URGENT NEWS!!!
Pay attention to the ballot in May. Although this sounds like a good idea, it is far from it! Vote NO for the Statewide Referendum Act 2020-91 on the ballot. This has been purposely worded to be misleading and make it look as though you will be supporting the "Pennsylvania Fire Service". This couldn't be farther from the truth! Currently only VOLUNTEER departments are able to access the Volunteer Loan Assistance Program money for low interest loans. If you vote yes under the assumption that you are helping the "Pennsylvania Fire Service" you are only helping the cities and municipalities that have paid services and actually taking away from the VOLUNTEERS that spend countless hours trying to fundraise to buy equipment to help keep you safe, ALL for FREE! The word VOLUNTEER was removed from PA Title 35 Health & Safety Statues as part of a recommendation of the SR6 bill, which was concocted to supposedly help "save" the Pennsylvania VOLUNTEER fire service, and pave way for a "state fire advisory board" ran by the PA State Fire Commissioners Office. This "advisory" board has been given authority to oversee numerous items including the grants, loans and firemans relief funds. Bear in mind that the Municipal (paid) Fire Departments make up approximately 1% of the fire departments in Pennsylvania HOWEVER it is specifically spelled out that at least 4 of the 14 positions on this board will be "paid professionals" (as they like to call themselves). The remainder, appointed by the governor, requires certification levels that would rule out most of the volunteers through age, current office held or what type and when they were certified a Pennsylvania firefighter. Experience and time in the fire service would count as NOTHING. There is also NO language that GUARANTEES a certain number of VOLUNTEERS must sit on this board as it does stipulate the positions of the 1% "paid professionals" (as they like to call themselves). We need to "plug the hole in the bottom of the boat" FIRST before trying to bail water out of it. Help your VOLUNTEERS, so that they can continue to help you. So many of them have given up countless hours, pay, holidays, and important functions to be there for you in some of your darkest hours. All of this without asking for anything in return. We need you now more than ever! PLEASE help us and pass the word....vote NO!
Pay attention to the ballot in May. Although this sounds like a good idea, it is far from it! Vote NO for the Statewide Referendum Act 2020-91 on the ballot. This has been purposely worded to be misleading and make it look as though you will be supporting the "Pennsylvania Fire Service". This couldn't be farther from the truth! Currently only VOLUNTEER departments are able to access the Volunteer Loan Assistance Program money for low interest loans. If you vote yes under the assumption that you are helping the "Pennsylvania Fire Service" you are only helping the cities and municipalities that have paid services and actually taking away from the VOLUNTEERS that spend countless hours trying to fundraise to buy equipment to help keep you safe, ALL for FREE! The word VOLUNTEER was removed from PA Title 35 Health & Safety Statues as part of a recommendation of the SR6 bill, which was concocted to supposedly help "save" the Pennsylvania VOLUNTEER fire service, and pave way for a "state fire advisory board" ran by the PA State Fire Commissioners Office. This "advisory" board has been given authority to oversee numerous items including the grants, loans and firemans relief funds. Bear in mind that the Municipal (paid) Fire Departments make up approximately 1% of the fire departments in Pennsylvania HOWEVER it is specifically spelled out that at least 4 of the 14 positions on this board will be "paid professionals" (as they like to call themselves). The remainder, appointed by the governor, requires certification levels that would rule out most of the volunteers through age, current office held or what type and when they were certified a Pennsylvania firefighter. Experience and time in the fire service would count as NOTHING. There is also NO language that GUARANTEES a certain number of VOLUNTEERS must sit on this board as it does stipulate the positions of the 1% "paid professionals" (as they like to call themselves). We need to "plug the hole in the bottom of the boat" FIRST before trying to bail water out of it. Help your VOLUNTEERS, so that they can continue to help you. So many of them have given up countless hours, pay, holidays, and important functions to be there for you in some of your darkest hours. All of this without asking for anything in return. We need you now more than ever! PLEASE help us and pass the word....vote NO!
