In 2021, the Lafayette Fire Company received the delivery of our brand new Pierce Enforcer pumper which is designated as Engine 63-2. Years of research and development culminated in the addition of this new unit to bolster our fleet. We held a new engine housing and parade for … [Read more...]
Just before our monthly Membership Meeting kicked off last evening, Engine 63-2 was alerted for a Dwelling Fire on Chelsea Loop in Box Area 54-02. Engine 63-2 responded on dispatch as part of the First Alarm Assignment. First arriving units found a fire in an attached … [Read more...]
Just after 2am, the LFC was dispatched to the 100 block of Strasburg Pike for a non-injury vehicle accident. Engine 63-1 arrived to find a single vehicle had struck the old Bonholtzer’s Mill at the bridge over the Mill Creek. There was severe damage to the vehicle, and minimal … [Read more...]
3rd Annual Fasnachts for Fassnacht Fundraiser Raises nearly $3000 for Cancer Prevention Donate Here The famous donut like pastry sourced from Bird-in-Hand Bakery helps us remember one of our finest public servants, Jan Fassnacht, who was taken too soon by cancer … [Read more...]
Around 6:45PM, the Company was dispatched with Mutual Aid to the First Block of Ranck Avenue in Lancaster Township for a Dwelling Fire. Callers reported a fire on the stove within the kitchen of the dwelling. Chief 20 (Little) was first arriving and established the Incident … [Read more...]
At approximately 2:30PM, Truck 63 was dispatched on the First Alarm Assignment to assist Company 41 (Hand-in-Hand Fire Company) with a Building Fire in the First Block of Eastbook Road. Truck 63 responded on dispatch with 5 personnel. Assistant 41 was the first arriving to find … [Read more...]
We have received many inquiries regarding the future status of our 1978 Mack CF Engine 63-2 known to many as 'the Mack'. It was placed out of service late last summer when it's scheduled replacement, a 2021 Pierce Enforcer, was placed in service. Last night the membership … [Read more...]
Just after 7:30PM, Company 63 was dispatched to the 1000 block of Clark Street in Lancaster Township for a investigation. The 9-1-1 caller reported hearing a smoke alarm from a neighboring address. As members were turning out, a second call stated an odor of smoke coming from the … [Read more...]
Recently the LFC purchased a 2021 Ford Utility PI to replace our aging 2008 Ford Expedition, which was purchased used. This vehicle will serve as our Duty Officer Vehicle, which is often referred to as our “Duty Buggy”. This vehicle is operated by one of six of our Fire … [Read more...]
This afternoon, The Engine Company was dispatched with the First Alarm Assignment to the 900 Block of Sheaffer Road in Box Area 54-01 for a Dwelling Fire. The caller reported a smoke condition in the kitchen of the residence. First arriving units found a moderate smoke condition … [Read more...]
Just prior to lunch, both Engines handled a Vehicle Fire on Ranck Avenue in Lancaster Township. The fire was mostly contained to the engine compartment of the vehicle. Crews fully extinguished the fire, checked for hotspots, and cleared roughly 20 minutes into the incident. … [Read more...]
Passing of Lt. Robin Weaver
The LFC extends our sincere condolences to the East Lampeter Township Police Department, and to the family and friends of Police Lieutenant, Robin Weaver (ret.). Over his years of service, Lt. Weaver worked side-by-side with many of our volunteers on emergency scenes. His … [Read more...]
This evening, Lafayette Fire Company Officers were sworn into their positions for the year 2022. The oath of office was lead by PA State Rep. Keith Greiner. Officers for the year 2022: Executive Officers: President: Jason Beiler Vice President: Tom Lieberher Recording … [Read more...]
Around 3:30AM, Engine 63-1 and Squad 63-1 handled a Vehicle Accident with Rollover at Route 30 E and Lincoln Highway East. There were no injuries. Units stood by until the car was removed from the wooded area along the highway. Company 62 (Witmer Fire Protective … [Read more...]
The second box of the day was around 10:15AM in the 2300 Block of Lincoln Highway East (Applebees) for a Building Fire. Employees of the restaurant reported a fire in the kitchen of building. Chief 41 arrived first to find black smoke from the hood vents on the roof and a working … [Read more...]
