Teamwork Triumphs

What fosters effective teamwork? It’s not just about grouping individuals together and hoping for the best. It’s about cultivating an environment where trust, open communication, mutual respect, and a shared vision converge.

Adaptive Advantage

In an ever-shifting business landscape, adaptability isn’t just a trait—it’s a competitive advantage. Companies that embrace change, learn from challenges, and pivot when necessary are the ones that not only survive but also thrive in uncertain environments.

Warehouse leveled after devastating fire in Schuylkill County

Original Article: @WNEP https://www.newsbreakapp.com/n/0eWxQd0d?pd=07rwqQ7A&lang=en_US&s=i16 ORWIGSBURG, Pa. — Fire swallowed a warehouse in West Brunswick Township, near Orwrigsburg.  Daniel Cameron was out early delivering newspapers on Saturday morning when he saw the flames and sent this video to Newswatch 16. RELATED: Building destroyed after early morning fire in Schuylkill County “The first fire truck for the fireContinue reading “Warehouse leveled after devastating fire in Schuylkill County”

June 29, 2018 – Company Level Training

OFD members spent several evenings this month participating in company level training. Members completed hands-on training with foam operations, pump operations, vehicle rescue practices, and air chisels. As always – a special thank you to USS Achey Inc. for supplying the vehicles for extrication / stabilization training. Also – photo credits to members Deb SheplerContinue reading “June 29, 2018 – Company Level Training”

September 21, 2017 – Orwigsburg Fire Department Gets Four Runs

On Thursday September 21st, the Schuylkill Haven Fire Department was dispatched to 13 E. Liberty St. for a possible structure fire. First arriving units quickly confirmed a working fire and upgraded to a second alarm which included units from Pine Grove, Cressona, Landingville, and Orwigsburg. The Friendship Hose Company responded with Engines 56-10 and 56-11.Continue reading “September 21, 2017 – Orwigsburg Fire Department Gets Four Runs”

June 6, 2017 – Fire At USS Achey’s

The Orwigsburg Fire Department was dispatched to USS Acheys for an unknown type fire. Engine 56-10 responded with six on board. Schuylkill County Communications advised while enroute, that the “fluff” pile from the shredder was on fire. While responding, the crew could see a large smoke column at the location from the 200 block ofContinue reading “June 6, 2017 – Fire At USS Achey’s”