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*** I am looking to add FIRE APPARATUS, EMS VEHICLES and POLICE VEHICLES to my apparatus and police vehicles galleries. If you would like to see your department/agency emergency vehicles in my EMERGENCY VEHICLE galleries, please EMAIL me photos of the emergency vehicles, along with information about the emergency vehicle; year, make and etc. along with your name and I will give you the photo credit for the pics. I am looking forward to receiving your emergency vehicle photos. The photos can be mailed to me at PGH911NEWS@GMAIL.COM***

***I added a section directly below this box, which is called RECENT INCIDENTS. This section will contain the (4) most recent incident galleries. As I photograph a new incident, the photo gallery will be placed here, as well as in the regular gallery section. As newer incidents occur, the older incidents in the RECENT INCIDENTS section will be removed and replaced with the newest incidents. As always, archived incidents can still be viewed in the GALLERIES section, or simply click one of the tabs above to view archived galleries***

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CHRISTOPHER LEE AND JAMIE LYNN ROLAND UNITED IN MARRIAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2007 :

CHRISTOPHER LEE AND JAMIE LYNN ROLAND UNITED IN MARRIAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2007

Updated: Jan 08, 2008 7:26am PST

9-1-1 RESPONSE PHOTOGRAPHY GUEST BOOK : PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SIGN MY GUEST BOOK AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK OF MY SITE.

9-1-1 RESPONSE PHOTOGRAPHY GUEST BOOK

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SIGN MY GUEST BOOK AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ...

Updated: Apr 07, 2007 4:47am PST

FIRE APPARATUS AND EMS VEHICLES : Photos of fire apparatus and EMS vehicle throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond.

FIRE APPARATUS AND EMS VEHICLES

Photos of fire apparatus and EMS vehicle throughout Allegheny County, ...

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 6:52am PST

POLICE VEHICLES : Photos of police vehicles throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond

POLICE VEHICLES

Photos of police vehicles throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pit ...

Updated: May 06, 2008 3:11pm PST

FIREFIGHTER FACES : Faces of firefighters throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond.

FIREFIGHTER FACES

Faces of firefighters throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsbu ...

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 6:35am PST

EMS PERSONNEL : Photos of EMS personnel throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and beyond

EMS PERSONNEL

Photos of EMS personnel throughout Allegheny County, the City of Pitts ...

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 6:55am PST

WOMEN OF THE EMERGENCY SERVICES : Here are photos of the various women firefighters, police officers and EMS personnel throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond.

WOMEN OF THE EMERGENCY SERVICES

Here are photos of the various women firefighters, police officers and ...

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 6:49am PST

WOMEN NEWS REPORTERS : Here are photos of the various women news reporters from the local news stations in southwestern Pennsylvania; KDKA-TV2, WPXI-TV11 and WTAE-TV4.

WOMEN NEWS REPORTERS

Here are photos of the various women news reporters from the local new ...

Updated: Apr 13, 2008 12:39am PST

CORAOPOLIS POLICE DEPARTMENT ADDS TWO DODGE CHARGERS TO THEIR PATROL FLEET :

CORAOPOLIS POLICE DEPARTMENT ADDS TWO DODGE CHARGERS TO THEIR PATROL FLEET

Updated: Oct 06, 2007 3:20pm PST

DODGE CHARGER WITH AN ATTITUDE: LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT IS PROUD OF THEIR NEWLY CUSTOMIZED DODGE CHARGER : It is stealth, it is custom, it is bad as hell...It is a Dodge Charger with an attitude...I am talking about the 2006 Dodge Charger unmarked police car, which Ross Township Police Department should be very proud of. A local customizing business donated all the materials and time, to deck out this ride, making it one kick ass criminal/speeder catching machine. Here is a breakdown of all the bells, whistles and gingerbread that went into making this unmarked police car being one of the most awesome police vehicles around. The following are the components the make up the Audio system: Power Bass ASA 300-2 600 watt amplifier; Power Bass 5-12 12" subwoofer (insert color painted to match car); Metra 99-6507 Dash kit; Metra 70-6502 wiring harness; Metra 40CR10 antenna adapter; Custom ported subwoofer enclosure; plexiglass enclosed amplifier rack; chrome bar speaker grill and Tsunami power supply cables. The following items make up the Visual system: Pioneer 7" AM/FM/CD flip out monitor; mini rear color camera with audio input and DVD player hidden in rear compartment. The following make up the wheels and tires on this vehicle: 18 x 8 Player 902 Black with Diamond cut arms and 225/60/18 Firestone Pursuit Tires. And as far as the Accessories, they are as follows: Danko Reproductions "MoPower" Shaker System; Sideview flashing emergency lighting; chrome pinstriping; Street Glow NEO Blue strobe light; Street Glow Red Strobe light; Stainless finish dash bezel and full detail.

