Hilltop Hose Company #3

02/22/2022

2/21/22 – 11:52 – 280, 281, and 282 were alerted for a residential structure fire in the 200 block of W 11th Ave in Tarentum. Police were O/S and confirmed a working fire in a duplex. A 2nd alarm was quickly struck which added 112, 134, 159, 167, 168, and 169 to the incident. Crews worked on the scene for multiple hours before the fire was deemed under control. 168 Truck responded.

After being released from the fire while enroute back to the station, a call for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle came in. With the Tarentum companies committed to the fire, 167 was diverted to the accident. 168 Truck stopped to assist but crews were sufficient on scene. 168 crews returned back to service shortly after.

01/01/2022

Frank D. Cassoni Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

https://www.cicholski-zidekfh.com/obituaries/Frank-D-Cassoni?obId=23521471#/celebrationWall

The Officers and Members regret to announce the passing of Life Member Frank Cassoni. Frank joined the company in 2000 and served 20 years, receiving his life membership award in 2021. At one point in time he was the company photographer and over his membership was a huge supporter of company fundraisers. For all that he has done for Hilltop Hose and for his companionship, he will be dearly missed. We ask that you keep Frank's family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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12/24/2021

12/20/2021

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the deaths of four of our own.

On December 20th, 1991, David Emanuelson, Frank Veri, Jr., Michael Cielicki Burns, and Richard Frantz answered their final call and perished in a commercial structure fire in Brackenridge.

Each year, we visit where they rest to honor and remember their lives and dedication to our company and ultimately their community. Despite what life has thrown our way this year much like last year, this year will be no different.

Appropriately, we have met four times over the course of 2021 to continue to learn and reflect from this tragedy, hearing presentations from local, state, and even international officials and experts. Today, we will meet one final time this year at each resting place to pay our respects to those that gave their all.

We will always remember; lest we forget.

12/18/2021

12/18/21 - 00:12 - 167, 168, 169, 110 EMS, 281, Vandergrift 51 - Harrison companies were alerted to a commercial fire alarm activation at Bird Dog's Sports Bar and Grill, 2615 Freeport Road. Multiple calls reported smoke in the building. 169 Chief O/S reported heavy smoke in the area, evacuation in progress. Call was upgraded to a commercial structure fire. 281 and Vandergrift 51 were added for RIT. Fire was found and extinguished, ventilation was then performed.

168 Truck and Engine responded and operated on the roof and performed interior searches with other crews.

12/08/2021

Hilltop Hose Co. #3 2022 Officers

Executive Officers

President - Brian Carney
Vice President - Derrick Henry
Recording Secretary - Mark Loya
Financial Secretary - Tyler Mohney
Assistant Secretary - Darrell Davis
Treasurer - Jake Carney
Trustees - Tyler Mohney (3) Greg Wygonik (1)
Relief Directors - Jeff Balog, Brian Carney, Darrell Davis
Chaplain - Mike Krzeminski

Line Officers

Fire Chief - Mike Krzeminski
Assistant Chief - Jeff Balog
Captain - Sean Frantz
1st Lieutenant - Jake Carney
2nd Lieutenant - Derrick Henry

12/04/2021

Santa's coming!!

You can see him passing by on our route between 3:00 and 5:00 today! We hope to see you out!

11/25/2021

The Officers and Members of Hilltop Hose would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

11/24/2021

11/23/21 - 16:52 (4:52 PM) - Harrison Companies 169, 167, 168, and 110 EMS were alerted to a possible apartment building fire at Village Green Apartments off of Saxonburg Road.

168 Captain, Truck, and Special Services responded to the scene.

Shortly after dispatch, units were advised that the fire in an apartment was believed to be out. Upon arrival and investigation, crews found a light smoke condition and charred items. After ensuring the fire was completely out, units cleared and returned to station.

11/24/2021

For the past few weeks, members from 168 have met weekly with members from Highland Hose Volunteer Fire Company, Station 280 out of Tarentum to review Aerial Operations skills together. This past Sunday morning was the practical, and crews familiarized each other with one another's aerial devices with setup and operation. Thank you to Mr. John Gardell for the great class!

10/30/2021

Just a notice:

Neighbors and community members, tonight during Harrison's Trick-or-Treating event, a handful of our members will be patrolling our response district in our marked apparatus and personally-owned vehicles as per tradition. It is another way of us showing our dedication to keeping the community safe. *Sirens/horns will not be used in conjunction with emergency lighting unless we are dispatched to an actual emergency.*

That said, please use extra caution on our roadways as families will be out and about. We strongly recommend driving slowly through all residential neighborhoods within the Township.

10/12/2021

Fire crews dispatched for natural gas odor across Harrison; no danger found

10/12/21 - 8:28/8:46/9:19/9:34 AM - Harrison Companies 167, 168, and 169 were alerted to multiple calls related to a smell of natural gas both inside and outside residences and structures throughout the township. In all, 168 was officially alerted to four of them.

168 Engine responded and crews searched to find a cause or source of the odor.

Firefighters from multiple departments were dispatched early Tuesday to check on reports of a natural gas odor that wafted along the entire stretch of Freeport Road in Harrison. “Nobody is in danger,” James Bartolovich, chief of the Harrison Hills Volunteer Fire Company, said. “All...

10/10/2021

The members, officers, and families of the Hilltop Hose Co. #3 send our deepest sympathies to the Allegheny Township Fire Company #1 - Westmoreland Co. Sta. 99 - after the loss of two of their members this week - Josh Suveges and Don Nickels. May they both rest in peace.

