Station 28 was recently recognized by the PA State Fire Commissioner as a participating department in the state's voluntary certification program.  This program encourages volunteer fire departments to train its members to a minimum of Firefighter I.  The Union Fire Association was awarded the silver level of participation for having at least 75% of its active members certified to the Firefighter I level.  Many of our members also have advanced certifications such as Firefighter II, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor, Hazardous Materials, and Rescue.

Station 28 was dispatched to assist Station 22 (Belmont Hills Fire Company) on a dwelling fire.  First in crews from Belmont Hills Fire Company made an excellent intial attack on the fire extinguishing it in just a few minutes.  Crews from 22, and 28 then completed the overhaul process.  Units from stations 24, 25, and 26 were also dispatched to the fire but were recalled because of the quick extinguishment of the fire.  Medic 313 transported 1 person for smoke inhalation.

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Members from Station 28 practiced their basic Fire Attack and Search and Rescue skills on an obstacle course at the Lower Merion Township Fire Training Facility.  Active firefighters at Station 28 participate in weekly drills in order to learn and maintain the skills needed for the services we provide.

Station 28 assisted the Narberth Fire Company during their annual fireworks display.  The Fireworks show was a great success despite the weather.

Station 28 participated in the annual Bala Cynwyd Neighborhood Club's Fourth of July Parade and Picnic.  Sparky the fire dog celebrated his fiftenth year of participation in the parade and was a real crowd pleaser.  The Belmont Hills Fire Company, Narberth Fire Company, and Narberth Amublance also particpated in the parade.  Members of Station 28 provided refreshments at the parade with Kosher hot dogs and sodas.  The winner of the Station 28 vacation raffle was also selected by Lower Merion Township Commissioner Bruce Reed at the picnic.

Caitlin Caniz was the winner of the Vacation Raffle! 
The winning ticket was pulled at the Independence Day celebration at the Bala Cynwyd Park.
CONGRATULATIONS from everybody at the Union Fire Association.  We hope you have a fantastic time on vacation!

Members from Station 28 attended the annual Merion Civic Association block party. 

Members from Station visited the 93.3 WMMR studios this morning to provide fire protection for the Preston and Steve show. The show was holding a "science" day with demonstrations from the Franklin.

Have you thought about taking a vacation this year? Here's your chance. The Union Fire Association Active Members Club is sponsoring a VACATION RAFFLE. The winner of the Raffle will receive a $3,000 gift certificate to Rosenbluths Vacations, located on Montgomery Ave in Bala Cynwyd, to use wherever they choose to go. If you are interested in buying tickets, simply ask any fire fighter that you see from the Union Fire Association. Tickets cost just $5 or you can buy 5 tickets for $20(savings of $5). The winning ticket will be drawn on July 4th around Noon at the Bala Cynwyd 4th of July Celebration at the Bala Cynwyd Park located on Belmot Ave. If you have any questions regarding the raffle, you can email the coordinator at raffle@station28.org.

Station 28 responded to a vehicle accident with injuries and a gas line struck. Upon arrival Pipleline 28 with Deputy Chief S. Weber found a vehicle that struck a PECO high pressure gas meter on City Line Ave. Lower Merion Police shut down City Ave. while PECO was alerted and arrived within an hour. A handline was placed in service to protect the workers around the car while P

Tower 28 and nine fire fighters from Station 28 participated in a Live Burn Drill held at the Montgomery County Fire School with several other fire companies from Montgomery County. Fire Fighters trained on serveral different evolutions including a simluated living room fire, bedroom fire, and a basement fire. Thanks to the county fire school for allowing us come down and improve our skills in the burn building.

Pipeline 28 and Utility 28 responded to a gas Spill at the Sunoco gas station at City Ave and Conshohocken State Rd. Crews applied oil absorbant to about 15-20 gallons of spilled gasoline around the gas pumps. Units cleared in a little less then 20 minutes.

The annual fire company social will take place on Thursday April 24th, 2008 at the Union Fire Association. Doors open at 8:00 PM. All area emergency services providers are welcome. Tickets will be sold for door prizes, 50/50 with the drawing at the end of the evening, and also a Vacation Raffle with the drawing on July 4th. See you then, and be sure to bring your appetite.

Tower 28, Deputy Chief S. Weber along with President S. Rennix of the Union Fire Association and Chief C. McGarvey of the Lower Merion Twp Fire Department participated at the Re-Grand Opening of ACME located on City Line Ave in Bala Cynwyd. ACME presented a $500.00 dollar gift certificate to the members of the fire station to use at the store. The Union Fire Association thanks ACME for their generous donation to the fire house.

Pipeline and Utility 28 arrived on scene of a working vehicle fire with the engine compartment well off. The crew pulled a line and controlled the fire in a matter of minutes.