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*** I am looking to add FIRE APPARATUS, EMS VEHICLES and POLICE VEHICLES to my apparatus and police vehicles galleries. If you would like to see your department/agency emergency vehicles in my EMERGENCY VEHICLE galleries, please EMAIL me photos of the emergency vehicles, along with information about the emergency vehicle; year, make and etc. along with your name and I will give you the photo credit for the pics. I am looking forward to receiving your emergency vehicle photos. The photos can be mailed to me at PGH911NEWS@GMAIL.COM***

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CHRISTOPHER LEE AND JAMIE LYNN ROLAND UNITED IN MARRIAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2007 :

CHRISTOPHER LEE AND JAMIE LYNN ROLAND UNITED IN MARRIAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2007

Updated: Jan 08, 2008 10:26am EDT

9-1-1 RESPONSE PHOTOGRAPHY GUEST BOOK : PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SIGN MY GUEST BOOK AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK OF MY SITE.

9-1-1 RESPONSE PHOTOGRAPHY GUEST BOOK

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Updated: Apr 07, 2007 7:47am EDT

FIRE APPARATUS AND EMS VEHICLES : Photos of fire apparatus and EMS vehicle throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond.

FIRE APPARATUS AND EMS VEHICLES

Photos of fire apparatus and EMS vehicle throughout Allegheny County, ...

Updated: Jul 25, 2008 1:34am EDT

POLICE VEHICLES : Photos of police vehicles throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond

POLICE VEHICLES

Photos of police vehicles throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pit ...

Updated: Jul 25, 2008 3:08am EDT

FIREFIGHTER FACES : Faces of firefighters throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond.

FIREFIGHTER FACES

Faces of firefighters throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsbu ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 12:37pm EDT

EMS PERSONNEL : Photos of EMS personnel throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond

EMS PERSONNEL

Photos of EMS personnel throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pitts ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 12:46pm EDT

WOMEN OF THE EMERGENCY SERVICES : Here are photos of the various women firefighters, police officers and EMS personnel throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond.

WOMEN OF THE EMERGENCY SERVICES

Here are photos of the various women firefighters, police officers and ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 12:11pm EDT

WOMEN NEWS REPORTERS : Here are photos of the various women news reporters from the local news stations in southwestern Pennsylvania; KDKA-TV2, WPXI-TV11 and WTAE-TV4.

WOMEN NEWS REPORTERS

Here are photos of the various women news reporters from the local new ...

Updated: Jul 15, 2008 12:20pm EDT

CORAOPOLIS POLICE DEPARTMENT ADDS TWO DODGE CHARGERS TO THEIR PATROL FLEET :

CORAOPOLIS POLICE DEPARTMENT ADDS TWO DODGE CHARGERS TO THEIR PATROL FLEET

Updated: Oct 06, 2007 6:20pm EDT

DODGE CHARGER WITH AN ATTITUDE: LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT IS PROUD OF THEIR NEWLY CUSTOMIZED DODGE CHARGER : It is stealth, it is custom, it is bad as hell...It is a Dodge Charger with an attitude...I am talking about the 2006 Dodge Charger unmarked police car, which Ross Township Police Department should be very proud of. A local customizing business donated all the materials and time, to deck out this ride, making it one kick ass criminal/speeder catching machine. Here is a breakdown of all the bells, whistles and gingerbread that went into making this unmarked police car being one of the most awesome police vehicles around. The following are the components the make up the Audio system: Power Bass ASA 300-2 600 watt amplifier; Power Bass 5-12 12" subwoofer (insert color painted to match car); Metra 99-6507 Dash kit; Metra 70-6502 wiring harness; Metra 40CR10 antenna adapter; Custom ported subwoofer enclosure; plexiglass enclosed amplifier rack; chrome bar speaker grill and Tsunami power supply cables. The following items make up the Visual system: Pioneer 7" AM/FM/CD flip out monitor; mini rear color camera with audio input and DVD player hidden in rear compartment. The following make up the wheels and tires on this vehicle: 18 x 8 Player 902 Black with Diamond cut arms and 225/60/18 Firestone Pursuit Tires. And as far as the Accessories, they are as follows: Danko Reproductions "MoPower" Shaker System; Sideview flashing emergency lighting; chrome pinstriping; Street Glow NEO Blue strobe light; Street Glow Red Strobe light; Stainless finish dash bezel and full detail.

DODGE CHARGER WITH AN ATTITUDE: LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT IS PROUD OF THEIR NEWLY CUSTOMIZED DODGE CHARGER

It is stealth, it is custom, it is bad as hell...It is a Dodge Charger ...

