Welcome to Garden City Fire Company
The Garden City Fire Co. No.1 incorporated in 1944, provides fire protection for Nether Providence Township, Rose Valley Borough and it’s surrounding communities. Our company along with our sister company South Media Fire Co. No.1 comprise the Nether Providence Township Fire Department of Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
Engine update 2/20/19
The new engine is moving right along and is nearing completion. The final details are now being completed. The committee will be heading out in 2 weeks for the final inspection and we look to have the engine in station early to mid April.
Is the rear an intake or discharge or both and what's your pump and tank size guys
Who does the graphics on the engine, manufacturer or is it an aftermarket thing? Just curious about it.
Just before 1800 hours, township companies along with companies 14, 52, and RIT and MICU 23 were dispatched to the 400 block of Christian Lane for a reported house fire. Chief 65 arrived on scene with a 2 story single family with nothing evident from the exterior. Upon further investigation, a fire was found on the stove which was starting to extend into the hood and cabinets above. Engine 65 arrived and stretched a line inside. The crew was quickly able to knock the fire down using a dry chemical extinguisher to prevent any further damage or extension. Chief 65 had the command.
South Media Fire Company
Swarthmore Fire & Protective Assn. - Station 14
Brookhaven Fire Co. Station 52 Delco, Pa
Media Fire Hook and Ladder #1 - Station 23
Congratulations to William Rigby of the Chester City Fire Department on his promotion today from Deputy Commissioner to Commissioner. We wish you the best of luck and look forward to continuing our relationship with you guys!
And a big shout out to retired Nether Providence Police Officer, great man and father of the new Commissioner William Rigby. Looking great George. We miss you.
Today, 5 members of our new engine committee traveled to the Pierce Factory in Appleton, Wisconsin to do our mid build inspection. The committee briefly went over the truck today and finalized some minor details with it. Tomorrow, we will be back at the plant in the morning to go over the truck in detail to make sure everything is being built to our specifications and needs.
Engine 65-1 for now
Looking good so far!
Safe travels.
When the GCFD was on Blakeley RD, there was a plaque outside dedicated to those who served in WWII. My father & his 4 brothers were listed, Townsend. My uncle, Verne, was at the top as paying Supreme Sacrifice. If the plaque is still there, could someone please take a photo & post on FB? I would love to see it again. Thank you.
Will this be the new 65-1 or 65-2
Cool.
Engine update 1/29/19
This week, the cab and pump were mounted on the chassis along with various other components. The interior components are coming along nicely and should be completed in the next week or so. 5 members from the committee will be traveling out to the plant next week for the midway building review.
Just after 1300 hours today, township companies were dispatched to the 300 block of Governors Dr for a brush fire. Engine 65 arrived on scene to find outdoor furniture on fire against the building. The crew from the engine placed an attack line in service and quickly knocked the fire. Minor extension was found in the soffit area and crews overhauled the area and hit any hot spots. As the Engine was clearing, the box was dispatched to the 600 block of S Chester Road for a commercial building fire. Crews located a malfunctioning heater and the assignment was scaled back. Engine 65 also handled a car fire shortly after which turned out to be an overheated vehicle.
Engine update 1/20/19
This week, the cab and some of the body has been painted, the emergency lights have been installed on the cab, the electrical components are being ran, and the plumbing on the pump is moving along. The motor has also been mounted on the chassis. The engine is moving along right on schedule. Several committee members will be heading out in the next few weeks to perform an inspection on the work completed so far.
A few scenes from our Chicago Fire screening honoring our #firstresponders at Garden City Fire Company #1 tonight! We are honored to be here with them and South Media Fire Company to enjoy the show - and, more important, learn how our communities can help their volunteer fire companies.
Here is a photo of Chief ORourke and Stella from NBC10’s hit TV show Chicago Fire at FDIC
Last night NBC10’s event at the fire house couldn’t have gone any better. We cannot thank them enough for coming to the station and promoting not only the township fire companies but all volunteer companies across our region. It is our hope that people across our area see the impact volunteer fire companies have on their communities. We ask anyone who has any type of skill set that you think would benefit the fire companies, to please stop by any Wednesday night at 7pm. If you don’t have a specific skill set and you just want to help out, we will provide you with the necessary training. Thank you to everyone who took the time out of their night to come to the station!
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Wish I lived back in Garden City - I'd be there in a heartbeat. Best of luck recruiting.
Awesome! #charlotte
Today, Chief Pat ORourke and Captain Marc Huffnagle from the South Media Fire Company traveled down to NBC10 Philadelphia studios to participate in a live broadcast to help support volunteer fire departments across our area. Tomorrow night, NBC 10 will be holding an open house in conjunction with the Nether Providence Township Fire Departments to help promote residents to join their local fire departments. The event will take place at the Garden City Fire Company located at 412 Moore Road. For more details, please check out our Facebook event and come on out to see what your local volunteer fire department is all about!
www.dropbox.com/s/pmvdguz0zclqjm7/11AM%20FIREHOUSE%20SCREENING%20INTV%201-15-2019.mp4?dl=0
Engine Update 1/14/19
This week the rest of the body was fabricated and the pump was mounted on its frame. We are still ahead of schedule on the build and looking to have the new engine by early April.
Check out the link below for our 2018 year end video!
youtu.be/Hp_yR-suYd0Garden City Fire Company; 2018 Year in Review. Nether Providence Township, Pennsylvania.
