With the change of your clocks, it's an important time to check your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Make sure to replace the batteries in both devices to ensure they are working properly.

Remember, carbon monoxide detectors should be replaced every seven years, and smoke detectors should be replaced every ten years. Regular maintenance and timely replacement of these devices help keep ... (Full Story & Photos)

We were pleased to be able to support the Schwenksville Annual Halloween Parade. Special Service 86 and crew assisted with lighting the route. Part of our crew remained in station to perform tool maintenance until we were disrputed by a gas leak inside a residence on Collegeville Rd.

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National First Responders Day is set aside to recognize and celebrate the dedication of first responders across the country. Established by the U.S. Congress in 2017, this day pays tribute to the courage, selflessness, and commitment of those who protect and serve our communities every day.

SFC encourages everyone to acknowledge the valuable work of both volunteer and career responders within the ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday morning, a cleanup event took place at the fire station. With a donation from Lowe's and community support from Strouse Landscaping and R.H. Lutz Supply, volunteers from the Skippack Fire Company worked together to remove overgrown and dying plants. The volunteers also replaced the plants, topsoil, and mulch to improve the grounds.

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Training continues every Thursday night. This week, members expanded rope rescue scenarios by practicing the removal of a patient with injuries from a roof. Roofs can be challenging, as each one is often unique—whether flat or pitched, parapeted, or obstructed by a faux mansard. During this exercise, Ladder 86 was used as a high point, allowing a haul and belay team to manage both ascending and descending ... (Full Story & Photos)