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May 14, 2010 - Submitted by Chief Bill Schutt - Alabama FD
Alabama FD busy with extrication MVA's:
On May 2nd AFD was dispatched to a one car versus tree MVA on Sandhill road. The vehicle was on a steep incline requiring stabilization before extrication of two patients could begin. One patient was Mercy Flighted and the second was transported by ground. Alabama was assisted by Indian Falls and Pembroke along with Mercy Flight and Mercy Medics and the Sheriffs department and dispatchers.
On May 13th we were dispatched to a 2 vehicle MVA, car versus tractor trailer at the intersection of Lewiston road and Salt Works road. The tractor trailer was and oversize escorted load carrying a crane. One patient was extricated from the car and transported by Mercy Flight. Alabama units remained on scene for over six hours as crews worked to move the truck back on to the highway. Alabama was assisted by Mercy Flight, Mercy Medics, Oakfield 752, Indian Falls 653, Wolcottsville, and Shelby fire departments along with the NYS Police and Genesee County dispatchers. Additionally Pembroke and Indian Falls crews handled a second MVA in our district and the beginning of this call. PHOTOS
Our thanks goes out to all agencies and individuals for their assistance.
May 13, 2010 - Submitted by Mel Davis - Bethany V.F.D. EMS Captain
The Bethany Volunteer Fire Dept. will be hosting "EMS WELLNESS DAY" in honor of National EMS week, on May 22, 2010, from noon to 4:00 at the Bethany Community Center. Chicken BBQ from noon - 4:00, $7.00 presale or $8.00 at the door. Alexander, Stafford, and Wyoming FD's will be joining us. Free blood pressure checks, blood glucose screening (must fast 2 hrs. prior to screening), BMI check, Teddy Bear Clinic for the kids! Other agencies participating will be Town of Bethany, Genesee Co. Health Department, Gen. Co. Sheriff's Dept - offering free child fingerprinting, Office for the Aging, UMMC, Mercy Flight, Lake Plains Community Care Network, NYS State Police - offering free car seat inspections. Mercy Flight will land their helicopter and offer free viewing from 3:30 - 4:00 (weather permitting and based on availability). Countywide Ground School Training will commence at 4:00 pm. Please call Mel at 585-703-9410.
May 01, 2010 - Submitted by Josh Pfendler
The LeRoy FD visited the LeRoy Airport Monday night. This was a great opportunity to tour the facility and get a better understanding of the aircraft at the location. Manager Ray Detor took time to show us the safety concerns when working around the aircraft. PHOTOS
April 27, 2010 - Submitted by Chuck Hammon
Le Roy Ambulance is selling a 1997 Chevy Tahoe 4x4 with all emergency lighting equipment included. Below I have attached the craigslist posting.
http://rochester.craigslist.org/cto/1711327123.html
Chuck Hammon - Deputy Chief Paramedic
LeRoy Ambulance
1 Tountas Avenue
LeRoy, NY 14482
585.768.8612 Office,
585.768.2200 Fax
April 27, 2010 - Submitted by Steve Sharpe
The Genesee County Sheriff's Office is seeking applicants for a Part Time Emergency Services Dispatcher position. More information can be found at the following webpage:
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
http://www.co.genesee.ny.us/dpt/personnel/openpositions.html
Application packages are due by 9 AM May 17, 2010
Apply directly to Director Sharpe (info in posting document attached)
Required Items:
1. Genesee County Application from http://www.co.genesee.ny.us/dpt/personnel/application.pdf
2. Copy of Valid Driver's License Front and Back
3. Resume (no greater than 2 pages and no training certificates)
April 22, 2010 - Submitted by Dan Monaghan
Here are some pictures from the MVA on I-90 in LeRoy PHOTOS
April 22, 2010 - Submitted by Paul Cummings
I'm encouraging all Fire Departments and related sites to post this music video of a song I wrote entitled "That Firefighters Song" to help spread awareness of all our local hero's. LINK
April 22, 2010 - Submitted by webmaster of www.iaff1636.com
I'm writing to inform you that John Huntoon has passed away. He was a past Chief of the Elba FD, and retired as Chief from the Rochester International Airport Fire Dept. There will be a viewing and memorial service in Hilton on Saturday the 24th starting at noon. OBIT
April 17, 2010 - Submitted by Jay Lynch
On Saturday April 17 the Alexander Fire Department hosted an Escape Device demonstration and training session. The demonstration was conducted in an house at 10755 Sandpit Rd. that the department has been using for training. Departments from all over Genesee County participated and were able to try several devices. PHOTOS
April 16, 2010 - Submitted by Josh Pfendler
Past Chief Rick Bater was presented the Firefighter of the Year 2009 plaque from Chief Michael Sheflin during the Annual Awards Dinner April 10th. State Senator Michael Ranzenhofer and Assemblyman Steve Hawley presented special declarations from the State of New York. Rick was commended for his efforts and dedication to the department. Rick has 25 years experience and is a great asset to the community. Congratulations Rick!
