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December 2008 |
December 31, 2008 Airport Alert 2: BNIA Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of an inbound plane with a cracked windshield making an emergency landing on runway 23. Cheektowaga companies Hy-View, U-Crest, & Cleveland Hill were put on standby along with CD-132. The plane landed safely. Working Fire: Orchard Park Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a kitchen fire on North Buffalo Rd at the Village Center Apartments. EMS-1 went on location reporting a working fire. Mutual Aid companies were Windom & Hillcrest. The fire was under control in baout 9 minutes. Dispatch Google View Working Fire: Main Transit Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Bellingham Dr. Main Transit 9 went on location reporting a working fire. Mutual Aid comapnies were Harris Hill & Snyder (FAST). The fire was under control in about 22 minutes. The cause is listed as a gas stove left unattended. Dispatch Google View December 30, 2008 3 Chiefs Vehicles for Sale: Ellicott Creek Volunteer Fire Company is accepting sealed bids for the sale of three (3) Chiefs vehicles. We are asking $11,000 or Best Offer. Sealed Bids will be due by Tuesday, January 27, 2009. Please see the listed specifications and what equipment will be staying with the vehicles. Vehicles should be ready for pick up near the beginning of February or earlier. Please contact Chief, Michael Parker with any questions and/or to schedule an appointment to view the vehicles at 716-818-2809. Click Here for specs & photos MVA / Person Trapped Buffalo Firefighters responded thi afternoon for a report of a MVA at Court St & Franklin St. B-41 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA involving a police car & requested Rescue 1 to the scene for extrication of the officer. The victim was extricated in about 11 minutes. The officer's injuries are unknown at this time. December 29, 2008 1 Alarm: Buffalo Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Rosedale St. Engine 26 went on location with fire showing on the 1st floor venting out the front windows of a 2 1/2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 20 minutes. Dispatch Google View Working Fire: Brighton Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a bedroom fire on Loretta St. Brighton Engine 5 went on location reporting smoke showing from a bedroom. Brighton 9-1 reported to dispatch a working bedroom fire. Mutual Aid companies were Sheridan Park & Ellicott Creek (FAST). The fire was under control in about 10 minutes. Dispatch Google View Working Fire: Patchin Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Shero Rd. North Boston 9-2 went on location with fire through the roof of a 2 story dwelling. Mutual Aid companies were North Boston, Boston, Springville (FAST), Hamburg (fill in), & Langford (fill in). The fire was under control in about 1 hour 28 minutes. Dispatch Google View December 28, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this morning to investigate arching wires on Cornwall St. B-44 was notified enroute that several calls were received that there was now a structure fire and the balance of the 1st alarm was requested. Engine 37 went on location with fire showing from the attic. The fire was under control in about 28 minutes. Dispatch Google View MVA / People Trapped: Grand Island Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a MVA on Grand Island Blvd. Grand Island 9-1 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA head on collision with 3 people trapped. The victims were extricated in about 29 minutes. December 27, 2008 25th Anniversary Audio: The Buffalo Alarm Office announced a general call tonight at 2020hrs in honor of the 5 Firefighters who lost their lives 25 years ago. Click Here to listen. 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening to investigate smoke on Jersey St. Engine 37 went on location reporting heavy smoke on the 1st floor. B-44 requested the balance of the 1st alarm. Ladder 4 reported fire in the basement. The fire was under control in about 17 minutes. Dispatch Google View 25th Anniversary: Today marks the 25th anniversary of the North Division St explosion where 5 Buffalo Firefighters lost their lives when a propane tank exploded and leveled an entire city block. Video Audio 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Goodell St. B-44 went on location reporting a fire in the bedroom on the 2nd floor. B-44 further reportes a mattress fire in a bedroom. The fire was under control in about 9 minutes. December 26, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening to investigate an oven fire on Fennimore St. B-47 went on location reporting a kitchen fire and requested the balance of the 1st alarm to the scene. The fire was under control in about 11 minutes. Dispatch Google View 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Barton St. Engine 37 went on location with smoke showing. B-44 reported smoke from the eaves of a 2 1/2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 9 minutes. Dispatch Google View December 25, 2008 Video: I have received a video of Depew's fire tonight on Calumet St. The video is courtesy of Jim Lepard. Click Here Working Fire: Depew Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a chimney fire with extension on Calumet St. Depew 9-3 went on location reporting a working fire. Command reported fire in the attic and 2nd floor. Command ordered an emergency evacuation of the structure following a report the attic was fully involved and the roof was buckling. Mutual Aid companies were Bowmansville (FAST) & Lancaster (fill in @ Depew's North side station). Dispatch Photos Video Google View 1+ Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Hudson St. Engine 2 went on location reporting a working fire. B-44 reported heavy fire on the 1st floor of a 2 1/2 story frame. B56 reported extension from the 1st floor to the attic and requested additional equipment bringing Engine 21 & Ladder 5 to scene. The fire was under control in about 68 minutes. Dispatch Google View 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Goemble Ave. Engine 31 went on location with heavy smoke showing from a 1 1/2 story. B-43 reported fire through the roof and heavy smoke conditions & a partial roof collapse. B-56 ordered all companies out of the structure. The fire was under control in about 46 minutes. Dispatch Google View December 24, 2008 Injured Firefighter Update: I received an email with an update on the injured Alleghany County Firefighters. The 2 Cuba firefighters injured and hospitalized sunday in a building collapse returned home Tuesday nite. 12 Departments with about 75 vehicles paraded the boys back in town to the Cuba Fire station where over 200 fellow firefighter and friends welcomed them home. They still have a long road of recovery with Hughes having an 8 - 12 weeks recovery and Sweet ,who has to wear a neck brace for a minimum of 3 months and then be reevaluated. Tom Torpey, the Friendship Firefighter, has undergone 2 surgeries one on his neck and one placing a steel rod in his back has been upgraded from critical to serious condition and is still in the ICU at ECMC. Check out www.cfdsmokeeaters.com or www.wellsvilledaily.com for continuous updates of all three brave men. Fire Scene Photos December 22, 2008 Working Fire: Depew Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Woodlawn St. Depew 9-5 went on location reporting smoke showing from an unattached garage. The fire was under control in about 14 minutes. Dispatch MVA / Person Trapped: Snyder Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a MVA on the I-290 @ Main St. Snyder 5 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA- 1 rollover with a person trapped. The victim was extricated in about 14 minutes. Photos Firefighters Update: I received an email with condition reports from the Firefighters injured in Alleghany County yesterday. One Cuba Firefighter was treated at JMH and released. The other 3, 2 Cuba and 1 Friendship Firefighters, were transfered to ECMC for treatment. Of The 2 from Cuba , 1 has a neck injury and they both have some cracked and compressed vertabrae as well as various bruises and cuts. The 1 from Friendship had to undergo 6-8 hourse of sugery to repair a broken sternum and pelvis. December 21, 2008 Working Fire: Lawtons Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Marshfield Rd. Langford 9-3 went on location reporting a garage fully involved. Mutual Aid companies were Langford, North Collins, Mortons Corners (Tanker), Cattaragus Indian Reservation (Tanker), & Brant (Tanker). Dispatch 5 Firefighters Trapped: Friendship firefighter's where pressed into service just before 6am this morning, for a Strucuture Fire at a local Pizza Shop. First arriving Fire Chief requested a 2nd alarm with Mutual Aid departments from more than half of the County. Shortly into the incident there was a partial building collapse. Commanding Officers requested a third alarm with five firefighters trapped. FAST teams from the county where activated and removed the firefighters from the debris whrere awating ambulaces transported them to Jones Memorial Hospital. The condition of the firefighters is