Our Fire Department was established in 1841 and serves the residents of Painesville City.
Today, Chief Hummel and on-duty members of A-Shift (Capt. Grubach, Firefighters Cubranich and Rolf) stopped by Lake-Geauga Head Start and delivered a fire safety message to 165 students. We also shared some fire safety materials.
The kids got to see what a firefighter looks like with gear on, and everyone got to check out the Ladder Truck! We certainly are happy to come by and share our safety message with the kids
On October 9th, Chief Hummel spent time as a “Guest Server” for National School Lunch Week programs at Maple, Chestnut and Elm Elementary schools. He got a first-hand look at the preparation that goes into daily lunch service at our schools, and also got to visit with students.
On October 12th, Chief Hummel visited Maple Elementary again, this time to participate in the PCLS Career Day event. Chief Hummel shared a look into a Day in the Life of a Painesville Firefighter with the 4th and 5th grade classes.
PCFD certainly appreciates being able to participate in these programs, to share information and interact with students and staff. Thank you to the staff of Painesville City Local Schools for all your hard work in providing a top-notch education for our city residents!
Chief Hummel served up lunch last week at Painesville City Local Schools to celebrate National School Lunch Week (NSLW)🍎 No hair net needed!
More photos from Painesville Fall Fest. We loved seeing everyone 🍬
On October 3rd, Capt. John Niehus and FF Tom Konitsky visited the Central YMCA to share a fire safety lesson with the preschool class. Kids also got to see the fire truck and spray water from the hose! Thanks to the YMCA for allowing us to come out and share our fire safety message!
Having a blast at Fall Fest 🍭🍫🍬
Paramedic Jesse Sopko worked with us at PCFD part-time in 2016. His father, Terry Sopko, was our long-time fire inspector who just recently retired.
Our hearts go out to the Sopko family, SCAD, the patient, as well as all those involved in this terrible accident.
We're rooting for you Jesse!
Lawn mower fire? We‘ll send the Chief over 🔥
Busy call day, with Chief Hummel assisting on a lawn mower fire on Watson Street
Fatal Rollover Accident on Brookstone Blvd
PAINESVILLE, Ohio—On Monday, September 11 at approximately 11:57 p.m., Painesville Police responded to a report of a single vehicle accident on Brookstone Blvd. The preliminary investigation revealed a 20-year-old Painesville Township resident in a red 2007 Honda Accord traveled eastbound on Brookstone Blvd at a high rate of speed and lost control of the vehicle at a curve in the road. The vehicle traveled off the southside of the roadway, struck and sheared off a telephone pole, and rolled over a small wooded area and ravine, where it came to rest.
The driver was wearing a seatbelt but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash. Painesville City Fire Department responded to the scene. The Lake Regional Traffic Crash Reconstruction Unit responded to assist with the accident investigation. This continues to be an ongoing investigation and the name of the driver will not be released at this time.
Every month, PCFD hosts a group (Kyle, Tavon, Frank, Mitchell and David) from Adapted Advantage to help wash and dry our trucks and the bay floor. All the young men have special abilities that are able to shine when they are here. They all work hard and enjoy a good lunch afterwards.
Adapted Advantage is a Lake County organization located in Willoughby that serves people with developmental disabilities. The program aims to help modify behaviors through community and peer interaction rather than only spending time in a classroom.
Special shout out to Lt. Aliger, who leads this initiative and always makes time to teach new skills to the group.
09.11.2001
Thank you to whoever left the jar of flowers at our 9/11 memorial 🇺🇸
We had a great time at Story Time with the Fire Department on Thursday evening down in Rec Park! 🚒 Kiddos got to hear from Captain Grubach, Firefighter Jeric and Firefighter Noe
Fortunately, Painesville City had minimum damage after last night's storm. Painesville Electric was on the scene of two localized outages due to tree limbs. Otherwise, all customers remained on.
Please be cautious that the Grand River is high and swift. Today is not a good day for kayaking or walking the banks. Thank you for staying safe Painesville!