DODGE CHARGER WITH AN ATTITUDE: LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT IS PROUD OF THEIR NEWLY CUSTOMIZED DODGE CHARGER

It is stealth, it is custom, it is bad as hell...It is a Dodge Charger ...

Updated: Oct 06, 2007 2:57pm PST

NEW CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESCUE TRUCKS; RESCUE 1 AND RESCUE 2 : City of Pittsburgh EMS take delivery of "twins", Rescue Truck twins that is. The new City of Pittsburgh Rescue 1 and Rescue 2 were on display at Glick Fire Equipment Company on Saturday, May 05, 2007. The new Rescue Trucks are expected to be hitting the streets of Pittsburgh in approximately one month. The Heavy Duty Rescue Trucks were manufactured by Pierce Manufacturing Inc. located in Appleton, Wisconsin. The trucks are the Pierce ArrowXT design style. The price for each Rescue Truck was just under $425,000. The specs for the new Rescue Trucks are as follows; ArrowXT cab with 16" raised roof, seating for (4), 205" wheelbase, TAK-4 Independent Suspension, HVAC system, 49,800# GVWR, 22" Bumper Extension with dual tool boxes and recessed mount winch, Detroit Diesel S-60 470 hp engine, Allison 4000 EVS transmission, Allison Transmission Retarder, Aluminum 18.5" body, Transverse compartment forward of the rear wheels, Hurst Simo Pump and two reels in each of the rear side compartments, Full height rear roll-up compartment, Hatch compartments, Compliment of shelving, trays and tool boards, Aluminum Treadplate side fender panels, Compliment of ladders(24', 10' and Little Giant), Air bag rack, Special shelves and trays throughout the body, Winch receivers on both sides of the body and rear, Rope tie off points on the front and rear of the rescue body,Code 3 and Whelen LED warning light package, Air horns, electric Code 3 siren and Q2B siren, Onan 35 kw PTO generator between the frame rails, Wilburt Light Tower, Two cord reels, Two 6000 ASME air bottles for tool air and air panel, and lastly; Two air reels with 150' blue hose. The above is just a list of the main specs, however the numerous compartments offer so many more capabilities to complete two very well laid-out Rescue Trucks.

NEW CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESCUE TRUCKS; RESCUE 1 AND RESCUE 2

City of Pittsburgh EMS take delivery of "twins", Rescue Truck twins th ...

Updated: May 05, 2007 2:54pm PST

FIREHOUSES : Firehouses throughout the city of Pittsburgh and beyond...Please feel free to email a photo of your firehouse and I will add it to the growing gallery showcase

FIREHOUSES

Firehouses throughout the city of Pittsburgh and beyond...Please feel ...

