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15th Annual Comedy Show
April 12
Please join us for Limerick Fire Department's 15th Annual Comedy Show on April 12, 2025! Starring Earl David Reed and Friends. Dinner from Mission BBQ. Doors open at 6pm Dinner at 6:30pm Show starts at 8:00pm Tickets are $50 and includes a show, dinner and mixers BYOB- 18 years and older Basket Raffles and 50-50
Please email comedyshow@lfd51.org for tickets
We look forward to seeing you there! ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Backyard Fire on Linfield-Trappe Rd
March 12
At 4:20 pm on March 12, the Limerick Fire Department was dispatched for a fire in a backyard on Linfield-Trappe Rd. Assitant 51, Chief 51, Field 51-1, Field 51-2, Squad 51, Tanker 51, and Fire Police responded. Crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire, which had spread in the grass prior to arrival. They turned over logs and hit hotspots in the area before cleaning up their gear, tools, and hoses. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Training on "The First 20"
March 10
On Monday night, March 10, Limerick crews focused on basic firefighting tasks typically performed during the first twenty minutes of a fire. The training featured a timed evolution with various physically demanding tasks, including deploying charged hose lines, dragging five-inch supply lines, forcible entry, carrying ladders, and hauling tools. The goal was to emphasize the intense anabolic energy ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Community Members Earn CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
March 08
On March 8, eight community members completed CPR/AED and First Aid training at Limerick Station. The course covered CPR/AED techniques for children, adults, and infants, as well as essential first aid skills like applying a tourniquet and dressing wounds. All attendees received certification upon completion.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Fire on Railroad Property
March 07
At 12:16 p.m. on March 7, the department was dispatched for a report of a brush fire next to the railroad tracks in the area of the Limerick Generating Station. Chief 51, Deputy 51, Field 51-1, Field 51-2, Tanker 51, Utility 51, and Fire Police responded. Crews used equipment from the field trucks to extinguish the fire, cut down a few trees, and overhaul the brush and debris to prevent further fire ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Three Members Receive Promotions
March 03
Three firefighters were promoted during the department's monthly meeting on March 3. Jim Lucas was promoted to Lieutenant 51-6, and Jamie Matthews and Tommy Miller were promoted to Engineers. Congratulations!... (Full Story & Photos)
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LFD Members Enhance Skills with Monthly Rescue Training
March 02
On Sunday, March 2, 2025, members of the Limerick Fire Department gathered for their monthly rescue training, held in addition to the regular Monday evening department trainings. Keeping skills sharp and up-to-date is crucial. During this training, members simulated an industrial rescue in a confined space, using a raise and capture hauling system.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Engine 51 (2010 KME) Finds a New Home with New Columbus Fire Company
March 01
On March 1st, members of the LFD Engine Committee met with representatives from the New Columbus Fire Company of Nesquehoning, PA, to finalize the sale of our old Engine 51, a 2010 KME Predator Pumper, making way for our new 2025 EONE pumper. We would like to congratulate New Columbus on your new engine! It has been a reliable workhorse for us and will undoubtedly serve your fire company and the Nesquehoning ... (Full Story & Photos)
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