Engine Assist Station 46

12/16/09 - Station 50 was called for one engine to assist Station 46 at a fire at Eriez Magnetics on Asbury Road. Crews arrived and found light smoke in the area. Chief 501 took command. Crews entered the facility and found that some hot debris from a plasma cutter had been ventilated through the exhaust system and had causes the filters to catch on fire. The fire was extinguished and the filters were removed. Crews on scene were West Ridge, Lake Shore, West Lake and MPS.

Chimney Fire Assist Fairview

12/15/09 - Station 50 was requested for one engine to assist Station 52 on a chimney fire. Upon arrival, crews found fire coming from the chimney. Crews removed the burning materials from the fireplace. While checking to see if any fire had extended into the house, the chimney collapsed. No one was injured.

House Fire Assist to Station 52

12/09/09 - Early in the morning Lake Shore was dispatched for one engine to assist Fairview on a house fire. When crews arrived, they found a two-story house with heavy fire. Crews from Fairview, Lake Shore, Girard, Lake City, Franklin Township, Platea and West Lake battled the blaze.

Structure Fire Assist Station 48

12/06/09 - Station 50 sent two engines to Presque Isle Blvd to assist Station 48 on an apartment complex fire. Chief 481 arrived on scene and reported heavy fire coming from the second floor. Other departments that assisted were West Ridge, Kearsarge, City of Erie and Fairview.

Chimney Fire Assist to 48

11/09/09 - Tonight Station 50 was dispatched for one engine to assist Station 48 on a chimney fire on Brooks Bay Drive. Chief 481 arrived on scene to smoke showing from the front door. Engine 502 responded with five. Upon arrival, 502 was ordered to stand by at the hydrant for a lay into Engine 482. 48 crews checked the interior and the roof for any heat. The residence was self ventilated and all units returned in service.

Fairview Homecoming

10/16/09 - Lake Shore FD participated in the parade for Fairview School Districts Homecoming.

Rapid Intervention Team Training

09/30/09 - Members from Lake Shore, Fairview, Lake City, Perry Hiway and Kearsarge Fire Departments participated in a R.I.T. class. This class is designed for firefighters assisting other fire departments at structural fires. These teams stand-by on fire scenes and are put into action in the event that a firefighter that is inside the structure becomes trapped or injured and needs to be rescued. Click here for photos of the training.

Burn Tower Drill

08/26/09 - Lake Shore FD joined up with Fairview FD and a Ladder Truck crew from Kearsarge Fire Department and headed out to the Franklin Township Training Grounds. Crews were rotated into the burning building and training on fire behavior, hose line advancement, nozzle patterns, search and rescue, rural water movement, incident command and truck company operations were reviewed. Click here for photos.

Two Car Accident Assist to Station 48

08/12/09 - Early in the evening, Lake Shore was called to take a MVA call for West Lake at W Lake and Asbury Roads. Crews responded quickly and upon arrival found two vehicles with minor damage. Chief 500 assumed command. One person was transported to a local hospital. Millcreek Police was on scene to investigate. Remaining units were on scene for about 45 minutes. Click here for photos.

Rope Rescue Drill with Station 52

08/05/09 - Tonight Lake Shore and Fairview Fire Departments conducted a rope rescue drill. Members were familiarized with different rope rigging and how to bring a patient up a steep incline using a stokes basket and basic ropes. Click here for pictures.

Another Rescue on the Lake

08/02/09 - Shortly after noon LSFD was called to assist Lake City FC and the US Coast Guard with another vessel in distress off Elk Creek Access. The Water Rescue Team responded to Walnut Creek Access and conducted the pre-launch. 509 was underway in a matter of minutes. The USCG reported that a 14 foot boat was taking on water and had four people on board. The vessel was located about 3-4 miles NW of Walnut Creek Access. 509 arrived along with the USCG and PA Fish and Boat. 509, LCFC jet-skis and PA Fish and Boat escorted the distressed vessel to Walnut Creek Marina. All occupants we evaluated and did not require medical attention.

