News from the 3rd Battalion       

Storm Claims Life - Fatal MVA

January 09, 2008

Bushnell's Basin crews responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident with people trapped just before 11:30 this morning.  The intersection of Pittsford Palmyra Road (Route 31) and Kreag Road had no operating traffic control device due to a power failure in the area.  Responding units, already busy due to storm related calls, found a 2 car MVA with one person trapped.  Personnel quickly completed a full extrication and turned the patient over to waiting Perinton Ambulance and Southeast Quadrant personnel.  The patient was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating the fatal crash and reported that the driver on Kreag Road had stopped at the intersection of Route 31, then proceeded through the intersection.  Cpl. John Helfer said that car was then hit by a vehicle on Route 31.

The signal light at the intersection was not functioning as a result of the severe storm that moved through the area earlier in the morning.  By law, a malfunctioning traffic light is to be treated as a four-way stop.

Cpl. Helfer said that charges might be filed pending the outcome of the investigation.

Kitchen Fire Damages Penfield Home

December 27, 2007

Penfield and West Webster firefighters were dispatched for a kitchen fire on Qualtrough Road this morning.  

Arriving companies reported heavy smoke showing from the structure, and quickly declared a working kitchen fire.  Investigators believe the fire was due to a pot left on the stove.  Penfield Assistant Fire Chief Al Boezi reported the fire was quickly extinguished and there was smoke and water damage.

East Rochester responded to the scene and Fairport provided a fill-in company.  There were no reported injuries.

Heavy Damage Due To Basement Fire

December 25, 2007

Bushnell's Basin, along with an engine from Fairport, responded to a reported house fire on Kreag Road, about 9:15 on Christmas night.  BBFD Assistant Chief 3C21 was on location with smoke from a 2 1/2.  Chief 3C11 arrived on scene and quickly declared a working fire.  Egypt was dispatched to the scene as a FAST team and Fairport sent an additional Heavy Rescue unit.  The fire apparently started in the basement and rapidly spread to the first floor.  Command reported the fire under control in about 30 minutes.  Firefighters, following the initial knock-down, had a difficult time getting to all of the 'hot spots'.

Companies from Brighton, Fishers and Pittsford provided fill-ins.  Pittsford was later relocated to the scene to provide additional manpower.

There were no reported injuries and the Red Cross is assisting the two residents, who safely escaped the fire. 

The cause of the fire is under investigation and the structural stability is also being checked.

Elevator Collapse Traps Two

November 29, 2007

Fairport Firefighters responded to a report of people trapped in an elevator at the Happy Ice facility on Turk Hill Road this morning.  Arriving companies discovered the elevator had collapsed and there were two workers trapped under a forklift.   The first victim was extricated in about an hour while it took just over three hours to free the second victim.  It is estimated that the forklift truck weighed approximately 4000 pounds.  Additional Heavy Rescue units from  Egypt, Penfield, Bushnell's Basin and Pittsford were dispatched to the scene.  The first patient was transported to a local hospital by Perinton Ambulance and Mercy Flight transported the second.

The cause of the collapse is under investigation and OSHA is expected on the scene. 

Fatal MVA in Mendon

November 12, 2007

Mendon Firefighters responded for to a motor vehicle accident at Route 64 and the Boughton Hill Road.  Mendon Command reported a two vehicle MVA with one person trapped and one fatality.   Companies extricated the patient and turned over to EMS for treatment and transport to a local hospital.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating the cause of the accident.

Person Trapped in MVA in Brighton

November 05, 2007

Brighton Firefighters were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident this afternoon on Monroe Avenue.  Brighton Command reported two vehicles involved, with a van on its side and one person trapped.  Companies extricated the patient and turned over to Brighton Ambulance for transport.

The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Boat Trailer Pulls Car into the Erie Canal

September 30, 2007

Pittsford firefighters responded this morning for a report of a car and boat trailer in the Erie Canal.  The incident occurred after the owner had launched his boat.  Chief 3C-18 was on location with the owner, but had no visual on the car.  However, he did report visible gasoline on the water.  He then declared a Level Zero Hazmat.  The MCSO SCUBA Team responded and conducted search and retrieval operations. 

