Rescue Assists in Carbondale City April 9th, 2013: Around 18:50 Rescue 59 was dispatched to assist Station 51 (Carbondale City) at 140 E.Garfield Ave for a working structure fire. The rescue arrived and immediately went to work sending a crew to the attic area. Rescue personnel assisted with fire suppression and overhaul on division 2 and in the attic. Crews remained onscene throughout the evening performing suppression, overhaul and various other tasks. The Rescue cleared the fire scene at about 22:00hrs.

Quick knock in Area 18 April 19th, 2013: At 3:25 Rescue 59 was dispatched as part of a 1st alarm assignment in area 18(Clifford) for a reported structure fire. 1st arriving units found a working fire on the deck in the rear of the structure, that was rapidly extending to the interior. Crews stretched a line off 1st arriving Ladder 18 quickly knocking down the advancing fire. The Rescue arrived and set up for RIT duties. Crews also assisted in lighting onscene. The rescue cleared the scene around 05:00.

2013 Gun Raffle  We will be holding our annual Gun Raffle on Saturday May 18th, 2013 starting at 5pm until 9pm, at our station located at 803 Penn Ave. Mayfield. Tickets are available from members or at the door. There are 10 prizes on the ticket with an all new "cash option" available. If you purchase a ticket and attend the raffle the ticket also includes a bufft and unlimited beverages.  Also, there will be many door prizes to be given away. We hope to see you there!

2 Car Crash at  Poplar & Cemetery  March 26th, 2013: At approximately 17:40 hrs Station 59 Rescue and Ems were dispatched to Cemetery and Poplar Streets in the 59 Local for a 2 car crash with injuries. 59PD arrived 1st reporting no entrapment and possible refusals onscene. R-59 and R-59-1 arrived and began stabilization and hazard control, while 59-9 and 59-8 obtained 2 refusals on the scene. Units cleared the scene in about 20 minutes.

Fish Dinner, Dwelling Assignment, and a Crash

March 22nd, 2013: Friday proved to be a busy day for 59 volunteers. Around 15:10hrs at the height of our Fish Dinner fund raiser the Rescue and Squad were sent on a Dwelling Assignment in area 18 (Clifford) on SR2012 in Lenoxville, Susquhanna county.  The rescue and squad marked enroute almost immediately . While returning from the 18 box , the rescue and Ems were sent to Exit 5 off the Casey for a car vs. guardrail.  The Rescue along with C59-3 (Hallowich) arrived first reporting one car in the roadway with the patient self extricated. The rescue mitigated all  hazards while 59-8 handled the refusal. Units cleared the scene in about 15 minutes.

Wayne County Dwelling Assignment
March 13th, 2013: Around 17:40 Rescue and Squad 59 were dispatched to assist Wayne County Company 75 (Waymart) for a reported dwelling fire on Tuthill Rd. in Area 75's 1st due.

Gas Leak in the First Due March 12, 2013: Around 18:00 Station 59 Fire and Ems were dispatched to 620 Rear Poplar St. in area 59 for the reported smell of Natural Gas. Chief 59-3 (Hallowich) was the 1st arriving reporting normal conditions with all occupants out of the residence. The rescue arrived and along with personnel from R-591 checked entire building with both 4 gas meters off the Rescue, while the chauffeur from R-59 secured his own water supply from a near by hydrant . Ems 59 arrived and staged on Poplar St. With no readings found Chief 59-3 released all units while UGI investigated more thoroughly.

Rescue and Squad on 36 Chimney Fire

March 10th, 2013, Rescue and Squad were requested on the first alarm chimney fire in Scott Township mid morning on Sunday.  Rescue, Squad, and Chief 593A went en route to the fire in minutes with 12 members.  Rescue arrived behind Engine 36 and was requested to the scene with Engine 28 while all other units staged at the "5 Corners."  Rescue took the thermal imaging camera to check out the home.  Very small fire in the chimney was found and taken care of.  All units were returned in about 30 minutes.

Rescue/EMS/ Squad on Fatal Chapman Lake Dwelling Fire March 3rd, 2013,  around 05:30 am Tuesday morning, Rescue and Squad 59 were dispatched as part of a first alarm assignment to the 200 Block of Rushbrook Rd. in area 36 (Scott Twp.) for a reported house on fire with the occupant still inside.

