LAST CALL- #0038 2/28/14 Rescue Company due on the local medical!
Saying goodbye to one of our own!!!
It is with great heart break that we must announce the passing of Life Member and brother firefighter Robert "BOB" Appleby. We have all had the honor of becoming better fireman, and people for having the pleasure of knowing him. With his many years of experience as a firefighter for MT.ZION and as an EX-Fire Chief for our neighboring Department of FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, he was always willing to give pointers or take the time to educate the members so we would understand the true dangers of our biggest enemy. FIRE. His legacy and spirit will live on though out all the Fireman in which he helped mold and shape to be the best of the best, along with Knowledge, his practical jokes, or fun filled stories that he always had for us. He was always just full of life and his presence and smile would always lighten the mood. As we keep Bob's family in our thoughts and prayers we can keep a smile on our faces to honor him and know that the heavens needed another firefighter and by calling Bob home we know they will gain the experience that is Required, with a couple laughs in between. We will never forget you Appleby. Its time for your rest we've got it from here!!!
Love always your family on the hill
“I'd like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow
of smiles when life is done.
I'd like to leave an echo
whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times
and bright and sunny days.
I'd like the tears of those who grieve,
to dry before the sun
Of happy memories that I leave
When life is done.”
― Carol Mirkel
Love always your family on the hill
“I'd like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow
of smiles when life is done.
I'd like to leave an echo
whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times
and bright and sunny days.
I'd like the tears of those who grieve,
to dry before the sun
Of happy memories that I leave
When life is done.”
― Carol Mirkel
From the fire line and table officers we would all like to thank each and everyone of our members for their pride and continued dedication to both The Mt.Zion Fire Department and the residence of Exeter Township. A big thank you also goes to all of our fans and supporters, we thank you all for your continued help and support! We are looking forward to seeing you all and assisting anyone that is in need of help. We are just a phone call away!!!
End of the year call run tally
2013 Total Runs =150
Working Structure Fires-5
Vehicle Fires-2
wild land Fires-11
EMS-68
Motor Vehicle Crashes- 27
Hazmat-7
Public Assist-18
Activated Alarms-12
End of the year call run tally
2013 Total Runs =150
Working Structure Fires-5
Vehicle Fires-2
wild land Fires-11
EMS-68
Motor Vehicle Crashes- 27
Hazmat-7
Public Assist-18
Activated Alarms-12
Provided Below are pictures of the working box alarm in Luzerne Borough (station 157 first due coverage) 11/26/13
The weekend of October 12th and 13th Assistant chief Brian Redmond Jr. Lieutenant Mark Ostrowski, and probationary firefighter Austin Nocera participated in a local level Structure burn Session with the burn class being in White Hall Pennsylvania. We would like to send A huge thank you to Trucksville Chief Robert Smith and Fire Department for there hospitality and also to White Hall Fire Department for the use of there burn building. We are defiantly looking forward to next years burn!
Upgrade to our Rescue Company services!
This project couldnt have been possible with out the assistance of DCNR after they obtained the truck from Fort Indian-Town Gap.
Out with the old In with the new. This past weekend members placed this 1995 International 5 man Rescue - Pumper into service to replace our Dodge Mini rescue. This truck is capable of carrying 1200 Gallons of water with a pump capable of pumping 750 gallons per minute. This truck also carries the full compliment of ResQ Tech hydraulic tools (Cutter,spreader,ram, Air bags) You will also find your normal misc Ladders, hand tools, access kits. Go to our apparatus page for more pictures.
With updated Equipment we are as ready as we can be for the upcoming Forestry Wild land fire Season.
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MT.ZION FIRE - RESCUE
The Mt.Zion Fire Departmet of Luzerne county Pennsylvania is a very dedicated department full of devoted men and women willing to sacrifice their all to protect the citizens of Exeter Township, and surrounding communities. We provide protection against fire related emergencies, vehicle rescue, and assist in emergency medical calls. Our members like to have fun but we are very serious about our job and we train as much as possible to keep up our skills to provide our services to the best of our abilities.