Updated: Oct 06, 2007 5:57pm EDT

NEW CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESCUE TRUCKS; RESCUE 1 AND RESCUE 2 : City of Pittsburgh EMS take delivery of "twins", Rescue Truck twins that is. The new City of Pittsburgh Rescue 1 and Rescue 2 were on display at Glick Fire Equipment Company on Saturday, May 05, 2007. The new Rescue Trucks are expected to be hitting the streets of Pittsburgh in approximately one month. The Heavy Duty Rescue Trucks were manufactured by Pierce Manufacturing Inc. located in Appleton, Wisconsin. The trucks are the Pierce ArrowXT design style. The price for each Rescue Truck was just under $425,000. The specs for the new Rescue Trucks are as follows; ArrowXT cab with 16" raised roof, seating for (4), 205" wheelbase, TAK-4 Independent Suspension, HVAC system, 49,800# GVWR, 22" Bumper Extension with dual tool boxes and recessed mount winch, Detroit Diesel S-60 470 hp engine, Allison 4000 EVS transmission, Allison Transmission Retarder, Aluminum 18.5" body, Transverse compartment forward of the rear wheels, Hurst Simo Pump and two reels in each of the rear side compartments, Full height rear roll-up compartment, Hatch compartments, Compliment of shelving, trays and tool boards, Aluminum Treadplate side fender panels, Compliment of ladders(24', 10' and Little Giant), Air bag rack, Special shelves and trays throughout the body, Winch receivers on both sides of the body and rear, Rope tie off points on the front and rear of the rescue body,Code 3 and Whelen LED warning light package, Air horns, electric Code 3 siren and Q2B siren, Onan 35 kw PTO generator between the frame rails, Wilburt Light Tower, Two cord reels, Two 6000 ASME air bottles for tool air and air panel, and lastly; Two air reels with 150' blue hose. The above is just a list of the main specs, however the numerous compartments offer so many more capabilities to complete two very well laid-out Rescue Trucks.

NEW CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESCUE TRUCKS; RESCUE 1 AND RESCUE 2

City of Pittsburgh EMS take delivery of "twins", Rescue Truck twins th ...

Updated: May 05, 2007 5:54pm EDT

FIREHOUSES : Firehouses throughout the city of Pittsburgh and beyond...Please feel free to email a photo of your firehouse and I will add it to the growing gallery showcase

FIREHOUSES

Firehouses throughout the city of Pittsburgh and beyond...Please feel ...

Updated: Sep 14, 2007 11:52pm EDT

HARMAR TOWNSHIP FIRE COMPANY (ALLEGHENY COUNTY) STATION 166 : History of Harmar Township Fire Company Station 166 "Prior to the forming of a fire company in Harmar Township, we depended on surrounding communities for fire protection. These were primarily Cheswick, Springdale, and Oakmont Boroughs. Before March 25, 1938, there had been some effort by leading citizens in the Harmarville area to form a fire company. The group purchased a used fire truck and housed it in the West Penn Street Car Barn in Harmarville. However, this was short lived; the group disbanded and sold the equipment. On March 25, 1938, there was a general meeting of the Harmar Twp. citizens called by the Twp. supervisors for the purpose of discussing the organization of a fire company. The meeting was held at the township building in Acmetonia. At the March 25th meeting, Mr. J. L. Kruth of Harmarville was elected temporary chairman, and Leonard B. Sharpsburg and Mr. William Wanamaker Sr. were called upon to offer suggestions and help to organize a fire company. A committee of five men (Arthur Wagle, Kenneth Peterson, David Stitt, Lawrence Hilliard, and Frank Graham) was appointed to draft a set of bylaws and constitution. A meeting was set for Monday, March 28, 1938, 8:30PM. The township supervisors (Frank Graham, James Anderson, and Charles Hodel, Sr.) had already purchased a new fire truck, so they set up a temporary group of 14 men to handle the equipment until the fire company could be organized. As a result of the previous meetings, March 30, 1938, the first organized meeting was held and the first nominations of officers of Harmar Twp. Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 were put to ballot. The nominations are a matter of record. A copy of the bylaws and constitution was read at this time. On April 12, 1938, the first officers of the fire company were elected and sworn into office. On May 21, 1938, the first set of bylaws and constitution were read again and on July 5, 1938 were adopted. A fire whistle was put to use by the new firemen on the tipple of the Consumers Mining Company at Harmarville on August 5, 1938. The fire truck, a 1938 Mack, was housed in the township building at the foot of Acme Hill on Pearl Street. This new piece of equipment was the cause of much pride and honor among the members because of the many prizes it won in competitive firemen’s parades. An application for a Charter was made immediately, but because of bad health, the original attorney was unable to complete the original application. We were finally granted a Charter in June 1939 after a second try by another attorney. In 1941, the fire company rented the building presently used by the Cooper Tire Co. for all the company social functions. In 1943 our present property was deeded to us by the Harmar Twp. School Board. Our building was erected in 1949 and was used as a social center for the township, especially all the civic groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, and many sports associations. In 1954, the fire company purchased the combination Ford Squad and Pumper Truck, of which we were very proud. A new addition to the engine room was built in 1958. A new American LaFrance Pumper Fire Truck was purchased in March, 1964. Our next addition to our fire-fighting equipment was a Diesel Engine Mack Pumper, purchased in July, 1971, by the township supervisors. Our current fleet consist of a 1987 Mack/Pierce engine, 1993 Pierce engine, 1996 Ford Explorer, 1999 Ford pickup truck, 2003 Rescue Truck, 24’ Pontoon fireboat, 14’ rescue boat and a technical rescue trailer. These current additions were purchased by the Fire Company using smart and careful financial planning. Throughout the years, the Harmar Fire Co. has purchased and learned to use many fire and rescue equipment. The members have regular sessions every month to keep alert to all latest methods to be better able to render assistance wherever and whenever needed. A fireman is not only a firefighter. He is also a helper in many community needs. We are proud and will continue to be proud to be a part of Harmar Township. We will continue to render our services when needed."

