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Over the weekend, The Wissahickon Fire Company held a vehicle rescue demonstration at the 2023 Ambler Auto Show! Our firefighters showed the crowd what it’s like to be a firefighter, along with the various techniques we use to extricate patients after a vehicle accident!

At approximately 8:30pm on March 14th, the Wissahickon Fire Company was dispatched to a residential building fire on the 300 block of Maple Street in the Ambler section of Whitpain Township. Originally dispatched as a basement fire, crews confirmed the fire was limited to the first floor before making entry and extinguishing the blaze. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

It is with a heavy heart that we commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Line of Duty Death (LODD) of Wissahickon Firefighter Raymond Simonis. Firefighter Simonis passed away in the hours after responding to a residential building fire. Ray was known for being able to put a smile on anyone’s face, and the ones who knew him best could always count on him to brighten their day. We will always strive to continue your legacy...Read More

It’s that time of year, again, folks! Be sure to purchase your 2023 Wissahickon Fire Company Lottery Calendar before they’re all gone! Not only can you win up to $500, but ALL proceeds directly support our 100% volunteer organization! Contact a local firefighter or stop by Station 7A any Monday night between 7-9pm to purchase!

On Thursday, November 3rd, the Wissahickon Fire Company was dispatched to a residential building fire on the 200 block of Anderson Lane in Ambler Borough. First arriving units reported smoke and fire showing from the garage and first floor of the home. With the assistance of neighboring companies, crews quickly went to work extinguishing the fire. No serious injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Our thoughts and prayers are...Read More

Please join us for our Annual Open House this Monday, October 3rd from 5-8pm! Come play some games, grab some food, and go for a ride on some of our fire trucks!

The Wissahickon Fire Company extends its condolences to the families of two Pennsylvania State Police troopers who were killed in the line of duty this morning on I-95. The troopers were responding to a report of a pedestrian on the highway when they, along with the pedestrian, were struck by a passing vehicle. Pennsylvania’s “Move Over” law requires that, when passing an emergency vehicle, all drivers safely merge into a lane farther away from the...Read More

On the evening of February 12th, the Wissahickon Fire Company was dispatched to a 2nd alarm fire at the Homewood Suites hotel in Horsham Township. First arriving units found fire on the roof and quickly responded by extinguishing the blaze through the use of aerial ladders and hose lines. While not all 2nd Alarm units directly engaged in firefighting  efforts while on scene at this incident, the decisive and timely action of requesting a 2nd...Read More

At approximately 6 pm on Wednesday, the Wissahickon Fire Company was dispatched to an “Unknown Type Fire” in the area of Church Street and South Main in Ambler Borough. This designation is often used when a 9-1-1 caller believes the see a fire, but cannot determine what is actually burning. Crews responded to the area and ultimately located a mobile camper that was heavily involved. With the assistance of the Fort Washington Fire Company, firefighter...Read More

At approximately 9:56 am on February 3rd, the Wissahickon Fire Company was dispatched to a commercial building fire located at 6 South Main Street in Ambler Borough. Crews arrived to find heavy smoke and fire showing from several areas of the structure. With the help of fire companies from various parts of Montgomery County, first responders worked diligently to extinguish the blaze and minimize any damage to nearby homes and businesses. The cause of the...Read More