01/24/2026: With cold temperatures already here and Fern promising to coat our area in snow and ice later tonight, we partnered with our municipal Emergency Managers to offer a place to shelter for those who may need it. If you lose power or heat, the fire station- 842 South Washington Street - will be available to get warm, charge your devices and dodge the weather beginning at 0600 hours Sunday, 01/25/26 . While uncertain how long the storm or this service may last, there i

01/10/2026- 1803 hours: Crews responded the intersection of East and South Pennsylvania Avenue in State line for a vehicle accident. With two vehicles in the roadway and a large debris field, scene and traffic control was established and spilled fluids contained. Ambulance 3-8 transported one occupant to Meritus Medical Center and apparatus returned to service in ninety minutes. 01/09/2026- 2010 hours: Company 3 to 233 Williamson Avenue, Greencastle for an auto accident. Crew

01/07/2026: If you received this mailing from WELLSPAN EMS, it's important you're aware they are not the BASIC life support provider or transport service in our area. In Greencastle and Antrim Township, primary ambulance and transport services are provided by Rescue Hose Company or- in the northern portion of the township- Marion Fire Department . WellSpan does provide ADVANCED life support (or Paramedic response) to these areas but the generic mailer mentions to that are l

01/06/2026- 0338 hours: Box 3-02 responded for a building fire- 846 Buchanan Trail East at Antrim Fleet Services with first units reporting smoke from all sides of the building. Personnel made entry and quickly had water on the fire while crews worked ventilation, salvage and overhaul for about two hours. Squad 3 remained to assist Pennsylvania State Police for an additional period. 01/02/2026- 1623 hours: Company 3 alerted for a vehicle collision in front of 7195 Molly Pit

01/01/2026: Just wanted to say THANKS for supporting us in 2025 and cheers to your continued health and success in the the new year. We appreciate each and every one of you- our members, staff, residents and visitors- and look forward to continuing to serve you and meet your needs in 2026. Stay safe!

12/27/2025- 2130 hours: Company 3 responded to 41 East Grandview Avenue, Mercersburg for fire in an attached garage- supporting Company 9 (Mercersburg), working overhaul and checks for extension for about sixty minutes. 12/27/2025- 0521 hours: Engine 3-1 and Engine Tanker 3 assisted Company 13 with an outside smoke investigation in the area of 18350 Shawley Drive after first arriving units confirmed multiple semi tractors and other vehicles on fire, with crews working for a

Crews stayed busy during Christmas week including: 12/26/2025- 2024 hours: RHC for a vehicle collision on Molly Pitcher Highway South at Antrim Commons Drive. After securing southbound travel lanes, crews worked vehicle fluid containment and traffic control unit the roadway was cleared. 12/23/2025- 0153 hours: Company 3 and Washington County crews responded to Interstate 81 southbound at mile marker 1.5 for a vehicle accident, locating a tractor-trailer that ran off the hig

12/25/2025: As you gather with family and friends to celebrate during this holiday season, know we're here- crews of volunteers and staff- ready to respond if you need us. We appreciate each of you and send best wishes for happiness, health, and comfort to all. From our house to yours- Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

12/14/2025- 1017 hours: Box 3-28 alerted for a shed fire- 396 Zarger Road, Antrim Township. Several address adjustments were made as crews responded when callers from Interstate 81 were unable to provide the correct location- 592 Martin Road. Arriving to a well-involved outbuilding, personnel prevented extension to other near-by structures, clearing in one hour. 12/12/2025- 1655 hours: RHC and Company 9 alerted for a personal injury collision with ejection and entrapment at t

Check out the Interstate 81 bridge work and associated lane closures scheduled for next week (12/16) around Exit 3. SLOW DOWN and give 'em room to work.

12/12/2025: We are grateful for the support of our residents, businesses, groups and organizations. While often increasing during the holidays, we frequently get items on incident scenes or dropped off to the station for our members- including cards, letters, food, drinks and other gifts year-round. Each and every one is appreciated. Today was another example as the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance included RHC on its rounds and delivered several bags of goodies. Nothing e

12/09/2025: After months of extensive touring (okay- some time in a Hagerstown shop to repair damage), Engine 3-1 returned to service. Crews loaded equipment and hose to place the unit back in service this week. 2026 Officers were elected at the December Company meeting including: President Bill Hull Vice-President: Jake Gsell Secretary: Shelley Koons Treasurer: Tom Bricker Trustee: Bill Little Fire Police Captain: Paul Leister Fire Chief: Kevin Barnes Deputy Fire Chief: JR K

12/09/2025- 0316 hours: Crews dispatched to the area of 2220 Buchanan Trail East for a vehicle accident- with rollover and possible fire. Arriving to a single auto off the roadway and occupant self-extricated, Engine 3-1 and Car 3 personnel confirmed no hazards and went available after twenty minutes. EMS obtained a transport refusal before clearing. 12/08/2025- 1948 hours: RHC responded to 136 North Allison Street for a carbon monoxide detector activation. Crews metered the

12/05/2025- 1303 hours: Engine Tanker 3 and Engine 3-2 responded to assist Company 9 (Mercersburg) with a horse barn on fire- 9271 Mercersburg Road, Montgomery Township. Crews arrived to a well-involved building, working water supply and overhaul until clearing in about two hours.

12/09/2025: RHC paid our respects to the families of long-time member Ray W. Mowen, Sr. today. Holder of many offices in the department, Ray is best known as our Historian and the namesake of the Museum. Thanks for sharing him with us.

12/02/2025: As the holiday season, cold weather and snow arrives, so does the Ambulance Club membership mailing for next year. Check your mailbox for this worthwhile program application or stop at the fire station to get one if it doesn't arrive soon. Thanks for your continued support.

12/02/2025- 1650 hours: Engine 3-2 and Engine Tanker 3 assisted Company 9 (Mercersburg) with a reported chimney fire- 12840 Binkley Road, Montgomery Township. Personnel worked interior operations including checks for extension, clearing the fire box and securing the appliance before clearing in forty minutes. 11/30/2025- 1121 hours: Company 3 responded to 6700 Guitner Road for a vehicle accident, with information updated while enroute to a single auto into a tree with fire an

11/29/2025: RHC had a visit today from Chief Rob Frank of the Greencastle, Indiana Fire Department. Chief Frank and his sons made time during a holiday visit with family in Maryland to head north and see the OTHER Greencastle's fire station, equipment and personnel. Thanks for stopping! Greencastle, PA Mayor Thomas, Roger Bitner, GFD Chief Frank, RHC Chief Barnes

11/26/2025: The holiday season is upon us and with it- you knew this was coming- increased fire activity. Here are some Thanksgiving fire statistics: Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with more than THREE times the daily average for such incidents. Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked second and third, with both having nearly twice the daily average. Unattended cooking was by far the leading contributing factor in cooking fires and fire deaths. Cooking ca

11/22/2025: We learned of the passing earlier today (0143 hours) of long-time member Ray W. Mowen, Sr. He held many positions at RHC during his long tenure, including: Vice-President, Engineer, Recording Secretary, President, Trustee, Parliamentarian, and Apparatus Operator. Probably best known as our Historian, his vision, willingness to research, dig through and catalog department history allowed us to build the Museum that bears his name. When equipment was updated or repl