HARMAR TOWNSHIP FIRE COMPANY (ALLEGHENY COUNTY) STATION 166

History of Harmar Township Fire Company Station 166 "Prior to the f ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2007 5:45pm EDT

ELLIE CALENDAR MODEL :

ELLIE CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Sep 28, 2007 1:11pm EDT

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TRACEY CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Sep 07, 2007 9:16am EDT

AMBER CALENDAR MODEL :

AMBER CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 28, 2007 3:04pm EDT

AMANDA CALENDAR MODEL :

AMANDA CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 28, 2007 2:37pm EDT

ERICA CALENDAR MODEL :

ERICA CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 28, 2007 1:38pm EDT

JENNIFER CALENDAR MODEL 08/05/2007 :

JENNIFER CALENDAR MODEL 08/05/2007

Updated: Aug 22, 2007 4:11am EDT

ALEXANDRA CALENDAR MODEL :

ALEXANDRA CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 07, 2007 12:14pm EDT

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NANCY CALENDAR MODEL 07/08/2007

Updated: Aug 07, 2007 1:13pm EDT

KILBUCK TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SUNNY JIMS 255 CAMP HORNE ROAD 07/20/2008 :

KILBUCK TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SUNNY JIMS 255 CAMP HORNE ROAD 07/20/2008

Updated: Jul 24, 2008 7:57am EDT

COLLIER TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS A NEW VEHICLE IN THEIR FLEET A 2008 KAWASAKI TERYX : Collier Township Police Department received a 2008 Kawasaki Teryx from World of Cycles in Moon Township. This was made possible through a Government program that allows municipalities to test such vehicles for a trial period, to evaluate their worthiness in the community, with the option of returning it, or purchasing the vehicle. The Kawasaki Teryx is a V-Twin 750cc, with a top speed of 55 m.p.h. The Teryx has a 1,500 pound towing capacity and a 500 pound bed capacity. It operates in both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Collier Township's Teryx has a bicycle rack mounted on the rear, and is equipped with a small red/blue lightbar and will eventually be equipped with a siren as well. The Teryx would undoubtedly be very effective in Collier Township, which is approximately 13 square miles, coinsisting of woods, isolated areas, Nevillewood Country Club and the 2.4 mile Panhandle trail, which is used by walkers, joggers and bicyclist. In its first month of use, the Teryx has already been utilized for a rescue from the Panhandle trail, as well as a search. The Teryx has been and will continue to be an asset to the Collier Township Police Department. Special thanks to Officer Bill Oslick for showing me the new Kawasaki Teryx and demonstrating its effectiveness.

