1-17-12
Congratulations to firefighter Matt Gallagher who was officially sworn in this evening as the newest career firefighter at the Norristown Fire Dept. We here at Good Will wish you a long and successful career.
1-6-12
The department, along with Ladder 27 (fairmount) and Pipeline 49 (swedesburg), responded to a reported building fire at 1150 DeKalb Street just before 3:3o this afternoon. Bridgeport "5" arrived on location with smoke showing, prompting the dispatch of Engine 47-2 (king of prussia) as the FAST team. Arriving crews encountered a dryer fire with minor extension. The fire was quickly extinguished and the assignment scaled backed to units on the scene. Ventilation and minor overhaul were performed. Crews went available around 4:00pm.
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1-4-12
Just before 8:00pm, Engine 32 was dispatched for the stand by at Station 27-D (fairmount) while the Norristown Fire Dept. battled a fire on the 600 block of George Street. The Engine was released and returned at 1:00am.
1-4-12
Engine 32 was dispatched just before 5:00am this morning to assist Station 47 (king of prussia) at a dwelling fire on Springhouse Road. Upon arrival, the Engine's crew assisted with overhaul and extinguishing hotspots. The Engine remained on scene for just over two hours before clearing. Upon returning to station, the Engine was dispatched for another reported dwelling fire on Keebler Road. The assignment was recalled during the Engine's response.
1-4-12
Just before 2:00am, Stations 31 and 32 responded to a reported building fire at Wawa. Initial reports were an odor of electrical burning inside. Bridgeport "5" reported a possible problem with the heating units and ordered the Engine's crew to the roof to check the units. No problems were found and the department was made available.