Merion Fire Company of Ardmore
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6/29/2026 | 1027 Hours – Company 25 responded to the area of Lancaster and Anderson Avenues for a reported odor of gas affecting three businesses.
PECO was already on location, and crews entered and checked the stores to investigate the source of the odor. A small gas leak was located, and the scene was turned over for utility repairs.
06/24/2026 | 1900 Hours – Congratulations to Sarah Scherf, Shane Burns, and Jesse Laurino on successfully completing the Pennsylvania Entry Level Firefighter Training Program, commonly known as Firefighter I!
Sarah, Shane, and Jesse joined their fellow members of Montgomery County Fire Academy Class 2602 in completing more than 180 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on training to earn their Firefighter I certification.
This achievement represents months of dedication, hard work, and a commitment to serving our community. We are incredibly proud of Sarah, Shane, Jesse, and all the members of Class 2602 for reaching this important milestone in their firefighting careers.
Please join us in congratulating them on this outstanding accomplishment and wishing them continued success as they serve our community.
📸 Photo credit: Tappan Fire Photos.
6/22/2026 | 1149 Hours – Engine 25 responded to assist at a 4-alarm commercial building fire at 2554 Industry Way in West Norriton Township.
The crew of six firefighters assisted with fire suppression and overhaul operations as crews from across the region worked to bring this major incident under control. In addition, Merion Fire Company personnel provided overnight support at the scene from midnight until 0600 hours.
Incidents of this magnitude require extensive mutual aid and cooperation among fire departments, and we are proud to support our neighboring communities when called upon.
Thank you to all responding agencies for their professionalism and teamwork throughout this challenging incident.
Photo credit – Tappan Fire Photos
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