unknown at this time. Working Fire: Patchin Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Lower East Hill Rd. Boston 9-2 reported heavy smoke in the area while enroute and went on location reporting a working fire in a 3 car garage. Mutual aid companies were Boston, Colden, North Boston, & Springville (FAST). Dispatch Google View December 20, 2008 Pine Hill Election Results: The Pine Hill Hose Company #5 held their elections for their 2009 Firematic Officers on 12/3/08. Click Here for results 2 Alarm Fire: Forks Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a roof fire on Kennedy Rd. Forks 9 received an update enroute that a Highway Worker was reporting flames from the roof and requested automatic 2nd alarm to the scene. Forks Engine 1 reported fire showing from a vent shaf. Mutual Aid companies were U-Crest (Engine, Ladder), Depew (Engine), Bellvue (Engine), CD-132, South Line (FAST), & Rescue (fill in @ Forks). The fire was under control in about 40 minutes. Dispatch Google View Working Fire: Ellicott Creek Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Glenhaven Rd. Ellicott Creek 5-1 went on location with heavy smoke showing and reported a working fire. Command further reported fire in the kitchen with heavy smoke conditions. Dispatch Google View Christmasville Fire Truck Parade: The Lancaster Fire Museum held a Christmasville Fire Truck Parade tonight in the Village of Lancaster. Photos Video 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Dakota St. Ladder 7 went on location with smoke showing from the attic and further reported fire in the attic. B-47 reported fire out the rear at the roof level. The fire was under control in about 19 minutes. Dispatch Google View Hotel Fire: Hy-View Firefighters responded last night for a report of a fire on Transit Rd at the Clarion Hotel. Hy-View 9 went on location and requested the automatic 2nd alarm mutual aid companies to the scene. Mutual Aid companies were Main-Transit, Depew, Bowmansville, CD-132, & U-Crest (fill in @ Hy-View). Hy-View 9 reported a fire on the exterior wall on the 1st floor. December 19,2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Linview Terrace. B-47 went on location with smoke showing from the attic of 2 1/2 story frame. B-47 further reported fire in the cockloft of a 6 unit multi-family dwelling.The fire was under control in about 24 minutes & the cause is under investigation. Dispatch Google View December 17, 2008 Incident Photos: I just received a couple of photos from Marilla's 2 Alarm fire on Eldridge Rd this morning. Click Here Injured Firefighter Update: Marilla 3rd Assistant Chief George Gertz was injured today while attempting a rescue at a working fire on Eldridge Rd. The chief arrived on location reporting a working fire and alerting East Aurora dispatch he was entering the structure to attempt a rescue. The chief was caught in either a small explosion or backdraft and suffered burns to the face and hands. It turns out noone was in the residence upon arrival. Chief Gertz is listed in serious condition at ECMC at this hour. I wish him a speedy recovery. 2 Alarm Fire / Firefighter Down: Marilla Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Eldridge Rd. Marilla 9-3 went on location reporting a working fire with people trapped and he was going in for the rescue. Holland Medic 3 arrived on scene & assumed command and reported a Mayday for a Firefighter down and requested Rural/Metro to expedite for burns and respiratory comprimised. Mutual Aid companies were Jamison Road, Elma, East Aurora, Es-11, FC-1, Spring Brook (fill @ Jamison Road), Alden (fill @ Marilla), Twin District (fill @ Elma), East Seneca (fill @ Jamison Road), & Cowlesville (fill @ Marilla). As of this posting there is no word on the condition of the Firefighter who was transported to ECMC. Dispatch Google View Channel 4 w/video Working Fire: Village of Lancaster Firefighters responded last night for a report of a structure fire on Aurora St. Lancaster 9-2 went on location reporting smoke showing and a working fire. Dispatch Google View December 16, 2008 Fatal MVA: East Seneca Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a MVA at Transit Rd & Southwestern Blvd. Police were on location first reporting a driver unconcious and requested Fire & EMS to expedite. East Seneca 9 went on location reporting a trauma code and requested Mercy Flight to the scene, but were informed no HELO was available. The victim was pronounced at the scene. 