Merion Fire Company of Ardmore

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9/4/2026 0505 Electrical Fire Outside

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9/4/2026 | 0505 Hours – Ardmore firefighters responded to the intersection of Haverford Station Road and W. Lancaster Ave. for a report of a manhole on fire.

Upon arrival, Station 25 crews secured the area and began investigating. Due to the potential hazards associated with an underground electrical incident, firefighters also checked nearby businesses for elevated carbon monoxide levels while awaiting the arrival of PECO.

Once PECO arrived, the scene was turned over to their crews for further investigation and repairs.

Even before sunrise, our volunteers are ready to respond and help keep our community safe.

8/28/26 1551 Fire Alarm

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8/28/2026 | 1551 Hours – Station 25 responded to 170 Lakeside Road for a reported fire alarm.

Upon arrival, Ardmore firefighters encountered a smoke condition near the elevator and began investigating the source. Crews determined that an overheated pump was responsible for the smoke.

Firefighters secured the affected area and checked for any signs of fire or extension before clearing the scene.

Fire alarm activations can be caused by many different situations, but every alarm is treated as a potential emergency until our crews can investigate and determine that the building is safe.

8/27/26 1823 Odor of Gas

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8/27/2026 | 1823 Hours – Station 25 responded to 21 Cricket Ave. for a reported odor of natural gas inside the building.

Upon arrival, Ardmore firefighters investigated the building to determine the source of the odor and check for any potential hazards. Reports of natural gas odors are always taken seriously. If you smell gas inside a building, leave the area, avoid anything that could create a spark, and call 911 from a safe location

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

Phone: 610-642-9580

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