December 18, 2010 - Submitted by Marc Budziszewski
I am an asst. fire chief at the Terry's Corners VFC in Niagara county. I currently have 3 used Code3 MX7000 light bars for sale. all have red lenses. I was hoping you would be able to create a post to put up on your website to help me sell these since it is the election season and there might be some new chiefs that don't have the right equipment. If there are any questions i will be happy to answer them via email (mbudziszewski@terryscorners.com). All lights work, may need a new bulb or flasher. I will sell them for $175/ea. or best offer. PICS

December 18, 2010 - Submitted by Sean Crotty
2011 Lake Effect Firefighter Ski Race Announced "Downhill Skiing to Support an Uphill Climb"

Brother and Sister Firefighter,
The present and future of our heritage as firefighters lies in the youths that are approaching the age of adolescence. The role we play as firefighters and mentors is to nurture, train and attempt to instill the best examples possible. Being a proactive part of the Western New York Community, the North Boston Fire Company has joined an alliance with the Kids Escaping Drugs Campaign for the 13th Annual HoliMont SkiScape/ Lake Effect Firefighters Ski Race on Sunday, January 2, 2011 from 8AM-4:30PM at the HoliMont ski resort in Ellicottville, NY.

The Kids Escaping Drugs Campaign was created in 1987 with the sole purpose to raise, manage and distribute funds for the development and support of facilities, education and prevention programs for adolescents and their families in Western New York suffering from alcohol and drug dependency/addiction.

This event promises to accomplish many goals, the most significant being the camaraderie and public interaction with the proud tradition of the fire service, while raising funds to help curb an out of control epidemic that directly affects our livelihood as firefighters.

So, mark the date now, and please tell 100 of your closest friends! If you don't have a team of 4, call on neighbors for mutual aid, or register single and we will place you in a team. Come join hundreds of firefighters from all over WNY, Southern Ontario, Rochester and the Hudson Valley in competing in this years Lake Effect Firefighter Ski Race!

What could be more fun then to see four firefighters wearing full protective equipment, on skis, linked together by carrying a 50ft length of
1 3/4" hose through a race course? Fastest Team wins and spills are frequent.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Registration Form Download on www.northbostonfire.com  (Complete list of rules will be furnished upon registration)

Donation for each team member is $60 which provides:
¢Lift ticket to ski at HoliMont ($55 value) ¢Bag of goodies ¢Continental Breakfast ¢Entry to compete in Ski Race ¢Long Sleeve ¢Tee shirt ¢Buffet Lunch ¢Apres Ski Party For more details visit www.northbostonfire.com. Any questions should be directed to Sean Crotty at LakeEffectFirefighterSkiRace@verizon.net or Christina Kruzer at the Kids Escaping Drugs office at (716) 827-9462 x307.

See you on the slopes!

December 18, 2010 - Submitted by Carl Bourke
Attention newly elected Fire Officers. WNY Emergency Vehicle Solutions is offering a
special on all equipment and installations. 25% OFF the final price of equipment and installation FLYER

December 08, 2010 - Submitted by David Klatt (Mercy Flight)
EMT-Paramedic F/T and Per-diem positions available at Batavia, NY Base of Operations, for Mercy EMS Ambulance Service. There are a limited number of positions available, so don’t delay in applying. Competitive wages (Starting wages are from $15.00/hr – $17.00/hr depending on commercial or municipal EMS experience), plus company benefits – offering health/dental insurance, 401K retirement & vacation time. Visit website www.mercyflight.org to get an application or send resume to Mercy Flight HR Dept., 100 Amherst Villa Rd., Buffalo, NY 14225.

November 12, 2010 - Submitted by Chuck Hammon
LeRoy Volunteer Ambulance is selling a 2003 Ford E350 Road Rescue UltraMedic. DETAILS

November 06, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
REMINDER: It's that time of year again! Don't forget to turn back the clocks back 1 hour. This takes effect at 2:00AM on November 7th.