2 Alarm Fire: Lake Erie Beach Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Long Beach Lane. Farnham 9 went on location reporting a fully involved structure. An automatic 2nd alrm mutual aid was dispatched. The mutual aid companies were Farnham, Angola, Brant, Highland Hose, Evans Center, ES-11, North Collins (fill in @ Brant), Cattaragus Indian Reservation (fill in @ Farnham), Eden (fill in @ Evans Center), & North Evans (standby covering North end of town). Dispatch Google View December 15, 2008 Video: I caught a response this evening of Bellvue & Doyle 2 responding to a report of smoke in the building on Old Union Rd. The video is the first arriving units going on location. Click Here Working Fire: Cattaragus Indian Reservation Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report if a structure fire on Mile Block Rd. Command went on location reporting a working fire. Mutual Aid companies were North Collins, Brant, & Eden (fill in @ North Collins). Working Fire: Kenilworth Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Highland Ave. Kenilworth 9 went on location with smoke showing from the front. Command further reported heavy black smoke in the basement of a 2 1/2 story duplex. Mutual Aid companies were Brighton (Engine), Kenmore (FAST), & Ellwood (fill in @ Kenilworth). The fire was under control in about 23 minutes. Dispatch Photos Google View Working Fire: Spring Brook Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Jamison Rd at Moog Industries Bldg #20. Dispatch alerted Spring Brook 9 that multiple phone calls were received reporting a working fire. Spring Brook 9 went on location with smoke showing inside the building and further reported a fire contained in a machine. Mutual Aid companies were Jamison Road, Reserve (FAST), East Seneca (fill in @ Spring Brook), & East Seneca (fill in @ Jamison Road). Dispatch 2 Alarm Fire: East Seneca Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Transit Rd. East Seneca 9 went on location with fire showing out the front windows and heavy smoke conditions & requested a FAST team. East Seneca 9-1 reported to command that Firefighters were backing out of the building due to a possible flash over. Mutual Aid companies were Blossom, Spring Brook, CD-133, Reserve (FAST), & Vigilant (fill in @ East Seneca). The fire was under control in about 20 minutes. Dispatch Google View Channel 4 w/video December 14, 2008 Chimney Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a chimney fire on Southside Pkwy. B-46 went on location with smoke showing inside the residence on the 2nd floor. Firefighters opened up the walls to find hotspots. The fire was under control in about 16 minutes and the total damages were $40,000. Dispatch Google View Jamison Road Election Results: The Jamison Road Fire Company held their elections for 2009. Click Here to view results. MVA / Person Trapped: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a MVA on the 2100 block of South Park Ave. Engine 4 went on location reporting a 3 car MVA head on collision. Ladder 10 requested Rescue 1 to the scene for extrication of 1 victim. It is unknown how serious the injuries were. Channel 4 w/photos MVA / Person Trapped: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a MVA at Jefferson Ave & Carlton St. Engine 21 went on location reporting a SUV vs Police Car MVA & the SUV on fire fully involved. E 21 also requested Rescue 1 & B-43 to the scene for extrication of 1 victim. The victim was extricated in about 15 minutes. Dispatch Rapids Election Results: The Rapids Fire Company held their annual elections for the 2009 year. Click Here to view results. December 13, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Lark St. Originally the dispatch sent Firefighters on Sydney St. B-56 was on location with fire on the 2nd floor venting out the windows of 2 story vacant dwelling. B-56 further reported fire on all floors and basement. Crews reported numerous holes in the floors and a Mayday was sounded when 2 firefighters fell. B-43 reported they fell down stairs and not through a hole in the floor. The fire was under control in about 36 minutes. Dispatch Google View Eggertsville Election Results: The Eggertsville Hose Company held their annual elections for the 2009 year. Click Here to view results Food Drive For The Needy: The Lackawanna Fire Department held it's 12th annual Food Drive For The Needy today. They delivered baskets of food & toys to families in Lackawanna. Photos 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on Gibson St. B-43 went on location with heavy fire venting out the front of a 1 1/2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 32 minutes and the cause is under investigation. Dispatch Google View Main Transit Election Results: The Main Transit Fire Department held their annual elections for the 2009 year. Click Here to view results MVA / Person Trapped: Main Transit Firefighters responded yesterday afternoon for a report of a MVA at Sheridan Dr & Saber Lane. Main Transit 9-1 went on location reporting a rollover MVA with 1 victim trapped. 