First arriving 36 units reported heavy fire with entrapment confirmed. A 2nd alarm was quickly requested. The rescue arrived shortly after E-36 and were assigned suppression duties on side "B"  and "C"  sides of the well involved building. Crews put into service 3 attack lines off the rescue while nursing off T-60 until a water supply could be established from E-36. Due to the heavy fire involvement exterior suppression operations were ordered by command. After the bulk of the fire was knocked down crews cautiously entered the structure to start the overhaul process. Squad 59 and 59-8 arrived and deployed supplies and equipment for rehab operations. The rescue and squad remained on scene until 10:30 am. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family on their loss.
 

Squad on fatal fire February 21st, 2013, Squad 59 was requested by Jefferson command for rehab operations.  Squad 59 responded with 7 members.  The squad arrived and started a full deployment of rehab supplies.  We supported the Jefferson EMS crew doing the incident. Squad returned to service about 0430.  Our prayers go out to the family and first responders that were there.

Snowy Afternoon Brings Car Vs. Pole in Area 58

February 8th, 2013:  At 16:25 Rescue 59 and 59-9 were dispatched to the 300 Block of Washington Ave in Jermyn for a car vs. pole. Jermyn PD arrived at reported multiple poles and wires down. While en-route FP 58 was requested for traffic control.  Rescue and EMS arrived to find a jeep that struck 2 utility poles and rock wall. The single occupant was confined to the driver seat of the vehicle . EMS assessed the patient while the rescue crew went to work stabilizing the vehicle, controlling hazards and creating an extrication pathway. The patient was extricated in less than 5 minutes. 59-9 along with Cottage ALS transported the patient to GCMC. Units cleared the scene in about an hour.

Rescue, EMS, and Squad on Kitchen Fire

February 2, 2013, Rescue, EMS, and Squad responded to a reported kitchen fire in the Nebraska section of Archbald which is also known as East Jermyn.  Call was reported by a life alert and they told the occupant to get out of the home.  This home is occupied by an elderly female that does not move well and she was having trouble getting out.  After hearing the call, our members Joe and Genell Corcoran, ran across the street to help out.  Genell helped the lady out of the house and into a neighbors car and Joe grabbed the toaster and took it outside.

  Chief 58 arrived shortly after with the balance of the companies after that.  Ladder 58 handled the ventilation duties and Engine 58-3 was ready with water if needed.  Rescue 59 arrived and staged.  Ambulance 59-9 checked on the homeowner.  It is this kind of team work that keeps things safe.  It was a good job by all that came out for this call.
Units on the Box: Engine 58-3, Ladder 58, Rescue 59, Ambulance 59-9, and Squad 59
 

Car vs. Bus in Area 21  January 14th, 2013: At 7:20am Monday morning Rescue and EMS 59 were dispatched to assist Station 21 Rescue and EMS at the intersection of Winton and Main St. in Archbald Borough for a bus vs car with possible injuries. Captain 21 (M.Trently) arrived and requested 21 EMS, 22-9,25-9, 25-8 to the scene along with R-59. 59-8 was requested to standby at station. The rescue arrived mitigated hazards and provided fire protection while all passengers were assessed. Units cleared the scene in about 45 minutes.

Rescue/ Squad on Scott Twp. Dwelling Fire January 11th, 2012: Around 20:50 Friday night Rescue 59 was dispatched to assist Station 36 (Scott Twp.) on a reported structure. 1st arriving officers reported a working fire with multiple exposures present. The rescue arrived handled many tasks throughout the night including: supression, overhaul, Fast Team duties. The Squad was requested and assisted Ems 36 with the rehab assignment. Units remained onscene untill the early hours of the morning dousing hot spots.

Officers for 2013 announced President: John Kiehart Vice Pres: Jim Perry Secretary: Jan Yesalavage Treasurer: Paula Knutelski

Chief: Stan Hallowich  Asst Chief: Jimmy Yesalavage  Asst Chief: Tom Jugan  Captain: John Bein  Lieutenant: Erin Bein  Lieutenant: J.d. Warner  Engineer: James P Allan  Asst Engineer: Tony Fuga  Safety: Jesse Yesalavage

59 runs second alarm fire in Wayne County

November 13th, 2012, Rescue and Squad 59 were dispatched on the second alarm to Dyberry Township in Wayne County for a working house fire. Both units went en route quickly and traveled to the fire with a crew of 11. As the Rescue arrived they were tasked with overhaul in the basement. Our crews operated on the scene for a short time before being released. The second alarm was struck quickly due to it being a day time for and the first due units had low man power.