Updated: Sep 14, 2007 8:52pm PST

HARMAR TOWNSHIP FIRE COMPANY (ALLEGHENY COUNTY) STATION 166 : History of Harmar Township Fire Company Station 166 "Prior to the forming of a fire company in Harmar Township, we depended on surrounding communities for fire protection. These were primarily Cheswick, Springdale, and Oakmont Boroughs. Before March 25, 1938, there had been some effort by leading citizens in the Harmarville area to form a fire company. The group purchased a used fire truck and housed it in the West Penn Street Car Barn in Harmarville. However, this was short lived; the group disbanded and sold the equipment. On March 25, 1938, there was a general meeting of the Harmar Twp. citizens called by the Twp. supervisors for the purpose of discussing the organization of a fire company. The meeting was held at the township building in Acmetonia. At the March 25th meeting, Mr. J. L. Kruth of Harmarville was elected temporary chairman, and Leonard B. Sharpsburg and Mr. William Wanamaker Sr. were called upon to offer suggestions and help to organize a fire company. A committee of five men (Arthur Wagle, Kenneth Peterson, David Stitt, Lawrence Hilliard, and Frank Graham) was appointed to draft a set of bylaws and constitution. A meeting was set for Monday, March 28, 1938, 8:30PM. The township supervisors (Frank Graham, James Anderson, and Charles Hodel, Sr.) had already purchased a new fire truck, so they set up a temporary group of 14 men to handle the equipment until the fire company could be organized. As a result of the previous meetings, March 30, 1938, the first organized meeting was held and the first nominations of officers of Harmar Twp. Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 were put to ballot. The nominations are a matter of record. A copy of the bylaws and constitution was read at this time. On April 12, 1938, the first officers of the fire company were elected and sworn into office. On May 21, 1938, the first set of bylaws and constitution were read again and on July 5, 1938 were adopted. A fire whistle was put to use by the new firemen on the tipple of the Consumers Mining Company at Harmarville on August 5, 1938. The fire truck, a 1938 Mack, was housed in the township building at the foot of Acme Hill on Pearl Street. This new piece of equipment was the cause of much pride and honor among the members because of the many prizes it won in competitive firemen’s parades. An application for a Charter was made immediately, but because of bad health, the original attorney was unable to complete the original application. We were finally granted a Charter in June 1939 after a second try by another attorney. In 1941, the fire company rented the building presently used by the Cooper Tire Co. for all the company social functions. In 1943 our present property was deeded to us by the Harmar Twp. School Board. Our building was erected in 1949 and was used as a social center for the township, especially all the civic groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, and many sports associations. In 1954, the fire company purchased the combination Ford Squad and Pumper Truck, of which we were very proud. A new addition to the engine room was built in 1958. A new American LaFrance Pumper Fire Truck was purchased in March, 1964. Our next addition to our fire-fighting equipment was a Diesel Engine Mack Pumper, purchased in July, 1971, by the township supervisors. Our current fleet consist of a 1987 Mack/Pierce engine, 1993 Pierce engine, 1996 Ford Explorer, 1999 Ford pickup truck, 2003 Rescue Truck, 24’ Pontoon fireboat, 14’ rescue boat and a technical rescue trailer. These current additions were purchased by the Fire Company using smart and careful financial planning. Throughout the years, the Harmar Fire Co. has purchased and learned to use many fire and rescue equipment. The members have regular sessions every month to keep alert to all latest methods to be better able to render assistance wherever and whenever needed. A fireman is not only a firefighter. He is also a helper in many community needs. We are proud and will continue to be proud to be a part of Harmar Township. We will continue to render our services when needed."

HARMAR TOWNSHIP FIRE COMPANY (ALLEGHENY COUNTY) STATION 166

History of Harmar Township Fire Company Station 166 "Prior to the f ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2007 2:45pm PST

ELLIE CALENDAR MODEL :

ELLIE CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Sep 28, 2007 10:11am PST

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TRACEY CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Sep 07, 2007 6:16am PST

AMBER CALENDAR MODEL :

AMBER CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 28, 2007 12:04pm PST

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Updated: Aug 28, 2007 11:37am PST

ERICA CALENDAR MODEL :

ERICA CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 28, 2007 10:38am PST

JENNIFER CALENDAR MODEL 08/05/2007 :

JENNIFER CALENDAR MODEL 08/05/2007

Updated: Aug 22, 2007 1:11am PST

ALEXANDRA CALENDAR MODEL :

ALEXANDRA CALENDAR MODEL

Updated: Aug 07, 2007 9:14am PST

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NANCY CALENDAR MODEL 07/08/2007

Updated: Aug 07, 2007 10:13am PST

WEST VIEW STRUCTURE FIRE 148 GEORGETOWN AVENUE 05/02/2008 :

WEST VIEW STRUCTURE FIRE 148 GEORGETOWN AVENUE 05/02/2008

Updated: May 04, 2008 6:30am PST

SHALER TOWNSHIP (CHERRY CITY) HOUSE EXPLOSION 28 JAMES STREET 04/30/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY*** :

SHALER TOWNSHIP (CHERRY CITY) HOUSE EXPLOSION 28 JAMES STREET 04/30/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHERRY CITY FIRE COMPANY***

Updated: May 02, 2008 1:31am PST

CRAFTON STRUCTURE FIRE 10 EMERSON AVENUE 04/29/2008 :

CRAFTON STRUCTURE FIRE 10 EMERSON AVENUE 04/29/2008

Updated: Apr 30, 2008 6:59am PST

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SHORT STREET 04/28/2008 :

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE SHORT STREET 04/28/2008

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 5:57am PST

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 120 HARBETH DRIVE 04/28/2008 :

ROSS TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 120 HARBETH DRIVE 04/28/2008

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 8:53pm PST

STURGEON FIRE COMPANY (SOUTH FAYETTE) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 04/20/2008 :

STURGEON FIRE COMPANY (SOUTH FAYETTE) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 04/20/2008