Teens Injured Driving Stolen Vehicle

September 04, 2007

Fairport Firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident early this morning on Jefferson Avenue.  Assistant Chief 3C24 was on location and reported a vehicle flipped, one person trapped, and one person ejected. Apparently a 14 and 15 year old, were driving the stolen vehicle when they crashed.  The patients were extricated and turned over to Perinton Ambulance.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office is  investigating the incident.

Working Garage Fire in Penfield

August 13, 2007

Penfield Firefighters responded for a reported garage fire on Old Penfield Road.  The 1st arriving Penfield Chief declared a working fire with a garage fully involved.  East Rochester responded to the scene.  Brighton, West Webster and Fairport provided fill in companies.

House Fully Involved in Egypt

August 03, 2007

Egypt Firefighters responded for a reported house fire early this morning on Shrewsbury Lane.  Command reported heavy fire from a large 2 1/2 story wood frame structure. Bushnell's Basin and Fairport responded to the scene.  

House Fire in Brighton

August 02, 2007

Brighton responded to a house fire last on Antlers Drive.  Brighton Command reported a working fire.  Pittsford responded to the scene as a FAST Team.  Fill in's were provided by Penfield, East Rochester and Pittsford.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Working Fire in East Rochester

August 01, 2007

East Rochester Firefighters responded for a fire this morning on Pine Street.  Arriving companies reported heavy smoke showing from the wood frame structure.  Command declared a working basement fire and requested Penfield and Fairport for fill in companies.

Bushnell's Basin MVA

July 31, 2007

Bushnell's Basin Firefighters responded for a motor vehicle accident on Route 96 (Pittsford Victor Road).  Assistant Chief 3C21 was on location reporting a person trapped.  Egypt Rescue 338 responded mutual assist for their hurst tool and Pittsford provided a fill in.

The patient was extricated and turned over to Perinton Ambulance for treatment and transport to the hospital.

Person Trapped in MVA in Penfield

June 24, 2007

Penfield Firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident early today.  Chief 3C17 was on location and reported a vehicle on its roof and a person trapped.   Penfield firefighters quickly stabilized the vehicle and extricated the patient.  The patient was turned over to EMS personnel for transport.

Motor Vehicle Accident in Penfield

June 24, 2007

Penfield Firefighters responded for a motor vehicle accident on Atlantic Avenue.  Assistant Chief 3C27 was on location and reported a vehicle had struck a pole.  Upon investigation, Penfield Command further reported one person trapped in the vehicle.  Penfield firefighters extricated the patient in about 10 minutes.  The patient was turned over to EMS personnel for transport.

Truck Fire in Brighton

June 21, 2007

Brighton Firefighters responded for a reported truck fire on Greystone lane in the Briar Manor Apartments.  Arriving companies reported a truck fully involved.  Command reported two additional vehicles were involved and requested an additional company.

The fire was quickly brought under control and Brighton PD is investigating.

Trailer Fire in Brighton

June 12, 2007

Brighton FD responded for a trailer fire on Elmwood Avenue this afternoon.  Arriving companies found a landscapers enclosed equipment trailer fully involved.  The trailer contained landscape equipment and numerous fuel containers.

The fire was quickly brought under control. 

Investigators from Brighton PD are investigating and there were no reported injuries. 

House Fire in East Rochester

June 11, 2007

East Rochester Firefighters responded for a house fire this morning on Midvale Drive.  East Rochester Command was on location with heavy fire from the rear of the structure.  The fire took over an hour to bring under control.  The home, currently being renovated, sustained heavy fire, smoke and water damage.

 Companies from Brighton, Bushnell's Basin, Fairport, Penfield and Pittsford assisted at the scene.

Investigators from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office are investigating.  There were no reported injuries.

Structure Fire in East Rochester

June 11, 2007

East Rochester FD responded for a reported house fire on Midvale Drive just before 07:00 am.  Chief 3C12 was on location, reporting heavy fire from the rear of the building.  Companies from Fairport, Pittsford, Bushnell's Basin, Penfield and Brighton were dispatched to the scene with additional departments providing fill ins throughout the 3rd Battalion.

The house as being renovated and had a substantial fire load, including many antiques.  Companies brought the fire under control in about an hour and 15 minutes. 

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries.  A family pet was lost in the fire. 

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Egypt

June 09, 2007

Egypt FD responded for a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Pannell Circle this evening around 10:00 pm.  Arriving companies found the motorcycle had left the road and hit a parked pickup truck in a driveway.  The operator was down and pronounced dead at the scene.