COLLIER TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS A NEW VEHICLE IN THEIR FLEET A 2008 KAWASAKI TERYX

Collier Township Police Department received a 2008 Kawasaki Teryx from ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 11:31pm EDT

OHIO TOWNSHIP PARADE 2008 07/18/2008 ***ADDED A FEW VIDEO CLIPS AT THE END OF GALLERY*** :

OHIO TOWNSHIP PARADE 2008 07/18/2008 ***ADDED A FEW VIDEO CLIPS AT THE END OF GALLERY***

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 10:24pm EDT

MILLVALE VEHICLE ACCIDENT CAR VS. HOUSE 44 LAWRENCE STREET 07/15/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY*** :

MILLVALE VEHICLE ACCIDENT CAR VS. HOUSE 44 LAWRENCE STREET 07/15/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY***

Updated: Jul 20, 2008 4:11am EDT

MCKEESPORT STRUCTURE FIRE 07/11/2008 ***FIRST 17 PHOTOS AFTER VIDEO CLIPS ARE COURTESY OF DEREK PARADY*** :

MCKEESPORT STRUCTURE FIRE 07/11/2008 ***FIRST 17 PHOTOS AFTER VIDEO CLIPS ARE COURTESY OF DEREK PARADY***

Updated: Jul 13, 2008 8:58am EDT

PENN HILLS STRUCTURE FIRE 8522 DERSAM STREET 07/10/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF PENN HILLS FIRE COMPANY #1*** : On Thursday afternoon, Stations 225, 221, & 227 were alerted for a stove on fire in the 8500 block of Dersam Street. 911 dispatchers updated units that the caller reports flames coming out of the front window. 227 Assistant-2 requested a RIT Team to be dispatched, bringing Station 222 on the call. EN-225 reported on scene with heavy smoke showing and requested the next engine to get a water supply. EN-227-1 established the water supply from the hydrant and supplied EN-225. Crews from 225 & 227 made a quick knock down of the fire. EN-221 handled ventilation. 222 handled the RIT and Roof Ventilation. No injuries reported. Fire was under control in about 15mins. PH Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire. On a side note, while responding to assist, 222 Engine 2 came across a shooting patient at Mt Carmel Road and Verona Road, there crew began basic life support until PH EMS arrived. Command: 221 Chief (Snyder) Operations: 221 Capt, 225 LT Units: EN-225, Quint-225, SV-225, EN-227-1, TK-227, SV-227, EN-221, EN-222, EN-2222, PHPD, 380 & 310, PHFM

PENN HILLS STRUCTURE FIRE 8522 DERSAM STREET 07/10/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF PENN HILLS FIRE COMPANY #1***

On Thursday afternoon, Stations 225, 221, & 227 were alerted for a sto ...

Updated: Jul 15, 2008 10:14am EDT

BELLEVUE HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT AT ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL SUBURBAN CAMPUS 07/09/2008 : On Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at approximately 3:55 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report from the security officer at Allegheny General Hospital Suburban campus, located at 100 South Jackson Avenue in Bellevue, that they had a Formalin leak in an operating room on the 3rd floor of the facility. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Bellevue (Station 108), Avalon (Station 103), Fairview (Station 250), Northwest EMS (Station 192) and Bellevue police. Commanding fire officer requested that Ben Avon (Station 109) be dispatched to fulfill the initial assignment. Security advised emergency personnel that approximately one gallon of Formalin, a Formaldehyde solution, had spilled. MSDS sheets for the product indicate that the product is flammable/combustible and vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. The product can have toxic effects if inhaled or ingested, and contact with the substance may cause severe burns to the skin and eyes. Based on information received about the product in question, command requested that the Allegheny County Hazardous Material Silver Team respond to the incident at approximately 4:05 p.m. Hazmat crews began arriving on the scene at approximately 4:25 p.m. Once all of the Silver Team members were on the scene, a briefing was held to go over information about the product and the plan to mitigate it. Air condition units for the facility were shut down to prevent fumes and vapors from becoming more wide spread. At approximately 5:25 p.m. crews evacuated the recovery room area. Hazmat crews began making entry into the room where the spillage occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. At approximately 6:00 p.m. Command requested that a couple additional EMS units stage at the hospital, in the event of any walk-in patients, as the facility was on condition “black” and were not accepting patients while the incident was ongoing. After making entry, crews had the spill contained and cleaned up within an hour. Crews that were involved in the clean up of the product, had to go to decon, once the exited the facility. Crews began breaking down and cleaning up at approximately 7:05 p.m. During the duration of the incident, Emsworth (Station 148) were on standby at their station and Kilbuck (Station 182) were on standby at Station 103, to cover calls for the units that were committed at the incident. Salvation Army personnel were on scene with their mobile canteen unit, providing cold drinks, snacks and cold/wet towels to the emergency personnel. Command was terminated at approximately 7:50 p.m.