November 06, 2010 - Submitted by Bill Schutt
Mercy Flight will be selling holiday wreaths to support our mission. These 24" fresh wreaths are decorated with pine cones and a bow for only $17.50/each. They are homemade by individuals at Opportunities Unlimited.

Please contact Samantha Ryan at sryan@mercyflight.org or 626-4100 ext 308 to place your order. She will call you back to arrange payment – credit cards are accepted. We must submit all orders and payments by 3pm on 11/18. Ordered wreaths will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, 12/7 and Wednesday 12/8 from 4-7pm at our hangar by the Buffalo Airport. We can also have yours delivered to our Batavia base for pick-up there if you prefer.

October 22, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
On October 21st at 23:03 Hours, Hulberton with automatic assist from Holley for the Ladder and Albion for the FAST was dispatched for the possible structure fire at A&M automotive on Fancher Road at Rt. 31 with explosions. Another update reported a vehicle into the building, followed by another update of several vehicles on fire. In the end, the building was not involved, what did happen was a vehicle traveling Eastbound on 31 failed to stop for the sign at the extension to Fancher Road, taking out the stop sign and struck a parked tow truck located outside the fence. The impact moved the tow truck into the fenced in are and in close proximity to other vehicles. A fire then erupted spreading to two boats and two other vehicles. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Additional support was called in from Clarendon, Albion and Kendall. Thanks to all that helped with this incident.  PHOTOS

October 20, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Shortly before 11:00PM tonight, Kendall Ambulance, Monroe ALS and Morton Fire responded for the rollover MVA on County Line just north of Kenmore Rd. 2C51 went on location confirming a vehicle on its roof. Due to no occupant in the vehicle, the ambulances were cancelled and assignment was held to 218. Morton stood by at the scene until the vehicle was righted and removed. Investigation was turned over to the  State Police. Also assisting were Monroe County Sheriff and Orleans County Sheriffs Office. PHOTOS

October 14, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Earlier this evening, Holley Fire Department was dispatched for the Fumes inside a residence at 35 Frisbee Terrace. Further investigation found fumes (possibly paint thinner) emanating from the sewer. After monitoring LEL & CO, Holley 2 made the decision to call Clarendon (1 Rescue) and Hulberton (1 Pumper) to respond in service and stage in the former Jubilee parking lot. Various locations were monitored periodically. After approval from the sewer treatment plant, trucks were placed at various manholes and simultaneously vented and flushed the sewer system for a period of time. Operations were ceased and readings again taken. Readings were within acceptable limits and assignment was placed in service. The DEC was notified and arrived at the scene to investigate. He will return in the morning to work with treatment plant personnel for further action.

October 13, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Carlton Fire Company and COVA were dispatched for the vehicle in the ditch MVA at 2176 Gaines Road. Arriving units found a vehicle with the front end into ditch. Both occupants of the vehicle were checked out by COVA and signed off on medical. Fire went back in service, OC Sheriff remained on scene for the tow truck and investigation. PHOTOS

October 13, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Holley Fire, Ambulance and Monroe responded Oct 7th for the rollover MVA on Lynch Road  just east of the railroad tracks. Upon arrival, a van was found overturned in the ditch on the south side and no occupants found. FD stayed on scene until the vehicle was loaded onto a flatbed. OC Sheriff is investigating. PHOTOS

October 09, 2010 - Submitted by Pete Toenniessen
The Brighton Fire Company (Erie County) is selling their Rescue 1. DETAILS

October 07, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
A On October 4th at approximately 9pm, a driver of a pick-up truck failed to stop at the end of Norway Road and plunged several feet out into Lake Ontario. The driver then exited the vehicle, climbed onto shore and reported the incident to Orleans County Fire Control. Orleans County Sheriffs were dispatched along with the Kendall Fire Department Ambulance. 2C31 also responded and requested a Morton response to check out the vehicle for other occupants and to assist in the vehicle recovery. Kendall EMS personnel checked out the patient who was released with little injury.

Morton Rescue 218 responded and set-up lighting, Squad 217 responded with water rescue equipment and Engine 215 responded with additional resources. 2C21 assumed operations command.

