Old Bay in Boothwyn's Engine Bay This time we're doin it big in the Parking Lot Come out and support the Boothwyn Fire Company Annual Crab Feast Date: Saturday, September 6th, 2008 Time: 1 pm-5 pm Cost: $ 35.00 Per Person, $ 65.00 A Pair Location: 1405 Meetinghouse Rd, Boothwyn, PA 19061 All You Can Eat Crabs - Corn on the Cob - Side Salads - Hot Dogs - Beer - Soda - Water For More Information or Tickets Contact: Frank Campbell (484) 574-1270 or Ray Fuller (610) 551-8835 or Station 40 (610) 485-0269 Support Your Local Volunteer Fire Company !!!

Around 5pm, The Rescue Assignment along with Medic 100C were dispatched to the 600 Block of the Conchester for An Accident, Car Down an Embankment with Entrapment. Rescue 40 & 40-7 hit the street under the Command of Chief Montello. While en-route Medic 100C advised that the subject had freed himself from the vehicle and made his way back up the hill. The crew from the Rescue assisted with the Car Removal. The Rescue returned to quarters within 20 minutes.

Just as the Rescue was clearing a Pedestrian Struck, Fireboard advised the Rescue to copy and respond as the RIT Team to assist Claymont on the working Building Fire on the Pike. The Rescue went responding immediately, while en route Chief 40 had the Company re-dispatched for the Engine to assist in the RIT duties. Rescue went on scene and was put in service right away with fire suppression efforts. Crews from Boothwyn and Lower Chichester assisted with fire suppression, ventilation, and overhaul. Units operated under the command of Claymont Chief Mark Harris. Other units on scene included: NCC 13, 25, 11, 20, & Delco 39. Thanks to Rescue 72(Aston Beechwood) for covering while we operated at the fire. The Company cleared the scene within 2 hours. Thanks to Talleyville & Claymont Fire Companies for the pictures.

Just as the first storm started to come across the Tri-State Area, The Bethel Township Box Assignment was struck to Highland Dr. Rescue 40 under the command of Chief Montello hit the street, while en route the crew encountered heavy rain, wind, and even some hail hampering their response. Chief 66 held the call to 66 & Engine 55 for the investigation. Later in the evening, another storm came across the area. Not long after the Township Box was struck to Winding Way for the Building Fire, House reported struck by lighting. Upper Chi (Montello) & Engine 40-1(Powers) hit the street and were advised of numerous calls. UC-9 and 40-1 arrived with light smoke showing from the second floor of the residence. It was determined that the resident was lighting off fire works and a near by resident thought the house was struck by lighting. Upper Chi 9 recalled the assignment shortly following the report.

Around Lunchtime, the Rescue Assignment along with Medic 100C were dispatched to Naamans Creek Rd/Yorktown Dr for an Accident with an unconscious subject. Chief 40 arrived on scene first and advised that everyone was alert and conscious. Rescue 40, 40-6A, and 40-7 arrived and started patient assessment, as well as vehicle stabilization. Medic 100-7 and 40-7A both transported to Crozer. Company 40 cleared the scene in about 30 minutes. Later in the afternoon, the Township Box was struck to Chichester Ave next to the Spartan Fire Works at the Apartments for the Building Fire. Upper Chichester 9(Montello) and 40-1(Fuller) arrived on scene first with nothing showing. The crew from 40-1 was advised of a heater backfire, so the performed a search of the bar area, and utility room with no findings. Upper Chi 9 scaled the incident back to Company 40 and Tower 61. Units cleared not long after the Building Inspector arrived. Just as Company 40 was going off radio, the Rescue Assignment was struck to Interstate 95 NB prior to Highland Ave for An Accident with Injuries. Chief and Rescue 40 arrived with a Three Vehicle Accident in the middle of the highway. Crews controlled all hazards, 40-7 handled a refusal, and 40-7A transported 1 to crozer. The Company returned to quarters in about 15 minutes.

