This afternoon an unannounced "mega-load" rolled past the fire station causing an hours-long traffic jam. Luckily, EMS and Fire crews were not delayed responding to calls from the station. This appeared to be another piece of equipment being transported to a power station … [Read more...]
Department-wide Drill
This morning, all Monroeville Fire Companies participated in a hazardous materials drill at a local research facility in the 5th District. This location has a high hazard risk and multiple variables to consider when responding on calls. A mock scenario with victims and a … [Read more...]
Marathon Prep
On Saturday evening Station 4 hosted a pasta dinner for those Members that were participating in the Pittsburgh Marathon. Four Members were running in the relay portion of the Marathon and two Members were staffing one of our ALS units on the course. Congratulations to all … [Read more...]
On Saturday afternoon, Spectrum Charter School hosted a touch-a-truck event in the side and rear lots of the fire station. This is an annual event that we are proud to take part in and hope all that attended had fun. … [Read more...]
Bright and early this morning several Officers and Firefighters attended a breakfast at the Monroeville Convention Center. This event was hosted by Locking Arms Men and The Fellowship of Christian Athletes and featured 3 time Superbowl Champion, Pro Football Hall of Famer, 3 time … [Read more...]
This past weekend crews attended the 31st annual Monroeville Fire Expo to assist at the Monroeville FD Recruitment Booth. The Monroeville Fire Department will be attending several events throughout the year with the newly formed Recruitment Committee in an attempt to recruit new … [Read more...]
Today, at the 5th Annual AHN Trauma Symposium, members of Station #4 were presented with Allegheny Health Network - Prehospital Care Services "performance recognition" challenge coins for exceptional work in providing emergent medical and rescue care to a trauma patient earlier … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating
Crews spent a beautiful 'black Friday' decorating the outside of the fire station in preparation of the Holiday Season. … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Dinner
Last evening our Members gathered for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner. This is a tradition started over 25 years ago that allows us to show our appreciation for our Members and thank them for the time and effort they dedicate to the Organization. Held 8 days before the Holiday, it … [Read more...]
MVC With Entrapment
This evening around 5:30, Company 4 was dispatched to William Penn Highway in front of the Miracle Mile Shopping Center for a crash with entrapment. Medic 48 and Rescue 4 responded to find a t-bone style collision with one occupant still entrapped. The Rescue crew removed the … [Read more...]
