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| Building Fire - Ellendale Street and North Main Street |
26th June 2009
The BAVFC and the Abingdon VFC ( 2nd truck: T431) were alerted at 20:58 hrs for building fire at 13 East Ellendale Street at the corner of North Main Street.. E311 & Chf 3 responded on dispatch and arrived at 20:59 hrs to find a power line had burned at top of its' pole and dropped to ground next to building. Side “D” of the building’s wall received radiant heat damage just as BGE cut power to the line. Firefighters opened wall, extinguished areas around the ground & wall, and check the interior for any extension. Last unit cleared at 2211 hrs
Units at scene arrival order: E311,Chf 3, T331, E312, E313, T431, E315, E1311, BAPD, BGE Command: Dep Chf 3 (Panowitz)
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| BAVFC Board Member Recieves Honor |
22nd June 2009
This news release is courtesy of the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office.
The Board of Directors, Officers and Members extend their congratulations to Vice President Selvage on this honor.
BEL AIR, Maryland (June 3, 2009) – Deputy Fire Marshal II Michael Selvage has been honored as the Northeast Region’s Deputy Fire Marshal of the Year for 2008. Deputy State Fire Marshal Michael Selvage was recognized for this high honor based on his dedication and commitment to the mission of the State Fire Marshal’s Office and the citizens of the great state of Maryland.
In 2008 Deputy Fire Marshal II Selvage conducted fifty-one origin and cause investigations. Of his fifty-one investigations, twenty-four were determined to be criminal in nature. DFM II Selvage closed 8 of those investigations by arrests resulting in a closure rate of 17% which is above the national average. Along with performing investigations DFM II Selvage conducted a total of fifteen fire safety inspections of various occupancy classifications.
When DFM II Selvage is not working for the agency he volunteers his time by serving as a member of the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company and he is active in community affairs.
As a regional award winner, Deputy State Fire Marshal II Michael Selvage will be nominated for recognition as the statewide Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year for the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The agency-wide award will be presented at the Maryland State Firemen’s Association Convention and Conference which will be held this month in Ocean City, Maryland.
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| Conowingo Road - 10-50PI |
17th June 2009
The 900 blk of Conowingo Road just north of the Bel Air town limits was the scene of this early morning single vehicle accident. Due to the severity of the property damage this busy traffic corridor was closed until the early evening. In addition power supply to several hundred homes was shut off for several hours in the late afternoon as utility repair was completed.
Photos Courtesy: BAVFC (Photo/audio/video files may not be reproduced or removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
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| Fallston House Fire - Crestview Drive |
17th June 2009
The following release is courtesy Asst. Chief Dave Williams, Fallston VFAC.
Photos Courtesy: BAVFC (Photo/video/audio files may not be reproduced or removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
Shortly after midnight on June 17, while many members of the company were at the MSFA Convention in O.C., Harford County 911 received a call reporting a dwelling fire in the 2500 block of Crestview Drive in Fallston. Initial reports from the caller indicated a basement fire with heavy smoke in the residence. The caller also stated that he was still trying to get his family members out of the dwelling. Harford County Fire Dispatch upgraded the assignment to a Fire/Rescue Box bringing units from Fallston (Co. 13), Bel Air (Co. 3), and Jarrettsville (Co. 7) Volunteer Fire Companies in Harford County along with units from Kingsville (Sta. 48) and Jacksonville (Sta. 47) Volunteer Fire Companies in Baltimore County to the scene. First arriving Engine 1311 reported smoke showing from a 1.5 story wood frame dwelling. Initial survey of the scene determined that there was fire showing from the basement window in the Bravo/Charlie corner. All residents were determined to be out of the structure and accounted for at this time. The crew from Engine 1311 advanced a 1.75” hoseline through the front door (side Alpha, Division 1) of the dwelling and proceeded to the basement via the interior stairway and was able to begin extinguishing the fire which had extended into the ceiling of the basement. As additional units arrived, crews from Bel Air, Jarrettsville, and Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Companies stretched back-up hoselines, performed ventilation, and checked for fire extension. Kingsville VFC Tanker Truck 488 insured that an adequate additional water supply was available if needed. The fire was contained within 20 minutes by the crews initially dispatched.
