Lafayette Fire Company

This afternoon, The Engine Company was dispatched with the First Alarm Assignment to the 900 Block of Sheaffer Road in Box Area 54-01 for a Dwelling Fire. The caller reported a smoke condition in the kitchen of the residence. First arriving units found a moderate smoke condition in the kitchen, which was traced back to a fire in the wall and floor. Engine 63-2 was the second arriving Engine and deployed a back up line from Engine 54-2. Crew members assisted in opening up the wall and floor to extinguish the deep seated fire. The Engine Company operated on the box for about two hours before returning to service. PC: Spadaccia Photography, MPO H. Hershey

Just prior to lunch, both Engines handled a Vehicle Fire on Ranck Avenue in Lancaster Township. The fire was mostly contained to the engine compartment of the vehicle. Crews fully extinguished the fire, checked for hotspots, and cleared roughly 20 minutes into the incident.

Space heaters account for 4 out of 5 home heating fire deaths. Over half of home heating fires are reported during December, January and February. Here are a few safety tips to help reduce your risk of a home fire as a result of heating equipment. 1. Using any kind of heating equipment? Keep ANYTHING that can burn at least 3 feet away from it. ... 2. Remember to TURN OFF portable heaters whenever you leave the room or go to bed! 3. Keep children and pets at LEAST 3 feet away from heating equipment. 4. Test your smoke alarms at least once a month. For more information regarding Heating Safety, check out the NFPA's website: http://ow.ly/W1LhI

The LFC extends our sincere condolences to the East Lampeter Township Police Department, and to the family and friends of Police Lieutenant, Robin Weaver (ret.). Over his years of service, Lt. Weaver worked side-by-side with many of our volunteers on emergency scenes. His dedication and service to our community and his job was unwavering and unparalleled. We are honored to be able to host his life celebration at our fire station. Please keep Lt. Weaver's family and the ELTPD in your thoughts during this difficult time.

This evening, Lafayette Fire Company Officers were sworn into their positions for the year 2022. The oath of office was lead by PA State Rep. Keith Greiner. Officers for the year 2022: Executive Officers:... President: Jason Beiler Vice President: Tom Lieberher Recording Secretary: Howard Hershey Treasurer: Rick Kurtz Financial Secretary: Donna See Director (Member at large): John Long Director (Member at large): Suzi Sutton Director (Community Member at Large): Mike Lorelli Fire Officers: Fire Chief: Dave Keens Deputy Chief: Jeff Keens Captain 63-1: Matt Pfeiffer Captain 63-2: Dylan Leed Lieutenant 63-1: John Long Lieutenant 63-2: Brett Fassnacht FP Captain: Pedro Urena FP Lieutenant: Jeff Hatfield Chief Engineer: Howard Hershey Thank you Representative Greiner for coming out this evening. We look forward to working with all of our officers this year, as well as our community.

Around 3:30AM, Engine 63-1 and Squad 63-1 handled a Vehicle Accident with Rollover at Route 30 E and Lincoln Highway East. There were no injuries. Units stood by until the car was removed from the wooded area along the highway. Company 62 (Witmer Fire Protective Association) Fire Police were dispatched, but weren’t needed.

The Lafayette Siren Has Been Redesigned! We have redesigned the Lafayette Siren Newsletter. Instead of monthly, we will release a new issue once a quarter. We have added a new page to the left menu on our homepage where you can go to find the current edition. Click on the Download button to open the newsletter in a PDF. Check out the new look and we thank you for your continued support! https://lafayettefire.com/lafayette-siren-newsletter/

She’s almost complete!

Yesterday, Engine 63-2 attended the funeral service for Officer Wendell Metzler. The service was held at the Worship Center in Leola, followed with a procession to the Bareville Cemetery where he was laid to rest. Officer Metzler served with the Upper Leacock Fire Company, West Earl Fire Station 29, West Earl Township Police Department, and the New Holland Police Department. He had served the community for more than 2 decades. Wendell was well known for his book, Unchained, and often went around to share his story. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Metzler Family during this difficult time.

A huge shoutout to Rookie Firefighter Brad Bell who has recently completed around 100 hours in entry level firefighting essentials. Brad began his Volunteer Fire Service with the Paul Smiths Gabriel’s Volunteer Fire Department. He is an eagle scout with Troop 8 of Bird In Hand. Brad has a Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Science and Minor in GIS from Paul Smiths College. ... Thank you for your service Brad, keep up the good work!

