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"Buddy"

February 1991 to January 2005

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Skol "Bandit" Boyd

July 1994 - Dec. 2007

The Livonia Fire Department and Livonia Ambulance along with mutual aid from Honeoye Fire Department for a Quint were dispatched to a reported Chimney Fire with the house filling with smoke at 7051 Richmond Mills Road the evening of Wednesday November 28th, 2007.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Wyoming and Dale Fire Departments were dispatched to a reported house fire on Comet Road at the intersection of Sage Road the morning of Wednesday November 28th, 2007.  Wyoming 50 went on location and declared a working fire and requested a 2nd Alarm.  This had to be modified do to a 3 Alarm fire in Stykersville.  Assisting Wyoming and Dale at the scene or fill ins were the following fire departments: Warsaw, Perry, Perry Center, Bethany, Pavilion, Leroy, Stafford, and York.

The Silver Springs Fire Department and Castile Ambulance were dispatched to a MVA on West Lake Road the morning of Wednesday November 28th, 2007.  Castile Ambulance transported one patient to WCCH.

The Stykersville Fire Department was dispatched for a reported structure fire at in a Warehouse in Java Village the morning of Wednesday November 28th, 2007.  Stykersville Command reported a large warehouse well involved and quickly requested a 2nd and 3rd alarm bringing equipment and manpower to the scene from Wyoming, Erie, and Genesee Counties.

The Geneseo Fire Department and Ambulance along with Livingston County ALS were dispatched to the scene, while Mercy Flight was placed on stand by, for the reported head on MVA, car vs tractor trailer on Rt. 39 in the area of Nations Road.  Geneseo 3102 went on location and requested Mercy Flight to the scene.  One victim was extricated and transported to the Geneseo Central School where the Landing Zone was set up.  The patient was transferred to Mercy Flight and was flown to an area hospital.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the scene was The New York State Police and the Geneseo Village Police Department.  Livonia Ambulance covered calls in Geneseo while their ambulances were tied up with the MVA.

The Dansville Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 11 Clay Street the early morning of Sunday November 25th, 2007.  Dansville Police arrived on scene and confirmed a fire, with smoke on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and assisted evacuating the residents of the house.  The fire was contained to one room of the residence however there was smoke damage throughout the structure.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting the residents at the scene was the Clara Barton Chapter Number 1 of the American Red Cross.  Photos provided by Jeff Faugh.

On Sunday November 18th the Wyoming Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on Sherman Avenue in the Village of Wyoming.  First arriving Wyoming fire units encountered a working barn fire with exposure problems and requested second and third alarms bringing fire units from Wyoming, Genesee and Livingston County's to the scene.  Fire units either at the scene or on standby were: From Wyoming County, Wyoming, Warsaw, Perry, Perry Center, Attica, Castile, Gainesville, Bennington, Silver Springs and Wyoming Correctional.  From Genesee County,  Pavilion, Bethany, Alexander, Stafford and LeRoy.  From Livingston County, York, Leicester, Caledonia and East Avon.  Story and photos provided by Jay Lynch.

Early Saturday afternoon, Nov 3, 2007, the Mt. Morris Fire Department was dispatched to a combine fire on the Union Corners Rd.in the Twon of Mt. Morris.  First arriving firefighters found a fully involved John Deere 6620 combine.  The combine, owned by Nate Powell of West Sparta was being operated by his father, Todd Powell, picking corn on lands near the State Woods.  Todd felt the seat becoming warm and when he stopped and opend the cab door, the cab flashed over, and became fully involved.  Two fire extinguishers did not slow the fire.  Mt. Morris firefighters under the command of Chief Jim Mann quickly extinguished the fire.  Deputy Kevin Barrett was on scene from the Livingston County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management Services is investigating the cause of the fire.  Story and photos provided by Tom Pearson. 

On Sunday October 28th,The Leicester Fire Department conducted a live fire exercise in the Village of Leicester. The home at 25 York Rd was used by the firefighters for training activities the last two week that ended with a Controlled Burn this morning.  York set up to draft at the creek and supplied water to the north side of the fire building while Leicester set up two port-a-tanks and established a tanker shuttle at the corner of Main St. and York Rd to supply the south side.  Departments participating in the mornings activities with Leicester were Cuylerville, York, Mount Morris and West Sparta on standby  for Mount Morris.  Story and photos by Jay Lynch.

Just before 1:00 AM on Sunday October 28, 2007, Livingston County Sheriff's Deputy Kevin Geer came upon a fully involved structure fire on Route 408 just north of the Halstead Rd.  Responding firefighters from Nunda, led by Chief Brian Wood, immediately called for a tanker from Mt. Morris and a fill in from Genesee Falls Fire Department.  The concrete block building, formerly the Brink's Dairy, was indeed fully involved.  When the first streams of water hit the concrete blocks, cracks developed that made entry into the structure inadvisable.  The fire worked its way into the space between the ceiling and the flat roof and was impossible to reach.  A Drott was called in from the Town of Nunda and the building was leveled.  Cause of the fire remains under investigation.  Fire Investigators Niedermaier, Gehrig and Pearson were on scene all night with the firefighters.  The Sheriff's Office turned responsibility over to the Nunda PD but continued to assist with traffic control throughout the night.  Story and pictures by Tom Pearson.

Just before 1:00 AM on Sunday October 28, 2007, the Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a report of smoke in the structure 310 E. Main St. at the Charlton Bed & Breakfast.  Responding equipment went on location with smoke showing.  Upon investigation it was found to be a chimney fire.  Assisting at the scene was the Avon Village Police and the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.

The Groveland and Dansville Fire Departments, Dansville Ambulance, and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported Car Pedestrian MVA on I-390 NB North of Exit 6 the morning of Saturday October 20th, 2007.  Livingston County Sheriff's Office arrived on scene and reported a possible DOA.  Responding EMS confirmed it was a DOA.  Assisting at the Scene was the NY State Police and the Livingston County Corner's Office.  The Livingston County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation.  If anyone has information they are asked to call the Sheriff's Office at 585-243-7100.

On Wednesday October 17th. and again on the 24th. The Leicester and Mount Morris Fire Departments had the opportunity to conduct training evolution's on an  old home in the Village of Leicester. This home allowed the firefighters to train in a more realistic environment without the worry of creating unwanted damage to the building.  Leicester Firefighter Jeff Loudin brings his knowledge and experience to the department from 11 years as a Professional Firefighter and oversaw many of the evolution's. SCBA, Roof Ventilation, Search and Rescue and Survival Skills were discussed and practiced over the past two evenings.  Story and photos by Jay Lynch.

