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The Peters Township Fire Department would like to send a HUGE Happy Birthday to Assistant Fire Chief Bill Gaughan! Chief Gaughan has served the residents of Peters Township for nearly 25 years and quickly rose through the ranks of the department. His life-long dedication to public safety, commitment to physical fitness, and progressive approach to the delivery of fire protection serve as an example for us all at PTFD! @billgaughan64 #petersfire #chief641

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The on-duty #petersfire crew swung by @chipotle this evening to pick up dinner and to support Peters Township Youth Lacrosse! #CommunityFirst #Engine641 #firetrucksofinstagram

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Squad 64-2, outfitted as a command vehicle is an unmarked Chevrolet Tahoe assigned to the on-duty officer. Monday through Friday, it is assigned to the deputy fire chief, and on weekends rotates through lieutenants and captains. The “Duty Officer” program was launched in 2018 and allows for the immediate response of an additional firefighter. The on-duty officer has also had a positive impact when we are dispatched to more than one call simultaneously, which occurs during approx 20% of our incidents. #petersfire #squad642

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Squad 64-1 and Rescue 64 on scene of a vehicle accident on Bebout Road yesterday afternoon. Both of these apparatus are fully licensed Advanced Life Support (ALS) vehicles equipped with the same supplies as an ambulance, with the exception of a stretcher. PTFD is staffed 24/7/365 with firefighters licensed as EMTs, Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics in addition to their fire, rescue, and hazmat training. #petersfire #squad641 #rescue64

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“True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.” - Arthur Ashe —— Paramedic Supervisor Matt Smelser was the example day in and day out - a true hero, with the urge to serve others, ultimately at the highest cost. —— Our crews were honored to be a part of today’s services along with police, fire, and EMS from across the commonwealth and beyond. Rest easy, sir.

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As we conclude 2019, calculate our annual statistics, and reflect on the events of the year, we realize that as an organization so much has happened in just 365 days. We’ve seen our department at its best, issuing our fifth Medal of Honor for courageous acts during a fatal fire where a mayday was transmitted. We’ve seen our department in its darkest of days, struggling to grapple with the suicide of a beloved fellow firefighter.
In 2019, someone dialed 9-1-1 1,507 times that prompted dispatch of the Peters Township Fire Department. Every time, fire apparatus rolled out the door immediately, with no hesitation, staffed by professionally trained career and volunteer firefighters. In 2019, for the first time in nearly 40 years, we installed a new fire chief and subsequently promoted a new deputy chief. We increased nearly all areas of service - we conducted more fire inspections, we educated thousands of people, more than ever before - from toddlers to senior citizens - through our fire and life safety education platforms. We increased our community outreach and involvement through various community engagement and fundraising events. We continued our work in emergency management, coordinating efforts between police, fire, and EMS for response to large-scale natural or man-made disasters, such as flooding or a mass casualty incident. We continued essential programs such as our child car seat installations, and our home fire and safety inspections, in which we ensure that residential homes are equipped with the proper safety measures. We are grateful for a community that provides the caliber of support and care that we receive. It is second to none, and is unwavering in nature. We are grateful for a township council and management that works consistently to ensure that we are evolving in a way that meets our growing community’s needs. Finally, we are grateful to our firefighters for their selfless contributions to community and greater good - from reviving a pulseless patient, to laying wreaths on fallen soldier’s graves. The fellowship and camaraderie among our team, coupled with the support of our community is what fuels our passion to serve.

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Support of our community and organizations that help those around us is central to our emphasis on community involvement. Our annual collection for the @mdawesternpa is one example of the many ways that our firefighters choose to support their community. Thanks to everyone who donated to our team while at the @gianteagle in McMurray, we were able to present a check for $2,889.00 to the MDA. Special thanks to Captain Gruber, FF/EMT Sean Walters, and firefighter Sherri Bayer for freeing up their time to collect for this great cause! #CommunityFirst #PetersFire #mda

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Yesterday morning, five Peters Township Firefighters assisted in the placement of wreaths on the tombs of fallen soldiers at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. This event, sponsored by Wreaths Across America aims to: REMEMBER our fallen Veterans, HONOR those who serve, and TEACH children the value of freedom. Thank you to all who participated! #PetersFire #CommunityFirst @wreathsacross

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Deputy Chief Caputo and Lieutenant Cramer spent the first part of their day at McMurray Elementary School for career day. We were thrilled to participate in this event and so thankful for the opportunity to educate 200 students on why we are so fortunate to have the best job in the world! Recruitment starts young and therefore we take the education of our next generation of firefighters very seriously! #CommunityFirst #petersfire #careerday #firefighter #truck64 @peterstwpschools @cbspittsburgh

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Santa fought the cold, wind, and rain to join us this evening for the annual tree lighting! Great job to Peters Township Parks & Recreation and Peters Township Public Library for their awesome work to host this event!

