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Jan14
Feb0
Mar0
Apr0
May0
Jun0
Jul0
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0
Total14
 

Annual Member Appreciation Banquet

Saturday, January 28, 2012 18:30  Members were able to gather for a time of good fellowship and food during Shelly Fire Company's 2012 annual member appreciation banquet.  Members were able to gather in our social hall and share stories from the past year and look forward to the future of the company.  The officer's of Shelly Fire Company (RTFR) would like to thank each and everyone of our members for all of their hard work and dedication.  From hall rentals to bingo to fire calls and fire prevention, without all of you it would not be possible.  This years awards were as follows:

Life Members:  Rosemary Shannon & Robert Beck.

5 years:  Ted Schantzenbach, Phil Solomon, Tom Smith, & Robin Hungerbuhler

Most Fire Calls: Ted Schantzenbach               Most Fire Police Calls: Peter Graziano

Most Fire Calls as a Jr. FF: Thomas "TJ" Haelle

Gale Rupell Award - Johanna Ziegler        

Acknowledgment of Paramedic Accomplishment:  Charles Barker




Congratulations to all of the recipients of the awards!




     
From left to right:  President Peter Graziano, Johanna Ziegler, Chief Keith Schroy

From left to right: President Peter
      Graziano, Johanna Ziegler, Chief Keith
      Schroy

Back Row:  Assistant Chief Fred Coughenour, Captain Charles Barker, Lieutenant Eric Daniels, Fire Police Captian Peter Graziano, Deputy Chief Robert Heitz, Sr.   Seated:  QRS Administrator Bud Shearer, Chief Keith Schroy, Fire Police Lieutenant William Lauchner

Back Row: Assistant Chief Fred
      Coughenour, Captain Charles Barker,
      Lieutenant Eric Daniels, Fire Police
      Captian Peter Graziano, Deputy Chief
      Robert Heitz, Sr. Seated: QRS
      Administrator Bud Shearer, Chief Keith
      Schroy, Fire Police Lieutenant William
      Lauchner



 

Rescue runs fatal accident in Springfield Township

Saturday, January 28, 2012 0319  Rescue 56 was dispatched to 1035 RT 212 with Richlandtown Station 36 for a single vehicle accident with multiple entrapped.  Deputy 36 (Trovinger), Chief 36 (Fox), and Deputy 56 (Heitz).  Initial report from the Chief was that there was a single vehicle with heavy entrapment 2 patient still inside the vehicle. There was also extensive debris on the vehicle that would need to be removed.  Engine 36 was assigned to removal of the debris.  Deputy 56 assigned Rescue 56 to help with the removal of the debris and to prepare for a door pop and removal of the roof.  Rescue 18 was also added because of the heavy entrapment.  Rescue 56 arrived on scene and went to work and the extrication of the first patient was marked complete prior to Rescue 18 arrival.  This patient was air lifted to an area hospital.  Two other patients who were ejected were also transported by ground to area hospitals.  After an extended time the rescue was able to take up and return to service.  A great job to the crews from Station 36 and Rescue 56!

     
Photo Courtesy of 6abc.com

Photo Courtesy of 6abc.com

Photo Courtesy of 6abc.com

Photo Courtesy of 6abc.com



 

Accident in Township shuts down Rt 309 for hours

Monday, January 16, 2012 11:38  Crew from Station 56 were dispatched to Rt 309 and Pumping Station Rd for an Auto Extrication.  Deputy 56 (Heitz) arrived on scene and gave a report of 3 vehicles involved and heavy fluids leaking from them.  Rescue 56 hit the street quickly and was given the orders to use absorbent to stop the fluids from entering the storm drain.  Chemical 17 was dispatched for extra oil dry and to help contain the spill.  Crews were in service for about 3 hours and all fluids were contained and all 3 vehicles were secured by crews.  Also assisting on the call was Engine 56 for fire protection in case of any explosions. 