On Thursday October 11th, the Pavilion Fire Department was dispatched to a reported garage fire at 572 Route 246 in the Town of Covington. First arriving fire unite encountered a fully involved garage with rapidly deteriorating conditions to the exterior of the adjacent house. Pavilion 802 requested a second alarm bringing  fire units from Genesee, Wyoming and Livingston County's to the scene.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Caledonia Fire District as it waits for the arrival of their new Rescue Truck and Pumper/Tanker have a Tanker and a Pumper Tanker For Sale.  Click here for bidding details.

West Sparta Fire Department placed into service their new Pumper 584 on September 15, 2007.  Pumper 584 a Pierce Custom Contender, 1000 gallon X 30 gallon Foam 1250 gpm, 400 horse motor.  This unit replaces a 1980 Sanford.  Photo provided by Dave MacAluso.

The East Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a MVA on Rt. 5 & 20 near the Stokee Farm the early morning of Wednesday September 26th, 2007.  Car 2701 went on location with a car into the tree with victim out of the vehicle.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the Scene was the Avon Village Police Department.

The West Sparta Fire Department, Dansville Ambulance and Fire Department for the Rescue, and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a MVA on Rt. 36 near Flats Road on Tuesday Afternoon September 25th, 2007.  Car 5801 went on location in the Groveland Fire District.  Groveland was the dispatched to the scene.  Mercy Flight was requested to transport one of the victims.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the scene was the New York State Police, New York State DOT, and the Mt. Morris Ambulance was requested to rehab the emergency personel.

The East Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a reported car fire on I-390 South, just North of Exit 10.  Car 2701 went on location with a working car fire that was soon up graded to a fully involved car fire.  Car 2702 went on location and reported the fire near the North Avon Road while placing Pumper 275.

The Hemlock and Livonia Fire Departments and Livonia Ambulance were dispatched to a reported house fire on Tuesday morning, September 25th, 2007 at 7463 East Avenue in Hemlock.  Hemlock 2602 went on location with smoke showing.  A working fire was declared soon after.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office and the American Red Cross.

On Sunday September 16th. The Cuylerville Fire Department conducted a live fire exercise in an old house  at 5030  River Rd in the Town of Leicester. Departments assisting Cuylerville were Leicester, Mount Morris and York.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Wednesday September 12th,  The Leicester and Cuylerville fire Departments were dispatched to a report of a truck fire at the corner of River and Perry Rd in the Town of Leicester. Leicester Mini Pumper 133 was the first arriving fire unit on location and encountered a fully involved Ford Ranger. The pick up has been having electrical problems prior to the fire and had some ammunition in the cab that was going off as firefighters were arriving on the scene. Assisting Leicester and Cuylerville were Mount Morris Fire, Mount Morris Ambulance, York Fire on standby for Leicester , Livingston County Sheriff Department and Livingston County Emergency Management.  If you look at picture labeled number four, A shell went of as i was taking this picture.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Hemlock Fire Department and Livonia Ambulance were dispatched to a reported house fire on Main Street Hemlock the evening of Wednesday September 12th, 2007.  A chief arrived and reported the fire out, however the house charged with smoke.  Command requested Livonia Ambulance to check a child that had reported smoke inhalation.  Investigating the cause was the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

On August 27th the LeRoy Fire Department placed into service the new Engine 63. This apparatus will play a key role in the response of the fire department to all areas of the district. Engine 63 will be the first responding unit to all fires and motor vehicle accidents.  The truck has a 500+ horsepower Caterpillar engine. The power is used to drive the 2000 gallons per minute pump and put the 1800 gallons of water in the tank into motion. It has a telescoping light tower that is powered by an onboard 15K generator. The generator also helps power a full set of “Jaws of Life” extrication equipment.   Many hours of planning, inspecting, outfitting and driver training went in to getting this Engine in service. The entire process took almost a year to complete. Thanks to all those who made extra efforts to get this valuable truck in service.

More details and photos are available on our website www.leroyfiredist.com

Information and Pictures provided by Joshua Pfendler.

On Monday, September 3rd, The York Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a Barn Fire at 2063 Casey Rd in the Town of York. First arriving fire units encountered heavy smoke conditions and requested one pumper and manpower from Caledonia.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Wednesday August 29th the Geneseo Fire Department was dispatched to Key Bank at 66 Main Street for smoke in the Building.  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

The East Bloomfield Fire Department responded to a reported Barn Fire on Hallock Road the afternoon of Thursday August 23rd, 2007.  Command reported a fully involved barn fire and requested several area companies to the scene for man power and tankers.  Other area departments provided fills.

The Avon Fire Department, Avon Ambulance, and Avon ALS Medic 70 were dispatched to a reported MVA with injury on Thursday August 23rd at approximately 12:00pm on East Main Street at Pole Bridge Road.  Car 2202 went on location with a 4 car MVA with at least 2 people trapped and requested East Avon for an additional set of extrication tools.  Avon EMS Command requested Avon's 2nd Ambulance and a Caledonia Ambulance to the scene for a 3rd Ambulance.  Three patients were transported to area hospitals.   Investigating the accident is the Avon Village Police.  Assisting at the scene was the New York State Police.  The Geneseo Ambulance covered a call while Avon was at the accident and the Livonia Ambulance filled in for Avon Ambulance.  Photos provided by the Web Master.

The Victor Fire Department (Ontario County) was dispatched to a structure fire on Glendower Way the morning of Sunday August 19th, 2007.  Victor Command requested Fishers and Egypt Fire Department from Monroe County to the scene.  Macedon filled in for Victor.  Egypt also sent a pumper to full in at Victor.

The Alabama Fire Department (Genesee County) was dispatched to a reported structure fire on Meadville Road on the Tonawanda Indian Reservation at the Tribal Office the morning of Sunday August 19th, 2007.  Alabama 151 went on location with a fully involved structure fire.  Command immediately requested a second and third alarm to the scene.  Fire departments from Genesee, Niagara, and Erie Counties responded.

The Hemlock Fire Department, Livonia Fire Department and Livonia Ambulance were dispatched to a reported trailer fire behind a residence on Main Street Hemlock the morning of August 18th, 2007.  Car 26 went on location with a camper fully involved behind the residence.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Jeffrey Arnold provided Pictures.

Andrew Eve

Nov. 11, 1973 - Aug. 13, 2007

It is with deep regret we had to report the untimely death of Andrew "Drew" Eve from the Livonia Fire Department.  Andrew passed away Monday evening August 13th, 2007 surrounded by his family.  Andrew fought a long and courageous battle with Cystic Fibrosis.  Andrew's wishes where to have his body donated to science for Cystic Fibrosis research & there were NO Calling Hours & NO Funeral, Andrew's family honored this.  Andrew requested a Celebration of Life gathering.  That was held on Friday August 17th, 2007 at 1:00pm at Long Point Park, on Conesus Lake; West Lake Road, Geneseo.   Andrew was a Livonia Firefighter, former EMT-I with Livonia EMS, a New York State Fire Instructor, Livingston County E911 Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher, & a friend to all.  A Blog has been created to post Memorials to the Eve Family and so you can post your favorite "Drew" story.