EMS crew helps out in NJ

October 30-November 5th 2012, Ambulance 59-8 was dispatched as part of the PA Region 5 EMS Task Force to the Atlantic City area of New Jersey in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.  The crew from 59 are spending the week there manning shelters, providing EMS coverage, and various other jobs tasked to them. We would like the public to know that these volunteers went above and beyond their calling. Thank you guys. Be safe and we will hold the fort down at home.

Rescue/Squad on 1805 Box September 21st, 2012: Around 04:15am the rescue was dispatched as part of a 1st alarm assignment to Box 1805 in Clifford Twp for a reported structure fire. Chief 18 (T.Turner) arrived 1st reporting a two story residential with fire visible on division 1 & 2 in the rear of the building.  The rescue arrived and immediately went to work sending two crews to Division 2 to start opening up. The squad was requested into the scene to set up for rehab operations. After the bulk of the fire was knocked down extensive overhaul was required in the attic area. Rescue personel also assisted in salvage operations on Division 1 & 2. Crews remained onscene well into the morning hours.

Hill St. AFA September 8th, 2012: At 21:17 Saturday night station 59 fire and Ems were dispatched to 626 Hill St. in the 1st due for an alarm going off in a residence. Upon arrival found a residence under renovation with an audible sounding. Entry was gained by R-59 and E-59 crews with normal conditions present. The source of the audible alarm was traced back to a malfunctioning smoke dectector. The house was resecured all units cleared.

Car Vs Semi on the Wildcat September 12,2012: At approximately 06:15 Wednesday morning Rescue 59 and 59-8 were dispatched to assist station 21 for an MVC with injuries on the Wildcat in area 33. Reports from the scene were head on with 1 patient in the vehicle. The Rescue arrived and assisted 21's crew with stabilization and hazard control. The patient was extricated and transported to cmc via 21 Ems and CLS. 59-8 obtained a refusal onscene. Units cleared the scene in about an hour.

Confirmed fire at Artisan Hose Company

September 3rd, 2012: Around 12:40 Saturday afternoon a 58 box went out for 20 Maple St. in Jermyn for a reported structure fire. This address is home to the Artisan Hose Company. 1st arriving units reported a smoke condition with conformed fire in the attic area. E-58-3 quickly extinguished the fire as units were arriving.  The crew from the Rescue staged on side alpha, while 59-9 and S-59 staged on Maple St. The cause of the fire was traced back to a malfunctioning light ballast. Good job by the 58-3 crew!

Crash on Washington Ave. August 17, 2012: At approximately 15:35 Station 59 Ems along with R-21 were dispatched to the 300 block of Washington Ave. in Jermyn for a 2 car MVA with injuries. C59-3(Hallowich) was 1st arriving reporting 2 vehicles with no entrapment. He also requested ALS for one of the occupants having a medical emergency. 59-9 and 59-8 both arrived and assessed the occupants. R-21 arrived and assisted in hazard control. Both ambulances transported to Mid-Valley Hospital. Units cleared the scene in about 30 minutes.

Car v. Tree August 16th, 2012: Around 15:00 hours Station 59 Rescue and Ems along with Cottage ALS were dispatched to Rt.107 in area 59 for a MVC car into a tree, with 1 patient possibly unresponsive. The Rescue arrived and began stabilization while Ems accessed the patient. After an extrication pathway was created the patient was extricated and transported via 59-9/Cottage Als to CMC. Units cleared the scene in 25 minutes.

 

National Night Out! August 8th and 9th, 2012,  WWHC members participated in the National Night Out campaigns in both Mayfield and Jermyn.  On August 8th, both ambulances, Squad with the Special Operations Unit, and the Rescue were on display.   Ambulance 59-8 was on display in the park for walk through and education.

  Squad 59 was on display with the Strike Team/Decon Trailer with tours available for the unit.  August 9th brought the Units to Jermyn for their parade and get together after.  We would like to thank the police departments for inviting us and look forward to next year! 
 

Washington Ave.  Dwelling Assignment July 31st, 2012 - At 15:37 hours Tuesday afternoon Station 58 along with Rescue 59 and 59 Ems were dispatched to 563 Washington Ave. in Jermyn for a smell of smoke in the structure with smoke alarms going off. Chief 58 (Rood) arrived 1st reporting nothing visible from the exterior. Crews entered the structure and found normal conditions. The cause was traced back to malfunctioning smoke dectectors. This was the 2nd time crews were summoned to address. The first time was back in February when fire damaged the down stairs apartment. Crews cleared the scene in 20 minutes.