10/09/2021

Fire Prevention Week ends tonight but that doesn't mean fire safety will! Stay alert and prepared all year long by keeping your alarms ready to beep. Continue learning about other safety tips at https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/09/2021

#BeLikeBill Be sure to replace your alarms every ten years. Learn more @ https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/08/2021

Working smoke detectors save lives. Test yours every month to ensure it's ready to alert you should disaster strike. Additionally, they do have a lifespan. If it's older than 10 years, it's time for a new one. Learn more at https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/06/2021

Know the difference between a "chirp" and a "beep". A "chirp" could mean that you need to replace your alarm, or simply change its battery. Alarms should be replaced every 10 years. Learn more about this and other fire safety tips at: https://www.nfpa.org/.../Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/06/2021

Know the difference between a "chirp" and a "beep". A "beep" means danger (smoke/carbon monoxide) is present! Get out, stay out, and call 911. Learn more about this and other fire safety tips at: https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/04/2021

"Knowing the difference between a "beep" and a "chirp" coming from your smoke or CO alarm can save you, your family, and your home." Learn more about the sounds of fire safety at: https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

10/03/2021

It's that time of year, again! Fire Prevention Week begins today, October 3rd and runs through Saturday, October 9th. This year's theme is "Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety", focusing on the importance of working smoke and CO (carbon monoxide) alarms! Knowing what to do when an alarm sounds will keep you and your family safe. When an alarm makes noises (a beeping sound or a chirping sound) you MUST take action! Learn more at: https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

09/22/2021

It's a hockey night in Natty Heights!

The Hilltop Hose Co. #3 is proud to present its next fundraiser: "Pittsburgh Penguin Raffle"!

Prizes are 2 tickets to 5 home games this upcoming Penguins season (2 tickets PER game, see below for game dates) and a $250 Visa prepaid gift card! Winner takes all!

Only 250 raffle tickets will be sold. 4 lucky numbers per ticket. Raffle tickets are $10 each. Please see any member or message us to grab yours today!

Drawing will take place on 12/25/21, 7PM PA lottery. SGOC #21340

Game Dates:
1/23/22 vs. Winnipeg Jets
3/8/22 vs. Florida Panthers
3/29/22 vs. New York Rangers
4/5/22 vs. Colorado Avalanche
4/21/22 vs. Boston Bruins

09/19/2021

Citizens, at approximately 9:00 this morning, the 3 Harrison companies plus Brackenridge will be activated for an incident at the Allegheny Ludlum mill in Brackenridge. Please note that this is ONLY a drill. This is the planned annual drill with ATI personnel to hone in our skills for industrial emergency response.

09/11/2021

Today marks twenty years since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., and a third location had it not been for those on Flight 93 taking action, bringing the fourth plane down in Shanksville, PA.

It is a difficult reminder for all of us as our world had been changed forever; not just in emergency response but the country in general.

This year and every year we remember the lives lost - both civilian and responders - to this tragedy and with that we will never forget the sacrifices made. "All gave some, some gave all."

Photo: Anthony Quintano - https://www.flickr.com/photos/quintanomedia/15201252371/

08/25/2021

08/25/21 - 4:06 PM - Harrison Companies 167, 168, 169 and 110 EMS were alerted to an apartment building fire in the 2200 block of Freeport Road in 167's district. PD on scene reported black smoke, 2nd alarm was struck which alerted Brackenridge 112, Springdale 273, Tarentum 280, 281, & 282, Butler 27 & 36, and Westmoreland 69-1.

168 Truck, Special Services, Captain, and Asst Chief responded to scene. 168 crews were tasked with primary search of the apartment. During the search, 168 crew located the fire in the rear of the apartment and assisted with suppression and overhaul operations. A quick knock on the fire was made and operations began to wrap up shortly after.

08/01/2021

The Rescue-Engine, Squad, along with Hilltop Hose Company #3 168 Truck currently covering Freeport VFD Station 70 while they are hosting a fireworks display in town.

06/12/2021

LABOR DAY GUN RAFFLE TICKET!

The Hilltop Hose Company #3 is proud to present our next fundraiser! Prizes include a Ruger AR Rifle and a Kimber 1911 Pistol along with plenty of ammo for both! $10 per ticket, only 500 tickets available, so get yours while you can!!! ··WINNER··TAKES··ALL·· Please see the picture for more info.

Contact a member, send us a message, leave a comment on this post, or call the station to buy yours! Thank you for your continued support! All proceeds go directly toward our Truck Fund to continue maintaining our fire apparatus.

Drawing will be based off of the PA 7PM Evening Lottery on September 6, 2021. Thank you to Sportman's Supply in Butler!

06/03/2021

6/2/21 - 22:52 - Company 168 along with Tarentum 280 & 281 were alerted on a structural assignment notification by Pioneer 112 at the Brackenridge Hall Apartments in the 800 block of 1st Avenue in Brackenridge.

168 Truck and Engine responded. Crews assisted with ventilation on scene.

Company 168 was released from the scene and returned into service around 00:45 on 6/3.

06/02/2021

6/2/21 - 14:32 - 168 Truck responded on a third-alarm notification to a working fire at the Rachael Carson Hall Apartments on 2nd Avenue in Tarentum. 168 Chief also responded to the scene.

05/31/2021

Today we remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Happy Memorial Day; we will never forget.