Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Company

Drexel Hill, PA

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2022 Top Responders

 January 16, 2023

Last night at January's Compay Meeting Chief Jim Hoban and Asst. Chief Bill Tully presented awards to 2022's Top responders along with the Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the year award: Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the Year: Tom FitzPatrick Brian … [Read more...]

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2022 Year-End Video

 January 6, 2023

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2022-2023 Fund Drive

 September 23, 2022

Recently our 2022-2023 fund drive was mailed out to the residents in our first due local. The officers and members would like to thank the residents of Drexel Hill and Upper Darby Twp for the continued support of our yearly fund drive. We are fortunate to have over 30+ committed … [Read more...]

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Our Banquet Hall is Now Open

 March 23, 2022

We are happy to announce that our banquet hall is now open on a limited basis. Our hall holds 90 people comfortably 4-hour party rentals up to 10:00 P.M. on Fridays & Saturdays and 9:00 P.M. on Sundays Plenty of ice and the use of our state of the art commercial … [Read more...]

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VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS WANTED!

 November 24, 2021

The Garrettford – Drexel Hill Volunteer Fire Company is looking for Drexel Hill residents, of any background, to volunteer their time as firefighters. We will provide all of the training and equipment you need. Many of these training classes will begin right after the 1st of the … [Read more...]

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2021-2022 Fund Drive – Thank You

 September 8, 2021

Recently our 2021-2022 fund drive was mailed out and the officers and members would like to thank the residents of Drexel Hill and Upper Darby Twp for the continued support of our yearly fund drive. We are fortunate to have over 30+ committed and qualified volunteers that respond … [Read more...]

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BIG NEWS FROM THE NORTH POLE!!

 December 11, 2020

Santa has called Station 20 to confirm he will once again be visiting Drexel Hill for his annual tour on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th, beginning at 10 am!! As always, the Volunteers will be escorting Santa up and down the streets of Drexel Hill. So be sure to mark your calendars, … [Read more...]

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We Need Your Help!

 April 3, 2020

With the increase in demand for certain products, we are having difficulty obtaining supplies to keep our members safe while protecting you. So, we are currently looking for donations of the following items: Hand Sanitizer Lysol/Clorox disinfecting spray Lysol/Clorox … [Read more...]

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BIG NEWS FROM THE NORTH POLE!!

 December 17, 2019

Santa has called Station 20 to confirm he will once again be visiting Drexel Hill for his annual tour on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21ST, beginning at 10 am!! As always, the Volunteers will be escorting Santa up and down the streets of Drexel Hill as his firefighting helpers hand out … [Read more...]

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First Due Working Fire: 1100-Blk Alexander Ave.

 May 14, 2018

At 9:45 pm on 5/13/18, Company 20 and assisting Township units were dispatched to 1107 Alexander Ave. for a house fire with people trapped. While enroute, Fireboard reported calls being received for a fire on the 2nd floor with 2 people trapped, one inside the house and one on … [Read more...]

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Line of Duty Death of Philadelphia Fire Department Lieutenant and Springfield Fire Company Firefighter Matthew LeTourneau.

 January 8, 2018

With heavy hearts, we lower our flags to half-mast as we mourn the tragic Line of Duty Death of Philadelphia Fire Department Lieutenant and Springfield Fire Company Firefighter Matthew LeTourneau. This morning, while working his shift as Lieutenant of Engine 45 in North … [Read more...]

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Santa is Coming to Town!!

 December 7, 2017

It's official! Santa Claus will be coming for his annual tour of Drexel Hill on Saturday, December 16th, beginning at 10 am. Santa will be hitting the streets accompanied by his firefighting helpers, who will be distributing candy canes to all residents. Be sure to listen for the … [Read more...]

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We Regret to Announce the Death of Russell A. Clark.

 November 20, 2017

We regret to announce the death of Russell A. Clark. Russ was a 79 year member of the Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Company. He held the position of Assistant Chief for 10 years and he also served as Financial Secretary. Calling hours are Monday Nov. 20 from 6pm to 8pm at the … [Read more...]

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3 Alarm Fire: Clifton Heights Borough

 September 5, 2017

On Monday 9/6/17 RIT/Rescue 20 was dispatched to a working apartment building fire with people trapped on the 300-blk N. Sycamore Ave. in Clifton Heights Borough. First-in units arrived to find heavy fire showing from the 2nd floor with numerous people hanging out windows. 20-1 … [Read more...]

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Septa 69th Street Terminal Train Accident

 September 5, 2017

On 8/21/17 at 12:21 am last night, Company 20 was dispatched to assist on a serious train accident at the Septa 69th Street Terminal. Reports came pouring in that a Route 100 high-speed trolley struck another trolley at the Terminal and there were numerous people injured. Engine … [Read more...]