House cleared on Greenfield Barn Fire July 26th, 2012: Around 14:10 Thursday afternoon Rescue 59 was dispatched as part of a 1st alarm assignment to 206 Bell Mountain Rd. in Greenfield Twp. for the possible barn fire. 1st arriving units reported heavy fire thoughout the 30 X 40, 1 1/2 story barn. A second alarm was quickly requested bringing Squad 59 and 59-8 for rehab. The rescue arrived and assisted in supression and overhaul, while the squad arrived and assisted 18/24 EMS with rehab ops. 59-9 later was requested to standby at the fire scene. Units operated onscene for approximately 2 hours before returning.

Early Morning Car vs. Bicycle

July-15th, 2012: Around 3:00am Sunday morning Station 59 Rescue and Ems along with Cottage ALS were dispatched to Business Rt.#6 in the area of Alexanders Restaurant for an MVC Car-vs-Bicycle. Upon arrival found 1 patient sitting on the side of the roadway with ALS treating patient. The rescue arrived and deployed the light tower while R59-1 mitigated hazards. The patient was packaged and sent to the trauma center via 59-8/Ch-1. Rescue crews remained onscene to provide lighting for PSP R&I. Crews cleared the scene at 5:00am.

Rollover in Archbald
June 19th, 2012, Rescue and EMS were dispatched to assist Station 21(Archbald) for a vehicle rollover with a report of fire and entrapment.  As the Ambulance was going en route the reports came in that the person was out of the car.  Ambulance 59-9 arrived on scene to find the pt sitting on the side of the road with ALS from Lackawanna Ambulance tending to her.  Rescue 59 arrived shortly after and helped with hazard control.  The patient was transported to CMC with LA 25 on board.
 

Warehouse Fire June 10th, 2012, Rescue and EMS was dispatched to assist Station 25(Jessup) on the 2nd alarm warehouse fire at Dempsey Linen.  Rescue 59 went en route with a crew of 5 while Ambulance 59-8 went en route with 3.  Ambulance 59-8 arrived at EMS staging and was tasked with setting up rehab by Safety 25(Yurkanin).

Squad 59 was dispatched for rehab services at this time.  Rescue 59 arrived and was tasked to assisting Ladder 23 at the rear of the building.  After the fire was controlled, Rescue 59 was relocated to Station 25 to backfill for calls.  Squad and EMS operated for the duration of the incident on scene.  Job well done to all involved.

Car- Vs- Motorcycle

April 20th, 2012- At 16:25 Friday afternoon Rescue 59, 59-9, Ch-1 were dispatched to the 100 Block of South Washington Ave. in Jermyn for a MVC, Car vs. Motorcycle. C59-3 (Hallowich) was 1st arriving reporting 1 patient with serious injuries. R-59, 59-9 arrived and began assessment and immobilization of the patient. The patient was packaged and sent to the trauma center via 59-9 and Ch-1. 21 EMS was requested on standby by command. Units remained onscene for about and hour while PSP R&I investigated

Rescue/ Squad on Greenfield Twp. 2nd alarm

April 19th, 2012- Around 10:45am Thursday morning a 24 box went out for 452 Rt. 247 in Greenfield Twp. for a house filling with smoke. Chief 18-2 (O'Rourke) was 1st arriving establishing the command and confirming a working fire on division 2. A 2nd alarm was requested by command at 10:54am. While en route the Rescue was designated as the "fast truck" by command. The rescue arrived and deployed for RIT operations. The Squad arrived at set up rehab ops.  A quick knock was made by 1st in units to hold the fire to the 2nd floor with extension to the attic area. Along with staffing the RIT group, crews from the rescue also assisted in roof ops and salvage. Units remained onscene until about 12:10pm. The dwelling involved was the residence of Lt-18B (K.Munley) and his family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to them in this difficult time.

Rescue/ Squad on fatal Scott Twp. dwelling fire

April 17th, 2012- Around 11:25 am Tuesday morning Rescue 59 was dispatched as part of the SRN in area 36 for a working structure fire with entrapment.1st arriving 36 units encountered heavy fire throughout the entire structure. The Rescue arrived and were initially assigned to RIT duties. A 2nd alarm was requested by Chief 36 at 11:33am, bringing Squad 59 to assist with the rehab sector. While one crew staged as RIT, a 2nd crew threw ladders and set up the PPV fan on side 'C'. After the bulk of the fire was knocked down crews were reassigned to overhaul on divisions 1 and 2. Crews operated onscene until about 15:00hrs. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family on their loss.

