2008 Fund Drive Friday, July 18, 2008 - The Media Fire Company would like to thank all of our past supporters. Without your support, we could not survive. If you are new in the neighborhood, the Fire Company welcomes you. For the residents of Media Borough and its surrounding communities, here are some of the services your 100% volunteer fire department can provide by calling "911": Fire Protection  Spill Clean-up Emergency Medical Assistance  Vehicle Rescue C O Monitoring  Animal Rescue Emergency Water Removal Smoke & CO Detector Assistance The fire company needs the support of the community morally and financially. So, if you see one of the firefighters, please thank them for a job well done, for they willingly give up a good night's sleep, their family dinner, gatherings and much more to help their community when an emergency occurs. Financially, the fire company needs your help. When you receive that fund drive letter, please don't throw it away. Please reach into your pockets and send a donation. Your Fire Company currently consists of 60 proud men and women. They have completed countless hours of training in the year 2007 and answered over 300 fire emergencies and 1,700 medical emergencies. Training consisted of Medical First Responders and Emergency Medical Technicians, Essentials of Firefighting, State and National Certifications and so much more, so that we can continue to give the best emergency service that the community deserves. If you would be interested in taking the challenge of becoming a firefighter or Emergency Medical Techncian, please call the fire department at 610-565-3738,

HOUSE FIRE - CHADDS FORD Saturday, March 22, 2008 - Saturday March 22nd 2008. RIT 23 were dispatched to a possible house fire on Kelly Drive, Chadds Ford at approximately 13:30 hours on Saturday. Media initially responded with Snorkel 23 and the assignment was quickly upgraded to a working job after police on the scene reported heavy fire through the roof. Snorkel 23 arrived on location and were put into service pulling shingles and fighting the fire at the rear of the property. Additional manpower was requested and tankers from 59, Chester county 24, 25, 36 and 53 were utilized for water supply. Rescue 23 arrived with additional manpower and RIT support. The fire was contained after approximately 40 minutes and caused significant damage to the roof. Other companies responding include 71, 66 and 52. Good work by all companies. Thanks go to Lima fire company for covering Media.

BEDROOM FIRE IN UPPER PROVIDENCE Wednesday, March 5, 2008 - Company 23 were dispatched to assist Company 73 for a bedroom fire at a residence on the 1000 block of 2nd Avenue, Upper Providence. Upon arrival Squrt 23 was ordered to assist in ventilation operations. Company 73 put a quick knock on the fire and began overhaul. Companies responding: Engine 73 and Quint 73 from Rose Tree, Squrt 23, 23-2, Rescue 23 and ambulance and Medic 23 from Media, Tower 44, RIT and Rescue 53 and ambulance and Medic 104-7D. Good work by all companies.

DRAGER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - The following Drager equipment is for sale by the Media Volunteer Fireman's Relief Association (6) Sentinel Pack Frames (6) Radios and chargers (1) Sentinel Command Board (5) PA-80 Pack Frames (1 is a frame only, no regulators on the others) (26) Air Boss Packs (6) Air Boss In-line Pass packs (3) A.L.E. Packs (1) Air Boss Frame only (35) 30 Minute Bottles (34) 45 Minute Bottles (4) 1 Hour Bottles At least 1 mask per pack with many extra ones. 1 Draeger Service Box with parts and reducers for ALE packs No warranty is offered or implied, all devices are for sale to any responsible agency subject to verification. All items are available for inspection at the Firehouse by appointment. Please contact Lou Bellace at 610-565-3737 to make an appointment. Purchaser responsible for all costs of shipping including packaging and permits. May be purchased as a lot or individually.

RIT RESPONSE TO CONCORDVILLE Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - During the weekly drill, ironically reviewing equipment required for Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) responses, Media Fire Company was dispatched to 194 Kirk Road, Concordville, as the RIT for a residential fire at an unoccupied dwelling. Upon arrival, company 23 quickly went into service, setting up ladders for fire fighters performing interior operations and preparing the relevant equipment for potential use. Company 59 had already knocked a large amount of the fire down when Snorkel 23 arrived and a few members from Media were put to work during overhaul operations. Good work by all companies.

ANOTHER NEW EMT !! Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - We would like to congratulate Fred Cordova on passing his EMT exam. He is now fully certified and on his way to becoming a crew chief for the fire company. Congratulations & Good Luck Fred !!

