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Welcome to the Official Website for the Friendship Fire Company No.2
Diving-Rescue Unit & UAV Search Team
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The inception of the Friendship Fire Company Diving-Rescue Unit, Chester County Station 77, dates back to 1952 with the core mission of aiding those in distress. Since our establishment, we have tirelessly strived to deliver our specialized services whenever and wherever the need has arisen.
Our team is composed entirely of dedicated volunteers. Currently, we extend our specialized search, rescue, and recovery services to the police and fire departments within the tri-county area. These services encompass underwater recovery of drowning victims, water rescues, ice rescues, and underwater searches for evidence and items. While even the smallest assistance can make a significant difference, it demands committed men and women to offer that assistance.
This is why we are particularly thrilled to welcome new volunteers who share our dedication to making a positive impact on the world. Would you like to support our cause by contributing to our efforts? If so, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. A helping hand is always warmly received!
Monthly Company Drill - Ropes and Advanced Line Systems
Captain Joseph Motzer, November 19
For the November Company Drill our team took advantage of the circumstances of needing to retrieve a washed out buoy just above Blackrock Dam to practice how to safely approach a vessel or victim hung up on the top of a low head dam. Rescue scenarios involving low head dams are some of the most dangerous we can encounter in water rescue, due to the recirculating hydraulic located on the down stream ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Nighttime Schuylkill River Water Rescue Taskforce Training
Friendship Fire Company No. 2, October 20
This week, the Friendship Fire Company Diving-Rescue Unit significantly elevated their skills and expertise by participating in the UPT Fire & Emergency Services Joint Water Rescue Task Force nighttime training drill. In this immersive training experience, numerous boats and team members were deployed to the Schuylkill River with a crucial mission: to locate and safely rescue six individuals in a ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Monthly Training: Back to Basics
Friendship Fire Company No. 2, October 19
Over the weekend, the Friendship Fire Company Diving-Rescue Unit team immersed themselves in our routine monthly training session. Our devoted members diligently sharpened their skills in Boat Operations, fine-tuned the setup of a Z-Drag System, and delved into the intricacies of Drone Operations. We remain committed to our ongoing pursuit of excellence, all in the spirit of enhancing our ability ... (Full Story & Photos)
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