~ Throwback Thursday ~ September of 2010 The LFC was dispatched to assist the Lampeter Fire Company with a residential structure fire at 7 Resch Lane in West Lampeter Township. This street is just off of Millport Road and is very close to our fire station. The call came in right around 10am.... When units from 63 and 54 arrived, they found a well advanced fire which had started on the exterior of the home. The closest fire hydrant was roughly 1,800’ away on Southgate Drive. In addition to this hydrant, tankers were also used to shuttle water to the scene.

Don’t miss this Friday 4-8pm!! Food Trucks Fundraiser with Lancaster EMS at our fire station!! Food trucks, more than 20 vendors selling crafts & household items, selfie booth, Lancaster Barnstormers Cylo appearance, Fire and Public Safety Demonstrations, and more to support Lafayette Fire and Lancaster EMS!! Foodtruckfundraiser.eventbrite.com for ticket to attend and win cool prizes!

The new pumper is nearing completion at Pierce Manufacturing in Wisconsin. Final inspection is scheduled to begin on April 23rd!

Checkout this video of Lancaster EMS and come join us for a joint Food Truck Fundraiser next Friday 4-8pm at Lafayette Fire Co to learn more about joining both organizations that serve our community! More info available at joinLafayette.com or see LEMSA link in video. #HelpUsHelpOthers Food Truck invite: April 23rd!foodtruckfundraiser.eventbrite.com Every ticket gives you a chance to win cool prizes! ... Public safety demonstrations will be onsite throughout the event great food trucks Raffle items & mini makers market! CDC guidelines to be followed. #willyourescueyou #mutualaid #lancasterpa #EastLampeterTownship

**Public Service Announcement** Sunday night saw too close of a call for West Earl Fire Station 29: MOVE OVER IT’S THE LAW! Traffic 29 was struck and damaged while blocking at a jackknifed tractor trailer on 222N. Thankfully no one was injured. ... Slow down and move over especially when emergency vehicles and tow trucks are present. #moveoveritsthelaw #everyonegoeshomesafe #lancasterfirstresponders

DC Jeff Keens is in this weeks member spotlight for his devoted effort to the Lafayette Fire Company, aside from his responsibility with the Arconic Industrial Fire Brigade - Company 98. Keep up the good work DC, we couldn’t do it without you!

Our 2nd annual Fasnachts for Fassnacht event is live! Preorder your fasnachts (1 dozen powdered/glazed mix sourced from Bird-in-Hand Bakery). We will have limited sales of Fasnachts for drive-thru pickup February 15th 5-7pm and February 16th 6-10am. While we celebrate Fasnacht Day, we also are celebrating the life of our late member, Jan Fasnacht, who was an extraordinary community servant serving as an East Lampeter Township police officer, local EMS provider and Lafayette volunteer. His legacy lives on at Lafayette, as his wife Coral serves as an associate member, m his two sons, Brett & Alec, are firefighters, and new to Lafayette in 2020 is his niece, Kari Malmer, an associate member. https://Lfc63.square.site (please share this link with your friends, family & colleagues)!

Recently, the Lafayette Fire Company has responding to a slight increase in residential stove / kitchen fires. Kitchen fires are the leading cause of all house fires across the nation every year. Approximately 550 citizens lose their life each year in result to fires that began in the kitchen of a home and approximately 4,800 citizens are injured in these fires. Attached is a link with some fire safety tips for fires in the kitchen.

~ Throwback Thursday ~ March 17th, 2007 Truck 6-3 was dispatched on the 1st alarm assignment to 35 S Willowdale Drive in Ronks’ first due for a building fire at Rockvale Square. ... The initial caller reported a sign on fire on the front of one of the stores. Due to heavy snowfall, there was already a crew in station and thus, Truck 6-3 was one of the first arriving units. Crews initially thought it was a minor fire at the sign on the overhang of the building. As they began opening up the outside of the overhang, it was quickly determined the fire was throughout the void space across five or six stores. A second alarm was struck sending Engines 6-3-1 and 6-3-3 to the scene. Due to road conditions, it took an a extended time for additional companies to arrive. Crews were able to gain entry into the main stores to try and stop the fire from getting inside the main building. Truck 6-3 was used to master stream just the overhang of the building to knock down the bulk of the fire. Special thanks to Life Member, Scott Hershey for the background information on the incident.

Just after rush hour, Engine and Truck Company 63 were dispatched to the area of Old Philadelphia Pike and Sage Drive for a reported Chimney Fire, with mutual aid from Witmer and Bird-in-Hand Fire Company. Upon the arrival of Chief 62 (Sherman) and Lieutenant 63-1 (Long) the residence was located closer to Old Philadelphia Pike and Backwalter Road, making it a Company 62 call. Truck 63 sent the bucket to the roof to examine the chimney for any fire that remained in it, whil...e engine companies removed the burning material from inside of the residence. Be sure to have your chimneys cleaned and inspected annually!