FORMER 23-2 IS NOW IN SERVICE AT THE AIRVILLE FIRE CO Friday, February 15, 2008 - Engine 23-2, a 1975 Pierce Oshkosh 1,500 GPM pumper was originally designed as a water supply engine. It was among the first engines in Delaware County capable of moving “big water” to the fireground. It saw service on multiple extra alarms throughout the County such as legendary incidents at the Lester Piano Factory, Springfield High School, Snowdens Department Store, 6th & Welsh and 8th and Welsh Chester City. With 5” LDH and 1,500 GPM pumps becoming standard in the 1990’s, the apparatus was modified several times to provide it with greater versatility as a back-up attack pumper. In August of 2007, after 32 years of active, loyal service to Media Borough and surrounding communities, the engine was donated to the Airville Volunteer Fire Company in York County, Pennsylvania. At Airville, an area with limited hydrant service, it will return to serving one of its original design functions as a water supply pumper where in many cases it will be providing water supply from draft. As a drafting engine, it has supplied over 2,200 GPM in an initial acceptance test. The apparatus has been designated as engine 55-3 and its original yellow paint job has been maintained.

MARTIN LUTHER KING SERVICE DAY Monday, January 21, 2008 - On Monday January 21, 2008, the fire company was pleased to host a contingent of Media Elementary School students that were performing community service as an element of the 13th annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King day of service. Although their initial plan was to wash fire apparatus, the 20 degree temperatures of the day prevented that from occurring. As an alternative, they provided diligent effort in sweeping out the apparatus bays and cleaning the stairways to the second floor meeting room facilities. They ended their day with a short fire safety education presentation by Chief Ed Gibson, III that concluded with a practice session of STOP-DROP

MEMBERS RECEIVE NEW CERTIFICATIONS Saturday, January 5, 2008 - Congratulations to Alicia Lombardozzi and Katie McCusker for their recent certifications as PA State EMT-Bs. We would also like to congratulate Ed DiRocco and John Haungs for successfully completing the American Red Cross Emergency Responder course.

4 NEW EMT'S Friday, August 24, 2007 - Congratulations to Chris McGough, Tom Stars, Pat Walls & Nick Skull. They are all newly certified EMT-B's and they are now in the process of becoming crew chiefs for Media EMS.

CONGRATULATIONS ALISON Saturday, July 14, 2007 - Congratulations Alison and Ray !! They were today married at Ridley Creek State Park and the reception was held back at the firehouse. A great time was had by everyone who attended.

APPARATUS PAGE UPDATED Monday, May 14, 2007 - Check out our apparatus page; we added new pictures of all our current apparatus.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHIEF Saturday, May 12, 2007 - Most of the company traveled south today to Cape May, NJ to attend the wedding of Fire Chief Ed Gibson III. Congratulations to Ed & Sharon, Best of Luck !!! (Pictures coming soon) Special thanks to the Newtown Square & Norwood Fire Companies for covering our local so we could attend this special event.

MVA IN MEDIA Tuesday, May 8, 2007 - This morning at 0919 hours Ambulance 23 was dispatched to E Baltimore Ave and Radnor Street for a Motor Vehicle Accident reported to be one overturned. Upon arrival of 23-7 they were advised by Fireboard that the Police were requesting the Fire Department for an unknown reason and were unsure if there was entrapment. The crew from 23-7 quickly determined there was no entrapment and the fire company was being requested for hazard control and fluids on the highway. After checking both vehicles involved it was determined that there were two injuries and a second ambulance was requested to the scene. At this time Squrt 23 arrived and started to handle the fluids on the highway. After further evaulating the patients it was determined that 23-7 would transport both patients to Riddle. Units on scene were 23-7, Squrt 23, M23.

BUILDING FIRE @ THE ROSE TREE INN Monday, May 7, 2007 - This morning at 09:11 Companies 73, 23, 41 for Ladder and Ambulance 41 and Ambulance 69 were dispatched to 1243 N Providence Road the Rose Tree Inn Restaurant for a Building Fire. While units were responding the Police went on location reporting a medium smoke condition in the building. Quint 73 went on location followed by Squrt 23 and found the source to be a grease pit. Two fans were set up to remove the smoke from the building. Once it was found that there was no fire the assignment was held to 73 and 23 and 41 and 69 were cancelled. Units on scene were Squrt 23, Quint 73 and 23-7