During the course of the fire attack both members of E.1311's attack crew suffered injuries requiring transport to area hospitals. One member was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview for evaluation and treatment of a respiratory problem. He was released later in the day. The other firefighter was transported to Upper Chesapeake Medical Center for treatment of a knee injury. He was also released a few hours later.
An investigator from the Office of the State Fire Marshal responded to determine the cause and origin of the fire. Results of his investigation along with estimates of the damage were not immediately available.
Units Responding: E. 1311, 314, 711, 712, 713, BCo473
Trucks 1331, 331 Tankers 1321, BCo488
S.U. 1381, 781 Medics 1392, 791, 392
Air 361 Rehab 388
FM 42 Chief 3
BGE Harford County Disaster Assistance
Transfers: E. 412 (Abingdon VFC) to Co. 13
E. 112 (Level VFC) to Co. 13
E. 1013 (Norrisville VFC) to Co. 7
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| Southampton Road MVA |
15th June 2009
This lucky driver only suffered minor injuries as his vehicle was struck by this falling tree limb on Southhampton Road off of Moores Mill Road.
Units: R351, A391, B341
Photos Courtesy: Bill Wynne, BAVFC (Photo/video/audio files may not be reproduced or removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
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| MVA Rescue on Route 1 |
14th June 2009
At 18:25hrs the BAVFC was alerted for a MVA w/rescue in the 2300blk of Conowingo Road. Upon arrival firefighters had to remove the door and roof to faciliate extrication.
Units on Scene: R351, E314, E312, P393, P391
Photos Courtesy: BAVFC (Photo/video/audio files may not be reproduced or removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
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| Thunderstorm Activity |
9th June 2009
During the late afternoon hours of June 9th a strong line of thunderstorms pass through Harford County creating close to 30 incidents spanning a two hour time period. For the BAVFC a total of 13 incidents were handled between 1711 hrs to 1843 hrs, seven of which were full box assignments that included the following:
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815 Sherrill Drive
Fire Box 609
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1E to scene and 1E to fill-in Co.6 |
Working Fire |
| 1357 W Jarrettsville Rd Fire Box 705 |
3 engines to scene |
Working Fire |
| 806 Benjamin Rd |
2E & Trk to scene |
Lightning strike investigation / destroyed chimney |
| 703 Ennis Way |
3E & Trk at scene |
Lightning strike investigation |
| 1606 Lynndale Ct |
4E at scene |
Working Fire |
| 100 Heighe St |
3E & Trk to scene |
Smoke from roof - good intent call |
| 1605 Lynndale Ct |
2E at scene |
Lightning strike investigation / destroyed chimney |
The BAVFC also responded to six other single unit responses during this time. A total of 74 personnel staffed the equipment and the two stations during this time.
A special thanks goes out to: Co.1, Co.2, Co.4, Co.5, Co.8, Co.13, APG Sta.12, and Balt Co Sta.48 for assisting us on many of these calls.
1606 Lynndale Court-Parsons Ridge
Alerted at 18:16 hrs R351 arrived first at 1823 hrs with smoke showing from a two story single family colonial. Using two handlines the fire was placed under control at 18:52hr containing damage to the basement, stairwell, and 1st floor wall space. Units were held for several additional hours for overhaul. The cause was determined to be from a lightning strike that entered dwelling and started a fire in the walls & ceiling. Damage is estimated at approximately $35,000 damage.
Units assigned to this call: R351, E411, E315, E481, E311, E312, T1231, P393, BGE Gas, BGE Electric. Command: Chief 3 (Snyder)
1605 Lynndale Court (across the street from working fire)
This house took a direct lightning strike. The large chimney was destroyed and bricks were sent flying during the strike. House suffered approx $8,500 damage.
