THREE LCFC MEMBERS ATTEND STRUCTURAL BURN SESSION 

07/20/08- Three Lake City firefighters completed a Structural Burn Session held by Perry Hi-way Hose Co. this weekend. Lieutenant J. Jobczynski, FF J. Powell, and FF G. Summerson attended the two day course which focuses on structural firefighting tactics and safety. After a day of classroom learning and dry runs Saturday, Sunday was a day of live burns giving firefighters experience and knowledge. Thank you Perry Hi-way and Instructors!

CREW RESPONDS TO SMOKE INVESTIGATION

07/15/08- LCFC was dispatched to assist Girard F.D. with a investigation of smoke in a residence. Engine 563 responded. 563's crew was assigned to report to the structure. A smoldering mulch fire was found outside the residence. Crew's used a water extinguishers to put out the fire. No damage was done to the home. Crews cleared a short time later.

LCFC RESPONDS TO vehicle crash on route 5 

07/13/08- This morning  LCFC was dispatched for a vehicle accident on Route 5. Engine 563, Utility 566 and Squad 577 responded. Crews arrived on scene to find 1 vehicle into a utility pole with moderate damage. Occupant was self extricated prior to crews arrival. Crew assessed patients condition. Squad 577 transported 1 patient to the hospital. Crew directed traffic and cleared roadway. 

ENGINE 563 RESPONDS TO FIRE ALARM

07/10/08- This afternoon LCFC was dispatched to an assisted living house on Maple Avenue for a fire alarm. Engine 563 responded. Crews arrived on scene to find nothing showing from the 1 story residential structure. Upon investigation it was found to be an accidental trip by the maintenance personnel. 

2 vehicle crash on route 5 sends crew to action

07/09/08- This evening LCFC was dispatched for an MVA on Route 5 East of Nursery Road. Reported as 2 vehicles with entrapment. E563, Sq577, and U566 responded. Crews arrived on scene to find 2 vehicle with moderate to heavy damage with 2 patients. Extrication was performed. Both patients refused transport to the hospital. Road way was cleaned and and crew cleared. West County Paramedics and Girard FD also assisted.

SPRINGFIELD MVA SENDS CREWS TO HAPPY VALLEY ROAD

07/08/08- Around 1030pm LCFC was dispatched to assist Springfield FD with an MVA on Happy Valley Road. E563, Sq577 and U566 responded. Crews arrived on scene to find a pick up truck with heavy damage. Extrication was performed. Two patients were transported to the hospital. Girard FD and West County Paramedics also assisted.

07/08/08- This afternoon LCFC was dispatched for the mule to assist Springfield FD with an ATV accident on Mckee Road. U566 and the mule responded. While arriving on scene LCFC was placed in service by command. One patient was transported to the hospital by 647.

NEW ERIE COUNTY FIRE department profile WEBSITE

Visit the link below to find out more about all the Erie County, Pa Fire Departments. Site designed and maintained by Mike Zaccheo of Erie, PA. The site shows a profile for each department and also includes apparatus pictures. 

LCFC MEMBERS CONTINUE WATER RESCUE TRAINING

06/28- 06/29/08- Members from LCFC and Lake Shore F.D. attended the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissions Emergency Boat Operations and Rescue Phase II course. Members learned proper handling of the boat and each persons role on the boat during a rescue. Saturday was the classroom portion of the course and Sunday was spent out on the bay conducting practical's. Thank you to the instructors for a great class and to Kuhl Hose for use of their water rescue boat!

Mobile Home fire sends crews to peaceful acres trailer park

06/26/08 - LCFC was dispatched around 8:00 this evening for a reported mobile home fire in the Peaceful Acres Trailer Park, 9800 West Lake Road. Engine 563, Engine 572, Squad 577, and Utility 566 responded. Girard F.D. assisted. Crews arrived on scene to find smoke coming from the structure. Engine 572's crew pulled the attack line and enter the structure. Crews found heavy fire conditions in the kitchen area. The fire was under control quickly. The mobile home sustained heavy damage. Crews cleared the scene around 10:00pm. No injuries were reported. 

