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Extrication on I-83 South in Hunt Valley: Rescue Box 39-83
August 16, 2010 - At approximately 6:00pm, Squad 303 was dispatched for a motor vehicle accident with entrapment on I-83 South at Shawan Road in Hunt Valley. First arriving units from Baltimore County Station's 39 (Cockeysville) and 17 (Texas) confirmed one occupant trapped that required extrication. Initial crews stabilized the victim and began disentangling the victim from the wreckage. Squad 303's crew arrived and assisted units on the scene with the extrication. The patient was removed from the vehicle and transported via Maryland State Police Medevac to Shock Trauma in Baltimore. (Pictures courtesy of Cockeysville Volunteer Fire Company)
Accident Traps Three on Goucher Boulevard in Towson: Rescue Box 11-01
July 15, 2010 - At approximately 10:00pm, Squad 303 was alerted to respond to the report of a 10-50PI with rescue at the intersection of Acorn Circle and Goucher Boulevard across from Towson MarketPlace in Towson. While en route, first arriving units advised a two vehicle accident with three patients trapped in one vehicle. As the vehicle was resting against a tree limiting access to the injured patients, Squad 303's crew assisted Truck 1's crew in gaining access to and removing the driver's side doors to extricate the patients, who were then packaged and transported to local hospitals for evaluation.
2-Alarm Building Fire at Bond Lumber in Lutherville: Fire Box 30-10
July 11, 2010 - At approximately 5:30pm, Station 30 was alerted for the report of a building fire on Railroad Avenue off of Seminary Avenue in Lutherville. Located less than a mile from the station, Engine 302 responded and while en route encountered smoke in the area and received reports from other responding units that a column of smoke was visible in the distance. Upon arrival, Engine 302 found an large storage facility on fire at Bond Lumber Yard and immediately secured a water source from the nearest fire hydrant. Engine 302 then established command, conducted an initial assessment, requested a working fire assignment, and began defensive exterior operations due to heavy fire conditions and a partial roof collapse. Due to the size of the building and to protect adjacent structures from the fire, command requested a 2nd alarm assignment which provided additional support and personnel to the scene. Ladder pipes operations were established utilizing Truck 1 and Tower 17 to fight the fire from above as well as several handlines from the ground. Engine 307 as well as Squad 303 also responded to the scene and assisted with attacking the fire and performing overhaul. Baltimore County Fire Investigation Division was notified and units remained on scene for approximately four hours. (Photos by Michael Walker)
Engine and Squad Run House Fire in Glen Arm: Fire Box 38-07
July 10, 2010 - At approximately 10:30am, Station 30 was alerted to respond to the report of a dwelling fire on Holly Branch Court off of Dulaney Valley Road in Glen Arm. As Long Green's district has no hydrants, Lutherville responded with Engine 302, which contains 1,000 gallons of water. While en route, Station 38 (Long Green) units arrived, established command, advised heavy smoke showing from the basement and requested a working fire assignment along with several tankers. As the third arriving engine, Engine 302's crew immediately advanced a handline toward the basement, making an initial attack on the fire. Squad 303 also responded as part of the working fire assignment and assisted with ventilation, performed overhaul, and secured utilities. It was reported that multiple contractors conducting work at the residence suffered serious burns. Crews remained on scene for approximately four hours.
Fully Involved Dwelling off of Pot Springs Road: Fire Box 17-15
July 09, 2010 - At approximately 4:50pm, Station 30 was alerted for the report of a dwelling fire on Anglo Hill Road off of Pot Springs Road. Engine 302 responded, and while en route, Station 17 (Texas) units advised heavy smoke in the distance and requested a working fire assignment. Upon arrival, Station 17 units established command, advised the rear of the house was fully involved, and began exterior defense operations to fight the fire. Engine 302's crew arrived and immediately established a water source, protected nearby exposures and began knocking the fire at the rear of the dwelling with assistance from other units. Units remained on scene for approximately three hours. (Photos by Adam Zoltowski)
Dwelling Fire on Warren Road: Fire Box 17-19
July 08, 2010 - At approximately 1:30am, Engine 307 and Squad 303 were alerted for the report of a dwelling fire at the intersection of Warren Road and Greenside Drive. While en route, Station 17 (Texas) units arrived, established command, and advised smoke showing from the second floor. As the second arriving engine company, Engine 307's crew immediately advanced a backup handline into the dwelling while Squad 303's crew conducted an initial search. After the fire was knocked, crews performed overhaul and remained on scene for approximately two hours.
2-Alarm Townhome Fire in Parkville: Fire Box 10-18
July 06, 2010 - At approximately 1:10am, Squad 303 was alerted to respond to the report of a dwelling fire on Ebony Road off of Waltham Woods Road in Parkville. While en route, Station 10 (Parkville) units arrived, established command and advised heavy fire from the rear of the structure. To prevent fire from spreading into the adjoining town homes, command requested a 2nd alarm assignment for additional personnel. Squad 303's crew assisted Truck 8 with ventilating the roof, performed overhaul, and provided exterior and interior lighting. Engine 307 responded on the 2nd alarm assignment, stood by and was then transferred to Station 11 (Hillendale) for several hours to fill in. (Photos by Adam Zoltowski)
Lutherville Participates in Towson's 4th of July Parade
July 03, 2010 - LVFC celebrated Independence Day with the community by participating in Towson's Annual 4th of July Parade. Apparatus made available for the parade included Rescue Squad 303 and Utility 304.
Double Rollover on Interstate 83 in Ruxton: Local Box 14-80
June 29, 2010 - At approximately 5:30pm during rush hour traffic, Station 30 was alerted to respond to the report of a motor vehicle accident with multiple vehicles overturned on northbound Interstate 83 between the Baltimore City line and Ruxton Road. Squad 303 assisted Station 14 units at location with patient assessment, care and packaging. Multiple patients were transported to local hospitals.
Lutherville Hosts Vehicle Extrication Training
June 21, 2010 - On Monday, June 21st the volunteers of the Lutherville Fire Company hosted career Station 17 (Texas) in an evening of vehicle extrication training. The training was an excellent opportunity for personnel who operate together on vehicle accidents to have a chance to work together on a few unique simulated accidents. Officers and senior personnel from both companies provided insight throughout the evening, mentoring members on extrication operations and tactics.
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