Updated: Apr 22, 2008 4:46pm PST

MILLVALE STRUCTURE FIRE 420 COLTON STREET 04/15/2008 ****PHOTOS COURTESY OF JANICE CAVANAUGH**** : On Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at approximately 6:20 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a house on fire, at 420 Colton Street in Millvale. All occupants were reported to have safely self evacuated. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Millvale (Station 191), Bauerstown (Station 259), Etna (Station 149), Cherry City (Station 260), Aspinwall R.I.T. (Station 102), Ross/West View EMS and Millvale police. Millvale officer Vehec arrived on the scene within minutes and reported a working fire. First arriving unit reported moderate fire issuing from the Charlie side and heavy smoke pushing from the basement level and 1st division, of a two-story, wood frame residential structure, with an exposure on the Bravo side of the fire structure. First arriving Engine crew advanced a 1 ¾” attack line into the structure. Interior crews encountered heavy smoke and fire conditions in the basement of the structure, which was discovered to be the kitchen area of the residence. Interior crews initiated an aggressive attack on the fire, quickly knocking down the bulk of the fire. Additional support crews advanced a secondary attack line to the 1st division and performed ventilation operations, as well as checked for extension. Support crews found no evidence of extension into the upper divisions. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 6:50 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time, performing overhaul operations. The American Red Cross personnel were at the scene assisting those displaced by the fire, by providing them with food, clothing and temporary housing. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire, which was confined to the basement/kitchen area. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

MILLVALE STRUCTURE FIRE 420 COLTON STREET 04/15/2008 ****PHOTOS COURTESY OF JANICE CAVANAUGH****

On Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at approximately 6:20 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Apr 15, 2008 10:48pm PST

(CITY OF PTTSBURGH) SPRING GARDEN HOUSE EXPLOSION LOVITT WAY 04/11/2008 :

(CITY OF PTTSBURGH) SPRING GARDEN HOUSE EXPLOSION LOVITT WAY 04/11/2008

Updated: Apr 13, 2008 12:25am PST

HARMAR TOWNSHIP VEHICLE/STRUCTURE FIRE 421 GUYS RUN ROAD 04/08/2008 : On Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at approximately 3:12 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a vehicle on fire, inside of an attached garage, at 421 Guys Run Road in Harmar Township. Additional calls came into 9-1-1, reporting smoke coming from a garage. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Harmar (Station 166), Fox Chapel (Station 157), Oakmont (Station 216), Lower Valley EMS (Station 150) and Harmar Township police. Harmar Township police arrived on the scene within minutes and reported a fully involved garage and vehicle. Chief 157 arrived on the scene and reporting heavy smoke and fire issuing from a garage below a two-story brick duplex. Chief 157 requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Blawnox (Station 111) and Aspinwall R.I.T. (Station 102). Engine 157 hit the hydrant on Guys Run at the PPG facility and laid a 5” supply line to the scene. Engine 166-4 hit the hydrant on Guys Run at the lower end of the PPG facility and laid a 5” supply line to the scene. Crew from 157 Engine advanced a 1 ¾” attack line and made an aggressive attack on the fire. Crew from 166 Engine 4 assisted the initial 157 crew, with suppression efforts on the well involved vehicle. Crews from Engine 216 and 216 Tower 3 arrived on the scene and laddered the structure and ventilated the 1st and 2nd floors, of the structure above the involved garage. Crews from 111 Engine and 111 Squad assisted with ventilation, as well as checked for extension within the structure. PPV fans were set up on the Charlie side of the structure to assist in ventilation progress. Due to accessibility problems and confined space within the garage, the vehicle was pulled out of the garage to the driveway area, away from the structure, where suppression efforts continued. Efforts to extinguish the vehicle fire with water proved futile. Engine 157 and Engine 166-4 switched to foam operations. Crews applied foam onto the vehicle, resulting in total extinguishment. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 4:25 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an additional 45 minutes, performing overhaul operations. The fire was contained to the vehicle and the garage area; however the 1st and 2nd floor of the structure sustained smoke damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

HARMAR TOWNSHIP VEHICLE/STRUCTURE FIRE 421 GUYS RUN ROAD 04/08/2008

On Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at approximately 3:12 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 r ...

Updated: Apr 09, 2008 5:36am PST

CORAOPOLIS STRUCTURE FIRE 1722 STATE AVENUE 04/05/2008 :