BELLEVUE HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT AT ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL SUBURBAN CAMPUS 07/09/2008

On Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at approximately 3:55 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Jul 10, 2008 3:50am EDT

LEETSDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT HOLDS DEDICATION FOR THE NEW ENGINE 303 07/05/2008 : On Saturday, July 5, 2008 Leetsdale Volunteer Fire Department held a dedication for their new Engine 303, in front of their fire station on Broad Street. Sewickley Fire Department 258 Truck was parked on one side of Broad Street near the fire house and Moon Township Fire Company Engine 4 (tele-squirt), was parked across the street from 258 Truck. With both aerials slightly raised and spraying a shower of water down onto Broad Street, Leetsdale Fire Chief, Ernie Logan drove the new Engine 303 down Broad Street with lights and sirens, towards the two raised aerial apparatus and water curtain. The new Engine 303 was soaked down, as it passed under the water curtain that was created by Sewickley and Moon apparatus. Chief Logan then parked the new Engine on the pad in front of the station, where all those present bowed their heads as a local pastor said a short prayer, blessing the new Engine as well as the Leetsdale firefighters. Following the prayer, as with tradition, the Leetsdale firefighters all lined up in front of the new Engine and pushed it back into its bay at the station. Leetsdale residents and other firefighters that showed up for the dedication were given a tour of the new fire station. A cookout was held following the dedication. The new Engine 303 has reflective dots on the rear of the Engine, to help make the Engine much more visible, even during the day. Those in attendance had a chance to guess how many reflective dots are on the rear of Engine 303, by donating $1.00 a guess, with the person with the closest guess to the number of dots, winning the money. Chief Logan’s wife Shirley spent 2 hours the night before, counting each and every reflective dot for the contest. How many dots do you think there are on the rear of Engine 303? Look closely at the last picture in the gallery. So how many dots are there…………………..And the answer is………….. 3,682. Here are some of the specs on the new Engine 303. It is a 2006 Spartan cab and chassis with a Spencer body. The Engine was sold to Leetsdale Fire Department by Keystone Fire Apparatus for $340,000. Engine 303 has a 2000 GPM pump; it has a rehab compartment that includes a refrigerator. The Engine carries 50 gallons of foam and can carry 7 firefighters.

LEETSDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT HOLDS DEDICATION FOR THE NEW ENGINE 303 07/05/2008

On Saturday, July 5, 2008 Leetsdale Volunteer Fire Department held a d ...

Updated: Jul 07, 2008 9:57am EDT

LEETSDALE 4TH OF JULY PARADE 07/04/2008 :

LEETSDALE 4TH OF JULY PARADE 07/04/2008

Updated: Jul 05, 2008 3:19am EDT

GREENTREE STRUCTURE FIRE 1130 HILLSVIEW TERRACE 07/02/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MELANIE HAMMOND*** :

GREENTREE STRUCTURE FIRE 1130 HILLSVIEW TERRACE 07/02/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MELANIE HAMMOND***

Updated: Jul 08, 2008 5:06pm EDT

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE AUDIO 1 2988 BABCOCK BOULEVARD 07/01/2008 :

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE AUDIO 1 2988 BABCOCK BOULEVARD 07/01/2008

Updated: Jul 02, 2008 2:49pm EDT

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) MARSHALL-SHADELAND STRUCTURE FIRE 13 COURTRIGHT STREET 06/30/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) MARSHALL-SHADELAND STRUCTURE FIRE 13 COURTRIGHT STREET 06/30/2008

Updated: Jun 30, 2008 11:29pm EDT

PENN HILLS ACCIDENT WITH ENTRAPMENT 7828 MARK DRIVE 06/24/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF PENN HILLS FIRE COMPANY #1*** : Units were alerted for a Motor Vehicle Collision. 222 RQ followed by 221 Chief called enroute. While enroute County 911 advised they were getting multiple calls for 2 persons entrapped. 222 RQ arrived on scene to find 2 victims with extensive entrapment. 221 Chief arrived on scene and assumed Mark Command, with 222 Asst taking Operations. 221 SVC and 222 Eng 1 called in service followed by 221 Eng 1. Crews on scene began extrication with preconnected tools off of 222 RQ. 221 SVC arrived and brought the Combi Tool into service as well. Crews used the spreader to gain access to the passenger door while EMS crews were doing C Spine Stabilization. Due to deterioting PT conditions, and the possibility of the unstable pole with live wires falling on responders and the vehicle it was decided that a rapid extrication of both patients was in the best interest of all parties. Crews from 221 and 222 worked on disentanglement and extrication. Both victims were extricated and care transferred to Eastern Area Medics. Crews remained on scene for sometime assisting the police with lighting and clearing debris from the scene. Duquesne Light arrived on scene and called a Line Crew out immediately for replacement of the pole. 13T5 (Don Kuhn Towing) arrived with a flat bed to remove the vehicle. All fire units were released and Command was terminated.

