Philadelphia, PA

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[quote name='pfdbuff' post='78068' date='Feb 17 2007, 19:31 ']One of the most important things to remember is Philadelphia is a big department. It's hard to say what house is friendly, etc. because you don't know who will be working and what mood they will be in. For the most part the members are pretty accomodating. If you're going to be chasing fires you will need a scanner capable of receiving 800 mhz digital. Philadelphia went to the new radio system a few years ago and turned off the old frequencies. There is no simulcast of dispatches on the old frequencies. Also, about two years ago the department issued regulation t-shirts and hats. Since the members are no longer allowed to wear shirts and hats with company logos a lot of stations don't have them anymore. You may find a few houses that have some but it's not like it used to be. One other thing to remember is Philadelphia is a very aggressive department when it comes to fighting fire. If you're going to see anything you almost have to be on top of it when it's dispatched. Good luck.[/quote]



For help scanning... If you have no other way (No 800 mhz) try 464.25 and 451.900. These are "buff" radios that announce Philly jobs. As Jack said... Philly gets lines "in service" FAST! Unless it is a big job or you are there as they pull up... plan on appartus photos or over haul shots.



Its been awhile since I really BUFFED the city so info for shirts was old. I have picked up a couple of the "standard" shirts... Not as classy but nice to have.