Welcome to the official webpage of ​YORK TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT
we are a VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY PROUDLY SERVING THE CITIZENS OF YORK TOWNSHIP AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1913.

"We Strive to Save"

Upcoming events: 
1st Chicken BBQ of 2019 April 6 starts at 12 noon
Blue Grass concert Saturday March 9, doors open at 5

Chicken BBQ are during months April, May, June, July, September
Blue Grass concert 2nd Saturday of months October-May

                 19 COVERAGE AREA

Call run total this year
​ to present for 2019: 119
​Jobs: 
Pins: 

2018 call run total: 1003
Jobs: 17
​Pins: 3

Contact us at:
717-741-0023
2318 South Queen St. York, PA 17402

Live-in spots open

Station 19 has two openings for our live-in program. Residents live for free in return for staffing the firehouse. 
​Must have an Interior Firefighter Qualified Certificate and HazMat Operations. Vehicle Rescue, Truck Company, and CPR courses preferred but not required.
Inquire by stopping by our firehouse anytime or calling us at 717-741-0023.

Picture of the Month

Up coming training

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1/12-13/2019

19 house is hosted a NFA Incident Safety Officer Course this past weekend. Thanks to Instructor Jerry Ozog

12/18/18
Tractor trailer crash on I-83

Rescue 19, Engine 19, and Engine 892 responded to an accident involving 2 tractor trailers. The accident occurred at Exit 16 of Interstate 83. There were no injuries.

12/7/18
Rollover on I-83

MVA rollover at exit 16 I-83 this afternoon. There were no injuries.

11/26/18
​Rollover MVA

Rollover accident at Powder Mill Road and Tyler Run Road in York Township today sent Rescue 19 and Engine 19. Engine 892, MICU 36, and MICU 892 also responded.

11/25/18
​Rest easy Chris Starr

It is with heavy hearts that Goodwill Fire Company #1 York Township announce the passing of fellow member and brother Chris Starr (on right in photo). Chris is pictured here with his father, Paster Starr. Chris passed away yesterday, Saturday November 24th at York Hospital. Chris was an active member at York Township Station 19 for 24 years in the Fire Police Unit and helped with the fundraising activities. We will greatly miss Chris. Our prayers go out to the Starr family.

11/18/18
Helping neighbors 

Members of our department walked through the Hill n Dale Development of York Township on Saturday installing smoke alarms; one week after a tragic fatal fire claimed the life of a man who had no working alarms in his home.  

11/15/18
​Tractor trailer vs power pole

Engine 19 assisted Rescue 36 on Cape Horn Road this morning. Credit-Capt. Mann

11/8/18
​Small fire

Smoke in a home sent a box to Dallastown Borough. Firefighters found a small fire around the boiler vent in the floor. Engine 191 and Truck 192 assisted.

11/8/18
​Fire Police called to assist

Today around 8:53 in the morning, fire station 31 (Newberry) was alerted for a MVA W/Injuries on I-83 NB north of exit 33 (Yocumtown). Shortly after the dispatch, the call was updated to an MVA W/Entrapment. At 9:15 in the morning, fire police from 19 and other departments were called to assist with the closer of I-83 NB. I-83 NB was closed for awhile for an investigation to occur. Fire police 19 responded along with Traffic 19 and were tasked with closing I-83 NB at exit 33, then went on to assist with other tasks along the detour. Fire Police from 31, 89, 26, 22, 64, 66, 65 were also on scene, along with Traffic Units from 89, 100 and 68.  Penn DOT was also on scene to help with the closer on I-83. Great job by all who were involved.            

11/5/18
Grain bin fire

Tower Ladder 19 is assisting Craley Fire Company in Lower Windsor Township with a grain bin on fire. Photo credit Whightsville Fire & Rescue Company 41 and J. Grim.

10/24/18
Fire at Sal's Pizza

A fire at Sals Pizza in Shrewsbury sent Ladder 19 on first alarm. A quick knock on the fire by first arriving companies.

10/6/18
Engine 19 dedication 

Engine 19 was dedicated to former member Dale E Slenker Sr. who actively gave 55 years of service to the Goodwill Fire Company of York Township, serving in many different roles through out the years. In the picture of Engine 19 is Dales's wife, Barb Slenker, going for a ride in the new engine.

10/5/18

Members spent the day getting ready for open house and our engine dedication on October 6. 

9/3/18
Reported fire at IHOP

Engine and Tower Ladder responded with automatic aid to I HOP today for a light haze of smoke in the building.

8/31/18
​Flooding in Southern York County

Rescue Squad, Tower Ladder, and Engine 19 responded to numerous calls in Hellam, Brogue, and Glen Rock areas.

8/18/18
​York County Firefighter Convention

Engine 191 and Truck 191 participated in the York County Firefighters Convention today hosted by Alert Fire Company in Emigsville. 
Both apparatus obtained best appearing awards in their categories. 
Four firefighters remained in quarters to handle first due calls.

7/25/18
​Multiple call day

Department members responded to 8 calls for service overnight and this morning. Most were dealing with high water/ water rescue.
Below are photos from an investigation of a submerged car in Mill Creek and an auto fire at the Hampton Inn.

