Lancaster Fire Department

07/17/2019

With the upcoming heat wave a little reminder to stay safe and hydrated

07/09/2019

Village of Lancaster - July 4, 2020

I encourage our members to fill this out , Thanks

After many great years of celebrating the Fourth of July in the current location, there will be a change next year while that parcel of land is being developed and construction on the West Main Street extension begins. As we consider what the festivities will look like next year, we are looking for....

07/09/2019

Goderich Fire Department

Be aware of this and stay safe . Tell your friends and family. It may save a life.

07/04/2019

This morning our Department along with Depew , Bomansville, & Millgrove. Provided traffic control for the annual Boys/Girls Club 10k . Thank you to all those who gave up their time to make this another safe successful race & thank you to the public for your patience and understanding of the road closures. On top of that I finished the last 3/4 miles with the last runner who was well over 80 years old and I was a little disappointed that there was only a couple of people left to cheer him on at the finish line so a clapped my hands and cheered for him myself then shook his hand and told him he was my hero.

07/04/2019

On behalf of the Lancaster Fire Department have a safe and joyous July 4th

07/02/2019

FBNY

07/02/2019

Great job to all on our call this morning and once again thank you,
Your Chiefs.

06/28/2019

Our Explorer post did some ladder work at their drill this evening. Explorer’s are a division of scouting where young ladies and men ages 14 - 18 can join a Fire Department and learn the basics of firefighting.

06/26/2019

We’re here at @frostysicecream on Broadway. Stop by tonight to take a look at the truck. We have fun activities for the whole family. #villageoflancasterny #lancasterny #firefighters

06/18/2019

Last night our Department did a little extraction training

06/15/2019

Update the race is over all roads are open, thank you for your patience and understanding

06/15/2019

Please be advised that there will road closures and restrictions today from 10am- 1130am due to a 5K race . The following roads will be affected Vandenberg , Erie st, Court st, Burnwell , Pardee , Lake ave, School st , Pleasant ave Centralave & Brady . Please use caution when driving in this area thank you

05/27/2019

Firewire Tioga County NY

Remember, make sure the BBQ grill is atleast 10 foot away from the house or other combustible material like porch ceilings.

Should you experience a grill fire close the lid and if safe to do so shut off the propane if using a gas grill and call 911.

Always keep a fire extinguisher handy.

05/25/2019

Bowmansville Volunteer Fire Association

It is with Great Sadness that we announce the passing of Fire Police Lieutenant Douglas W. Chapman. Doug was a Life Member and served our community for over 40 years. Please keep the Chapman family in your thoughts and prayers. RIP F2

05/22/2019

Tonight the Lancaster fire department along with depew fire department drilled together on fire ventilation at the Erie county training towers

05/18/2019

Big Thank you to those that came down and helped with sprucing up our Fireman’s Park today

05/12/2019

On behalf of the Lancaster fire department we would like to wish all moms a wonderful Mother’s Day! Thank you for all you do!

04/29/2019

Update on the silver alert , she has been located

04/29/2019

Silver Alert issued for woman missing from Lancaster

Silver Alert issued for woman missing from Lancaster

Susan Bochenski is described as 5'5" with grey/white hair and brown eyes.

04/29/2019

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Silver Alert: Village of Lancaster. Susan Bochenski, Age 67, left Broadway Manor at 6:30am this morning on foot and hasn't returned. White female, gray/white hair, medium build, unknown clothing. If located contact Lancaster Police, 683-2800.

04/27/2019

Today the Lancaster fire department participated in Recruit NY! We demonstrated a auto accident and had our ladder truck giving rides!

04/27/2019

Today at Noon - 3

Ever thought about serving your community or learning about what it takes to become a firefighter. Come down to our station 1 (Broadway & Central ) on Saturday 4/27 Noon - 3pm

04/17/2019

Ever thought about serving your community or learning about what it takes to become a firefighter. Come down to our station 1 (Broadway & Central ) on Saturday 4/27 Noon - 3pm

04/16/2019

Erie County Fire Chiefs

Please take a few moments and share this! This is Alden’s Chief’s son and we would love to see a safe return! Just one share may be enough to locate him. Please keep Chief Pruitt’ family in your thoughts and prayers!