A water rescue team was established under the direction of 2C31 and entered the Lake to verify there were no other occupants and then assisted the towing company in securing cables to remove the vehicle up an embankment onto solid ground. PHOTOS

October 01, 2010 - Submitted by Carl Bourke
With the recent change in legislation allowing blue lights in the rear of emergency response vehicles, I would like to take the opportunity to offer my services. Attached is information explaining a sale my company is offering. DETAILS

October 01, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Honeoye Falls is selling their 565 Truck. DETAILS

September 22, 2010 - Submitted by Ralf Kurzowski
Last night Carlton was dispatched for the MVA involving a car and a tractor on Eagle Harbor Road-Waterport Road near the Hanlon Road Extension.  Arriving units found a tractor in the ditch on it's side and a mini-van in the roadway with extensive frontal damage. Three occupants of the van were treated at the scene and transported to Strong Hospital by ground ambulance. Mercy Flight was initially placed on "airborne standby" but was not used. Other agencies assisting Carlton were Barre, Albion, COVA and Medina Ambulance. The accident is under investigation. PHOTOS

September 12, 2010 - Story & photos by Jerry Clement
The ECD was notified of smoke coming from a home at 3848 Lake Road from a passerby who noticed the smoke condition. The Brockport Fire Department was dispatched at 11:06 AM. 2C13 and 2C23 arrived on scene at 11:12 and 2C13 confirmed a working fire, and then updated the incident to a working cellar fire. Five children and a parent who were in the structure were advised of the fire and evacuated from the building.

Engine 2325 arrived at 11:13 and positioned in front of the structure. Engine 232 dropped a supply line and proceeded to a hydrant north of the structure. Truck 231 positioned in the driveway of the structure and raised the aerial for roof operations. All Brockport apparatus responded with manpower and equipment.

On the report of a working fire, Hamlin was requested with an engine, Holley with a quint for RIT operations and Morton with a rescue as the air unit. All three mutual aid companies supplied additional manpower companies. An aerial from Spencerport and engines from Bergen and Clarendon filled-in to cover the Brockport response area.

An initial exterior attack was made through a basement window and then Brockport fire fighters entered the basement from the exterior of the structure. The firefighters had to move the line through a kitchen, make a 90 degree turn down a narrow hallway to reach the room of origin thorough heavy smoke conditions. This was accomplished and the fire was knocked down. A second line was charged and a second Brockport company relieved the initial crew and cleared the basement of smoke and confirmed there was no extension.

Following fire investigation, firefighters completed overhaul and all companies returned to service at approximately1:30 PM. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. PHOTOS

September 1, 2010 - Story & photos by Ralf Kurzowski
Albion Fire Department and COVA Ambulance responded early this evening for the MVA with one vehicle reported on it's roof at Eagle Harbor Road and Route 104. Fire control updated possibly three cars involved including the property owners. All vehicles were off the road and with the Eagle Harbor Road bridge being closed, the decision was made to allow traffic to pass. Mercy Flight was requested and responded with a 13 minute ETA to the landing zone approximately one half mile east of the scene. COVA transported one patient to Medina Memorial by and the other injured patient to the landing zone where the patient was then  transferred to Mercy Flight for transport to Strong Memorial. Both patients condition were not available. PHOTOS

August 16, 2010 - Submitted by Ralf Kurzowski
Here are some pictures from the Monroe County Chief's Show. PHOTOS

August 16, 2010 - Submitted by Ralf Kurzowski
Here are some pictures from Kendall FD's MVA with the pole/wires down on Transit Rd. PHOTOS

August 15, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
It would be greatly appreciated if you could help the Smoke, Flames and Courage event to be held at the Port of Rochester on August 28th and 29th. To assist in doing so, please find the following attachments: ATT-1 ATT-2 ATT-3 ATT-4

1. An information packet for your review
2. A one page note on why Smoke, Flames and Courage supports firefighters
3. Our poster - Perhaps you could display the poster on the website until the end of the month
4. A weekly update you might post as "Smoke, Flames and Courage Update" - I will send a new one each week.

Thank you for your support.