7/23/18
​Promotion 

We would like to congratulate Chad Gettys being promoted to Engine Lieutenant.

7/19/18
​MVA on I-83

I-83 accident south of Exit 14 this morning. There were no injuries.

7/16/18
​Looking back in time

Going back in time...
​Sometime in the early 1970’s a gasoline tanker overturned on Interstate 83 in York Township just before what is now exit 15. At that time, it was known as “dead mans curve” near the New Fairview Church. Today, Goodwill Fire Company keeps an inventory of class B foam in the engine room. Does anyone remember this accident nearly 50 years ago? (These are slides projected against a block wall.)

7/14/18
​Promotion

Congratulations to JR Mann on your promotion as Fire Captain.

7/11/18
MVA w/ Rollover

Rollover with Rescue in the 19-6 box brought E19, Truck 192, E892, Rescue 36, MICU 19, MICU 892, YAPD, York Co. HazMat. Thank you to all the bystanders who helped pull three adults out of the car with non- life threatening injuries. First responders worked together to move the patients with stokes baskets and a low haul rope system. Accident occurred at Powder Mill at Tyler Run Road.

7/6/18
Send off to member Chris Egan

We couldn’t let Chris Egan leave fire station 19 for a second time without a little photo-shoot send off. Thank you Chris for your service to our department. Chris leaves on Monday.

7/5/18
​Well involved fire in the first due

Fire station 19 responded in York Township to a small apartment fire on Manor Road near Powder Mill Road. The resident was not home at the time. Fire was under control in 20 minutes. 
Departments who assisted where Yoe, Dallastown, Red Lion, YAUFR, and York Regional EMS. Thanks to Jacobus for the station coverage.

7/4/18
Fireworks causes fire

Last night in Spry / York Township, area fire departments responded to an exterior fire impinging on a house caused by neighbors lighting fireworks.
The new Pennsylvania law says that consumer grade fireworks should be lit a minimum of 150 feet away from buildings. Please be safe and keep a bucket of water nearby in case a small fire occurs. Have a safe 2018 Independence Day

6/11/18

Congratulations to Mike Noel for returning to Deputy Chief 19 and Sean Smith to Assistant Chief 19 at tonight’s company meeting.

5/17/18
Transfer for the Engine

Engine Company transfer to Wrightsville Station 41 while the 19 house had 4 firefighters cover the first due.

5/14/18
MVA w/rollover

Rescue 19, Engine 18, MICU 18 & 892 responded to this accident today on Pine Grove Road in the township. Both patients had non life threatening injuries.

5/7/18
RIT call for Truck 19

Truck 191 with a crew of 6 responded to the 63-12 working fire box for RIT this evening.

4/30/18
Accident in front of the station 

South Queen Street was shut down for an extended amount of time in the area of Handles Ice Cream due to an accident. There were no injuries.

3/28/18
Memorial Service for Firefighters Flanscha and Anthony

Last Alarm March 22, 2018
Rest easy Firefighter Ivan Flanscha and Firefighter Zachary Anthony. We got the line from here.

3/25/18
Boot Drive for York City Fallen Firefighters

We would like to thank everyone who stopped by and donated to the York City Firefighters Fund. We collected $19,550.00 between Saturday and Sunday.

3/23/18
Working Fire in Springfield Twp.

Engine 19 with 3, Truck 191 with 5 and the Fire Chief assisted 18 with there early morning fire.

3/22/18

Our thoughts and prayers to the City of York Fire & Rescue Services.

3/21/18
Working Fire in York City

Engine 19 assisted York City Fire Rescue with a warehouse fire on Wednesday at Philadelphia and Broad Streets.
Photo credit’s:
M. Naylor 
W. Tracey
White Rose Response

3/17/18
​York St. Patrick's Day

Fire station 19 with 22 members participated in the York Saint Patrick’s Day Parade today. Firehouse also remained fully staffed. Thanks to Fayetteville Company 7 for helping cover our fire district and thanks to Vincenzo’s Pizza on South George Street.

3/16/18
What started as a Fire Alarm

Fire alarm upgraded to house fire. Around 1400 this afternoon Engine and Truck 19 with 8 firefighters assisted Station 18 with a small fire in a single family home. Crews works great as a team to hold the fire to the area of origin. Station 19 remained staffed with 4 additional members to staff the Squad.
Photo Credits to Fire Police Lt Ryan Fisher
Special Thanks to Dover Station 6 for the Engine coverage.

3/9/18
Fire Police All Call for manpower 

Traffic 19 responded with 2 to assist Fire Police from 31 (Newberry) with an MVA on I-83. Traffic 19 was first directed to stage at I-83 North Bound on ramp at Exit 28, then was later reassign to Old Trail Rd and York Heaven Rd. to help the detour traffic get back to the interstate.
​Credit: Fire Police Lt. 19

2/5/18
Traffic 19 called to help Fire Police from 18 

Traffic 19 was dispatched to help Fire Police from 18 on an MVA W/Rollover on Days Mill Rd. Traffic 19 and Fire Police Lt. 19 responded and were directed to shut down Days Mill Rd. at Croll School Rd.

