SPS Technologies Fire Companies Honored By Montco Commissioners

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — Montgomery County Commissioners celebrated the Fourth of July by attending the annual Glenside parade, not just to take in the festivities.

County officials were also there to honor the fire companies that battled the SPS Technologies fire in February.

"When the SPS Technologies fire broke out on a cold night in February, firefighters from more than 70 companies answered the call — leaving their jobs, homes, and families — to keep us safe," county officials said in a statement. "Thanks to their bravery and skill, the blaze was contained without any serious injuries or fatalities."

The commissioners recognized the heroic efforts of the first responders and volunteers at a special fire awards ceremony ahead of the annual Glenside Fourth of July parade.

Montgomery County Commissioners Neil Makhija, Jamila Winder, and Tom DiBello also honored the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety team, 911 telecommunicators, the county's Emergency Operations and Hazmat units, and local businesses like the Highland Restaurant and Bar for stepping up during a time of crisis.

"Behind every emergency response are hours of training, preparation, and sacrifice — often unseen, but deeply appreciated," county officials said.

Nearly 70 area fire companies fought the SPS Technologies fire on Highland Avenue that damaged the company's 600,000-square-foot building. Since the February fire, SPS Technologies announced that it was laying off 250 of its 500 employees.

(Montgomery County Government) Montgomery County officials honored the fire companies that battled the SPS Technologies fire in February.