February 17, 2026
February 16, 2026- Station 18 was dispatched mutual aid to Gamble Township, covered primarily by Eldred Township for a reported bedroom fire. Engine 18-44, Chief 44 responded initially to the scene and were then directed to establish fill site at the Gamble Farm. Tanker 18 shuttled water multiple times from the fill site to the scene supporting fire operations. MICU 18 and Ambulance 18 were also dispatched and started rehab for the fire ground operations. Both EMS units worked closely with Ambulance 25 to ensure firefighters remained hydrated during the multi-hour operations.
Further Incident Story can be found here: https://www.sungazette.com/uncategorized/2026/02/three-alarm-fire-destroys-gamble-township-home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQBi4xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4MGxnelV5ejlFRHlablo0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmNVpu8RY9uzqIaksPaOLB7gUZj28BaKqDO4bBuzCpQzLoOChLAaL3ellh4O_aem_5KP3csfMm3t56Wjas0xLTQ
Following the multiple alarm fire in Gamble Township, Mobile Air 18 responded to 2 Alarm Fire in the City of Williamsport. Crew refilled SCBA bottles that were used by responders.
Further Incident Story can be found here: https://www.sungazette.com/news/2026/02/area-fire-crews-battle-second-alarm-fire-in-newberry-section-of-the-city/
Ending the night, Tanker 18 responded to Liberty Log for automatic fire alarm. Crews found incident was false alarm and returned to service.