WEST END FIRE & RESCUE CO.
"BEST IN THE WEST SINCE 1925"
RESCUE 993 EARNS 2ND at 2009 STATE CONVENTION!
On Saturday, September 26, ,several company members,Engine 465, Rescue 993, and the 1950 Mack all participated in the 2009 PA State Firefighters Convention held in King Of Prussia.
The competition was close among the over 200 pieces of fire apparatus from all over Pennsylvania. At the end of the day, Rescue 993 was awarded 2nd place in the Heavy Rescue category.
Congratulations to the Alert Fire Co. of Downingtown, who was awarded 1st place Heavy Rescue. A special THANK YOU! to our Brother and Sister Firefighters at Swedesburg Fire Co.
for all of their hospitality and generosity during our stay.
On Saturday, September 26, ,several company members,Engine 465, Rescue 993, and the 1950 Mack all participated in the 2009 PA State Firefighters Convention held in King Of Prussia.
The competition was close among the over 200 pieces of fire apparatus from all over Pennsylvania. At the end of the day, Rescue 993 was awarded 2nd place in the Heavy Rescue category.
Congratulations to the Alert Fire Co. of Downingtown, who was awarded 1st place Heavy Rescue. A special THANK YOU! to our Brother and Sister Firefighters at Swedesburg Fire Co.
for all of their hospitality and generosity during our stay.
On Saturday August 29th, the West End participated in the 56th annual Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Convention Parade hosted by the Tamaqua Fire Department. Despite the rainy skies, over 200 pieces of fire apparatus, plus several dozen bands, marching units, and civic organizations put their best on display. This year's parade was a milestone for the company as for the 10th consecutive year the current Rescue 993 was awarded 1st Place in the Heavy Rescue category. The first time R993 won was in 1999 when Tamaqua last hosted the event, the unit was brand new and just placed into service. Our marching unit was awarded second place in the Fire Company Unit with Music Category. Also, our excellent band that provided us with music, the Exeter High School Band of Reading, was awarded 1st place in the High School Band category. Below are some photos of the event, courtesy of Vicki Kuropatsky.
SAY CHEESE!
This photo was taken during the investigation phase of the recent structure fire on East Pine Street.
This photo was taken during the investigation phase of the recent structure fire on East Pine Street.
SMOKEY BEAR COOLS OFF IN RESCUE 993
On August 15 2009, Rescue 993 took part in the Deer Lake & West Brunswick Twp. Fire Co. Housing and parade for their new 2009 KME Pumper. One of the guests on hand was Smokey Bear from DCNR. He spent a few moments cooling off in the air conditioning and was given a tour by Lt. Markiewicz. Rescue 993 was awarded 1st place Heavy Rescue and Company Traveling the Furthest Distance.
On August 15 2009, Rescue 993 took part in the Deer Lake & West Brunswick Twp. Fire Co. Housing and parade for their new 2009 KME Pumper. One of the guests on hand was Smokey Bear from DCNR. He spent a few moments cooling off in the air conditioning and was given a tour by Lt. Markiewicz. Rescue 993 was awarded 1st place Heavy Rescue and Company Traveling the Furthest Distance.
After nearly 3 years of upgrading equipment, thousands of hours training, and endless amounts of paperwork Rescue 993 is now recognized and PA State Certifed as a Heavy Rescue. The apparatus was inspected for over 6 hours by a representative from EMS Council and we passed with flying colors! We are only one of two rescue companies in Schuylkll County to acheive this status. The other being Yorkville Rescue 63 of Pottsville.In fact there are only a handful of companies in the Commonwealth who have met the standards.Thanks to all members who helped in any way to meet and exceed this goal.