Water Rescue on Lake Erie

08/01/09 - Early this afternoon Lake Shore was alerted to assist Lake City Fire Company and the US Coast Guard - Ashtabula and Erie stations with a vessel in distress about 1/4 mile off of Raccoon Park, Springfield Township. LSFD Water Rescue Team was placed inservice prior to launching 509. USCG reported that the distresed vessel had engine problems, but was able to make it to Summer City boat ramp in Springfield.

Water Rescue in Belle Valley

06/30/09 - With the large amounts of rain received in the area overnight, the Belle Valley area was under water. Kuhl Hose, Lake City and Lake Shore Fire Departments were called on to assist rescue people from their flooded homes on E Gore Rd. Lake Shore personnel are trained in "Land-Based" as well as "Water-Based" rescues, therefore LSFD sent three Water Rescue Technicians to assist. Photos courtesy of Lake City Fire Company.

Dryer Fire on Patio Drive

06/17/09 - This evening an engine was requested to assist West Ridge on Patio Drive. Engine 502 responded and was first due into the scene. Crews entered the building to investigate and were met with smoke at the basement door. Crews entered the basement and determined the clothes dryer to be the source of the fire. The blaze was extinguished and the dryer was removed from the structure. Crew were on scene for about 45 minutes and then returned in service.

Water Rescue On Lake Erie

06/16/09 - This afternoon, Lake Shore, along with Lake City Fire Company, was requested by the US Coast Guard to assist with a boat overturned with persons in the water east of Conneaut, Ohio. During the response to the Walnut Creek Marina, the USCG called back to report that good samaritans had picked up the stranded persons and took them to shore. Lake Shore and Lake City were placed in service.

A Busy Night Assisting West Ridge Fire

06/14/09 - Lake Shore was requested to send one engine on a house explosion with fire assist to West Ridge Fire Department on Westline Street. A member from West Ridge radioed in, confirming a working fire. While enroute, Engine 502 received orders to tag the hydrant and lay a line into the fire. 700 feet of 4" was laid and then LSFD crews went to work in battling the blaze. LSFD crews were on scene for about 3 hours. While working at the fire, Station 50 was called again to assist Station 46 at a reported fire at Steris Corporation. Engine 503 responded promptly with a crew of 3. Chief 463 arrived at Steris and determined the call to be unfounded and believed it to be from the smoke from Westline Street. Click here for photos of the Westline Street fire.

Electrical Fire on Cole Drive

06/12/09 - Station 50 was called for an engine to assist West Lake Fire Department on Cole Drive for a house fire. A tree service was cutting down a tree when a limb fell onto the electrical service to the house causing the house to become energized. Smoke was then seen from the outside while waiting for Penelec. Click here for photos.

2009 Fund Drive

05/20/09 - Lake Shore Fire Department has kicked off their 2009 Fund Drive. This year donations may be made online with Pay Pal as well as being mailed in or dropped off at the station. Thank you for your continued support. Click here to view the letter and to donate.

Assist to Station 46

04/22/09 - Station 50 was called for one engine to assist West Ridge FD at Eriez Magnetics on a fire alarm. Dispatch later advised that they received calls from the facility reporting a fire in one of the warehouses. 502 was the first in and had smoke showing from the warehouse. Crews entered the structure and discovered a working fire in the north wall. Lake Shore was tapped again for an additional engine and fire police to the fire grounds. Crews from Lake Shore, West Ridge and West Lake worked for about an hour and a half opening the wall and roof to snuff out the spreading fire. Chief 460 had command. Click here for photos.

Assist to Station 52

04/21/09 - Station 50 was dispatched for an Engine to assist Fairview FD at Erie Bronze and Aluminum on a machine fire. Upon arrival, 502 was the first in and had nothing visible. Employees directed the engine to the rear of the building to a garage door. There crews found a working fire in one of the machines. Crews from Lake Shore, Fairview and West Lake Fire Departments worked for about an hour to extinguish the blaze. Click here for photos.

Easter at the Fire House

04/11/09 - The Easter Bunny took some time out of his busy Easter weekend to visit with the children and families of the neighborhood at the Lake Shore Fire Department. He had set up an Easter Egg Hunt in the apparatus bay, had breakfast with the children and also posed for photos with the kids. Click here for photos.