PENN HILLS ACCIDENT WITH ENTRAPMENT 7828 MARK DRIVE 06/24/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF PENN HILLS FIRE COMPANY #1***

Units were alerted for a Motor Vehicle Collision. 222 RQ followed by 2 ...

Updated: Jul 15, 2008 10:28am EDT

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 5110 POLO FIELDS DRIVE 06/17/2008***PHOTOS COURTESY OF JONATHAN PLUTNICKI*** :

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 5110 POLO FIELDS DRIVE 06/17/2008***PHOTOS COURTESY OF JONATHAN PLUTNICKI***

Updated: Jul 15, 2008 11:17am EDT

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) ESPLEN STRUCTURE FIRE 300 BLOCK WALCOTT STREET 06/17/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) ESPLEN STRUCTURE FIRE 300 BLOCK WALCOTT STREET 06/17/2008

Updated: Jun 18, 2008 7:04pm EDT

LEETSDALE 2008 POLICE CAR CRUISE 06/14/2008 : Assistant Chief James Santucci of the Leetsdale Police Department hosted a police car –car cruise on Saturday, June 14, 2008. The police car cruise was held at the Quaker Valley stadium in Leetsdale. The event was sponsored by 1st Out Specialty Vehicles and Equipment, Moon Township Ford and R & S Enterprise Printing. There were several police vehicles on display, including; Leetsdale, Sewickley, Sewickley Heights, Edgeworth, Leet Township, Bell Acres, Shippingport, Beaver County Sheriff, Allegheny County Sheriff, Ambridge, Aliquippa, Findlay Township, Robinson Township, Chatham College and Armstrong County District Attorney’s Office. There were also demo vehicles on display, including a Dodge Charger from 1st Out Specialty and a Ford Crown Vic interceptor from Moon Township Ford. In addition to the police vehicles, there was fire apparatus on display as well, including; Sewickley Fire Department aerial, Moon Township Fire Company aerial and Leetsdale Fire Department Engine. The event also included police K9 demonstrations, a dunking booth and a Chinese auction. The rain sort of put a damper on things and kept the crowds down, however those in attendance appeared to have a good time. The K9 demonstrations were put on by Sgt. Richard Heitzenrater of the Ambridge Police Department, with his partner “Nails” and Detective M. Heider of the Armstrong County Office of the District Attorney, with his partner “Klif”. Nails and Klif put on an excellent show by chasing down and attacking the padded arm of a willing Ernest Logan of the Leetsdale Fire Department. Trophies were awarded for the following categories; Best appearing patrol unit, best appearing D.A.R.E vehicle, most lighted vehicle, best appearing unmarked vehicle, oldest police vehicle and best appearing K9. Judging declared the following winners; Ross Township Police won best appearing patrol unit, Aliquippa Police won best appearing D.A.R.E. vehicle, Sewickley Police won most lighted vehicle, Armstrong County Office of the District Attorney won the best appearing unmarked vehicle, Findlay Township Police won oldest police vehicle and Ambridge Police won best appearing K9. The police car cruise was held to help benefit and support Leetsdale Police Crime Watch program. Assistant Chief Santucci is planning on making this an annual event, with each year being bigger and better than the previous year. We are looking forward to seeing everyone at next year’s cruise. Come on out and show your support and show off your police vehicles.

LEETSDALE 2008 POLICE CAR CRUISE 06/14/2008

Assistant Chief James Santucci of the Leetsdale Police Department host ...

Updated: Jul 09, 2008 3:59am EDT

CARNEGIE STRUCTURE FIRE 425 3RD AVENUE 06/13/2008 ***THE LAST 34 PICTURES IN GALLERY ARE COURTESY OF MELANIE HAMMOND*** :

CARNEGIE STRUCTURE FIRE 425 3RD AVENUE 06/13/2008 ***THE LAST 34 PICTURES IN GALLERY ARE COURTESY OF MELANIE HAMMOND***

Updated: Jun 17, 2008 3:19pm EDT

2008 SAXONBURG FIRE PARADE 06/12/2008 :

2008 SAXONBURG FIRE PARADE 06/12/2008

Updated: Jun 18, 2008 12:24am EDT

CORAOPOLIS MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 05/26/2008 :

CORAOPOLIS MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 05/26/2008

Updated: May 27, 2008 11:57am EDT

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) STANTON HEIGHTS SCHENLEY DRIVE 05/24/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) STANTON HEIGHTS SCHENLEY DRIVE 05/24/2008

