Feb 1-
The 2nd LCFC Fund Drive mailing was sent out February 1,
2010. LCFC has received only 494 returns of the
1750 sent out. ONLY 28.5%!
Your VOLUNTEER Fire Company relies on the fund drive
income to operate. When the emergency comes in we
respond! When we call upon you, can't you respond by
supporting us through this tax deductible fund drive
donation?
Jan 31-
LCFC was dispatched this morning to assist Girard FD
on an odor investigation at Country Fair with the
multi-gas meter. Engine 563
responded with the gas meter. 563 arrived on scene and
the crew was sent into the structure to begin air
monitoring. Crews found a strong smell of propane near
the entrance and a lingering smell inside the structure.
The multi gas meter did not pick up anything. The source
was found to be coming from outside the structure. The
facility was ventilated by opening doors and LCFC was
released command.
2009 LCFC BANQUET
Jan 30-
Tonight LCFC members and invited guest attended the
annual LCFC Banquet held at Nick's Place in Edinboro.
The event honors those who contributed to the Lake City
Fire Company during the 2009 year. The following members
were honored for answering over 75 calls: Juston Cannon,
James Gross, Mark Horstman, Elizabeth Jobczynski,
Jeffrey Jobczynski, George Reichert, Jennifer Waxham,
and Marvin Waxham Jr.
The
following members received service year pins: 1 year pin
- Jennifer Waxham, 5 year pin - Jason Powell
, 10 Year pin- Brian Platz, Lisa Sackett and Tom Hosack, 30 year pin-
David Isles, 45 year pin- John Novitsky.
Check out this
years Banquet Slide show to the right->
MEMBERS CONTINUE FF I PREP COURSE
Jan 18-
Members from LCFC and Springfield FD
continued their Firefighter I prep course at Station 56
this evening. The course prepares firefighters for the
Firefighter I exam. Tonight crews reviewed
self-contained breathing apparatus inspections and use.
The course continues over the next couple months.
CONDOLENCES TO THE CIRILLO FAMILY
Jan 9-
LCFC is saddened to announce the loss of Auxiliary
member Gary Cirillo Sr. LCFC sends it's deepest
condolences to the family and friends of Gary Cirillo
Sr.
View obituary here
CREWS RESPOND TO 2 VEHICLE MVA
Jan 6-
LCFC was dispatched to a 2 vehicle MVA at Elk Park and
North Creek Road around 6:00 this evening. Dispatch
advised all occupants were self extricated and one
vehicle was over the embankment. Squad 577, Utility 566
and Rescue 579 responded. Units arrived on scene and
found 1 patient. Patient was attended to by EMS
personnel and transported via Squad 577 to the hospital.
Crews remained on scene for traffic control. All units
were clear around 7:20.
Dec 21-
This evening LCFC members completed a Fire Behavior
course by instructor Joe Petrone. The course taught a
basic understanding of the chemical and physical nature
of fire. The course reviewed sources of heat energy,
composition and characteristics of fuels, and
environmental conditions necessary to sustain the
combustion process. Thank you Joe for a great class!
MVA SENDS CREWS TO MAPLE AVE
Dec 20-
LCFC was dispatched for an MVA on Maple Ave near Hall
Ave around 9:00pm. Girard was dispatched to assist with
a rescue and squad and Springfield on standby. Dispatch
advised caller reported 1 vehicle rollover in a ditch
with entrapment. Engine 563, Squad 577, Utility 566,
and Rescue 579 responded. First arriving units found an
SUV off the roadway on its side with 2 occupants self
extricated uninjured. Both occupants refused treatment.
Girard and Springfield were placed in service. Crews
remained on scene for traffic control and for tow truck.
All units were in service around 11:00pm.
LCFC RESPONDS TO INVESTIGATION
Dec 19-
LCFC was dispatched for an investigation at a Peaceful
Acres Mobile Home Park residence shortly after 12:00am.
Caller reported feeling a explosion like vibration
throughout the home. Engine 572, Squad 577 and U566
responded. Crews investigated and found the problem to
be plumbing related. Crews cleared shortly after.
CREWS ASSIST ON STRUCTURE FIRE
Dec 05-
LCFC was dispatched to assist Fairview FD on a structure
fire at a Middle Road residence early this morning.
Engine 572, Squad 577 and Utility 566 responded. A two
story residential structure with heavy fire showing was
reported by command. E572 arrived on scene and was
diverted to water supply at the Gravel Pits. Sq577 and
U566 arrived on scene and staged at a nearby parking
lot. U566's crew assisted on scene with fire suppression
and overhaul. Crews were on scene about 3 hours. The
home is believed to be a total loss. High winds quickly
spread the flames through the home and made firefighting
efforts difficult. Girard, Lake Shore, West Lake,
West Ridge, Franklin Township, Platea and West County
Paramedics also assisted on the incident.