CORAOPOLIS STRUCTURE FIRE 1722 STATE AVENUE 04/05/2008

Updated: Apr 06, 2008 8:53am PST

DORMONT STRUCTURE FIRE 2812 CONNECTICUT AVENUE 04/01/2008 : On Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at approximately 10:25 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received reports of smoke coming from a house, at 2812 Connecticut Avenue in Dormont. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Dormont (Station 130), MRTS EMS (Station 780) and Dormont police. Dormont police arrived on scene within minutes and reported heavy smoke showing from a residential structure. Chief 130 requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment for manpower and R.I.T. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Mt Lebanon (Station 198), Castle Shannon (Station 119) and Whitehall R.I.T. (Station 301). Engine 130-1 laid a 5” supply line from the hydrant at Potomac and Connecticut Avenues down to the scene. Truck 130 hand jacked a 5” supply line to the hydrant at Connecticut and Lasalle Avenues. Crews advanced 1 ¾” attack lines into the structure, where they encountered heavy smoke conditions. Crews initiated an aggressive attack on the fire and had a quick knock down. Interior crews began to open the walls, where they discovered that the fire was extending via the walls. Crews quickly darkened the remaining fire. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 11:47 a.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time, performing extensive overhaul operations. One firefighter was transported by EMS to St. Clair hospital, where they were treated for an ankle injury. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

DORMONT STRUCTURE FIRE 2812 CONNECTICUT AVENUE 04/01/2008

On Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at approximately 10:25 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2008 5:32pm PST

MCDONALD (WASHINGTON COUNTY) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 03/29/2008 : A structural burn class was held in McDonald, Washington County, on Saturday, March 29, 2008. A series of live burn scenerios took place in a large three-story converted house, at the corner of W. Lincoln Avenue and Station Street in McDonald. Firefighters from McDonald, Midway, Mt. Pleasant Township, Cecil Township, Oakdale, Sturgeon and Moon Township, were in the class. In addition to the photos, there is also a video clip, approximately two minutes long,located on the last page of this photo gallery. On the last page, you will see an image of a video camera. Directly below the video camera image, you will see the play arrow symbol to play the video clip. Enjoy!!!

MCDONALD (WASHINGTON COUNTY) STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 03/29/2008

A structural burn class was held in McDonald, Washington County, on Sa ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2008 5:34am PST

ALEPPO TOWNSHIP STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 1300 GLEN MITCHELL ROAD 03/22/2008 :

ALEPPO TOWNSHIP STRUCTURAL BURN CLASS 1300 GLEN MITCHELL ROAD 03/22/2008

Updated: Mar 24, 2008 9:57am PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) BEECHVIEW STRUCTURE FIRE ROCKLAND AT SEBRING 03/18/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) BEECHVIEW STRUCTURE FIRE ROCKLAND AT SEBRING 03/18/2008

Updated: Mar 20, 2008 9:09am PST

SHALER TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 1014 ANDERSON ROAD 03/18/2008 : On Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at approximately 2:07 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received reports of a house fire at 1014 Anderson Road, in Shaler Township. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Bauerstown (Station 259), Evergreen (Station 246), Mt. Troy (Station 239), Millvale (Station 191), Seville R.I.T. (Station 251), Shaler EMS (Station 170) and Shaler Township police. Shaler Township arrived on the scene within minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire showing. Officer received info that all occupants safely evacuated and were accounted for. Lieutenant 191-2 arrived on the scene shortly after the police and confirmed heavy fire and smoke issuing from the Alpha side of a two-story wood-frame residential structure. Lieutenant 191-2 reported live wires down on the road and no exposure threats. Chief 239 arrived on the scene and established Anderson Road command. Command reported that this will be a defensive attack only. Command also requested a 2nd alarm assignment at approximately 2:16 p.m. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Berkley Hills (Station 247), Etna (Station 149), Spring Garden (Station 240), Keating (Station 252) and Cherry City (Station 260). Truck 191 was set up for aerial master stream operations on the Alpha-Bravo corner of the structure. Several large caliber attack lines were also placed into operation. Engine 259 laid a supply line from the hydrant at Wible Run and Anderson up to the scene. Engine 259 supplied Truck 191, as well as several of the attack lines. Engine 247 laid a supply line from the hydrant at Anderson and Martha down to the scene. Crews took additional attack lines off of Engine 247. Assistant 259 arrived on the scene and assumed Anderson Road command. Chief 239 was assigned to operations and 240 Chief was assigned to accountability. Assistant 259 reported a collapse on the Alpha side and heavy fire issuing from the Charlie side, divisions 1 and 2. Command requested the 2nd due R.I.T. to supplement R.I.T. 251. Aspinwall R.I.T. (Station 102) was dispatched as the supplement R.I.T. Approximately one hour into the incident, command reported that the bulk of the fire has been knocked down, crews still actively in defensive mode. At approximately 3:22 p.m. Command reported heavy interior collapse on sides Alpha and Bravo, all crews accounted for. Due to numerous hot spots under the collapsed debris, expansion foam was applied to extinguish the remaining hidden flames. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 4:25 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time dousing hot spots. In addition to the numerous crews operating at the scene, the following transfers were in effect; Laurel Gardens (Station 253) were placed on standby at their own station, Engine 297-1 transferred to Station 239 and Engine 265-1 transferred to Station 149. Salvation Army personnel were on the scene with their mobile canteen unit, proving food and drink to the emergency personnel. American Red Cross personnel were on the scene assisting those displaced by the fire, by providing them with food, clothing and temporary shelter. Shaler Township Fire Marshal, as well as Allegheny County Fire Marshal were called to the scene to investigate the fire, which heavily damaged the structure. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

