Merion Fire Company of Ardmore
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8/18/2026 | 0126 Hours – Merion firefighters responded to 429 W. Montgomery Ave. for a reported fire alarm.
Upon arrival, crews investigated and located smoke coming from a malfunctioning light ballast in the basement. Firefighters secured the affected equipment, checked the surrounding area for any fire extension, and ensured the building was safe before returning to service.
Even in the early morning hours, our volunteers are ready to respond when the community calls.
8/15/2026 | 1214 Hours – Station 25 responded to 401 W. Lancaster Ave. in Haverford for an elevator emergency.
Ardmore firefighters responded to the building, investigated the situation, and assisted with safely resolving the incident before returning to service.
Elevator emergencies are just one of the many different types of calls our volunteers train to handle throughout the year.
8/7/2026 | 1434 Hours – Station 25 responded with Stations 21, 23, 26, and 28 to the 100 block of Grandview Road for a reported house fire.
Chief 25 arrived to find smoke showing from the rear of the residence and heard calls for help coming from inside the first floor. Chief 25 and Fire Marshal Gulliver immediately entered the home and safely evacuated two elderly women through the front of the structure.
Ladder 25 arrived shortly behind Engine 25, and its crew began a search of the second floor. Firefighters located a male occupant who was unaware that the house was on fire and safely evacuated him from the residence.
Crews quickly located and knocked down the fire before beginning ventilation and overhaul operations.
Great work by all companies involved in bringing this incident under control and safely removing all occupants from the home.
Some photos courtesy of Tappan Fire Photos.
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