Working Barn in 31 Local

 
By Kutztown Community Fire Company
August 24, 2026
 

One working fire, an MVA, and another Box alarm for the day.

Just after 2:30am this morning LCDES sent out the 1st alarm barn assignment on Race Street in Jackson Township brining the Engine and Pumper/Tanker. Deputy 31 arrived to a well involved barn. Engine 32 arrived and conducted a reverse lay 800' to a hydrant on park street, supplying the fire scene for 3 hours, while crew assisted on scene with suppression and overhaul. The PT assisted with the water shuttle for two hours before being released.

After the engine picked up it was placed available on the scene while company 31s crews continued overhaul operations. During this period LCDES notified command 31 of a motor vehicle accident in their jurisdiction. Engine 32 along with Rescue 31 made the response to Lincoln Avenue, finding a single vehicle MVA involving a telephone pole. Engine 32 assisted on the scene for just under an hour before being released.

Later this evening LCDES sent out the dwelling box in the 32-02. Crews arrived to find a stovetop fire that was extinguished by the homeowners fire extinguisher prior to FD arrival. Crews checked for extension and rendered the stove safe before returning.