBQ before we even were open!  Thanks to Rich from Nelson's and all our friends and supporters who made this event such a huge success! 

We'll be having a repeat performance on August 18.  Keep an eye out for details.

The annual Ridley Park fireworks display was held the lake on July 6.  Thousands of spectators enjoyed the beautiful weather and a great fireworks display.  Congrats to everyone involved for a successful event.

Special thanks to the Prospect Park, Tinicum Township, Eddystone and Holmes Fire Companies, Taylor Hospital ALSU, Tinicum EMS, Norwood EMS, 12th District Fire Police and the Ridley Park Police for helping us to make this a safe event.  Great Job!

The Ridley Park Fire Company hosted a "Nelson's BBQ" fundraiser on Thursday 6/25/09 on the lot of the former Virgos bar.  The response was so overwhelming that we sold out in under 90 minutes!  Thanks to Rich from Nelson's and all our friends and supporters who made this event such a huge success! 

We'll be having a repeat performance on July 9.  Keep an eye out for details.