LCFC DISPATCHED TO ASSIST STATION 64 ON CAR VS TRAIN

06/25/08 - LCFC was dispatched to assist Springfield F.D. with the mule on a car vs. train accident on Abels Road. Utility 566 and the mule responded. One vehicle was found along the train tracks with heavy damage. Crews were unable to find anyone in or around the vehicle. A search began to locate the occupant. About two hours later the owner was located by police, without injuries. Crews cleared the scene once no injuries were confirmed. 

LCFC DISPATCHED FOR WATER RESCUE OFF WALNUT CREEK

06/18/08 - LCFC was dispatched for a water rescue this afternoon off of Walnut Creek, assisting to Lake Shore Fire Department.  Reports of a kayaker in distress about a half mile off shore were relayed to LSFD, LCFC, US Coast Guard and PA Fish and Boat Commission. LCFC Responded with Rescue 579 and Rescue Boat 578. While enroute LCFC was placed in service. PA Fish and Boat Commission picked up the person in distress with their conservation boat and transported them to the access area for a medical evaluation. 

OVEN FIRE SENDS CREWS TO STERLING Technologies

06/16/08 - LCFC was dispatched around 1030 this morning for a reported oven fire at Sterling Technologies on Keystone Drive. Engine 563, Engine 572, Utility 566 and Squad 577 responded. Smoke was visible upon arrival. Crew entered building to find flames enclosed in the piece of equipment. The equipment was a large oven used in the production of plastic goods. Crew extinguished flames and ventilated facility. No extensions were found on the interior or exterior of the facility. Extinguishment was attempted by employees with the use of fire extinguishers with no success prior to LCFC arrival. Cause is under investigation by the facility. Crew cleared the scene around 1130am.

LCFC RESPONDS TO MVA

06/16/08 - LCFC was dispatched shortly after 8:00 this morning for an MVA at Route 5 and Fairplane Rd. Engine 563 and Squad 577 responded, along with West County Paramedics. Crews arrived on scene to find two vehicle with one off the roadway. Moderate damage. One patient was transported to the hospital. Crew cleaned up debris and cleared scene.

2008 CARNIVAL COMES TO AN END

06/15/08 - LCFC would like to thank all who worked, performed, and attended the 84th annual carnival. Due to weather conditions, severe lighting and winds,  LCFC was forced to shut down early on Friday night. We thank all who were in attendance for cooperating during our evacuation into the fire station to help maintain a safe environment. Also, thank you to the units who participated in our annual parade. Hope to see you next year!

Carnival plans are underway for 2009. Due to issues beyond our control we were unable to contract a ride company for this years carnival.  Efforts have begun to find a ride company for the 2009 carnival, as well as other improvements. Suggestions and comments are welcome and can be emailed to carnival@lakecityfire.org. Thank you for your continuing support!

LCFC DISPATCHED FOR WATER RESCUE OFF OF ELK CREEK

06/07/08 - LCFC was dispatched for a water rescue around midnight. Initial reports of a capsized boat with people in the water off of Elk Creek access were received from dispatch. Crews staged at Station 57 while obtaining more information from dispatch. More information indicated victims in the water were picked up by a passing boat with no injuries. 577 responded to the access area were nothing was found. Crews were placed in service.

LIGHTNING STRIKE SENDS CREWS TO MAIDEN LANE HOME

06/05/08 - LCFC with mutual aid from Girard, Platea, Springfield and Fairview responded to report of a home struck by lightning and filling with smoke this morning. Engine 563 and Engine 572 responded from Lake City. Crews arrived on scene to find nothing showing from the residential structure. The chimney exploded upon the strike destroying it from above the roof. Crews investigated the home with the thermal imaging camera. Nothing was found. Crews cleared a short time later.