As a storm moved into Skippack, firefighters responded to four separate fire calls. The first two calls occurred simultaneously at 8:45 pm—a reported electrical fire on overhead wires and an automatic fire alarm. After resolving both incidents, crews rinsed off their trucks and began returning home.

They were soon dispatched to a building fire in Lower Salford at approximately 9:30 pm, reportedly ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 9:30 a.m. on July 4, Skippack firefighters were dispatched to a house fire in Perkiomen. The first crews to arrive found the rear of the home and garage heavily involved in fire. The crew from Squad 86 assisted with interior fire suppression efforts and the crew from Ladder 86 assisted with overhaul operations.
High temperatures during the incident required additional personnel so ... (Full Story & Photos)

As we celebrate the birth of our nation on this 250th anniversary year of the United States, we’re proud to have provided emergency service to Skippack for more than half of that.

Since 1899, generations of volunteers have answered the call — protecting lives, property, and the freedoms we hold dear. Today, we honor our past stewards, our current members who train and respond 24/7, and every neighbor ... (Full Story & Photos)

Due to the heat we had a light training night and washed trucks and floors.... (Full Story & Photos)

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