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In Honor of The Charleston 9: A Study of Change Following Tragedy
Tuesday, October 17th, 2017
On June 18, 2007, nine firefighters perished in a warehouse fire in Charleston, SC. What was initially dispatched as a trash fire escalated into one of the most scrutinized events in national fire service history. David had the unfortunate experience of being the engineer on the first due engine that day. As he operated on the fireground, he witnessed things that he will never forget.
This seminar will present:
§ First-hand accounts of that day.
§ Never before seen video footage with radio traffic.
§ Initial resistance to the changes following the tragedy.
§ The heavy toll that this catastrophic event took on David’s life.
§ The incredible changes that he and the CFD have made.
§ Dr. Griffin’s scientific research regarding the change process following this event.
§ Details from the coinciding Best Selling Book,
When: April 28, 2018
Location: Upper Perk High School
2 Walt Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073
Cost: $50 Per Person (includes lunch)
RSVP Date: Please respond by April 1st, 2018
Contact for Registration or Info: events@greenlanefirerescue.org
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Tuesday, October 17th, 2017
On June 18, 2007, nine firefighters perished in a warehouse fire in Charleston, SC. What was initially dispatched as a trash fire escalated into one of the most scrutinized events in national fire service history.
Thursday, September 14th, 2017
Members from Green Lane assisted Red Hill on a commercial building fire Sunday September 10th. Squad 42 and Tac 42 responded. Full article on 1st Responder News:http://www.1strespondernews.com/webpages/news/DisplayNews.aspx?PT=state&state=PA&ID=9c7a5b05-fc79-448a-b828-6d08fde13810
Friday, July 7th, 2017
Today's update pics. The New Squad is getting close. Sutphen has completed the pump test and is finalizing tool mounting.
Friday, May 12th, 2017
A few pics from today.
Monday, May 8th, 2017
- a few new pics from Sutphen
Thursday, April 13th, 2017
Upon returning from the scene of another call Tanker 42 was added to 78's box with confirmed fire. The fire quickly went to 2 alarms. Tanker assisted with water supply, while it's crew assisted with fire suppression.
Wednesday, March 29th, 2017
First picture of the Cab
Monday, January 16th, 2017
Green Lane is very excited to be working with Sutphen on the design and manufacturing of our new Squad. Delivery is expected Summer 2017. Keep looking for updates.
Tuesday, May 24th, 2016
Rescue drill - May 16th. Station 42 members arrived to find a simulated 2 vehicle accident with one car on top of an SUV. The SUV had simulated entrapment. The crew went in service with fire extinguishment, vehicle stabilization, and extraction.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2016
Rescue 42 and Engine 42 operating at the scene of accident this morning on Gravel Pike
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016
Check out our Tap Room Page for details
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016
Rescue 42 in service early this morning.
Saturday, March 12th, 2016
8th annual Smoke in the Valley BBQ Contest Friday May 6th & Saturday May 7th for more details check out www.glfcbbq.com
Friday, January 24th, 2014
The GLFC is proud to announce the purchase of Field 75 from the Telford Fire Company. Field 75 was no longer being utilized by Telford and was purchased at a very fair price by the fire company. The truck is a 1997 Chevrolet / Swab 4x4 with approximately 10,000 miles on the vehicle.
Thursday, November 21st, 2013
At roughly 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 21st, Tanker 42 and Engine 42 were dispatched to assist Upper Frederick Station 87 with a garage fire in the 2900 Block of Hauck Road in Upper Frederick Township.
Thursday, November 14th, 2013
Just before lunch time on Thursday, November 14th, Station 42 was dispatched to a home on Swamp Creek Road near the intersection of Whites Mill Road in Marlborough Township for a building fire. Also on the assignment were units from Tylersport Sta.
Thursday, November 7th, 2013
At approximately 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6th, Station 42, Squad 78 (Upper Salford) and Engine 87 (Upper Frederick) were dispatched to the area of Route 29 and Snyder Road at the old iron bridge for a vehicle accident with injuries.
Wednesday, October 30th, 2013
A long over-due and belated congratulations to Firefighter Travis Haber for completing his Firefighter 1 training. The course is long and takes a lot of time to complete, especially for someone who is trying to balance college and work ,as Travis was.
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Just after 9:30 on Tuesday, August 28th, Station 42, Squad 78 and Engine 87 were dispatched to the area of Perkiomenville Road between Penny Road and Upper Ridge Road for a Vehicle Accident with Entrapment.
Tuesday, July 30th, 2013
A two vehicle non-injury accident tied up traffic during the lunch rush at the intersection of Gravel Pike and Knight Road on Monday, July 29th. Shortly after Noon, the Marlborough Twp. Police Dept requested Station 42 fire police to assist with traffic control around the accident.
Green Lane Fire Company
Mailing Address
214 Main Street - PO Box 97
Green Lane, Pa. 18054
Physical Address
PO Box 97
214 Main Street
Green Lane, PA 18054
911
215-234-4911
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