The day started off pretty early, with the Rescue going to Meetinghouse Rd to Assist the Ambulance on a Cardiac Arrest. Chief 40 arrived on scene and advised the Rescue would not be needed, so the assignment was returned. The next call came in around Noon, with the Rescue Company along with Medic 100-C going to Interstate 95 SB @ Chichester Ave for an Accident with Injuries. Deputy 40 and 40-7 arrived on scene with a two vehicle accident with all occupants out of the vehicles. 40-7 handled the refusals, while the Rescue continued in for hazards on the highway. At the same time, Company 68 was dispatched to Lou's Junkyard in Trainer for a Vehicle Fire. 68-9C(J.Clausen) arrived on scene with 4 cars well off with an exposure problem. He also advised to add Company 39(Lower Chi), and Rescue 40 to the ticket when they cleared the highway. Deputy 40 advised fireboard that there was also a crew in station for the Engine. The Rescue cleared in seconds and responded along with the Engine. Rescue 40 arrived just after Engine 68, and assisted with fire suppression. Company 40 was on scene for about 35 minutes before returning to quarters. The next run came in around 4pm, with the Rescue going to the Mcdonalds on 452 to assist the Ambulance on yet another Cardiac Arrest. The Rescue hit the street in minutes, but were recalled by Medic 100.

Just before 5am, the Engine was requested to cover New Castle County Station 13(Claymont). Claymont units were operating at an Apartment Fire in their local. Other units on scene included: Rescue 39(Lower Chi), 11, 25, and RIT 20. Rescue 39 was released from the scene and also covered Claymont. Delco Engine 40-1 & Rescue 39 covered for about an hour before being released by 13-8(M.Harris).

Tonight we held our monthly training at Twin Oaks Towing on the Conchester. The Training Session was taught by 40-9A, 9B, & 10. The Senior guys just got refreshed on proper used of tools, door pops/removals, dash roll/push, roof removal, and more. The Junior guys were shown everything from the basics of scene safety, glass removal, cutting seat belts, cribbing, patient care, and much more. At the end of the night, both groups got together to go over the new Paratech Rescue Struts that were recently placed in service. The training session was a success, a good learning experience for the younger guys. We would like to thank everyone who attended.

Just after 7:30 am, the Rescue was requested to assist Company 68 on a Hazmat Spill at Honeywell International. While units were in en route they were advised of a Boron Trifuloride release that made it's way on to the roadway. Deputy 68(J.Smith) arrived and took the Post Rd Command and had all responding units stage at Post Rd/Blueball Ave. The leak was contained not long after, and Post Rd Command recalled the assignment. On the ticket was: Engine 40-1, Ladder 68, Rescue 39, & Tower 61. Just before 11pm, the Township Companies were dispatched to Luthern Knolls for an AFA, which turned out to be a tripped alarm. Around 6:30pm, The Township Box assignment was struck to Bethel Rd for the Building Fire. Engine 40-1 hit the street in seconds and arrived with nothing showing. 40-9A(Fuller) advised Upper Chi 9(Montello) that the fire was out, and the electric was secured and to hold the assignment with 40-1 to assist the homeowner. Upper Chi 9 relayed to fire board and recalled the balance.

Just after dinnertime, The Rescue was requested to Canterberry Woods to assist the EMS with a Cardiac Arrest. Rescue 40 & 40-6A hit the street in minutes, on their arrival they assisted with patient care, packing, and transport. The Rescue and 6A cleared in about 20 minutes. Later in the evening, not long after 10pm, The township box assignment was struck to Randall Ave for Smoke in the Residence. Engine 40-1 & Squrt 61 arrived at the same time to find nothing showing. 40-9A(Fuller) took the Upper Chi Command and had crews split to find the source. After checking the entire residence (interior/exterior) it was narrowed down to the A/C unit that was recently replaced. The incident was scaled down to 40-1, Squrt 61, and 55-1 for ventilation. The resident was advised to leave the unit off and have it checked out, units returned moments later. Just after 7 am, The Rescue assignment was dispatched to Interstate 95 SB in the area of Chichester Ave for an Accident with 1 vehicle overturned. Rescue 40(Fuller) hit the street and was advised the Accident was in the rear of Copley's Bar. The Rescue went on scene with 1 vehicle that had been involved in a rollover, but the patient was refusing treatment. No services were needed from the Fire Department, so the Rescue returned to quarters.