2/3/18
Reported appliance fire in 89 land

Station 19 was alerted for an appliance fire in 89-4 territory, Truck 19-2 with 5 personnel, Engine 19-1 with 4 personnel, and Deputy and Capt 19 also responded in Car19.
Credit: Capt19

2/3/18
Fire Police called to help with an MVA on 83 North Bound 

At 1:55 am, Fire Police 19 along with Fire Police 18 (Jacobus) and 61 (Shrewsbury) were called out to help Fire Police from 63 (Loganville) with closing down I-83 North Bound at Exit 8 for an MVA W/Rollover involving 2 tractor trailers. Traffic 19 and Car 19-2 responded and operated for about 5 hours before being released.  

Photos Credited to: Gordons Body Shop Towing Service Center

2/1/18
Confined Space Refresher

This evening 15 members participated in a small refresher training on some of the Confined Space Rescue equipment carried on Rescue 19. Members worked as a team to set up and utilize our Sala winching tripod and the proper use of our Spec Pak patient extrication system.

1/17/18
Reported Structure Fire 

 Engine and Truck 191 were alerted to Parkview at Tyler Run Apartments for a High Risk Fire with Entrapment. Bystanders saw smoke in the hallway with a tenant calling for help in her apartment.
Engine 191 arrived with York Area Regional Pollice and stretched the 300’ attack line off the hosebed. 
The engine crew forced the door to the apartment with the attack line charged and found a female face down just inside the door. Police and firefighters lifted the patient to safety and extinguished a small cooking fire on the stove. The tenant was fine and was not transported to the hospital. 
Thanks to York Area Regional Police, York Regional EMS, Grantley EMS, YAUFR, Dallastown FC, West York Fire, Yoe Fire, and Red Lion Fire for the quick response.

1/16/18
Structure Fire in 37 (Windsor) box

Truck 191 and the Deputy Chief assisted on the vehicle fire upgraded to structure fire.

12/31/17
​Year End

The members of Station 19 would like to wish everyone a fire safe and happy 2018 new year. Tonight, our members meet at the firehouse in fellowship for a meal. Some photos below show how busy our 2017 year was with 892 station calls.

12/28/17
Working Fire in 89 land

Truck 192 responded as a part of the working fire assignment to assist YAUFR Company 89 in Springettsbury Township today. Engine 19 also transferred to Station 894 for 4 hours and Station 19 was still manned with a crew to cover our first due district

12/22/17
Multiple calls for the 19 House

It’s been a busy week at the 19 house. We’ve answered 24 calls including 3 building fires since last Friday. An average number of 11 firefighters responded for each dispatch. 
- Photo credits: FF Grim

12/9/17
Multiple calls for the 19 House during a light snow

A light snow fall made for a busy night in York Township. Station 19 had 7 calls for service including this vehicle accident in a creek on Imperial Drive.

12/6/17
Reported Structure Fire 

Engine and Truck with 7 firefighters assisted Company 35 with a small fire in the Township this evening.

12/2/17
Hazmat call on I-83

A liquified oxygen tanker overturned on Interstate 83 Exit 8 NB off-ramp in Springfield Township. 
Truck 191 was called to the scene as a compliment of fire apparatus and HazMat units in support and assistance to Loganville Fire Company 63. 
I83 was completely shut down between exit 10 and 4 during the call.
Any new agency may use photo: 
- Please credit: Captain McDonald, 
York Township Fire Department.

11/30/17
​MVA on I-83

Engine and Rescue 19, staffed with 10 firefighters, responded onto Interstate 83 near Lake Redman for a MVA Rollover with one occupant still inside. The accident occurred at 11:30am.
Photo credit: Z. Miller

11/30/17
Machine Fire/MVA

A machine on fire at Ecore Manufacturing and a Vehicle Accident with Entrapment kept Township firefighters busy this morning beginning at 330am. 14 firefighters at Station 19 staffed the Engine, Rescue, and Truck 19 for the two incidents. The vehicle accident was on South George Street near Southern Hills Road.

11/22/17

Truck 192 assisted Station 39 with a large “brush” fire. Truck was alerted at 230 in the afternoon and after arriving, flowed water the entire time. Station 19 remained staffed with two additional crews.

11/22/17
​MVA Rollover on I-83

Rescue Squad, Engine 191, Traffic 19, Car 19-2, Traffic 35 along with special guest Nashville Engine 11 responded on Interstate 83 at Exit 16 for a rollover accident. 
Very fortunate there were no injuries

11/2/17
​Structure Fire in 34 (Redlion) box

Today, Truck 19-2 responded automatic aid for a building fire in Red Lion that resulted in a quick stop by Company 34.

10/26/17
​MVA in 36 (Yoe) box

Engine and Rescue 19 assisted Yoe Fire- Rescue 36 with a vehicle accident in York Township this afternoon on Cape Horn Road.

10/23/17
​New Engine 19 takes in a vehicle fire

Passenger car fire in the first due today. No one was injured.

