Merion Fire Company of Ardmore

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10/18/2026 1357 Building Fire

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10/18/2026 | 1357 Hours – Station 25 responded to 1209 W. Wynnewood Road for a reported apartment fire.

Units from Stations 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 28, Narberth Ambulance (313), and the Fire Marshal’s Office responded as part of the initial building fire assignment.

Upon arrival, firefighters investigated and located a smoking light fixture in a basement room. Crews quickly addressed the problem and brought the incident under control before it could develop into a more serious situation.

Thanks to the quick response and coordinated efforts of the responding companies, the incident was handled without the need for an extended operation.

Not every building fire dispatch turns out to be a working fire, but every call receives the same level of attention and preparedness from our volunteers. 🚒

10/7/2026 1940 Tree on Fire

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10/7/2026 | 1940 Hours – Station 25 responded to 267 Kent Road in Wynnewood for a report of a tree on fire after coming into contact with electrical wires behind a residence.

Upon arrival, Ardmore firefighters discovered a tree smoldering while in contact with energized power lines. Crews secured the area and requested PECO to respond to safely disconnect the electrical service.

Once PECO confirmed that power to the affected lines had been shut off, Station 25 firefighters were able to safely extinguish the smoldering tree and eliminate the hazard.

⚠️ Electrical Safety Reminder: Trees and branches in contact with energized power lines can pose a serious danger, even when there are no visible flames. Never attempt to move or extinguish burning vegetation near electrical wires. Stay clear of the area and call 911.

Incidents like this highlight the importance of coordination between firefighters and utility companies to safely handle electrical emergencies.

8/5/26 1322 Wire Fire

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8/5/2026 | 1322 Hours – Station 25 responded to the intersection of Mill Creek and Old Gulph Roads for a report of a tree branch resting on energized electrical wires that had caught fire.

Chief 25, Engine 25, and Engine 25-1 arrived and secured the area to protect the public from the energized wires and any falling debris while awaiting the arrival of PECO. As a precaution, firefighters thoroughly soaked the area beneath the wires to ensure no fire had spread to the surrounding vegetation.

Electrical emergencies can be extremely dangerous. If you encounter downed wires, sparking electrical equipment, or burning vegetation near power lines, stay well away from the area and call 911. Always assume power lines are energized until the utility company confirms otherwise.

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Merion Fire Company of Ardmore
35 Greenfield Ave,
Ardmore, PA 19003

Phone: 610-642-9580

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