Good morning,
We have received some calls wondering if the City of Painesville has a fire-ban in place, with the recent air-quality alerts that have occurred over the past several weeks. The City of Painesville does not have any fire-bans in place. We would simply request that residents remain conscientious during higher winds and these alerts. We have also been asked if we apply to Ohio Revised Code 1503.18 (prohibits most open burning in unincorporated areas in March, April, May, October, and November between 6am and 6pm). Because this is for unincorporated areas, this does not affect Painesville City. Additionally, with fall around the corner and cooler nights moving in, we wanted to share an overview of what is and is not allowed for cooking your s'mores. :)
If you have any questions or concerns, please give our office a call at 440-392-5848
Further information can be located on https://com.ohio.gov/divisions-and-programs/state-fire-marshal/state-fire-marshal
This week's Hazmat Training
Reminder to First Responders - Join the United Way of Lake County for Hero Fest at the Lake County Captains Game on Sunday, August 20. Free admission, food and beverages for all first responders and their families ⚾️
Thanks for hanging out with us at tonight’s National Night Out! Police cruisers are nice but we still think we have the cooler vehicles 😉🚒
We had a great time seeing everyone at the 2023 Lake County Fair Parade! 👋
Pending no emergencies, you might just see us this evening 👋🧑🚒
🚧 ROAD NOTICE 🚧 The annual Lake County Fair - Painesville, OH parade will be held TODAY, July 25 from 6:00 to roughly 7:30 p.m. The parade route begins at 501 Mentor Avenue (Zion Lutheran Church) and 422 Mentor Avenue (First Church of Christ) in Painesville City. The parade moves west on Mentor Avenue, turning south on Fairground Road and shortly after enters the fairgrounds.
During this time, traffic will not be permitted in either direction on Mentor Avenue. Please seek an alternative route. Those caught waiting in traffic, will be delayed until the parade clears. ❗️No exceptions❗️
Any questions or concerns regarding the road closure can be directed to the Painesville Police Department at 440-392-5840.
Painesville Police Department
Lake County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Frank Leonbruno
Painesville Township Lake County Ohio
On Thursday, July 20, PCFD assisted the Lake County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Frank Leonbruno with the retrieval of some evidence on the outside of a 4th story window at the Lake County Jail. PCFD is always ready to help our brothers in blue! 🚒
Fire alarms can also be registered with the Painesville Police Department 🚒
Have you registered your alarm system yet?🤔2023 deadline is January 31! Go to https://www.painesville.com/index.asp?SEC=3C48076C-D88B-4776-81D0-20CB2811D622
🏠 Any Painesville city residence or business with an alarm system should register their security and/or fire alarm with the PPD in case of an emergency. This allows us to quickly look up your contact information in the event you are away and also monitor false alarms.
📆 Registration should be renewed every year by January 31. Go to the website link above and email or fax your form to our records clerks.
❌Although there is no fee, please note that any residential or business alarms exceeding 3 false alarms per year will begin to receive fines after the third false alarm ranging from $25 to $200. All medical alarms are exempted from these fines.
🚓This community service is only available for city residents and businesses. PPD does not have jurisdiction outside city limits.
Painesville City Fire Department is looking to hire 1 full-time, entry-level Firefighter Paramedic. Conditions and requirements, along with exam information, are attached. Applications will be accepted until January 26, 2023.
https://www.painesville.com/index.asp?SEC=F630CDAA-BDA7-4B15-8B8B-595761178D38&DE=D76F4C09-26CF-4AB4-8461-1D83681736E8
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Machine Fire at American Roll Form
PAINESVILLE, Ohio -- At approximately 11:35 p.m. on Friday, December 2, the Painesville City Fire Department received a call reporting smoke in the area of American Roll Form at 141 W Walnut Street. Upon arrival, PCFD observed a large amount of smoke coming from the west building on the property and immediately struck MABAS Box 2313, 1st alarm, which brought automatic aid from Painesville Township Fire Department, Concord Twp Fire Department, Fairport Harbor Fire Department and Grand River Fire Department, in addition to mutual aid from Madison Fire District, Kirtland Fire Department, Lake County, Ohio, Mentor Fire Department, Chardon Fire Department, Burton Volunteer Fire Department, Willoughby Hills Fire Department and Perry Joint Fire District.