SHALER TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE 1014 ANDERSON ROAD 03/18/2008

On Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at approximately 2:07 p.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Apr 04, 2008 4:38am PST

MOON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE AT THE MOON TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTER 1700 BEAVER GRADE ROAD 03/13/2008 : On Thursday, March 13, 2008 at approximately 5:39 p.m. Moon Township dispatch center received a call from Guardian Protection, reporting a commercial fire alarm activated for the Moon Township Community Center, located at 1700 Beaver Grade Road. The following units were dispatched on the initial alarm; Moon Township (Station 197), Valley EMS and Moon Township police. Moon Township officer Kazmierczak arrived on the scene within minutes and reported an odor of smoke in the common area on the 1st floor. Upon further investigation, officer Kazmierczak reported visible smoke by the 2nd floor elevator and reported that the 3rd floor was heavily charged with smoke. Officer Kazmierczak evacuated the building and the responding fire units were updated. Upon arriving on the scene, 197 Chief assumed Community Center command and 197 Assistant Chief assumed operations. First arriving crew from Engine 1 advanced a 1 ¾” attack line through the front door and up the stairwell to the upper floor, where they encountered heavy smoke conditions. Additional crews laddered the structure with ground ladders. Interior crews quickly located the seat of the fire in a small storage/supply room located on the upper floor, on the Charlie side of the structure. Crews quickly darkened the fire and began checking for extension. Positive pressure fans were placed in operation to evacuate the smoke from the structure. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 6:10 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an additional 45 minutes, performing overhaul operations. The fire was contained to the room of origin and is under investigation.

MOON TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE AT THE MOON TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTER 1700 BEAVER GRADE ROAD 03/13/2008

On Thursday, March 13, 2008 at approximately 5:39 p.m. Moon Township d ...

Updated: Mar 14, 2008 8:38am PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) STRIP DISTRICT STRUCTURE FIRE 25TH AND SMALLMAN 03/11/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) STRIP DISTRICT STRUCTURE FIRE 25TH AND SMALLMAN 03/11/2008

Updated: Mar 13, 2008 6:41am PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) POLISH HILL STRUCTURE FIRE 3209 DOBSON STREET 03/09/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) POLISH HILL STRUCTURE FIRE 3209 DOBSON STREET 03/09/2008

Updated: Mar 11, 2008 1:08pm PST

ZELIENOPLE STRUCTURE FIRE VESUVIUS WAREHOUSE 50 HALSTEAD STREET 03/09/2008 :

ZELIENOPLE STRUCTURE FIRE VESUVIUS WAREHOUSE 50 HALSTEAD STREET 03/09/2008

Updated: Mar 10, 2008 10:41pm PST

BELLEVUE STRUCTURE FIRE 251 GRANT AVENUE 03/06/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND*** : On Thursday, March 06, 2008 at approximately 10:53 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a house on fire, at 251 Grant Avenue in Bellevue. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Bellevue (Station 108), Fairview (Station 250), Avalon (Station 103), Ben Avon (Station 109 R.I.T.)and Northwest EMS (Station 192). Captain 103 Ryan Payne arrived on the scene within minutes and reported heavy smoke and fire issuing from the Alpha and Delta sides of a 3-story brick residential structure. Captain Payne reported exposures on sides Charlie and Delta. Engine 108 arrived on the scene within minutes and hit the hydrant on Ohio River and laid a supply line up to the Alpha side of the structure. Emergency personnel received information that all occupants were accounted for, however there are several dogs unaccounted for. An immediate 2nd alarm assignment was requested. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; 109 Engine 1, Seville (Station 251) and Stowe Township R.I.T. Truck 108 set up for aerial operations on the Bravo side of the structure. Engine 250 hit the hydrant on Grant at Laurel and laid a supply line to the scene. 250 Engine supplied 108 Truck, as well as several 2 ½” attack lines. Crews advanced attack lines into the structure and initiated a primary search, as well as attempting to locate the seat of the fire. Interior crew reported very heavy smoke conditions and a lot of heat, still trying to get to the main seat of the fire. Command requested West View (Station 297) for an additional aerial and manpower. At approximately 11:10 a.m. Command ordered all crews to evacuate the structure, due to rapidly deteriorating conditions. Crews set up for a full scale defensive attack, placing several large caliber attack lines and deck guns into operation. Truck 108 established aerial master stream operations on the Bravo side of the structure and Truck 297 established aerial master stream operations on the Charlie/Delta corner of the structure. Additional lines were put in operation to protect the Delta exposure, which is a commercial structure consisting of a tire business. Crews had the bulk of the fire knocked down in approximately 90 minutes. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 12:50 p.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time, performing extensive overhaul and extinguishing hot spots. During the height of the fire, Ohio River Boulevard, a main artery through the area was shutdown in both directions from the City of Pittsburgh to Emsworth, an approximate five mile stretch. Ohio River Boulevard was reopened in both directions at approximately 3:00 p.m. The three dogs could not be rescued and perished in the fast moving blaze. The Salvation Army personnel were on the scene with their mobile canteen unit, providing snacks and beverages to the emergency personnel. Arby’s employees brought sandwiches and potato cakes to the scene for the emergency personnel. In addition to the companies operating at the scene, there were several station transfers in place. Also Pittsburgh police, Avalon police, Ohio Township police and Fire Police assisted with traffic control at and around the scene. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire, which heavily damaged the structure. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

