Swatara Township EMA Our agency is in operations whenever the township is in need of our services. We are staffed by many dedicated public safety professionals that are here to give of their time, talent, and dedication to the residents and visitors of Swatara Township.
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Operating as usual
Take a look at these Thanksgiving safety tips. In 2018 fire departments in the U.S. responded to more then 1,600 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day. We want all of the citizens in Swatara Township to enjoy the holiday safely.
https://youtu.be/kjUynq0HXdQ
NFPA joins CPSC to demonstrate the fire dangers of turkey fryers in this live burn. NFPA strongly discourages the use of turkey fryers. For more safety tips ...
Take a look at these Thanksgiving safety tips. In 2018 fire departments in the U.S. responded to more then 1,600 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day. We want all of the citizens in Swatara Township to enjoy the holiday safely.
Take a look at these Thanksgiving safety tips. In 2018 fire departments in the U.S. responded to more then 1,600 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day. We want all of the citizens in Swatara Township to enjoy the holiday safely.
Exelon will test all 96 sirens for Three Mile Island located within the 10 mile emergency planning zone for the last time. The test will be on Thursday, December 3rd at 12:15pm. During the test all 96 sirens will sound for a full 3 minutes. Remember the siren system is an OUTDOOR warning system. If you believe that a siren has malfunctioned or did not sound off, feel free to let us know so it can be investigated.
Swatara Township
Due to the continuing rise of COVID-19 cases we have made the decision to close our offices to the public, effective at 8am Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Staff will be working either in the offices or remotely and we will minimize any inconvenience to the general public.
Any appointments with the public that are absolutely necessary will be conducted by appointment only and will occur outside in front of the building.
All correspondence to the offices may be sent via mail or placed in the Township drop box.
Staff will be available to assist you via phone and email.
Meetings with Police Officers will also take place in our parking lot. Police may be reached at the non-emergency number at 717-564-2550.
Arrangements for upcoming public meetings will be detailed in a future announcement.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Wind Advisory issued November 15 at 11:40AM EST until November 15 at 10:00PM EST by NWS State College
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph expected with gusts of 45 to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...The strongest wind gusts will be from 2 PM this afternoon until 10 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel may be difficult for high-profile vehicles such as trucks and trailers.
CASE: Shooting Investigation
On Friday, November 13, 2020 at approximately 9:08 p.m. Swatara Police units were dispatched to the Derry Smoke Shop at 5530 Derry Street for a shooting. Upon arrival officers found that a 26 year old male victim had been shot in the chest...
Copied from Families of Central Dauphin School District
Good morning! With everything going on, and the Holidays quickly coming upon us, I wanted to let our families know of our schedule for the Grab n Go Meals beginning Thursday November 5
We hope this will assist the families experiencing extended closures, as well as help through the Fall Break.
As always please do not hesitate to reach out!
BEGINNING THURSDAY 11.5.20
All families will receive a minimum of 3 meals(3bkfst/3lunch) on Thursday. Any families that may be from one of the schools, or grades experiencing a lengthy closure, will receive 5 meals. 5 breakfast and 5 lunch. Please notify staff accordingly
**MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, and may vary depending on participation
Tuesday 11.10.20 and Thursday 11.12.20 All Families will receive 3 meals
THEN IN PREPARATION FOR THE HOIDAYS
November 17th all families receive 2 meals
November 19th all families receive 5 meals
MONDAY NOVEMBER 23 All families receive 5 MEALS. This will be the only day of service for this week and regular service will resume on Tuesday,December 1st
Have a Blessed Day!!!
Don't forget to set your clocks back 1 hour this Sunday morning at 2 A.M.
Frost Advisory issued October 17 at 12:25PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College
...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 35 will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Franklin, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Adams, York and Lancaster Counties.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 9 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Here is more helpful tips about smoke detectors.
https://www.firstalert.com/community/safety-corner/smoke-alarm-tips/
Fire is a deadly threat to all households. Learn where to install smoke alarms, how to prepare your family and keep them safe by following our fire safety tips.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Do you have a home escape plan? Did you know home escape plans can be used for more then just fires? The following link provide helpful tips and even a downloadable worksheet to help you create and emergency escape plan!
https://www.firstalert.com/community/safety-corner/escape-plan/
In the event of a home safety emergency, every second counts. It’s important to plan & practice escape routes with the entire family.
CENTRAL DAUPHIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Ref - BUS TRANSPORTATION
FYI,
Email just received:
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I write to let you know that the Central Dauphin School District cannot offer transportation to students from Friday, October 9, 2020 through Friday, October 16, 2020.