10/17/17
Working 3-Alarm Fire in York City

Station 19 assisted Station 99 on Boundary Ave for a house on fire

10/11/17
Jack Knifed Tractor Trailer on I-83

Crews were out with a jack knifed tractor trailer. All lanes of Interstate 83 southbound were blocked for about 2 1/2 hours south of Exit 14.

9/30/17
Open House and Fire Engines Rides

Thank you Congressman Scott Perry and Chief of Staff Lauren Muglia for visiting Fire Station 19 during our open house today!

9/27/17
​New Engine 19 arrives 

Engine 19 is a 2018 Pierce Enforcer Pumper

8/25/17
​Morining drill with Truck 19-2

Morning drill followed by a MVA on Indian Rock Dam road.

8/22/17
Vehicle Rescue Training 

8/11/17
Reported Fire Alarm in 34 box (Redloin)

Originally dispatched as a Fire Alarm today, Truck 19-2 responded to Red Lion Borough. First arriving apparatus reported a fire and the box was filled. The truck crew split and conducted roof operations and an interior search as the hoselines were advanced by the attack team. Truck 19-1 also responded.

8/11/17
MVA w/rollover

Rescue 19 and Engine 192 responded to a rollover MVA on Leader Heights Road overnight. MICU 18 transported one patient.

8/10/17
​Thank You to Wise Markets

Thank you very much to all of the Queensgate Weis Markets customers who purchased Gatorade for our fire station. Also, thanks to Gary and the Weis Employees for sponsoring the volunteers at 19. The Gatorade will be used to hydrate emergency personnel at fire incidents.

8/8/17
​Update on New Engine 191

After nearly a year of planning and waiting the NEW Engine 191 is moving along well on the assembly line. The new Engine is expected to be completed in mid to late September. Our hopes are to have it in station but not in service for our September open house for all to see.

8/7/17
​Early morning MVA on I-83 with Heavey Entrapment

Rescue 19 responded York Township onto Interstate 83 near Exit 14 (Leader Heights) for an accident with entrapment this morning at 0508 hours. The squad arrived with the driver entangled in the passenger compartment. 
Engines from Loganville 63 and YAUFR 89 also responded along with Rescue 61 (Shrewsbury), Traffic 19, Utility 63 (Loganville), Fire Police 36 (Yoe) and Traffic 35 (Dallastown).

7/25/17
MVA on I-83

Rescue Co. 19 and Engine 63 handled one overturned on 83 this morning.

7/23/17
Working Fire in 35 box

Shortly after Ropes and Rigging class the engine and truck were alerted to the 35-02 for a house fire. Engine, Truck and Duty Chief made the response with 8 members. Crews arrived and assisted with fire suppression, opening up and primary searches. Great stop by first arriving crews. Thanks to Wrightsville Fire & Rescue Company 41 for the engine coverage and 19 members for staffing Truck 192.

Basic Ropes & Rigging over the weekend of 7/22/17

Special Thanks to instructor Matt Russ 

7/15/17
Working Fire in the First Due

A lightning storm in York Township last night resulted in an attic fire in the 19-5 box. The fire was quickly extinguished causing damage to the attic and part of the second floor. Companies on scene were 19, 892, 1, 18, 35, 36, 34, RIT 41, and the American Red Cross.

7/13/17
​Working junk yard fire in 34 box

Truck 192 with 5 and Engine 192 with 4 assisted Company 34 with a multi alarm salvage yard fire this afternoon. Station 19 remained staffed with 9 to cover Truck 191 and the Rescue. Also special thanks to Engine Co. 41 for covering as well. Crews were welcomed back to the station by a meal prepared by wives and girlfriends. Thanks Ladies.

Electrical fire 

An electrical fire this evening in York Township in 35-219 box.
Photos credited: Michael Thomas Naylor

Working Fire in 36 box

Truck 192 takes in first working fire. Truck responded with 5 and assisted Yoe Fire Co. with a working fire in a single family dwelling.

6/11/17
Thank You Austin Tome for your service to our country

6/10/17
MVA w/entrapment

Fire and EMS responded to Leader Heights Road @ I83 for a MVA with entrapment this afternoon. Firefighters side flapped the roof and removed the driver side doors for patient access and removal.

6/9/17
Smoke in Structure in 35 box

Truck and Engine 19 are currently on a reported structure fire in the 700 block of Aldinger Dr. York Twp. for smoke in structure. Call was dispatch at 22:25.

6/9/17
Reported MVA

This afternoon Station 19 handled a single car accident with one confined. Rescue 19 removed the windshield and flapped the roof to remove the patient.

6/3/17
Working Fire in 18 Land

Tower Ladder 19 responded to Lake Road this morning in Springfield Township. We assisted Jacobus Company 18 and Loganville Company 63. Arriving apparatus found an advanced fire in a two story home. Firefighters made a good stop and rescued two dogs from the home.

5/30/17
TDA Training

After weeks of driver training the TDA and basic aerial set-ups, we finally ran her through her paces with a master stream drill. Five members climbed and operated the aerial from the remote.