Shortly after 6:00am on Sunday July 22nd, 2007 the West Sparta Fire Department and Dansville Ambulance were dispatched to a reported house fire on Kysorville Road between the Dansville Mt. Morris Road and the Kysorville Byserville Road.  Car 5802 went enroute with smoke showing and requested a Second Alarm Assignment.  Car 5802 went on location with a fully involved house fire.  Assisting West Sparta at the scene were the following fire departments:  Dansville, Mt. Morris, Nunda, Groveland, Conesus, and Cuylerville.  Fill in Fire Departments were:  Nunda at West Sparta, Geneseo at Mt. Morris, Lakeville at Groveland, and Sparta in Dansville.  Canaseraga Ambulance filled in for Dansville Ambulance.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the Scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office and the American Red Cross.  Click here for photos.  Photos provided by Michael Johnson, Livingston County News.

On Friday July 20th. The Pavilion Fire Department along with the City of Batavia Ambulance were dispatched to a reported MVA on Route 63 at Hanson Concert Company in the Town of Pavilion. First units on the scene encountered a Dump truck into the Hanson office building and a Tractor Trailer blocking the west bound lane.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Monday July 16th, The Pavilion Fire Department conducted a controlled burn at 10854 South Street Rd in the Town of Pavilion. A small barn was the object of the evenings training session.  Hand lines and master streams were deployed around to protect a house and barn that were in close proximity  to the fire building. Departments assisting Pavilion were Bethany, Stafford and York.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a report of smoke in the building at the Coyne Laundromat on Genesee St. the evening of Monday July 16th, 2007.  Car 2201 went on location with nothing showing.  Upon investigation it was determined that there were clothing items in a drier on fire.  There was no structural damage to the building.  Assisting at the scene was the Avon Village Police.

Geneseo, York and Cuylerville FDs, Geneseo and York EMS, and Livingston County ALS responded for a reported plane crash on July 13, 2007 just before 7pm.  A replica World War 1 German Biplane was unable to gain enough speed and altitude, struck a treeline, and crash landed on the west side of the river in a farmers field.  The plane was participating in the Geneseo Airshow.  The pilot walked away from the crash with no injuries, but the plane was severely damaged.  Story on 10NBC .  Assisting in the investigation were the Livingston County Sheriffs Office, NYS Police, NYS Park Police, and the FAA.  Pictures by Dawn and Randy Worden.

The Dansville Fire Department and Ambulance along with Livingston County ALS Medic 78 were dispatched to a reported Tractor Trailer Rollover on the 390 South Entrance Ramp to I-390 the morning of Tuesday July 3rd, 2007.  Responding equipment found a tractor trailer tanker loaded with animal feed pellets rolled over. Investigating the cause of the accident is the New York State Police.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Pictures provided by Brian Wood, Dansville Car 5103.

On Monday July 2nd. the Bethany Fire Department was dispatched to a reported Hay Wagon - Field Fire fire on East Rd in the Town of Bethany. First arriving units encountered a Fully involved Wagon in the field with extension up the driveway and onto the road. Individuals with buckets were trying to control the fire that was rapidly approaching the large barn adjacent to the driveway. Departments assisting Bethany were Pavilion, Alexander, Stafford and Wyoming.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Sunday July 1st. Perry and Perry Center Fire Departments along with Perry EMS were dispatched at 11:37 am to a reported house fire at 6749 Oatka Rd in the Town of Perry. First arriving fire units encountered a house that was well involved. A second alarm was requested sending Castile, Warsaw, Silver Springs, and Wyoming to the scene and Leicester, Pavilion, Genesee Falls and Bethany on standby. A water supply was established by a tanker shuttle from a near by pond. An aggressive attack was mounted but unfortunately the house suffered extensive damage.  Story & photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Sunday July 1st. The Hemlock Fire Department conducted a live burn exercise at 4845 South Main St. in Hemlock. Two large piles of Trees, Brush and Old Building  Material were the object of drill.  Departments assisting Hemlock were Springwater, Conesus and Livonia EMS.  Story and pictures provided by Jay Lynch.

The Livingston Area Fireline Network extends its deepest sympathy to the Mt. Morris Fire Department and the Family of Carl Fowler upon learning of Carl's untimely death.  Carl was killed in a tour bus accident this morning on I-81 in New Milford Township, PA.  Twelve other people were injured in the crash.  More details are posted on News10 NBC, RNews, and 13 Wham TV.  Calling hours: Thursday July 5th from 4pm to 9pm at the Martin Funeral Home, Mt. Morris.  Firefighters services will be held.  All firefighters are requested to meet at the Mt. Morris Fire Station at 6:30pm to go as a group to the funeral home.  Funeral to be held Friday morning.   Update 07/07/07 pictures from the funeral provided by Michael Johns.

Jeffrey Arnold provided pictures from the Spring 2007 Firefighter I Class.

Len Mack provided us with a picture of Geneseo's new Grass Truck 312.

On Sunday June 24th. The Mount Morris Fire Department hosted a Water Ball Tournament at Bellamy Park in the Village of Mount Morris. Teams participating in the afternoons events were Mount Morris, Wayland, Wales Center, Silver Springs and Sheldon Fire Departments. Events included The Efficiency Run, Hydrant Hook Up and Scheduled was Water Ball, but due to an equipment malfunction, this unable to be held.  Story and pictures provided by Jay Lynch.

On Saturday, June 23, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held officially opening the Livingston County Center for Emergency Operations and Training at Hampton's Corners.  Story and Photo provided by Jeffrey Arnold. 

Local news media is reporting that Roger Yencer Jr. has been arrested for the 4th time in a year.  They are also reporting that the Mt. Morris Village Board has removed Roger from the position of Fire Chief.  click here for Rnews , Channel 13 ,  and Channel 10 . As soon as we have an official press release from the Village of Mt. Morris and/or the Mt. Morris Fire Department we will try to have it posted here.

On Monday June 18th. the Pavilion Fire Department conducted a controlled burn at 10588 South Street Rd in the Town of Pavilion. The barn had been pushed into a pile away from overhead power lines. Hand lines were deployed around the fire as a tanker shuttle was being set up. Departments assisting Pavilion were Bethany, York, Perry and Wyoming.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Saturday June 16th the Sparta Fire Department conducted alive burn exercise in an old home at 7904 Sparta Springwater TL Rd. in the Town of Sparta. Sparta and surrounding departments had the opportunity to conducted training evolution's on the house prior to Saturdays drill. Groveland Engine 324 set up a draft at a pond on the neighboring property and supplied Springwater Engine 544 through 400' LDH. Springwater placed hand lines to protect exposures to the North of the fire building while Sparta Engine 554 set up to draft from two port-a-tanks. Sparta set up hand lines to protect exposures on the South side while a tanker shuttle was being set up. Departments participating with Sparta were Dansville, West Sparta, Conesus, Groveland, Springwater and Wayland on standby for Sparta.  Story and photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Geneseo Fire Department and Geneseo Ambulance were dispatched to an Electrical fire at the Tractor Supply Store on Lakeville Road the afternoon of Saturday June 16th, 2007.  Luckily the fire was contained to the panel box but created a lot of black smoke.  As a result the store was closed for the remainder of the day.  Story and photos provided by Curt and Christa Grant.

