05/19/12  Engine 2, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to St. Paul St at Norton St for a MVA with a person possibly trapped. Engine 2 was on location confirming a person trapped. Extrication was completed in 15 minutes.

05/16/12  Engine 10, Engine 2, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to Seneca Av at Route 104 for a reported MVA with a person trapped. Engine 2 was on location with a vehicle overturned and a person trapped. Extrication was completed in 11 minutes.

05/14/12  The members of Dewey and Ridgeway would like to wish FF Jason Ashton(Engine 10 Group 1) and FF Guy Higgins(Truck 2 Group 1) good luck in their new assignments. You will be missed. We would also like to welcome FF Dana Ross to Engine 10 Group 1.

05/11/12  Engine 5, Engine 3, Truck 2 and Battalion 2 responded to 170 Fulton Av for a report of smoke in the hallway. Engine 5 was on location with nothing showing, then reported smoke from a second floor window and requested the rest of the assignment. Engine 10(R.I.C.), Truck 5, Car 66(in place of Car 99), The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded. Command reported a working fire in a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling and Truck 5 assumed R.I.C. duties from Engine 10. The fire was under control in 16 minutes. For an article from the Democrat and Chronicle, click here.

05/08/12  Engine 19, Truck 2, Engine 10, Engine 2(R.I.C.), Truck 6, Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 9 West Boulevard Parkway for smoke from the structure. Engine 19 and Truck 2 were on location with heavy smoke from the roof of a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Truck 2 assumed command and requested an extra company, bringing Engine 3 to the scene. Command then requested a second alarm, with Engine 16 and Truck 10 responding. Engine 3 took over R.I.C. duties, and the fire was under control in 55 minutes. Engine 8 filled in at Engine 2's quarters on North Clinton Av, Truck 5 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway, and both The Barnard Fire Department and North Greece Fire Department filled in at Engine 19's quarters on Lake Av. For a news story with video from YNN Channel 9 news, click here.

05/05/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 3, Engine 5(R.I.C.), Truck 10, Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 187 Magee Av for a reported stove fire. Engine 10 and Truck 2 were on location with nothing showing and people out front. Engine 10 further reported a stove fire with extension to the cabinets. The fire was under control in 11 minutes.

05/04/12  Engine 5, Engine 10, Truck 2, Truck 10, Engine 3(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 37 Malvern St for a report of smoke from an abandoned house and the possibility of children inside. Engine 5 was on location with a working fire in a 2 1/2 story boarded up vacant dwelling. Command requested an extra company, bringing Engine 17 to the scene. Searches showed no one was trapped in the structure, and the fire was under control in 27 minutes. 2 firefighters suffered minor injuries. For a news story with video from YNN Channel 9, click here. For photos from Monroe County Fire Wire, click here.

05/01/12  Engine 19, Engine 10, Truck 2 and Battalion 1 responded to assist The Rochester Police Department at 153 Alpha St when an explosive device was found during a search. Engine 8 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway and Engine 16 filled in at Engine 19's quarters on Lake Av. For a news story with video from WOKR Channel 13, click here.

04/30/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to West Ridge Rd and Goodwill St for a MVA with a person possibly trapped. Engine 10 and Truck 2 were on location with a vehicle on its roof and into a building, confirming a person trapped. Extrication was completed in less than 10 minutes.

04/28/12  Engine 10 filled in at The Ridge Road Fire District while they worked a fire at 130 Indigo Creek in the Town of Greece.

04/25/12  Engine 5, Engine 3, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Truck 2, Truck 10, Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 38 Finch St for the report of a house fire with people trapped on the front porch roof. Engine 5 was on location with no visible fire and people on the porch roof of a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Command reported a working fire on the first floor, and it was under control in 14 minutes. For a news story from WOKR Channel 13, click here.

04/24/12  To view the "music video" produced for, and shown at this year's awards banquet, click here.

04/23/12  Engine 2, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to 206 Seneca Av for a MVA with a person possibly trapped. Engine 2 and Engine 10 were on location with a car MVA. Engine 10 confirmed 1 person trapped and they would be popping a door. The person was extricated in 21 minutes. For photos, click here.