BELLEVUE STRUCTURE FIRE 251 GRANT AVENUE 03/06/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND***

On Thursday, March 06, 2008 at approximately 10:53 a.m. Allegheny 9-1- ...

Updated: Mar 07, 2008 8:33pm PST

PLUM BORO HOUSE EXPLOSION MARDI GRAS DRIVE 03/05/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND/ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF ED GAVALEK*** :

PLUM BORO HOUSE EXPLOSION MARDI GRAS DRIVE 03/05/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND/ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF ED GAVALEK***

Updated: Mar 12, 2008 5:34pm PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) LINCOLN-LARIMER FATAL STRUCTURE FIRE 6408 WINSLOW STREET 03/04/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) LINCOLN-LARIMER FATAL STRUCTURE FIRE 6408 WINSLOW STREET 03/04/2008

Updated: Mar 04, 2008 4:19pm PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) BELTZHOOVER STRUCTURE FIRE 415 CHALFONT AVENUE 03/03/2008 :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) BELTZHOOVER STRUCTURE FIRE 415 CHALFONT AVENUE 03/03/2008

Updated: Mar 04, 2008 5:23am PST

BRADDOCK STRUCTURE FIRE 551 PINE WAY 02/27/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY*** :

BRADDOCK STRUCTURE FIRE 551 PINE WAY 02/27/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY***

Updated: Feb 29, 2008 1:55am PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH)NORTHSIDE STRUCTURE FIRE 1441 SANDUSKY STREET 02/10/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND *** ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF "SHREK" AND "UMPA" *** :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH)NORTHSIDE STRUCTURE FIRE 1441 SANDUSKY STREET 02/10/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND *** ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF "SHREK" AND "UMPA" ***

Updated: Feb 12, 2008 11:07am PST

MCKEES ROCKS STRUCTURE FIRE 314 HAMILTON AVENUE 02/05/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND ADDED ON 02/06/08*** :

MCKEES ROCKS STRUCTURE FIRE 314 HAMILTON AVENUE 02/05/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND ADDED ON 02/06/08***

Updated: Feb 06, 2008 2:31pm PST

AVALON VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITH ROLLOVER OHIO RIVER BOULEVARD AT FISK AVENUE 01/24/2008 :

AVALON VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITH ROLLOVER OHIO RIVER BOULEVARD AT FISK AVENUE 01/24/2008

Updated: Jan 25, 2008 1:58pm PST

NORTH VERSAILLES STRUCTURE FIRE 1083 THIRD STREET 01/23/2008 *** PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY*** :

NORTH VERSAILLES STRUCTURE FIRE 1083 THIRD STREET 01/23/2008 *** PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY***