BACKGROUND
Today, October 8, 2020, we were notified that a District transportation contractor tested positive for COVID-19. Although this contractor was not present in any District school building, this person performs an essential job that impacts our provision of transportation services.
We have engaged in tracing this individual’s exposure both to students and to other employees within the District. As a result, over ten individuals in our transportation function will be affected.
This contractor, prior to exhibiting symptoms, may have had close contact with a limited number of staff and students. Adults and students who were specifically identified as having close contact (less than 6 feet for 15 minutes or greater) with this individual are being personally notified.
If you have not received a personal notification, then we have no present basis to conclude that your student was in close contact as defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Shared common spaces and equipment the individual used are immediately being cleaned and sanitized. The District will follow the CDC guidelines to limit further spread and maintain a safe learning environment.
It is recommended that you consult and follow the advice of your healthcare providers or public health department if your child experiences any symptoms of COVID-19.
NO DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION FROM OCTOBER 9 – 16, 2020
As a result of this situation, the District will not be offering transportation to students from Friday, October 9, 2020, through Friday, October 16, 2020. To the extent possible, students should proceed with their regular schedules.
The District intends to move forward with returning elementary students to in-person instruction on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. All students are required to continue to participate in learning, either remote or in-person, unless unable due to illness or absence excused under school board policy.
Guardians are encouraged to transport their children to and from school on the days they are scheduled to be in-person. If guardians are unable to provide transportation, students should work remotely. The District will resume regular student transportation on Monday, October 19, 2020.
While we understand that the lack of bussing is not ideal for anyone, it is the safest approach for our students and staff. Unfortunately, under the unique circumstances of the current situation caused by COVID-19, we cannot continue to provide safe and responsible transportation services until Monday, October 19, 2020.
We simply cannot put our students and staff at risk. The safety and health of the Central Dauphin School District students, staff and community remains our top priority. If you have any questions, please contact your building principal.
Sincerely,
Norm
Norman J. Miller, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Central Dauphin School District
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. You can select the link below to view the National Fire Protection Association's YouTube playlist on fire safety education.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL62RdU8F0s8EKgXp1dx3NdJKr31723Tsr
Playlist of all the NFPA public education videos.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Follow the link below for an activity you can do with your kids. They get to cut, color and learn all at the same time!
https://www.firstalert.com/community/safety-corner/hot-cold-fire-safety-activity/
Help teach your kids about fire safety at home with our Hot & Cold Activity!
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. https://www.kidde.com/home-safety/en/us/fire-safety/placement-of-smoke-alarms/ is a great resource for learning placement of smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers in your house.
Looking for the best smoke detectors? Learn where to place smoke detectors, learn about types of fire and smoke detectors types, then choose the best smoke detector.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of fires in the kitchen. It is important to stay in the kitchen anytime your cooking food. Keeping a lid nearby is also helpful. If your food would happen to catch fire, If its safe to do so you can carefully place the lid on the pan and smother the flames. Don't be afraid to call 911. Swatara Fire-Rescue is ready 24/7 to ensure you are safe.
National Fire Prevention Week is from October 4th- October 10th. This years theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Cooking fires are #1 cause of home fires and home fire injuries. https://sparkyschoolhouse.org/ is a great resource that has videos and activities about fire safety for your kids.
The NFPA and Sparky provide resources for teaching fire safety including apps, videos, lesson plans and activities.
Frost Advisory issued September 21 at 1:35PM EDT until September 22 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College
...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Temperatures in the lower to middle 30s will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered.
Frost Advisory issued September 20 at 11:59AM EDT until September 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College
...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 9 AM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Temperatures in the low to mid 30s will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered.
From the Central Dauphin School District Board of Directors Meeting on Monday, September 14th.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Last evening, the school board of the Central Dauphin School District decided to pursue a full return to in-person
instruction, with a tentative return date of October 13, 2020.
We understand, however, that some families may still be reluctant to return to the buildings full time therefore,
we continue to offer families the choice of returning to in-person instruction or continuing with online learning.
We believe this will enable each one of our students to get the high-quality education that they deserve. Please
follow the directions below based on your family’s choice of instruction -
My Student is in hybrid, but I want my student to go to CORE (effective start date October 13, 2020):
• Complete the attached application (found on Central Dauphin School District Website) for each student that attends CDSD by September 21, 2020
• Parent/guardian signature required for change to take place
• You will be contacted by your child’s school with confirmation of CORE classroom assignment
My Student is currently in CORE and I want my student to stay in CORE:
• Do not complete the application
• Your student will remain in CORE
My Student is in CORE and I want them to return to full in-person instruction:
• Contact your child’s school
My Student is in hybrid and I want them to return to full 5 days in-person instruction:
• Do nothing – More information to come
IMPORTANT NOTE: The current hybrid model has always been intended as a stepping stone for our District. Our
goal and preference has always been to return safely and responsibly to in-person instruction.