04/20/12  The Rochester Fire Department held it's annual awards banquet last night and we would like to congratulate all of this year's recipients, especially FF Roger Rebman of Engine 10 Group 3. FF Rebman, along with FF Doug King, received this year's Firefighter of the year award.

04/17/12  The members of Dewey and Ridgeway would like to express our condolences to FF Doug Platt(Engine 10, Group 1) and family for the loss of his father. Norris Platt passed away on 4/16/12. A memorial service will be held Saturday May 12th, 2012 at the Ridge Culver Fire Department, 2960 Culver Rd, from 4 PM to 7 PM. 

04/11/12  Engine 5 responded to 90 Otis St for a 2 car MVA. While en route, the assignment was upgraded for the report of a person trapped. Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded. Engine 5 was on location and reported they would need a door popped open. The person was extricated in 14 minutes.

04/10/12  Engine 16 and Truck 6 responded to 401 Seneca Manor Dr for an automatic fire alarm. Engine 16 was on location with nothing showing, then further reported a fire in apartment 615. Engine 2, Truck 2, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, The Deputy Chief and Protectives then responded to fill out the assignment. Engine 9 and Engine 13 also responded as the High Rise Team. Command requested a second alarm, bringing Engine 1, Engine 17 and Truck 10. 1 person was rescued from the apartment and sent to the hospital and several residents were assisted. Engine 3 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway, Engine 8 filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse and the fire was under control in 33 minutes. For a news story from WHEC Channel 10, click here. For a news story with video from YNN Channel 9, click here.

04/10/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to West Ridge Rd at Dewey Av for a MVA with a vehicle over turned and someone possibly trapped. Engine 10 and Truck 2 were on location with a vehicle on its side against a pole, and confirming 1 person trapped. The victim was extricated in 11 minutes. For a news story from WHEC Channel 10, click here.

04/09/12  Engine 2, Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 16(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to 2222 St Paul St for a possible shed fire in the lower section of Seneca Park near the zoo. Engine 2 was on location with a large brush fire along the Genesee River bank. The fire was under control in 1 hour and 12 minutes.

04/08/12  Engine 10 filled in at Engine 19's quarters on Lake Av while they worked an EMS call.

04/08/12  Engine 3, Engine 5, Truck 2, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Truck 10, Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 215 Ravine Av for a reported garage fire. Engine 3 was on location with a detached garage heavily involved with fire. Engine 3 further reported electric lines also burning in the rear and exposure problems to several other garages. The fire was under control in 18 minutes.

04/06/12  Engine 2, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to 1532 St Paul St for a MVA with a person possibly trapped. Engine 2 was on location with a vehicle into a pole and confirmed 1 person trapped. The person was extricated in 14 minutes. For photos, click here.

04/03/12  Engine 10 filled in at the Genesee St firehouse while companies worked a chimney fire at 72 Brooks Av. The fire was under control in 38 minutes.

04/03/12  Our website is 3 years old, and we would like to thank everyone for their continued support! As always, we are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

04/02/12  Engine 10 filled in at the North Clinton Av firehouse, while companies worked a house fire at 101 Maria St. The fire was under control in about 30 minutes. For a news story from WHEC Channel 10, click here.

03/30/12  Engine 16, Engine 9, Truck 6, Truck 2, Engine 2(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 17 Pomeroy St for a reported garage fire. Engine 16 was on location with a garage fully involved. Command declared a working fire and requested RG&E to the scene due to electric lines involved. Engine 3 and Truck 3 filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse, and the fire was under control in 20 minutes. For photos, click here.

03/28/12  Engine 10 filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse while companies worked a second alarm fire with people trapped at 79 Coleman Terrace. Truck 3 filled in at the Monroe Av firehouse and Engine 1 filled in at the Wisconsin St firehouse. For photos and audio, click here.

03/25/12  Truck 2 filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse while companies worked a house fire at 53 Fifth St. For audio and photos, click here.

03/23/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 2, Truck 10, Engine 3(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to 433 Flower City Park for a possible house fire. Truck 2 was on location with smoke showing from the front porch of a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Truck 2 further reported a small fire on the porch, and they would handle with Engine 10 and Battalion 1. The fire was under control in 5 minutes.