5/26/17
Working Fire in 54 Land

​Truck 191 with five cleared a working house fire in Hopewell Twp., Station 54's first due. Truck crew assisted with interior and exterior overhaul operations before being released by Command.

5/21/17
Yearly Company Level Burn 

Fire Station 19 members had our spring company-level burn today at the York County Fire School.
Thanks to Wrightsville Rescue 41-1 for covering our district, thanks to York City Service 99 for Air, and thanks to Nelson and Stephanie Tome for helping us at the burn for doing medical coverage.

5/15/17
New Truck Training 

Aerial training at the 19 house all day... This morning members worked on tractoring and tillering EVOC stations, followed by a free lunch by Country Meadows. Then this afternoon we reviewed daily and weekly check procedures and then reviewed stabilization procedures and climbing.

5/13/17
Congrats to member Steven Burkins on your marriage

The Members of Station 19 wish Steven and Bailee Burkins many years of happiness.

5/11/17
Vehicle Rescue Training 

Members would like to thank Compleat Restoration for the cookout last night. Approximately 15 members were treated to Burgers, wings and other delicious foods and snacks. Afterwards crews worked on fine tuning their vehicle rescue skills. Crews worked on roof and door removal as well as stabilization.

5/3/17
Structure Fire in 63 box

Truck 19 and Engine 192 with 9 firefighters assisted Loganville Fire Company with a small fire on the second floor of a residence this afternoon. Good work by all crews on scene.

4/20/17
Back-to-Back call day at the 19 House

Crews handled 4 calls for service today including a Vehicle Accident with rollover. Minor injuries were reported and crews handled debris clean up. Other calls included a outside gas leak, appliance fire and a motorcycle accident.

4/19/17
Working Garage Fire in 34 Land

Engine, Truck and Duty Chief with 12 assisted on a working garage today. Crews were able to extinguish the fire quick and minimize damage.

4/18/17
Congrats to members Sam and Perry Witman

Everyone at YTFD Fire Station 19 would like to congratulate members Sam and Perry Witman on your marriage today. May you have many happy years ahead

4/13/17
Working Fire in 89 Land

​Engine 192 with 6  just cleared a working fire in Spring Garden Twp. The engine crew assisted with primary searches and overhaul operations. Fire Police from 19 also assisted.

4/10/17
Working Fire in the First Due

This evening around 2030 hours Station 19 and mutual aide companies were alerted for a structure fire with entrapment. With a thermal column and a glow from a distance chief 191 requested the working fire. Chief 19 & 191 arrived simultaneously and found a single story single family home with heavy fire on side Charlie and confirmed with the homeowner there was no entrapment. The Engine, Rescue, Truck and Car 192 made the response with 24 members. The home did sustain significant damage. Thanks to all companies involved, to Station 1 and 63 for the coverage, and thanks to the Red Cross for assisting the family and providing food for the firefighters.

4/8/17
Working kitchen fire in 35 Land

This evening Engine and Truck 19 were alerted to assist Company 35 with a working kitchen fire. The Engine, Truck and Duty Chief responded within a minute with 13 members. Crews assisted with searches, overhaul and roof operations. Traffic 19 with 5 fire police assisted with traffic control. Great stop by the crew of Engine Co. 35

4/8/17
Attic Fire in 89 Land

Truck 19 with 6 and the Duty Chief assisted company 891 with a small fire in the attic of a single family home this morning. Truck crew split and assisted with interior and laddering the building.

4/5/17
​Structure Fire in 34 box

Shortly before lunch Truck 19 with 6 and Car 19 with 1, assisted on a small fire in Red Lion. First arriving crews were able to extinguish the fire with minimal extension.

3/30/17
Dispatched for a "Debris Removal"

Station 19 was dispatched for a debris removal around 8:00 am. Duty Officer 19 turned the corner and discovered a vehicle vertically uplifed in the air. Further investigation found a single passenger that hit a underground transformer, the vehicle was actively leaking gasoline onto an active transformer. Met-Ed showed up and secured the power to the transformer. Thanks to everyone who were involved.
Photos credited: Austin Tome 

3/29/17
​Updates on the New Engine

Today, members of Fire Station 19 finished the Print Approval Meeting at Pierce Manufacturing in Appleton, Wisconsin on our new engine to come. 
 We would like to thank Cyle Sheaffer with Glick Fire Equipment for a professional experience. We will post new photos as the engine is built in the coming months.

3/29/17
Stand-by at 41 (Wrightsville)

The Rescue is currently transferred to Wrightsville Fire & Rescue Company 41 with Craley Fire Department while they operate on a second alarm fire in Columbia Borough. The Engine and Truck just cleared a fire alarm in the first due.

3/23/17
​MVA w/ Entrapment

Rescue Squad handles one trapped in the Township this afternoon. Engine Co. 35 assisted as well as fire police from 19 and 35.

3/17/17
Celebrate the life of Fire Lieutenant Dennis DeVoe

Today three members from Station 19 traveled to Harrisburg in the Rescue Squad to pay final respects and celebrate the life of Fire Lieutenant Dennis DeVoe. Words can not explain how touching and emotional the service was. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the Men and Women of all departments Lieutenant DeVoe served and to his family and friends.