Jerry Clement
17063 Norway Heights
Kendall, NY 14476
585-260-2253

August 15, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
PLEASE NOTE: I am making changes to how the training schedule is posted. There are several reasons the main is simplicity in maintaining multiple websites using one source file. Changes you will see are multiple county training listings with the host site being on top. For example, The Orleans site will have Orleans followed be neighboring counties. The Genesee site will have Genesee training listed first followed by neighboring counties, and so on and so forth. Clicking on any hyperlinked class title will take you to that host county website for full class details, including the correct EMO office to call for scheduling. Another change is any STATE classes will be listed in red, EMS classes in green and all other such as county offered or other FD offered classes in light blue. I hope these changes will make it easier for you as well as for me.

My plan is to do the same for the events page as well. Any questions or problems, please drop me an email. Thanks, Ralf.

August 14, 2010 - Submitted by Michael Gross - Hamlin FD Captain
Good afternoon everyone, I saw this post from Fire-Rescue-International about live extrication of electric vehicle. It will be the Chevy Volt on Thursday August 26. I'm just sending it out if anyone is interested in watching the demo on-line. DETAILS

August 10, 2010 - Submitted by Ralf Kurzowski
 REMINDER: The Orleans-Genesee-Niagara County Chief's Equipment Show will be held on August 14th at the Orleans County Fairground. Show is from 10:00 til 15:00.  Code 4 Fire Rescue will be demonstrating some of their tools on vehicles, IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO TRY THESE TOOLS ON VEHICLES, YOU MAY PARTICIPATE BUT WILL NEED TO BRING YOUR OWN TURNOUT GEAR.

July 29, 2010 - Submitted by Ralf Kurzowski
The Orleans-Genesee-Niagara County Chief's Equipment Show will be held on August 14th at the Orleans County Fairground. Show is from 10:00 til 15:00. The show is free to the public and all Fire/EMS agencies. I am looking for some help on Saturday the 14th if you would like to assist. Please contact me using the email links page. FLYER

July 29, 2010 - Submitted by Mark Cholach
The Monroe County Chief's Steak Roast & Equipment Show will be held on August 11th at the Monroe County Fairground Dome Arena. Show starts at 15:00, dinner from 17:00 to 19:00. The show is free and ticket information for dinner is on the attached sheet. FLYER

July 26, 2010 - Submitted by Mike Horton - Gainesville FD
The Gainesville FD is selling their Rescue Sled & ATV. DETAILS

July 23, 2010 - Story and photos by Webmaster
Early this morning the Holley PD doing a routine drive on the canal bank found a bicycle, beer cans, fishing poles and other articles. While finding no persons this initiated a search for a person(s). It was noted earlier in the evening there were two individuals in that area, so the search became more involved. Holley Fire responded with their boat as well as requests for additional boats from Hulberton, Brockport and Carlton. Clarendon was requested for the ARGO off Road vehicle. The State Police helicopter was also requested for aerial support. Heavy rains during the search hampered efforts and several departments were released. Divers were to start a search at daybreak. It is reported that the owner of said articles returned this morning to retrieve them. He had left them there last evening due to rain. PHOTOS WHEC

July 21, 2010 - Submitted by Sue Behrend
The American Legion ceremony will hold a 9-11 ceremony on Saturday September 11th this year. We will be having the morning ceremony at 10am and also a 6pm ceremony at Bullard park. FLYER

July 19, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Barre Fire Company was dispatched for a barn fire with exposure to a house and second barn. A tanker operation was put into place due to distance from hydrants. At the same time, Brockport was working a house fire on Brockport Spencerport road east of Sweden Walker Road using a vast amount of resources from the east battalion. More details will be forthcoming. PHOTOS

July 19, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
The Brockport Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on the Brockport Spencerport Road, just east of the Sweden Walker Road; The ECD receiving several calls reporting the alarm. FULL STORY & PICS

July 18, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
Kendall Fire, along with Morton for an engine and a rescue, Holley for a Quint and Hamlin for a FAST Team were dispatched this morning for a structure fire on Kenmore Road, just east of the village. Kendall One arrived and declared a working fire. FULL STORY & PICS

July 10, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Here are some pictures from the Kendall Parade last night. PHOTOS

July 06, 2010 - Submitted by Craig Basinait
Barre Fire Company Chicken BBQ Saturday July 18th
12-4pm or sold out, Tickets: $7.50 pre-sale or $8.00 at the door
Contact any Barre fireman for tickets or Craig Basinait @716-474-1332

July 03, 2010 - Submitted by Jason Spencer - Impac Photography
Carlton and COVA responded 19:55 hrs July 2nd for a 13 yr old female that fell and received compound fractures to both forearms. Due to the extent of her injuries, she was transported by Mercy Flight. PHOTOS

July 03, 2010 - Submitted by Ken Keirn
Paul Cumming and the Cross Roads Project will be performing at the Kendall Firemen's Filed on Saturday August 28th from 6PM til 10PM. Gates will open at 5PM. See FLYER for full details.

July 03, 2010 - Submitted by Mike Vanderlaan - Erie County FW
I have organized the 1st Annual WNY Emergency Services Appreciation Day at Darien Lake on September 11, 2010 from Noon to 10pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $13 for Children.
All proceeds are going to charities to benefit Firefighters & Families in WNY FLYER

July 03, 2010 - Submitted by Pat Eick - EMO
EMT-Basic Original Class starts August 23, 2010, 7 PM at COVA Base
EMT Refresher Class starts August 16, 2010, 7 PM COVA Base
EMT-Basic CME Based Pilot Recert. Class starts August 16, 2010, 7 PM COVA Base
Certified First Responder Original Class – February 2011
Certified First Responder Refresher Class – February 2011

July 02, 2010 - Submitted by Jared Thompson
Albion Fireflies Make Comeback - 06/27/2010;
The Albion Fire Department's Drill Team, The Fireflies, made a comeback today by participating in the North Greece Fire Department's Drill Team Tournament. They participated in the 3 Man Ladder, Efficiency, Bucket events and made it well known that they are back in action!

June 25, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
A passerby noted a heavy odor of ammonia in front of Allied Frozen Storage on State Street and called 911. STORY & PHOTOS

June 25, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster...... Congratulations Amber !!!
The 2010 class at Kendall High School didn't need a motivational message about pushing through hardship during Friday's commencement. FULL STORY

June 25, 2010 - Submitted by Chief Rob Patterson
The Gainesville Fire Department & Rescue Squad (Wyoming County) will hold the 7th Annual Car Show on September 11th, 2010 DETAILS

June 12, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Here are some (92) pictures from the Strawberry festival Parade earlier today and a few miscellaneous shots. PHOTOS

June 11, 2010 - Submitted by Morton Fire Co.
Morton Fire Co. is having a Chicken BBQ on June 13th Noon till Gone, located at Morton Fire Hall on 1094 Monroe Orleans County Line Road, Morton, N.Y. $8.00/dinner Half Chicken, salad, salt potatoes, roll, and cookie, Contact Craig for further info or details (585) 690-4548

May 31, 2010 - Submitted by Bryan Zinkievich
On May 29th, East Shelby responded for the reported dryer fire, that possibly spread to the structure on Rt. 31(West Lee Rd.). First units on location encountered smoke from the structure and requested one pumper from Shelby precautionary. Units stretched a line into the rear door and knocked down the fire. Firefighters performed overhaul and ventilated the house. PHOTOS

May 30, 2010 - Submitted by SFI Larry Babcock
On May 26th and 28th a Tanker Operations class was held at the Medina Fire Dept taught by State Fire Instructor Larry Babcock. The purpose of the class was to review the basics of tanker operations and new techniques for improving tanker operations and efficiency. The program started out with 3 hours of classroom that review case studies of tanker operations at fires along with the proper set up of both the fill site and the off loading or dump sites and how to improve their efficiency. Also other uses for the tankers were talked about.