1st Assistant Chief Tom Wood Sr. was presented the Chiefs Commendation Award from Chief Michael Sheflin. State Senator Michael Ranzenhofer and Assemblyman Steve Hawley presented special declarations from the State of New York. Tom was commended for his efforts during the dispatch consolidation project. His efforts allowed for a seamless transition from LeRoy Dispatch to Emergency Dispatch Center in Batavia. Well Done Tom!
Top responders for the year were Dave Ehrhart Sr., Dave Ehrhart Jr., Craig Johnson, Travis Hurd, and Tim Hogle. PHOTO
April 03, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
The Perry Fire Department will be hosting an AFG Workshop on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 6:30 pm at our Perry Firemen's Recreation Building located at 67 Buckland Avenue in Perry (this is in the Village Park).
Our Region 2 AFG Representative Point of Contact is David Gronsbell and he will be conducting the workshop.
Refreshments will be served. It is not necessary to register for the workshop.
For additional information contact: Deb Finkle 585-406-1073 INFO
April 03, 2010 - Submitted by GC Emergency Services
JOB POSTING:
Independent contractor to inspect residential sewer connections pursuant to Village codes. Job requires working directly with village residents and staff. Communication skills and experience in the building trades with a concentration in plumbing a must. Flexible hours. Must provide own transportation, proof of insurance and references.
Interested applicants are asked to contact:
The Village of LeRoy Clerk's Office,
3 West Main Street
LeRoy, New York 14482
Telephone: 585-768-2527.
March 29, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Here are the initial details for the Tri County (Orleans-Genesee-Niagara) Chief's show. DETAILS
March 27, 2010 - Submitted by Jay Lynch
On Friday March 26th. Pavilion Fire Department was dispatched for an unknown type fire at Hansen Aggregates on Route 63 in the Town of Pavilion. First arriving fire unites encountered a working fire in a 70 x 20 structure. Due to the great distance off the road a 1200' lay of LDH hose was required to get water to the fire ground. Fire units from Three County's assisted Pavilion in this early morning fire. PHOTOS
March 25, 2010 - Submitted by Mike Secor
The East Amherst Fire Department is looking to sell its current chief's vehicle along with an EMS flycar. CHIEF FLYCAR
March 19, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
The Tri County (Orleans-Genesee-Niagara) Chief's Equipment show date has been set, it is scheduled for August 14th 2010 at the Orleans County Fairgrounds. More details will follow.
March 13, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
REMINDER: Daylight Saving Time this weekend. At 2:00 AM Sunday morning, Daylight Saving Time begins. Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead 1 hour.
March 06, 2010 - Submitted by Chief Bob Wilson
The South Byron Volunteer Fire Co. has a surplus gurney free to any fire dept or rescue squad. Contact Chief Bob Wilson at (585) 409-5990
February 27, 2010 - Submitted by Joshua Pfendler
The LeRoy Fire Department held Volunteer Days at the station February 20th and 21st. This was done in connection with the Disney Give a Day Get a Day program. Volunteers from the area started the day learning about the Department and were given a detailed tour of the apparatus. They were then split into teams to work on various tasks at the station. The tasks included washing and waxing trucks, cleaning gear and hose, constructing training props and much more. We received a lot of positive feedback from the program and got a ton of work done. Everyone who completed will receive one free ticket to any Disney Theme Park during the 2010 season. PHOTOS
Additional days are scheduled for the public on March 6th and 27th.