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2021 Annual Fire Department Banquet
The annual banquet was held on Saturday March 6th, 2021. This years honoree was Tim Holt, past chief and member of 39 years. Service awards were presented to James Baily and Jason Swanson for 10 years, Matt Bressler for 25 years, Bill Horton for 30 years, Joe Stauffer 50 years & Tom Brinkley for 60 years. The Auxiliary presented a very generous gift to help support our cause and this years speaker was Father Phil Pinczewski.
The annual banquet was held on Saturday March 6th, 2021. This years honoree was Tim Holt, past chief and member of 39 years. Service awards were presented to James Baily and Jason Swanson for 10 years, Matt Bressler for 25 years, Bill Horton for 30 years, Joe Stauffer 50 years & Tom Brinkley for 60 years. The Auxiliary presented a very generous gift to help support our cause and this years speaker was Father Phil Pinczewski.
Fire Prevention
Fire Prevention week was observed October 4th - 10th. This years theme was "Serve Up Fire Safety In The Kitchen!" Although we did not get to visit the local school district due to COVID-19, we did visit the local pre-schools and setup a community display Friday evening. Thank you to all that came out and participated and especially MD159 for the use of their parking lot!
Fire Prevention week was observed October 4th - 10th. This years theme was "Serve Up Fire Safety In The Kitchen!" Although we did not get to visit the local school district due to COVID-19, we did visit the local pre-schools and setup a community display Friday evening. Thank you to all that came out and participated and especially MD159 for the use of their parking lot!
In-House Training
Kane Station 5 held an in-house training session Sunday to practice ventilation, search & rescue, hose advancement and airpack drills. Many thanks to Dave Kozerski for use of the structure, KVFD Auxillary for cooking lunch, and Dave Carlson for taking pictures.
Kane Station 5 held an in-house training session Sunday to practice ventilation, search & rescue, hose advancement and airpack drills. Many thanks to Dave Kozerski for use of the structure, KVFD Auxillary for cooking lunch, and Dave Carlson for taking pictures.
1/11/2019 Structure Fire
Station 5 was dispatched to a structure fire late Friday morning in Kane Borough. First arriving units found the structure fully involved and called for additional resources due to cold weather conditions and building construction. Mutual aid was received from Mt. Jewett station 10, and Wilcox station 6.
Station 5 was dispatched to a structure fire late Friday morning in Kane Borough. First arriving units found the structure fully involved and called for additional resources due to cold weather conditions and building construction. Mutual aid was received from Mt. Jewett station 10, and Wilcox station 6.
Halloween Party
Members and invited guests attended a Halloween costume party on Saturday hosted by department members. Many laughs and a good time was had by all! Its always good to blow off a little steam and enjoy the company of each other.
Members and invited guests attended a Halloween costume party on Saturday hosted by department members. Many laughs and a good time was had by all! Its always good to blow off a little steam and enjoy the company of each other.
Memorial Day Parade 2018
Station 5 along with neighboring departments and various organizations gathered on Memorial Day to remember and honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military for the annual parade.
Station 5 along with neighboring departments and various organizations gathered on Memorial Day to remember and honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military for the annual parade.
The New Engine 53 Has Arrived!
Engine 53 has arrived and been placed in service. It was custom built by Sutphen and boasts a 1750 GPM pump, 1000 gallon tank, two 30 gallon foam tanks, 10kW hydraulic generator, air-prime pump, 1,000' of LDH supply line, 1,000' of 3" supply line, Jaws of Life rescue tools with reels, LED lighting, VHF-Low, VHF High, and UHF radios, and seating for 5 plus the driver. Compartment customization and tool mounting was completed by Fire & Marine Inc.
Engine 53 has arrived and been placed in service. It was custom built by Sutphen and boasts a 1750 GPM pump, 1000 gallon tank, two 30 gallon foam tanks, 10kW hydraulic generator, air-prime pump, 1,000' of LDH supply line, 1,000' of 3" supply line, Jaws of Life rescue tools with reels, LED lighting, VHF-Low, VHF High, and UHF radios, and seating for 5 plus the driver. Compartment customization and tool mounting was completed by Fire & Marine Inc.
