Truck 50 Assists on Strasburg 2 Alarm Building Fire *Helmet Cam*

On scene footage begins at 11:15
Truck 50 responding to assist Station 05 (Strasburg) as the 3rd due truck on a 2 alarm fire at Hershey Farms Restaurant. The Tower was originally sent to the A/B corner to set up, but with already 2 trucks set up out front, Chief 50 attempted to find a way to get the Truck around to the rear. The decision was made to shut down the 5" supply for 30 seconds so it could be disconnected to get the Truck across, and then hooked back up. After setting up on side C, we made our way to the roof to investigate the possibility of making a trench cut to stop the fire spread. However, with fire already consuming more than half the building, as well as there being multiple heavy HVAC units on that part of the roof, it was determined there was no use or safe way to do it. After getting water, the Truck flowed for some time, along with Truck 05 and Truck 63, until the bulk of the fire was knocked down. As we arrive on scene you can also see Engine 502 laying a supply line to a nearby hydrant. Also shortly after arrival you can hear the message announcing for all units to evacuate the building. Willow Street Fire Company. Taken 1/10/23
Truck 50 is a 2003 Pierce Dash.
Company Website: wsfc512.com
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FAQs-
Q: "Where is this?"
A: Our fire house is located in the town of Willow Street, just south of Lancaster City, Lancaster County Pennsylvania.
Q: "What is the spinning thing?"
A: That is called the "Roto-Ray," it is a spinning light designed to catch drivers attention.
Q: "Why is the call so far away?" or "Why does it take so long to get there?"
A: Many of our responses, or at least many of the ones that are uploaded are responding to assist other departments. Usually another firehouse can be seen or is passed by who is already on the call. We can reach the far end of our first due in West Lampeter Twp within 5 minutes, and in Providence Twp about 7.
Q: "What camera are you using?"
A: For dash cams I use a GoPro Hero 7, helmet cam videos I use a FireCam 1080

[@Fmrlt9a]

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[@California_Spotter]

So true!

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[@johancoetzee1225]

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[@jordan00191]

As a firefighter in Australia, my hats of to you guys! You have some badass fire trucks over there!!

[@BANKSOEDITS]

Are You Apart Of A BFB Or FRS?

[@ph11p3540]

And thank you for helping us fight our big forest fires in Alberta this year. Your help is much appreciated

[@goodgremlinmedia2757]

Don’t things catch on fire if you sneeze on them over there?

[@Lohkey]

We think the same about models outside of the US. I look at some of the European trucks that are really just repurposed military trucks (think what you see on airfields) and just gush.

[@wttatb]

@@goodgremlinmedia2757funny enough I just read an article the friction from a fart is number one cause of fires in Australia.

[@callsign_grizzly5482]

As a German volunteer firefighter, I find it extremely interesting to see my comrades from other countries at work. Greetings from Germany and as we say locally "all the time good hose".

[@takarasan]

Was wondering why they don't have "Schlauchbrücken" to bridge the pressurized hoses instead of disconnecting. I assume theres a reason?

[@2009dudeman]

@@takarasan Some departments do, some don't. Often rural departments won't have them due to the small population and people can find another way around a block with little traffic. It does make hose setup harder as you must be careful. For cities, departments have so much on the trucks already. Not all departments choose to carry "Schlauchbrücken" (hose bridge) on every truck. You would think our bigger trucks have more storage, but I am always amazed with how much gear you guys pack into your trucks.

[@usafman8864]

That truck is hauling it down the road. Lancaster County is beautiful. Thank you for keeping it safe, I have so much respect for you.

[@quinnabrams8875]

wow, what an incredible video. glad it looks like no one was hurt. that was a serious battle. and, thanks for always answering everyone's questions!