Units assigned to this incident: E311, E113, T1231, BGE Gas, HarCo Building Inspector
305 Bodington Court
On the next street over, a resident approached the scene of the Lynndale incidents and advised his house had smoke in it.
E213 was assigned to this call. It was believed this house received a power surge from the nearby lightning strike with the only noticeable damage was to a TV set.
1357 W Jarrettsville Road
A 2-story detached garage was well involved on Company 7’s arrival. The 2nd story used to store hay/straw. E313 laid approximately 1000ft of 5" from draft site to driveway as other engines dumped tank water. E313 & E312 assisted in extinguishment and overhaul.
Photos Courtesy: BAVFC (Photo/video/audio files may not be reproduced/removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
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| Dwelling Fire - Asbury Road |
23rd May 2009
At 16:08:48hrs the Level and Bel Air VFC’s were dispatched to 209 Asbury Road (Box 122) for a reported dwelling fire. The caller advised a fan in her attic above the garage had caught fire. Engine 112 arrived first, confirming a working fire. Crews were directed into the attic and also to the roof to gain a hold on the fire as additional apparatus from Bel Air and Aberdeen were called to the scene to assist. The fire was knocked at 16:26:05hrs as units on the scene were held for salvage and overhaul.
Photos Courtesy: Matt Hipley, BAVFC
Units on Scene: E113, E122, E111, P191, E315, K121, E312, S181, U199
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| EMS Week - 2009 |
15th May 2009
“A proud partner in your community” is the slogan for EMS Week 2009 which will be observed across the United States from May 17th until May 23rd. It is a time to celebrate and honor those who help make the emergency medical services you receive run smoothly and efficiently; ensuring you receive priority care.
This year the Bel Air VFC has a week of scheduled events planned at local schools and assisted living facilities; where EMT’s and paramedics will discuss issues that directly affect the young and the elderly, such as bike safety, proper medication administration, and safety in the home.
The culmination of EMS Week celebration will jump one week, due to the Memorial Day weekend, to May 30th where the BAVFC will host an EMS Open House from noon until 2pm at the main fire station located at 109 South Hickory Avenue (across from the parking garage in Bel Air). The theme of the open house will be a “Teddy Bear Clinic” where children can bring their favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the fire station for a “check up” by the EMT’s and paramedics. This gives children the opportunity to become familiar with what to expect if they need to ride in an ambulance or an ambulance comes to their house. This also gives them a chance to see, touch and ask questions about all the equipment on the ambulance. Remember, parking is free at the town garage and the BAVFC auxiliary will be on site serving refreshments.
For further information you may call the Bel Air VFC at 410-638-4400 or 410-638-4401 or visit the website dedicated to EMS Week at www.emsweek.org
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| Plumtree Road Rescue |
6th May 2009
A two car MVA at the intersection of the Emmorton Bypass (RT 24) and Plumtree Road sent one patient to UCMC and the other other Bayview Trauma. One vehicle required a door pop to faciliated patient access and removal.
Units at scene: CH 3, P393, R351, E312, P392 Command: CH 3 (Snyder)
Photos Courtesy: BAVFC (Photo/video/audio files may not be copied or removed without the express consent of the BAVFC)
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| 2 Alarm Townhouse Fire - Box 826 |
6th May 2009
Firefighters from Joppa-Magnolia, Abingdon, APG-Edgewood, and Baltimore County Kingsville were dispatched at 19:38hrs for a reported apartment fire on Judy Way off of Pulaski Highway (Route 40). First arriving units from Joppa confirmed a well involved middle of the group townhouse. A working fire dispatch was sounded at 19:42hrs followed by a second alarm request by command at 19:47hrs.
The BAVFC sent a total of 3 engines, air cascade, and auxiliary to the scene. Engine 712 filled in at Co. 3. Engine 315’s crew worked in assisting with extinguishment of the basement area. One firefighter was injured in the fire, suffering burns to his face. The cause is under investigation by the MSFMO.
Photos Courtesy: Joppa Magnolia VFC
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