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2025 ETVFD Calls
Jan 133
Feb 144
Mar 126
Apr 139
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Total 542

Company Totals
2024 1401
2023 1468
2022 1227
2021 1071
2020 1166
2019 1156
2018 1087
2017 1084
2016 1124
2015 1151
2014 1106
2013 1007
2012 1131
2011 1073
2010 803
Total 17055

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No Caption You're Invited to the ETVFD's 2025 Memorial Day Open House

ETFD Watch Desk, March 31

Stop by the Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department's Station 2 (Reiffton) following the annual Memorial Day parade to enjoy some food, see the apparatus and meet your local firefighters.

Tentative Schedule of Events:
Monday, May 26
Parade - 9 to 10 a.m.
Ceremony at Forest Hills - 10 to 11 a.m.
Open House at Reiffton - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.... (Full Story & Photos)

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ETVFD Members Strengthen Training on Vehicle Rescue Techniques

ETFD Watch Desk, May 21

Our vehicle rescue training module kicked off earlier this month, starting with the fundamentals. Members have reviewed the proper use of our eDRAULIC rescue tools, including the ram, cutters, spreaders and combi tool. They also got hands-on working on cribbing, struts and air bags for lifting and stabilization. Officers taught members about different extrication techniques and reinforced the importance ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Busy Weekend Keeps ETVFD Crews Busy

ETFD Watch Desk, May 19

The past weekend was busy with calls for ETVFD crews, including two vehicle fires and an accident with injuries. On Saturday night, crews assisted with the first vehicle fire in the engine compartment following an accident with injuries on Perkiomen Avenue. Crews assisted with patient care and road cleanup before being placed available. Tower 25 was also part of the ladder arch for West Reading's ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Storms Bring Down Tree on Oley Turnpike Road Home

ETFD Watch Desk, May 16

The Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a reported tree that fell onto a home located at 4781 Oley Turnpike Road in Exeter Township. Arriving crews found a tree had uprooted and fell onto the front of the house, causing moderate damage. At the time the tree fell, the house was occupied by an adult female and two children. The adult and one child were transported to an area ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption ETVFD Members Honored for Heroic Actions in Two Recent Fires

ETFD Watch Desk, May 13

Several Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department members were recognized for their heroic, selfless actions at two recent fatal fires in Robeson Township during the Exeter Township Board of Supervisors meeting held on Monday, May 12. These members were honored for embodying the firefighter code of ethics in their commitment to serving the community.

Below is an overview of the members who were ... (Full Story & Photos)

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ETVFD Members Participate in Weekend Trainings Focused on Strengthening Their Skills

ETFD Watch Desk, May 11

This past weekend was filled with an array of trainings for the Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department. Members took to Berks County Fire Training Center for the May live burn session, where teams focused on different fire ground activities, including fire attack, incident command, RIT and search. While the live burn was happening, members took part in a flashover simulator training that was held ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption April 2025 By the Numbers

ETFD Watch Desk, May 05

April was a busy month for the ETVFD with crews responding to 139 calls, putting the department's 2025 year-to-date total at 542 calls. There are several community events coming up in May, including the annual Memorial Day parade and open house — we look forward to seeing you there! If you're interested in joining a progressive department that's committed to supporting the community, visit joinetvfd.org... (Full Story & Photos)

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Exeter Township Requesting Proposals for New Fire Station

ETFD Watch Desk, April 17

Exeter Township, Berks County is requesting proposals from professional firms for Architectural and Engineering Services related to the construction of a new fire station to be located on township property on Gibraltar Road, Reading, PA 19606. Copies of the Request for Proposals are available at the Township Building, 4975 DeMoss Road, Reading, PA 19606, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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