Firefighters stood by while MCSO investigated the incident.

Condo Fire in Bushnell's Basin

June 05, 2007

Bushnell's Basin, with Mutual Assistance from Fairport, responded to a reported kitchen fire on Heron Way in the Valley Creek Condominium complex this afternoon.  Command reported a working fire and requested additional companies from Pittsford and Egypt.  The fire was under control in about 20 minutes with very heavy damage to the unit of origin and extension into several adjacent units.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Egypt

March 09, 2007

Egypt FD responded for a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Pannell Circle this evening around 10:00 pm.  Arriving companies found the motorcycle had left the road and hit a parked pickup truck in a driveway.  The operator was down and pronounced dead at the scene.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Penfield

June 04, 2007

Penfield FD responded for a motorcycle MVA on  Route 250 this evening.  Arriving units found the motorcycle operator down in the road.  The victim was declared dead at the scene.  Penfield stood by while the Monroe County Sheriff's Office conducted the investigation. 

CSX Train Fire in Brighton

June 04, 2007

Brighton firefighters dealt with a fire in a CSX engine today.  The initial dispatch was for smoke in the area on South Landing Road.  Command 3C50 was on location and reported the possible train fire.  Fire was confirmed in the engine area and was quickly extinguished.

Fire in Commercial Building in Brighton

June 01, 2007

Brighton FD responded for a water flow alarm early this morning.  Arriving companies discovered smoke in Building H at Clinton Crossings.  Command declared aworing partition fire.  Pittsford responded to the scene with an Engine and Ladder.  Penfield, East Rochester and Henrietta provided fill in companies. 

Motorcycle Accident on Route 590

May 27, 2007

Brighton firefighters responded for a motor vehicle accident this morning on Route 590 between Highland Avenue and Elmwood Avenue.  Arriving companies reported a two (2) car MVA and requested three (3) Advanced Life Support ambulances.  Command was established and reported three (3) people trapped in the vehicles.  One victim was declared dead at the scene and one died at a local hospital.  

Local law enforcement is investigation the incident.  

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Egypt

March 09, 2007

Egypt FD responded for a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Pannell Circle this evening around 10:00 pm.  Arriving companies found the motorcycle had left the road and hit a parked pickup truck in a driveway.  The operator was down and pronounced dead at the scene.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating.

Bushnell's Basin Structure Fire

May 09, 2007

Bushnell's Basin firefighters were dispatched to a reported house fire on Northwood Drive early this morning.  Command was on location reporting a working basement fire.

Fire damage was confined to the basement with heavy heat and smoke damage throughout the home.

Fairport and Egypt responded to the scene and Pittsford provided a fill in company.

The cause of the fire was determined to be an electrical cord short circuit .  There were no reported injuries. 

Motor Vehicle Accident in Penfield

May 04, 2007

Penfield firefighters responded  for a motor vehicle accident with people trapped on Whalen Road today.  Penfield Command reported a vehicle on its side with a broken utility pole.  Companies found the operator trapped and following stabilization, extricated the operator through the windshield.  The victim was transported to a local hospital by Penfield Ambulance.

House Fire in East Rochester

April 20, 2007

East Rochester FD responded for a house fire on West Chestnut Street this morning.  Chief 3C12 was on location, reporting a working fire.  Companies brought the fire under control in about 15 minutes. 

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

Working Fire in Pittsford

March 09, 2007

Pittsford firefighters were on location with heavy smoke issuing from a 2 1/2 story wood frame residential on the corner of Washington Avenue and Golf Avenue just before 5:30 pm today.

The room and contents fire was quickly brought under control.  Brighton FD responded as the FAST team while Bushnell's Basin and Mendon provided fill in companies.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

Working Barn Fire in Fairport

April 19, 2007

Fairport was dispatched to a reported barn fire early this morning.  Command on the scene reported a working fire.  Penfield responded to the scene and Bushnell's Basin and Egypt filled in.  The barn apparently was loaded with antiques that belonged to the property owner.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

House Fire in Mendon

April 09, 2007

Mendon firefighters responded to a reported house fire on Hurlingham Drive this morning.  Arriving companies reported a working fire.  Mutual aid from Pittsford, Fishers, Rush and Honeoye Falls responded to the scene.  Bushnell's Basin and East Rochester provided fill-in companies.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

Working Fire in Pittsford

March 09, 2007

Pittsford firefighters were on location with heavy smoke issuing from a 2 1/2 story wood frame residential on the corner of Washington Avenue and Golf Avenue just before 5:30 pm today.

