LVFC Members Awarded by the Towson American Legion
December 06, 2009 - Several LVFC members were awarded by the Towson American Legion Post 22 for the awards of Volunteer Firefighter of the Year and Career Emergency Medical Technician of the Year. These awards are presented to those "first responders" who have exceeded the requirements expected of their positions, and who have demonstrated community service coupled with professional achievement. LVFC members Lieutenant Rodney Hyde and Firefighter Barry Brewer Jr. were both nominated for and awarded the Firefighter of the Year for their quick action on an emergency scene in April. While on scene of a motor vehicle accident on the inner-loop of the Baltimore beltway between Greenspring Avenue and Falls Road, LVFC's crew suddenly became ware of a vehicle at full speed headed right for them and their rescue squad. Brewer shouted to the crew to watch out, and Hyde opened his arms and herded his crew to safety before the fast moving car struck the rear of the rescue squad where they had all been standing. Without the sudden actions of these two individuals, the incident could have resulted into severe harm to LVFC's crew. Another LVFC member, Paramedic / Firefighter Daniel Finke, was awarded the Career Emergency Medical Technician of the Year. Finke joined the Baltimore County Fire Department in 2003 as an EMT, and enrolled in a 1,300-hour program on his own time to become certified as a paramedic. He then took training to become a firefighter, and now is trained and cleared to act as acting Lieutenant in the Emergency Medical Services Division. LVFC would like to congratulate and thank these LVFC members for their dedicated service and the professionalism they demonstrate.
Hyattsville Lieutenant Visits LVFC for Unique Training Discussion
November 30, 2009 - Members from LVFC had the unique opportunity to gain insight from a member of the District of Colmbia Fire Department (DCFD) who responded to the Metro train collision which occurred on the Red Line in Washington, DC earlier this year. Firefighter Scott Hudson, assigned to DCFD Rescue 2, was a member of one of the first fire department units to arrive at the scene and provided insight on various topics of discussion including operational, logistical and command aspects of the incident, the importance of rescue tool and equipment familiarization, an understanding of rail and rail vehicle construction, and lessons learned based off of personal experiences from the tragic event. In addition to working for the District of Columbia, Firefighter Hudson is a Lieutenant at the Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department in Prince George's County, Maryland and provided LVFC members the opportunity to tour Hyattsville's new Rescue Squad 1.
Members Recognize LVFC's 100th Year Anniversary
October 28, 2009 - In recognition of LVFC's 100th year anniversary, members gathered to acknowledge the successful achievement of a century of service to the community of Lutherville and greater Baltimore County. At approximately 20:00 hours, LVFC Life Member Tim Mullin Jr. recognized the company's 100th anniversary via Baltimore County Fire Dispatch Main 1: "On this date and at this time 100 years ago, a group of citizens from the village of Lutherville met 'for the purpose of organizing a permanent and reliable Volunteer Fire Company'. Since that time, the members of the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company have continuously been protecting the citizens of Lutherville and Baltimore County. Please alert this station in recognition of the 100 years of service and sacrifice by members of the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company and their families, and in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Company." Dispatch responded by alerting the station and announcing the following: "Baltimore County Fire Dispatch alerting Station 30 in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company, and in recognition of 100 years of service and sacrifice by its members and their families. Congratulations on a century of service."
LVFC Responds to Dwelling Fire off of Falls Road: Fire Box 50-11
September 26, 2009 - At approximately 12:38am, Squad 303 was alerted to respond to the report of a dwelling fire with fire in the attic on Forwood Court. First arriving units reported a two-story single family dwelling with fire showing through the roof. Command immediately requested a tanker strike team due to the lack of fire hydrants/water supply in the area and a second alarm assignment. Shortly thereafter, crews from Squad 303 and other Baltimore County units arrived and conducted an immediate search of the dwelling to ensure all occupants were safely evacuated. Engine 302 responded to the incident as part of the tanker strike team and transported water to the scene from designated fill sites. Due to a partial roof collapse and lack of water available to units on scene, command ordered all crews operating in the structure to evacuate and assume defensive exterior operations. Crews operated on the scene for over four hours.
