Firefighters from the WGFC completed annual hose testing this past week. Over the course of several days, testing was held at the New London Station and covered all size hoses from all apparatus (and extra reserve hose kept at all three WGFC stations).
Fire hose is a critical component in the delivery of water from a water source (such as a hydrant) to fire scene and then from the scene to the seat ... (Full Story & Photos)
Learning new skills and honing existing skills is constant and important work for firefighters.
One of those skills is forcible entry -- using hand tools to get through locked doors. Recently, on a drill night, WGFC first responders used a training simulator that makes it possible to realistically simulate forcible entry and practice various tools and entry approaches.
At the West Grove Fire Company, we are fortunate to have the support of area residents, businesses, and the overall community. The support we receive from municipal officials is very strong, as exemplified by the First Responder Appreciation Event held recently by Penn Township.
Recently, the Township honored police, fire and EMS first responders with a community event at the Township Park. WGFC ... (Full Story & Photos)
With summer storms come power outages. And, with power outages, out come the portable generators.
The West Grove Fire Company reminds everyone that portable generators need to be used with care. Exhaust gases present a real risk, as does the safety concerns of refueling hot generators. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has published a safety sheet for home generators that is important ... (Full Story & Photos)
The WGFC offers safety information for the use of generators during storm-related power outages.
Lauren Mazur, a previous volunteer of the WGFC, has graduated from medical school after starting her career on WGFC ambulances.
An area resident completed her dream to become a doctor, graduating from medical school after starting her "career" as a volunteer at the West Grove Fire Company.
Lauren Mazur was exposed to the work of emergency room physicians as she observed their work during her time as a volunteer on WGFC's ambulances. And her father Todd is also a Physician Assistant for Penn Medicine, and he also volunteers ... (Full Story & Photos)
A small stake-body truck pulling a trailer and a passenger car were involved in a crash in London Grove Township Wednesday evening.
The WGFC was dispatched for the crash at the intersection of Routes 41 & 841. WGFC first responders arrived to find a small passenger car on its roof in the intersection. EMTs evaluated all involved and there were fortunately no injuries.
West Grove Fire Company first responders showed off fire trucks and ambulances to campers at a summer program held at the Technical College High School in Penn Township this past week.
Summer campers got a chance to hear presentations from firefighters and EMTs, and also tour the various apparatus.
The WGFC is always happy to show off our apparatus and our great people. You can contact us on ... (Full Story & Photos)
The National Weather Service has again issued an Excessive Heat Warning for our area today (and another heat wave is predicted in the days ahead):
..HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 104 expected. For the Excessive ... (Full Story & Photos)
The WGFC wants you to know that with a Excessive Heat Warning in effect, knowing the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke is important. Learn more here.
