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🔥1st arriving Mobile Home Fire🔥
At 4:15 this afternoon, Franklin County 911 began taking calls of smoke coming from a mobile home in the 2300blk of Apple Way Rd in St Thomas Twp, box 18-13.
E45, Squad 41, and multiple POV members were responding during dispatch. Asst Chief 48- Himes arrived with a single wide mobile home and smoke showing. E45 arrived and assumed 1st due fire attack w/ Asst Chief Himes. Crews found a small fire inside the living room. Once water was on the fire, crews started opening up and confirming no one was home at the time.
Command 18 held the assignment to Co.18(St Thomas), Sta4 and Co.13(Letterkenny Army) in about 30 mins. Crews operated for 1hr opening up and wetting down.
This video is from the helmet cam of E45 OIC FF Panfili.
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Safeguarding Lives & Property with Dedication
The Franklin Fire Company, Station 4 of Chambersburg, is dedicated to protecting life and property of the citizens and communities we serve. By providing fire safety, safety education, and fire prevention programs, as well as providing the mitigation of fire, medical, and related emergencies.
The goal of the Franklin Fire Company is to minimize loss of life and property for the communities in our coverage areas, which includes parts of Hamilton Township; Greene Township; Guilford Township; Letterkenny Townships; and the Borough of Chambersburg;, as well as assisting mutual aid area, from fires, natural disasters, life-threatening situations and to assist other emergency agencies.
The objective of the Franklin Fire Company is to perform these services in an efficient manner by maintaining effective fire prevention, emergency response, fire suppression and training.
Join Our Department!
The Franklin Fire Company is dedicated to protecting our community through professional, volunteer-driven fire, rescue, and emergency services. By joining our department, you become part of a team committed to integrity, brotherhood, and safeguarding lives and property of those in our community.
Senior Member Application
Click the link to access our online Senior Membership Application for those that are 18 years of age and older. Form must be completed in full and a $10 non-refundable application fee is collected as well.
Junior Member Application
Click the link to access our online Junior Membership Application for those ages 14-17. Form must be completed in full along with parental signatures and applicable documents.
Senior Operational Members
We are always accepting new Operational Firefighters, including Interior and Exterior roles. Interior firefighters operate in hazardous environments to mitigate emergencies, while exterior firefighters support operations outside the hazard area by assisting with hose lines, ladders, and equipment.
The Franklin Fire Company Live-In Program is available to both male and female firefighters and includes private bunkrooms, showers, lockers, Wi-Fi, computer access, cable, a full kitchen, lounge, and gym.
Live-In Requirements:
• Active Franklin Fire Company member
• Stay at the firehouse 4 nights per week
• Assist with weekly cleaning
• Respond to calls while on station
• Age 18+
Senior Operational Support Staff
Operational Support Staff assist with fundraising, administrative work, and community events such as bingos, gun drawings, and school fire-prevention activities. While they do not respond to emergencies, their support is essential—fundraising helps keep our fire trucks on the road.
Junior Members (Ages 14-17)
Junior Members (ages 14–17) may join as Operational Junior Members or Operational Support Staff Junior Members.
Operational Junior Members respond to emergency scenes after completing required training and assist with essential tasks once the area has been deemed safe.
Operational Support Staff Junior Members assist with fundraising, administrative duties, and community events, supporting the department without responding to emergencies.
Junior members gain valuable experience, learn about the fire service, and play an important role as the future of our organization.
Senior Fire Police
Fire Police support emergency operations by directing traffic, securing scenes, and ensuring the safety of firefighters and the public during incidents, training, and community events. They play a vital role in maintaining order and safety while emergency crews do their work.
Any questions or concerns please reach out to our recruitment team at join@sta4.com
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717-263-8600
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