The room and contents fire was quickly brought under control.  Brighton FD responded as the FAST team while Bushnell's Basin and Mendon provided fill in companies.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

Snowmobiles Crash on CSX Tracks in East Rochester

March 08, 2007

East Rochester responded for a report of a snowmobile accident at the railroad overpass on Marsh Road this evening.  One machine was reportedly fallen from the tracks and landed on top of its rider.  Arriving units found two snowmobiles had gone airborne after going over a mound of gravel and one crashed onto the tracks.  The other went over the trestle and landed on Marsh Road.  The riders were all treated at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Sheriff's deputies report that the snowmobiles were speeding along the CSX railroad tracks at the time of the incident.  Both riders were charged with sledding while intoxicated.

Fatal Crash Closes Route 590 in Brighton

March 07, 2007

Brighton FD responded for a 3 car motor vehicle accident on Interstate Route 590 south between Monroe Avenue and the South Winton Road exit just before 3:00 pm this afternoon.  Companies found two people dead and one injured.

A vehicle traveling northbound on Route 590 crossed the median and struck two south bound vehicles.   

State Police, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and Brighton Police all responded.

Police closed that section of Route 590, during the investigation and while the wreckage was being cleared from the accident scene. The north bound lanes were reportedly bumper to bumper.  The  highway was re-opened around 6:30 pm.  

CSX Train Derailment in East Rochester

January 16, 2007

East Rochester firefighters were dispatched to a possible CSX train derailment on about 7:00 PM this evening.  Arriving companies confirmed multiple cars derailed , power poles down with wires arcing.  Freight cars had left the track in a residential neighborhood along East Maple Street, at the Lincoln Road overpass.  After investigation, a 3 block area was evacuated due to the power outage and extremely cold weather.  The freight cars were found to be carrying consumer goods and no hazardous materials were involved.  Unified command was established, the area was secured and the Command Post set up at the East Rochester Fire House.

CSX reported that the freight train was headed from Syracuse to Buffalo when it derailed.  It is believed to have been traveling at a speed of about 60 miles an hour.  RG&E reported about 600 homes were without power. Crews worked through the night to restore power.  Several of the freight cars  derailed right on top of the Lincoln Road railroad bridge and fell to the road surface below.

Additional companies from Fairport and Penfield assisted at the scene and provided fill-ins.  The Red Cross assisted families and emergency responders.  Monroe County Hazardous Materials team responded as a precaution.

There were no reports of injuries and the cause of the derailment is under investigation.  

War in Iraq Touches 3rd Battalion

September 28, 2006

Brighton Firefighter Robert Lyons and his wife Marcia were so very proud of their son James.  They received the news yesterday that all parents of military personnel dread...their son, stationed in Iraq, had been killed in action Wednesday morning.  

After graduation from Syracuse University, with a degree in Biochemistry, James enlisted in the U.S. Army.  He attended Officer Candidate School and as 1st Lt. James Lyons, he commanded a platoon of M1 Abrams tanks in the 4th Infantry Division.  While leading a patrol along the supply routes in southern Baghdad, James was riding in an exposed position on his tank when he was shot and killed by a sniper.

Bob Lyons has been a member of the Brighton Volunteer Fire Department for more than 30 years.  Since Wednesday, at least two firefighters have been posted at the house around the clock, performing the role of extended family: answering the telephone, accepting flowers and food at the door, coordinating interviews with the media.

Thursday, in the steady rain, Brighton  Firefighters set up two spotlights in the Lyons front yard.  One was trained on the black and yellow ribbons that had been tied around a maple tree while the another illuminated the American flag near the front door.  The flag had been lowered to half staff.

A full military funeral at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church will take place after James is brought home.

“He’s our hero,” Marcia Lyons said.

Working Trailer Fire in Penfield

September 28, 2006

Penfield firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire this morning, just after 7:15 AM.  Neighbors reported seeing fire coming from a trailer on Glazer Drive.  Chief Jim Herko reported a trailer well involved upon arrival.  East Rochester FD. responded to the scene to assist.

