04/30/2026
* 4/29/26 Update - Multiple Incidents *
We’ve received several questions regarding the increased emergency activity and sirens this evening.
Between approximately 6:30 PM and 7:15 PM, South Strabane firefighters responded to a high volume of calls resulting from a widespread power outage affecting the western portion of the township, as well as surrounding communities. In addition to multiple automatic fire alarms, crews assisted with emergency management operations, including deploying generators to maintain power to traffic signals.
Following this influx of calls, Crews participated in a joint training session with Canton Township Fire Department in our station, while three of our firefighters were also attending a Firefighter II prep course at Westmoreland County Community College.
At approximately 9:00 PM, firefighters were dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the Orchard Terrace area of the township. The resident reported a smoke detector activation along with the odor of something burning inside the home.
Upon investigation, crews determined the cause to be an electrical transformer within a household device. Power to the unit was safely isolated, and the situation was resolved without further incident.
We extend our thanks, as always, to our mutual aid partners and to both career and volunteer firefighters for their continued dedication in responding to these incidents.