3/17/17
​Reported Structure Fire High Risk

Reported as smoke from the roof, Truck 19 assisted Station 36/ Yoe Fire Company with a furnace malfunction at Apple Ford on Cape Horn Rd this morning.

3/11/17
​Harrisburg Bureau of Fire Line of Duty Death

Please keep Harrisburg Bureau of Fire in your thoughts and prayers as they morn the lost of Lieutenant Dennis DeVoe. Rest in Peace brother, we got the line from here. 

3/10/17
Keep Harrisburg Bureau of Fire in your thoughts and prayers

Last night at 20:20 hours while responding to a multiple alarm fire in the City Of Harrisburg, PA, Lt. Dennis DeVoe was involved in a motor vehicle accident. He was transported to the Hershey Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition. The family requests no visitors at this time. We would like to thank you for all of your support in this difficult time. Please pray for Denny and his family.

2/25/17
​Brush Fire

Engine 192 and Attack 36 - Yoe Fire Company responded to a brush fire in the township to the rear of 330 Lakeview Drive. The fire was caused by an animal in close contact with a power line. Winds helped fuel the fire and vegetation was very dry.

2/23/17
Operactional Check

This afternoon, the "day crew" conducted an operational check of Rescue 19, drilled on vehicle/patient extrication and then Engine 192 assisted North Codorus Township with a shed fire. Later in the evening, members got together at the firehouse for a cook-out.

2/23/17
​Volunteer Fair Day

Members of Station 19, Station 63, and Station 18 participated in Volunteer Day at Dallastown High School today.

2/21/17
​Working Woods Fire

Engine Co 19 with 8 assisted YAUFR Station 891 with a working woods fire today. Crews assisted with cutting fire line, hitting hot spots and cutting snags down

2/20/17
Day time training

The day crew spent some time today training at the 19 house, led by FAO Myers. 
(Photos by life member Kashner.)

2/14/17
Structure Fire Reported Entrapment

Truck 19 with 5 and the Chief assisted Station 36 with a working structure in Yoe Borough. Crews performed primary and secondary searches and assisted with fire attack.

2/13/17
Gas line struck

Construction crews struck another gas line on Joppa Road today in York Township. Engine 192 and Truck 19 evacuated 4 homes in the immediate area and provided line protection to the gas crews who secured the break.

2/6/17
Another Working Fire for the 19 Crew in a 35 box

The Engine and Truck dispatched to Dallastown borough for a report of a house on fire. Units arrived to find a wood frame constructed duplex with fire in a bedroom to the rear of the structure. All operating units made quick work of the fire upon arriving .

2/6/17
First Working Fire for the 2017 Year first due

Station 19 and mutual aide Companies handle a working fire in a multi-family dwelling today. Crews originally dispatched for a grease fire and arrived with a working fire. Crews made quick work of the intense fire and held the fire to unit of origin. Great job to FF David Miller as this was his first interior fire. Thanks to Engine 41 and Truck 1 for the coverage.

2/6/17
Early morning Ejection on I-83

MVA with one ejected Interstate 83 NB near Springwood Road underpass. Truck 19, Engine 192, and MICU 19 handled the call while clearing an alarm at the Hampton Inn. Engine 894 assisted.

1/30/17
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Pile up I-83 South at Exit 10

A Mass Casualty Accident today on Interstate 83 in Springfield Township brought Rescue 19 with 4 members along with Lieutenant 19B, Chief 's 19-1 and 19, Fire Police 19-2, 19-3, 19-6 and Traffic 19 (covered by 19-4). York Township assisted Station 63 in their first due. Rescues 61 and 59 responded as well as Engine 61 and about 10 ambulances. The accident involved about 50 vehicles  including tractor trailers. One tractor trailer driver was deceased and had to be cut out of the cab by Rescue's 19 and 61. Our condolences to the family. The Interstate was shut down for at least 7 hours. Witnesses said a snow squall came through the area with near zero visibility. The dispatch came in around 1:15pm.

1/25/17
Vehicle Rescue Training 

Last evening 14 members participated in a vehicle rescue exercise. Topics included: stabilization, roof removal, "b-post blow out" and dash lifts.

1/23/17
Steve Burkins promoted to Rescue LT

Congratulations to Steve Burkins on his promotion to Rescue Lieutenant. Steve has been a member at the 19 House since 2012 and had previous experience in Maryland prior to joining York Township.

1/18/17
​Driver traning skills with new drivers

Crews were out and about this evening working on some driver training. LT Tome worked on Engine operator skills while FF Oliver worked driving and setup on the tower.