February 27, 2010 - Submitted by Barbara Hendershott - Alabama FD
Alabama Volunteer Fire Dept is hosting their annual Chicken BBQ on March 21st at the Alabama Recreation Hall on Judge Road. Serving at Noon. Contact Barbara E Hendershott at 948-9274 or
February 24, 2010 - Submitted by Bill Boyd (LAFIRELINE.NET)
There will be a Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Howard Ayers to offset his medical expenses. DETAILS
February 22, 2010 - Submitted by Brenda Swiatowy - Pembroke Fire Co.
It is that time again this year that the Pembroke Volunteer Fire Company will be hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 10am. Attached you will find a flyer that you can post or pass along to anyone that may be interested. Because of your support last year, we are looking forward to making this the biggest Easter Egg Hunt yet. FLYER
Easter plants will be available on the day of the Easter Egg Hunt (first come first serve) or you may pre-order by calling Gert at (585)599-3583 or just reply back to this email.
February 17, 2010 - Submitted by Chief Bob Wilson - South Byron Fire Co.
The South Byron Fire Co. Will Be hosting the following training; April 19th at 7pm RG&E training and on May 17th at 6:30pm Mercy Flight training. Please contact Chief Wilson 585-409-5990 or 585-548-2611if planning on attending for numbers purpose.
February 13, 2010 - Submitted by Chief Bob Wilson - South Byron Fire Co.
The South Byron Volunteer Fire Company has for sale their Bingo Equipment which includes a computerized Bingo Console, three display boards plus misc. Equipment. For more information please Contact Chief Bob Wilson 585-409-5990. PHOTOS
February 7, 2010 - Submitted by Ken Keirn - Morton Asst Chief
The Morton Fire Department has a light bar for sale. PRICE REDUCED INFO
February 7, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Several departments from Genesee, Orleans and Monroe Counties were called in to assist Byron with a structure fire at 6137 Merrill Road. With temperatures in the mid teens, wind and lack of hydrants in the area, firefighters were faced with a challenge. PHOTOS
February 4, 2010 - Submitted by Ron Hunt - Town of Batavia FD.
The Town of Batavia Fire Department has a 1989 brush truck for sale. DETAILS
January 29, 2009 - Submitted by Tim Yaeger - GCEMO
The Victor Fire Department will be hosting a two day grant writing seminar taught by Kurt Bradley of Homeland Defense Grants on February 6th and 7th, 2010. FLYER For additional information or to register go to www.hdgrants.com or follow the link below:
http://www.hdgrants.com/courses/2009courses/Grants-Writing-Best-Practices-Training.htm
January 28, 2009 - Submitted by Tim Yaeger - GCEMO
SAVE THE DATE - The 2nd Annual Norm Koch Golf Tournament will be held on June 19th 2010. FLYER
January 27, 2010 - Submitted by Jay Lynch (Photos and audio)
On Tuesday, January 26th., Bethany Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a house fire at 5823 East Bethany Le Roy Rd in the Town of Bethany. First arriving fire units encountered heavy smoke and flames from the back of the house with two exposures in close proximity.
