FDIC
Here's a quick update from FDIC in Indianapolis, IN. Tons of exhibits and we have found even more information from vendors especially in regards to equipment related to our grant awards. Many good and some not so good extrication demonstrations and information. Its a lot of walking and my feet are killing me! Here is a video of the pipe and drum ceremony kicking off the exhibition.
Two Vehicle MVA on Vanzora Road
West Marshall units responded to Vanzora Road in reference to a 2 vehicle MVA with entrapment. Units on scene reported two vehicles with one involving entrapment. WMFD performed approximately 22 minute extrication and established a helicopter landing zone for PHI Air Medical, who later transported the patient to Deaconess in Evansville. Units remained to perform traffic control assistance and cleanup.
Units responding: Engine 800, Engine 802, Brush 82, Brush 1201, Pumper 1205
Units responding: Engine 800, Engine 802, Brush 82, Brush 1201, Pumper 1205
Anhydrous Ammonia Leak Call on Bondurant Lane
This evening West Marshall Fire Department responded to a call of an agricultural anhydrous ammonia tank leaking in a field near a residence on Bondurant Lane. Units on scene found a tank leaking a moderate amount of fluid. One house was evacuated that could smell the anhydrous and a perimeter established. Units approached the tank under protective conditions and closed a partially open valve. No injuries are reported.
Units responding: 800, 802, 803, 804, Brush 82, Brush 81, Support 81, 1205
Units responding: 800, 802, 803, 804, Brush 82, Brush 81, Support 81, 1205
West Marshall Fire Department
After years of planning and the hard work of many
people, the merger of the Harvey-Brewers Fire Department and the ENO Fire
Department has been finalized.
Effective April 16, 2013, the Harvey-Brewers Fire Department & Elva,
New Harmony, and Oak Level Fire Departments are merged and now referred to as
the West Marshall Fire Department. It
will take some time to complete the transition to one system of government, but
operationally we’ve been functioning as one Fire Department for quite some time.
As we all are well aware the fire service is fast
paced and ever-changing. We know from
the first day in to embrace change and evolution, from our equipment to
firefighting techniques and even to the operations of the departments themselves. Several years ago I approached ENO with a
proposal to merge with Harvey-Brewers and form one Fire Department. During this time, many people have asked why
a merger is necessary. My answer is that
it isn’t necessary. Progress doesn’t
require necessity to work. There are
many more reasons to consider consolidation with economic instability, waning manpower
concerns, equipment redundancies, spending reductions, etc. as opposed to
reasons not to merge. However, let me
assure you all this merger is not happening due to personnel,
operational or financial despair of either department. Both departments were functioning
satisfactorily on their own. With that
being said, I’d like to take a moment to personally and publicly thank Doug
Redden for the outstanding job he has done with ENO over the past several
years. Doug, as well as Jonathan Smith,
will both represent the West Marshall Fire Department well as Assistant
Chiefs.
We will continue use of the “8” series of unit
numbers and will discontinue use of the “12” series. Due to the number of vehicles, there will be
some changes in our truck numbering to accommodate. As far as responses, all automatic mutual aid
agreements still exist and no substantial changes should be noticed. We will still depend on our neighboring
departments for mutual aid as we always have, and hopefully this will blossom
new opportunities for collaborative training efforts and improved operational
relationships.
We
feel that this is a wonderful opportunity for us to grow as a Fire Department
and continue to provide the level of service that our taxpayers deserve, while
simultaneously reducing redundancies and streamlining operations.
CPR Training
HB/ENO units as well as Palma-Briensburg conducted a joint CPR training at the Briensburg Fire Station.
Harvey-Brewers Fire Dept. Awarded FEMA Fire Grant
We're pleased to report that the Harvey-Brewers Fire Dept was awarded $23,798 for operations and safety from the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. These funds will be utilized to purchase state of the art extrication equipment in order to better serve the residents and travelers in the West Marshall area.
Brush Fire on Arant Road
Harvey-Brewers/ENO Units responded to a report of a brush fire behind a residence on Breezel School/Arant Road area. Units arrived to find approximately 1/2 acre of heavy woodland on fire. Units utilized ATV and hand tools to extinguish the fire. HB/ENO Units requested the assistance of Palma-Briensburg Fire Dept as well.
Units responding: 1201, Brush 2, Ranger 1
Units responding: 1201, Brush 2, Ranger 1
Two Vehicle MVA on Symsonia Highway
HB/ENO Units responded to a 2 vehicle crash on Symsonia Highway this evening. Units arrived to one vehicle blocking the roadway and another vehicle in a ditch. Units provided traffic support and fluid cleanup. No injuries reported.
Units Responding: Engine 800, Engine 802, Brush 1201
Deameon Phillips
Since the website has taken off quite well, I'm going to start passing accolades occasionally. One thing that we're really proud of at HB/ENO is our firefighter certification percentage. We continually maintain over 80 percent certified firefighters, and that is attributed to hard work and dedication of everyone. But thanks to technology I can now spread the word! We just received in the mail a recent certification for Deameon Phillips. It took him some time and effort, but it's all worth it. Congratulations Deameon!
Traffic Control on Symsonia Highway
HB/ENO units assisted Benton FD in traffic control on a semi trailer that is stuck blocking Symsonia Highway.
Units Responding: Engine 800
Units Responding: Engine 800
Structure Fire on Wadesboro Road North
Units responding: Engine 800, Engine 802, Tanker 803, Tanker 804, Engine 1205, Tanker 1202
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Striping on 1201 (aka Brush 1) and Merger News...
Since the addition of the reflective striping on Brush 2, we decided to stripe the rear of ENO's brush truck as well. Here is the photo, see what you think:
I really think the striping is worth every penny.
Also, tonight was the Harvey-Brewers Fire Board meeting, and it was voted to petition the County Clerk to merge Harvey-Brewers and ENO Fire Districts. Thanks to everyone for all the hard work and support to this point.
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