1/6/17
Rescue 19 takes in 3 calls in less than an hour

Rescue Squad had a "hat trick" tonight in Wrightsville Borough. Squad responded with 4 RIT members as the 2nd RIT on a house fire, then relocated to the 41 house for a transfer assignment, followed by a chimney fire in a residence. (Photos curtesy Geoffrey Grim)

1/3/17
Rollover I-83 North

Rescue and Engine took in an MVA Rollover on I-83 North at Exit 16, during morning rush hour.
​Photos credited: William Folson

End of 2016

1/1/17
​Look back on 2016

The 2016 year, was a busy year for the 19 House, with 22 Working Fires, 6 Pin Jobs and a total of 879 calls. Average response time 2 minutes and an average of 11 firefighters a call.

12/22/16
First in for a Dryer Fire in 89 Local

Engine and Duty Officer assisted Co. 89 on a small commercial dryer fire this morning. Fire was contained to the dryer with no extension.

12/20/16
MVA Rollover in 18 Local 

Rescue Squad and fire police assisted Jacobus Engine 18 with vehicle accident with rollover into a house. Crews assisted with patient care and vehicle stabilization.

12/19/16
Chimmey Fire in 63 local

This morning Truck 19 and Chief 19 assisted Station 63 (Loganville) with a chimmey fire. Crews operated for a little over an hour.

12/3/16
Confinement on I-83

This evening around 1630 Rescue 19 was alerted for an unknown injury accident. As units called en-route York County advised of injuries and upgraded. Units arrived to find a two vehicle accident and assessed the patients. Although injuries were minor, it was decided to remove the roof to make removal of the patient easier. Engine 89-4 also assisted.

11/17/16
Confined-Space Exercise

Last evening twelve members participated in a Confined Space Rescue exercise. Crews reviewed air quality monitoring, tripod setup, ropes and haul systems and patient packaging and removal.
​Video: https://www.facebook.com/pg/YorkTownshipFireDepartment/videos/

10/30/16
Dual pull on a First Alarm in the City 

A large fire in numerous townhouses in York City brought York Township's Truck 19 and Engine 192 staffed with 10 members to the scene of 148-158 Maple Street. Apparatus was dispatched in the first alarm because of other fires in the city. Below are some images of tonight's fire.

10/28/16
First Due Basement Fire

A basement fire in the Fairways Development of York Township sent Engine 191, Engine 192, Truck 19, and Rescue 19 with twelve members. The fire was discovered by a neighbor. Fire was contained to the area of origin. Engines 891, 894, 35-2, Engine Tanker 36, Truck 34, Air 35 and RIT 41 also responded.

10/18/16
Photos from Fire Prevention 

15 firefighters @ the 19 House spent the last week meeting with 400-1st graders, Kindergarden, and preschoolers for Fire Prevention Week. 
We discussed: 
1. What is an emergency.
2. Detecting the sound of a smoke alarm.
3. Staying low and go.
4. What to do at night if there is a fire.
5. Having two ways out of every room in your home.
6. Calling 911 once you are at your favorite meeting spot outside.
7. What to do when you have pets and there is a fire.

10/17/16
19 House doing some Public Relations tonight

19 House had a fire prevention and fire trucks at the Queensgate McDonalds tonight.

10/17/16
​FOX 43 Meteorologist Drew Anderson with the morning crew at the 19 House

10/15/16
​First Due reported Appliance Fire

Truck and Engine just cleared a small appliance fire in the first due. Crews were able to confine the fire to area of origin and assisted with ventilating the building.

10/12/16
Engine 19-2 on a 35 box (Dallastown) for a fire

Engine 192 assisted Co. 35 with a small fire this evening.

10/11/16
Breakfast with Santa

YTFD would like to announce 'Breakfast with Santa', coming this December. We are still working out the details since he is in high demand that time of year, however check back for the official announcment!

10/6/16
MVA Car vs. Truck

​A passenger car into a dump truck today on Queenswood Drive in the Township luckily had only minor injuries. Everyone involved walked away

10/1/16
First Due Appliance Fire

Company 19 with twelve members took in a small fire two blocks up from the firehouse this afternoon. Fire was located in the basement and quickly extinguished.

9/30/16
​Rescue 19 at a Working 3 Alarm Fire  in West York Bro

​This evening around 1800 HRS. Rescue Squad 19 was alerted on the 1-01 box for a commercial building fire at an indoor gun range. Rescue 19 with 7 operated on scene for approximately 5 hours preforming multiple task before being placed available by command. During this time Station 19 had a crew and a stand-by company keeping the 19 district covered.
​Thank You to Station 41 for helping cover Station 19
Some photos credited: Geoffrey Grim, SPIN 
Links:
-Fox 43 News at 10:  http://fox43.com/2016/09/30/fire-at-indoor-shooting-range-in-west-york/
-Fox 43 News at 10 part 2:  http://fox43.com/2016/10/03/federal-agency-investigating-cause-of-west-york-fire/
-WGAL 8:  http://www.wgal.com/news/west-york-fire/41909350
-CBS 21 News:   ​http://local21news.com/news/local/third-alarm-at-west-york-sporting-goods

9/28/16
​Busy day for the 19 House

So far today company 19 has handled five calls for service including a vehicle fire on I83 and- at the same time, an MVA w/ ejection and an MVA w/ entrapment into a structure.

9/13/16
Engine 19-1 assisted ​Cumberland County

Engine Co. 19 assisted West Shore Bureau of Fire, Cumberland County on a multi alarm building fire.