The blaze apparently started underneath the mobile home, which is located in the East Avenue Motor Home Park.  Firefighters had the fire under control in 20 minutes.  Chief Herko said the resident was not home at the time of the fire and the trailer appeared to be a total loss.

The cause of the fire, while not suspicious, is under investigation. 

There were no reported injuries and the American Red Cross of Greater Rochester is assisting the resident.

Working Basement Fire in Pittsford

September 25, 2006

Pittsford firefighters responded to a reported basement fire on North Country Club Drive just after 10:30 tonight.  Arriving companies found heavy fire conditions with a well involved basement fire.  Pittsford Command, 3C28, declared a 'Working Fire'.  Personnel had the fire knocked down in approximately 30 minutes.  

A heavy line of storms had just moved through the area.  Lightning reportedly struck a tree in a neighbors yard shortly before the fire was discovered by residents.  East Rochester responded to the scene and Brighton and Bushnell's Basin Fire Departments, covering for Pittsford, handled several additional storm related incidents.  

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries.  

Partition Fire in Fishers

September 06, 2006

Fishers Fire Department responded to a reported partition fire about 12:15 PM today.  Arriving units reported smoke from the roof and requested a Quint from Victor to the scene.  The fire was quickly brought under control and personnel checked for extension. 

Teenager Drowns in Erie Canal in Bushnell's Basin

August 28, 2006

Bushnell's Basin Firefighters responded for a possible drowning in the Erie Canal at the Kreag Road Park about 1:00 PM today.  BBFD personnel, on the scene minutes after the initial dispatch, entered the murky water, but were unable to locate the victim.  Fairport and Pittsford Fire Departments were dispatched for the use of boats and additional water-rescue equipment.  Efforts were unsuccessful.  The SCUBA Team from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office recovered the victim about 4:00 PM.

The 16 year old teen had been swimming with a friend in a section of the canal that is 20 feet deep, when he encountered some sort of problem.  The surviving teen noticed his friend struggling and called 911.

Firefighters remained on the scene and assisted with the recovery efforts.  The Medical Examiner is expected to determine the cause of death and the Sheriff's Office is investigating.

Body Found in Canal in Fairport

August 27, 2006

Fairport Fire Department responded to a reported body in the Erie Canal just after 9:00 AM this morning.  First arriving officers found Monroe County Sheriff's Office Deputies already on the scene and confirmed the initial report of a body floating in the canal.

Firefighters recovered the body of an elderly woman shortly after 10:00 AM.  The body was turned over to the Monroe County Medical Examiner.

House Fire in Fishers

August 18, 2006

Fishers Fire Department was dispatched to Route 251 for a reported house fire this morning,  just before 1:30 AM.  Arriving companies found a large 21/2 story wooden structure well involved.

Firefighters reported all residents were safely out of the structure.  An interpreter responded to assist with the Spanish speaking residents.  

Due to the heavy fire conditions encountered and possible loss of structural integrity, Firefighters were ordered out of the building and mounted an aggressive exterior attack to control the fire.  Mutual Aid companies from Bushnell's Basin, Egypt, Mendon, Pittsford, Honeoye Falls and Victor assisted.  Victor-Farmington Ambulance stood by at the scene.

The cause of the fire is under investigation and there were no reported injuries. 

Structure Fire in Fishers

July 28, 2006

Fishers Firefighters were dispatched to an automatic alarm at Ballantine Trailer on Route 96 at 7:45 PM this evening.  While en-route, companies were advised that Ontario County was receiving numerous reports of a building fire at the location.  Arriving units confirmed heavy smoke from the structure and Command declared a working fire.  A 26' trailer was found fully involved inside the multi-bay garage.  The fire was quickly knocked down and personnel checked for extension and used horizontal ventilation to clear a heavy smoke condition throughout the building.  The fire was declared under control in about 25 minutes.

Bushnell's Basin responded as the FAST team.  The Quint from Egypt and Engines from Mendon and Victor also responded to the scene, along with Victor Farmington Ambulance.

There were no reported injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Kitchen Fire in Fairport

July 6, 2006

Fairport Firefighters responded to a reported house fire on Great Wood Court.  First arriving units reported smoke from the front of the structure.  Upon investigation, Fairport Command reported a fire in the kitchen with extension into the cabinets.  Firefighters extinguished the fire and checked for extension.

