PFD History

Never Forgotten

Firefighter James Allen. Ladder 16

On Tuesday, October 7, 2003 at 07:45 AM, Ladder 16 responded on Tactical Box 4377, Aramingo Avenue and Cambria Streets. as first due ladder. When Engine 6, the first due engine, arrived at 2972 Aramingo Ave, the officer reported medium smoke coming from the second floor of a two-story twin dwelling 14’ x 50’, and put 1 & 1 in service.

Firefighter Allen was assigned to perform up and over ventilation. After climbing to the roof, taking out the front windows on his way up, he crossed the roof and took out the windows in the rear of the dwelling. As he returned to the front of the dwelling, he collapsed.

A resident across the street witnessed firefighter Allen collapse and told other firefighters. The resident also called 911 and told the dispatcher that a fireman was in trouble on the roof.

Members of Ladder 16 climbed to the roof and found firefighter Allen unresponsive. They started CPR while other members raised the main ladder. Medic 8 was dispatched and he was transported to Northeastern Hospital where efforts to revive him failed. Information provided by Firemans Hall.

Never Forgotten

Hoseman Frank Cocker. Engine 14

On September 22, 1900 Hoseman Frank B. Cocker was detailed to Engine 46, located at Water and Reed Streets, to paint the station. While performing these duties, he fell injuring his arm and back. Hoseman Cocker died of these injuries on October 7, 1900. Information provided by Firemans Hall.

PFD on the Job

October 6, 2020

3800 W Cambridge St

PFD on the Job

October 6, 2020

5000 B St

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October 6, 2021

Cottman and Bustleton Ave

Nostalgia PFD

Firefighter Recognition Day 1989

Standing left to right
Batt. Chief John Devlin, Captain Ray Funizio, Local 22 President Yost, FF Steve Murphy, FF Jake Voltz, Commissioner Ulshafer, Deputy Commissioner Schweizer, Deputy Commissioner Hairston.

Kneeling Left to Right

Captain Mike Cram, FF Tom Burke, FF Mike Groves, FF Cliff Grous, FF Steve Hess, Captain Gerald Prodoehl, FF Marty Corcoran.

On this Date. October 6, 1962

1600 Ruan St
Red Mill Furniture
5 Alarms

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Nostalgia PFD

In honor of Fire Prevention Week, here are some photos from the late 1960s of the various fire prevention floats. Photos submitted by Joe Fenerty. Thanks Joe for your submissions. Much appreciated.