Great Bend Hose Company #1

Great Bend Hose Company #1 We are a small volunteer company residing in north eastern PA. We are located along interstate 81 exit 230 (last exit in PA before NY), US Route 11, and PA

We are located on the corner of Church Street and Tannery Street in Great Bend Pa. Great Bend Hose Co. #1, Inc. proudly protects 2500 people living in an area of 7 square miles. We operate out of 1 station that protects a primarily rural area. Our department is a public department whose members are on a volunteer status. We are located along interstate 81 exit 230 (last exit in PA before NY), US R

oute 11, and PA Route 171. The department has approximately 50 members with 35 being active in fire fighting. We provide service to the Borough of Great Bend, Great Bend Township North, and Windsor District #4 in New York State

Food menu for our weekly bingo hope to see you tonight
09/02/2026

Food menu for our weekly bingo hope to see you tonight

🚒 Fire Safety Friday — Week 7 🚒🔥 This Week’s Topic: Grill & Outdoor Cooking SafetySummer means grilling, family gatherin...
08/28/2026

🚒 Fire Safety Friday — Week 7 🚒

🔥 This Week’s Topic: Grill & Outdoor Cooking Safety

Summer means grilling, family gatherings, and time outside—but grills can create serious fire hazards when they’re used too close to homes, decks, or other combustible materials.

🔥 Keep these grilling safety tips in mind:

📍 Keep your grill at least 10 feet away from your home, deck railings, and anything else that can burn.

👀 Never leave a grill unattended. A fire can develop quickly.

🧹 Keep the grill clean. Grease and fat buildup can ignite and cause a dangerous flare-up.

🧯 Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and make sure everyone knows where it is.

👕 Keep clothing, towels, paper products, and other combustibles away from the grill.

🚫 Never use a grill inside a garage, porch, tent, or other enclosed area. Grills produce carbon monoxide in addition to creating a fire hazard.

🔥 If a grease fire occurs:

❌ Never use water on a grease fire.
➡️ Turn off the burners if you can safely do so.
➡️ Close the lid to help cut off the oxygen.
➡️ If the fire continues or spreads, get everyone away from the area and call 911 (tel:911).

⚠️ For propane grills: If you smell gas or suspect a leak, turn off the propane supply if it is safe to do so, move away from the area, and call 911 (tel:911) if necessary.

🏡 Before your next cookout, take a quick look at your grill’s location, condition, and surroundings. A few minutes of preparation can help keep your family, home, and guests safe.

👍 Like, follow, and share our Fire Safety Friday series to help keep our community informed and prepared.

A little knowledge today can prevent a disaster tomorrow.

🚒 Great Bend Hose Co. No. 1

Tonight  food menu for the  weekly bingo tonight
08/26/2026

Tonight food menu for the weekly bingo tonight

Golf tournament month away.. We still have teams spots available get ahold of Jim Canfield  570-396-0154  . And we are s...
08/25/2026

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08/19/2026
🚒 Fire Safety Friday 🚒🔥 This Week’s Topic: Electrical Fire SafetyElectricity powers our homes every day, but overloaded ...
08/14/2026

🚒 Fire Safety Friday 🚒

🔥 This Week’s Topic: Electrical Fire Safety

Electricity powers our homes every day, but overloaded outlets, damaged cords, and improper use of electrical equipment can quickly become a fire hazard.

⚡ Keep Your Home Safe with These Electrical Safety Tips:

🔌 Never overload outlets or power strips. Plug high-powered appliances directly into a wall outlet whenever possible.

🔍 Inspect electrical cords regularly. Replace cords that are frayed, cracked, or damaged.

🚫 Do not run extension cords under rugs, furniture, or through doorways. Heat can build up and damage the cord.

💡 Use the correct wattage for all light fixtures and lamps.

🧒 Keep outlets protected with safety covers if young children are in the home.

🛠️ Have a licensed electrician inspect any outlets, switches, or breakers that feel warm, spark, or trip repeatedly.

🔥 If an electrical fire starts:
❌ Never use water.
🔌 If it is safe, disconnect the power.
🧯 Use a Class C or multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher for small fires.
🚪 If the fire begins to spread, get everyone out immediately, stay out, and call 911 (tel:911).

🏡 Take a few minutes this week to walk through your home and inspect your electrical cords, outlets, and power strips. Replacing a damaged cord today could prevent a fire tomorrow.

👍 Follow, like, and share our Fire Safety Friday series to help keep our community informed and prepared.

A little knowledge today can prevent a disaster tomorrow.

🚒 Great Bend Hose Co. No. 1

🚒 Fire Safety Friday 🚒🔥 This Week’s Topic: Home Fire Escape PlansA fire can spread through a home in less than two minut...
08/07/2026

🚒 Fire Safety Friday 🚒

🔥 This Week’s Topic: Home Fire Escape Plans

A fire can spread through a home in less than two minutes. Having a plan—and practicing it—can make all the difference.

🏡 Create Your Family’s Escape Plan:

🚪 Know two ways out of every room whenever possible.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Choose a safe outdoor meeting place, such as:

A mailbox
A neighbor’s driveway
A large tree across the street

🚫 Once you’re outside, stay outside. Never go back inside a burning building for people, pets, or belongings.

📞 Call 911 (tel:911) from outside the home or from a neighbor’s house.

⏱️ Practice your family’s fire escape plan at least twice a year, including one drill at night when most home fires occur.

🚪 Sleep with bedroom doors closed whenever possible. A closed door can slow the spread of heat, smoke, and toxic gases, giving your family valuable extra time to escape.

🔥 If smoke is present:
⬇️ Stay low and crawl beneath the smoke.
🖐️ Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them. If the door is hot, use another exit.

Take a few minutes this week to walk through your home with your family and make sure everyone knows exactly what to do if the smoke alarm sounds.

👍 Like, follow, and share our Fire Safety Friday posts to help keep our community informed and prepared.

A little knowledge today can prevent a disaster tomorrow.

🚒 Great Bend Hose Co. No. 1

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08/05/2026

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08/04/2026

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We have a big announcement to make today!!

Starting at our 7/22/26 Wednesday night bingo we are going to raise our payout to $2500 for the jackpot! If the jackpot doesn’t go within the number of balls then it goes to a consolation of $250. Hope to see some new players with our regular players! thank you

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Great Bend, PA
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