There were no injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Fire Damages Brighton House

June 26, 2006

Brighton Firefighters responded for a house fire this afternoon on Dorking Road. Battalion Chief 3C40 was on location with heavy smoke showing from a one story frame structure.  Penfield responded as the FAST and East Rochester responded to the scene with manpower for assistance.

The fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes.  There were no reported injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation by Brighton PD.

Warehouse Fire in Fairport

May 7, 2006

Fairport Firefighters responded to the HP Neun Company warehouse, on Parce Avenue,  just after 10:30 pm for a water flow alarm.  Prior to arrival, additional telephone alarms of a fire in the cardboard box storage building were received.

1st arriving companies found the first floor heavily involved with fire.  Due to the type of occupancy and the heavy fire load, mutual aid companies were dispatched.  East Rochester and Penfield responded directly to the scene, while Bushnell's Basin and Egypt provided fill-in crews.

Fairport Chief Bryan Williams stated that the HP Neun warehouse is one of the most dangerous buildings in the fire district.  Fairport fire officials routinely inspect the facility.   

The were no injuries reported and Monroe County Fire Investigators are looking into the  cause of the incident.

House Destroyed in Fishers

April 30, 2006

Fishers Fire Department responded to a fully involved house fire on North Road just before 5:00 pm.  Due to its rural location, tankers from Mendon, Victor, East Bloomfield, West Bloomfield, Ionia and Farmington were dispatched.  Bushnell's Basin FD responded to the scene with a FAST Team also dispatched their Heavy Rescue for a cascade system operation.  Egypt and Fairport also assisted.

The residents, a family of four, were not home at the time of the fire and are being assisted by the Red Cross.  There were no reported injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Penfield Works Major Residential Fire

April 28, 2006

Penfield Firefighters responded to a reported attached garage fire on Chantilly Lane at 3:15 pm today.  Arriving companies found the garage fully involved with heavy extension into the house.  The garage was destroyed with very heavy damage throughout the house.  A convertible parked in the garage was also lost.  The fire was under control in about 45 minutes.

Chief Jim Herko said a family of five lived in the house, but he was unsure if anyone was home at the time the fire broke out.  The Red Cross was assisting the family with food, clothing and counseling.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Companies from Brighton, Bushnell's Basin, East Rochester, Egypt, Fairport, Pittsford, West Webster and Webster provided mutual aid to the scene and coverage at the three Penfield Fire Stations.

House Fire on Stone Road in Pittsford

April 17, 2006

Pittsford Firefighters responded for a stove fire in the basement, just before 4:30 pm today, on Stone Road.  While en-route, firefighters received an update reporting a house at the location.  First arriving companies reported a working house fire. An assignment from Henrietta responded to assist at the scene, while Brighton and Mendon Fire Departments provided fill in companies.  The fire was confined to the basement with smoke damage throughout the house.  The cause of the fire is under investigation, and Investigators are looking in the area of the stove. 

Basement Fire on Church Street in Pittsford

April 08, 2006

Pittsford firefighters were dispatched to a reported house fire on Church Street just before midnight.  Arriving companies found heavy smoke conditions throughout the structure with a well involved basement fire that had burned through the 1st floor prior to arrival.   Personnel made a quick knockdown and performed salvage.  No injuries were reported and Firefighters rescued several pets from the house.  East Rochester responded to the scene and Brighton and Mendon Fire Departments provided fill-in companies.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.                                       Photos

Fatal Accident on Route 490

April 04, 2006

Firefighters from Brighton and Pittsford

were dispatched to Route 490, near the Route 31F intersection for a motor vehicle accident around 1:00 pm today.  Arriving units found a van had left the east bound lane and apparently rolled, coming to rest after hitting several trees.  Command reported one person trapped

The lone occupant of the van, the driver, was pronounced dead at the scene.  Units from both departments stood by the scene while Monroe County Sheriff's Office conducted the investigation.  

Fairport Firefighters were dispatched to a report of an apartment fire with the possibility of people trapped about 12:30 am.  Chief Bryan Williams, 3C14, was on location with a working fire involving several units.

