Back Mountain Regional Fire & EMS, Dallas PA

09/24/2026

This morning, our crews responded to a natural gas emergency after an excavation company struck a gas service line. What initially appeared to be a service line leak developed into a serious situation, with explosive levels of gas detected in multiple structures.

Back Mountain Regional (Station 121) was in command of the scene, with mutual aid assistance from Shavertown’s truck (Station 251) and Kunkle Fire’s engine (Station 122).

While UGI crews worked diligently to shut down the gas main, firefighters evacuated residents and coordinated with UGI Electric to shut off power in the affected area to reduce the potential for ignition.

During the response, firefighters also discovered a nearby smoldering brush pile and immediately extinguished it, addressing an additional potential ignition source during an already dangerous situation.

Once the gas was isolated, units on scene thoroughly ventilated all affected homes and repeatedly checked gas levels with meters to confirm conditions had returned to normal. The scene was then turned over to UGI Gas.

The potential for a catastrophic outcome was very real, and time was critical. Thanks to the dedicated professionals in our community whose quick actions, training, and teamwork helped prevent this emergency from becoming a tragedy.

Thank you to all responding crews, UGI Gas, and UGI Electric. Multiple departments, one shared mission: protecting our community. Outstanding work by all.

09/20/2026

The rain didn’t stop the show at the Dallas Harvest Festival at the high school! Come stop by for food, entertainment and shopping! The Rescue and Tanker are on display

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, our nation changed forever.

On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 innocent lives were taken in a matter of hours. We remember every person who went to work that morning, boarded a plane, answered an emergency call, or simply began an ordinary day that would never be ordinary again.

We remember the firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, dispatchers, military members, and countless everyday heroes who ran toward danger while others were trying to escape it.

And today, we also remember those we have lost in the 25 years since — the first responders, recovery workers, survivors, and others who later died from cancers, respiratory illnesses, and other conditions connected to the attacks and the months of rescue and recovery that followed.

For so many families, September 11th never truly ended.

May we never forget those who died that day, those who have died since, and those who continue to carry the physical and emotional scars of 9/11.

Twenty-five years later, we remember their names, their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who still feel their absence every single day.

We will never forget.

08/31/2026

Just a reminder as we get to this time of the year, add a few more minutes to your commute in preparation for those flashing lights!

08/06/2026

A great evening at the 2026 National Night Out on Tuesday!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet our firefighters, check out the apparatus, and spend time with us. Events like this are a great way to strengthen the relationship between our department and the community we proudly serve.

We enjoyed meeting so many of you and hope everyone had a safe and fun night. Thanks to Dallas Township Police Department and everyone who helped make this year’s event a success!

08/03/2026

Hope to see you all at National Night Out tomorrow!

💙🎉 Who's Ready for National Night Out?! 🎉💙

Here's just a taste of what you'll find tomorrow evening:

🚁 Pennsylvania State Police helicopter landing at 6:00 PM
🐾 Meet K9 Dilly from the Kingston Township Police Department
🚓 Chat with officers from police departments throughout the Back Mountain
🚒 Meet the firefighters who serve our community and explore their fire trucks and equipment
🚑 Meet the EMS professionals who answer the call when seconds matter and check out their ambulances and lifesaving equipment
🦌 Meet officers from the Pennsylvania Game Commission
🚤 Explore a patrol boat and meet officers from the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission
💦 Dunk-a-Cop (we hear a few Chiefs have volunteered... 😉)
🎨 Face painting & balloon creations by Kel's Kraftiness
🎵 Music by DJ Dunder Mixen
🌭 Abe's Hot Dogs, Mountaintop
🍦 Ice Cream Truck 61
🧋 Squeeze the Day Boba
🤝 Community organizations, local resources, and so much more!

📍 Misericordia University
🗓️ Tuesday, August 4
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and spend the evening with us. We can't wait to see everyone there! 💙

07/04/2026

Happy 250 America! Celebrate safely!

07/03/2026

As many of our residents know, for many years we have been fortunate to have an amazing college program filled with outstanding students who have stepped up to volunteer their time in both fire and EMS.

Today, we want to take a moment to spotlight one of our alumni, Nick, who graduated from the FDNY Academy this week and will be starting his assignment with Engine 324 in Queens.

Congratulations, Nick! We are proud of you and wish you the best as you begin this next chapter!

121 Proud!

06/29/2026

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Your subscription helps support ambulances, equipment, training, and emergency response resources that keep our crews ready to answer the call 24/7. ❤️

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06/22/2026

Early this morning, around 2:00 AM, Dallas Borough Police were patrolling the Borough when they noticed a plume of white smoke. During the officer’s investigation, he arrived on Main Street and found the rear deck of a residence on fire, likely originating from a smokeless fire pit.

Borough Police immediately summoned the Fire Department and banged on the door to alert the sleeping occupants. Once everyone was safely evacuated, police and the residents worked to keep the fire at bay using buckets of water.

Volunteers with Regional Engine 1 were first on scene and deployed a line to knock down the remaining fire.

Great job by Dallas Borough Police, Regional Fire & Rescue, and all of the volunteers from our mutual aid departments who were responding as well. Thank you for your quick action and dedication to keeping our community safe.