Our 2021 Seniors have officially graduated from High School. We couldn't be any prouder of these young men and women. We wish them the best of luck and look forward to them coming home while away from either at Military or College. See bio from members left to … [Read more...]
Thursday night training was a scenario of an auto body shop with fire. Searches were conducted for a missing employee. Members masks were blacked out for zero visibility. Prior we had a small cookout. … [Read more...]
On June 2nd, we had a working fire on a commercial property in Muhlenberg Twp in the 5300 block of Allentown Pike. Chief 66 was on scene with a working fuel fed fire with fire extending into a 1 1/2 story building. Eventually there was a slight explosion. Members were told to … [Read more...]
On the early hours of June 1st, Engine 66 was dispatched on the structure fire assignment to Maidencreek Twp on East Wessner Road. Crews arrived and assisted with suppression efforts. First arriving units from the Blandon Fire Co had fire from the roof. … [Read more...]
It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of former member Jason Dunlap. Jason served originally with the Goodwill Fire Company in 2008 until the merger where he served for many years. He served in multiple rolls. He was a firefighter and eventually promoting to a … [Read more...]
This morning, crews responded to a strip mall in the 3000 block of North 5th Street Hwy for a reported building collapse. Crews arrived to find a section of the front facade that weakened and fell. There were no injuries and no need for fire services. It was turned over to the … [Read more...]
Last night, the members of the MTFR and assisting companies were dispatched to the 5000 block of Kutztown Rd for a reported structure fire. Crews arrived and found fire to the rear of the house. E66 went in service. It was initially thought there was fire in the basement but … [Read more...]
Outdoor Grilling Safety To make sure your next barbecue does not go up in flames, follow these safety tips: • Designate the grilling area a No Play Zone, keeping kids and pets well away until grill equipment is completely cool. photo of a backyard grill • Before using, … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Weekend unofficially marks the beginning of summer. Before we discuss some summer safety reminders, let us first acknowledge and remember those men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. … [Read more...]
On Sunday May 23rd, members made their way to the Berks County Fire Training Site to participate in our structural Firefighting training. This was the 2nd of 4 that we are having for 2021. Each interior firefighter must attended at least one of these training sessions in order to … [Read more...]
On Saturday May 21st, Muhlenberg High School held a Prom for its Senior class of 2021. There were some Covid restrictions that kept anyone not a student in Muhlenberg from being able to participate. Firefighters Paige Reinhart, Antonio Cipolla & Drue LaFaver all went and … [Read more...]
On Thursday May 20th, High School Seniors & Firefighters Paige Reinhart and Alex Krick attended the Muhlenberg High School Award and Scholarship Ceremony. Paige received the Senator Judy Schwank Good Citizenship Award and the Artie Gaspari Scholarship Award. Alex … [Read more...]
May 8th 2021 was our 1 year anniversary for the establishment of the MTFR. It's been quite the busy year with 1,253 dispatches. Anyone interested in joining our family and become a Firefighter with us, please visit our web site www.mt66fr.com and download the application. … [Read more...]
Prior to the merger, the Goodwill fire station on Tuckerton Road had its flag pole vandalized. Members of the MTFR were able to make repairs and get our American Flag flying once again. Thank you to those who were able to make this happen!! … [Read more...]
After returning from a Fire Alarm, crews were alerted for a vehicle fire on Wentzel Ave in Muhlenberg Township. We arrived within 3 minutes of dispatch to find a fully involved engine compartment fire. E66 went in service and contained the fire. … [Read more...]