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@ajaybhagwani8155]

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[@hughsmith790]

Thanks for sharing this video. I am always interested in seeing how fire departments approach and battle different types of fires. My brother is an EMT in Shrewsbury, NJ so I get to hear some interesting stories. Thanks also for telling us what the spinning thing was on the front of the truck. 😊 You answered one of my questions. Stay safe, be careful out there.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@policethepolice719]

@@Fire-Rescue50 is your company strictly volunteer ? When I was stationed at Fort Carson I was a volunteer fire fighter with Hanover in Colorado thank you for your hard work and dedication🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jaredfreeman5484]

@@Fire-Rescue50 hello

[@MILESNEWMOYER]

​@Fire-Rescue50 12:55 were the trucks blowing the air-horn for fire fighters in the building to evaluate if the didn't here there radios?

[@firefightingguy9427]

@@MILESNEWMOYERyes blowing of the air horn either multiple bursts or long blare is used as an aide to inform firefighters inside who may otherwise not have heard radio traffic. The loud drawn out air horn can be better heard and needs no explanation to those inside. (If you hear it GET OUT). The decision made by those in charge. That firefighters inside were unable to effectively get to where the main body of fire was located and apply water changed operations from aggressive interior attack to a more defensive master stream attack. Allowing for direct water application onto the greatest amount of fire. Those streams of water can cause significant harm if sprayed on people which is why the building gets evacuated before they are used.

[@dawsonfradin9071]

Ive driven on those roads countless times, and I can't imagine the skill and guts required to drive a truck that big so quickly through there.

[@cm-ek4ci]

Need more off street parking 😊

[@anamariedoan5053]

I just hit 20 years in the fire service. I've served with Riverside County (CA), San Diego Rural, Tombstone (AZ) Fire, and am now with East Knox County (KY) VFD. STAY SAFE OUT THERE, BROTHERS AND SISTERS! THANK ALL Y'ALL FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO!!

[@SilentRedGames]

After growing up with volunteers I must admit as a Pennsylvanian you boys are great. Keep up the great work boys.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@ajaybhagwani8155]

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[@fjb3544]

And girls… and non binaries

[@Distu_Ry]

​@fjb3544 don't start with lgbtq+. Most firefighters are men's, with some women. Being lgbtq+ gives nothing. Only courage, initiative and more are what matter.

[@felixellington2306]

@@fjb3544😐

[@luissantiago6266]

God bless you 🙏 greetings from Reading Pennsylvania 🇵🇷 my Family watched the video from Puerto Rico Very grateful for their work to the Police, Firefighters and Paramedics God bless you

[@garypmarquis]

Hey Brothers and Sisters, I thank you for the "birds-eye" view.

[@mattterry30]

Crazy how much water it takes to put the fire out. Those truck aerials are awesome.

[@Matt-ee4kz]

I've been waiting on this since I read about the fire and saw Truck 50 there!

[@_VXLS]

This is a beautiful town. Respect to the construction flagger for stopping traffic when hearing sirens. Holy wow that is a far distance! Huge respect!

[@hottiemom6969]

Thank you for the share. You need to do more of these ride along videos . I loved it. I was scared when people wouldn’t get out of your way . I’d love to see more of these videos. So exciting . Good job as well. Again thank you so much for sharing.

[@jeffbecker9809]

What surprises me is all of these depths. are always so far away from the fires. Are there not any closer ?

[@Fire-Rescue50]

@@jeffbecker9809 We were the 3rd due truck company. This means there were 2 ladder trucks closer. So a 10 minute drive is not long at all considering that

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@drewpierce2273]

Great work by all units involved and all back in the barn safe. I'm going to miss this place. So many good times with family there. Hope they can rebuild.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you! I hope so too, I know they plan on it

[@frankcarone3769]

they did a very good job ,that fire was huge

[@ajaybhagwani8155]

DrwPierce1moago🇮🇳

[@SShiJie]

I'm quite fascinated by the siren, so it goes higher and louder when speeding up, very cool

[@murdamus1k]

Most Q2 sirens have a pedal attached near the engineers feet. Hes most likely using his other foot to push down on the pedal.

[@CTAC_D]

Вот смотрю из России и как приятно смотреть на чистую природу. Порядок на дорогах. Водители все уступают.

