Swatara Fire-Rescue Services would like to recognized the Chief of the Department Michael Ibberson for his most recent accomplishment of Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation.

In 2019 the Swatara Fire-Rescue Services Board and Officers instituted a six year training plan that its members and officers must meet minimum training standards to remain active within the department. The Chief of the Department ... (Full Story & Photos)

This evening, Box 49-2 was sent to the 3100 block of Parkview Lane for a reported MVA w/ Injuries. R91 (FF Swank) & Truck 91 arrived with a 3 vehicle crash with 1 confined in a sedan on Paxton Street. Crews removed the passengers side and extricated the occupant within 5 minutes. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Shortly after midnight, units were dispatched to the Latsha Towers building on Mohn St to assist EMS on a medical call on the 10th floor. Crews arrived, and assisted EMS with patient packaging. When crews attempted to descend from the 10th floor, it was discovered that the elevator was malfunctioning, and unable to be used. Truck 50 (Steelton) was requested to the scene to assist. The patient was ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just after midnight, Box 456-1 was dispatched for a reported truck fire at Chambers Hill Rd & Penhar Dr. E91 arrived with a well off tractor cab. The engine company deployed a line to extinguish. Truck 91 also provided manpower. Crews from 91 & 91-2 worked to extinguish the cab and control fluid runoff.... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning, Lower Paxton units were sent to the 34 Box Area for a Reported House Fire. Chief 34 arrived with fire showing a requested the 1st Alarm Assignment bringing Rescue 91. The Rescue (BC Bradnick) arrived and went to work as the special service and opened up for the engine companies from 34 & 33. The units on the scene were held for approximately 45 minutes prior to going available.... (Full Story & Photos)

STFR will be selling St. Patrick’s Day Shirts

Orders and Money are due by 2/21/20
Orders to Battalion Chief Allen
Cash to Captain Jon Reese & FF Dakota Shultz
Venmo to @ScottAllen91-4

Short Sleeve T-Shirt:
S-XL $20
2XL-5XL $22

Long Sleeve T-Shirt:
S-XL $22
2XL & 3XL $24

Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie:
S-XL $32
2XL-5XL $38

American Sport Lace Hoodie: (Hockey Style)
XXS-XL $45
2XL & 3XL $50... (Full Story & Photos)

This afternoon, Harrisburg City units were dispatched to the 500 Block of Emerald Street (Uptown) for a reported house fire. Units arrived with smoke showing from the 3rd floor with reports of people trapped. Command requested the Second Alarm Assignment. Rescue 91 (FF Marzen) arrived and assisted with opening up for engine companies and hitting hot spots.

While operating, a Mayday was transmitted ... (Full Story & Photos)

This evening, with In-House Staffing for the Super Bowl. Box 456-1 was sent to Lindle Road @ 283 for an MVA w/ Injuries. Engine 91 (BC Bradnick), Rescue 91 (LT Moyer) & Truck 91 (Capt Reese) all arrived within 3 minutes, advising of 1 confined. Units removed the passengers' door and marked extrication within 5 minutes.... (Full Story & Photos)