Rose Tree Fire Co.
1275 N. Providence Rd
Media, PA 19063
Phone: 610.566.5891
The State Fire Commissioner has recognized Rose Tree Fire Company No. 1 as a Participating Fire Department of the Pennsylvania Fire Service Certification Program. This program was established in 1983 when a committee known as the Fire Service Certification Advisory Committee (FSCAC) was formed to explore the implementation of a voluntary certification program for firefighters. The purpose of this program is to identify and recognize emergency service personnel whose accomplishments in training and education meets or exceeds nationally recognized standards. The NFPA standards for Fire Service Professional Qualifications identify the minimum requirements for a person at a particular level of progression. A person certified to one of the Fire Service Professional levels will have demonstrated competency in the knowledge and skills required to perform at a particular level. The safety and service to the citizens and visitors of Upper Providence Township, surrounding communities and the entire Commonwealth will be enhanced by the professional competency attained through this certification process.
Decals are proudly displayed on the apparatus signifying this accomplishment.
At 20:02 hours the building fire assignment was dispatched for the 800 block of Valley View Rd. for a structure fire. The page indicated there was a chimney fire with smoke in the building.
The first alarm assignment included Co. 73 (Rose Tree), Co. 23 (Media), Tower 44 (Springfield), RIT 53 (Broomall) and Medic 104-7D (Riddle Memorial Hospital).
Chief 73-9 (MacCain) was first on location and reported an active chimney fire. Orders for Quint 73 were to split their crew. Two members used an extension ladder to access the roof. The apparatus officer and two remaining members went to the interior to contain the fire and check for extension. Squrt 23 assisted the outside crew and Tower 44 set up an electric fan providing positive pressure ventilation.
Rescue 73 positioned at a hydrant across the street from the address and prepared for water supply if needed.
The situation was quickly placed under control after the fire was removed from the firebox and chimney chains were run down the chimney.