[@SmokeEater2012]

this is obe of the best videos i have seen its not chopped or butchered keep up the great work my deteriorating vision has prevented me from fulfilling my dresms to be a firefighter so here i sm on youtube just watching what i was never able to accomplish and remindin every firefighter around the world to be safe yall are the everyday heroes eho wear SCBAs and not capes

[@mattkocher1150]

I’m an Aerial Painter (ladder) at Pierce. Awesome to see aerial trucks in action!

[@brucestambaugh]

Thanks for the great footage. That was quite the fire load. You did what you could. I'm glad you backed off that roof when you did.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@Belchmaster41]

I wonder: how bad does a fire have to be to activate a 3rd-alarm?

[@justie1220]

@@Belchmaster41 depends. If you don’t have a lot of manpower responding, not too big. If you’re in an area with lots of available manpower, it can be big.

[@mattt198654321]

I love the disco light on the front of your truck.

[@pamhofmeister2531]

I have such respect in all ya'll do and the hard work it takes.🤗

[@paulwright9106]

A fantastic introduction into fire fighting , bless you ALL .

[@ChristakyMe]

Maybe it's because it's a rural town, but bravo to the drivers for having spacial awareness and mostly getting out of the way immediately. Great use of the Q! An incredible start to an incredible video.

[@diehardcountry]

That's was an awesome ride you took us on in the beginning! Nice driving!

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@donnamitchell7707]

Fantastic footage. With that many HVAC units on the roof it makes it harder for the firemen. Have a great day ❤️🙂⚘️.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@medic010]

This video is excellent in contents and the team work. I’m a Medic and I watch the fireman closely for signs of need. So proud of Reese brothers. MCP

[@newyorker3766]

Thank you for sharing the video. It was interesting. It is unfortunate that in most cases, something bad has or is happening for you to be called out. But thank God you are there to help others Take care and be safe.

[@bradp5107]

Very Cool. Love the view from the tower ladders perspective. Thank you.

[@johnvitarelli1553]

Fantastic footage.All hands caught a break with the weather.Normally this time of the year out in Lancaster county there's snow on the ground,wind and freezing temps.And what a ride.

[@bengone3349]

It looked like you pulled the bucket back after knowing the fire was under you. If so, very smart move.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Sure did. Thanks!

[@suzylarry1]

Very good showing of a Firefights view and the attack views of fire , how it responds . Great footage of a bad situation . Cooperation from area services all came to same efforts. Good job !

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@ashley_holshouser]

My love and appreciation are out to those in 🖤❤️🖤 I have been thankful enough to do things on law enforcement side and also ride along with local fire departments. I worked with ARC for I don’t even know how many years served as assistant chief. I have seen y’all’s blood sweat and tears. I can say first responders have the hardest jobs. Much ❤

[@jimm8246]

Nice footage from a different viewpoint atop the tower ladder. It's amazing how much water is used to control a fire like that. Good job by all.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@ajaybhagwani8155]

JumM1moago🇭🇺

[@HighwayLand]

Watching from Dodge City, Kansas! Love how you show everything instead of a snippet here and a snippet there. Keep em coming!

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@gabby15107]

Been wanting to see some aerial ops. Thanks for your service. 🚒👍

[@PeddiBird]

My full respect for your work ! God bless you all !

[@dinhdao6501]

We appreciate all of your fires fighters

[@mnoble2288]

Everytime I watch your vids I get homesick for Pa.Born and raised a little more East of you,Glenside,RoslynAbington ,Hatboro-Horsham were the towns I lived.I had relatives more closer to you in Telford,Quakertownand Soulderton .How I miss those places and those times! Born in 1963 Great Videos and Great Work👍🏻

[@terrystephens1102]

Excellent driving and use of siren and horn. The use of towers was crucial for a quick knockdown. Great team effort 😁👌👌👌👌👏👏👏👏👏❤️🇺🇸

[@brendangearty5584]

Too All Fire Company's that assisted in this Building Fire , You All Did An Outstanding Excellent Job Brother's And Sister's !!!!!

