Greenville Firefighters IAFF Local 1976

Just before 2pm, Engine 96-2 was requested to assist Station 89 with a brush fire on US Hwy 322 just outside of Jamestown. The crew from 96 operated on scene for just over two hours before returning to station.

Pennsylvania's Move Over Law is now in effect. The law requires drivers approaching an emergency response area who are unable to safely merge into a lane farthe...r away from the response area to slow to at least 20 mph under the speed limit. An emergency response area is one where an emergency vehicle has its lights flashing, or where road crews or emergency responders have lighted flares, posted signs, or try to warn travelers. Follow the link below to read more! https://bit.ly/MoveOverPA See more

Just after 5:00pm Tuesday evening, Station 96 was dispatched for a commercial fire in a 6 unit apartment building on N. High St. Engine 96 arrived to find heavy fire conditions in the middle apartment unit extending into the common attic area. Crews from 96 and multiple other area Fire Department operated on scene for close to 4 hours. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this fire.

Anyone Can Enjoy Easy Paddling on the Upper Shenango River Water Trail in Mercer County, PA April 10, 2018 A one-hour drive from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Erie, in the Western Pennsylvania county of Mercer, is a fantastic water trail that all ages can enjoy. The scenic Upper Shenango River Water Trail provides 23 miles of easy canoe and kayak paddling or inner tube floating. Starting in Pymatuning State Park, and running through the towns of Jamestown and Greenville, the tr...ail ends at the Army Corp of Engineers facility at the Shenango River Lake. The trail is comprised of seven non-motorized boat launches so paddlers can choose several different lengths for their float. To help visitors enjoy the river, two companies, Carried Away Outfitters and Pymatuning Rentals and Information Center, are ready to assist. Carried Away Outfitters’ opening day for the 2018 season is April 28 at two locations: 4220 East Lake Road, Jamestown, PA 16134 and in Riverside Park, 45 Alan Avenue, Greenville, PA 16125. Carried Away Outfitters has a fleet of kayaks and canoes for rent for organized groups, families, or friends to enjoy paddling Pymatuning Lake or down the Upper Shenango River Trail. For more information and a complete list of services offered and events hosted throughout the season, such as the Full Moon Floats, visit them at www.carriedawayoutfitters.com. The start of the 2018 season for Pymatuning Rentals and Information Center is on April 22, Earth Day, and ends on Labor Day. A family-owned and operated business, they offer kayak, canoe, and inner tube rentals, with shuttle service on the Upper Shenango Water Trail. Pymatuning Rentals specializes in accommodating company picnics, family reunions, and organization meetings. They host many events throughout the season including Earth Day Pick N Paddle, Mom’s Free Float, Father’s Float Free Day, and their largest event, Pyma-Tubing. A complete list of events can be found on their Facebook page. They are located at 1 Gibson Street, Jamestown, PA 16134. See more

GFD Monthly Activity Report for November 2020 INCIDENTS: 60 - EMS Incidents 11 - False Alarm 5 - Tree & Wires Down ... 4 - Electrical Emergency 3 - Building Fires 3 Carbon Monoxide/Haz Mat Incident 2 - Dispatched & Canceled Enroute 2 - Smoke Investigation 2 - Burning Complaint 1 Traffic Control 1 Lock out 1 - Vehicle Fire Total number or Incidents = 95 Of the 95 alarms, 11 were assist to other Fire Departments and EMS Agencies. CODE ENFORCEMENT: 121 - Rental Inspections 22 - Commercial Building Fire Inspections Total Inspections for the month of November = 143 Additional activities: One evacuation drill witnessed, 4 hours of training, and 56 smoke detector batteries changed.

Your Greenville firefighters are getting ready for the reverse Christmas parade at riverside park tonight! We're looking forward to seeing all the kids and parents. Parade starts at 5pm enter from Alan Ave from College Ave! We would like to thank Greenville Chamber of Commerce for their creative thinking, and sponsoring this worthwhile community event! We hope to see everyone tonight!

With the pending inclement weather please drive cautiously on the roadways.

Everybody needs to see this, It only takes 30 seconds for a dry Christmas tree to engulf your room in flames

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you to all those that have served and those currently serving!