SWRT48 was dispatched as part of a large Water Rescue response to central Westmoreland County during flash flooding last night. RTFD personnel assisted companies of the Hempfield Fire Department with rescues of multiple stranded individuals in various areas throughout Hempfield Township.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD units on scene of a Vehicle Accident-Commercial in the 500 block of Turkey Hollow Rd. No injuries were reported and utilities were contacted for a broken pole.... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Junior Firefighter Braydon Marinos for attaining certification at the NFPA 1091 Traffic Incident Management Personnel level through Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD units on scene of a Vehicle Accident-Entrapment in the 1900 block of Rostraver Road. One patient was confined and extricated using the HURST Jaws of Life. One patient was transported by Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services to a local hospital. Rostraver Road was closed to all traffic for a short period while the scene was cleared.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD units assisting Washington Twp VFC with a Fire-Outbuilding-1A in the 100 block of Rose St. Wagon 2 was the 1st arriving company and provided initial suppression and forcible entry.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD units on scene of a Vehicle Accident-Class 2 on Interstate 70 East near Exit 46 involving multiple vehicles. Fire personnel cleared debris and controlled fluids leaking from the vehicles. Two patients were transported by Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services to a local hospital.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD units on scene of a Vehicle Accident-Class 2 on Route 51 South at Webster Hollow Road. Occupants were evaluated by Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services with one patient transported to a local hospital. Fire crews assisted with debris cleanup and traffic control.... (Full Story & Photos)

RTFD assisting Monessen Fire Dept. No.1 with a Fire-Dwelling-1A in the 200 block of Donner Ave. Crews assisted with ventilation and overhaul.... (Full Story & Photos)