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thanks!

[@brendangearty5584]

You're Welcome!

[@LemSat87]

I've got a fever...and the only prescription is more Q siren! :) great video

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Haha, thank you!

[@NotoriousEmu]

First thing I noticed was how absolutely beautiful that part of Pennsylvania is. It reminds me of some areas of Nova Scotia (i am in Canada). Good video! It was interesting to see a first person perspective when responding to a call.

[@simmer484]

Many of those houses would be worth £1m if they were in southern England. They are really beautiful and with so much land.

[@TeezyThaKidd]

that was quite a commute. thanks for sharing and thank you for your service!!!

[@DanielJohnson-yr1ew]

Retired volunteer firemen here from what use to be station 211 Southern Manheim Twp . I miss the days when we went out to a call we were all one not one better than the others.❤to all my brothers of my brothers and sisters of old man fire

[@lordcorn4070]

That’s a massive fire good job guys! Great work!

[@EraserNZ]

One thing i learned from watching this video is i never thought to giving more room to oncoming emergency vehicles.

[@osks]

Great effort! Great production!

[@zlotzgaming]

Sounds like the tower got some new horns on it! Good to see the brothers at work in another state

[@jaredthompson3011]

Horns aren't new. They were retuned. They need a new powercall though.

[@allisonvanharken8081]

Awesome!! never seen from this point of view before! thank you!

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@dieseldiesel9292]

It's amazing how people either don't know or don't care to get tf out of the way when there is a firetruck behind them with the sirens blazing. 4:47

[@FernandoMEX777]

11 minutos donde no le aflojaron el acelerador. Mis respetos para todos mis hermanos héroes!

[@hugoalmeida2751]

Great Work ! God Bless you. Greetings from from Germany !

[@pamhofmeister2531]

Great video that i just watched again. I loved being part of the bucket looking over the roof....🤗🤗

[@Lohkey]

I live in NYC and watching how long it took (no fault to the drivers, just simple logistics) to arrive on scene took me by surprise. There's an engine every 10 or so blocks here, a truck'd be on scene within minutes. Again, this is not meant as an accusatory statement, merely taking a moment to realize how significant response time is when your life is burning to the ground. "Firefighters are the heroes police want to be."

[@cdmx27]

Thank you so much for the impressive footage.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@demicus]

I'm so glad they keep using those old sirens on fire engines/trucks/ladders/etc, the good ones can be heard so well. Some regular sirens you just cannot HEAR in new cars. Built to be quiet, but that's a double edged sword...

[@davidglaum2538]

A lot of good things to say about this video. They really got to blow the carbon out of the engine on that run. This is only the second time I saw a video from the bucket. They know how to use the power of the water and the stream. One of the best videos in a long time.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@andrewp7509]

@@Fire-Rescue50 that was some great driving

[@davidglaum2538]

@@andrewp7509 It sure was great use of siren and airhorns

[@marcus_allensiebeneck938]

I love these types of videos, very nice work ladies and gentlemen, be safe and many thanks for what yall do for your community.

[@skimmer8774]

How do you train for bravery cause you men were that and much more. Thank you so much for being there.

[@KB-dg2gr]

Thanks guys you all are awesome and i want the spinny thing on the front there so cool❤

[@randyfox4611]

Wow. That fire seemed very stubborn. The residents of that community are well protected and fortunate to have such a well equiped fire fighting de9artment.

[@Deputy-Seraph]

How horrific a fire. How amazing the men and women firefighters are. Indeed, I hope for rebuilding. I'd go to Strasburg often so some of this looks familiar. My father worked on the SRR. His dream retirement job, on the railroad.

