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Crafton honors police, firefighters and public works for response to Jan. 20 residential fire
Summary
Crafton officials formally commended the volunteer fire department, mutual aid companies, public works and police for their response to a Jan. 20 residential fire that occurred during extreme winter conditions and resulted in one fatality.
Crafton Mayor Perry and borough officials on an evening ceremony formally commended the Crafton Volunteer Fire Department, neighboring mutual aid companies, the Crafton Public Works Department and the Crafton Police Department for their response to a residential fire during a severe winter storm on Jan. 20.
The recognition came after officials described dangerous conditions that morning — heavy snow, whiteout conditions and frozen hydrants — and a response that involved mutual aid companies and multiple borough departments. Mayor Perry praised first responders’ “courage, sacrifice, and indispensable role in keeping Crafton safe,” and the mayor singled out the coordinated work of fire, police, EMS and public works in ensuring access and safety during the incident.
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