The class concluded with the hands on evolutions of setting up the dump site with the draft engine at the “scene” being supplied by 3 dump tanks on the ground and supplying water to the Quint for master stream operations. A fill site with 2 Engines drafting from the Erie Canal and supplying LDH to the manifolds for tanker filling operations was established at ACME manufacturing. During the evolution water was flowed for 2 hours with the water being delivered to the dump site via 8 tankers. The dump site or “scene” was the old Fisher Price complex. For 2 hours the flow at the scene ranged from 960 GPM to 1220 GPM with water NEVER being lost at the scene. PHOTOS

Everyone involved with the class learned a lot and learned that if the situation is there it can be done to supply a master stream with a tanker operation and NOT run out of water.

Departments that supplied equipment for the class were:

Medina Quint
Shelby Tanker
Ridgeway Tanker
Lyndonville Tanker
Kendall Tanker and Engine
Barre Tanker
Hulberton Tanker
Carlton Engine
Middleport Engine
Barker Tanker
Oakfield Tanker

May 28, 2010 - Submitted by John Totter
The WNYVFA convention will be held in the Town of Wheatfield and hosted by the Shawnee Fire Company, July 21 - 24, 2010. Your department should have already received various mailings for the convention and for various events happening throughout the convention. For further details and contacts please see the page at www.facebook.com.

May 24, 2010 - Submitted by Dave Knapp
Orleans County Firemen's Association Organization & Informational Meeting to be held on Tuesday June 15th at 7:00PM at the EMO Office. Questions should be directed to Dave.

May 22, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
The Morton Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on the Lake Ontario Parkway, in the westbound lane, west of the County Line Road. The Kendall Fire Department ambulance was also dispatched on the alarm along with Monroe ALS.

The driver of a pick-up truck had driven the pick-up off the south side of the roadway, struck a guardrail and traveled along the railing of the County Line Road Parkway bridge coming to a stop past the bridge on its side. 2C31 arrived on the scene and reported a vehicle on it side, the driver trapped and placed Mercy Flight on stand-by.

Morton’s Rescue 218, Engine 215 and Squad 217 arrived on scene along with Kendall 60 and Monroe ALS. Morton firefighters were able to remove the windshield freeing the driver to exit the truck. Injuries were determined to be minor and Mercy Flight was cancelled. PHOTOS

May 17, 2010 - Submitted by Fred Piano - C.O.V.A.
The big 5^th annual COVA open house will be held Friday May 21st 2010. All are invited. There will be fire and EMS equipment from around the county Mercy flight will be landing around 6:00pm if available. New this year are child safety inspections. As always hamburgers and hot dogs will be served. Fun for the whole family starting around 5:30pm. Hope to see you all there.

May 08, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
The Orleans County Training Awards Brunch was held today at the Fancher-Hulberton-Murray Fire Hall. In addition to the recipients of this years training awards, also present were some of the Orleans County Legislature and Senator Maziarz. PHOTOS

NOTE: Photos shown are greatly reduced in size for publishing on the web. If you would like a larger photo without the watermark for your department, please email me with the reference number which can be found by placing your mouse over the picture.

April 18, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
Every village fire department worries about the dreaded block fire in their downtown area. That concern was played-out in Brockport last evening when an aerial ladder, three engines and a rescue were quickly on the scene of a report of smoke in a building in a Brockport downtown section. An interior line was quickly stretched and 2 plugs connected for heavy fire. An engine from Hamlin and a Quint from Holley (RIT) were also quickly on Main Street in support of the Brockport response.

The smoke was caused by a belt on a washing machine in a Laundromat building and no water was flowed. Units were picking-up about 15 minutes after the alarm sounded. While the fast and large response was not been required at this incident, firefighters were well prepared for a potential larger fire encounter. PHOTOS

April 17, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
A local resident drove to the lake at the end of the Monroe Orleans County Line Road and discovered a pick-up truck sitting in the lake. He returned to his home a short distance away and advised 911 of the incident. FULL STORY & PICS

April 07, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
The Brockport Fire Department was dispatched to a report of smoke in the hallway of an apartment complex on Viking Way, off the Fourth Section Road, just south of the Village. A Brockport Firefighter arrived, geared-up and entered the building. FULL STORY & PICS

