UNITY VFD

10/28/2025

🚨 National First Responder Day 🚨

Today we honor and thank the brave men and women who answer the call — day or night, in every weather, and in every emergency.

To our Unity Volunteer Fire Department members, thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and service to our community. And to all our brothers and sisters in fire, EMS, law enforcement, and emergency dispatch — we see you, we appreciate you, and we’re proud to stand beside you.

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Your courage keeps our community safe.

10/24/2025

🚒 Trunk-or-Treat Fun in Plum Borough! 🎃

FF/EMT McIlrath and FF Burton spent their Wednesday evening at Plum Borough Community Library’s Trunk or Treat event, handing out candy and meeting local families! 🍬

We were joined by our friends from Plum EMS,Plum Borough Police Dept, and fellow fire departments, along with many local residents and businesses who came together to make this a great community day. 👻

Despite the chilly weather, the smiles and costumes made it all worth it! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello — we love being part of such a supportive community! 💛🔥

10/19/2025

Helping out UNITY VFD has never tasted so good!

I’m happy to share that our fundraiser with Chipotle Mexican Grill has been officially approved!

📅 Date: Sunday, November 16
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Monroeville Chipotle – 4137 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA 15146
🔑 Fundraiser Code: VMB4CG8

All you have to do is two things:
1) Show up to the Monroeville location during the time listed above and place your order while using the code VMB4CG8 at checkout (in-store or online).

2) Please help by spreading the word to friends, family, neighbors, and on social media. Get your family, friends, neighbors, coaches, little league, soccer teams, whoever you want to eat at Chipotle and use the code.

The flyer and pamphlet with all the details you can share to help get the word out.

Thank you all for your support in making this fundraiser a success!

10/13/2025

Don’t forget to stop out tomorrow between 6-730p to receive your free flu shot from Plum EMS!

Plum EMS FREE Flu Vaccine Clinic is tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14, being held at the Plum Borough Municipal Building, 2000 Mike Thomas Way from 6p-7:30. Supplies are limited. Must be at least 18 years of age.

10/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Open House today! 🚒

We loved seeing so many families, friends, and neighbors come through the station to check out the trucks, meet our volunteers, and learn about fire safety.

A big shoutout to Plum EMS for joining us and spending the day alongside our department — we appreciate your partnership and all that you do for the community!

Events like this remind us how strong and supportive our Plum community truly is. ❤️ Thank you for making today a great success!

10/11/2025

🚒 Fire Prevention Week ends today!

We hope you found our battery safety tips helpful. Here’s a final reminder:

✅Check all devices that use lithium-ion batteries

🗣Share what you’ve learned with family and friends

♻Recycle any old or damaged batteries you have

Fire prevention is a shared responsibility — thank you for doing your part!

If you’d like help locating a recycling site or have battery questions, message us anytime and visit us at our station for our Fire Prevention Open House this Sunday, October 12th between 11-3!

10/10/2025

🔥 Fire Prevention Week 2025 🔥

This week, members and officers of Unity Volunteer Fire Department visited 10 different groups of kids throughout our community to talk about fire safety! 🚒👩‍🚒👨‍🚒

The kids had a blast exploring the fire trucks, trying on gear, and learning how to stay safe in case of a fire. It’s always one of our favorite weeks of the year — especially since several of our own members have children in these schools, making the visits even more special ❤️

A huge thank you to our dedicated volunteers who made this possible — many of whom used vacation days from their full-time jobs to spend time teaching fire safety and connecting with the next generation. Your commitment to our community never goes unnoticed.

‼️Don’t forget to stop by our station this Sunday, October 12th between 11-3 for more fire safety information and a chance to check out the trucks and station!

10/10/2025

💡 Day 6 – What To Do If a Battery Catches Fire

Even with proper use, lithium-ion batteries can fail. Be ready:

🔥 If a device starts smoking, popping, or sparking:

Unplug it immediately (if safe to do so).

Do NOT try to move or handle the device.

Call 911 right away — and alert others nearby.

If it’s safe, use a Class ABC or lithium-ion–rated fire extinguisher.

⚠️ Never use water on a lithium-ion battery fire — it can make the reaction worse.

Being prepared and acting fast can prevent injuries and keep small incidents from becoming large fires.

10/09/2025

❗ Myth vs Fact: Battery Safety

Myth: “All batteries are safe once they’re in a device.”

Fact: Even batteries inside devices can be damaged by drops, heat, or improper charging. A damaged battery can erupt unexpectedly.

Other tips:

▪️Don’t block ventilation while charging

▪️Avoid exposing batteries to extreme heat (e.g. inside a hot car)

▪️Don’t force incompatible batteries into a device

10/08/2025

♻️ Tip #3: Recycle responsibly

🚯Never put lithium-ion batteries in household trash or standard recycling bins — they can cause fires in waste systems.

📍Find a local battery- or electronics-recycling drop-off site (search via Call2Recycle or local waste management).

📱We’re happy to help you identify a safe drop-off location in our area — message us or check our website for more contact information www.unityvfd233.org

To learn more about lithium ion battery safety, Plum Borough is hosting a FREE class in conjunction with Allegheny County Emergency Services Fire Marshal's Office tomorrow, Thursday October 9th at 6pm at the Municipal Complex at 2000 Mike Thomas Way.

10/07/2025

🔌 Tip #2: Charge safely

Here’s how to reduce risk while charging:

📱Use the charger that came with the device (or one approved by the manufacturer).

⚡Always charge on a hard, non-flammable surface (no beds, couches, or flammable materials).

🔋Never leave batteries charging unattended for long periods.

📵Don’t overcharge — unplug once fully charged.

🔥If a battery gets hot, deformed, or begins to swell — stop using it immediately.