Lt Bailey with FF Stoltzfus

Two Piece Engine Company Runs Compass Box JANUARY 21 - Minutes after mid-night, the Martin's Corner Volunteers were alerted along with other area companies to the Turkey Hill Mini-Mart in downtown Compass for the report of smoke in the building. Lancaster County Tanker 4-9 (White Horse) was the first to arrive with "light smoke showing". Shortly after, both Engines from Sadsburyville arrived and ran the line to the front door where they were assisted ... (Full Story & Photos)

Grant Funding Awarded exceeding $10,000.00 JANUARY 06 - On Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 the Martin's Corner Volunteer Fire Company received official notification from the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner's Office that another grant was awarded to our organization totaling $10,339.50 through the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency. The funding from this grant will go towards the installation of a back-up generator to provide power to the station ... (Full Story & Photos)

Here comes Santa!

Toys for Tots! DECEMBER 27 - On December 22nd the Martins Corner Fire Company, Wagontown Fire Company and the West Caln Township Public Works Department accompanied Santa Claus and the Police Department around West Caln Township. This convoy was equipped with toys and bicycles for boy and girls alike. As the volunteers packed the fire trucks, township trucks and police cars full of gifts the children never dreamed of seeing Santa ... (Full Story & Photos)

Merry Christmas to Company 34 DECEMBER 23 - Today the Martin's Corner Fire Company received notification from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that we were selected to receive yet another Federal Grant under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.This grant was awarded along with many other applicants in Round 2 of the 2011 award process. The grant, in the amount of $ 40,470.00 will allow the Fire Company to purchase all new ... (Full Story & Photos)

Pumper Tanker Takes In A 49 Box DECEMBER 15 - Just before 11pm tonight, 34 was alerted for an engine to assist 49 (East Brandywine) with a reported house on fire in the 80 block of Ashberry Lane. Chief 49 (Edwards) arrived with the "Ashberry Command" and reported a fire on the second floor. Engine and Truck 49 arrived first and took the roof and also ran a line to the second floor. Engine 34-5 arrived and nosed into Engine 49 to provide water ... (Full Story & Photos)

Holiday Safety DECEMBER 12 - From US Fire Administration: With the onset of the holiday season, it is important to focus on fire safety and prevention. The celebration of the season brings with it increased usage of electric lights, decorations, candles, and the ever popular Christmas tree, all of which can be potential fire hazards. Additionally, cooking fires increase during the holidays as families and friends gather to ... (Full Story & Photos)

Happy Thanksgiving NOVEMBER 22 - The Officers and Members of the Martin's Corner Fire Company would like to wish everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving.... (Full Story & Photos)

Turkey Fryer Safety Tips NOVEMBER 22 - Each year more cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. Between 2005-2009, grease and cooking-related fires more than doubled on Thanksgiving Day compared to an average day in November. With the popularity of turkey frying increasing, U.S. fire departments are responding to more than 1,000 fires each year in which a deep fryer is involved. The National Fire Protection ... (Full Story & Photos)

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