Progress on the new pumper is coming along. Pierce just sent us these photos of production.

As part of our Member Appreciation Dinner last evening, our most recent past Company President Jeff Hatfield was recognized for his 5 years in office. Hatfield served as a Vice President on the Executive Board before being elected to the office of company president, in which he held for the past 5 years. Jeff continues to sit on the Board of Directors as an affiliate director, still serves in the capacity of an apparatus operator, and holds the position of Fire Police Lieuten...ant. In addition to Jeffs lengthy service with the LFC, he is the appointed Emergency Management Coordinator for East Lampeter Township, is a Pennsylvania State Constable, is a Police Officer with the York Fair Grounds Police Department, and is the Director of Security at UPMC Lititz Hospital. Jeff also served in the United States Army, as a firefighter after he graduated highschool. Jeff is a perfect example of a dedicated community servant, and cannot be recognized enough for all that he provides to our community and company. Thank you for your continued service Jeff, we couldn’t do it without you!

Yesterday, the PA State Police Troop J Civic Association presented us a check to show appreciation for our support of their Shop with a Cop event! We are extremely grateful for their generosity and look forward to this year’s event!

Last Evening, Lafayette Fire Company volunteers met for our April Business meeting and member appreciation dinner. This appreciation dinner was held in lieu of a formal company banquet, due to COVID-19. Annually, the LFC typically holds a formal banquet to recognize the members who serve our company and community. Members commenced with dinner and the presentation of small appreciation awards, before starting the meeting. ... Thank you Lancaster BBQ Supply for catering the meat portion, to the Conestoga Restaurant for catering baked beans, Michael's Homestyle Breads for providing rolls, and to an anonymous donor for catering salad and cake. Also, thank you to Lancaster BBQ Supply for the donation of a new blackstone grill for our members to use while cooking in the station, as well as a new smoker to raffle off in conjunction with our BBQ this weekend!

Engine 63-1 and Squad 63-1 responded to the scene of a 2 vehicle accident in the 1100 block of Ranck Mill Road during the morning commute. The crews assisted with Hazard and Traffic Control and were on scene for 40 minutes.

This afternoon, Engines 63-1 and 63-2 were dispatched to the Mill Creek Square Shopping Center for a mulch fire. Both engines made the response with 10 personnel. Engine 63-2 arrived and stretched the forestry line on an advancing fire in the mulch bed. Engine 63-1 arrived but was not needed and returned a short time later. Total time on scene was approximately 15 minutes. As Engine 63-2 was pulling back into quarters, a medical call was dispatched on Dohner Drive. Engine 63-2 and Squad 63-1 immediately responded but were cancelled on arrival by the police department. Photos courtesy of S. Hershey

Looking for a place to get community service and save a life with simple acts of kindness - message us or show up Mondays at our firehouse @ 6pm to learn more.

This morning a few members capitalized on the nice weather and completed rookie book check-offs while other members worked on some in-house projects. The newer members drilled on equipment locations, ground ladders, use of the foam Pro-Pak, and master stream operations. Other members worked on refurbishment of some storage cabinets for the engine house.

The real success of #ExtraGive will not be how much money we raise but the tremendous impact those dollars will have when nonprofits across your community put them to work! Join the giving on November 20th at https://www.extragive.org find the Lafayette Team and help us out!

Check us out. Tomorrow is November 1. We have until November 20, 2020. What can you do to help out our amazing volunteers?? Click the link and check it out!

We hope everyone who came out to the food truck event had a great time! Thank you for joining us!!! Don't forget November 20, 2020 is the big day for the EXTRA GIVE. Even you can become a fundraising champion! See what its all about at www.extragive.org search the Lafayette Fire Company.

Be sure to obey speed limits in all residential areas and keep your eyes open for children who may be trick-or-treating this evening. Have a safe and sugar filled evening!

Lancaster EMS & Lafayette Fire Company Food Truck Event is OPEN!

Come to our Food Truck event tomorrow from 4-8pm rain or shine to show your first responder appreciation for our Lancaster EMS and your Lafayette Volunteer first responders!! #FirstRespondersDay Can’t make it to the event? Buy raffle chances for a beverage cooler, 2 Yeti Tumblers/$100 in Sheetz gift cards, and a $200 Tupperware package at https://lfc63.square.site (No physical tickets needed - winner will be contacted via email in order to schedule pickup)... Dough Heads Waffles Bricker's French Fries Uncle Paul's Stuffed Pretzels Walk-O Taco Blazing Swine BBQ Scoop Ó Dough Lancaster Cupcake Pet Wants K&A Appliance Inc. Vector Security Bird Dog Marketing Group, LLC Apex signs Linda Kosich, Homestead Funding

Even YOU can become a fundraising champion! Click onto our website www.extragive.org//lafayette-fire-company-of-east-lampeter to join today!

