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Fire Police Units to Arrive Soon PDF Print E-mail
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. dsc_2214
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AerialScope Project Nears Completion PDF Print E-mail
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.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 16 September 2009 )
 
Alpha's Attend Firefighter Appreciation Night at the Spikes PDF Print E-mail
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.

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Firefighter for a Day 2009 PDF Print E-mail
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.

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Alpha Participates in Full Scale Airport Drill PDF Print E-mail
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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Alpha's Accept Donation from Raytheon PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jason Troup   
March 24, 2009  
   

The Alpha Fire Co. was presented with a donation of $500 today from the State College location of Raytheon.  Fire Director Steve Bair, Fire Administrator Rusty Schreiner, Chief Stan Clouser, Vice-President Brian Bittner, and Lieutenant/Trustee Jason Troup were on hand to receive the check from the State College Site Operations Manager Julie Voorhees and Site Emergency Preparedness Coordinators Dave Fryer and Dave Hege.

The Alpha Fire Co. would like to thank Raytheon for their donation and their continued support of the fire company.

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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 25 March 2009 )
 
Truck 517 Update PDF Print E-mail
Written by Rusty Schreiner   
March 24, 2009  
   

The first photographs chronicling the refurbishment and re-chassis process for the 1975 Mack AerialScope have arrived.  Through regular progress reports we will be better able to monitor progress with the unit, and should discrepancies occur with the manufacturer we will be better positioned to make changes sooner should a problem be discovered or observed.    Check back with us regularly to see how construction on our New Pierce Arrow XT AerialScope is progressing.  pdf Click here for our first update. 24/03/2009,14:13 1.52 Mb

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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 24 March 2009 )
 
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