On June 13th the East Avon Fire Department had received a call of a tank leaking propane but it had turned out to be Anhydrous Ammonia. 2701 was first to arrive on scene, at this time the gas was pouring across the road. The tank is a 3800lb tank containing about 3200lbs of the gas inside. 278 and 275 then arrived on scene blocking off all off the whole road. About ten minutes later the gas finally died down, killing all the grass around it and in about a day there will be nothing there. The tank had originally spilled because the hose connected to the tractor had broken off causing the Anhydrous Ammonia to leak out like it did. The tank and tractor had belonged to Stokee farms. Because it was their property they had arrived on scene and helped clean up the mess. Once they smothered the gas with the dirt they were able to go home.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management and the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Photos provided by East Avon Fire Department and were taken by Brittany Smyder who also provided the story.

On Sunday, June 10th., The York Fire Department conducted a live burn exercise at 3501 Retsof Rd in the Town of York. The object of the drill was an old house that was being removed to make room for a new one. Engine 173 set up a draft at the creek next to the treatment plant and Engine 175 laid 800' of LDH supply line down the side of the road to the fire building. Master streams and hand lines were set up to protect exposures. Engine 174 was standing by a hydrant with lines laid but not charged. Leicester Fire Department had two Engines on standby at the scene and there man power assisted during the exercise.  Story and photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Saturday June 9th the Dansville Fire Department conducted a water supply drill at Babcock Park in the Village of Dansville. Dansville's new engine 514 set up a draft out of one of the three port-a-tanks that were set up and deployed two master streams for the test. Two draft sites were set up at a small creek in the village. On William St. Mount Morris and Sparta used a mini pumper and portable pumps to fill tankers and on Van Campen St. Dansville used portable pumps to pump into a port-a-tank. Dansville's Engine 515 drafted from the port-a-tank to fill tankers. Departments assisting Dansville in the drill were West Sparta, Mount Morris, Sparta, Nunda, Groveland, Conesus, Wayland, Perkinsville and Atlanta North Cohocton  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

On Friday June 8th, 2007 the City of Batavia Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire with smoke and flames showing at 39 Washington Ave.  First arriving units encountered a working fire in the maintenance building of the Batavia City Schools.  Engine 14 hit the hydrant at the corner of Porter Ave. and Washington Ave. and laid 500 feet of LDH down the driveway to feed Engine 12.  An aggressive interior attack was able to control the fire in a relatively short period of time.  Additional platoons were requested to the scene to help with overhaul due to very warm weather conditions.  The temperature at the time of the fire was in the 90's.  Fire Department medics were on hand to keep an eye on the firefighters.  Firefighters from the Town of Batavia were placed on stand by in their quarters while the City was busy with the fire.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Saturday June 2nd,  Alexander Fire Department conducted a controlled burn on Stannard Rd in the Town of Alexander. An old partially dismantled house was the object of the days exercise. Alexander 6 laid a 700' LDH supply line down a driveway to a pond behind a residence across the road from the fire building and proceeded to set up a draft. Attica 5 connected to the supply line at the end of the driveway and supplied Alexander 7. Two master streams were set up on each side of the building. Tankers from Alexander, Bethany and Darien were parked on the road at the ready in the event of a supply line malfunction.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Mumford Fire District purchased an E-One Pumper that previously served the Spencerport Fire Department.

My friend Ronnie Irlbeck from DeFuniak Springs, FL and a Career Capt. with the Crestview Fire Department and a part - time firefighter with the Dorcas Fire Department spent several days this Spring assisting fighting the Wildland Fires on the Georgia and Florida Border.  He has sent me these Pictures to share with my friends.

The York Fire Department hosted its Annual York Fire Department Field Days June 1st and June 2nd.  Here are Pictures of the Parade provided by Jeffrey Arnold.

Just as Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were being released from East Avon's Structure Fire they were dispatched along with Medic 70 to a reported head on MVA on Genesee Street at Oak Street.  Avon Fire Department went on location with a 2 car head on MVA.  The operator of one vehicle saw the second car coming at them and was stopped at the time of the collision.  The other vehicle hit the stopped vehicle as a very slow speed.  Both operators were checked out by Avon Ambulance and neither were injured.  Investigating the cause of the accident is the Avon Village Police Department.

The East Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a reported barn fire on East Avon Lima Road near 390 the morning of Wednesday May 30th, 2007.  The NY State Police were first on location and confirmed a fully involved, large, barn on fire.  Car 2701 went on location and requested Avon and Lima Fire Departments to the scene.  A later request brought Lakeville and Livonia Fire Departments to the scene.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Photos provided by Avon Police Department.

The Perry and Perry Center Fire Departments along with Perry Ambulance and Wyoming County Medic 80 were dispatched to a reported MVA with injuries on Rt. 39 in front of the Perry Cycle Works the morning of Tuesday May 29th, 2007.  Mercy Flight was requested to the scene to transport a patient.

On Tuesday morning May 29th the Mumford Fire Department along with automatic mutual aide from Caledonia  were dispatched to a reported house fire at 1067 Main Street in Mumford.  First unit on scene reported smoke showing, assistance was requested from Scottsville and Churchville.  Churchville was placed back in service and Scottsville filled in for Mumford.  Avon Fire Department filled in for Caledonia.  Further investigation determined a dryer was on fire in the apartment.  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

The alarm that no fire fighter wants to hear occurred Saturday Morning May 26th, 2007 in Perry Center.  Perry Center and Perry Fire Departments were dispatched to a reported structure fire at the Perry Center Fire Station on Rt. 246 in the Hamlet of Perry Center.  Perry Center 501 went on location and immediately requested a Second Alarm.  Responding on the second alarm were: Warsaw, Wyoming, Pavilion, Castile, Wyoming Correctional and Leicester Fire Departments.  Castile Fire Department also filled in for Perry Fire Department and York Fire Department filled in for Leicester Fire Department.  Additional ambulances responded from Warsaw and Castile.  Two firefighters were treated for smoke inhalation.  Photos provided by Jay Lynch.  Additional Photos provided by Mark Milhollen 06-02-07.

The Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched Wednesday Evening, May 23rd, 2007 at approximately 20:00 hrs for a reported drier fire in the basement of the Avon Inn, 55 East Main St.  Car 2201 went on location with smoke showing.  Investigation found a fire in the drier with a heavy smoke condition.  Prior to the arrival of the fire department, employees of the Avon Inn used a fire extinguisher to contain the fire.  There was no extension to the structure except for the some smoke.  While crews were picking up at the Avon Inn, a second alarm came in for the odor of natural gas in a residence on North Avenue came in.  The crew from Quint 228 and Car 2202 handled the North Ave job and then returned to the Avon Inn.  Crews were back in service at approximately 21:30 hrs.

Nunda Fire Department held a multi drill on Sunday morning May 20th. at 481 Springbrook Road in the Town of Nunda. The home had been demolished prior to today live fire exercise. A port-a-tank was set up at each end of the fire building & many hand lines were positioned around to protect exposures. Departments involved in the controlled burn were Nunda, West Sparta, Mount Morris, Cuylerville, Genesee Falls, Canaseraga, Castile & Dansville on standby for Nunda.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Village of Dansville Fire Department has taken delivery of their new Pumper 514.  It is a Rosenbauer Pumper on a HME Custom chassis, 400 HP Cummins, Six passenger cab with five SCBA seats, Rosenbauer top control formed aluminum pumper body, Hale Q2 1250 GPM pump, 1250 gallon poly tank, Foam Pro 2001 with 30 gallon foam cell, 10" Rear Newton dump valve, Hydraulic ladder rack, 5000w Honda generator, Polished aluminum wheels, Rear rubber safety bumper.

The Cuylerville Fire Department and Ambulance along with the Leicester Fire Department and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported car vs bus MVA on Mt. Morris Road (Rt. 36) near Brian's USA Diner the afternoon of Monday May 7th, 2007.  Car 16 went on location with a car vs LATS Bus MVA, both vehicles over an embankment, and a subject trapped.  Assisting Cuylerville were both of Mt. Morris' Ambulances, Mt. Morris ALS Medic 75, and one of York's Ambulances.  Investigating the the accident is the New York State Police.  Assisting the New York State Police was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office and the New York State Park Police.

On Sunday May 6th the Stafford Fire Department conducted a live fire exercise in an old home at 9770 Roanoke Rd in the Town of  Stafford. Pavilion set up a draft at a dry hydrant on Fox Place St. and Bethany laid a LDH supply line out to Roanoke Rd. Bethany supplied Stafford at the fire building as multiple hand lines were deployed around to protect the exposures. Departments assisting Stafford were Pavilion, Bethany, South Byron on stand by in Stafford and York on standby for Pavilion.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Lima Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported small airplane crashed, possibly and ultra light airplane, on East Main Road, the morning of Thursday May 3rd, 2007.  Lima Ambulance with Avon ALS transported 1 patient to an area hospital.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office with the assistance of the FAA.

Hemlock Fire Department has placed in service a new HME Arhens Fox Pumper.

The Mt. Morris Fire Department preformed a controlled on a old house at the intersection of Frost Road and River Road.  Click here for pictures.   

On Saturday April 21st., The Pavilion Fire Department was dispatched to a tire fire at R W Taylor Trucking & Excavating on route 246 in the Town of Covington. A large column of black smoke could be seen for miles as fire equipment  from three county's responded to the fire. Tires that were used for covering a silage bunker were burning when fire units arrived on the scene. Departments assisting Pavilion were LeRoy, Stafford, York, Perry and Perry Center.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

On Monday evening, April 9th., The Livonia Fire Department held a multi department training exercise in an old house at 4941 South Livonia Rd in the Town of Livonia. The house had been used previously by the department for different training evaluations prior to this evenings live fire exercise. Hemlock Fire, with there new pumper, laid a LDH supply line and hit the Hydrant to supply water to Livonia's two pumpers at the fire building. Hand lines were deployed on the north and south sides as well as the front of the house prior to lighting the fire. Departments involved with Livonia for this evenings training were Livonia EMS, Hemlock, Conesus, Lakeville and Richmond.  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

On Saturday morning, March 31st. The Mount Morris Fire Department conducted a controlled burn at 6955 Cleveland Rd in the Town of Mount Morris. An old Barn that had fallen down and other out buildings were the subject of the drill. The buildings were being burned to make room for a new home to be built.  The remaining house on the property may be used by the Fire Department for training in the fall and then burned. Departments assisting Mount Morris were Leicester, West Sparta and Mount Morris Ambulance.  Story and photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The Springwater Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to stand by in quarters for a possible structure fire as the result of a domestic situation the evening of March 27th, 2007.  The New York State Police went on location confirming a working fire and a subject in the residence.  The subject did exit the structure on his own and was taken into custody by the New York State Police.  Car 54 went on location and requested mutual aid to the scene from Hemlock, Conesus, and Sparta Fire Departments.  Wayland was requested to stand by for Springwater.  Assisting at the scene was Livingston County ALS, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, and the American Red Cross Dansville/Clara Barton Chapter.  Assisting with the investigation is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.

The East Avon Fire Department and Avon Ambulance were dispatched to a automatic alarm at Genesee Valley Motors on Interstate Drive the afternoon of Wednesday March 21st, 2007.  Responding firefighters encountered a fire in the repair shop of the car dealership.  Click here for pictures.

On Sunday March 18th, The Leicester Fire Department was dispatched to a reported garage fire at 38 South Street in the Village of Leicester. First units on the scene encountered a fully involved garage. Departments assisting Leicester were Cuylerville and Mount Morris at the scene and York on Standby.  Investigating the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Story and photos provided by Jay Lynch.

Livingston County Office Of Emergency Management has offered the FAST Team Training Class this winter at Hampton's Corners.  Here are some pictures provided by Jeffrey Arnold.

The Rush Fire Department and Ambulance along with ALS Henrietta Medic 51 were dispatched to a reported car vs. tractor trailer MVA, with the tractor trailer rolled over, on I390 North near Rush Exit 11, the morning of Tuesday March 6th, 2007.  Rush 5C68 went on location and reported a person trapped in the car.  After 45 minutes the patient was extricated and transported to an area hospital.  Investigating the accident is the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the Scene was the New York State Police and an additional ambulance from Henrietta Ambulance.  Assisting with traffic was the East Avon Fire Department, Livingston County Sheriff's Office, and New York State Police who closed North Bound I-390 traffic at Exit 10 in Avon.  Pictures provided by John Yasso. Pictures were taken by Ron Faugh, Rush FD.

The morning of Tuesday March 6th, 2007 at approximately 7:30am, the Geneseo Fire Department and Ambulance along with Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported MVA on Mt. Morris Road (Rt. 63) near Jones Bridge Road.  Car 31 Went on location with a MVA and dangerous road conditions.  Geneseo Ambulance transported to area hospitals.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the scene was the New York State Police.