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 dfinkle@villageofperry.com  INFO

April 03, 2010 - Submitted by Bryan Zinkievich
Here are some pictures of the new East Shelby "25". PHOTOS

April 02, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
At 18:53 tonight, Carlton was dispatched for the house explosion at 2056 Oak Orchard River Road. Early dispatch information reported an explosion with the house collapsed. First arriving units reported the house fully involved and for COVA to "step it up". Mercy Flight was requested for 1 patient with burns. Patient was loaded, Mercy Flight was airborne and enroute to Strong when they encountered a problem shortly after takeoff and was forced to make an emergency landing on the opposite side of Oak Orchard Creek. Patient was transported by ground ambulance to Medina Memorial and later transferred to Strong by Mercy Flight 7. Numerous Fire Departments were called in to assist with manpower. PHOTOS

March 29, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Here are the initial details for the Tri County (Orleans-Genesee-Niagara) Chief's show. DETAILS

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 14^th 2010 at the Orleans County Fairgrounds. More details will follow.

March 18, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster, photos courtesy Jay Lynch
Here are some sneak peek photos of the new Barre Engine 11 parked at CFE. PHOTOS

March 13, 2010 - Submitted by Fran Woodward - Ridgeway Fire Co.
Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Co, SPRING GUN & MONEY RAFFLE
May 2,2010 1-5 pm at Ridgeway Recreation Hall, State Route 104 & Horan Rd.
Medina, New York

20 Prizes To Be Given Away: 10 Chances To Win Guns and 10 Chances To Win $500.00
Winner need not be present to win. Free food and Refreshments. Only 700 tickets sold
$20.00 Donation, For Tickets See Any Ridgeway Firefighter Or Call Pat Kelly (585) 747-4471
(585) 798-8672

March 13, 2010 - Submitted by Jerry Clement
The family had retired for the evening when a smoke alarm sounded in the front room of a 2 story farm home on West Kendall Road. Upon investigation, the father had the family evacuate the premise and then went back into the structure to investigate further. Observing a cherry red chimney pipe from a wood stove, with smoke present, a call was made for a fire department response.

Orleans Fire Control dispatched the Kendall Fire Department with these additional units under mutual assistance: Carlton and Holley for manpower, Albion for RIT and Morton for thermo imaging capability. Arriving on the scene, Kendall One completed a size-up, determined that there was a small fire confined to a front porch roof area and reduced the assignment to only the Kendall and Morton Companies. Kendall’s rescue/engine arrived and located in the driveway of the premise. Kendall’s tanker located in front of the structure and Kendall’s second engine staged at a hydrant south of the structure. Morton arrived and provided manpower, with the TIC, to the scene.

Fire in the wood stove was removed to the exterior and the roof of the porch was opened exposing the fire which was quickly extinguished. The chimney pipe was removed and further openings were made to ensure that any extension was also extinguished preventing a rekindle. Companies began picking-up at approximately 11:30 PM. PHOTOS

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 Rick Seaman - Kendall FD
The Kendall Fire Department will be holding a Casino Night to benefit The Kendall Free Ambulance Service. Sat, March 13th, doors open at 6:00pm at The Kendall Fire Hall. Come enjoy the fun, food and camaraderie.

March 06, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster (story with permission from Holley 1)
Holley firefighters were dispatched to a possible furnace problem on Park Place. Holley 2 arrived on scene and reported heavy black smoke from the chimney and requested the balance of the assignment starting a Pumper from Brockport and Hulberton, a F.A.S.T. from Albion, Holley and Monroe Ambulances. Upon investigation firefighters found a fire in a furnace which self extinguished upon securing the fuel to the furnace. Firefighters were on scene for about 45 Minutes. PHOTOS

