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On July 17, 2024 storms rolled into Whitemarsh for the second day in a row. Storms caused multiple calls including an electrical fire outside, a fire alarm, and 2 trees falling into 2 separate houses.
Spring Mill Fire Company Incident Update – August 31st 
Incident Details: At 11:24 hours, we received a call to assist Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company on Germantown Pike in Whitemarsh Township. The initial report was a vehicle had crashed into the gas pumps, resulting in both the truck and gas pumps catching fire.
First Responders in Action: @Whitemarsh Police were the first on the scene and reported the vehicle fully involved, against the gas pumps. Lieutenant 29 assumed command and took decisive action. Recognizing the severity of the situation, he upgraded the response to a working fire dispatch and requested for a Montgomery County Hazmat officer. Swift Response: The crews of Engine 29 and Engine 44 (Harmonville Fire Company No.1)rapidly stretched (2) 1 3/4″ hose lines, working together to contain and suppress the fire. Meanwhile, Ladder 45’s crew began applying oil dry to contain the gasoline runoff and prevent it from reaching storm inlets.
Hazmat Assessment: Crews remained on the scene as the Hazmat Chief assessed the situation. Together, a plan was formulated to safely remove the vehicle from the gas pumps.
Mission Accomplished: All units were released from the scene around 13:30 hours. The successful resolution of this incident showcases the teamwork and commitment of our first responders. #SpringMillHeroes #Teamwork #CommunitySafety
Incident Time: Approximately 4:50 a.m.
Location: Near the intersection of Stenton Avenue and Joshua Road in Whitemarsh Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Train Details: The 40-car CSX train was operating on Norfolk Southern tracks.
Derailment: A total of 15 cars derailed, with eight of them being empty.
Cargo Information: Five of the derailed cars contained urea, a liquid fertilizer, and another car contained tetrachloroethylene, a degreaser chemical used in dry cleaning.
Today we visited the campers at Cedar Grove on this hot day and helped cool off the campers and counselors. Whitemarsh Parks Whitemarsh Township #hotsummerdays #volunteer #community
When the 100’ ladder trucks don’t reach, you call in Ladder 45, the 137’ E-ONE CR 137 Ladder truck. Gladly assisting Norristown Fire Department tonight. #oldglory #volunteer #firefighters #community
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Fax: 610-825-7409
E-mail: info@springmillfire.com
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