 Pumps II Class

04/04/09 - Members of Lake Shore, Fairview, Lake City and Franklin Township Fire Departments went out to the Fairview Business Park today to practice and show what they have learned over the past few weeks in class. Click here for photos.

Assist to Kearsarge FD

03/28/09 - Late Saturday night LSFD Engine 503 was called to assist Kearsarge FD at a blaze on Treetop Drive. Fire Police were later called to assist with crowd control at the firegrounds. Squad 507 was also called up to assist MPS answer calls in Millcreek Township while other ambulances were staging at the fire. Crews worked through the night to bring the fire under control. Click here for photos.

Lake Shore Recognized

03/25/09 - The Officers and Members of the Lake Shore Fire Department are proud to announce that we have been recognized by the PA Office of the State Fire Commissioner as a Participating Department. The purpose of this program is “to recognize those organizations that support, promote and encourage their emergency response personnel to voluntarily certify within the Commonwealth’s Certification Program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner”. The other Participating Departments in Erie County are Brookside, Kuhl Hose, Perry Hi-Way and West Lake.

Explosion Report in the District

03/25/09 - At 1016 today, Lake Shore, Fairview, West Lake, West Ridge, Lake City and West County Paramedics we dispatched to the 1900 block of Manchester Road for an explosion. 501 arrived on scene, assumed command and spoke with the caller who reported that he heard a loud explosion and then lost power to his residence. Engine 503 responded and crew members stated that they also heard the blast at the station. Command had FFD members check the Tow Road Penelec substation while 472 checked the Millfair Road substation. Penelec representative arrived on scene and advised that they received a call about a blown fuse. Penelec was able to locate the fuse in question and was determining the cause. There was no fires located and all fire personnel returned in service about 45 minutes after dispatch.

Vehicle Fire Assist

03/20/09 - Station 50 (Lake Shore) was dispatched to assist Station 52 (Fairview) with a Car Fire at 8165 Platz Rd. at approximately 1145hrs. West County Communications reported the blaze with exposures. Erie County Dispatch toned out Station 50 and Engine 503 responded shortly after with a crew of three. Station 50 Assistant Chief 510 reported to the scene. Engine 532 (FFD) arrived first due and reported a working vehicle fire next to a large garage. FFD Chief 530 assumed command and ordered Engine 503 (LSFD) to assist with suppression. Engine 503 arrived at approximately 1200hrs with heavy fire and smoke coming from the engine compartment of the Jeep. Both FFD and LSFD crews did a fantastic job working together having the blaze under control in minutes. Very minor damage was done to the siding of the garage and no fire extension was found. Crews cleared the scene a short time later. Click here for photos.

Holiday Guest

03/17/09 - A leprechaun was spotted running through the firehouse and was finally caught by the camera sitting on the motorcycle and trying to get away.

Assist at a House Fire

03/15/09 - During the early evening hours, Lake Shore was dispatched to assist West Ridge at a house fire on Millfair Road. Engine 502 responded with a crew of six. Chief 462 arrived on scene and reported a light haze in the residence. It was determined that one of the electrical phase lines became detached from the weatherhead leading to the house. 502 crew went inside with the thermal imaging camera to determine if there was any fire in the walls. Finding none, crew returned in service.

Fire Police Officers Sworn In

03/11/09 - Tonight three members were sworn in as Lake Shore Fire Department Fire Police by Fairview Township Supervisor Pete Kraus. Those members were Frank Salhoff, Shawn Wroblewski and Phil Susann.

House Fire Assist to West Lake

01/06/09 - Just before 0900 this morning, Lake Shore sent Engine 502 to assist West Lake Fire Department at a house fire on W Lake Road. A member of the Millcreek Township Response Team was first on scene and reported a working fire. Crews attempted an interior attack on the fire, but due to heavy fire they were driven back. Crews then went into a defensive mode to suppress the blaze. Crews were on scene for about three hours.

Structural Burn Class at Belle Valley

09/27/08 - Members from Lake Shore and several other area departments attended a structural burn class in Belle Valley this weekend. The class is meant to instruct firefighters in extinguishment, behavior of fire, hose line advancement, accountability checks, and extrication. Click here for photos.