03/16/2019

Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services

Bootcamp 2019
Details will be announced soon. We are just finalizing dates and times with our Lead Instructor, NYS, and the Instructor crew. Be patient, we want this to be a great experience!

03/08/2019

Prince William Professional Firefighters

#CloseBeforeYouDoze

03/08/2019

03/08/2019

Come & support our explorer post.

03/02/2019

Congratulations to one of our brothers and past Chief Jim Robinson on his recent retirement from the Lancaster PD

**CONGRATULATIONS**

Today, Detective Lieutenant James Robinson, Sr., retired from our Department after 27 years of dedicated service to the Lancaster community. Jim was a long time member of the Detective Bureau and our Emergency Response Team.
He was a firearms instructor and very involved in our domestic violence programs.
Jim was well liked by everyone and an asset to our Department. He will be missed.

02/24/2019

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

A strong line of t-storms are entering the region and may affect our area. Wind gusts up to 50mph are possible with these storms along w/ brief heavy downpours.

02/24/2019

East Aurora Police Department

Wind storm expected tomorrow. Use caution around downed wires and trees.Gusts of 60+ mph are expected.

02/18/2019

Gatesville Chamber of Commerce

02/01/2019

Erie County Fire Chiefs

Scholarships available for Seniors in High School and anyone attending college full time. Must be a member of a Fire Department in Erie County and / or an immediate family member of a firefighter.

01/30/2019

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Garbage pickup for Lancaster is canceled for tomorrow (Wednesday). The Wednesday pickup is rescheduled for Saturday.

01/30/2019

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

Village of Lancaster Office of Emergency Management OEM

VILLAGE OF LANCASTER DECLARES PARKING BAN ON VILLAGE STREETS. In the interest of public safety, the Village of Lancaster hereby declares a Parking Ban on all streets within the Village effective 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. This declaration is made due to the need for snow removal. This order is in effect until 12:00 p.m. on Friday, February 1, 2019. All regular parking restrictions resume and are in affect after this time.

01/28/2019

Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services

Make sure your home and vehicle are storm ready! You never know when you may get stuck in inclement weather, please review these recommendations. Be prepared and don't meet us by accident !

01/19/2019

National Fuel

With the anticipated snow accumulation over this weekend, National Fuel reminds all homeowners that snow and ice pose a variety of safety and performance issues to their heating systems.

Natural gas furnaces and fireplaces each have a vent pipe or flue that sends out exhaust and gaseous by-products to the outdoors. Depending on the type of furnace, venting takes place through a pipe on the outside of the house or through the chimney. These furnace exhaust vents can easily become clogged with debris, ice or snow. When snow piles up and blocks furnace vents, your furnace could shut off as a safety measure. Other times, it can cause furnaces to operate inefficiently or stop running altogether and break down. Blocked vents can lead to a build-up of carbon monoxide gas. Homeowners should make sure that their furnace vents are clear of snow, ice, debris or other obstructions. The same applies to your dryer vent; if it is blocked, your dryer may not operate as efficiently as it should.

Keep the area around and above the outdoor gas meter free of snow and ice. Remember to use caution when shoveling, plowing or snow blowing around the meter. Use a broom to remove snow from the meter itself. To avoid accidental damage by a third party, inform anyone who works near your meter (such as a snow removal service) of its location.

If you are experiencing an emergency due to the extreme cold weather, please call our emergency number at 1-800-444-3130. This line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

As always, if you smell gas, leave fast! If a rotten-egg natural gas odor is present, leave the premises immediately without turning on or off any electrical appliances and call National Fuel's emergency line (1-800-444-3130) from a different location. If you smell an odor of gas outdoors, please call National Fuel’s emergency number and provide the address nearest to the site of the odor.

01/10/2019

Town Line Volunteer Fire Department

Our hearts are heavy today as we share the news of the passing of Past Chief Norman Weber.

