While Chief 5 and Special Unit 5 were on a previous pole fire, a resident returned home to find an apartment filled with smoke and detectors alerting. Resident approached the
South (Career Staff) assisted Chief 8 and the Game Commission with a unique rescue this morning. Ladder 5 was requested to assist the Game Commission with a safe rescue of
South’s fire crew had just returned from a small but potentially dangerous fire inside an apartment building. The fire was contained to the object of origin, thanks to the quick thinking of a resident and the alert from smoke detectors. Ventilation was necessary for the residence, and maintenance is now fixing the problem.
Firefighters from South Williamsport responded to an emergency call earlier today involving a large tree that had fallen, bringing down multiple utility lines. Upon arrival at the scene, units discovered the tree had completely snapped at its base, pulling down several power, cable, and telephone lines in the process.
The South Williamsport Fire Department’s Rescue 5 unit has returned after responding to a second alarm structure fire in the City of Williamsport. Acting as the Rapid Intervention Team, Rescue 5 played a critical role in ensuring firefighter safety during the incident.
Early this morning, crews from the South Williamsport Fire Department were dispatched to a reported accident involving a vehicle entrapment in Loyalsock. The Rescue unit, staffed by paid personnel, and an Engine with four crew members responded to the scene.
Yesterday, the South Williamsport Fire Department was called to assist at the scene of a bus accident with possible entrapment in Loyalsock. Responding units included the Rescue and Special Unit, accompanied by a total of eight personnel.
Last night, units from the South Williamsport Fire Department were dispatched following reports of an audible alarm in the borough. Upon arrival, firefighters made entry into the home through a second-floor window, where they encountered excessive smoke.
South Williamsport firefighters have just returned after assisting the Hepburnville Fire Department in battling a garage fire. The team from South Williamsport played a crucial role, setting up a ladder to the roof as a precautionary measure to potentially pull back roofing if needed.
Early this morning, at approximately 2:48 AM, emergency units were dispatched to a reported structure fire on the 400 block of Charlotte Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy flames on the alpha side of the building.
Several members are currently enhancing their skills during the MAMA weekend training sessions, but our commitment to safeguarding the borough remains unwavering.