Vehicle Extrication Training

09/21/08 - Lake Shore and Fairview Fire Departments met tonight at Station 53 to practice vehicle extrication. Initially crews were only allowed to utilize hand tools for the first couple of scenarios. Later, crews were able to use the hydraulic tools. Some of the scenarios used were situations that are not common occurrences. Click here for photos.

Brush Fire in an Apple Orchard

09/18/08 - Lake Shore was dispatched to the old apple orchard on Wilkins Road for a brush fire this afternoon. Upon arrival of Truck 504, a small brush fire was working. Crews from Truck 504 and Engine 502 quickly extinguished the fire utilizing a hand line and portable Indian tanks. Click here for photos.

Erie International Airport Safety Drill

08/20/08 - Tonight Lake Shore participated in the required Erie International Airport Safety Drill. A simulated plane crash with victims and fire was the scenario on Runway 2/20. Click here for pictures.

Horrible Weekend on the Railroad

08/19/08 - This weekend, LSFD had many calls, two of which had to deal with accidents on the CSX Railroad tracks. Both incidents involved pedestrians being struck by trains. The first, on 08/15/08, LSFD assisted Fairview FD with traffic control on Manchester Road. The second was LSFDs call at the Millfair Road crossing. Assisting departments included Fairview FD, West Ridge FD, West Lake FD, Millcreek Paramedics and Millcreek Police.

R.I.T. Assist to Lake City Fire Department

08/10/08 - Tonight Lake Shore was dispatched for a Rapid Intervention Team to assist LCFD at a mobile home fire. Crews responded to the blaze on W. Lake Road and prepared to make entry if it became necessary. The fire was believed to have started in a shed that was next to the mobile home and spread into the home. Click here for photos.

Change of Apparatus Numbering

08/01/08 - Today the Lake Shore Fire Department changed the numbering of their apparatus. This change is in preparation for the expected switch to a County Dispatch Center.

Water Rescue II Class

06/29/08 - This weekend members of Lake Shore and Lake City Fire Company participated in Water Rescue II Class. The class centered on boat operations and rescues. The classroom training was held at LSFD. On Sunday, class was held in the Bay at Presque Isle. Members from both departments learned and used the boats and equipment of each others department. Click here for photos.

Swim In the Bay

06/28/08 - Lake Shore Boat 59 was in the water today standing by in the Bay for a swim that was held. Participants swam in the Bay from Presque Isle to the Erie Yacht Club. B59 stood by in the event that any of the swimmers needed medical attention in the water. LSFD had a crew of 3 with a MPS Paramedic on board. Click here for photos and a video.

Tanker 56 is Decommissioned

06/27/08 - Tanker 56 is decommissioned today. It has been sold to Bernice FD in Bernice, Oklahoma. Representatives came to the fire house and loaded the tanker onto a flatbed for transport. Click here for photos.

Vehicle Extrication Training at the Base

06/25/08 - Tonight, along with Fairview FD, the Base held a vehicle extrication drill. Some new equipment was used and trained on as well as some of the things that we have had. This was a refresher training for some and a familiarization for others. Firefighters trained on hand tools, air bags and hydraulic tools. Click here for photos and videos.

Smoke in the Building

06/24/08 - At 2340 hours, LSFD was dispatched to assist West Ridge FD at the Paul J. Martin Apartments for smoke in the building. Engine 55 responded with a crew of 5. Upon arrival, E55 was assigned to the 9th floor to investigate. A light haze was located throughout floors 6 - 9. Residents were advised to evacuate the building. It was determined to be caused by an electrical problem on Penelec's end. Crews were on scene for over two hours. Penelec was able to repair the problem and crews stood by on the floors of the building while the power was brought back online. Residents were allowed to return to their apartments just before 2 am. Departments responding: West Ridge, Lake Shore, West Lake, Fairview, Millcreek Paramedics, Millcreek Police and Millcreek EMA. Click here for photos.