Come to our Food Truck event tomorrow from 4-8pm rain or shine to show your first responder appreciation for our Lancaster EMS and your Lafayette Volunteer first responders!! #FirstRespondersDay Can’t make it to the event? Buy raffle chances for a beverage cooler, 2 Yeti Tumblers/$100 in Sheetz gift cards, and a $200 Tupperware package at https://lfc63.square.site (No physical tickets needed - winner will be contacted via email in order to schedule pickup)... Dough Heads Waffles Bricker's French Fries Uncle Paul's Stuffed Pretzels Walk-O Taco Blazing Swine BBQ Scoop Ó Dough Lancaster Cupcake Pet Wants K&A Appliance Inc. Vector Security Bird Dog Marketing Group, LLC Apex signs Linda Kosich, Homestead Funding

A great opportunity to support Tanger Outlets, Lancaster, one of our Fire Company Supporters, simply by saving while you shop!! Help raise funds for Breast Cancer Research Foundation as well as the LG Health Stanley K. Tanger Breast Care Fund. Which helps our locals who are screened for or diagnosed with breast cancer. #CancerAwarenessMonth

Congratulations to Fireman Alec Fassnacht and his wife Leigh Ann on the birth of their baby boy, Jace! We wish you both the best of luck on this new chapter of your lives!

Go out and support Jason Boyer, a Bird-In-Hand Firefighter and a past member of the LFC! Happening NOW at the Bird-in-Hand Fire Company!

Support local businesses that support our volunteers! Grocery Outlet graciously committed to hydrating our volunteer firefighters with pallets of water donations and has also partnered with our Chicken BBQ fundraiser and other events. Checkout their event this Saturday morning.

The LFC would like to extend a sincere thank you to Vinny Patel, the proprietor of our local Budget Host Inn, for an extremely kind gesture he made for the company this afternoon. Truck 63 had just been recalled from a reported structure fire in Manheim Township and was in need of fuel. The tower swung into a convenience store on Oregon Pike where Mr. Patel happened to see them pulling up to the pump. Mr. Patel approached the tower and insisted on paying for the fuel up. We are very thankful for his generosity in helping the company. If you happen to be looking for a place to stay in the Lancaster area, make sure to consider the Budget Host Inn. They are conveniently located in the heart of our district near all the local shopping stops.

On March 7th, 1946, the Lafayette Fire Company printed the first version of "The Lafayette Siren", a progressive fireman's paper that was distributed monthly. This literature featured articles that were directly related to news and events surrounding the local fire service. Following three years of production, this paper was merged with the Lancaster County Fireman Magazine, a predecessor of the current-day Pennsylvania Fireman magazine which is still printed today. We are ex...cited to announce a re-launch of "The Lafayette Siren". This will hopefully be a monthly newsletter that is distributed electronically. The document will feature news and events that surround the Lafayette Fire Company and the community we serve. The first issue, October 2020, is now ready to be viewed and is attached to this post (pictures). Please take a look at the stories and articles we have shared. If you have anything of interest that you think would be a benefit to share within the pages of "The Lafayette Siren", please feel free to reach out to us! We welcome your feedback, please let us know what you like or think could be improved. We hope you enjoy our publication. Click the link to be taken to the PDF version of the newsletter. https://lafayettefire.com//October-2020-Public-Version-2.p

Please help us celebrate the efforts of Chief Keens and Treasurer Rick Kurtz, as we are now official participants of the Extraordinary Give - a special day of giving in Lancaster!! Thank you to all the members of Lancaster County Community Foundation that have assisted us through this process! Mark your calendar for November 20th and click the link to help fundraise for your volunteers! https://www.extragive.org//lafayette-fire-company-of-east-

Last evening, Company 63 conducted Rapid Intervention Training (RIT) at a recently acquired structure in our run district. Firefighters crawled through numerous obstacles while following a handline to reach a downed firefighter. This type of training would simulate a firefighter who was once working to attack a fire and became trapped or disoriented while doing so. The Rapid Intervention Team serves as a rescue team dedicated to rescuing downed firefighters, and is an important role on the fire ground. Therefore, these types of training are crucial. The building once was the Star Buffet but will be torn down in the near future, as the property will be repurposed.