Montoursville Fire Department

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We Are Accepting Applications for Our Live-In Program!Looking to gain real-world fire and EMS experience while serving a...
06/10/2026

We Are Accepting Applications for Our Live-In Program!

Looking to gain real-world fire and EMS experience while serving a progressive and busy department? The Montoursville Fire Department is currently accepting applications for our Live-In Program.

We offer a wide range of benefits, including:
• Pay-per-call stipends
• Tuition reimbursement
• Weekend paid staffing opportunities
• EMS call stipends
• Approximately 25 working fires per year
• Student and non-student applicants welcome
• 10 minute drive from the local colleges

Interested in learning more? Visit our page and complete the inquiry form linked at the top of the page.

We also offer station tours and ride-alongs for prospective applicants who would like to see firsthand what our program has to offer.

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Over the past two days we have spent time training with Williamsport Firefighters Local 736. Training was scenario based...
06/04/2026

Over the past two days we have spent time training with Williamsport Firefighters Local 736. Training was scenario based run ins at an acquired structure. We appreciate the opportunity to better ourselves in this environment.

Ladder 20 assisted Williamsport Firefighters Local 736 with a two alarm fire. The crew performed truck company duties.
06/03/2026

Ladder 20 assisted Williamsport Firefighters Local 736 with a two alarm fire. The crew performed truck company duties.

06/01/2026

Video from the fire this evening in the first due.

Station 20 and Station 18 were dispatched initially for smoke of unknown origin. Shortly after, the address was updated with an outside fire at the rear of the residence.

Engine 20 arrived to find a four wheeler on fire in close proximity to the residence. The fire was brought under control quickly with no extension to the residence.

Thanks to Loyalsock Volunteer Fire Co. for their assistance.

Today members spent time training on aerial-based high-angle rescue operations utilizing Ladder 20.While our aerial devi...
05/31/2026

Today members spent time training on aerial-based high-angle rescue operations utilizing Ladder 20.

While our aerial device is most commonly associated with fire suppression, it also serves as a valuable rescue tool when faced with difficult access situations. During this training, crews reviewed patient packaging, stokes rigging, aerial tip operations, and the safe removal of a victim from an elevated position using a stokes basket and rope rescue equipment.

These types of incidents are low-frequency but high-risk events. Whether it’s a worker injured on a roof, a patient trapped in an elevated location, or a rescue in an area inaccessible by conventional means, our members must be prepared to safely and efficiently remove patients while protecting both rescuers and victims.

The public often sees the finished product when we arrive on an emergency scene. What they don’t always see are the countless hours spent training to ensure we’re ready when those calls come.

photos courtesy of Kathy Kling

We’d like to thank Loyalsock Volunteer Fire Co. and Eldred Township Volunteer Fire Company for participating in tonight’...
05/30/2026

We’d like to thank Loyalsock Volunteer Fire Co. and Eldred Township Volunteer Fire Company for participating in tonight’s joint training focused on the Incident Commander’s Tactical Worksheet. Each department now utilizes the same command board shown in the photo below, creating a common framework for managing emergency incidents.

Chief officers from each department worked through multiple incident scenarios, discussing the effective use of the command board, implementation of tactical supervisors, accountability practices, and the expansion of operations during escalating incidents requiring multiple alarms.

The integration of these Combat Ready Command Boards will enhance fireground management through a standardized approach to command, control, and operational benchmarks. By speaking the same language and utilizing the same tools, our departments are better positioned to operate seamlessly together, improving efficiency, accountability, and ultimately the safety of both our responders and the communities we serve.

Training together today helps ensure we perform together when it matters most.

Station 20 along with mutual aid units were dispatched in the 1st due this evening for a reported mobile home on fire. C...
05/27/2026

Station 20 along with mutual aid units were dispatched in the 1st due this evening for a reported mobile home on fire.

Chief 23 arrived with fire showing from a single-wide mobile home. Engine 20 and Chief 1-20 (Schramm) arrived first on scene. Engine 20 proceeded to pull two attack lines for offensive operations, with Chief 2-20 (Bower) assuming a tactical supervisor role for the crews working inside. Engine 20, Tanker 20, Tanker 18 and Tanker 22 made quick work, knocking down the bulk of the fire within minutes.

The fire was brought under control within 15 minutes of arrival. Thanks to our mutual aid partners for their assistance.

Four members spent the past weekend in Butler County, Pa participating in the 24hr ERS. The scenarios began at 9am Satur...
05/22/2026

Four members spent the past weekend in Butler County, Pa participating in the 24hr ERS.

The scenarios began at 9am Saturday and continued until 9am Sunday. During the 24hrs the crew was able to respond with our ladder truck and function using riding assignment based SOGs. We worked with 65 total participants from 13 different departments. A total of 96 scenarios covered a huge spectrum of emergencies.

We would like to thank Cranberry Township for opening their firehouse and training facility for the weekend. In addition a huge thank you to Chief Capuzzi and all of the membership of the Adams Area Fire Department for housing our rig, allowing us to stay the night, providing a meal and take in runs.

This is a one of a kind training environment and we hope to be selected again next year so we can make this a yearly weekend for our membership.

All photo credits to their photographers.

Adams Area Fire District James - Jimmy - Ellis Firehouse Station 42 Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Company

Station 20 was dispatched to the first due today for a reported oven on fire in a residence. Engine 20, Ladder 20, and C...
05/20/2026

Station 20 was dispatched to the first due today for a reported oven on fire in a residence.

Engine 20, Ladder 20, and Chief 1-20 made the response. Engine 20 arrived and stretched a line, while Ladder 20 positioned on the residence.

The incident was resolved quickly with the fire contained to the oven with no extension.

Engine 20 responded on the second alarm to assist Williamsport Bureau of Fire with a 3 story building fire.Initial arriv...
05/18/2026

Engine 20 responded on the second alarm to assist Williamsport Bureau of Fire with a 3 story building fire.

Initial arriving crews made quick work of a kitchen fire on the second floor. Chief 1-20 took safety while Engine 20 worked on side C.

photos courtesy of Ian McCann.

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821 Broad Street
Montoursville, PA
17754

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