The second major winter storm of the season moved into the area on Friday, and continued well into Saturday.  The storm dropped just under 30 inches of snow in the Quarryville area, which was one of the top totals in the state for this storm.  The wind also caused blowing and drifting snow, keeping the road crews busy trying to maintain passable roadways.

As the snow began falling heavily Friday evening, Engine 5-7-4 and Engine 5-7-2 were chained up.  This affords us the ability of being able to move on the snow covered roadways with more safety, and also allows us to get into un-plowed driveways in the rural areas of the district.

On Saturday morning, with well over 16 inches of snow on the ground, the Company was called to assist the EMS with four-wheel drive units on two occasions, one for a difficulty breathing call on Dusk St. and a maternity on Drywell Rd., both in Eden Township.  Later in the morning, units were called to assist with snow removal from the roofs of two residences.  The snow accumulated on the roofs of the mobile homes, blocking the chimney, making a safety hazard for the residents.  In the afternoon, the company responded to a report of a chimney fire that was unfounded and in another jurisdiction.

A few reminders:

• Be sure your address sign / mailbox is cleared of snow so the fire company, police or EMS can find your house in the event of an emergency.
• If you live in town, please shovel out your nearest fire hydrant.
• Make sure your chimney is clear of snow and not buried under it.  A blocked chimney or vent can lead to carbon monoxide issues.

Thanks to all the members who got the equipment ready and handled the calls during this major storn.