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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.

9/4/2026 0722 CO Detector

09.08.2026 by Graham Fuller //

9/4/2026 | 0722 Hours – Following the earlier underground electrical fire near Haverford Station Road and W. Lancaster Ave., the crew from Engine 25 was called to the Chase Bank in the 300 block of W. Lancaster Ave. before the business opened for the day.

Firefighters checked the building for elevated carbon monoxide levels to ensure it was safe for employees and customers following the underground fire.

Incidents involving underground electrical equipment can produce smoke and carbon monoxide that may travel into nearby buildings, making these precautionary checks an important part of keeping our community safe.

9/4/2026 0505 Electrical Fire Outside

09.04.2026 by Graham Fuller //

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.