Boater in the Water

06/18/08 - Around 2:30 pm LSFD, along with the U.S. Coast Guard, Lake City Fire Company, West County Paramedics and Emergycare, were sent to the Walnut Creek Access for a person in the water. Reports came in that the person was in a kayak and that they were about a half mile from shore. Truck 54, Squad 52 and Engine 53 responded with Chief 500 having command. With the assistance of the PA Conservation vessel, the victim was able to brought to shore where he was looked at by LSFD and WCP EMS personnel. LCFC was put in service while they were en route to the Access. Click here for photos.

 Dog Rescue

06/16/08 - At near 2200 hours a resident on Foxglove Lane contacted LSFD and said that his dog was trapped in a 8" drainage pipe that went over the embankment to the lake shore and asked if there was anything that LSFD could do to help rescue the dog. Engine 53 and Truck 54 went to the scene and Chief 501 had command. The owner stated that the dog was missing for over 24 hours and that they located it about 10-12 feet over the embankment in the 8" pipe. Crews were digging on scene for about 2 hours before they were able to access the dog and remove it from the pipe. The dog appeared to be in good shape and the owner said that he would take it to the vet to get checked out. Fairview FD assisted with Rescue 539 and personnel. Click here for photos.

The Calls of One Busy Day

05/30/08 - The day started at about noon with Lake Shore, Fairview, West Lake & Lake City for the FAST Team being dispatched to 5220 Bramblewood Lane in the Applewood Mobile Home Park for a structure fire. West Lake Chief 480 arrived with MPD and found light smoke coming from the exterior of the structure. The Erie Airport radioed that they had an engine crew available and were asked to respond. Engines 9 (WLFD), 55 (LSFD) and 822 (Erie Airport) responded to battle the blaze. E9 and E55 went to work on the exterior to find the fire area, while E822 was assigned to the interior. Captain 511 assumed command and held with the three engines on scene. The fire was found to be in an exterior wall and roof area with no extension into the interior. Crews extinguished the fire which was determined to be caused by a malfunction with the hot water tank causing high heat to transfer from the heat pile of the flue to the roof and wall areas. All units cleared the scene in about 45 minutes. Click here for photos.

Next, LSFD was dispatched for a pedestrian struck on W. Lake Road. Chief 500 arrived on scene to find one injured bicycle rider. Traffic control was needed due to rush hour traffic while a section of W. Lake Road was shut down for responder safety. Millcreek Police Department and Millcreek Paramedic Service responded also. After a short investigation, it was determined that the pedestrian struck was the result of a MVA that had occured on W. Lake Road. The bike rider was hit after tow vehicles were involved in a rear end collison and one vehicle left the roadway striking the bike rider. The bike rider was transported to the local trauma center by MPS. W. Lake Rd was reopened and units cleared the scene approx. 30minutes after dispatch.

Finally LSFD was dispatched to assist Fairview Fire Department at a reported structure fire at 7251 Klier Drive. A LSFD crew was on station Friday evening when Fairview Fire Dept. was dispatched to a reported Structure Fire at the John V. Schultz Furniture Warehouse. LSFD crew reported status to FFD Chief 530 and the Chief requested LSFD to respond. Crews responded Engine 55 with five. Engine 55 arrived on scene and was ordered to investigate the 1st floor while FFD was on the second. Crews completed the search finding nothing and assisted FFD on the second floor. Crews found a light ballast to be the reason for the report. All units were placed in service by command and returned. Click here for photos.

Forcible Entry Training

05/28/08 - Tonight for drill, members of Lake Shore and West Mead 2 Fire Departments participated in Forcible Entry training. Training included gaining access to the different types of doors and breaching of walls and floors. Rick Robie, Chief of the Erie International Airport Fire Response Team, instructed the class. The house that was used for training is one of the buildings that the FAA obtained for the airport expansion project. LSFD sends their thanks to the FAA for allowing us to utilize this building. Click here for pictures.

60th Anniversary Video

05/26/08 - A link to the LSFD 60th Anniversary Video has been added to the Videos page. This link will take you to MySpace. Thanks to Lt. Dan Kremer for the video.

Annual Fund Drive

05/19/08 - The annual fund drive for the Lake Shore Fire Department was mailed out to the residents and businesses of our district. Please click here to view the letter.