There are many criteria for doing so safely, including: Assessing whether a partial return in a hybrid form would
result in a COVID-19 outbreak in one of our buildings. So far, it has not.
1. Learning as a student body, staff and community how to teach in-person with the new health and safety
protocols. With everyone’s assistance, we have done so.
2. Stabilizing the beginning of school including transportation, food service and new registrations, all of
which change in the first two weeks of school and affect the delivery of services. Those things have
stabilized.
3. Having the ability to test and trace students and staff if someone did get sick.
That ability is coming online now.
4. Giving people sufficient notice of a change in teaching because even the smallest change affects
the plans of families across our community.
5. Knowing how many students will be coming back into the buildings before we reopen. Some are under
the impression that current smaller class sizes will remain constant even if we return to in-person
instruction. We have to assume that this is not so and we further have to assume that density in
classrooms will increase. We have to be able to plan for this before students return.
If you have any additional questions, please contact your student's building principal.
Starting Sunday September 13th and continuing to Friday September 18th from 9 PM to 6 AM, Interstate 83 South will be closed at exit 47(Derry St). Traffic will be detoured at Exit 47 onto Eisenhower Blvd. The nightly closure is for crews to make repairs that occurred from an auto accident several weeks ago.
Swatara Township
Chicken BBQ Saturday September 12, 2020 at the Swatara Township Building (in the Front).
The Chicken BBQ sales start at Noon until Sold Out
Saturday, September 12th
Drive thru or Curbside Pick up only...No eating on site.
1/2 Chicken, applesauce, Macaroni and cheese, roll/butter and a cookie
$10...proceeds benefit the...
Swatara Township Police K9 Fund
Signs support the Swatara Township Police will be on sale for $15...proceeds benefit the Swatara Township Police K9 Fund
Location:
Swatara Township Administration Building
599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Thank You for Your Support!
Swatara Township
Chicken BBQ Saturday September 12, 2020 at the Swatara Township Building (in the Front).
The Chicken BBQ sales start at Noon until Sold Out
Saturday, September 12th
Drive thru or Curbside Pick up only...No eating on site.
1/2 Chicken, applesauce, Macaroni and cheese, roll/butter and a cookie
$10...proceeds benefit the...
Swatara Township Police K9 Fund
Signs support the Swatara Township Police will be on sale for $15...proceeds benefit the Swatara Township Police K9 Fund
Location:
Swatara Township Administration Building
599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Thank You for Your Support!
599 Eisenhower Blvd
Harrisburg, PA
17111
Craig Powers - EMA Coordinator Dennis Zeller - Deputy Coordinator Andrew Marrs - Deputy Coordinator Jonathan Kibe - Deputy Coordinator
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We are always looking for more volunteers willing to spend some time and dedication to make our team work successfully during disasters that impact our township. Some of these disasters include but are not limited to : Nuclear incidents/drills, snow storms, floods, ice storms, wind storms, large fires, major traffic accidents and large gas leaks/spills.
Training is done at our agency and in the local area at the Dauphin County Department of Public Safety, PEMA and FEMA offices. However most hands on learning.
If interested in joining our organization, please contact Craig E. Powers, EMA Director at [email protected].
American Legion Post 998 Lawnton PA
4700 Derry StSteelton-Highspire Jr./Sr. High School
250 Reynders St, SteeltonHousing Authority of the County of Dauphin
501 Mohn Street, SteeltonDauphin County Coroner's Office
1271 South 28th St.Steelton Borough Councilwoman Natashia Woods
215 S Front St, Steelton
PA Joint Legislative Conservation Committee
613 North Street, Room 408 Finance Building
Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archive
628 Irvis Office Building
World Affairs Council of Harrisburg
234 Strawberry Sq
Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Cou
225 Market St Ste 400
Parks and Recreation, City of Harrisburg
100 Concert Drive
PA House Democrats - Veterans Affairs & Emerg
326 Main Capitol
PA Infrastructure Investment Authority - PENN
333 Market Street, 18th Floor
State Representative Kenyatta Johnson
Room 116 B East Wing
Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus
327 Irvis Office Building
