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Hamburg Vol. Forest Fire Crew

Name: Hamburg Vol. Forest Fire Crew
Address: Hamburg, PA, 19526, US
Telephone: +16107805986

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Responding to wildland fires in Berks & surrounding counties since 1949

Established: 1949 by Hamburg, PA residents Preston & Anna Derck in response to a number of large forest fires that occurred on the Blue Mountains north of the town; incorporated as a 501(c) nonprofit organization in 1981

Coverage: the Berks County portion of William Penn State Forest (DCNR FD17), and surrounding areas

Crew: (All Volunteer) State Fire Warden, Assistant Warden, and fifteen members
*** Always seeking new crew members! ***

11/09/2026

CREW MEMBERS: Schedule change for Nov -Dec 2026! Tuesday night maintenance continues for Fall Fire Season... Wed Night Training is suspended until after the holidays.

11/09/2026

11/03/2026

Tuesday night is maintenance night at Station 82: going over our equipment so we’re always ready to respond to a call.

10/30/2026

...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD TODAY...
10/30/2026
There is an elevated risk for fire spread today across eastern
Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to
around 35 percent this afternoon. This will be accompanied by temperatures rising generally rising into the 60s and 70s and west winds around 10 to 15 gusting to around 25 mph. These conditions could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.
Conditions improve during the evening as the wind diminishes and the relative humidity increases.

Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Be sure to properly
extinguish or dispose of any potential ignition sources, including smoking materials such as cigarette butts. Use caution while using any machinery outdoors, such as lawn care equipment, that could cause sparks to come in contact with the dry ground.

This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire officials. --- WFMZ-TV 69News Weather

10/30/2026

Wildfires are most likely to happen during the spring and fall months in Pennsylvania. 🔥
Follow these tips to stay safe and prevent wildfires when enjoying the woods. ⤵️
Learn more: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/community-outreach-and-development/wildfire

10/26/2026

Safety First! 😅

10/11/2026

Did you know that DCNR assists with wildland fires in other states? Since 1973 Pennsylvania has sent resources to help with fires and other incidents to over a dozen states. Some are on the front lines as a part of a hand crew or with an engine, while others fill roles in logistics, dispatch, record keeping, and public information. Several members of our district staff were among those that were dispatched this past summer. Not only do these assignments help ease the strain on other state and federal resources, but the experience gained by our staff members is frequently put to good use when large incidents occur in the Commonwealth.

09/29/2026

**Training Opportunity**
Wilderness First Aid Training - including Adult CPR & AED use - will be held starting this Sunday, October 4th and continue the following two Sundays in Shartlesville.
10/4 , 10/11 , 10/18
This will be a certifying course! Those wanting to attend please RSVP with Dean Dalious, 610-780-5986.

09/29/2026

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