Members Attend Fire School

05/04/08 - Three members went down to Blair County Fire School this weekend for a Structural Burn class. The classroom portion of class was held in Blair County. The class then traveled to Cambria County for maze and hose advancement training. On Sunday, the class went over to Center County to train in a live burn session in the new nine million dollar facility. This class was the first out-of-town class to burn in this facility. Click here for pictures.

LSFD Receives PA Water Rescue Level 1 Accreditation

04/29/08 - Today the Chief was very excited when he got the mail! In the stack of envelopes was one that held our Accreditation certificate for PA Water Rescue Level 1. Lake Shore is only the second Fire Department in Erie County to receive this honor, the other Department being Lake City Fire Company. The next step for LSFD is working towards Level 2 Accreditation, which is getting our members trained in Emergency Boat Operations and Rescue.

Vehicle Rolls Over on W Lake Rd

04/29/08 - Late this afternoon a Suzuki Sidekick rolled onto its side at W Lake Rd and Garloch Dr. The lone occupant was not injured and was able to climb out on his own. Engine 53 responded with a crew of 3 and cancelled all other responding units. There were some fluids leaking from the overturned Sidekick and these were contained by the Engine crew. The Engine was on scene for about 20 minutes.

Water Rescue I Class

04/27/08 - Firefighters from Lake Shore, West Lake, Lake City, Blooming Valley and Transfer Fire Departments attended a Water Rescue I Class at LSFD. Training started in the classroom on Saturday, 04/26/08. On Sunday, class was held at Fairview High School to train in the pool. Students learned how to use throw bags, swift-water crossings, self rescue and removing victims from some entrapments. In the afternoon the class traveled to Meadville, PA and spent time in French Creek using the skills they learned earlier in moving water. Click here for photos.

LSFD Checks Out Hydrants in Fairview Township

04/23/08 - Tonight for drill firefighters went out into the Fairview Township portion of the District to test the hydrants. This is done every spring to inspect the hydrants and see if they need any service or if they incurred any damage over the winter. The caps, fittings, stems and drains are checked and lubricated, if needed. Engines 53 and 55, Truck 54 and Squad 52 were out in the district completing this task.

Basic Vehicle Rescue Class

04/19/08 - Members traveled out to Franklin Township VFD for a BVR class. Students learned how to stabilize vehicles involved in accidents and extrication of victims entrapped in those vehicles. Click here for photos.

Boat 59 hits the water

04/18/08 - Some members pulled Boat 59 out of storage, took it down to Walnut Creek Access and put it in the water today. The purpose was to check the Boat prior to the start of the season. The lake was smooth today and everyone aboard had the opportunity to pilot the Boat. Click here for photos.

Line of Duty Death

04/08/08 - Lawrence Park Fire Department Deputy Chief Mike Crotty was fatally injured while battling a blaze at Port Erie Plastics. The Lake Shore Fire Department sends their condolences to the Lawrence Park Fire Department, the Erie Fire Department and the Crotty Family.

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Ropes Training

04/02/08 - Firefighters from Lake Shore and Fairview Fire Departments got together for a refresher class on ropes and knots. Training was conducted at Fairview Fire Department by Jim Wagner.

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Dive Training

03/29/08 - Firefighters from Lake Shore, West Ridge and West Lake participated in SCUBA and dive training in preparation of this years water season. Training lasted about three hours and centered around search techniques. Training was conducted at the McDowell High School pool.

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Fire Chief's Bowling Tournament

03/29/08 - The Annual Fire Chief's Bowling Tournament was held at Rolling Meadows Bowling Lanes today. Many of the Erie County Fire Departments participate in this event. This year the proceeds were going to benefit the Gertrude A. Barber Center. Click on the picture for more.

LSFD sends it thanks to Jon Rainey for heading up this annual event! Great job and keep up the good work Jon!