The fire was located in the rear of the west side of the building and was determined to be a machine on fire. Entry was forced and fire crews used a 2.5 inch hose line to extinguish the fire. Additional doors were opened and the building was properly ventilated.
In addition to automatic aid and MABAS assistance, PCFD received assistance from the Painesville Police Department, Painesville City Electric and Dominion Gas. Plant representatives were on scene to assist with PCFD’s fire investigation, including other East End Fire Investigation Unit personnel. The fire was determined to have started in an air compressor, with fire damage limited to the machine and the immediate area. Smoke was present throughout the building. No damage estimate is available at this time. There were no civilian or fire service injuries.
Thomas C. Hummel, Jr.
Fire Chief
Painesville City Fire Department
📷: Eric Silvi
Did you know the highest number of home-cooking fires happen on Thanksgiving? 🦃🔥 Stay safe this holiday!
We told Santa, we know how to make an entrance 🚒
A message from Lt. Amanda Karduck:
It is with a heavy heart that I announce my retirement from the Painesville City Fire Department. 2 ½ years ago I sat in the back of engine 2323 listening to a doctor tell me I had cancer. My life drastically changed and I went from fighting fires to fighting cancer. I do not have the words to sum up my career or to express what being a part of PCFD has meant to me. I wish I did. The department was an important part of my life and I deeply miss being a part of it.
I would like to thank my FD family for all they have done for me over the past few years. I would also like to thank PPD and the Painesville community for the love and support they have shown me during my cancer journey. The Human Resource Department and the City Manager have set an example for other cities on how firefighter cancer cases should be handled. I cannot express how appreciative I am for the way my case was handled.
I recently completed my 40th round of chemotherapy. Between treatments I have been able to enjoy the company of family and friends on trips to FL, NC, SC, and TN. I look forward to traveling for as long as I can thanks to the GoFundMe account set up by friends at the FD. Thank you guys! I’ll continue to give cancer hell and live life.
As I retire, I ask the City of Painesville (residents, council, and administration) to support and back the Painesville City Safety Forces. These men and women have difficult jobs that few are willing to do in this day and age. Please protect those who protect the city and make sure they have the resources needed to comfortably do their jobs.
Stay Safe Painesville.
Lt. Amanda Karduck
THANK YOU Painesville City residents for renewing the Fire Levy for another five years! All levy money goes to the maintenance and updating of vehicles and equipment to help keep everyone safe. Alway PROUD to serve PAINESVILLE 🇺🇸
Fire at 1008 N. State Clair Street
At approximately 10:04PM on November 8, 2022, the Painesville City FD received a call for a possible structure fire at 1008 N. St. Clair St. PCFD units arrived about 5 minutes later to find smoke in the structure. Occupants of the building were had evacuated and were assisting a pet that was overcome by smoke. PCFD firefighters entered the house and found a smoldering fire in the basement, which they extinguished. The house was then ventilated to remove smoke.
PCFD received Automatic Mutual Aid from the Fairport Harbor Fire Department, Grand River Fire Department, Painesville Township Fire Department, and the Perry Joint Fire District. We also received assistance from the Painesville Police Department. A pet was treated on scene and taken for veterinary assistance.
The fire is under investigation at this time, and no cause is available. The origin of the fire appears to be in a basement laundry area, and the initial damage is estimated at $20,000.00.
Thomas C. Hummel, Jr.
Fire Chief
Fire at 1799 N. Ashwood Lane
At approximately 4:55AM on November 9, 2022, the Painesville City FD received a call for a possible grass and brush fire behind 1799 N. Ashwood Lane. PCFD units requested Mutual Aid from the Painesville Township Fire Department and Mentor Fire Department while responding, due to multiple reports of large fires in the area. PCFD units arrived about 6 minutes later to find several large wildlands fires in the area south of N. Ashwood Lane, along the CSX railroad.