9/5/16
Truck 19 assisted 35 (Dallastown) with a reburn

Chief 35 special requested Truck 19 to assist with a reburn from the barn fire on 9/4/16  

9/4/16
​First in on a Working Barn Fire in the 35 local

Engine 191 and Truck 19 assisted Dallastown today in the 35 local for a barn fire. The fire was in York Township at Oak Road and McDowell.

9/1/16
Rescue special requested by Battalion 89-1

Today, Battalion 891 added Rescue Squad 19 to a traffic accident with entrapment in Violet Hill, Spring Garden Township. The squad assisted with 6 members. 
Engine 892, Engine 894, and Rescue 89 were first assigned with EMS.

8/28/16
Rescue 19 first in on a working outbuilding fire

Rescue Squad first arriving for the well involved outbuilding. Today as crews were assisting Jacobus (Station 18) with a boat in distress, County Control advised command of a fire in Company 18's first due. Rescue 19 was advised by Deputy 18 to redirect to the fire. Rescue 19 arrived first and controlled the fire from fully involving a second building. Crews operated for some time assisting with fire attack and overhaul before be placed in service.

8/27/16
​Engine 19-2 helps out with Burn Day

Engine 192 assisted at an interior burn class at the York County Fire School today. Congratulations to our member Aaron Windon on completing his Interior Module.

8/24/16
​Rescue Training with air tools

This evening members took some time to go over some of the equipment carried on the Heavy Rescue. Crews went over the operation of both styles of struts carried, chains, coma longs as well as several pneumatic tools.

8/17/16
Dual Tractor Trailer Crash I-83 at Loganville

Rescue Co assisted Loganville Station 63 with an accident on 83. All southbound lanes were blocked.

8/12/16
Fire Police 19 assisted Station 63 on a Police Detail

Fire Police 19 were called around 1:50pm to assist Fire Police 63 (Loganville) with a Police Detail on Seaks Run Rd. @ Susquehanna Trail. Traffic 19 also responded.
Links:
-ABC 27 News Report:  http://abc27.com/2016/08/12/i-83s-glen-rock-off-ramps-closed-for-found-body/
-YDR Report:  http://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2016/08/13/body-found-near--83-sb-identified/88668538/      

7/31/16
Working Structure Fire 200 block of Oak Manor Dr.

Structure fire in the first due tonight brought area fire departments. 19 responded with 4 apparatus. Assisting York Township was Dallastown, Yoe, Red Lion, Jacobus, YAUFR, and Wrightsville. Thanks to Dover Township for the stand by.
Some photos credited: Jason Grim, SPIN 

7/1/16
In loving memory of Chief Dale Slenker

It gives us great honor today, to pay our respects on this independence weekend...
not only to a member who contributed countless hours to his community, Chief Dale Slenker.
But also to the men and women in the armed forces who sacrificed their life so we can have freedom and independence in this great nation.
We also would like to thank our own 19 members in the armed forces for your service.
- Lt. Zack Senft
- FF/ EMT Eric Mattas
- FF Kory Trout
- FF Thacker Nigro
When our doors are open at the firehouse, please feel free to stop in and say hello.
And last, thanks today to:
- Wrightsville Rescue 41-1 for the cover up.
- Red Lion Fire Company Truck 34 for the ladder arch.
Some photos credited to there sources 

6/26/16
Rest in Peace ​Chief Emeritus Dale Slenker

It is with deep regret, that the members of Station 19 announce the passing of Chief Emeritus Dale Slenker. Chief Slenker gave 55 active years of service to the department. Chief Slenker joined the department at a young age when the firehouse was located about two blocks south of the current station. He rose through the ranks and was our fire chief in the 1970's. He was on the building committee for the current station and helped procure the departments first ladder truck. More recently, Chief Slenker was President on the Board of Trustees and our Fire Police Captain. He continued to help with fundraising and attended meetings regularly. Chief Slenker helped mentor and guide many Fire Chiefs who succeeded him through the years and was highly looked upon for his integrity and dedication to the department. He will be sadly missed by all of the members of Goodwill Fire Company # 1 York Township.

6/24/16
​All Hands Working Fire 2300 block of Pine Street

First due fire tonight in the 19 district about a block from the firehouse. Members were alerted to the house fire when cars began pulling into the fire station pointing out the smoke coming across the street. Engine 192 responded immediately and found the homeowners still inside the home and unaware their second floor was on fire. A working fire assignment eventually pulled in a total of 6 engines, three trucks, RIT, AIR, and EMS.
​Some photos credited: Jason Grim 

5/31/2016
WORKING FIRE 2300 block of Springwood Rd.

Units were called to the 2300 block of Springwood Rd on 5/31/16 around 3:30pm for an Investigation Outside. The call was then upgraded to a Structure Assignment do to the amount of smoke seen as engine 19-1 left the station. The house was also sitting vacant for years and back in 2013 there was a fire at the same address, just a different structure. The fire is suspicious do to no utilities running to the vacant house.
Some photos credited: SPIN