At 4:30 am, Skippack Fire Company was dispatched as the Rapid Intervention Team to a barn fire at County Line Nursery. Ladder 86 was also dispatched to assist with fire suppression efforts.

Soon after arrival, the crew from Squad 86 was assigned to extinguish small structure fires and spot fires in the area. After supporting cleanup operations, all crews were released at approximately 6:00 am.

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Worcester Volunteer Fire Department 83 and Worcester Township invited local firefighters to participate in a training exercise using an acquired structure. During the exercise, crews practiced truck company operations such as deploying ladders, performing victim searches, and managing a simulated Mayday scenario. Buildings like these offer valuable opportunities for firefighters to train in realistic ... (Full Story & Photos)

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On Sunday evening, Skippack firefighters were dispatched as the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) to a fire in a large abandoned structure in Collegeville. Due to the size of the building, personnel divided into two rescue teams, prepared to assist any firefighters in need. Once the fire was brought under control and RIT operations concluded, crews assisted with ventilating the building and ensuring there ... (Full Story & Photos)

As Skippack Fire Company began its weekly training session, firefighters were dispatched to a greenhouse fire on Main Street. Crews assisted with overhaul operations and scene cleanup, and were released after a short period.... (Full Story & Photos)