Chief Weber was from the founding families of the Town Line Volunteer Fire Department. The Webers are to Town Line Fire Department, what smoke is to fire. Where there is one, there is the other. The Weber name is synonymous with TLFD and goes back to 1936 when Mike Weber, Norm’s father, served as chief for an unprecedented 26 years. It is rumored that Chief Weber’s crib was the front seat of a fire truck.

Throughout his years in the fire department, Chief Weber always chose to be proactive in his involvement. He was known for his innovative thinking, commitment to safety, and endless dedication towards providing effective training. He was an adviser to the Explorer Post, instrumental in developing the current Out of District Program as well as our Active Restricted Program for 16 and 17 year olds. Chief Weber also participated in or headed countless committees including the purchase of two “twin” fire engines, the large building expansion project at Station 1 and the purchase of the Metz Aerial from Germany. His contributions are far too great to list and his presence at the firehouse has been missed the past several years.

Most notably, however, were Chief Weber’s years served in the position of Chief beginning in 1970 and 1971 and then again from 2002 to 2005. Chief Weber also served between the offices of Deputy Chief and Assistant Chief from 1994 to 2001. Chief Weber even celebrated his 50th and 51st year of service in the office of Chief.

Chief Weber is known for many things but, most notably for always having a story to fit any and every occasion. His “Let me tell you a story” are some of the most dreaded words in the English language. If you had the good fortune to meet Norm, you knew that while you would be in for a very, very long story, you would learn something fascinating each time and leave the conversation wiser because of it.

To know Chief Weber was to know a man that was determined, driven, and downright stubborn at times. But to know Chief Weber was to also know that he gave to our department his entire heart. His passion for both the fire service and the department were evident in all that he accomplished during his 53 years in active service.

We send our thoughts and prayers to the Weber family as they grieve and to everyone throughout Lancaster, Alden, and Erie County whose lives he touched.

Rest easy, Chief. We’ll take it from here.

Information on services can be found here: https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/?action=obituaries.obit_view&CFID=baab2d7f-0585-4969-9d4c-734f05a6b4f2&CFTOKEN=0&o_id=5868356&fh_id=11282

01/05/2019

Today Lancaster Fire Department responded to an MVA , car hit a tree.

12/25/2018

Merry Christmas from the Lancaster Fire Department

12/13/2018

Last night at our Department meeting our most senior active firefighter changed his status from active to life member after dedicating 67yrs of his life to responding to calls . Thank you Al Rinow for your service & dedication. When I got home last night I really started thinking what an accomplishment this is and the fires and changes he has seen through out the years of his service , he saw his Company receive 3 brand new pumpers starting with a 1954 Young/ Maxim ending w/ a 2005 LaFrance,his original gear was an aluminum helmet,rubber coat, rubber hip boots, the amount of fires he must of seen and fought ( Western Auto ,Woofies,Oelkers Furniture Co.,Weil Lumber,Rozler block),and that got me thinking about the days before technology I would sit at the hall and talk to my brother and sister firefighters about these things and how much I enjoyed these conversations . So I’m challenging our members this year to put away our cellphones and so forth and spend a little more time getting to know one another, you might be surprised on how much we have in common.( I know sometimes I think to much but what the heck ). 9-1

12/05/2018

Congratulations to Al Rinow on being inducted to the Erie County Fire Wall of Fame this evening. Al has been a member of LFD for 64 years and the last 15 he was Dept. Chaplain. Al has always been there for our members in a time of need wether it was an illness or a wake and the 36 years I’ve known him he’s always looked at the positive side of people. A true role model! Once again Al congratulations it was well deserved.

12/02/2018

Big Thank you to our Ladies Auxiliary for another successful children’s Xmas party

11/24/2018

LADbible

LADbible

Within 30 seconds, a dry Christmas tree can completely engulf your room in flames. Everybody needs to see this!

11/18/2018

On behalf of 9 & 9-1 I would like to thank the members that gave up their Sunday-afternoon to assist and standby during the power outage. It was very much appreciated thank you