The Base puts a quick hold on a fast moving basement fire

03/27/08 - Lake Shore was dispatched at 11:21hrs to a reported smoke in the building. Mutual aid from Fairview FD for one engine and West Lake FD for Truck 2 were dispatched for automatic mutual aid. Engine 55 and Engine 53 from LSFD responded, E53 arrived on scene to find a two story wood frame residence with nothing showing. Chief 500 established command and ordered E55 to set up at the hydrant and Truck 2 directly into the scene. The homeowner stated that there was smoke in the house when she came home and she had been running a clothes dryer in the basement before she had left. Alpha crew entered in sector 1/level 1 and was met with thick black smoke that appeared to be coming from the heating vents. Alpha crew put an 1 3/4'' pre connect hose line in service and with the assistance of E55's crew made their way to the basement. Alpha crew was met with intense heat and black smoke in the basement. Truck 2's crew was assigned to the first and second floors to check for extension.  Alpha crew found the source of the blaze and extinguished the fire. C481 of WLFD vented the basement using three basement windows from the exterior. E532 from FFD arrived and assisted in checking for extension and salvage/overhaul. Crews had difficulty checking for extension due to half the basement being just a crawl space in which the fire had extended. The fire was put under control approximately 25 minutes after arrival. The first and second floors only received minor to moderate smoke damage, however the heat coming up through the vents had caused a few non-structural components on the first floor to catch fire. The cause of the fire appeared to be electrical in nature. LSFD would like to thank all mutual aid companies that responded.

The day stayed busy for the "Base". After units cleared the fire grounds, the Base received three EMS calls and the Chief was busy on the Fire Grounds with the State Police Fire Investigator.. Two of the EMS calls were shortly after the fire delaying the crew from returning equipment in service. However, we got it done. You Know!

Fire Alarm assist to Fairview

03/14/2008 - At 12:36 Lake Shore was dispatched to assist Fairview Fire Department on a fire alarm at the Tri-State Cosmotology Lab at 5739 W Ridge Rd. Engine 55 responded and met Fairview crews on scene. Crews checked the building and were unable to find a reason for the activation. Units were on scene for approximately 15 minutes then returned in service. Click on the picture for more photos.

Chimney Fire

03/10/08 - At 17:26, Lake Shore, Fairview, and West Lake Fire Departments along with Millcreek Paramedics were dispatched to 1643 Brookside Drive for a chimney fire. Caller reported that flames were shooting out of the chimney. Lake Shore Chief 500 and West Lake Chief 480 arrived on scene and reported smoke showing. Engine 55 took the address and crew went inside the house to investigate. The crew from West Lake Truck 2 laddered the building and checked the chimney. A small fire was located at the top of the chimney which was put out using a dry-chem extinguisher. Crews inside found no extension of the fire. Engine 55 and Truck 2 handled the call and all other responding units were placed in service. Residents were advised to have the chimney cleaned and inspected before using again.

Residential Fire Alarm

03/08/08 - At 16:13, Lake Shore was dispatched to 617 Holly Drive for a Fire Alarm. Engines 55 and 53 responded on the call. Upon arrival, alpha crew found the family trying to light the fire place. Due to the cold and snowy weather, the smoke was pushed back into the house causing the fire alarm to activate. Chief 500 had command. The snow was up to the crews knees as they were trying to get to the front door of the house. Click on the picture for more photos. Also included are photos of the road conditions during the response.

Line of Duty Death

03/06/08 - The Lake Shore Fire Department members send their condolences to the Pine Township Engine Company. Pine Township Firefighter Brad Holmes died Wednesday, March 5, 2008 from injuries suffered in a February 29, 2008 house fire in Grove City, PA. During the early morning hours of February 29, 2008 Brad was a part of a two person team that was searching the duplex when conditions rapidly deteriorated and they became trapped on the second floor and a RIT had to be deployed to rescue Brad. Brad was then taken to UPMC Mercy where he died from his injuries.

2 Vehicle Accident

03/02/08 - In the morning hours, Lake Shore and Millcreek Paramedics were dispatched for a 2 vehicle accident on Garloch Drive just south of West Lake Road. Engine 53 and Squad 52 responded. Captain 511 assumed command. The two vehicles each incurred minor damage. A passenger in one of the vehicles was transported by Millcreek Paramedics to an Erie hospital. Click on the picture to see more.

