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| "CPR PARTY" |
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8/23/2008 |
Today, Llanerch resident Julie Millay (also the wife of Asst. Chief Chris Millay) hosted a "CPR Party" at her house for 4 of her friends. LFC EMS Captain Jon Serbin taught the class. The five ladies spent the afternoon snacking on hors d'oeuvres and beverages while learning how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants, the Heimlich Maneuver, and the use and operation of an automatic external defibrillator (AED). According to the American Heart Association (AHA), more than 166,000 people die of cardiac arrest each year. Less than 1/3 of them receive CPR, which can triple their chance of survival. The party-goers had to perform the skills they learned on rescue dummies and take a written test; all passed with flying colors! If you or someone you know would be interested in hosting a CPR Party, feel free to call the Llanerch Fire Company (610-446-9870) Ask for Captain Jon Serbin, or leave a message. This is one party that could save a life!
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| PASSING of JAMES N. GIAFES |
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8/21/2008 |
The Llanerch Fire Company regrets to announce the passing of former EMS member Jim Giafes. Jim was a state certified EMT who was active on the Llanerch Ambulance until 2002. Once no longer able to actively run, Jim remained on as a member making occasional visits to the fire house to keep in touch with the crew. The Officers, Board and Crew would like to express our condolences to Jim's family as we keep them in our thoughts and prayers. |
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| GOOD LUCK TONY K.! |
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8/18/2008 |
On Monday, August 18th, members of the Llanerch Fire Company gathered to say "Goodbye and Good Luck" to Fire Fighter Tony Kuklis. Tony has been a dedicated member since August, 2006 and has been hired as a career fire fighter in James City County, VA. On September 2nd, he will begin his new career and shortly thereafter will begin vigorous training at the fire academy followed by EMT-Intermediate training. Tony's new department consists of 5 stations throughout the county that respond to over 8,300 calls for assistance, between fires, rescues, EMS, and specialized responses, so he is expecting to be extremely busy. The Llanerch Fire Company is truly sorry to see him go, but we wish him luck with his new career and look forward to seeing him when he is home to visit. (Story S. Abel)
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| BEEF & BEER |
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5/17/2008 |
Keep this date open! We will be having a Beef & Beer at PJ Henry's on Haverford Road, to benefit the Llanerch Fire Company Crew Association on Saturday, 5/17 from 7 pm - 11 pm. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Food, music, and domestic beer included in the ticket price. For tickets, contact the firehouse (610-446-9870) Come out and support a great cause!
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| FIRE at the FALCON CENTER |
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4/17/2008 |
At approximately 16:42 hours, Station 34 along with Stations 35,56,58, and 38 for the RIT responded to the Falcon Center for the report of a structure fire. FM-1 (Marino) arrived on location and confirmed a 2 story office building with fire showing from the exterior of the courthouse side of the structure. Crews from Engine 34 arrived on location set up a water supply and advanced a primary hose line to the building and checked for extension while crews from Ladder 35 set up a hose line on the exterior of the building. Crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire which started in the flower bed outside and only damaged the exterior of the property. All crews on scene completed salvage and overhaul and cleared the scene within an hour. (Story: Mike Pleasants)
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| TOWNSHIP DRILL |
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3/31/2008 |
Tonight, all 5 stations of the HTBF took part in a township-wide drill. This drill was utilized as a needs and assessment tool to evaluate our training. It also gave us the chance to become more familiar working with members of the other HTBF stations. EMS was on standby with 34-7A and 34-8 to ensure the well being of all participants through rehab. Three evolutions were performed and a written critique and evaluation was compiled. Thank you to the HTBF Training Committee and Bureau of Fire for making this drill possible. We hope to have more such drills in the future. (Photos: Brian Feeney)
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| EASTER PLANT SALE |
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3/21/2008 |
Today is the start of the annual LFC Easter Plant Sale. The times are Good Friday, 3/21 12-6, Saturday, 3/22 7-5, and Easter Sunday, 3/23 7-3. We have mums, tulips, azaleas, primrose, and hyacinths ranging in price from $4.25- $7.50. Come out and support the LFC Crew! Have a Happy Easter and we look forward to seeing you!
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| VRT TECHNICIAN CLASS |
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3/16/2008 |
Today, members of the LFC joined other members of the HTBF in the Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician Level class. This class is the third and final part of the PA Dept. of Health Vehicle Rescue Technician certification. The certification consists of (3) 16 hour classes (Awareness, Operations, Technician). The Technician level allows members to utilize hydraulic tools while performing vehicle rescues. Class concludes with a practical test followed by a written examination. The LFC now has the unique distinction of having (6) female members (5 in current class) to be VRT certified. You go girls! Special thanks to Instructors Rich Bossert and John Townsend from the Bucks County Fire Academy.
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| DAYLIGHT SAVINGS |
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3/9/2008 |
The members of the LFC want to remind everyone to change their batteries when they change their clocks. Additionally, if your smoke detector is more than 10 years old, you should change the entire unit. Residents living in the LFC district are entitled to up to (3) free smoke detectors. Call the station if you need smoke detectors or need your battteries changed!
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| JOSEPH KELLY (1940-2008) |
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3/3/2008 |
The LFC regrets to announce the passing of Board of Director Joseph Kelly. Joe passed away today after suffering a stroke on Saturday. Joe was a life member of the LFC. He was a Board of Director and most recently sat on the Recruitment and Retention and Government Relations Committees. Joe served Haverford Township as the Commissioner of the 2nd Ward from 1972-2005.
Viewing
Thursday, March 6th
Time: 6:30
Location: Donahue’s Funeral Home
WCP & Lynn Blvd., Upper Darby
Funeral Mass
Friday, March 7th
Time: 11:00
Place: Sacred Heart Church
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe's family and friends.
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| BUSY DAY FOR 34 HOUSE |
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3/02/2008 |
Today proved to be a busy day for the members of the LFC. Crews were getting ready to take part in an Emergency Vehicle Operators' Course (EVOC) when we were dispatched to the area of Township Line & Meadowbrook Rd. for a vehicle accident. Shortly after the medics and ambulance arrived on location, the call was upgraded to a vehicle accident with entrapment. This brought in 34 for the Engine Companies and 56 (Manoa) for the Rescue. Crews from E34, TS34, and R56 worked together flawlessly to remove the 2 trapped victims. 2 patients were flown via PennStar to the Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) while the other was transpoted by ground. After we cleared the accident, members returned to class. The LFC was dispatched to 4 more calls throughout the day and the ambulance kept busy as well.
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