The fire apparently started in one unit of the Whitney Ridge apartment complex and spread to two others.  Quick work on the part of the Fairport Fire Department and Mutual Aid companies from Bushnell's Basin, East Rochester, Egypt and Penfield prevented additional damage.

Ambulance crews transported five people to local hospitals.  One patient suffered second-and third-degree burns.  The condition of the victims was not reported.

A total of seven families have been displaced by the fire.  Residents report finding heavy smoke in the hallways and, once outside, finding the building was well involved with fire.

The fire took less than 1 hour to bring under control.  Monroe County Fire investigators are in the process of determining the cause of the fire.  The Red Cross is assisting residents effected by the fire.

Firefighters Donate Rescue Blankets

March, 2006

Pittsford Fire Department recently made a donation of eight fireproof rescue blankets to the Sisters of St. Joseph.  The blankets will be used at Daystar, a mission the specializes in the care of infants with medical and developmental needs.

Town Fire Marshal Kelly Cline, also a Pittsford Firefighter, discovered the need for the blankets while addressing several safety issues with the Daystar staff.  The blankets are a requirement for the mission to gain New York State Health Department accreditation.  

The rescue blankets will be mounted on each of the infants cribs and can be used during an emergency evacuation of the facility.

Chief Scott Joerger said the department spent about $600 and the action was unanimously supported by department members.  

Firefighters Compete in Annual Ski Race

March 18, 2006

Firefighters representing departments from the 3rd Battalion and throughout western New York competed in the 6th Annual Western New York Firefighters Ski Race.  

  1 -  North Boston #1
  2 -  Cheshire
  3 -  Spencerport
  4 -  Egypt
  5 -  City of Rochester
  6 -  Webster Explorers
  7 -  North Boston #2
  8 -  Geneseo
  9 -  East Rochester
10 - Rochester Airport Firefighters
11 - Bushnell's Basin

All proceeds from this event go to support the Finger Lakes Regional Burn Association.

The association is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness of burn-related issues.  Another important aspect of the associations hard work centers on helping burn survivors through the physical, psychological and financial hardships associated with this type of injury.  

It is comprised of representatives from the Fire Service, EMS, Shriners and burn survivors.  Personnel from the local burn unit also participate and lend their expertise to the efforts.  The members are committed to helping those who have endured the painful ordeal of burn treatment and all volunteer their time in support of this cause.

Fire Damages Perinton Home

February 20, 2006

Bushnell's Basin Firefighters responded to a reported house on Blandford Lane.  Chief Ken Love, 3C11, reported a working fire shortly after arriving on the scene.  

Firefighters found a partition fire extending from the 1st floor to the 2nd floor with fire visible on the exterior of the house.  Crews held the damage to the walls with minimal smoke and water damage.

A FAST Team responded from Pittsford with Fairport filling in at Basin Station 1 and Egypt at Basin Station 2.

Inclement Weather Claims Life

January 25, 2006

Mendon Firefighters responded around 5:30 pm. to a two car accident on the Mendon Ionia Road (Rte 64).  Firefighters reported a two car accident with multiple injuries.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office says a car was headed northbound on Mendon-Ionia Road when the driver lost control and collided with a car in the southbound lane. The driver of the northbound car was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital and later died.  The other driver is reported to have suffered non-life threatening injuries.

Slippery road conditions, caused by heavy wet snow, were apparently a contributing factor in the accident.

January 24, 2006

Mendon Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on the Pittsford Mendon Road (Rte 64) about 4:00 am.  Arriving companies found one car had gone off the road and flipped, pinning the driver.  

Monroe County Sheriff's Office reported that the accident appeared to have occurred earlier in the morning and had gone undiscovered for some time.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene.  No one else was in the car at the time. The accident is under investigation

Fatal Accident Closes Section of Pittsford Victor Road (Rte 96)

November 20, 2005

A deadly three car crash closed Route 96 in Pittsford Monday afternoon for more than six hours.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office reported that the driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene.

Pittsford and Bushnell's Basin Fire Departments were dispatched to the three car crash shortly after 1:30 pm.  Deputies reported a male driver in a Toyota station wagon crossed the center line, sideswiping a moving truck going in the opposite direction.  The driver of the moving truck lost control and hit a Volvo driven by a Fairport resident.  No tickets had been issued, but authorities are trying to determine why the driver of the station wagon initially crossed the yellow line.

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