Lutherville Responds to First-Due Rescue: Rescue Box 30-02
September 22, 2009 - At approximately 10:21am, Station 30 units were alerted for a 10-50PI Rescue on Pot Spring Road between Cinder Road and Deer Fox Lane. As Engine 307 was returning from a wires-down call, dispatch advised the crew to standby and prepare to copy a rescue assignment. E307 responded from the road while Squad 303 responded from the station. E307 was the first arriving unit on scene and reported one vehicle into a tree with one person heavily entrapped. Shortly thereafter, Squad 303 arrived along with Tower 17 and both units began shoring up the vehicle for stabilization purposes. Due to the awkward position of the vehicle and the uneven terrain, crews utilized Squad 303's crane, portable winch, and rescue struts to provide stabilization to the vehicle. Crews then worked to begin the lengthy extrication process of cutting the patient free, which was completed in approximately 35 minutes. The patient was then stabilized, packaged and prepared for transport to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Units on Scene: DC1, E307, SQ303, TOW17, M17, EMS7, E17, U304
Apartment Kitchen Fire in Rodgers Forge: Fire Box 1-14
September 01, 2009 - At approximately 12:55am, Engine 307 and Squad 303 responded to a report of an apartment fire in the Rodgers Forge neighborhood of Towson. As the first arriving engine, E11’s officer established command and advised smoke showing from the apartment building due to a possible kitchen fire. Shortly thereafter, E307’s crew arrived as the third engine and immediately assisted units on scene by conducting a primary search of the fire building and evacuating the adjacent structures. Crews from E11 and E101 handled extinguishment while S303’s crew assisted units on scene with ventilation, utilities, search of any hidden fires or hotspots in the walls and / or ceiling, and scene lighting. Units on scene: BC1, E11, E101, E307, E14, T1, T17, S303, and M1.
Late Night Storm Passes through Central Baltimore County
August 28, 2009 - At approximately 12:30am, LVFC received its first storm-related call of the night and responded to a single vehicle accident on the inner loop of I-695 between Dulaney Valley and Providence Roads. As the storm moved through the region during the early morning hours, Station 30 responded to approximately 20 calls throughout Lutherville and central Baltimore County. Due to the high volume of calls, LVFC members fully staffed all apparatus throughout the night, as several LVFC units and other Baltimore County units were continuously on the road for several hours providing emergency services to the community. As the vicious storm brought large amounts of rain and wind to the region, a large concentration of significant storm damage occurred throughout Historic Lutherville, resulting in numerous downed power lines, fallen trees and substantial property damage. Units responding throughout the early morning hours included: E307, E301, U304 and S303.
LVFC Hosts Vehicle Extrication Training
August 21, 2009 - On Friday August 21, 2009 the volunteers of the Lutherville Fire Company hosted Stations 17 (Texas) and 1 (Towson) in an evening of vehicle extrication training. This 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. LVFC members also were able to train with the new Squad 303, utilizing its crane in the extrication process.
LVFC Honored at Earth Treks
August 20, 2009 - Lutherville’s Engine 307 attended an appreciation ceremony hosted by Rescue 1 and Earth Treks at the Earth Treks climbing gym in Lutherville. Engine 307’s crew was part of the successful save of a cardiac arrest patient at the gym earlier this month. Along with the crew of Engine 307, Medic 17, EMS 7 and the staff of Earth Treks were honored for their role in the save. The patient also attended the ceremony to thank his rescuers.
LVFC Responds to Jack-Knifed Tractor Trailer
August 13, 2009 - At approximately 3:30am, Squad 303 and Engine 302 responded to the report of a 10-50PI Rescue on the ramp between innerloop I-695 and I-83 North (Harrisburg Expressway) involving a jack-knifed tractor trailer. As the first arriving unit, Medic 1 established command, confirmed that no patients were trapped and canceled the rescue assignment. However, as one of the saddle fuel tanks on the tractor trailer was punctured during the incident, command requested additional resources to the scene, including HazMat 114 as well as an emergency response unit from the Maryland Department of the Environment. The crew from Squad 303 used their rescue tools to gain access to the tank and acted quickly to plug the fuel leak and contain the hazardous diesel fuel. Units on scene include: S303, E302, M1, HazMat114, F14.