Due to the large amount of fire and multiple locations, PCFD struck MABAS Alarm 2315, 1st and 2nd Alarms for additional assistance. Units initially deployed to protect the homes on N. Ashwood and fight the fire. A 3rd Alarm was eventually struck for additional resources.
In addition to Mentor and Painesville Township FD’s, PCFD received assistance from the Chardon Fire Department, Concord Fire Department, Eastlake Fire Dept., Fairport Harbor Fire Department, Grand River Fire Department, Kirtland Fire Department, Leroy Twp. Fire Department, Madison Fire Department, Wickliffe, OH Fire Department, Willoughby Fire Department, Willoughby Hills Fire Department, Hambden Fire Department, and the Perry Joint Fire District. We also received assistance from the Painesville Police Department.
The fire is under investigation at this time.
Thomas C. Hummel, Jr.
Fire Chief
Thank you Katie Cox for the photos.
Painesville City voters will be asked to renew the Fire Levy again this November. The levy is crucial to pay for updated equipment, vehicles and maintenance that helps keep all our residents safe during emergencies 🗳
Fire at Jackson Towers Apartments
At approximately 10:20 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, the Painesville City Fire Department was notified of an automatic fire alarm at Jackson Towers Apartments, 200 W Jackson Street. PCFD units arrived two minutes later to find smoke and fire coming from a second-floor window of the building. Apartment occupants were still in the process of evacuating.
Automatic Mutual Aid was dispatched and a MABAS alarm was struck to bring additional assistance to the fire scene. Additional EMS units were special-called to the scene as well. Occupants were directed to shelter in place until they could be safely escorted from the building by fire personnel.
PCFD attacked the fire using a transitional attack from the outside while additional fire personnel carried hoses in to attack the fire from the stairwell standpipe.
One adult male occupant was treated for smoke inhalation and transported to Tripoint Medical Center in Concord. Another occupant was also transported to the hospital for minor smoke inhalation. Several occupants of the apartment building were evaluated and treated on the scene. There were no firefighter injuries.
PCFD received Automatic Mutual Aid from Painesville Township Fire Department, Concord Twp Fire Department, Fairport Harbor Fire Department and Grand River Fire Department, and received Mutual Aid from the Perry Joint Fire District, Madison Fire District, Mentor Fire Department, Willoughby Fire Department, Highland Heights Fire Department, Eastlake Fire Dept., Wickliffe, OH Fire Department and Willowick Fire Department through our MABAS alarm system. Painesville Police Department, Painesville Electric and Dominion Gas were also at the scene.
The fire is currently under investigation and no cause is available at this time. The initial damage is estimated at $250,000.
Thomas C. Hummel, Jr.
Fire Chief
Had a blast at Painesville Fall Fest 🍬
PCFD is proud to announce we have taken delivery of our new Sutphen Fire Engine! Designated Engine 2313, replaces “old” 2313, which is a 1997 Peirce Quantum Fire Engine.
The Sutphen is a 2022 Monarch chassis, and has a 450HP Cummins L9 motor, a Hale 1500 gallon-per-minute pump, a 1000 gallon water tank and a 50 gallon foam tank. It is also equipped with a Smart Foam system that can supply firefighting foam to four lines at the same time. It can carry up to 5 firefighters, and carries SCBA and the tools and hoses necessary for structural firefighting.
The engine will also have a dedicated EMS equipment cabinet, so it will be able to first respond EMS calls when our ambulances are busy. Additionally, it will carry our newest Holmatro battery-operated rescue tools and respond to vehicle accidents, in addition to its firefighting duties.
As soon as we have this new fire engine completely equipped and in service, we will hold an open house to showcase it, as well as our 2020 Sutphen SPH100 aerial ladder. Please stay tuned to our page for updates!
Never underestimate fire!
Happy Fire Prevention Week! 🔥 Talk with your family on a home escape plan in case of emergency
Choco Tacos were the crowd favorite at PCFD. Thank you Lake Adamhs!
We can’t wait to see everyone 🚒
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