The York Fire Department And Ambulance along with Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported 1 car roll over MVA on Chandler Road near Genesee Street (Rt 63) the morning of Tuesday, March 6th, 2007.  Car 1702 went on location with a 1 car roll over MVA with a subject trapped.  York Ambulance with ALS transported one patient to an area hospital.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

Sheriff John M. York, in the interest of Public Safety declared a State of Emergency Monday Afternoon, March 5th, 2007.  Thereby closing all roads in Livingston County, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles and Personal and Essential Employees.  The State of Emergency was issued to do numerous serious motor vehicle accidents do to blowing and drifting snow.  At 8:00 am on Tuesday Morning, Sheriff York canceled the State of Emergency and issued a Travel Advisory for "No Unnecessary Travel".

The Groveland Fire Dept. responded and had assistance from the Dansville and Mt. Morris Fire Departments for multiple MVA's with multiple victims on I-390 between Exit 6 and Exit 7, near the Rest Area, the afternoon of Monday March 5th, 2007.  Ambulance from Geneseo, Dansville, Avon, Mt. Morris, and York along with ALS from throughout Livingston County responded to the scene.  Assisting at the scene was the NY State Police, Livingston County Sheriff's Office, and the Mt. Morris Village Police.  Photos provided by Gary Morrison.

The Geneseo Fire Dept. & Ambulance were dispatched to a reported MVA on Mt. Morris Rd. (Rt. 63) in the area of the Salt Mine, the afternoon of Monday, March 5th, 2007.  The occupants of the vehicle were checked by the Geneseo Ambulance and refused transport.  Assisting at the scene was the NY State Police.

The York Fire Department and Geneseo Ambulance were dispatched to a reported MVA at the same times as the School Bus MVA, Monday March 5th, 2007 near the intersection of Genesee St. (Rt 63.) and Federal Road.  Assisting at the scene was NY State Police, and Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The York Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported car vs. school bus MVA the afternoon of Monday March 5th, 2007 near the intersection of Main St. (Rt 36.) and Retsof Road.  Assisting at the scene was Livingston County ALS, NY State Police, and Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Caledonia and Mumford Fire Departments along with Caledonia Ambulance were dispatched to a MVA involving a snowplow and a car morning of Monday March 5th, 2007 on Avon Caledonia Road (Rt.5) near Cold Springs Road.  Command reported a snow plow vs car mva with 2 serious patients, one a code 500. Both patients were transported to area hospitals.  Assisting were ALS from Caledonia and Avon.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Caledonia and Mumford Fire Departments along with Caledonia Ambulance were dispatched to a MVA involving a ARC Bus on the morning of Monday March 5th, 2007 on Leicester Road (Rt. 36) near Black Street Road.  Command reported a ARC Bus on its side with 4 patients. All patients were transported to area hospitals.  Assisting at the scene was ALS from Caledonia and Avon.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Bergen Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported automatic alarm at Miller Woodworking, Rt. 19 at the Railroad tracks on Sunday March 4th, 2007 at approximately 5:00 am.  A Bergen Chief went on location with heavy smoke from a 2 story commercial structure and requested a second alarm.  As equipment was responding the fire was upgraded to heavy fire in a large warehouse type structure.  Fire departments from 3 counties responded including, but not limited to: Leroy, Stafford, Town of Batavia, Bryon, South Bryon, Caledonia, Mumford, Churchville, Brockport, and Chili.  Several other area departments provided stand by crews for the departments committed at the scene.

Will be hosting their annual Mini Toy Muster Sunday March 11th from Noon to 3:00pm at the Hilton Exempt Club, Rt. 259 behind the fire station.  Click Here for vender and visitor information. 

There is a new organization called the Greater Rochester Emerald Society. They are having an organizational meeting on February 21 and March 1.  For details, click here.

The Brighton Fire Department will host an informational meeting for student firefighters interested in joining the live-in program for the 2007-2008 academic year at Brighton Station One (3100 East Avenue, Rochester) on Thursday March 8 at 7:00 p.m. Applicants are asked to bring a letter of recommendation from their current fire chief. For more information please visit http://www.brightonfd.org/bunker.asp or contact Battalion Chief Aaron Hiller .

The Nunda Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported house fire at 10066 State Street in the Hamlet of Dalton the evening of Wednesday February 28th, 2007.  Nunda Command reported a working fire and requested Mt. Morris Fire Department to the scene and Genesee Falls for a stand by in Nunda.  Assisting at the scene was the Nunda Town Police, the American Red Cross, NYSE&G, and RG&E.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.

On Sunday February 25th the Hemlock and Conesus Fire Departments conducted Ice Water Rescue Drills on Hemlock Lake. Conesus Fire Department utilized there Air Boat for some of the rescue evolution's throughout the morning.  Both Departments trained with ropes and a rescue sled in the event the the air boat was not available to respond to an emergency.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

While on routine patrol on I-390, a NYS Trooper located a car fire on I-390 between Sonyea Rd. (Rt. 36) and Pioneer Road.  The Groveland Fire Department, Geneseo Ambulance, and Dansville Ambulance were dispatched.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Pictures taken by Tom McGory and provided by Tom Pearson.

The Mt. Morris Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported barn fire at 3053 Moyer Road the afternoon of Sunday, February 25th, 2007.  Car 4104 went on location with smoke showing.  Car 41 requested a pumper tanker from Nunda and West Sparta to the scene. Car 41 requested Cuylerville for a fill in.  Nunda Ambulance filled in for Mt. Morris Ambulance.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Pictures taken by Tom McGory and provided by Tom Pearson.

Chief John Morgan, Asst. Chief Alex Curry Jr., along with other members of the York Fire Department traveled to Connecticut on Friday, February 23rd, 2007 to inspect a used Rescue Truck that had been listed on FireTec for sale.  The delegation returned Friday evening with the truck.  York's new to them rescue truck is a 1982 Pierce on a Ford F750 Chassis. York over the next few weeks will be putting the truck in service.  Pictures will be posted as soon as we get them.

The Springwater Fire Department and Ambulance along with E39 automatic mutual assistance were dispatched to a reported house fire at 9080 Becker Road the evening of Saturday, February 24th, 2007.  Car 54 went on location with a fully involved house fire.  Car 5401 requested tankers from Atlanta and Perkinsville to the scene.  The Conesus Fire Department filled in for Springwater and Dansville Fire Department filled in for Wayland.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the New York State Police, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, and the Clara Barton Chapter #1 of the American Red Cross.

The Nunda Fire Department and Nunda Ambulance were dispatched to a report of smoke in the structure at the residence on the corner of Main St. and Maple St. in the Hamlet of Dalton the afternoon of Saturday, February 24th, 2007.  Car 42 went on location and reported smoke in the attic.  The Mt. Morris Fire Department stood by while Nunda was at the scene.

