Firehouse news for October

[November 23, 2011]  Following is a copy of the activity report submitted by Lincoln Fire Department Chief Mark Miller to Lincoln City Council members in November for the month of October:

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Emergency and fire related activities

Emergency Runs for October 2011 included the Lincoln Firefighters responding to 205 alarms with a loss of $606,000 property value.

Firefighters handled 6 structure fires, an Amtrak rail car fire, an elevator rescue and several carbon monoxide alarms.

Fire related runs -- 75
EMS related runs -- 124
Rescue related runs -- 6

Non-Emergency activities

Lincoln firefighters participated in many community events such as a parade to support "Save Logan Correctional", wearing pink shirts on duty to support the fight for cancer, participating in Jefferson School Red Ribbon week to promote drug free environments for children and showing support at Lincoln Christian University for Save Logan Correctional.

October also is remembered for Halloween, firefighter provided safe trick or treating opportunities with the Lincoln Park District and Lincoln Police.

Fire Inspectors for the Lincoln Fire Department worked hard with the staff to promote fire safety in all of the elementary schools in Lincoln. Local Firefighters 3092 provided the Stay Alive House and had children of all ages demonstrate fire emergency escape actions.

Inspector Aper planned and carried out a very successful Day at the Fire house. 3^rd Grade students from West Lincoln Broadwell School were fed awesome pancakes and sausage cooked by C-shift and Claude Vanfossen.

Inspector Tripplett put on our first ever fire safety poster contest and it was great, many of the downtown businesses proudly showcased the art, and four children received the best ride to school in a fire truck.

Due to the many fires this month investigators have been very busy conducting origin and cause and working closely with Lincoln Police and State Fire Marshal on solving the many fires.

Maintenance of the station and apparatus

Apparatus maintenance for the month of October has been focused on repairs to a ruptured water tank in Engine 5104.

The tank began leaking and upon inspection a 2 foot crack on the end of the tank was found. The tank was unable to stay in service and immediate service was needed.

A tank repair company came to Lincoln and poly welded the water tank.

Upon investigating causes several items were found that may have contributed to the failure. These items have been resolved.

All apparatus are due for annual pump and ground ladder testing.  

Winter preparation on boat 5120 has been completed. 5100 and 5106 had additional emergency lighting installed by members of the department in efforts to save costs.

Training Activities

Training for the month of September included, Probationary fire fighter Kern attending classes in fire suppression engine and truck company operations. While conducting fire prevention activities at the schools Lieutenants updated emergency action plans of the schools for the safe school program.

[Report copied from file received]