RT. 107 Rollover April 16th, 2012- Around 15:00 hrs on Monday afternoon Station 59 Rescue and Ems along with Cottage ALS were disptached to Rt.107 up from Bednash's Gas Station for a vehicle rollover into a utility pole. Rescue and Ems arrived to find 1 vehicle on its roof with the driver self extricated. The vehicle had veered off the road, up a bank taking out a utility pole and landing back on its roof on the shoulder of Rt. 107. The Rescue mitigated hazards while 59-9 and Cottage ALS assessed the occupant. Units cleared the scene in about 45 minutes.

Texas Twp. Dwelling Fire March 31st, 2012- At 04:57am Rescue 59 was requested to assist Wayne County Units at a working dwelling fire in Texas Twp. near the Seelyville/ Honesdale border. The Rescue arrived totalling a crew of 9 staging on the Charlie side. After staging for a few minutes we split into 2 crews to relieve Honesdale and Seeyville personel. 1 crew made entry on the Bravo side with the other making entry on the Delta side. Eventually a crew from Rescue was ordered to make a 2nd vent hole on the roof of the Bravo side. Units remained onscene well into the morning hours dousing hot spots. A great job by units onscene!

Car into Dunkin Donuts March 26th, 2012- Around 18:00hrs 59-9 was requested by Captain 21 (M.Trently) as the 2nd due BLS unit for a vehicle that drove through one of the front windows of the Dunkin Donuts in Eynon. 59-9 and 21-9 transported patients to CMC with Lackawanna Ambulance ALS assisting. Units cleared the scene in about an hour.

 

Dual Entrapment in Eynon  February 29th, 2012: Around 11:40am Wednesday morning Rescue 59 and 59-9 were dispatched to assist Station 21 Rescue and Ems on Business Rt.6 in Eynon for a MVC with reported entrapment. Captain 21 (M.Trently) was firstarriving establishing the Rt.6 command reporting 2 vehicles head on with both drivers entrapped.  He then requested R-25 (Jessup), R-51(Cottage) and E-33 (Eynon) to the scene. R-59 arrived 1st and immediately began stabilization. After the vehicles were stabilized the heavy hydraulics were deployed from R-59 AND R-21. Both patients were extricated in less the 12 minutes and transported to the hospital by 21-8 and 59-9. An excellent job was done by all crews involved!

Working fire in Area 58 February 25th, 2012: At 12:20pm on Saturday afternoon a 58 Box went out for 534 Washington Ave. for reported smoke in the residence. Chief 58 (R.Rood) was 1st arriving reporting a working fire. The Rescue was 2nd arriving and immediately deployed an 1 3/4' handline. Crews met heavy fire conditions upon entry on Division 1. 58/59 crews made an aggressive interior attack to hold the fire on Division 1 with some extension to Division 2 on the Alpha side. A crew from L-58 were able to locate and rescue a pitbull during their primary search of Division 2. After the dog was removed from the residence the dog was placed on Oxygen via Non-Rebreathing Mask by 59-53 (D.Palermo). The dog was transported to the Chinchilla Emergency Animal Hospital by 21 PD and 59-53. A 2nd alarm was requested by Chief 58 at 12:41pm. After the fire was extinguished, extensive overhaul was required. All units cleared the scene by 14:30pm. Great Job done by all involved !

59-9 on afternoon crash in Eynon

February 22, 2012:  Around 16:00 hrs Wednesday afternoon 59-9 was requested as the 3rd due BLS unit at the scene of and MVC on Business Rt.6 in front of Sebastianelli's.  59-9 was out the door immediately after dispatch.

The ambulance arrived and was told to pull into Sebastianelli's parking lot by Captain 21. 59-9 transported 1 patient to Regional Hopsital while also obtaining 1 refusal. While 59-9 was operating at the MVC, 59-8 was sent on a BLS medical run in the Jermyn Borough. This was the 5th call of the day for the 59 Station. 