In the Early-Mid Afternoon, another Nasty Storm quickly approached the area bringing high winds, heavy rain, hail, severe lightning, and thunder. In the middle of the storm, The Calls started pouring in around the area. Soon after, the tones were dropped to the First Baptist Church on 452 for the Fire Alarm, followed right after with another Fire Alarm at Delaware County Supply on Randall Ave. Engine 40-1 handled the 452 call, while Rescue 40 handled Delaware County Supply. While Engine 55-1 was en route to Delaware County, fireboard advised them of a Fourth Emergency in the town, for a Fire Alarm at Parkview @ Naamans Creek on 322. Squrt 61 cleared up from a Wires call and also made the response there. 40-12 advised the alarm at Delaware County Supply was tripped by a power outage. 40-9A advised the 452 call was also due to the power outage. UC-9(Montello) was advised that the 322 call, was a building struck by lighting. UC-9 then had all units revert there assignment to Parkview @ Naamans Creek after clearing there assignments. Engine and Rescue 40, 6A, and 7 all made the response to the Conchester. Crews from all three township companies worked checking the interior and exterior of the building with no findings. Upper Chi 9 placed all units available shortly after.

Just before 1pm, The Rescue was requested to Mill Rd to assist the Ambulance and Medics with Lifting. The Rescue made the response, assisted the EMS, and returned to quarters. Around 5:30pm, The Township Companies along with Medic 100-C were dispatched to Chichester Ave for a CO leak. Crews ventilated the building and went available shortly after. At 8pm, Rescue Company 40 and Medic 100C were dispatched to 605 Conchester for an Accident with Injuries. Upper Chichester Police Units arrived on scene first and advised for units to expedite, and they also advised of 1 confirmed DOA. Rescue and Chief 40 arrived on scene and started accessing the situation. Chief Montello took the 322 Command. It turned out that the passenger car with the DOA was hit by a Tanker Truck. The Tanker Truck kept on going and went off the highway and down an embankment. Command then hit for Companies 55 & 61 to take care of the overturned Tanker Truck, while Rescue 40's crew handled the DOA and Hazards on the highway, and assisted with the investigation. Company 40 remained on scene until just before 1am. We would like to thank Rescue 72(Aston Beechwood) and Telesqurt 50(Middletown) for providing coverage while we were on scene.

Wednesday turned out to be a very stormy day. Throughout the day, The Company responded to four fire alarms, which were all tripped to do the storm, and a wires down call to assist 61. To finish out the night, The Company made the response to Interstate 95 SB/Chichester Ave for an Accident with Injuries. The Call turned out to be at the Delaware State Line and no victims were found at the scene of the crash, so the Company went available.

Just before 11pm, The Rescue and Ambulance along with Medic 100C were dispatched to I-95 SB in the area of the Car Depot for an Accident with Entrapment. 40-7 arrived on scene and advised of a three car MVA with one confirmed trapped. Rescue 40 & 40-9 arrived next, and went to work stabilizing and popping the rear drivers side door to gain access and free the patient. Once the patient was loaded in the ambulance, The Company went available and returned. Chief Montello had the 95 Command.

Around dinnertime, The Daytime Box Assignment was struck to Roberts Circle in the local for the Building Fire. Responding units were advised of a Grill Fire with extension to the deck and rear of the house. 55-9 arrived and advised Squrt 61 on their arrival to pull a water line to the rear. Engine 40-1 followed and took the hydrant assignment. The Crew from 40-1 made their way up the hill, and checked the residence with a thermal imaging camera for any hot spots. The incident was scaled back to the township companies by Chief 55. Not long after 40-1 and the Squrt cleared the scene.