For tonight’s training, members reviewed water supply operations, specifically the use of what is commonly called a clapper valve, or Siamese valve.

This piece of equipment is especially useful during incidents in areas without fire hydrants, where tankers are needed to shuttle large quantities of water to the scene.

The valve allows two pieces of apparatus—preferably tankers carrying large quantities ... (Full Story & Photos)

Paul Miller’s Law: Pennsylvania’s New Hands-Free Driving Law
Pennsylvania drivers are now prohibited from using hand-held mobile devices while behind the wheel under Paul Miller’s Law. The law is intended to reduce distracted-driving crashes and protect motorists, pedestrians, emergency responders, and everyone else who depends on safe roadways.

What Does the Law Prohibit?
Paul Miller’s Law makes ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last evening at approximately 8:16 PM, the East Brandywine Fire Company, along with MICU 46-4 from Downingtown, was dispatched to the area of 999 Horseshoe Pike, in front of East Brandywine Baptist Church, for an auto accident.

Initial reports indicated a two-vehicle crash blocking the roadway with multiple injuries, including reports that children were involved.

Rescue 49, Engine 49-1, Ladder 49, ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, members of East Brandywine Fire Company traveled to Christiana Fire Company in Lancaster County, to assist with their annual Kids Fire Experience Camp! 🚒

This free program gives children ages 5–14 an opportunity to learn basic fire, EMS, and police safety skills through fun, hands-on activities.

We were proud to support Christiana Fire Company and help inspire the next generation ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week marked the fourth and final week of our Vehicle Rescue Training, and for the final evolution we invited our mutual aid partners from the Glen Moore Fire Company to join us for a challenging, realistic scenario.

Crews were “dispatched” to a reported vehicle accident to the rear of Station 49. We wanted to keep this training as close to a real-world response as possible, so members were not ... (Full Story & Photos)

EBFC units participated in this year's National Night Out in West Brandywine Township. The event took place at the Golf Zone on Route 322 and featured a variety of vehicles on display for the public, including fire trucks, police cars, EMS units, public works vehicles, tow trucks, and more. EBFC personnel engaged with attendees and provided information about their equipment and services throughout ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week, our members completed full-scale vehicle extrication evolutions as we continued our Vehicle Rescue Training series.

Members divided into two teams, with each team assigned a vehicle and a firefighter acting as a simulated patient. Crews worked through the entire rescue process, including vehicle stabilization, glass management, door removal, patient protection and removal.

One team faced ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, members of the East Brandywine Fire Company had the privilege of visiting the lemonade stand at the corner of Reeds Rd. & Davenport Dr. in Upper Uwchlan that was organized to benefit the Daubel family after they lost their home in Friday afternoon's devastating house fire.
Our members were honored to stop by, make a donation, and show our support for this incredible family and the community ... (Full Story & Photos)