2nd Alarm in Carbondale City
Photo courtesy CFD
February 17, 2012: At approximately 12:05pm on Friday afternoon a 2nd Alarm was transmitted at 23-25 Wyoming St. in Carbondale City for a reported structure fire involving multiple buildings. Rescue-59 , 59-9 and Squad 59 made the response with 13 total personnel. Initial arriving 51 units reported heavy smoke and fire conditions on the 25 side of the structure. An aggressive interior attack was initiated. The structures involved were 2 single houses that were attached by a common hallway.  The Rescue arrived and made entry with a 1 ¾ hand line into division 2 of the 23 side of the structure. Crews met heavy fire conditions in division 2 and attic area.  A combination of exterior attack along with an aggressive interior attack was used and crews were able to limit the fire damage to the 25 side of the structure.  Squad 59 and 59-9 arrived and along with 51 Ems set up for rehab operations. After the bulk of the fire was knocked down, extensive overhaul was needed to dig out hot spots. Crews cleared the scene at about 15:00hrs, with E-51 remaining on scene. 

Early Morning First Due Crash February-16, 2012 - At approximately 03:40 hours Station 59 Rescue and EMS along with CH-1 were dispatched to 1309 Scranton/Carbondale Highway in front of Perry Auto Sales for a vehicle into a utility pole with injuries.  1st arriving units reported a mini-van into a stoplight pole with 1 patient confined to the passenger side of the van. The rescue arrived deploying the light tower and provided vehicle stabilization while crews from 59-9, R59-1 and CH-1 accessed the patient. The patient was quickly extricated and transported to the trauma center.  Crews cleared the scene in about 30 minutes.

Snowy afternoon brings multiple crashes to the LVIH

February -16, 2012: Heavy snow squalls moved through the area Thursday afternoon creating hazardous conditions on the LVIH. Around 14:45 Station 59 Rescue and EMS were dispatched to the area of Exit-5 for a vehicle rollover unknown on injuries. Due to conflicting reports of the location of the accident Station 21 (Archbald) Rescue and EMS were initially dispatched.  Chief 59-3 (Hallowich) was the 1st arriving officer reporting 2 accidents, 1 vehicle rolled over on the Exit-5 off ramp, the other in the median approximately ½ mile west of the 1st crash, both of which were in Area 21.

.Chief Hallowich assigned R-59 to handle the rollover , and R59-1 to handle the vehicle in the median. R-59 arrived and along with R-21 provided traffic control and hazard mitigation while 21 EMS assessed the single occupant. Units cleared the scene in about 45 minutes
 

Mayfield Car Fire January 26, 2012, Rescue and EMS were dispatched along with the full first alarm to T & R Service Station for a truck on fire next to the building.  Lackawanna County Communications were receiving multiple reports.  First arriving Engine 59 started the initial attack with Ladder 58 and Rescue 59 arriving next to assist.  Crew from the rescue pulled the foam line off and used it to blanket the engine compartment of the truck.  Both 59-8 and 59-9 staged at the scene.  There was no damage to the building due to a great job by all crews.

 
 

Possible Basement Fire
January 19, 2012, Station 59 along with Rescue 25 and Ladder 58 were dispatched for a basement fire in Mayfield.  Reports were that the basement was filling with smoke.  Engine 59 was on the road first along with Chief 59.  The Chief arrived and found a malfunction in the furnace.  Chief 59 recalled the box leaving Engine 59 on the call.  Ambulance 59-9 and Rescue 59 held in quarters.

Rescue on Greenfield Twp. House Fire

January 10th, 2012 -  Shortly after midnight Rescue 59 was dispatched as part of a 1st alarm assignment to assist Station 24 on a structure fire located on Route 106 in Greenfield Twp. First arriving units found heavy fire in the rear of the structure. The Rescue arrived and set up RIT Operations on side 'Delta'. Crews were relieved of RIT duties and reassigned to supression. A combination of exterior and interior attack were used to knock down the bulk of the fire.  A 2nd alarm was requested by Command 24 bringing manpower and additional resources to the scene.

After the fire was under control extensive overhaul was required to extinguish the many hot spots. All Units cleared the scene at approximately 5:00 am.

Mid Morning First Due Basement Fire

January 3rd, 2012- Around 10:15 Tuesday morning a first due structure box was transmitted at 213 Depew Ave. in Mayfield for a fire in the basement. 59 PD arrived and reported smoke and heat in the basement. The rescue arrived behind E-59 and laid 225 ' of 5" into E-59. Crews made entry into the basement and found heavy fire conditons.An aggressive interior attack was made by crews and the bulk of the fire was knocked down. Command requested a second alarm for manpower at 10:38. The 1st and 2nd floor along with the attic was checked with no extension found. During their primary search crews were able to locate and save a cat that was taken to a local vet. Crews remained onscene until about 12:15. Thank you to all the mutual aid companies both fire and ems for a job well done!

