Welcome to the Official Website for the Bethel Township Hose Co. No. 1

Saturday morning June 28th after 0100, the company was dispatched to assist Concordville Fire & Protective Association (59) on a residential structure fire. 59 units arrived and reported fire showing. Engine 66 made the response and arrived as the third due engine, securing a secondary water supply and stretching an attack line to the C side. Engine 66 assisted with fire suppression on the second floor and attic. Chief 59 had command. Photo credits: Tappan Firephotos... (Full Story & Photos)

Last week, the Bethel Township Hose Company No. 1 had the absolute honor of helping a young student named Teddy wrap up his school year in the most unforgettable way ... with a ride to school in a firetruck.

With lights flashing and hearts full, Driver Ben Robinson, Chief Mike Heacock, and Junior Firefighter Travis Layne proudly escorted Teddy on this joyful journey; a small act that made a big memory for a very deserving child.

At Bethel Twp Hose Co. No. 1, it’s not just about responding to emergencies; it’s about showing up for our community in every way we can.

Teddy, we hope your last day of school was as incredible as your ride. Have a wonderful summer, and remember that your firehouse ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Bethel Fire Company will be holding our annual carnival beginning Tuesday night May 20th through Saturday night May 24th. Carnival hours will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. each evening at 3220 Foulk Road (corner of Foulk Road & Bethel Road), Garnet Valley, PA 19060. Come enjoy rides, food, and games. Proceeds benefit our all-volunteer fire department. Please utilize the link below for more information and advanced ticket sales

https://houghtoncarnival.com/events/180

Please email any questions to fundraising@bethelfire.com.

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Congratulations to Firefighter Mason Kletter and family on the birth of Jackson Wyatt Kletter. Mom and baby are doing well. Nana Kletter, also a fire company member, can’t wait to spoil you. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Saturday morning, March 29th, the department along with Concordville (59) & Chester Heights (71) participated in a drafting and tanker operations drill. Drafting operations are primarily utilized in non-hydrant areas and involve drawing water from a portable tank, creek or pond. Tanker operations involve a tanker dumping its water into a portable tank on the scene of an incident and then proceeding to a site to refill the tanker and then shuttle water back to the scene. Thank you to Concordville for hosting the drill and providing an overview of their tanker.... (Full Story & Photos)