Dec 06-
LCFC held it's annual elections this evening. Below are
the results.
Line Officers
Chief 560 - Marvin Waxham
Jr
Assistant Chief 561- Jeff
Jobczynski
Deputy Chief of Fire/Rescue
570- Jason Powell
Deputy Chief of EMS 571-
Elizabeth Jobczynski
Business Officers
President - Juston Cannon
V-President - James Gross
Treasurer - Lisa Sackett
Secretary - George Reichert
Relief Officers
President - Gary Cooper
V-President - Mark Horstman
Treasurer - Jen Waxham
Secretary - George Reichert
MULE ASSISTS TO ALBION
Dec 05-
LCFC was dispatched this afternoon for the Mule to
assist Albion Fire Department with a fall victim from a
tree stand at the State Game Lands off of Griffey Road
in Albion. Rescue 579 with the Mule and Utility 566
responded. Springfield and West County Paramedics were
dispatched to assist also. LCFC units arrived on scene
and mule was unloaded. Mule and rescue trailer responded
to the incident scene. Crews found a patient that had
fallen approximately 15 feet from tree stand. Crews
packaged and carried the patient to the Mule. The mule
then transported the patient to Albion's Squad who then
responded to landing zone for helicopter transport to
the hospital.
During the operation the Mule blew out a rear tire, but
still executed the mission. Thank you to Cycle City for
their quick response and having a spare tire at the
station when crews returned!
~ November 2009
LCFC GOES TO COURT HOUSE
Nov 17-
LCFC Engine 572 and members of the fire company traveled
to the
Erie County Court House this afternoon to show unity for
lack of support from county council to help fund
the Franklin Township training facility. Many other fire
departments were present at the court house. LCFC along
with the other Erie County fire companies use the
facility for many classes and drills. The facility is
the only one in the area that is a certified site for
Firefighter I and other state certifications.
Read more here.
GROUND LADDER REFRESHER COURSE
Nov 15-
LCFC members completed a Ground Ladders Refresher Course
this evening, The 3 hour course was held at the
Franklin Center Training Grounds. Members refreshed
their knowledge of ladder components, maintenance, and
proper ladder placement and use.
ANNUAL FEATHER PARTY WINNERS
Nov 13-
Thank you to all who supported LCFC during the 2009
Feather Party. Below is a list of winners from the
raffle. Hope to see you next year!
1.
Marlin 917UR Synthetic Stock With Scope
ALAN BOESCH
6.
Excalabir Ibex Crossbow With Scope
DORIAN MONROE
2
.Ruger HM77R Hawkeye Bolt Action .308
KATHY CHAFFEE
7.
Winchester S & 3 Semi Auto 12 Ga.
BOB ACKERMAN
3.
Weatherby Vanguard 30-06
AL
NACOPOULOS
8.
Browning XBolt Hunter
AL
NACOPOULOS
4.
Charles Daily Side By Side 12 Gauge
DAVE CALLADINE
9.
Remington 7600 DBL Deluxe 30-06
KEN KIEDAISCH
5.
T. C. Encore Hunter 15” Barrel Cal. 270
BILL STANGEL
10. Berretta 12 Gauge Synthetic Stock
PAUL CLINE
563 GOES TO GIRARD ON SHED FIRE
Nov 07-
LCFC was dispatched for 1 engine to assist Girard FD
with a shed fire on Aurora Drive just before 4:00 this
afternoon. Station 56 answered shortly after dispatched
and Engine 563 responded with 5. First arriving units
found fire showing from a shed. E563 arrived on scene
and the LCFC crew went to the structure. Crews assisted
in fire suppression and overhaul. Fire was extinguished
and all units cleared the scene around 5:00pm.
CREWS RESPOND TO CHIMNEY FIRE
Nov 05-
LCFC was dispatched for a Structure Fire at a North
Creek Road residence around 9:40 this evening. Girard,
Springfield for an engine, Platea for a tanker, Lake
Shore for an engine and Cranesville for the FAST team
were dispatched to assist. LCFC answered up shortly
after dispatch. Dispatch advised a Chimney fire was
reported by caller. Engine 563, 572, Squad 577 and
Utility 566 responded. Crews arrived on scene and found
a 2 story wood frame residential structure with nothing
showing. LCFC crew enter structure and found negative
extension from chimney into structure. Platea was placed
in service. All other units continued in priority 2.
Fire was placed under control and all units were placed
in service with exception of LCFC units and Girard
Engine 553. Crews ensured extinguishment and no
extension. After clearing creosote build up in the fire
box and around the damper, all remaining units were in
service around 11:40pm.