Working Dwelling Fire in Clinton Twp.

December 22, 2011, Rescue and Squad 59 were dispatched as part of the first alarm assignment in Area 43 (Browndale/Clinton Twp.).  Rescue went enroute with a crew of 5 and the Squad followed with 4. As the Rescue crested Farview Mountain we could can see the flames in the air.  The rescue was requested to set up as the RIT team by 43 Command (R. Richards).  The Rescue staged away from the scene and hiked up to the fire.  RIT was staged on side D of the structure due to being able to see both sides of the operation.  Once the Squad arrived they set up rehab by the command post.  Rescue and Squad operated for approximately 5 hours before returning to service.

New Ambulance “In-Service” December 15, 2011, the long awaited wait for our new Ambulance as finally come to an end.  With an extended waiting time for the bus the members were eager to put her in service.  Ambulance 59-8 was recently inspected by EMS of Northeastern PA and passed.  It is now in service on the front line.  The new ambulance is a 2010 Medtec Modular Ambulance on a Ford E-450 Chassis.  It’s a 2010 due to Ford discontinuing the diesel motors.  We ordered one of the last chassis with that motor.

The new ambulance includes:
--On Spot Chains
--Towing Package with Auxiliary Brake
--Transverse backboard compartment
--In Dash Navigation
--Back up Camera
--All LED emergency lighting
--Air Horns
--Carries 2 MSA SCBA’s and Irons set
--Carries an assortment of Cribbing

1st Due Commericial 2nd Alarm

Oct 17th, 2011- Around 18:00's Station 59 Fire/Rescue/Ems along with Ladder-58, and Rescue-25 were dispatched to the area of 710 Business Route #6 for a reported truck on fire inside a garage. 59-58 (J.Frankosky) was first arriving confirming a working fire with everyone out of the building. Chief 59-3 (Hallowich) was the  first arriving line officer reporting a approximate 30' x 40' steel building with the contents fully involved. The rescue arrived laying approximately 900' of 5" supply line up Rt.6. Crews initially begin offense operations but with conditions rapidly deteriorating, command ordered defensive operations. A second alarm was requested at 18:14. 59-8 and Squad 59 arrived and set up rehab operations with the assistance of Archbald ems and rescue. crews operated onscene until about 21:30.

'House Clears on Jermyn 2nd Alarm September 19th, 2011, Station 58(Jermyn) along with Rescue and EMS 59 were dispatched to a possible structure fire on Jefferson Ave.  Com Center advised in coming units that there were multiple calls on the fire.  Chief 59-3(S. Hallowich) arrived on scene and confirmed the working fire.  Ladder and Chief 58 arrived next and the crew pulled a line off the ladder to make an attack on the fire.  At that point the house was fully engulfed with fire coming out every window.  Engine 58-1 arrived and supplied Ladder 58 from the hydrant.

Rescue 59 arrived and hit the hydrant at Jefferson and Division laying 500 feet of supply line.  Rescue crews pulled an attack line and started to knock down the bulk of the fire with Engine 58-1.  Ambulances 59-9 and 59-8 staged at Division and Jefferson with Ambulances 21-9 and 25-8 staging at Jefferson and Rushbrook.  Squad 59 was set up for rehab with help from 25-8 rehab. Chief 58 called for the second alarm which brought Companies from Peckville, Eynon, Carbondale, Carbondale Twp., and Mayfield.  Companies operated for approximately  5 hours.  There were no injuries at the fire and the American Red Cross set up shelter for the family.

Units on scene:
Engines: 58-1, 58-3. 59, 33, 60, and 20
Ladders: 58 and 20
Rescues: 59 and 51-1
Ambulances: 59-9, 59-8, 21-9, 25-8
Squad/Car: 59 and 20
 

“New” Squad in Service August 7, 2011, WWHC is proud to announce that our “New” Squad is now in service.  A couple years ago WWHC started a rehab service and we continue to offer the service today.  We recently converted our old ambulance into a squad truck that will carry our rehab and swift water rescue equipment. This truck will also serve as our QRV after it gets certified.

