We will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, June 11th, from 2-8 pm.

Please donate!

If you are unable to donate, please pass the word!

Applications are now being accepted for the 20th annual "Play it Safe" Safety Camp.  Camp will run for three days, July 10 - 12th, from 9am  - noon each day.  This camp is free to all elementary aged children but registration is limited to the first 100 applications.  Registration closes on June 14th.  Contact Assistant Chief Rhonda Polk at lifesaver911@comcast.net if you have an questions.  Click on the link below to download the 2013 application.

We are celebrating 60 years of service with an

Old Fashion Turkey Dinner--All You Can Eat

May 4, 2013, 4-7 pm

$10 Adults, $5 Children (4-11) Under 4 Free

Menu:  Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Sauerkraut, Succotash, Cranberry Sauce, Rolls and Butter, Pumpkin Pie, Iced Tea, and Coffee

PRESS RELEASE

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 22, 2013
CONTACT: Assistant Chief Rhonda Polk 410-459-8815


Pet Oxygen Masks to be Donated by Humane Society

On Monday February 11, 2013 a Black Lab named Chance got his second chance at life because of the quick actions of fire fighters from the Level Volunteer Fire Company. A house fire was reported in the 3600 block of Aldino Road in Churchville and the lone occupant was able to escape but could not get the family dog to come with her. Despite her attempts to coax the dog out he hid under a bed in the upstairs bedroom while fire and smoke filled the two story house.

When firefighters from Level Volunteer Fire Company arrived they immediately began an aggressive attack on the fire and crews did a primary search of dwelling looking for victims. Captain Matt Orf and Sergeant Clinton Polk found the dog and quickly sprang into action. Sgt. Polk carried the lifeless dog downstairs and out to the front lawn where he began to administer fresh air from his SCBA mask while paramedics were called to assist.

“Because Pet Oxygen masks aren’t carried on our apparatus, Paramedic Bill Eyler fashioned a Pet O2 mask out of a plastic Wendy’s cup” said Sgt. Polk. “This cup fit over the dogs nose and gave him the much needed oxygen to revive him” he continued. Photos of the rescue taken by local photographer Dean Nicewander soon hit the internet and went viral. Members of the Harford County Humane Society took up a collection and purchased three Pet Oxygen Masks for the Level Volunteer Fire Company.

On Monday February 25, 2013 at 2pm, Mary Leavens, Director of the Harford County Humane Society and staff, will present Level Volunteers with the Pet Oxygen Masks. “These masks will be placed on our apparatus so if there is ever a need again we will be fully prepared” said Ambulance Captain Sandi Gallion. “It doesn’t matter if it is a human or pet, we always do our Level Best when it comes to EMS care” she added.

The donation will take place at the Level Volunteer Fire Company located at 3633 Level Village Road Havre de Grace, Md 21078.
 

On Monday February 11, 2013 Level VFC was alerted for a dwelling fire in the 3600 block of Aldino Road.  Crews responded immediately and were advised the fire was reported to the rear of the house possibly the laundry room.  Crews arrived and found heavy smoke from the "charlie"  and began an aggressive interior attack, knocking the fire within minutes.

During the primary search of the dwelling crews on the second floor found an unconscious Black Lab under the bed.  Fire Fighter Clinton Polk carried the dog outside and gave immediate first aid to the Lab.  The dog was revived after a few minutes of Oxygen therapy and transported to the Emergency Vet by Harford County Animal Control Officers.  The dog was released the next day and made a visit to the fire house to thank his rescuers.

On Tuesday, January 1st, Level held their annual election of officers. The following are this year’s results.

 

President -Jason Gallion                           

Vice President -Buddy Testerman

Director - Ronnie Thomas                          

Secretary - Karen Lopes

Chaplain- Lonna Smith

 

Fire Chief- Dan Hawkins

1st Assistant Chief- Jeff Standiford

2nd Assistant Chief- Rhonda Polk

Captains- Martin Chidsey, Matt Orf, Dave Cosenza

Lieutenants- Clay Jackson, Colby Walker, Tim Sturgill

 

EMS Captain- Sandra Gallion

EMS Lieutenants- Ken Kertis, Shane Sawyer

                                                                       

We would like to thank the officers who served the community in 2012. We would also like to welcome the new officers to their positions for 2013.

 

On Friday afternoon a building fire assignment was dispatched in the 3600 block of Aldino Rd. Engine 113- Chief 1-1 arrived with heavy fire showing, a request for a full box and tanker task force was made. A 5 inch line was laid to Carsins Run Rd where a water source was available. Crews had the fire under control with extensive overhaul to perform by 14:30 hrs.

Units on the scene

Level VFC                   113 112 121 181 191 171

Aberdeen FD              213 211 212

APG FD                       1221

Susquehanna Hose    512 545

Darlington VFC          912 951

Paramedic 1

Maryland State Fire Marshal

On Saturday evening, Engine 112 with a crew of 5 loaded up and headed across the bridge to fill in Cecil County Station 6(Perryville) while their members attended the annual banquet. Engine 112 was in station for about an hour when Rescue box 606 was alerted. Engine 112, Cecilton Truck 1, Paramedic 1, Rescue 6 and IV692 made the response. Paramedic 1 and Engine 112 arrived on the scene to find a 4 vehicle MVC with a large passenger van on its side with 2 trapped. Paramedic 1 quickly took patient care. The Engine driver placed a hand line in service for protection while the crew placed tools in-service and began to stabilize the car. Rescue 6 and Truck 1 arrived and assisted and provided more tools. Crews worked together on both ends of the van to quickly and safely remove the 2 trapped occupants. A total of 5 Ambulances and 1 Helicopter were on the scene to transport patients to local Trauma centers. Engine 112 and Truck 1 returned to station 6 to cover for the rest of the evening. Crews enjoyed dinner and some relaxing time. No other calls were run. We would like to thank Perryville for allowing us to cover their area for the evening.

IV191 transfered to Cecil Station 6 also untill EMS units were able to clear up and return to service.

Captain 6(Thomas) held the 606 box command

The officers and membership of Level Volunteer Fire Co express their condolences to the Peterson family in the loss of our brother firefighter Aaron J Peterson. A viewing will be held from 11AM until 2PM with a memorial service a 2PM on Saturday Aug 4th at Zellmans Funeral Home in Havre de Grace.

The officers and members of the Level VFC extend our deepest condolenses to the Boniface Family, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers while they go through this tragic time.