West Grove firefighters participated in a basic skills timed drill which incorporated the following elements;
1.) Deploying a 200' 1.75" hand line advancing it 50' once charged and striking two targets with a straight stream. 2.) Fast walk 50' and start a Cutters Edge ventilation saw. 3.) Throw a 12' Roof Ladder and position to climb. 4.) Forcible entry simulation - Moving an auto tire on the ... (Full Story & Photos)
West Grove Fire Company is hiring EMTs and Firefighter / EMTs to join our growing team and program. We offer competitive employment packages, flexible scheduling, state of the art equipment and a great work atmosphere. Interested applicants should submit a resume to emsmanager@wgfc.org... (Full Story & Photos)
At 14:22 hours on February 9, 2018, the West Grove Fire Company was dispatched to the 400 block of Lewisville Road in New London Township for a report of a vehicle into a tree and overturned.
West Grove units arrived a few minutes after dispatch and the first arriving ambulance reported the patient had self extricated from the vehicle with the assistance of nearby bystanders. Rescue 22 and Ambulance ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 00:23 hours on January 30, 2018, the West Grove Fire Company along with neighboring fire companies were dispatched to assist Station 21 for a reported building fire, at the Sunoco gas station located on the 200 block of South Third Street in Oxford Borough.
Chief 21 was the first Officer on scene at which time he reported heavy smoke from the garage and requested the working fire dispatch. Chief ... (Full Story & Photos)
Winter has certainly made its presence felt here in beautiful Southern Chester County. A recent two-week period with below freezing temperatures stressed many home heating units and chimneys used overtime to keep warm. Each year the West Grove Fire Company responds to several home heating-related incidents ranging from chimney fires to furnace malfunctions to gas odors and leaks. According to the ... (Full Story & Photos)
WGFC Ladder 22 and Rose Tree Quint 73 fly the flag over the Blue Route for the funeral of Philadelphia firefighter Lt. Matt LeTourneau
Members of the West Grove Fire Company joined thousands of firefighters from across the United States showing support and respect for the funeral services for Philadelphia firefighter Lt. Matt LeTourneau.
A crew of WGFC members on Ladder 22 traveled to Delaware County to join with the Rose Tree Fire Company to fly a giant American flag from an overpass over the funeral procession route. The procession ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 12:19 hours on January 11, 2018 the West Grove Fire Company was dispatched to 600 block of West Avondale Road in New London Township for an motor vehicle accident with one overturned.
Chester County 911 center advised responding units that the accident involved one vehicle versus a telephone pole with one overturned. Ambulance 22-1 was the first arriving unit on scene confirming the initial report ... (Full Story & Photos)
West Grove Fire Company members, employees, family and friends enjoyed a great Philadelphia Flyers game, while being honored as First Responders by the Flyers
Each year, the Philadelphia Flyers recognize First Responders (fire, police, EMS) at a home game in early January. On Thursday, January 4, the West Grove Fire Company hosted a bus trip to the Philadelphia Flyers First Responders night. This is the third year WGFC members have had the opportunity to enjoy a night out as a group as part of the Flyers first responder celebration night.
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