Equipment on Squad:

2- Gatorade/Water Jugs 4- Core Cooler Chairs 4- Camping Chairs 1-Honda Gas Generator  2-Tripod Lights 2-Folding Garbage Cans 1-10ft x 10ft Tent 1-10ft x 20ft Tent 2-Turbo Heaters with Propane Tanks 3-Coolers for bottled water

2- Mister Fans 2-Coffee Pots with supplies Paper work for Rehab with assortment of vital monitoring equipment. Assortment of medical equipment for QRS 4- Drysuits with boots, helmets, and PFDS 6- Throw bags for water rescue. 5- PFD’s for ground support Assortment of rope gear for water rescue. Class 5 Trailer hitch 4-SCBA 60 minute MSA packs with spare cylinders

 

	Dual Friday the 13th Tragedies for 59 May 13, 2011 at 0139 AM Rescue and EMS crews were dispatched to assist 21 EMS on a reported MVA at exit 5 on the LVIH. Initial dispatch reports indicated a possible spinout with 2 unconscious patients onboard. Early arriving Medic units determined that both patients were deceased due to the severity of the crash. Rescue and EMS crews remained on scene to assist PSP and the Coroner with their investigations. Crews were released at approximately 0330.
	Later in the afternoon Rehab 59 was dispatched to assist Station 18 (Clifford) for a motor vehicle crash that involved a tractor-trailer that went off I81 and landed on a dirt road running parallel to I81. Crews from Clifford (18), Greenfield (24), Scott (36), Harford and Great Bend operated for approximately 3 hours on an extensive extrication. Unfortunately the driver was killed in the impact. Rehab 59 provided medical monitoring and refreshments to the crews operating on the scene.  WWHC would like to extend our prayers to the families of the victims.

Rescue on fatal Forest City Blaze

April 21st, 2011- Around 6:25 am Rescue 59 was dispatched as part of a second alarm assignment to the 700 Block of Delaware St. in Forest City for a structure fire with entrapment. The Rescue arrived on scene and were initially assigned RIT duties. After being reassigned to supression duties the the Rescue split crews: 1 crew threw ladders on the "B" side exposure for the division 2 interior crew, while a second crew placed a 1 3/4" line in service in the attic of the exposure. After the bulk of the fire was extinguished crews from 59,18, and 51 overhauled the entire attic. The rescue operated for just over 5 hours on the scene before being released by Command 41.

Heavy Machinery Fire

March 21st, 2011- Around 16:00hrs Station 59 Fire and 21 ems were dispatched to the wooded area across from the old Top of the Hill ice cream parlor on Rt.#6 in Mayfield for heavy machinery on fire in the woods. Upon request of Chief 59 multiple tankers were requested because of the remote location of the fire. Upon arrival of 1st in companies 2 " shakers" were found to be fully involved. Several attack lines were pulled from E-59  and R-59-1 and the bulk of the fire was extinguished. Water supply was established via tanker shuttle. Units remained onscene for about an hour dousing hot spots.

Eynon-Jermyn Road Crash December 13, 2010, Rescue and EMS dispatched to the Eynon-Jermyn road for a motor vehicle crash with a car rolled over into the woods.  On the arrival of Chief 59-3(Hallowich) he found the accident to be in Archbald territory and they were dispatched.  2 victims were found at the wreck and they were out of the vehicle on their own.  Both were transported to area hospitals by 59-9 and 21-9.  The cause of the accident was most likely road conditions att the time.  No other services were needed on scene.

 PPL Nuclear Power Plant releases radiation………. 

October 6th, 2010, Rescue and Squad 59 were dispatched as part of the Lackawanna County Decon Team for a Power Plant drill.  Crews arrived at the Dunmore YMCA to set up a decontamination center for people who were coming from the Luzerne County area.  Crews set up technical decon and radiation monitoring.  The drill was evaluated by PEMA and PPL officials.  All crews worked well together to set up the decon area and look forward to doing some more training.

Lackawanna River exceeds its banks!
At approximately 2:45 AM on August 7 th the Lackawanna River exceeded its banks and has flooded a significant amount of area along its way."  This was the initial reports recieved by WWHC members on Saturday morning.  Thank god it was only a drill being conducted by the American Red Cross of Lackawanna County.

At appoximately 0800 hours we were alerted that our station would be used as the Emergency Operations Center for the Red Cross.  WWHC had minimal involvment with this drill because if it was a real incident we would already be out in the community conducting rescue operations.  Red Cross coordinated efforts with the Army Reserves, Lackawanna County EMA, and the other hose companies in Mayfield, Jermyn, and Carbondale.

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