The East Avon Fire Department, Avon Ambulance, and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported tractor trailer rolled over and a person trapped, on I-390, North bound, North of Exit 10, Friday morning February 23rd, 2007 at approximately 5:30am.  Car 2701 went on location with a tractor trailer with tandem trailers on its side.  Avon Ambulance with Livingston County ALS transported one patient to an area hospital.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The York Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a two tractor trailer MVA on Genesee St (Rt.63) at the Wyoming County Line early Friday morning, February 23rd, 2007.  York Command went on location with a tractor trailer vs a dump truck with a trailer at the Wyoming County Line, just into Livingston County.  York EMS requested ALS, which was started out of Monroe County.  York Ambulance transported both operators to area hospitals.  Investigating the cause of the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting with traffic control was the New York State Police, Wyoming County Sheriff's Office and the Genesee County Sheriff's Office.  Pictures taken by Tom McGory and provided by Tom Pearson.

On Wednesday February 21st. the Mount Morris and West Sparta Fire  Departments along with the Mount Morris Ambulance participated in an Auto Extrication Drill on East Ridge Rd in the Town of Mount Morris. A Mini Van, A Car on its side and a small SUV on its roof were the subject  of the exercise.  Under the direction of Mount Morris Fire Chief, Joe Gervase, Members utilized several rescue tools. Air Bags, Cribbing, Assorted hand tools as well as two sets of the "Jaws of Life" were used.  At the end of the exercise all members gathered around to discuss the operation.  Story and photos by Jay Lynch.

On Sunday February 18th. The Mount Morris Fire Department and Mount Morris Ambulance Conducted a cold water rescue drill at a pond on Cleveland Rd in the Town of Mount Morris. Under the direction of Chief Joe Gervase, several water rescue evolution's were conducted throughout the morning.  Story and Photos provided by Jay Lynch.

The West Sparta Fire Department along with Dansville Ambulance and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a structure filled with smoke and an occupant still inside. 5801 went on location to find the occupant (suffering from smoke inhalation) had been pulled from the structure by a neighbor. A stove pipe had become disconnected thus causing the house to fill with smoke. The occupant was transported to the hospital with ALS. Assisting at the scene was Livingston County Emergency Services and the New York State Police.  Story provided by Mike Levey.

On Saturday, February 10, East Avon Fire and Avon EMS, along with Livonia Medic 74, responded to an MVA with a report of people trapped on Route 15 near Kemp's Bus Service. Car 27 arrived on location with a car on its roof. The driver was out of the vehicle upon arrival of fire units. He was transported by Avon EMS to Strong.  Story and Photos by Jeffrey Arnold.

The East Avon Fire Department was dispatched to a reported dog thru the ice on a pond, on Hogmire Road, Wednesday evening February 7th, 2007.  2701 requested an Ice Rescue response from Geneseo Fire Department and Avon Ambulance to stand by at the scene.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Lima Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported MVA on Livonia Center Road at Jenks Road the afternoon of Wednesday February 7th, 2007.  2304 went on location with the MVA and reported people trapped.  An Ambulance and ALS from Livonia was requested to the scene.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

The Dansville Fire Department and Ambulance, Livingston County ALS Medic 78, and the South Dansville Fire Department were dispatched to a reported MVA with injury on County Route 46, Steuben County, the evening of Tuesday February 6th, 2007.  Investigating the accident is the New York State Police with the assistance of the Steuben County Sheriff's Office.

The Dansville Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported fire in the basement at a residence on Morey Ave. the afternoon of Tuesday February 6th, 2007.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Sparta Fire Department and the Dansville Village Police.  The Perkinsville Fire Department filled in for Dansville.  Pictures provided by Tom Pearson.

The West Sparta Fire Department, Dansville Fire Department, and Dansville Ambulance were dispatched to a reported barn fire on Stoner Hill Road the morning of Tuesday February 6th, 2007.  Despite the efforts of the responding personal, there was a fatality involved with this fire.  Investigating at the scene was the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, and the Livingston County Corners Office. Pictures provided by Tom Pearson.

The East Avon Fire Department, Avon Ambulance, and Avon ALS Medic 70 were dispatched to a reported MVA on 390 at the Triphammer Bridges the morning of Tuesday February 6th, 2006.  Investigating the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff Office.

On Saturday, February 3, at 11:30 a.m., Geneseo Fire and EMS responded to a 2 car MVA with a person trapped on Lakeville-Groveland Road. Firefighters freed the trapped victim using the "Jaws of Life", Mercy Flight Central was requested, but do a equipment malfunction at the scene, all patients were transported by Geneseo EMS to area hospitals with Livingston County ALS. The Livingston County Sheriff's Office also responded to the scene.  Photos provided by Jeffrey Arnold.

The East Avon Fire Department, Avon Ambulance, and Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a confirmed head on MVA on Lakeville Road in front of Fratelli's the morning of Friday February 2nd, 2007.  Car 27 went on location with the MVA at the intersection of Rochester Road and West Lake Road, just into the Lakeville Fire and Livonia Ambulance District.  Both were dispatched along with Livonia Ambulance ALS Medic 74.  Avon Ambulance and Livonia Ambulance both with ALS, transported patients to area hospitals.  Investigating the cause of the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Assisting at the scene was the New York State Police.

The East Avon Fire Department, Avon Ambulance, and Livingston County ALS were dispatched for a reported 1 car MVA with a person trapped, on Darby Road near Littleville Road on Thursday night, January 25th, 2007.  Car 2702 Ken Farrell went on location with a car vs pole MVA.  Avon's second ambulance was also requested to the scene.  Both ambulance transported patients to area hospitals.

On Tuesday evening, January 23rd, 2007 the Livonia Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported garage fire on South Livonia Road.  2501 Brad Austin went on location and declared a working fire.  2501 requested Lakeville and Geneseo to the scene with 1 pumper and interior firefighters from each department.  East Avon was requested for 1 pumper to fill in Lakeville for both Lakeville and Livonia Fire Departments.  Investigating the cause of the fire is the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Photos provided by Jeffrey Arnold.

On Monday, January 22, Hemlock and Livonia Fire Departments and Livonia EMS responded to a reported structure fire with possible entrapment at 5074 Old Bald Hill Road. Car 25 arrived on location, reported a working basement fire and everyone out of the house. Richmond FD responded to the scene with a tanker and an aerial. The fire was brought under control in about 20 minutes. Livingston County Emergency Management also responded to the scene. Lakeville and East Avon Fire Departments filled in at Livonia. Bristol FD filled in at Richmond.  Story and Photos by Jeffrey Arnold.