2 Alarm Fire: Akron Firefighters responded yesterday afternoon for a report of smoke in the basement on Bloomingdale Rd. Akron 9 went on location reporting a house filled with smoke and requested a FAST team & 2nd alarm assignment. Command further reported a fire in the basement. Mutual Aid companies were Newstead, Clarence Center (FAST), & Clarence (fill in @ Akron). Dispatch Fatal Pedestrian Struck: Main Transit Firefighters responded early yesterday mornign for a report of a pedestrian struck on Essjay Rd. Main Transit 9-1 went on location reporting a trauma code. The patient was pronounced at an area hospital. Dispatch Channel 4 December 12, 2008 1+ Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a garage fire on Symphony Circle. B-44 went on location reporting fire in an attached garage extending into the 3 story house. B-56 assumed command and requested an additional Engine (19) to the scene. The fire was under control in about 15 minutes. The cause was careless use of a torch. Dispatch Google View Fire Department Elections: Rescue Hose Company in Cheektowaga held it's annual election and the results were; Joseph Bethge (President), Ed Schaefer (Vice President), Paul Lorefice (Secretary), Ronald Springer (Treasurer), Craig Drdul (Sgt at Arms), Richard Chojnacki (Chief), Richard Siejak ( Asst Chief), Mark Superczynski (Asst Chief), Sue Bull (EMS Captain), James Wilson (EMS Lt), & Tim Tryjankowski (Captain). Congratulations to all those elected. Working Fire: Cleveland Hill Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Beach Rd. Command went on location reporting a working fire. Snyder was the FAST team. I do not have audio for this call due to a computer malfunction. MVA / Rollover: City of Tonawanda Firefighters responded yesterday morning for a report of a MVA on Young St & Killewald St. Command went on location reporting a tractor trailer vs bridge embunkment with rollover. The truck load spilled keeping the road closed most of the day. Photos Multiple Car Accidents: Several Erie County Fire Departments responded this morning for reports of MVA's due to icy road conditions. No serious injuries were reported. Most noteable accidents were Woodlawn responded on Rte 179 near South Park for a 5 car MVA, Buffalo responded for a 4 car MVA on the Skyway @ Seneca St, Forks responded to a rollover MVA on Harlem @ Broadway, & Buffalo responded to an accident on Tift @ Union Ship Canal Rd involving a police car. MVA / Person Trapped: U-Crest Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a MVA at Genesee St & Dellwood Rd. Command went on location reporting a 2 car MVA with 1 person trapped. The victim was extricated in about 16 minutes. Forks responded mutual aid to the scene. 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Metcalfe St. Engine 32 went on location with heavy smoke showing from the 2nd floor. B-43 reported fire on the 1st floor with extension to the 2nd of a vacant 1 1/2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 16 minutes. Google View December 11, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this afternoon to investigate smoke coming from a vacant structure on Rother Ave. B-43 went on location with smoke showing from the 2nd floor rear of a 2 story frame & requested the balance of the 1st alarm to the scene. Fire was reported on the 2nd floor. The fire was under control in about 17 minutes. The cause is under investigation. Dispatch Google View Alert 2: BNIA Firefighters responded early this morning for an Alert 2 for an inbound plane with 31 people on board suffering flap problems. The plane landed without incident. December 10, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Geneva St. Engine 22 went on location reporting a working fire. B-43 assumed command and reported heavy fire in the rear of a 2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 18 minutes. Dispatch Google View 1+ Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Bird Ave. Engine 19 went on location with smoke showing and reported fire on the 1st floor & people trapped on the 2nd floor. B-44 assumed command and reported extension to the 2nd floor and a rescue in progress with an exposure on the #2 side an requested additional equipment bringing Engines 2, 36, & Ladder 2 to the scene. The fire was under control in about 15 