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There are many things for us to be thankful for at the Peters Township Fire Department.
We are thankful for a community that hears us and supports us. One that understands our mission and realizes the vital role that our organization has in public safety. We are thankful for a council that believes Peters Township residents deserve the absolute best in emergency services and therefore provides the tools, apparatus, and facilities enabling us to deliver this service.
THANK YOU for allowing us to serve you and for always believing in our life-saving mission.
Here's to the start of a SAFE and HAPPY holiday season!

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Peters Township Firefighters will be at the Donaldson’s Crossroad @gianteagle today until 5pm collecting for the @mdawesternpa! We were so happy that Kaidyn Moore, a Washington County resident who has directly benefitted from the MDA paid us a visit! Please stop by and join us in supporting the MDA! #petersfire #Communityfirst

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Peters Fire had the privilege of supporting @peterstwpschools and the varsity football team as they head to their FIRST WPIAL CHAMPIONSHIP! Good luck boys! #communityfirst #petersfire #truck64

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The beautiful #Truck64 responding to a residential fire alarm within the township this afternoon. Truck 64 is a 2018 @rosenbauer_america 109’ quint. #petersfire #communityfirst

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Rescue 64 out on a Home Fire & Life Safety Inspection in the Cranmoor neighborhood on a beautiful (but cold) fall morning. #communityfirst #rescue64 #petersfire #firetruck @toynefiretrucks

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We had a fantastic time visiting our many trick-or-treaters that braved the cold and rain this past Thursday evening. We even stumbled upon @kicklinedancecenter performing “Thriller”. Truck 64 blocked the road and provided lighting while they danced! #communityfirst

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An awesome shot last night of a beautiful autumn evening in Peters Township! Thanks to Firefighter/Paramedic Tim Frazier for taking a moment to capture this! #petersfire #engine642 #firefighter

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It is with indescribable sadness that we announce the untimely passing of active Firefighter Adam C. Tarbert. -
Firefighter Tarbert joined the Peters Township Fire Department in March of 2003 at the age of 18 and aggressively excelled through his training, becoming an essential member of our team. Adam remained very active in the department until 2010, when he took time to focus on his young family and work as a Police officer. -
After being hired full-time by Peters Township in the Department of Public Works, Adam joined the fire department again in 2017. He quickly picked up right where he left off, always looking to lend a hand as an integral component of our organization.
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Regardless of whether it was a co-worker, fellow firefighter, or township resident, Adam always greeted others with a smile and kindness. Undoubtedly, an interaction with Adam resulted in a smile on your face, and an extra taste of positivity in your day. -
We are devastated by this loss to our organization, township staff, and community as a whole. Adam will be sorely missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him and calling him a friend. -
Thank you, Adam, for your years of service to Peters Township, and for the countless memories and camaraderie. —
Firefighter Adam C. Tarbert
7/25/84-9/16/19

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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around” (Leo Buscaglia)

We feel that this is a core value to all public safety services - that regardless of the severity of an incident, we have the unique opportunity to touch someone’s life. Often this occurs not by rescuing someone from a burning building or reviving them from a cardiac arrest, but in our daily interactions with those we serve during routine calls.
We received this card and baked goods from a resident that recently experienced a medical emergency. It’s evident that Firefighter/Paramedic Tim Frazier and Firefighter/EMT Dave Holovack had this effect on them. We are fortunate to have some of the region’s best emergency medical providers working in our organization, and we are proud that this is our standard of care for all who live, work, and visit Peters Township.

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February 13, 2019 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

PTFD Car Seat Program Featured in Magazine

Peters Township Fire Department runs one of the busiest Car Seat Fitting Stations in the State of Pennsylvania, and we were...

January 31, 2019 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

Cold Weather Emergency

Peters Township Emergency Management opens Fire Department as Warming Center As always, the Peters Township Fire Department...

November 20, 2018 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

Peters Fire Department to Host Car Seat Safety Event

October 10, 2018 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

PTFD Ladder Truck Featured on Magazine Cover

Peters Township Fire Department’s New Ladder Truck Featured on the Cover of INPeters Township Magazine! IN Peters...

October 1, 2018 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

PTFD Welcomes 600 Guests to Open House

What better way to celebrate the kick-off of Fire Prevention Month!? The Peters Township Fire Department (PTFD) hosted its 7th...

September 19, 2018 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

WATER MAIN BREAK EAST MCMURRAY @ BEBOUT

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September 6, 2018 Jordan Cramer 0 Comments

7th Annual Open House

You won’t want to miss PTFD’s 7th Annual Open House to kick-off Fire Prevention Month! Enjoy free food, music, and...

September 3, 2018 Lindsey Moore 0 Comments

Peters Township Fire Department Receives $82,000.00 in Grants

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Peters Township, PA (August 24th, 2018) Peters Township Fire Department awarded $82,000.00 in Grant...

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New Truck 64 Operating at Structure Fire in North Strabane on Monday August 6, 2018

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New Truck 64 Operating at Structure Fire in North Strabane on Monday August 6, 2018
Peters Township Fire Department Receives $82,000.00 in Grants