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Wednesday night training once again had members from Company 3 joining us for a joint training. Members went over more haul and lowering systems inside the station before moving outside to the woods.

For the scenario, a rescue mannequin was placed in a tree to simulate a hunter whose tree stand had failed. Crews set up a system that allowed rescue personnel to practice ascending the tree to reach ... (Full Story & Photos)

Station 8 recognizes three of its members, along with the entire class, for recently completing a 48-hour fire ground support course.

Congratulations to Rodney Keller, Kolten Keller, and Jasmine Weibley who participated in the class, which was hosted by Landisburg Fire Company.

Firefighters from Landisburg, Ickesburg, Duncannon, and New Bloomfield started this training in August, led by instructor ... (Full Story & Photos)

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What year did you join NBFD?: "1967" ( 59 years of service to date )

What current or previous positions have you held?: Active firefighter, driver, member of the bingo team, and past vice president. He currently is the secretary and event treasurer ( Carnival, St Fair ) for the company.

What is the most memorable emergency that you responded to?: A fatal accident outside of New Bloomfield.

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On Wednesday night this week, members from Company 3 joined us for a joint training session. Participants reviewed knots inside the station before moving outside to the woods.

For the training, a rescue mannequin was placed in a tree stand. Crews then set up a haul system using Rescue 3's mechanical rigging and carefully lowered the mannequin to the ground. A second scenario was staged, utilizing ... (Full Story & Photos)

10-21-26 @ 14:07
Rescue 8 and EMS 89 were dispatched to a vehicle accident at 1918 New Bloomfield Rd. Units arrived on scene to find all persons out of both vehicles. EMS evaluated occupants, and had sign off's with no injuries. Rescue 8's crew checked for hazards.
NBFD Fire Police controlled traffic.

Rescue 8 responded to the call with a total of 14 members.

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This week’s Wednesday night training focused on natural cover fires in preparation for the fall fire season. Chief 8-3 led a classroom discussion on key topics, followed by a hands-on review of Brush 8. Drivers were able to gain more time with the new pump.

Thanks to those who were able to come out for training.... (Full Story & Photos)