Franklin Fire Company
The Franklin Fire Company has a long and proud history of serving and protecting the citizens of Chambersburg and the surrounding areas. To continue our mission, we are continually working to improve our service and effectiveness. Station 4 is also always looking for committed and highly driven individuals to join our family as firefighters or volunteers in a social setting. To learn more about opportunities to serve and joining our team, simply direct message this page or stop by our station and request a membership application.
**Monday Night Drill and Calls**
Last evening, Station 4 members took part in our yearly doll house burn constructed and presented by Assistant Chief 48 (D. Olson). The purpose of burning the doll house is to help have a better understanding of fire behavior and flow paths. AC48 demonstrated several different fire scenarios showing how our actions on the fire ground can affect fire conditions. The doll house also allowed for members to read smoke conditions.
*Calls*
3:59pm - Vehicle Accident
Squad 41 responded to the area of 2197 Lincoln Way East for a vehicle accident. Squad 41 found a two vehicle, head on collision. Squad 41 assisted with patient care and handled debris/fluid clean up. Station 4 fire police also assisted with traffic control.
4:03pm - Vehicle Accident
While SQ41 handled the other first due accident, Engine 43 responded with mutual aid units to Interstate 81 in the area of the 12 mile marker for a vehicle accident. Units found a 2 vehicle accident involving a tractor trailer and passenger car.
4:05pm - Fire Alarm
While SQ41 and E43 were on vehicle accidents, Truck 42 responded to Lowe’s for a fire alarm. Units found an accidental activation.
Last evening, Station 4 members took part in our yearly doll house burn constructed and presented by Assistant Chief 48 (D. Olson). The purpose of burning the doll house is to help have a better understanding of fire behavior and flow paths. AC48 demonstrated several different fire scenarios showing how our actions on the fire ground can affect fire conditions. The doll house also allowed for members to read smoke conditions.
*Calls*
3:59pm - Vehicle Accident
Squad 41 responded to the area of 2197 Lincoln Way East for a vehicle accident. Squad 41 found a two vehicle, head on collision. Squad 41 assisted with patient care and handled debris/fluid clean up. Station 4 fire police also assisted with traffic control.
4:03pm - Vehicle Accident
While SQ41 handled the other first due accident, Engine 43 responded with mutual aid units to Interstate 81 in the area of the 12 mile marker for a vehicle accident. Units found a 2 vehicle accident involving a tractor trailer and passenger car.
4:05pm - Fire Alarm
While SQ41 and E43 were on vehicle accidents, Truck 42 responded to Lowe’s for a fire alarm. Units found an accidental activation.
We had a blast participating in the annual Christmas parade. Thanks to all who waved and cheered us on. Merry Christmas 🎄
Watch for the Franklin’s Volunteers in the annual Downtown Chambersburg Christmas Parade! Flash us a 4 if you spot us!!
**Calls for Friday 11/17/23**
3:22pm - Barn Fire - Truck 42 and Utility 44, in the area, responded to the 16800 Block of Scribey Rd for a working barn fire. Units found a small barn, multiple vehicles, and the woods on fire. Due to a single lane road, Truck 42 staged about a mile from the scene to allow room for tankers to shuttle water. Utility 44 was able assist with the fire in the woods using a hand line.
4:32pm - Vehicle Accident w/ Entrapment - Lieutenant 44 and SQ41 responded to the 19.5 MM of Interstate 81 N for a vehicle accident with entrapment. CO7 found a 3 vehicle accident with no entrapment or injuries. LT44 held the assignment to CO7.
5:23pm - Inside Smoke Odor - Engine 43 and Truck 42 responded to the 600 Block of Hamilton Ave for an odor of smoke inside a residence. Units found a malfunctioning furnace unit.
7:00pm - Station 4 members cleaned all of the apparatus and engine bay. This is done at a minimum of every Friday.
3:22pm - Barn Fire - Truck 42 and Utility 44, in the area, responded to the 16800 Block of Scribey Rd for a working barn fire. Units found a small barn, multiple vehicles, and the woods on fire. Due to a single lane road, Truck 42 staged about a mile from the scene to allow room for tankers to shuttle water. Utility 44 was able assist with the fire in the woods using a hand line.
4:32pm - Vehicle Accident w/ Entrapment - Lieutenant 44 and SQ41 responded to the 19.5 MM of Interstate 81 N for a vehicle accident with entrapment. CO7 found a 3 vehicle accident with no entrapment or injuries. LT44 held the assignment to CO7.
5:23pm - Inside Smoke Odor - Engine 43 and Truck 42 responded to the 600 Block of Hamilton Ave for an odor of smoke inside a residence. Units found a malfunctioning furnace unit.
7:00pm - Station 4 members cleaned all of the apparatus and engine bay. This is done at a minimum of every Friday.
**Brush Fire**
2:04pm
Special Unit 44, Engine 43, and AC48 responded to the 7600 Block of Fort McCord Road for a brush fire. Units found an approximate 1/4 acre of leaves on fire in a wooded area. SU44 and E43 were able to extinguish the fire and prevent any further spreading. Tanker 13 was also on scene and supplied water.
2:04pm
Special Unit 44, Engine 43, and AC48 responded to the 7600 Block of Fort McCord Road for a brush fire. Units found an approximate 1/4 acre of leaves on fire in a wooded area. SU44 and E43 were able to extinguish the fire and prevent any further spreading. Tanker 13 was also on scene and supplied water.
**Fluid Spill**
11:06am
Squad 41 responded to the area of Boyer Mill Road and Warm Spring Road for a fluid spill. Squad 41 found a trail of diesel fuel on Boyer Mill Road and was able to handle it using absorbent with the help of Hamilton Township.
11:06am
Squad 41 responded to the area of Boyer Mill Road and Warm Spring Road for a fluid spill. Squad 41 found a trail of diesel fuel on Boyer Mill Road and was able to handle it using absorbent with the help of Hamilton Township.