Alpha Fire Company - State College, Pennsylvania

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Written by Steve Bair

At the December Holiday Meeting held earlier this week, the slate of officers was finalized for 2010. These officers will be sworn-in by the Company at the Company meeting on January 5, with formal confirmation by the COG General Forum on January 25.

Operations Officers for 2010:

Keith Yocum, Chief (500): Two year term.

Nicholas Kuchmay, Assistant Chief (501)

Jeffrey Martin, Assistant Chief (502)

Robert Kurzinger, Assistant Chief (503)

Shawn Kauffman, Assistant Chief (504)

Stanley Clouser, Safety Officer (540)

Bradley Flubacher, Assistant Safety Officer (541)

Executive Officers for 2010:

Barrett Smith, President: Two year term.

Andrew Prestia, Vice President

Ronald Witmer, Treasurer

Robert Donald, Financial Secretary

Jason Troup, Secretary

Louis Berrena, Trustee

Randy Clouser, Trustee

Joseph Wirtz, Trustee

Appointed officers for 2010 were posted on December 4.

Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 December 2009 )

2010 Appointed Officers Announced

Written by Jason Troup

December 4, 2009

The Chief officers have appointed the following individuals to serve the Alpha Fire Company:
Engine Captain: Matt Dale
Engine Lieutenant: Duane Cornish
Engine Lieutenant: Scott Lesak
Engine Lieutenant: Jason Troup

Truck Captain: Rick Bolinsky
Truck Lieutenant: Buck Harpster

Rescue Captain: Tony Berrena
Rescue Lieutenant: Justin Locke

Fire Police Captain: Bob Donald
Fire Police Lieutenant: Butch Sauers
Fire Police Sergeant: Jack Zook
Fire Police Sergeant: Marv Robinson

Last Updated ( Friday, 04 December 2009 )

Fire Police Units to Arrive Soon

Written by Rusty Schreiner

September 29, 2009

E.J. Metals of Hortonville, Wisconsin is busy putting the finishing touches on two new Alpha Fire Police Units. Members of the Fire Police will be heading out to conduct the final inspection and take possession of the units in the very near future. The two new units, 536 and 537 were specifically designed with a host of features that will aid our members in delivering both incident, as well as traffic safety. Check back soon to see them in greater detail.

AerialScope Project Nears Completion

Written by Rusty Schreiner

Pierce Manufacturing has completed the construction and refurbishment of our 75 foot AerialScope. The unit is currently in transport to our local Pierce Dealer, Tyler Fire Equipment in Elmira, New York so that portable equipment can be installed. A brief rundown of the apparatus upgrades include: New Pierce Arrow XT tandem axle chassis with seating for 6, a 515 HP Detroit Series 60 motor, 6 speed Allison EVS 4000 Transmission, 20 KW Hydraulic Generator, total replacement of the hydraulic system, console and bucket controllers electrical and lighting systems, the complete remanufacturing of the jacking and outrigger system, boom and fly sections and bucket.

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 16 September 2009 )

Alpha's Attend Firefighter Appreciation Night at the Spikes

Written by Jason Troup

August 11, 2009

Tonight member's of the Alpha Fire Company and their families attended firefigher appreciation night at the State College Spikes. Those in attendance enjoyed a buffet style meal in the picnic area prior to the game. The Alpha's also provided a 6 person color guard for the Star Spangled Banner at the beginning of the game. The Spike were victorious 9-4 over the Oneota Tigers in a comeback.

Firefighter for a Day 2009

Written by Jason Troup

Are you are resident of the State College area? Have you ever thought about being a firefighter and didn't know if it was the thing for you? Well, now is your opportunity to give it a try. The Alpha Fire Co. will be hosting Firefighter for a Day which will take place July 24, 2009 begining at 6 PM and will end July 25, 2009 at 6 PM. Activities will include mock car fires, vehicle extrication (using the Jaws of Life), simulated smoke maze, and other events. Participants will bunk in at the station and respond to emergency calls. All meals will be provided by company and participation is free of charge. To sign-up please click on the link below for the application. Applicants will be contacted by a representative of the Alpha Fire Company with further instructions and information. Space is limited so sign-up early.

Firefighter for a Day Application

Alpha Participates in Full Scale Airport Drill

Written by Jason Troup

May 27, 2009

This evening in conjunction with multiple agencies from within Centre County the Alpha Fire Company participated in a full scale training drill at the University Park Airport.

The simulation was a Level 3 response by emergency services personnel. The simulated incident involved a commuter plane colliding with a small cargo plane on the runway.

The simulation was a success and all agencies were able to work together to resolve the situation. The airport remained open during this drill.

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