At approx 14:45, Swatara twp units along with company 46, Tanker 47, and Engine 47-1 were dispatched to assist  Company 45 at  a working  structure  fire at 8820 Bridge Road.  A storage facility on the property of Murphy's Home Center was engulfed in flames.  Truck 46 went into truck operations as soon as they arrived.  E-45 crew went to work with the 46 crew as engine 46 secured a water supply. Truck 456 & Tanker 47 went into operation to protect the exposure of the main store/bldg of Murphy's Home Center.

Once it was confirmed that there was exposure damage to 3 additional bldgs nearby a 2nd alarm was hit.  Due to the amount of apparatus on the scene 322 westbound was closed down from the Hummelstown exit to Chambershill road.  after the initial knock down foam (caf) was applied to the rubble.  The bldg supply store sustained some damage to the main bldg. a home next to the storage bldg sustained major damage, and a 3rd structure sustained cosmetic damage. (melted siding). 

Units on the scene:  E-44,45,46,48-1,33,59,47-1,  T-46,456,48, Tanker-47, A-41 S-45,44, U-45,56, Canteen 29, R-44,49,40  FM-1, Chief 91, PSP FM

Command: Chief 45, 

 (more pics to follow)

Today the boyz loaded up the rigs and headed to Linglestown to participate in the Annual Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association Convention Parade.  The weather was alittle warm but everyone who attended had a great time.   Thanx to the Linglestown Fire Company for hosting a successful convention.  Congratulations to everyone who brought home awards..!!

Tonite crews went to a new section of town to practice hose advancement, water flow, and foam operations

The ALF. is now complete.!  The Bell for the Front Bumper was returned on Thurday May 28th.   It was immediatly put on the Squad..Thanx to Librandi's for an excellant job.!!

At 11:00 hrs this morning, Company 45 participated in the Annual Memorial Day Services held at the Veteran's Circle in Rutherford.

The services went off without incident.  Unfortunately as we were sitting down to a nice meal, Box 45-4 was tapped out for a dryer fire.  Crews were only out for a few minutes and returned to the VFW for their complimentary meal.  Thank you to all those, and their families who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Today the boyz from company 45 loaded up the vehicles and spent the morning at the burn bldg on Three Mile Island.  Company 45 extended an invitation to Nashville Fire Co. of York County to come along.  The day was spent doing 1st floor and basement fire scenerios.  Thanks to the Crew from Nashville, the day was pleasant and informative.  We look forward to more trainings together.

This Morning Engine 45 was dispatched for manpower to assist company 44 & Rescue 40 at an Accident with confinement.  The engine crew assisted with removing the patient from the vehicle while it was up an embankment.  Once the patient was on the road surface, he refused any treatment. 

Command: Chief 44-1

Units: Rescue 44, Rescue 40, Engine 45, Squad 44

On Monday April 27th Adalyn Hurst was born  (daughter of FF Josh Hurst) Both mother and daughter are home doing well.

D.O.B. 4-27-09 @ 12:02 p.m.  6 lbs, 10 oz. 19 3/4" long

Late this Afternoon the Engine was dispatched to assist company 33 at the Harrisburg Bible Chapel on Union Deposit road for smoke in a structure. Chief 33 ( Shields ) arrived to find heavy smoke condition from the A /B corner. Truck 33 arrived and positioned on side C and Engine 34 secured a water supply.  Once the Fire was located the Engine Crew was placed into service.  Approx an hour after returning, the engine crew returned to the scene to assist with overhaul, after fire was found  behind duct work in the ceiling of the sanctuary. The Chief assisted with manpower and set up rotating crews to pull the ceiling, duct work, and burning debris.  The crew returned to station at approx 00:30

Command: Chief 33

Units on Scene: R35,E33,34,35,45,32, 31, Trk 33, Air 35,

At approx 17:00 hrs Company 45 & Rescue 44 were dispatched to the Hbg Wal-mart for an Accident with injuries in the parking lot.

Upon arrival of the Squad, crews found an elderly woman had hit 4 parked cars in row ten (10) of the lot.  With no entrapment, and EMS on the scene, the Rescue was placed into service.  The Eng & Sqd crew secured the scene and helped with patient care before returning to service.

Units on Location: Sq 45, E 45, BLS, 50-1, 5

Command: Chief 45

Rutherford Fire will be having a Chicken Barbecue on Saturday May 9th  The barbecue will be held to benefit both the fire company and the East High Soccer.   Dinners will be served from around 10 a.m. until sold out (usually around 12:30)  Come early so you dont miss out.

Tonite the Engine (8 on board) responded to assist company 456 with a reported deck fire.  Upon arrival of Lt 456-1 it was reported to be almost extinguished.  The engine crew assisted the 456 crew with overhaul & hot spots while the Chief snapped a few pics for the FM.

At approx 18:50 Engine 45 was dispatched to assist Company 40 with possible structure fire on the 100 blk of Paxtang Ave.  Upon arrival of chief 40 it was confirmed to be a working fire.  Command gave assignments to incoming units.  Engine 40 & Rescue 44 crews made an initial attack, while Tower 1 went into operation on Side A.   Engine 45 & Truck 32 arrived at the same time, and set up operations on Side D. While the Engine driver set up water supply to Trk 32, the rest of the engine crew went to work in Division 2 & 3 with Fire Suppression and Salvage. Engine 45 also supplied 2 hand lines into the structure for suppression.

Crews remained on the scene for approx 4 hrs.

Units: Engine 40,44,45,30,33,35,37-1, Truck: 32, Tower 1, Rescue: 40,44,50,88         Air: 41,  Squad: 44, 45

Tonite the members of Rutherford & Lawnton Fire Companies gathered for their Annual Firefighter Appreciation Dinner.  This years event was held at the St. Lawrence Club in Steelton. The members of both companies would like to thank The Club and the Spandler family for being our gracious hosts, and providing an OUTSTANDING buffet dinner.

The evening was started off with a surpise visit from the Lochiel Emerald Society as they played for the guests for approx 20 minutes before dinner.

After dinner awards were presented by both companies for various achievements. (see Lawnton Fire for their presentations)

Rutherford Fire 2008 Firefighter of the Year:  Rob Hall

Rutherford Fire 2008 Most Improved Firefighter:  Gabe Puhak.                       

Both the Rutherford & Lawnton Fire companies also recognized Past Chiefs and presented them with a small token of our appreciation.

Thank You to everyone who attended and those who helped to coordinate the event