Residential Fire Alarm

02/24/08 - LSFD was dispatched at 1228 for a residential fire alarm. Engine 55 responded and Captain 511 assumed command. Crews checked out the house and found a bad smoke detector. The homeowner was advised of the findings and the crews went back into service.

Car into a Pole

02/23/08 - At 2336, Lake Shore and Millcreek Paramedic Service were dispatched for a vehicle accident with one car into a telephone pole. L-4 arrived on scene an found the lone occupant already out of the vehicle with minor injuries. Squad 52 and Engine 53 responded to the scene. 52 handled care of the driver until MPS arrived and 53 disconnected the power to the vehicle. The driver was taken to an Erie hospital by MPS. Engine 53 remained on scene until the vehicle was removed by West Lake Service because of a gasoline leak. More pictures here.

  Training Conducted at the Station

02/20/08 - In January, Lake Shore Fire Department conducted training for the members. An area of the station was closed off and filled with artificial smoke to create a realistic training environment. Firefighters geared up in full bunker gear and grabbed an uncharged hose line and went to work searching the smoke-filled room for victims. Click on the patch to the left  to watch the video!

Fire Alarm Assist to Fairview

02/12/08 - Lake Shore was dispatched for an Engine and a Tanker to assist Fairview Fire Department on a residential fire alarm on Wilson Road at 5:01 p.m. Engine 55 responded with a crew of 5. Chief 520 had command and Engine 55 was ordered to take the address and to take the Thermal Imaging Camera inside. Crews found a broken water register that caused the alarm. Tanker 56 was advised to stand-by at the station and was cleared about 20 minutes later. The home was turned over the the Homeowner and crews returned.

Motor Vehicle Accident

02/10/08 - Around 3:00 p.m. Lake Shore and MP24 were dispatched for a Vehicle Accident that was reported as a car into a tree at W. Lake Road and Westwood Drive. No one was injured. Squad 52 responded to check the occupants and Truck 54 responded for traffic control.

5th District Stays Busy With Engine Runs

12/03/07 - Friday November 30th LSFD had a total of three engine runs within a ten hour period. The first was an automatic Fire Alarm at Fairview Manor Nursing home at 0607hrs in the morning. E53 responded to the alarm and it was determined to be a false alarm caused by a bad detector. Hours later at 1147hrs LSFD was dispatched to a Smoke in the Building call at 5602 Bonaventure Dr. E55 and E53 responded along with T2 WLFD and E532 FFD. E55 arrived to find no obvious conditions however upon crews entering the basement of the structure it was found to have light smoke conditions. After investigating crews found that an electrical malfunction in a space heater was the cause of smoke. Crews ventilated the structure and cleared a short time later. After time to wash the truck and a break for lunch LSFD and surrounding Depts. crews were back at it again. At 1516hrs LSFD was dispatched to another smoke in the building call. E55 responded on the call. T2 from WLFD and E532 FFD also responded again. E55 arrived on scene to find a two story wood frame residence with nothing showing. E55's crew investigated while T2 staged on Lake Shore Dr. and E532 took the hydrant. E55's crew found that the smoke was caused by an over heated cloths dryer. The structure was vented and all units cleared the scene. 

Fire Alarm Turns Into Structure Fire

11/10/07 - Lake Shore was alerted at 1:58 in the morning for two engines to assist Fairview Fire Dept to the 7200 block of West Ridge Rd to a dentist office for a structure fire. The original call for Fairview was a fire alarm. West County Medic 3 arrived on scene to find smoke showing and the sounds of fire from the attic space. Engine 55 responded with 5, and Engine 53 was shortly behind 55 with 6. Upon arriving on scene Chief 520 from Fairview assigned the crew from Eng. 55 to do a secondary search of the structure. Upon completing that, the crew joined up with the crew from Engine 53 and set up for possible vertical ventilation. The crew also had equipment for horizontal ventilation in place and was utilized. After ventilation was completed, LSFD crews was assigned to perform overhaul and salvage. The crews cleared the scene after about 3.5 hours after dispatch when all hot spots were extinguished and the building was secured. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Other departments that were on scene was Girard with two engines and West Lake for RIT.