On March 11th 2008 House 1 members went to house 4 for an auto fire training.We put our newest members through another test of ability,which they did very well.We also did an auto fire but the pictures did not turn out that well(time for a new camera).Thanks to all who attended.

Tower 531 and Engine 512 went to Perry Point on March 4th to get back to some of the basics. Division one had some new members that we wanted to break in "River City" style. Shawn Forton worked on roof operations with them and then search and rescue, while Ed Grainger and Buddy Schweers worked on getting another driver cleared on the tower. Engine 512 practiced different hose lays. Everyone had a great time and alot was learned by all.

On February 23rd 2008 House 1 held it's 1st pancake breakfast.Lt.Cardwell came up with the idea and got much support from the division.It was something that had never been done before by our company.We had a good turnout for it being the first one but of coarse we want more the next time.Keep your eyes and ears open for the next one because like we do with everything,it will be bigger and better.

For tuesday night training, Maintnance was completed on Tower 5 and Engine 511. Thanks to all who showed up.

For Tuesday nights training, Tower 5 and Eng 511 crews work with extrication tools and a car fire drill.

Officers and members of house 1, near the completion of the new ceiling. Brand new drop ceiling tiles, new light lenses, re painted tracking and vents replace the old. One more of the many jobs going on at Division 1 has been completed as we get ready for fresh paint, a new drop ceiling in the bays along with GREAT lighting, Followed by the new concrete ramp later to come in late 2007, Division 1 appreciates all that is being done for the repair and to bring it up to date. We are all proud of being SUSQUEHANNA HOSE COMPANY MEMBERS....Beating everyone out the door since 1902...

Early morning call brings all of Division 1 responding, but not responding too far. Early morning rain storms, brings a shortage to the electrical system at Division 1.

For training night tuesday, members split into two crews. One crew took Tower 531 to MFRI for the Hose Company members in Fire 1 and the second crew stayed behind for some clean up and a new look for our new piece at number one, E-511. Two huge A/C units were taking off the engine and disposed of. Diamond plate was later put in place of the holes by Shanes Sheet Metal.

Divison 1 members battled the cold and snow for its first training session with the new Tower, members trained on stabilization and HURST tool operations.

The Susquehanna Hose Co. and division #1 would like to welcome the Pierce Lance 100' Aerial Platform to the family Tower 5 brings to us: -Pierse Lance chassis with 27" cab extension, 10" raised roof and seating for 10 firefighters -Pierce exclusive TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension for enhanced braking, maneuverability and ride quality. -Pierce exclusive Side Roll protection (SRP) safety package for advanced head protection -Caterpillar C13(525 HP)engine with jake brake -Vogel Central Lubrication system on the truck chassis -Transverse compartments under the crew cab seat riser -FireCom 3010 Intercom system in the cab -Intec rear viewcolor camera integrated into the Pierce Command Zone display -Pierce 100' aerial platform body with painted Gortile roll up doors -Pierce Command Zone advanced electronics with full color displays in the cab, aerial basket and turntable. -Dual 1000 GMP Nozzles at the platform with standpipe connections -Pierce life support brackets on the aerial basket -Breathing air and electric to the aerial basket and turntable -FireCom Panther C digital intercom system to the aerial tip -Vogel central lubrication system on the aerial device -Luminescent rung covers -20 year structual warranty -Full depth compartments -Full NFPA compliment of ground ladders -20kW Harrison Hydraulic generator -Four 1500W Fire Research Focue scene lights -Two Hannay hydraulic tool reels for HURST tool operation -Two electric cable reels, one on each side of cargo area -Whelen NFPA compliant Super LED emergency light package -Pierce custom paint and graphics with Gold Leaf lettering

Saturday morning Four memebers attended the Company house burning on Pulaski Hwy. Even tho a lack of people showed from Division 1 for the training, we still get the job done.

Pierce Employee, Marshall Brooks from Winsconsin visited Harford County Jan 26th thru the 29th to teach Operational/and maintenance on the new Tower. A total of 25 memebers of the Hose Co. attended in the total of 3 days. The cold played no factor for Marshall, a Winsconsin cold lover that called this summer weather for him.

Tuesday night for training, Tower 531 along with Engine 513 went to MFRI for live burning. Both crews practiced basic's along with search and rescue, ladders and engine operations. Special thanks to MFRI Instructors for allowing us to use the building and taking part in our Division Training night...

 Ambo 591 and crew visited Division 1 tuesday night for training night, Members went over the ambo and basic SOP's. Division 1 would like to thank 5-9 for coming

On Tuesday training night a few division members decided to organize the R.I.T  cabinet, a recent problem that we've been having space issues. A shelve was placed in between the R.I.T cabinet and the Positive preassure fan cabinet. Also the thermal image camera was permantly mounted between the driver and officer seat....