This afternoon several severe storm cells began pouring rain into the York area causing rapidly rising water levels and flooding roadways. Many water rescue incidents were dispatched in the York Metro area from people being caught in the water. Several building collapse … [Read more...]
At 2:01pm Shrewsbury Volunteers and Rose EMS were dispatched for a reported accident with injuries on Interstate 83 NB at milemarker 2. Rescue 61 responded and while enroute was advised a single vehicle possibly struck by a tractor trailer and pushed into a guardrail just prior … [Read more...]
WOW............ where to start. As members are still recovering from another week of carnival The Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company wishes to say THANK YOU to all who came out and make our Fireman's Carnival a huge success. You wouldn't believe the man-hours put in by our … [Read more...]
At 11:23pm Shrewsbury Volunteers were dispatched to assist Baltimore County Engine 60 (Parkton) with a reported heavy rescue on Interstate 83 Southbound near Middletown Road. A heavy rescue assignment was sent which calls for engines, 2 heavy rescues, ladder truck and EMS … [Read more...]
At 5:36pm Shrewsbury Volunteers were dispatched along with a first alarm assignment to assist Rose Fire Company with a reported structure fire in Forrest Lakes. Engine 61-2 responded to assist. Enroute units from Rose Fire Co. advised they had a working structure fire. Engine … [Read more...]
At 2:16pm Shrewsbury Volunteers were dispatched to assist the Maryland Line Fire Company with a reported vehicle accident with heavy entrapment. Reports are a passenger vehicle was broadsided by a large dump truck. Rescue 61 responded and enroute was advised by Baltimore County … [Read more...]
At 5:03pm Chief 61 (Myers) was contacted by York County 911 and advised there are people trying to rescue 6 ducklings out of a storm water grate on Mt. Airy Rd in Shrewsbury Borough. Southern Regional Police are enroute and it was asked if the fire company can assist. Chief 61 … [Read more...]
At 2:06pm Shrewsbury Volunteers was dispatched to assist Eureka Volunteer Fire Company with a reported accident with injuries vehicle into a structure in Hopewell Township. Rescue 61 responded and enroute was updated a single vehicle reportedly drove through windows into a … [Read more...]
It's obvious.... summer has arrived. It is that time of year again to enjoy sunny days, good times and vacations. Here are a few things to keep in mind while you are basking in the heat. Hydration: It is vital you hydrate continuously while you work and play. Our bodies … [Read more...]
At 02:00 hours Shrewsbury Volunteers along with an engine and ambulance from Rose Fire Co. were dispatched to a reported accident with injuries on North Main Street in Shrewsbury Borough. It was reported at dispatch a single patient was trapped and unconscious. Chief 61 (Myers) … [Read more...]
Shrewsbury Township officials have announced road renovation plans for Mt Airy Road from East Forrest Avenue to Tolna Road. This project will begin on June 5th and last to approximately August 15th. Mt Airy Road will have travel restrictions however traffic can go to the … [Read more...]
Today was a busy day for Shrewsbury Volunteers. It started at 09:55 with a medical assist. Car 61 responded and assisted an elderly female patient who had fallen. Personnel only needed to help the patient off the floor. The incoming ambulance was placed in service since the … [Read more...]
At 10:06 Shrewsbury Volunteers along with EMS units were dispatched for a reported accident with injuries on Interstate 83 NB at Milemarker 3. Rescue 61, Engine 61-1 and Utility 61 responded. On arrival multiple injuries were confirmed including a Pennsylvania State Police … [Read more...]
At 5:44pm Wednesday night Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Co was dispatched to assist units on location of a working structure fire in Baltimore County Maryland. Rescue 61 responded and on arrival was told to assist crews working inside. Personnel assisted in opening ceilings and … [Read more...]
Shrewsbury Volunteers recently participated in two events dedicated to the public we serve. One event was the annual Truck Zoo sponsored at the Paul Smith Public Library in Shrewsbury. The Truck Zoo displays many different types of vehicles for the public and especially the kids … [Read more...]