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Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Co.
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The officers and members of The Garrettford-Drexel Hill Vol. Fire Co. regrets to announce the passing of Dave "Bear" Gniewosz, Sr. Dave Joined the fire company in 1984 and held the positions of firefighter and Lieutenant. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gniewosz family. ... See MoreSee Less

The officers and members of The Garrettford-Drexel Hill Vol. Fire Co. regrets to announce the passing of Dave Bear Gniewosz, Sr. Dave Joined the fire company in 1984 and held the positions of firefighter and Lieutenant. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gniewosz family.Image attachment
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God bless.

So very sorry for the loss of another firefighter . Thank you for your loyalty and service . May he R.I.P.and sending prayers to his family .

I grew up with Dave and family I don’t live around there anymore but I know he was the biggest and the nicest guy I ever knew. I am very sorry for your family’s loss.

Lil bear misses you more then ever love you dad....thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers

Thank you guys for everything it means alot I no he loved being part of the fire company and one of the things he was so proud to do was being the tour guide for my son when he got to see and be inside a firetruck for the first time it was a honor to have him as a father he'll be truly missed love ya dad

Prayers for family and friends sorry for your loss

Our condolences, Big Dave was a very good guy, a Big Man with a Big Presence. RIP my Friend

So sorry for your loss...used to hang out with Dave at Huey Park! Rest in Peace Dave

I’m sorry to hear.

He was a good friend to me. He worked hard on all of the rigs, and R-14. God Bless you brother. RIP.

Dave was a great guy one of the first people I met when I joined in 96.

So sorry for your loss.

I worked with Dave at Sun Oil. Very sad. He was a great guy. Condolences to your family.

So sad, Dave was a great guy, I worked with him at Marcus Hook. Condolences to family, RIP.

Prayers for the house and his family! He was such a nice man. ✨

RIP Big Guy! Condolences to your Family!

Condolences-Shame-Stay Strong 20 !!!

Sorry for the loss🙏

Soo Sad!! Prayers and love sent to his family!

My condolences to all of you. May he RIP.

Prayers for his family and the house

RIP, Thoughts and prayers are being sent to his family and the members of Station 20.

My condolences to his family and the firehouse 🙏🙏🙏

Prayers to his family and fellow firefighters

Prayers for his family 🙏🙏

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Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Co.
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Engine 20-1 stood by as the RIT for just over 30 mins. ... See MoreSee Less

Engine 20-1 stood by as the RIT for just over 30 mins.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Co.
2 weeks ago
Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Co.

Last night at January's Compay Meeting Chief Jim Hoban and Asst. Chief Bill Tully presented awards to 2022's Top responders along with the Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the year award:

Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the Year:
Tom FitzPatrick
Brian Wearshing

Top 3 Officer Responders
1) Bill Tully
2) Pete Drabinski
3) Steve Castellano

Top 10 Firefighter Responders:
1) Brad Penn
2) Kevin Morgan
3) Adam Drabinski
4) Nik Fowler
5) Tom FitzPatrick
6) P.J. Senior
7) Tom Manley
8 ) Troy Brown
9) Rick Bochanski
10) Amirah Feilds

Top Fire Police Responder:
John Pucino

Congratulations to all of the award winners!
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Last night at Januarys Compay Meeting Chief Jim Hoban and Asst. Chief Bill Tully presented awards to 2022s Top responders along with the Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the year award: 
Deputy Chief Mike Morgan Firefighters of the Year:
Tom FitzPatrick
Brian Wearshing
Top 3 Officer Responders
1) Bill Tully
2) Pete Drabinski
3) Steve Castellano
Top 10 Firefighter Responders:
1) Brad Penn
2) Kevin Morgan
3) Adam Drabinski
4) Nik Fowler
5) Tom FitzPatrick
6) P.J. Senior
7) Tom Manley
8 ) Troy Brown
9) Rick Bochanski
10) Amirah Feilds
Top Fire Police Responder:
John Pucino
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Congratulations to all of you, and thank you so much for your selfless service. You DO make a difference.

Well deserved! - Congratulations! You guys are all awesome!

Congratulations everyone 🤩

Congratulations to all!! Thank you for volunteering to keep us all safe:) ❤️🚒

Congratulations everyone!!

Congrats to all-true dedication

Congrats to all. Thank you! H Be safe!!!!

Congratulations to all

Congratulations to everyone! Garrettford is the best!

Congratulations to everyone

Congratulations to all!

Congratulations to all

Congratulations to all !!!

Congratulations to all ❤️

Well deserved! Thank you

Congratulations!

Congratulations

Congratulations

Congrats to all

Congratulations to all! Thank you!

Amirah Fields !!!!!!!! woot woot!!!!!!

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323 Edmonds Ave
Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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