Upper Leacock Fire Company 2004 News File

Below are some of the articles that have been posted on the Newsroom page during 2004.

Vehicle Accident Involving a Train -- On Friday, 17 December, 2004, fire units from Station 3-11, 2-9, 3-1, and 4-10 along with ambulance 3-8 were dispatched to a vehicle accident involving a train on South Maple Avenue, Upper Leacock Township.  To read more about this incident, click Here.  (Posted 12-20-04)

Barn Fire -- On Tuesday, 17 November, 2004, fire units from Station 3-11, 2-4, and 3-1 along with ambulance 3-8 were dispatched to a barn fire on Stormstown Road, Upper Leacock Township.  To read more about this incident, click Here.  (Posted 12-7-04)

New Engine Authorized by Company -- At the July 2004 monthly meeting, the members of the Upper Leacock Fire Company approved the recommendation of the new apparatus committee to purchase a Pierce Enforcer Engine.  The new apparatus will replace the 1975 Seagrave Engine which has served the community well for almost 30 years.  The new apparatus is designed as a rescue/engine and will carry a wide variety of fire fighting as well as rescue equipment.  For more information on the engine design, the hydraulic rescue system specifications, and a drawing of the apparatus, click Here. (Posted 7-12-04)

Lancaster County Convention Trophy Winner -- The Upper Leacock Fire Company received a first-place trophy at the recent Lancaster County Firemen's Convention for the best appearing and equipped traffic control unit.  Traffic 3-11 was the first dedicated traffic unit in Lancaster County.  It carries various traffic control supplies including reflective cones, barricades, and a wide assortment of traffic signs.  The unit has been utilized many times for non-fire related events such as parades, water-main breaks, road closures due to flooding, and other travel hazards.  Click Here to see Traffic 3-11.  (Posted 6-21-04)

Fire Safe Summer Fundraiser -- The Upper Leacock Fire Company, in conjunction with Leola Family Restaurant, hosted a Fire Safe Summer program on Monday, June 7, 2004.  The restaurant donated 15% of the checks for the evening to the Fire Company.  Apparatus from the Fire Company was on display.  Everyone had a great evening since the weather was clear and sunny.  All children received a free bowling pass and had an opportunity to win various prizes including two bicycles donated by Purofirst of Conestoga Valley.   (Posted 5-28-04 / Updated 6-7-04 / Updated 7/7/04)

	thanks to Nelson Dagen for the photos

Leola Elementary School -- The Leola Elementary School 2003-04 yearbook dedicated two pages to the Upper Leacock Fire Company.  On one page, the annual Jingle Boot fund drive is shown.  The students and teachers raised $678 for the Company last winter.  On another page, the fire prevention program we perform for the school is depicted.  The Fire Company is proud that we can be such an integral part of the education process in our community. 

Also, the Fire Company would like to wish Principal Beverly Breneiser a great retirement after 20 years of service in her current position.  Bev has contributed so much to making the fire prevention program part of the curriculum at the Leola Elementary School.  We really appreciate the effort and support she has shown us.  In recognition of her support, several weeks ago the Company presented Bev with a certificate of appreciation, an official Fire Company patch, and a Fire Company T-shirt.  We hope she wears them proudly -- a better supporter we could not have had.  (Posted 6-08-04)

National EMS Week -- In support of EMS Week, the Upper Leacock Fire Company participated in a mock emergency at the playground of the Leola Elementary School on Saturday, May 22, 2004.  The event, organized by Boy Scout Troop 54 of Leola, simulated a lightening strike to the playground with multiple victims.  Emergency medical services were summoned, and the Leola Ambulance, along with Lancaster County Medic 100 responded.  Due to the nature of the injuries, a helicopter assist was requested.  At that time, the Upper Leacock Fire Company responded and set up a landing zone for the helicopter from the Brandywine Hospital in Chester County, PA. The helicopter arrived about 10 minutes later, and Sky FlightCare was quickly landing on the soccer field behind the school.  The victim was loaded unto the helicopter and then it departed the scene. 

In order to give the people visiting the event a chance to see the helicopter and fire apparatus used to serve the community, the equipment sat in static display for about one hour after the demonstration.  Thanks to all the organizations that participated in this event. (Posted 5-22-04)

Let's Support Our Local Fire Company -- The What's Happening in Upper Leacock Township newsletter recently published an article from Deputy Chief Wendell Metzler to the citizens of Upper Leacock Township.  The purpose of the article was to inform the residents of the township about our Company.  Thanks to Wendell for putting time into preparing this article.  Click Here  to see the article. (Posted 4-29-04)

Dart Container Incident (10 Feb 2004) -- The Upper Leacock Fire Company was dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at Dart Container, 60 East Main Street.  Upon arrival, a working fire was confirmed and the event eventually went to a 3rd alarm building response.  To read more about this incident and view some photos, click Here.  (Posted 3-2-04)

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