minutes. Dispatch Google View Incident Photos: I received some photos from Brightons' fire on Cleveland Dr today. Click Here Working Fire: Brighton Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a structure fire on Cleveland Dr. Brighton 9 went on location reporting fire showing on all floors of a 1 1/2 story frame. Command further reported an exposure problem on the #2 side and the 1st floor fully involved ordering a defensive attack. An offensive attack was initiated and command ordered an emergency evacuation and head count. Mutual Aid companies were Sheridan Park, Ellwood (1 Engine), Ellicott Creek, Kenilworth (FAST), & Kenmore (fill in @ Brighton). The fire was under control in about 33 minutes. Dispatch Google View Photos MVA / Person Trapped: Wales Center Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a MVA on Hunters Creek Rd. Wales Center 9-1 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA with 1 car in a ditch and 1 victim trapped requiring extrication. The victim was extricated in about 19 minutes. Pedestrian Struck / Serious Injuries: Hamburg Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a pedestrian struck life status questionable on Buffalo St between Pleasant Ave & Union St. Hamburg 9-1 went on location requesting the road be closed and EMS to expedite to the scene. A MERS report confirmed the patient suffered serious injuries. Dispatch Fatal Pedestrian Struck: U-Crest Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a pedestrian struck on Genesee St. U-Crest 9-4 went on location reporting a victim in the roadway and a trauma code. The victim was pronounced at an area hospital. Dispatch Channel 4 Video: I have received video of Harris Hills' 2 Alarm fire on Foxwood Ln courtesy of HHVFC. Click Here Incident Photos: I have received more photos of Harris Hills' 2 Alarm Fire on Foxwood Ln courtesy of HHVFC. Click Here to view December 9, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Baitz Ave. B-46 went on location reporting smoke showing from the 2nd floor rear of a 1 1/2 story vacant. Engine 35 reported a small fire on the 2nd floor. The fire was under control in about 14 minutes. Dispatch Google View Rollover MVA: Evans Center Firefighters responded this afternoon for a report of a rollover MVA on Southwestern Blvd. Evans Center 9-1 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA 1 rollover & 1 Patient meeting trauma criteria. Incident Photos: I have received photos from Snyders fire on Frankhauser Rd on 11/29/08. To view album Click Here LODD: Lt. Rick H. Borkin, a 16-year veteran of the Thiensville Volunteer Fire Department, died Monday evening after experiencing respiratory problems during a training exercise... Click Here for full story Christmasville Fire Truck Parade: The LANCASTER FIRE MUSEUM is sponsoring a Christmasville Firetruck parade on Saturday, December 20th. @ 6:00pm! The parade will start at Lancaster High School, 1 Forton Dr. and continue down Central Ave. to West Main St. in the Village of Lancaster. Line up is at 5:00pm! Please be creative and decorate your trucks in the Christmas spirit, prizes will be awarded! Anyone interested in participating please contact Jerry Enser @ 206-0925 or by email bvfa27@yahoo.com ASAP! Incident Photos: I have received some photos from Harris Hills' 2 Alarm fire on Foxwood Ln on Sunday. Click Here to view December 8, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening to investigate smoke on Poultney Ave. Ladder 7 went on location requesting the balance of the 1st alarm. B-47 reported fire on the 1st floor. The fire was under control in about 11 minutes. Dispatch Google View Working Fire: Depew Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a structure fire on George Urban Blvd at the Kings Mart Food Store. Command went on location reporting a working fire and requested a FAST team to the scene. Mutual Aid companies were Hy-View (Engine) & Bowmansville (FAST). Google View Channel 4 w/video December 7, 2008 Apparatus Photo: I received a picture of the new Gowanda Truck 6 which was put in service a few weeks ago. Click Here 2 Alarm Fire: Harris Hill Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a garage fire on Foxwood Lane. Harris Hill 9-2 went on location reporting a fully involved house fire with vehicles inside & out involved and requested a 2nd alarm. Mutual Aid companies were Main Transit (Heavy Rescue), Bowmansville (Engine), East Amherst (FAST), & Clarence Center (Engine for fill in @ Harris Hill. The fire was under control in about 31 minutes. Dispatch Google View Photos Channel 4 w/video Photos2 2 Alarm Fire: Brant Firefighters