SPS Technology Fire Crews Getting July 4th Ceremony

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — The fire crews who battled the SPS Technologies blaze for days earlier this year will be honored at a July 4th ceremony.

The Weldon Fire Company will host an honorary celebration, awards ceremony, and cookout for all of the more than 60 fire departments, EMS, and first responders who assisted with the SPS fire in mid-February at the 600,000-square-foot building on Highland Avenue.

All attendees are then invited to march side by side (or drive in apparatus) down the parade route for Glenside's 4th of July celebration.

On Feb. 17, over 60 fire companies (including 176 firefighters), as well as first responders and EMS, responded to a 4-alarm fire at SPS Technologies.

"They saved our town from what could have been an unimaginable tragedy," township officials said.

"These brave men and women acted selflessly and without fail to ensure our safety, and exemplified true teamwork and dedication," township officials said. "What’s more, they are constant safeguards for our communities every day. This July 4th we will have the opportunity to give them a proper thank you. Please cheer, and cheer loudly, for these heroes."

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