[@snakerancher]

Great work! It's tough when there's so much heat below that you can't get to.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@robbertvanoosterhout9213]

WOW big building fire. Nice helmet cam recording. Greetings from The Netherlands

[@craigm8765]

Excellent Video guys....Nice to see a Tower Truck in action... Wish we had cams back in the day like this..... Be safe Brothers... Craig Truck 33 Engine 12

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@Rsenior1981]

That truck needs more power, lol. Struggling a bit up some of them hills. Thank you for all you do!

[@user-ln7of9gs4s]

It’s pulling a lot of weight. I’m pretty sure it’s a series 60, you’d rather have this then anything newer, at least power train wise.

[@dcdanger6151]

Driver/Engineer still got them skillz, that's a top heavy machine he's getting around them corners at speed but safely in control.

[@MoonlitDream23]

Oof that was a stubborn rager 😮 nice job and great video

[@Bloodshed_Silence]

9:29 that truck driver was like “oh shit, a fire truck”

[@dammitbobby283]

That engine can SCREAM!!!

[@51hankyspanky7]

Holy Smokes! Great vid.

[@chrisfletcher2633]

This a long ride to a fire but great work guys keep it coming

[@robertvanlowe-davis1911]

that's a beautiful truck you guys got there. keep up the good work!!!! 😃😃😃😃😃😃

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@znate6730]

Impressive fire! Congratulations to all firefighters! Greetings from France!

[@Jamesott86]

I love a good defensive op! Lowered that pond level that day. Great work by Truck 50. You have had some great bangers of video’s lately. Keep it up. Love watching.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@TheBenghaziRabbit]

man yall had that Q screamin!!

[@BillyBanana75]

I was gonna say dude was driving way too fast then realized my playback speed was at 1.25 😂

[@antoniobranderas]

You should see how fast he was going with a playback speed of 2x. 😆

[@JohnCoffins]

Awesome video man. This gets me motivated.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@JohnCoffins]

@@Fire-Rescue50 thank you boss

[@Ryanb1998]

thanks for the perfect video love those helmet cams see what you doing And I like that response

[@caLvinkEnn24]

love it when drivers pull over but theres always some that dont give a shit! I salute first responders and you guys stay safe and God bless.

[@KGIV]

Great work!

[@shaneanthony1278]

Very nice awesome video I'm glad everyone made it thur this safe

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@replaycraig]

Let the q fall. It's variable tone is what cuts through. Not just slamming the button down and holding it there.

[@stonewalljackson9739]

Oh man I remember this fire. Crazy stuff

[@zacharywright1196]

these trucks are bad ass. hats off to everyone behind the wheel.

[@iamblessed7080]

Mad respect!

[@tomatoes3]

Great work by all 🇬🇧👍

[@athensboy123]

Good job to you guys for good work you do. But I must say the driver of the truck sure does know how to fly he must have confidence in those streets and roads me I'd be worrying about somebody pulling out in front of me lol

[@muskegonaviation]

All I want to say, is thanks. You firefighters risk your lives for us to be safe, you guys go to unstable places and at any time. Disaster could Happen. Thank you ❤

[@PaoloCali-ej7ww]

Ottimo lavoro bravissimi 👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👍❤️🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@Shawn_Richards]

Good job, gentlemen. 👍🏼

[@BUNKERJR53]

Great job by all units on scene. You got it knocked ASAP.

[@Jack9183]

great video..pls more

[@funsquirrle]

Don’t know much about fire fighting but great video and thanks for all y’all do. But what is the spinning thing in the bottom left of the screen? Is it the siren? And how is that driven?

[@davidimhoff2118]

Subscribed. I really enjoyed watching the inside view if you will, of what baddass firemen and woman do everyday. It's fascinating and it shows the dedication and courage. I would love to be standing there helping.

[@coolbeans7349]

i was about to say boy this sure does look like new England!!!! scrolled down to see its in PA

[@dugie5246]

Super video. Loved when turned corner you saw the header. That's why you use smoth bore on elevated stream. I guess some of the water runoff went back to the pond and was recycled. Good job Truck 50, and IC.

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thank you!

[@Hunter-vl6dg]

Awesome response

[@Fire-Rescue50]

Thanks!