Alerts Archives - Merion Fire Company of Ardmore

9/11/2026 0907 Building Fire

09.11.2026 by Graham Fuller //

9/11/2026 | 0907 Hours – Station 25 responded to 203 Linwood Ave. in Ardmore for a reported house fire. Units from Stations 21, 23, 24, 28, 313, and the Fire Marshal’s Office responded as part of the initial building fire assignment.

The first-arriving crew quickly located a fire in a second-floor bedroom and went to work. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire and bring the incident under control before it could spread further through the home.

Crews remained on scene to check the surrounding walls, ceilings, and adjoining areas for any hidden fire or extension before taking up and returning to service.

The quick response and coordinated work of all companies on scene helped keep the fire contained and prevented a more serious incident.

9/9/2026 1213 Building Fire

09.09.2026 by Graham Fuller //

9/9/2026 | 1213 Hours – Station 25 responded to 101 Mill Creek Road in Ardmore for a reported fire in a second-floor apartment. Units from Stations 26, 24, 23, 21, and 28 were also dispatched to assist.

First-arriving crews located a small kitchen fire and quickly went to work. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire and bring the situation under control before it could develop into a more serious incident.

The quick response and coordinated efforts of all companies on scene helped keep the fire contained to the immediate area.

Kitchen fires can grow quickly. Never leave cooking unattended, and always keep anything that can burn away from the stove and cooking area.

9/7/2026 1735 Building Fire

09.08.2026 by Graham Fuller //

9/7/2026 | 1735 Hours – Ladder 25 and members of the Merion Fire Company responded as part of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) assignment at a building fire on the 1000 block of DeKalb Street.

The incident began as a vehicle and trailer fire beneath an overhang at a car dealership before extending to the building. As conditions escalated, the incident was upgraded to a second alarm, bringing additional resources to the scene.

Station 25 personnel operated as one of the RIT teams, standing ready to provide immediate assistance or rescue should a firefighter become injured, trapped, or otherwise need help during fireground operations.

The fire was ultimately brought under control after an extensive multi-company response.