RTFR would like to thank all of the Fire Police from Stations 17,18,26,36,40,57, & 58 for their help during a busy midday rush.

     
Grants Auto Salvage picking up the Chevy

Grants Auto Salvage picking up the Chevy

Leaking Water Tank

Leaking Water Tank



 

Want to be part of a Community Team?

The fire service is in need of men and women in their community to volunteer their time performing various duties. Did you know that your local fire company is 100% volunteer? That includes the firefighters you see on the street, the office staff that manages the business aspects, and the dedicated members who raise funds to keep the firehouse running. Richland Township Fire & Rescue is located on Shelly Road near the intersection of Cherry Road and North Rt 309 and we need your help!
We are currently accepting applications for trained and non trained firefighters and QRS (Quick Response Service) Members. Firefighters will be trained in various aspects of firefighting and rescue skills through the Bucks County Training Center which is affiliated with the Bucks County Community College. Our QRS members are members who want to become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's) or are already certified and want to respond in our QRS truck to assist our local ambulance organizations.

We also need members who are willing to dedicate their time for fundraising events. Richland Township Fire & Rescue relies on fundraisers to help with our day to day expenses. Members who join for fundraising would become part of our valuable group of members who commit to making sure our fundraisers are successful so we can meet our monetary needs.

If any of these positions sound like the volunteer fire service may be for you, call Assistant Chief, Fred Coughenour at 267.227.2543

   


 

Congratulations to RTFR's Newest Paramedic!

Friday, January 13, 2012  Richland Township Fire & Rescue  would like to extend sincere congratulations to our newest National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic.  Captain Charlie Barker finished up his year long paramedic program Friday, January 13.  RTFR is happy and excited for Cpt Barker on his new adventures!  Congrats again Capt!

     



 

Planning an Event?

If you are in need of a Banquet hall look no further than the beautiful and spacious hall at RTFR. Our hall is equipped will full kitchen, Disco ball, large tables, Chairs, full bar,  and a PA system. Newly renovated this hall is affordable and attractive. For further information Contact RTFR at 215.536.8805.  You can also request your hall rental Online!  Just click the Hall Rental page on the left and side and then navigate to your event date.  Double click the date, fill out the short information form and our Hall Manager will get back to you in 3-5 business days.

   


 

Extrication Reported

Monday, January 9, 2012 22:25 Station 56 was dispatched to a single vehicle accident with entrapment and wire doewn.  Deputry 56 (R. Heitz) went en route and recieved that the patient was actually out of the vehicle and that the wires were not arching or sparking.  Rescue 56 arrives on scene moments later and secures the hazards.  Engine and Utility 56 arrived a few minutes after the rescue and assisted with the hazards.  All units were available with in the hour.

   


 

BREAKFAST TOMORROW!

Saturday, January 7, 2012   Looking for a great place to have breakfast this weekend?  Come to the station and help yourself to a hot homemade breakfast buffet!   Our station is in the swing of its breakfast season and now all we need is you!  Come on out enjoy our company and have a all you can eat breakfast buffet too!  Join us from 8AM-1PM and get yourself a homemade meal!

   


 

Merry Christmas to ALL!

Sunday, December 25, 2011  Christmas to us means a special occasion when we can express our sincere thanks to those whose friendship we cherish. 

From all of us at Richland Township Fire & Rescue may you have a wonderful, joyous time this Christmas.  May it be blessed and safe not only on Christmas but everyday.  



   


 

Lieutenant Ziegler gets a very Special Present!

Saturday, December 24, 2011 02:57  Very early this Christmas Eve morning Lieutenant Ziegler was blessed with a very special Christmas present!  She gave birth to the newest addition to her family Zechariah Martin Libor! Zechariah weighed in at 6lbs 14oz, 21.5 inches long.  Congratulations to Marty and Johanna on the birth of your son and to Emily on the birth of your little brother!



   


 
 
 

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