Saturday, March 5, 2011 12:35 At 12:35 hours, Kent alerted Fire Box 30-1 for a house fire. Due on the call were Engine 3, RP-3, Amb 3 Cecil E-114, Cecil R-1, Engine 2, Engine 4, NCCD Ladder 27, Cecil Amb 192, amd PM 1-1. Dispatch advised responding units that the clothes drier in the residence was on fire. Chief 3/Powell arrived within four minutes and advised of smoke showing. The crew from RP-3 made a quick knock of the fire, and crews from Engines 3, 2 and 4 assisted with overhaul and checking for extension. Chief Powell had Phelps Ave Command.
Saturday, February 19, 2011 On 2-19-2011, we held our annual installation of Officers Banquet. We would like to thank the Singerly Fire Co. of Elkton and the Kent and Queen Anne's Rescue Squad for the transfers while we enjoyed a night for ourselves.
2011 Fire/EMS Officers
Sunday, February 6, 2011 At 1749 hours, we were dispatched for the Engine and Tanker to assist Cecilton with a house fire on Knight Island Rd. Chief 1 was the first to arrive and advised of a working chimney fire. Engine 3 (with 5) was the first suppression unit to arrive and was assigned to ladder the roof, as well as to check the interior for extension. No extension was found, and the fire was contained to the chimney. Asst. Chief S. Duhamell was OIC of Galena Units.
Crew from E-3 on the roof
Tower 27 to the rear of E-3
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 The mid-week snow storm, which brought upwards of 8" of snow to our area, also prompted overnight duty crews. Galena Volunteer Fire Company members volunteered for duty crews in an effort to shorten response times and reduce the risk of accidents while responding to the firehouse. Fire Chief Chris Powell announced that several members had volunteered to man the station overnight. These members, and others, responded to an early morning call for a carbon monoxide detector sounding in the 30-2 box. In addition, EMS was staffed with an Advanced Life Support crew overnight for the ambulance. Thanks to all those who volunteered for this assignment!
Thursday, January 20, 2011 On 1-20-2011, a few members gathered to do some company level drivers training. Anyone interested in becoming a driver, Contact Chief Powell or EMS Chief Bartholomew.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 With the snow finally here, we urge everyone to take the time to shovel out the closest fire hydrant to your house. As in the past, we try to clear snow from all hydrants, but any help that you can give would be greatly appreciated. The less time it takes to locate and hook to a hydrant, the more time we can spend helping you!!
Monday, January 3, 2011 Just before 4PM we Engine 3 and Tanker 3 were requested to assist Rock Hall with a working house fire on Rock Hall Rd., just outside of the Rock Hall town limits. Tanker 3 responded with 3, and Engine 3 with 5. Tanker 3 went to the scene where the crew assisted with overhaul. Engine 3 transferred to Station 7 where they handled one alarm (outside fire). Engine 3 returned home after 9PM. Lt. Bryant was OIC of Galena Units. Photos by Michael Carey / CVFC
Friday, December 31, 2010 At about 0530, we were dispatched for the Rescue and Ambulance to assist Kennedyville with an MVC on Rt 298 just off Rt 213. Rescue Pumper 3 (with 8) paramedic 3, and EMS 3-1 arrived and assisted Station 4 units with patient care of a single patient. The patient was transported to the hospital by MSP aviation. At about 0930, Boat 3 was requested to assist Cecilton with a water rescue. Boat 3/Utility 3 made the response and while enroute, Command 1 confirmed 2 subjects through the ice in the water. Due to ice conditions, the Fire Boats were not able to be used. A four member team from Station 1 donned ice rescue suits and made their way across the ice with a department jon boat. The team reached the victims and were able to remove them from the water, but had to escort them to a nearby remote shoreline. Additional ground units from DNR, our station, and Station 1 were able to make access to the shoreline. One victim was able to walk the long distance to Paramedic 3, which had also been requested, but due to the remote location and the condition of the second patient, MSP Aviation, which was already on scene, utilized their hoist to remove the second victim. He was transported to a waiting ground unit for treatment. A great job by all personnel involved!!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 On 12-22-200, President Duhamell received a phone call asking if we would take a food donation. After a very generous donation, the GVFC was able to donate 89 pounds of food to the Kent County Food Pantry at The Christ United Methodist Church in Chestertown. Especially during the holidays and cold weather times, we remind everyone to keep the less fortunate in mind and give whenever possible. We would like to wish everyone a very happy holiday season.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 EMS Chief and Director-elect Rick Koch has stepped up and was appointed President for 2011. Harry Pisapia was appointed Director for 2011 to fill the vacancy left by the appointment of Rick to President.
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