On Saturday, January 20, Livonia Fire and EMS responded to a two-car MVA with people trapped on Route 15 near Van Zandt Road. Lakeville FD was requested to set up an LZ for Mercy Flight at the Livonia fire station. Two helicopters flew two patients to Strong, and a third was transported to Strong via Geneseo EMS and Medic 79. The Livingston County Sheriff's Office also responded to the scene.  Story and Photos by Jeffrey Arnold.

MVA - Hemlock - Friday - January 19th, 2007

On Friday, January 19, Hemlock Fire and Livonia EMS responded to an MVA  on Route 15A, just north of Big Tree Road. Fire units found a truck into a pole. The driver was transported by Livonia EMS to Strong. Livonia FD assisted with fire police.  Story & Photos by Jeffrey Arnold.

The Geneva Fire Department Presents: 

Private Dwellings – The Ins and Outs

With Battalion Chief Gerald Tracey – FDNY

Saturday February 17th, 2007 at the Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca Street.  Registration 8:30am, presentation 9:00am to 12:30pm.  Click here for more details.

Pumper ~ Tanker For Sale

The Mt. Morris Fire Department has their old Tanker 417 available For Sale.  It is a 1992 Marion fire body and a Spartan Chassis.  It has a 1500 gal. tank and a 1250 gpm Hale pump.  The motor is a Cummings with a Allison transmission.  For pricing information and any other questions contact Joe Gervase - Fire Chief.  Photos provided by Joe Gervase.

Mumford to Purchase Used Pumper

Mumford is in need of a used pumper they can purchase that will last them 5 years.  Their old pumper failed pump test and it is not economically worth it to put the money into the truck.  Mumford could use a 4 man, 1250 gpm or more pumper.  If you have a pumper that would fit Mumford's needs or questions for Mumford Fire Department, you can email Mumford FD or Past Chief Dan Chapman.

Controlled Burn - Alabama - Saturday - January 13th, 2007.

On Saturday January 13th the Alabama Fire Department conducted a live fire exercise in an old mobile home on Alleghany Rd in the Town of Alabama. A tanker shuttle was set up to supply water to a Port-a-tank at the scene. Departments assisting Alabama on that snowy morning were Oakfield, Indian Falls, and Shelby.  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

Structure Fire - Pavilion - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

The Pavilion and LeRoy Fire Departments were dispatched to a reported House Trailer Fire with a possiblity of a person trapped at 10321 Creek Road on Tuesday night January 9th, 2007 at approximately 11:00pm.  Pavilion 501 went on location with a fully involved house trailer fire and requested a second alarm.  Several Fire Departments from Genesee and Wyoming Counties were dispatched to the scene or to fill ins.  From Livingston County York responded with tankers to the scene but were re-routed to stand by at the Pavilion Fire Station.  Caledonia Fire Department filled in while LeRoy was at the fire.  Investigating the fire is the Genesee County Fire Coordinators Office.

House Fire - Alexander - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

On Tuesday January 9th. the Alexander Fire Department was dispatched at 05:30am to a report of a structure fire at 10681 route 98 in the Town of Alexander. First unit on the scene reported smoke showing and requested a First Alarm. Crews from Attica, Bennington, Bethany, Darien and a FAST team from Town of Batavia were dispatched. Two women were transported to the Hospital for evaluation and one firefighter was treated for a hand injury.  Story and Photos by Jay Lynch.

MVA - Livonia - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

The Lakeville Fire Department, Livonia Ambulance, and Livonia ALS were dispatched to a reported roll over MVA on Bronson Hill Road between Stone Hill Road and South Lima Road the morning of Tuesday, January 9th, 2007.  Car 21 went on location with a vehicle on its top and he was told the victim was in a residence.  No patient was transported.  Investigating the cause of the accident is the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

MVA - Canadice - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

The Hemlock Fire Department, Livonia ALS, and Honeoye Ambulance were dispatched to a reported car rolled over and a subject trapped the morning of January 9th, 2007 on State Highway 15A near Old Bald Hill Road.  Car 2602 went on location on State Highway 15A near Lawrence Hill Road with a car on its side and the subject out of the vehicle.  No patient was transported.  Investigation the accident is the Ontario County Sheriff's Office.

MVA - Canadice - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

The Springwater Fire Department and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported roll over MVA on the North Townline Road between Ross Road and Ontario County Highway 37 the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 9th, 2007.  Mercy Flight was requested for a stand by, but could not fly do to weather conditions.  Car 5401 went on location with a vehicle rolled over and the subject out of the vehicle.  5401 held the assignment to the ambulance to check the victim.  No patients were transported.  Investigating the accident is the Ontario County Sheriff's Office.

MVA - Geneseo - Tuesday - January 9th, 2007

The Geneseo Fire Department and Ambulance along with Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported car vs. tree MVA on Lima Road in the Village of Geneseo the early morning of Tuesday, January 9th, 2006.  Mercy Flight was put on stand by, but was unable to fly do to weather conditions. Car 31 went on location with a car into the tree with a subject trapped. Geneseo Ambulance with ALS transported one patient to an area hospital.  Investigating the cause of the accident is the Geneseo Village Police.  Assisting at the scene was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

MVA - Geneseo - Saturday - January 6th, 2007

On Saturday, Jan 6, at 3:29 p.m., Geneseo Fire and EMS responded to a rollover MVA in the northbound lane of I-390, north of Exit 8. Car 31 arrived on location with a car on it's top in the median. The driver was still in the vehicle, but not trapped. He was transported by Geneseo EMS to Strong. Livingston County ALS, Livingston County Sheriff's Office & the New York State Police responded to the scene.  Story & Photos by Jeffrey Arnold.

Structure Fire - West Sparta - Wednesday - January 3rd, 2007

The West Sparta Fire Department and Dansville Ambulance were dispatched to a reported chimney fire on Reed Road during the evening of January 3, 2007. 5802 went on location with fire in the chimney and with some extension in the area of the insert. Personnel contained the fire to the chimney area. Dansville was requested to the scene with one pumper and Groveland provided a fill in.  Investigating at the scene was the Livingston County Office of Emergency Management.  Story provided by Mike Levey.

MVA - West Sparta - Monday - January 1st, 2007

The West Sparta Fire Department and Dansville Rescue and Ambulance along with  Livingston County ALS were dispatched to a reported one car roll-over MVA on Redmond Road in the early morning hours of January 1, 2007.  Car 5801 went on location with a car off the road upside down in the ditch.  The victim had crawled from the car. Dansville Ambulance with ALS transported one victim to an area hospital.  Investigating the cause of the accident was the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Story provided by Mike Levey.

Caledonia Fire District

The Caledonia Fire District is pleased to announce its new web site.  The web site address is: http://www.caledoniafiredistrict.org/ .  Mike Lubitow is the webmaster.

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