During Twp Training crews from 68 UPTFES, 68-1 BRVFC, 34 Collegeville Fire Company, and 77 Trappe Fire Company trained on high-angle rescue using Tower 68-1 and the rope rescue equipment from E77. The crew simulated a rescue from a 5th-floor window at the new apartment complex beside Wegmans. While a crew was working the high-angle rescue, other crews were working a simulated fire in the complex apartments. ... (Full Story & Photos)

It was a busy 12 hours for BRVFC and UPTFES, responding to 4 calls for service.

The first call came in at 6:17 PM for a water flow alarm at 5 Brower Ave. Engine 68-1 arrived on the scene with nothing showing and a water flow alarm going off. The cause of the alarm was a malfunctioning riser.

2nd call came in at 11:08 PM for a reported accident with injuries on 422 WB. Engine 68 arrived on the ... (Full Story & Photos)

21 years ago today, thousands of people in this country woke up in bed with their loved ones for the last time. Some were excited, looking forward to the trip they’d be taking this morning. Others were perhaps dreading the usual commute to work. How many of them were rushed out the door? How many didn’t make time to kiss their kids or their spouses? They mumbled a quick goodbye and headed out the ... (Full Story & Photos)

From all of the officers and members of the BRVFC, we want to wish you and happy and safe Labor Day!!! ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just after 7:00 PM BRVFC and other mutual aid companies were dispatched to the 200 block of Bridge Street for a reported stove fire. Chief 68 arrived and reported an active kitchen fire in the rear of the dwelling. Phoenixville Fire Department Rescue 65 and Squad 68-1 arrived simultaneously. Rescue 65 pulled a line to the rear and secured a water source. Squad 68-1 crew assisted with extinguishing ... (Full Story & Photos)

BRVFC attended the Community Day Celebration at the Providence Town Center. Attendees were given the opportunity to tour and ask questions about Tower 68-1, Engine 68 & 68-6 as well as the other fire, emergency medical and police units. Thank you to Providence Town Center for having us and all the people that came out to see us. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 6:58 PM BRVFC along with Collegeville Fire Company (34) were dispatched to Rt. 422 EB for a reported accident with injuries. Units arrived on the scene with 1 vehicle off the road. The car hit a transformer that fell off a truck. No injuries were reported. ... (Full Story & Photos)

BRVFC is currently looking for people in Upper Providence Twp and the surrounding areas for individuals looking to help with a variety of duties. Help Wanted in the following areas:

Firefighters
Stipend Firefighters
Administrative
Support Staff

If this is something you would be interested in please visit our website at brvfc.org and put in an application or you can email membership@brvfc.org

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