Departments assisting Bethany were Alexander, Pavilion, Le Roy, Stafford, City of Batavia, Town of Batavia, Bergen, Wyoming, Genesee County Emergency Management and Genesee County Sheriff Department. PHOTOS
January 22, 2010 - Submitted by Ken Keirn - Morton Asst Chief
The Morton Fire Department has a light bar for sale. INFO
January 21, 2010 - Submitted by Jay Lynch
On Sunday January 17, Pavilion Fire Department was dispatched for a possible house fire at 11072 Route 19 in the Town of Pavilion. First arriving fire units encountered smoke from the structure and requested a second alarm. An aggressive fire attack was able to keep the damage to the Washer Dryer area of the home. Departments assisting Pavilion were Bethany, Stafford, Le Roy, Alexander, Town of Batavia, Leicester, York, Perry, Perry Center, Wyoming, Genesee County Emergency Management and Genesee County Sheriff Department. PHOTOS
January 09, 2010 - Submitted by Ben Flansburg
Barre Fire Company (Orleans County) has a pumper for sale. Questions or interest for the truck please contact Chief Tom Bentley at 585-350-8352. FLYER
January 04, 2010 - Submitted by Jay Lynch, Photos by Jay Lynch & Ralf Kurzowski
On Saturday January 2nd, Bethany Fire Department, Under the direction of Chief Jeff Wolak conducted interior fire training using the old structure at 9417 Bethany Center Rd in the Town of Bethany. The structure has been used on several occasions by area fire departments for training in all aspects of firefighting. At the conclusion of today's interior training the home was used in a live burn exercise. The temperature on the fire ground at the time of the drill was 8 very cold degrees. Departments participating in the days training were Bethany, Alexander, Pavilion, Stafford, Town of Batavia and Genesee County Emergency Management. PHOTOS
December 22, 2009 - Submitted by Jay Lynch
On Saturday December 19th., Bethany and Pavilion firefighters spent the afternoon conducting Ventilation and Ladder handling training. The old structure on Bethany Center Rd in the Town of Bethany has been used by several departments in the passed weeks and has given the firefighters the opportunity to train in a controlled and safe environment. PHOTOS
December 22, 2009 - Submitted by Bill Streicher
The North Java FD (Wyoming Cnty) has two 1995 Pumpers for sale. DETAILS
December 15, 2009 - Submitted by Chief Robert Wilson - South Byron FD
The South Byron Volunteer Fire Co. has taken receipt of a 2009 Crimson pumper/tanker from West Field Sales & service. It has a 5 man cab with 4 SCBA seats, 1250 GPM pump and 2750 Gallons of water, a 3,000 gallon Porta-Pond, rear dump, and will carry 1,000 feet of large diameter hose. It has 2 pre-connected cross lays, an 1¾" the other will be 2½". The pump is also plumbed with a rear suction and a large diameter discharge. PHOTO
December 15, 2009 - Submitted by Chief Robert Wilson - South Byron FD
The South Byron Vol. Fire Co. is selling a 1984 Ford Tanker, 2000 gal water, 500 gpm Hale pump, 2 cross lays 1 pre-connected, 4” jet dump, 225 hp diesel engine, stainless steel elliptical tank. Asking $21,000 contact Chief Robert Wilson 585-548-2611. PHOTO
December 15, 2009 - Submitted by Tim Yaeger - GCEMO
Past Chief William Dugan Funeral Arrangements DETAILS
December 14, 2009 - Submitted by Bruce Ross - Indian Falls Fire Dept.
The Pembroke Fire District took delivery of a new truck on Monday, December 8th. The new truck is 2009 pumper tanker on a Peterbuilt chassis with a 2,100 gallon tank capacity along with 60 gallons of on board in tank foam and 1250 GPM pump. The truck will carry a number of tools including 6 SCBA, 8 extra bottles, 48 feet in ground ladders, various hand tools, hard suction, and a 4,000 gallon port a pond. This new apparatus replaces our old well outdated 1978 International Tanker that held only 1,800 gallons of water, and did not have the ability to carried any other equipment. The truck was built by Rosenbauer at there South Dakota facility and sold through Empire Emergency Apparatus out of Niagara Falls. The truck will be stationed at the Indian Falls Fire Station and is numbered Engine 82. PHOTOS
November 26, 2009 - Submitted by Carl Bourke - WNYEVS
Western New York Emergency Vehicle Solutions is pleased to announce they are open for business to install Emergency Vehicle Lighting and Warning Equipment. DETAILS
November 25, 2009 - Submitted by Webmaster
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving Day.
November 25, 2009 - Submitted by Allan Smith - Hamlin Fire Dept.
The Hamlin Fire District has a Low Power TNT Tool for sale. DETAILS
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