responded late last night for a report of a barn fire on Milestrip Rd. Brant 9-2 went on location reporting a working barn fire well involved. Command further reported the barn fully involved and requested a 2nd alrm assignment. Mutual Aid companies were Farnham (full response), Angola (Ambulance, Ladder), Langford-New Oregon (Tanker), Lawtons (Tanker), Cattaragus Indian Reservation (Tanker), North Collins (Engine), Evans Center (FAST), Lake Erie Beach (Engine & Ambulance for fill in @ Brant), & Eden (Engine for fill in @ North Collins). Dispatch Google View December 6, 2008 Working Fire: Highland Hose Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a garage fire on Revere Rd. Highland Hose Engine 1 & North Evans 10 went on location reporting a working fire. Command reported a garage well involved. Mutual Aid companies were North Evans, Brant (Tankers), Eden (Engine), & Lake View (Engine). Dispatch Google View Grant Money: Round 14 of the 2008 AFG Grants were announced yesterday and Clarence Center received $47,500 & Lake View received $112,528. Click Here for full list December 5, 2008 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Foreman St. Engine 31 went on location with smoke showing from a 1 1/2 story frame. Ladder 14 reported fire in the basement & Engine 23 reported extension up the walls. Engine 31 reported 2 Firefighters fell through a hole on the 1st floor into the basement. No injuries were reported. The fire was under control in about 36 minutes & the cause is under investigation. Dispatch Google View MVA / Person Trapped: Town Line Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a MVA at Broadway & Ransom Rd. Town Line 9 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA with entrapment. The victim was extricated in about 16 minutes. December 4, 2008 New Advertiser: The Erie County Fire Wire would like to welcome our newest advertiser DeCarlo Emergency Enclosures. December 3, 2008 Working Fire: Scranton Firefighters responded today for a report of a detached garage fire threatening the residence on Lincoln Ave. Heavy fire upon arrival of first engine (Scranton #1) Assisting companies were Armor, Big Tree, Newton Abbott, & Hamburg. Homeowner was taken to ECMC for superficial burns to his arms and hands. Fire was brought under control in about 20 minutes. Google View MVA / Person Trapped: Vigilant Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a MVA at Union Rd & Main St. Vigilant 9 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA and extrication required. The victim was extricated in about 22 minutes Fatal Pedestrian Struck Buffalo Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a pedestrian struck at Main St & LaSalle Ave. Engine 34 went on location reporting 2 victims down and a hit n run. One adult victim suffered fatal injuries and one child also suffered serious injuries. December 2, 2008 Working Fire: Orchard Park Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a garage fire on Michael Rd. Orchard Park 9-1 went on location with a garage fully involved threatening the house. Crews were on location for about 1 1/2 hours. Dispatch Google View 1+ Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded early this morning for a report of a structure fire on Masten Ave. Engine 21 went on location with fire showing on the 1st floor of a 2 1/2 story vacant. B-44 reported the 1st floor fully involved and ordered defensive operation. B-56 requested additional equipment bringing Engine 33 to the scene for water supply. The fire was under control in about 1 hour 53 minutes. Dispatch Google View 1 Alarm Fire: Buffalo Firefighters responded late last night for a report of a structure fire on Hagen St. Ladder 14 went on location reporting a working fire & Engine 31 reported heavy fire on the 2nd floor of a 2 story frame. The fire was under control in about 18 minutes. The cause is listed as electrical. Dispatch Google View December 1, 2008 Working Fire: East Aurora Firefighters responded this evening for a report of a structure fire on Oakwood Ave at the Wallenweins Hotel. East Aurora 9-2 went on location reporting a working fire. Wales Center responded with a full company response as mutual aid to the scene. The fire was under control in about 32 minutes. Dispatch Google View MVA / Person Trapped: Lake View Firefighters responded this morning for a report of a MVA at Route 20 & White Oak Rd. Highland 9 went on location reporting a 2 car MVA with extrication required for 1. The victim was extricated in about 20 minutes. New Website: I received an email with a link to the new Kenmore Fire Department website. Click Here |