March 06, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster (story with permission from Holley 1)
On February 18th, shortly after 11PM Holley firefighters with mutual assistance from Albion F.A.S.T., Brockport an engine, Holley Ambulance and Monroe ALS were dispatched to a house fire on Franklin St. in the village. Village Police department was on scene first and reported heavy smoke and flames from the attic. Holley 1 arrived on scene and confirmed the police departments report and declared a working fire and further requested a rescue from Clarendon, rescue from Morton and an engine from Hulberton. Holley 40 arrived and laid in from the corner of Main and Franklin and made a quick knock down to the attic fire. A firefighter was sent to the hospital with smoke inhalation and was treated and released. Fire fighters were on scene for several hours completing overhaul and assisting the investigators. Kendall and Brockport also provided fill-ins for the Holley Fire District. PHOTOS

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 15, 2010 - Submitted by Matt Olles - Carlton Chief
The Carlton Fire Company Steak dinner featuring Seventh Heaven has only a few tickets left , please remember dinner tickets are presale only. Contact Matt at 585-698-4208, or Andrew at 585-590-0249.

February 15, 2010 - Submitted by C.O.V.A.
For Sale 2 Stryker MX - PRO Stretchers 2006, excellent condition $1500 or B/O, contact Guy Scribner at (585) 409-1406.

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 31, 2010 - Submitted by Jeff Elsenheimer
Medina responded for a house fire on Starr Street and Orient Street on Saturday Jan 30th. Press Release and Photos --> LINK

January 30, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster, Photos by Deb Fiorito
On Friday the 29th, FHM had just returned to quarters from a Fill In/Move up to scene at a structure fire on South Clinton Street in Albion when at 03:58 were dispatched for a possible fire in the woods on Center Road, North of the ridge on the West side. Initial arriving units reported a working fire from a two story wood frame. Hulberton 11, 50 and 65 were on the response, Hulberton 30 remained in quarters thawing out from the previous call. Due to this structure being in a non-hydrant area, the following equipment was called in to support operations. Working on getting dispatch audio. We have limited PHOTOS (as I drove 11 and did not have a camera). The fire is under investigation. YNN

Kendall - Pumper 34 & Tanker 52 to scene
Carlton - Tanker 50 to scene
Morton - Tanker 216 to scene, Engine 215 to Rte. 18 Fill Site
Clarendon - Tanker 50 to scene
Brockport - Engine to fill in at FHM quarters, moved to fill site at Ridge Rd.
Albion - Engine 31 / Squad 65 for the FAST
Barre - Tanker 50 to scene, Pumper 30 to fill in at FHM quarters
East Shelby - Tanker 50 to fill in at FHM, moved to scene
Monroe Amb. - standby at scene
Hamlin - Tanker 246 to scene, Pumper to scene for manpower
Hilton - Fill in at Morton
Medina - Fill in at Albion
Elba - Fill in at Barre

January 22, 2010 - Submitted by Jeff Elsenheimer - SFI
The Fire Behavior/Arson Awareness class has been rescheduled for February 15 and 20, 2010 at the Albion Fire Station. Class is 7-10pm on Monday and 8am-5pm on Saturday. Space is still available. Call the EMO 589-4414 to register.

Intro to Fire Officer begins Tuesday, February 16, 2010, 7pm at the Medina Fire Station. Space is still available. Call the EMO 589-4414 to register.

January 22, 2010 - Submitted by Ken Keirn - Morton Asst Chief
The Morton Fire Department has a light bar for sale. INFO

January 17, 2010 - Submitted by Matt Olles - Carlton
The Carlton Fire Company will be holding a steak dinner February 27th at their Rec. hall.
Featuring Seventh Heaven, $15.00 gets you dinner and the band , dinner will be served from 6 to 8pm. $5.00 after 8:30 get you the band only.

Presale tickets only, Contact Matt @698-4208 or Andrew @590-0249.

January 11, 2010 - Submitted by Webmaster
Carlton responded late yesterday afternoon for the 1 car rollover MVA on Roosevelt Highway near Carr Road. Arriving units found 1 vehicle off the road and on its roof with the one occupant trying to get out. PHOTOS

January 09, 2010 - Submitted by Ben Flansburg
Barre Fire Company has a pumper for sale. Questions or interest for the truck please contact Chief Tom Bentley at 585-350-8352. FLYER