In honor of fire prevention week, first grade students from Twin Valley Elementary Center visited TVFD to speak with real firefighters, learn about the department, and broaden their fire safety knowledge. The students participated in lessons about what to do in an emergency, learned about the tools and trucks, and saw and heard what firefighters are like in full gear. The event was a huge success ... (Full Story & Photos)

Thursday Evening , Numerous department members had taken part in an Emergency Service Trailer Operations & Safety Program held by Chester County Department of Des Training Division. This course will give our members the knowledge on safety aspects and operations of both our ATV and Hazardous Materials Trailers along with our ATV Unit. Students will complete a skills course designed for the safe operation ... (Full Story & Photos)

This year’s Annual Golf Outing was held at the STONEWALL GC. Registration and breakfast started at 7:30 am. Weather was sunny and warm with temps in the high 70’s. The scramble format started at 9am. Everyone had a great time. We finished off the event with a luncheon and awards. We had the usual challenge events and also 2 Unique Challenges that everybody looks forward to. Hole #6 was a Closest-to-the-Pin ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Twin Valley Fire Department is sad to announce the passing of Life Member Thomas Hess on July 2. Tom dedicated over 50 years to serving the public and mentoring all members. In addition to his fire service, Tom donated many items to the TVFD museum and was the station curator. Tom had an impact on many people and will be missed by the members of the Twin Valley Fire Department. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 16:19 the department was dispatched to the intersection of Rt 10 and Quarry Rd for an automobile accident. Upon arrival Chief 69 reported a 2 vehicle accident with no entrapment. Rescue 69 went en route with 6 was instructed to provide traffic control and fluid control. Engine 69-1 went en route with 4 and assisted with handling debris control. Utility 69-2 closed the roadway at Rt 10 and Rt 23. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 6:39 the department was dispatched to mile post 300 east on the PA Turnpike for a tractor trailer. Engine 69-5 responded with 4. Upon arrival the tractor was fully involved and spreading to the trailer. Engine 69-5 deployed 2 handlines to extinguish the fire. The fire was placed under control at 7:02. Engine 69-5 went available at 8:03.... (Full Story & Photos)

At 2128 the department was dispatched to 54 East Main St in Elverson Borough for a garage fire. Chief 69 went on location with a working fire and asked for working fire dispatch and assumed command. Ladder 69 went en route with 6 and was instructed to pull into the driveway and pull both bumper lines. Engine 69-5 went en route and and was given orders to lay a line from Ladder69 to the hydrant. Lancaster ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 8:05 the department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment at the intersection of Elverson Rd & Morgantown Rd. Rescue 69 responded with 5 personnel. While en route, Rescue 69 was advised to expedite do to patient conditions. Engine 69-1 went en route with 4 and provided assistance to Rescue 69. Upon arrival all patients had been rapidly extricated due to patient conditions. ... (Full Story & Photos)