Updated: Jan 24, 2008 4:49am PST

ETNA STRUCTURE FIRE 80 HAFNER AVENUE BARON INDUSTRIES 01/18/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS ADDED 01/21/08 PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY*** : On Friday, January 18, 2008 at approximately 3:50 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 received a report of a fire inside the warehouse at Baron Industries, located at 80 Hafner Avenue in Etna. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Etna (Station 149), Cherry City (Station 260), Undercliff (Station 264), Sharpsburg (Station 265), Aspinwall (Station 102 R.I.T.), Seneca EMS (Station 160) and Etna police. Etna police arrived on the scene within minutes and reported heavy smoke showing from the structure. Fire units arrived and reported heavy smoke issuing from a large 3-story, brick, 200’x200’ industrial warehouse. First arriving crews advance attack lines into the structure, where they encountered heavy smoke and heat conditions. Truck 265 set up for aerial operations on side “A” of the structure. Command requested EMS evaluate three people who were inside the building when the fire started. Truck 264 set up on side “B” for aerial operations. Crews advanced additional attack lines into the structure and assisted the initial attack crews with suppression efforts. Interior crews reported heavy fire conditions on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Command requested a 2nd alarm assignment for additional manpower and water supply at approximately 4:02a.m. The following units were dispatched on the 2nd alarm; Millvale (Station 191). Command requested that 191 Truck take a position up on Route 28, on side “C” of the structure and set up for aerial master stream operations. Engine 191 was requested to take the hydrant at the bottom of Poplar Street and lay a supply line the wrong way up the exit ramp and supply 191 Truck. Command requested a 3rd alarm assignment for additional manpower at approximately 4:06 a.m. Command also requested two additional R.I.T. to supplement 102 R.I.T. The following units were dispatched on the 3rd alarm and special call assignment; Sharpshill (Station 263), Shaler Villa (Station 262), Mt Troy (239 R.I.T.) and Middle Road (174 R.I.T.) Command requested that 174 Engine assist 191 Engine in finishing the supply line lay up onto Route 28, as 191 dropped over 1,200 feet of supply line and it still was not enough to make the connection into 191 Truck. EMS Command requested that Parkview EMS (Station 180) and Shaler EMS (Station 170), be dispatched to have a unit from each standby at the fire scene with the Seneca unit. The fire rapidly spread via structural members and was fueled by numerous chemicals that were stored within the building. Within a short period of time, heavy fire vented through the roof and interior conditions rapidly deteriorated. Command ordered all crews to evacuate the structure and switch to defensive operations. Numerous deck guns, aerial master streams and attack lines were operating. At approximately 4:33 a.m. Command requested that the following units be dispatched and placed on standby for an impending 4th alarm assignment; Berkley Hills (Station 247), Pleasant Valley (Station 217), Parkview (Station 218) and Bauerstown (Station 259). Command reported that some of the R.I.T. is being utilized to assist with suppression efforts, so an additional R.I.T. was requested at approximately 4:48 a.m. Seville (Station 251) was dispatched to supplement the R.I.T. At approximately 4:52 a.m. Command requested that a representative from the Allegheny County Silver Hazmat Response Team respond to the scene, to evaluate the situation, due to the amount of various chemicals stored within the structure. Command deployed a few attack crews into the office and apartment sections of the large building, to make an aggressive attack on the fire within those sections of the building, to prevent fire extension into the exposure buildings. Defensive operations continued on the main body of fire as interior crews worked to darken the flames in the upper apartments. Numerous police and fire police were used to shut down Route 28 northbound due to supply lines being laid onto Route 28 as well as suppression efforts that were being conducted there. Command reported multiple floor collapses within the structure, all crews accounted for. Crews battled the blaze for over 2 hours, before they were able to knock down the bulk of the fire. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 7:45 a.m. Crews remained on the scene for an extensive period of time dousing numerous hot spots. In addition to the numerous companies operating at the scene, there were also several station fills in effect. Later in the fire operation, some of the station fills were moved to the scene for manpower to relieve crews. The Salvation Army personnel were at the scene with their mobile canteen units, providing food, as well as hot and cold beverages to the emergency personnel. They also had their bus at the scene, which was utilized as rehab providing warmth for the emergency personnel. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene to investigate the fire, which heavily damaged the structure. The cause of the fire is under investigationon.

ETNA STRUCTURE FIRE 80 HAFNER AVENUE BARON INDUSTRIES 01/18/2008 ***ADDITIONAL PHOTOS ADDED 01/21/08 PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY***

On Friday, January 18, 2008 at approximately 3:50 a.m. Allegheny 9-1-1 ...

Updated: Jan 21, 2008 6:14am PST

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) MARSHALL-SHADELAND STRUCTURE FIRE 2800 BLOCK OF CALIFORNIA AVENUE 01/15/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY*** :

(CITY OF PITTSBURGH) MARSHALL-SHADELAND STRUCTURE FIRE 2800 BLOCK OF CALIFORNIA AVENUE 01/15/2008 ***PHOTOS COURTESY OF MICHAEL KOENEMUND OF THE SALVATION ARMY***

Updated: Jan 24, 2008 4:58am PST