Updated: May 26, 2008 1:34am EDT

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 4340 WINCHESTER DRIVE 05/19/2008 :

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 4340 WINCHESTER DRIVE 05/19/2008

Updated: May 20, 2008 2:01am EDT

DEER LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT (WEST DEER TOWNSHIP) S.A.D.D. MOCK DRILL 05/16/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF SKIP FECSEN*** :

DEER LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT (WEST DEER TOWNSHIP) S.A.D.D. MOCK DRILL 05/16/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF SKIP FECSEN***

Updated: May 30, 2008 3:01am EDT

ZELIENOPLE STRUCTURE FIRE 200 BLOCK SOUTH MAIN STREET 05/10/2008 :

ZELIENOPLE STRUCTURE FIRE 200 BLOCK SOUTH MAIN STREET 05/10/2008

Updated: May 12, 2008 10:45am EDT

WEST VIEW STRUCTURE FIRE 148 GEORGETOWN AVENUE 05/02/2008 :

WEST VIEW STRUCTURE FIRE 148 GEORGETOWN AVENUE 05/02/2008

Updated: May 04, 2008 9:30am EDT

SHALER TOWNSHIP (CHERRY CITY) HOUSE EXPLOSION 28 JAMES STREET 04/30/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY*** :

SHALER TOWNSHIP (CHERRY CITY) HOUSE EXPLOSION 28 JAMES STREET 04/30/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY***

Updated: May 02, 2008 4:31am EDT

CRAFTON STRUCTURE FIRE 10 EMERSON AVENUE 04/29/2008 :

CRAFTON STRUCTURE FIRE 10 EMERSON AVENUE 04/29/2008

Updated: Apr 30, 2008 9:59am EDT

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SHORT STREET 04/28/2008 :

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SHORT STREET 04/28/2008

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 8:57am EDT

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 120 HARBETH DRIVE 04/28/2008 :

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 120 HARBETH DRIVE 04/28/2008

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 11:53pm EDT

STURGEON FIRE COMPANY (SOUTH FAYETTE) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 04/20/2008 :

STURGEON FIRE COMPANY (SOUTH FAYETTE) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 04/20/2008

Updated: Apr 22, 2008 7:46pm EDT

MILLVALE STRUCTURE FIRE 420 COLTON STREET 04/15/2008 ****PHOTOS COURTESY OF JANICE CAVANAUGH**** : On Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at approximately 6:20 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a house on fire, at 420 Colton Street in Millvale. All occupants were reported to have safely self evacuated. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Millvale (Station 191), Bauerstown (Station 259), Etna (Station 149), Cherry City (Station 260), Aspinwall R.I.T. (Station 102), Ross/West View EMS and Millvale police. Millvale officer Vehec arrived on the scene within minutes and reported a working fire. First arriving unit reported moderate fire issuing from the Charlie side and heavy smoke pushing from the basement level and 1st division, of a two-story, wood frame residential structure, with an exposure on the Bravo side of the fire structure. First arriving Engine crew advanced a 1 ¾” attack line into the structure. Interior crews encountered heavy smoke and fire conditions in the basement of the structure, which was discovered to be the kitchen area of the residence. Interior crews initiated an aggressive attack on the fire, quickly knocking down the bulk of the fire. Additional support crews advanced a secondary attack line to the 1st division and performed ventilation operations, as well as checked for extension. Support crews found no evidence of extension into the upper divisions. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 6:50 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time, performing overhaul operations. The American Red Cross personnel were at the scene assisting those displaced by the fire, by providing them with food, clothing and temporary housing. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire, which was confined to the basement/kitchen area. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

MILLVALE STRUCTURE FIRE 420 COLTON STREET 04/15/2008 ****PHOTOS COURTESY OF JANICE CAVANAUGH****

On Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at approximately 6:20 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Apr 16, 2008 1:48am EDT

(CITY OF PTTSBURGH) SPRING GARDEN HOUSE EXPLOSION LOVITT WAY 04/11/2008 :

