At approximately 0240 this morning Station 49 was dispatched to assist Boyertown Area Fire Rescue (Station 95) on a second alarm working fire. Engine 49 with a crew of 4 responded and assumed primary Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) once arriving on location. Crews operating on scene for approximately two and a half hours and were released shortly before 6am. The cause of the fire is under investigation. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On March 16, 2024 Amity Fire Company had the please to make a special appearance at two of our members special day. The whole department would like to congratulate Captain Eddie Keefer and Exterior Firefighter Kayla (Lochner) Keefer on tying the knot! Here’s to many happy years together! ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 4:30pm on Sunday February 25, 2024, Engine 49 with a crew of five were dispatched to assist Station 19 (Earl Township) on a reported Structure Fire. Personal from Station 19 arrived on location and found a two-story single-family dwelling with heavy fire showing to the rear of the structure. Chief 19 arrived and struck second alarm to get resources on the road. E49-1 and Utility 49 ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday evening February 6, 2024 the firefighters of Amity Fire Company Station 49 participated in the Railroad 101 Safety Training Course presented by a representative from Norfolk Southern Railroad at the Amity Fire Company fire station.

The classroom session starts with an introduction to Railroad Safety and builds on basic concepts of protection of the responder while operating in the railroad ... (Full Story & Photos)

Winter weather may be moving into Berks County this evening but Station 49 is prepared to respond when needed. CPT Tully provided a nice piece on WFMZ which outlined the companies plans in the event our services are needed this evening and into the morning hours. Please if you do not need to be on the roadway this evening into tomorrow morning please stay off the road.

Check out the Artical below:
https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/first-responders-prepare-for-expected-snowfall/article_d21c9ca0-b3c6-11ee-b853-770155ec76d4.html
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On December 14 crews were busy responding to multiple calls in Amity Township and surrounding areas. The all-volunteer crew responded to five emergency calls throughout the day. Crews started the day with a report of gas in one of local businesses. The source was determined to be coming from a propane tank, the servicing provider was notified, and they handled the issue. The next call was a fire alarm ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tonight during the monthly Township Supervisors Meeting Amity Police Chief Jeff Smith had the opportunity to swear in 10 new Fire Police Officers for Amity Township. Fire Police play a vital role during incidents. Their main role is to keep the scene safe and secure while law enforcement and fire crews operate. They have limited police power to enforce traffic control, crowd control and scene security. ... (Full Story & Photos)

During the month of October Amity Fire Company worked with Kimberton Whole Foods of Douglassville and participated in their round up program. The round up program allows customers to round up to the nearest dollar on their purchase. Kimberton Whole Foods matches all donations. During the 31 days of October $3,792.94 dollars was raised and donated to the fire company. This money will be used to ensure ... (Full Story & Photos)