Mentor on the Lake Fire Department

12/03/2023

The Mentor-on-the-Lake Firefighter's Association is pleased to announce that Santa will be making an early appearance in our City on Sunday December 10th. beginning at 12:00.

11/28/2023

Due to the severe weather, Republic services is closed today and will resume collections tomorrow. They will operate on a one day delay the rest of the week.

11/22/2023

The members of the Mentor-on-the-Lake Fire Dept. would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

11/14/2023

HERE IT IS!!!!! Marco's Pizza FUNDRAISER!!!!SHARE! SHARE! SHARE!!!!!!

Marco's Pizza of Mentor on the Lake has been so kind to team up with us AGAIN this year to help raise money for Santa's Blue Helpers. This is Marcos 7th year in assisting the Mentor on the Lake Police Department with this program. Spoil yourself and take a night off from cooking and help support the children of Mentor on the Lake!!! Order anytime on November 28 and 20% of all orders go directly towards helping your community!!!

PLEASE SHARE!!!!!!!! THANK YOU MARCOS PIZZA!!!

11/14/2023

If you are looking to do something for someone in need this holiday season, please consider donating to our Christmas Santa's Blue Helpers event. Checks can be made payable to the Mentor on the Lake Police Association. Cash can also be accepted. Donations can be taken at anytime and dropped off at the police station. Donations collected go directly to children of Mentor on the Lake. Thank you so much!

11/11/2023

On behalf of the department, thank you Mentor on the Lake voters for renewing the police, fire and road department levies. We remain proud to serve you!

11/10/2023

Happy Veterans Day to all those that served our great country. As we go about our business this weekend, please take a moment to thank a veteran for their service.

11/05/2023

With the nicer weather Friday, we did not miss the opportunity to train. Firefighter Baker and Firefighter Trick demonstrated the use of our airbags and hydraulic tools we use for extrication.

11/01/2023

The Mentor-on-the-Lake fire department would like to remind you that daylight savings time ends this Sunday November 5th. Fall back one hour and check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

10/31/2023

10/28/2023

This was wonderful training for the fire and police departments, thank you Jenna for coming in and providing this important training for our members.

“It makes a difference in the community because officers are given different tools to be able to communicate with people that are different,” said Officer Ridler.

10/27/2023

As outdoor temperatures cool, it’s only natural to warm things up inside.
Check your Heating System before it gets really cold, turn on your heating unit to ensure it is working properly. Your unit has been sitting dormant for about 6 months, so you’ll want to make sure everything is in proper working order before you really need it. While furnaces are a leading cause of house fires in the US, there are a few things you can do to reduce the risk of furnace fires:
• Regularly replace furnace filters.
• Keep all areas around the furnace clean and unobstructed.
• Keep the burner area clean and clear of debris.
• Keep all combustible items at least six-inches away from the vent pipe.
• Never close off more than 20% of heat registers.
Should you notice any issues with your heating system during the test run, contact a professional immediately. For preventative care, have your central heating system cleaned and serviced by a certified HVAC contractor once annually. A proper working heating system greatly reduces fire risks, but also reduces utility costs as they work to heat your space more efficiently.

Fireplace Safety: 101
Throughout the year, everything from crud to critters cozy up in your chimney. Keep your fireplace clear of debris, and have it inspected each year before use by a professional chimney sweep.
If you have a gas fireplace, have all lines and connections inspected before flipping the switch. A professional chimney inspection uncovers any issues and necessary repairs that need to be made – Don’t skip this step!
In addition to yearly cleanings and inspections, there are a few things you can do to enhance fireplace safety:
• Use a fireplace screen, guard, or glass doors to keep hot ash and sparks contained.
• Store extra wood, and other types of combustible materials, at least five-feet away from your fireplace.
• Never leave a fire unattended.
• Burn seasoned hardwoods, such as oak, that have been split and stored in a safe and dry environment for at least six-months.
• Keep fires small – Never overload your fireplace.
• When building a fire, strategically place logs on a metal grate at the back end of your fireplace; always use kindling to ignite fire.

10/27/2023

Halloween Trick or Treating for the City of Mentor on the Lake will be on October 31, 2023 from 6:00-8:00PM. We will have extra patrol cars on duty during those hours. Keep an eye out for us as we have some special treats to pass out!! Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and hopefully dry Halloween!

10/25/2023

At last night's Council meeting, Mayor Eva swore in our new full-time firefighter/Paramedic Dan Wheeler. Dan has been with the department part-time for the past 4 years. Congratulations.

10/18/2023

The previous post was only intended to reassure the public that the Mentor on the Lake fire department is comprised of trained professionals who will continue to provide our residence, business owners, and visitors the highest level of service possible. The information presented was for context and not meant as a personal or political statement.
Thank you,
Chief Pechatsko

10/04/2023

10/04/2023

City of Mentor-on-the-Lake's 2024 Hometown Heroes Banner Program. Go to www.citymol.org for more information.

09/12/2023

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09/11/2023

09/07/2023

Make sure to mark your calendars for the MOL Annual Fall Festival. Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

The day would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors.