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4/4/10 Franklin runs brush fire with McKinleyville and Bethany Pike

Units were dispatched to a reported brush fire on Genteel Ridge and arrived finding a small fire over the hill. 




3/31/10  Franklin runs Gas Well on fire in Pennsylvania

Franklin was alerted to a gas well on fire off of Ferrar School Road in Hopewell Township around 1pm.  Engine 76 and Tanker 79 responded to the scene where a special foam unit from Washington County was brought in to combat the fire.  Franklin units assisted in water movement and extinguishing the fire.




3/16/2010 Structure fire on Hillcrest Drive

Around 7pm, Wellsburg and Franklin were dispatched to a kitchen fire on Hillcrest Drive outside of Wellsburg on Washington Pike.  Units arrived on scene and began investigating.  As units began ventilation, it was found that the fire had extended into the roof of the structure.  Units worked to quickly extinguish the fire and conduct overhaul.





Franklin runs fatal apartment fire in 2nd Due

On 3/3/10 Wellsburg and Franklin departments were alerted for a smoke investigation in the area of Blue Ridge Manor, an apartment complex outside of Wellsburg.  Upon arrival units began investigating the smoke and were alerted by the manager of an apartment on fire in the rear of the building.  Units pulled a hose line and began a primary search where an unconcious male was found and pulled from the apartment.  Unfortuantely the victim had succumbed to the smoke and fire.  Units assisted with extinguishment and overhaul and cleared within 2 hours.



Congrats to two Franklin Members on their new positions!

The department would like to extend a congratulations to two members "born and raised" at Franklin VFD.  Harry Myers relocated to Follansbee, WV and within six months of being at Follansbee VFD, Harry has been voted in as 1st Assistant Chief.  Also Chance Gamble was recently hired as Deputy Director of Brooke County Emergency Management Agency.  We would like to say "congrats" to both members and hope their time at Franklin molded them to excel in their new positions.



Harry on the left after a structure fire



02/06/10  Snow blankets area keeping members busy

In early afternoon, the snow started to fall for what seemed to be forever.  When all was said and done, the area received about 16 inches of snow which kept members extremely busy running over 20 responses in a few days.  Members continued to keep two crews throughout the weekend assisting with motor vehicle crashes, trees and power lines down.  Crews also assisted gaining access to those who did not have power or needed medical attention. 

Some members put in 24 hours straight without leaving the station assisting those in need.


02/06/10 MVC with injuries

In the early night hours, Station 7 and 20 (Bethany) were toned for a vehicle roll over with reported injuries on Rt. 88 North.  Units arrived to find a SUV overturned with no entrapment.  Members assisted EMS and stood by for the vehicle to be removed. 




01/23/10  FCVFD Annual Member Appreciation Dinner

Members got together on this evening for a department hosted dinner for members and their families.  This is the least the department can do for all the time the members put in throughout the previous year.  Congrats to Firefighter of the Year Gerald McClain and recipient of the Presidents Award Virginia Smith.  The members were treated to a catered dinner followed by some music, fun and fellowship.


Chief Palmer awarding FF of the year to Gerald McClain
President Bolen awarding Virginia Smith the Presidents Award



01/14/10  Members run shed fire in second due

At approximately 6:30pm, Wellsburg and Franklin VFD's were alerted to a possible structure fire along Washington Pike near Wellsburg.  Wellsburg Engine 103 arrived on scene reporting a small shed fire near an abandoned structure.  Engine 76, Engine 77 and Tanker 79 responded to assist from Franklin.  Crews cleared within an hour with no spread of the fire.

Franklin VFD Members end 2009 with record number of calls.

The year 2009 proved to be a trying one for the members of FCVFD.  With the economy down it has hurt the funding base of the fire department.  However, the fire department ran the most calls it has ever ran in a year with 322 responses.  This would not be possible without the dedicated membership this department has.


11/12/2009  MVC w/ entrapment in PA

At approximately 7:50am, Franklin was toned per Washington Control to respond with Companies 30 and 35 from Pennsylvania for a motor vehicle crash with entrapment.  Engine 76 and Engine 77 responded to assist with the extrication of the patients as well as set up landing zones for two medical helicopters.  Units cleared within one hour.
 
 




FCVFD regrets to announce the passing of former Ladies Auxillary and friend of the department Debbie Lunsford.  Debbie is the mother of Fire Chief Larry C. Palmer and firefighter Korie Lunsford.  Debbie was an active member of the FCVFD Ladies Auxillary and devoted many hours in the past helping the fire department in many ways.  Debbie will be missed by all.  Debbie showed her heart when she asked to have memorial contributions made to the fire department upon her passing.

AND WE HAVE A WINNER!
On October 31st the WV Daily Pick 4 number was 2338.  Kay Sunyoger from Wintersville Ohio was our lucky winner.  Kay bought her raffle ticket at the fire department booth set up at the Wellsburg Applefest. 
We want to thank all of those who took a chance on our raffle.

Franklin runs MVC with entrapment in first due  10/02/2009

Members were alerted to a vehicle on its roof with entrapment in the early morning hours.  Units responded to find a SUV on its roof and removed the rear door of the SUV to gain access to the patient.  Units cleared within one hour after waiting for vehicle to be removed from roadway.


Franklin members volunteer time at Brooke County Fair
9/11 - 9/13/09

Not only did members man a booth to sell raffle tickets on the Kubota, they assisted in various other activities during the fair.  Standing by for the fireworks, demolition derby and hosing kids down after mud volleyball were just a few of our tasks during the weekend. 

Thanks to the Brooke County Fair Committee for another great year of fun and entertainment!


Franklin Runs Structure in First Due 9/11/09

Franklin was alerted to a structure fire around 3 am off of Genteel Ridge Road.  Initial responding units were from Franklin, Wellsburg, McKinleyville and Bethany Pike VFDs.  Chief Palmer (70) had command and called for the tanker task force due to limited water supply in the area.  Crews arrived on scene to find fire venting out the back of the house.  Units were on Scene until 7 am conducting overhaul and cleaning up equipment.  This fire is being investigated by the Brooke County Sheriffs Department along with the WV State Fire Marshalls office.

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