The Hanover Township Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on southbound Interstate 81 just past Exit 164.

Upon arrival, crews encountered an SUV heavily involved in fire, with flames extending into the surrounding roadside grass. Firefighters quickly deployed multiple handlines to bring the situation under control, including two attack lines for the vehicle and an additional line to extinguish ... (Full Story & Photos)

Each year, during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we take time to recognize the dedicated professionals who serve as the critical link between the public and emergency responders—our 911 dispatchers.

The Hanover Township Fire Department proudly extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to the men and women of Luzerne County Department of Emergency Services - 911Communications ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Hanover Township Fire Department responded to a total of 85 calls for service during March 2026, continuing its commitment to protecting the residents and surrounding communities of Hanover Township and beyond.

Of those responses, 63 incidents occurred within Hanover Township, with additional calls handled through mutual aid and regional support. The department also provided 13 mutual aid responses ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Hanover Township Fire Department (HTFD) recently conducted a comprehensive facility familiarization and pre-incident planning walkthrough at the AT&T facility located on Lasley Avenue within the Township.

The walkthrough provided personnel with the opportunity to gain critical knowledge of the building’s layout, access points, and operational features. Crews reviewed key components ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Hanover Township Fire Department (HTFD) recently hosted a specialized Arson Recognition and Scene Preservation training aimed at enhancing firefighters’ ability to identify potential fire causes and properly protect critical evidence during emergency incidents.

The course was led by Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal Unit Supervisor Jamie Scarlett, who provided in-depth instruction on recognizing ... (Full Story & Photos)

Hanover Township Fire Department was dispatched at 01:26 hours along with the remainder of the 1st Alarm Assignment to Maria Dr. in the Sunny Hill Development, located in the Newtown Section of the Township on the reported structure fire. Engine 1 quickly responded, while units were enroute updated information was received from Hanover Township Police Department on location reporting a working fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Hanover Township Fire Department (HTFD) recently participated in a comprehensive vehicle rescue training focused on both passenger and commercial vehicle incidents. The hands-on training was hosted at Falzone’s Towing, providing an ideal setting to work with a variety of real-world scenarios and vehicle types.

HTFD members were joined by firefighters from the Laurel Run Volunteer Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

Engine 2 and the Chief responded to the 400 Block of Hoyt St in Pringle Borough on the Multi Alarm Structure Fire. Initially dispatched as the Special Call RIT Company after a 2nd Alarm was struck, Engine 2 crews were reassigned on arrival to assist crews on location with fire suppression and overhaul. Upon the HTFD Engine Crew going to work a 3rd Alarm was requested as well as a Special Call 3rd ... (Full Story & Photos)