Tony Miccicke recently captured the D Platoon crew of Engine 9 at a working vehicle fire

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Members on the B Platoon train during bi-annual CPR refresher course recently

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Some B Platoon Members were recently detailed to 13th and Union Elementary for a Fire Prevention presentation, More Photos

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Age to apply is still 18 years. An error on our website was recently pointed out to us.

The Fire Civil Service Board of the City of Reading, Pennsylvania is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter in the Reading Fire Department, Read More

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First Deputy Chief Steven E. Orlosky announced his retirement after 28 years with the fire department effective June 20, 2008. Fire Administration also announce the promotion of personnel resulting from Orlosky's retirement, Read More.

The Michael H Wise II Memorial Foundation announced two events for the weekend of May 31, 2008 to honor the memory of the fallen Reading Police Officer and raise money to fund the foundation that bears his name. The deadline for these events are approaching so hurry, Read More

The RFD Ice Hockey team out scored the Harrisburg team 6-1 when the two teams once again faced each other on Friday May 2, 2008. The game was played at the Twin Ponds Ice arena in Harrisburg. The Reading team was dominate in their victory playing with an aggressive offense, and a solid defense led by our goalie Todd Iaeger. Multiple players scored for the RFD team. with all having a great time. We would like to thank the Harrisburg ice hockey team for a spirited game, and we can't wait to see them on the ice again. The team members also want to thank all of their fans that came out to root them on to victory.

On Saturday April 26th members of the IAFF Local 1803 participated in the 45th annual Fraternal Order of Police and International Association of Firefighters Bowling Tournament held at Colony Park Lanes North in York, PA, Read More

We received a photo from the Fire Marshal of some of the members and their families that participated in the Great American clean-up on Saturday April 19, 2008. The group took care of cleaning up the area around Bear Park in the NorthWest section of the City.

Many thanks to FF James Wenrich for spearheading the event.

A least four structures were damaged during a third alarm fire on april 15, 2008 around 16:00. Fire in 1022 Oley spread quickly to the exposure and needed numerous handlines to control. Crews on the roof made a trench cut to stop the spread from above.

The were no reports of injuries or number of occupants displaced, Read More.

Gallery of images from the fire

At the District 4 IAFF/MDA Conference in Ocean City, Maryland on April 15, 2008, four Reading Firefighters heard many success stories from other IAFF Locals whose members are helping the Muscular Dystrophy Association find a cure for the more than 40 neuromuscular diseases. The district has the distinction of having five Locals out of the top ten in the Nation to raise the most in donations to the IAFF's total contribution in 2007 of more than $25 million, Read More.

The first Perry Apostolou Outing was held on Friday April 11, 2008 in memory of our Brother Perry Apostolou who passed away one year ago on that date. In conjunction with the Reading Phillies, the Afternoon Golf Outing was followed in the evening at the Phillies season opener, Read More.

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On April 12, "Reading Firefighting" authors Michael J. Kitsock and Michael R. Gore held a book signing at The Hendel House of the Berks County Historical Society along with Chief William Rehr to sign the books, "Reading Volunteer Fire Department" and "Reading Firefighting."

A new section of our website will feature member's businesses, See Kameron Funding ; Kerry Miller Remodeling and our latest entry, S & S Cleaning Service

On March 30, 2008, The city took delivery of two 2008 Ford Explorer special service chief's vehicles. The vehicles were purchased from Kovatch Ford, which is a participating dealer in the costars program. The current vehicles for Car's 3 and 4 will become a spare and Car 24 for newly promoted Lt. Lessar.

Despite the holiday conflict, the Reading Firefighters once again came through to put on another quality event. Thanks to FF Mike Shoumlisky for putting it all together, Jam on Sound for being part of the group, the Temple Fire Company and to all our loyal guests who year after year help us make this event a hugh success. Check out Photos from this year's Bash.

Readingpafire is joining the nationwide effort to help ban novelty lighters. Designed to look like toys, novelty lighters are causing serious injuries to children and families throughout the United States

Click the banner to go to the Idea Bank and view the PSA, find other ways to help and join the effort in your community.

The arrival of Engine 11 completes the delivery of all five new pumpers and the new Rescue 1, see photos of the new apparatus in our Fire apparatus and Station sections in our gallery.

Another video by Spike Technologies gives a look back at 2007 on Jumper282's YouTube Page.

Brother Witmoyer's widow is selling some of his fire gear. You may Contact us with your inquiries and interest. The gear and related items is at the 8th and Court station. see the text (txt) file (right click to download).

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