(CITY OF PTTSBURGH) SPRING GARDEN HOUSE EXPLOSION LOVITT WAY 04/11/2008

Updated: Apr 13, 2008 3:25am EDT

HARMAR TOWNSHIP VEHICLE/STRUCTURE FIRE 421 GUYS RUN ROAD 04/08/2008 : On Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at approximately 3:12 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a vehicle on fire, inside of an attached garage, at 421 Guys Run Road in Harmar Township. Additional calls came into 9-1-1, reporting smoke coming from a garage. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Harmar (Station 166), Fox Chapel (Station 157), Oakmont (Station 216), Lower Valley EMS (Station 150) and Harmar Township police. Harmar Township police arrived on the scene within minutes and reported a fully involved garage and vehicle. Chief 157 arrived on the scene and reporting heavy smoke and fire issuing from a garage below a two-story brick duplex. Chief 157 requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Blawnox (Station 111) and Aspinwall R.I.T. (Station 102). Engine 157 hit the hydrant on Guys Run at the PPG facility and laid a 5” supply line to the scene. Engine 166-4 hit the hydrant on Guys Run at the lower end of the PPG facility and laid a 5” supply line to the scene. Crew from 157 Engine advanced a 1 ¾” attack line and made an aggressive attack on the fire. Crew from 166 Engine 4 assisted the initial 157 crew, with suppression efforts on the well involved vehicle. Crews from Engine 216 and 216 Tower 3 arrived on the scene and laddered the structure and ventilated the 1st and 2nd floors, of the structure above the involved garage. Crews from 111 Engine and 111 Squad assisted with ventilation, as well as checked for extension within the structure. PPV fans were set up on the Charlie side of the structure to assist in ventilation progress. Due to accessibility problems and confined space within the garage, the vehicle was pulled out of the garage to the driveway area, away from the structure, where suppression efforts continued. Efforts to extinguish the vehicle fire with water proved futile. Engine 157 and Engine 166-4 switched to foam operations. Crews applied foam onto the vehicle, resulting in total extinguishment. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 4:25 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an additional 45 minutes, performing overhaul operations. The fire was contained to the vehicle and the garage area; however the 1st and 2nd floor of the structure sustained smoke damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

HARMAR TOWNSHIP VEHICLE/STRUCTURE FIRE 421 GUYS RUN ROAD 04/08/2008

On Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at approximately 3:12 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 r ...

Updated: Apr 09, 2008 8:36am EDT

CORAOPOLIS STRUCTURE FIRE 1722 STATE AVENUE 04/05/2008 :

CORAOPOLIS STRUCTURE FIRE 1722 STATE AVENUE 04/05/2008

Updated: Apr 06, 2008 11:53am EDT

DORMONT STRUCTURE FIRE 2812 CONNECTICUT AVENUE 04/01/2008 : On Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at approximately 10:25 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received reports of smoke coming from a house, at 2812 Connecticut Avenue in Dormont. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Dormont (Station 130), MRTS EMS (Station 780) and Dormont police. Dormont police arrived on scene within minutes and reported heavy smoke showing from a residential structure. Chief 130 requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment for manpower and R.I.T. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Mt Lebanon (Station 198), Castle Shannon (Station 119) and Whitehall R.I.T. (Station 301). Engine 130-1 laid a 5” supply line from the hydrant at Potomac and Connecticut Avenues down to the scene. Truck 130 hand jacked a 5” supply line to the hydrant at Connecticut and Lasalle Avenues. Crews advanced 1 ¾” attack lines into the structure, where they encountered heavy smoke conditions. Crews initiated an aggressive attack on the fire and had a quick knock down. Interior crews began to open the walls, where they discovered that the fire was extending via the walls. Crews quickly darkened the remaining fire. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 11:47 a.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time, performing extensive overhaul operations. One firefighter was transported by EMS to St. Clair hospital, where they were treated for an ankle injury. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

DORMONT STRUCTURE FIRE 2812 CONNECTICUT AVENUE 04/01/2008

On Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at approximately 10:25 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2008 8:32pm EDT

MCDONALD (WASHINGTON COUNTY) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 03/29/2008 : A structural burn class was held in McDonald, Washington County, on Saturday, March 29, 2008. A series of live burn scenerios took place in a large three-story converted house, at the corner of W. Lincoln Avenue and Station Street in McDonald. Firefighters from McDonald, Midway, Mt. Pleasant Township, Cecil Township, Oakdale, Sturgeon and Moon Township, were in the class. In addition to the photos, there is also a video clip, approximately two minutes long,located on the last page of this photo gallery. On the last page, you will see an image of a video camera. Directly below the video camera image, you will see the play arrow symbol to play the video clip. Enjoy!!!

MCDONALD (WASHINGTON COUNTY) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 03/29/2008

A structural burn class was held in McDonald, Washington County, on Sa ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2008 8:34am EDT

ALEPPO TOWNSHIP STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 1300 GLEN MITCHELL ROAD 03/22/2008 :

ALEPPO TOWNSHIP STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 1300 GLEN MITCHELL ROAD 03/22/2008

Updated: Mar 24, 2008 12:57pm EDT