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FF's Complete Pump Ops. 1 APRIL 18 - This 16 hour training course provided the FF with an introduction to basic pump construction and theory as well as operating techniques. Emphasis is placed on getting water to the pump, getting water from the pump to the fire scene, and prevention of common mistakes in pump operations. Special thanks to Instructor Ward of Bucks County Public Safety Training Center and Dutch Springs for the use ... (Full Story & Photos)

Single Vehicle MVA on Route 33 MARCH 28 - On March 26, 2013 Fire 53 was dispatched at 1859 to a single vehicle MVA on Route 33 North at Mile 6. Initial dispatch reported one vehicle off the road into a tree. Reports from the scene indicated a single patient, self-extricated requiring EMS. 5351 (Chief Seip) responded to the scene and updated the location to mile 6.7 at the entrance ramp to Route 33 from Route 248. 17 EMS arrived and initiated ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tender assists with Multi-Unit Dwelling Fire FEBRUARY 17 - The HFCo.#1 was alerted at 0514 hrs., as part of the Tender Task Force, for Tender 5331 to assist F36(Plainfield Twsp.) for a Working Dwelling Fire. 5331 responded minutes later and shuttled water to the scene for fire attack purposes. In all, 5331 dumped 3x (10,500 gals) and was on scene for about 5 hours. Multiple fire and relief agencies from Northampton and Monroe Counties were on scene.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Prologis Parkway Vehicle Fire JANUARY 16 - The HFCo. was alerted at 16:51 hours for a Vehicle Fire on Prologis Parkway. 5351 (Chief Seip) arrived on scene shortly after dispatch with a vehicle fully involved and established 53 Command. Engine 5311 responded with staffing of 4. 5311 arrived on scene and crew stretched the front bumper line for extinguishment. Traffic Unit 5349 was assigned to Prologis Parkway and Route 248 for the road ... (Full Story & Photos)

Head on MVA on Newburg Rd JANUARY 14 - The HVFC.#1 was alerted at 2012hrs. for a MVA with unknown injuries. The incident was reported as a head on collision on Newburg Rd between 191 and Country Club Rd. 5353 (AC Hinkel) arrived on scene and established the 53 Command. 5353 confirmed the update of a Head on MVA and updated the location to Newburg Rd east of Gradwohl Switch Rd. 5341 responded with staffing of 7. 5341 arrived on scene, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Well Involved Van on Route 33 JANUARY 13 - The HFCo. was alerted at 16:59 hrs. for a vehicle fire on Route 33 southbound at mile marker 6.6. Engine 5311 responded with staffing of 5. NC911 updated the call to a well-involved vehicle fire. 5353 (AC Hinkel) arrived on scene, confirming the info. and Established 53 Command. 5311 arrived on scene, crew deployed the bumper line and extinguished the fire. Tender 5331 staged at Route 33 and ... (Full Story & Photos)

2012 Santa Toy Run DECEMBER 17 - On Saturday December 15, the members of the Hecktown Vol. Fire Co. conducted their annual Santa Toy Run delivering over 150 gifts to 65 houses in the township. Parents delivered the presents to the station during the month of December, which included a $10 donation to the fire company. The fire company then proceeded for 3 hours throughout the township delivering the presents to the eagerly awaiting ... (Full Story & Photos)

2012 Fire Prevention Week OCTOBER 12 - On October 11, members of the HFCo.#1 promoted fire prevention month with a visit to Lower Nazareth Elementary School and the Nazareth Day Care. The firefighters spoke about fire safety, car safety, and general safety while promoting good habits of study and education. The students were finally given tours of Engine 5311 and Rescue 5341, which was the highlight of the day. The younger students ... (Full Story & Photos)