03/21/12  Rochester Fire Chief John Caufield has announced he will be retiring as of April 27, 2012. Chief Caufield will be taking a position as the mid-Atlantic regional director of the National Fire Prevention Association. Executive Deputy Chief Sam Mitrano will take over until a new Fire Chief is placed. For a news story from WHEC Channel 10, click here.

03/20/12  Engine 10 filled in at The Barnard Fire Department while they worked a fire on Milford St in The Town of Greece.

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03/19/12  It is with great regret to announce the line of duty death of Norfolk, Va Firefighter Jonathan “Johnny” Myers. Johnny was found unconscious and pulseless by his colleagues in the bunk room, after finishing a training exercise at the Fire Station. CPR was initiated and he was transported to DePaul Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Click here to read more on Jonathan “Johnny” Myers.

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03/18/12  Engine 19 responded to the area of Turning Point Park off Boxart St for a reported brush fire. They were on location confirming a large brush fire along the Genesee River gorge behind 238 River Heights. Engine 10 responded to fill in at Engine 19's quarters, and then was requested to the scene to assist Engine 19. The fire was under control in 29 minutes and Engine 13 responded to fill in at Engine 19's quarters on Lake Av.

03/16/12  Tomorrow is St. Patrick's day, and The City of Rochester's annual parade will take place at 12:30 downtown. It begins on East Av at Alexander St, turns onto Main St, and ends on Main St at Plymouth Av. We would also like to remind everyone to enjoy the day, but do so responsibly. Remember that your actions, effect everyone around you. For more info about the parade, click here.

03/16/12  Puerto Plata Rochester Sister Cities Firefighters Fund Raising Event.

 In July of 2011, a group of Firefighters from Puerto Plata in The Dominican Republic came to Rochester to be trained in National Firefighter Level 1. Since then, members of the Dominican Sister City Committee have been accepting donations, and firefighting equipment to help the Puerto Plata Firefighters to modernize their firefighting force. A fundraiser will be held on Monday March 26^th at the "D’Mangu Dominican Restaurant," 1475 East Henrietta Rd. Rochester N.Y 14623. The event starts at 6:30 P.M. Click here for more information about the fundraiser. Click here to learn more about the Puerto Plata Firefighters visit.

03/15/12  Engine 10, Truck 10(with Specials Ops 1) and Battalion 1 responded to The Genesee River gorge near Bridge View Dr for the report of a bicyclist that had fallen into the river and was stuck approximately 40 feet below the trail. The person was rescued from the gorge in about 30 minutes.

03/11/12  Engine 2(with Specials Ops 2), Truck 6, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded to the Driving Park Bridge for a report of a person that had jumped from the bridge. After a search of the Genesee River, the person was located, but unfortunately did not survive.  

03/08/12  It's time to "spring ahead" with our clocks again, and that means it's also time to check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Be sure all are in working order and have fresh batteries. Also remember, never disable or take down your detectors.  

03/07/12  Engine 3, Engine 5, Truck 5, Truck 2, Engine 17(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 1133 Emerson St for the report of a forklift on fire. Engine 3 was on location with light smoke showing from a large industrial structure. Battalion 2 reported a working fire in a large light weight construction building and requested another engine to assist with water supply. Engine 1 then responded. Command requested a second alarm, bringing Engine 2 and Truck 6 to the scene. The fire was under control in about 25 minutes.  

03/04/12  Engine 2, Engine 16, Truck 6, Truck 2, Engine 17(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 24 Bismark Terrace for a reported house fire. Engine 2 and The Protectives were on location with a working fire in a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Engine 5 and Truck 5 both filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse, and the fire was under control in 20 minutes.

02/28/12  Engine 10 filled in at the Broad and Allen firehouse, while companies worked a 2 alarm house fire at 381 Genesee St. Truck 4 filled in at the Gardiner Av firehouse, and Engine 16 filled in at the Andrews St firehouse. The fire was under control in 1 hour and 12 minutes. For a news story with video from WROC Channel 8, click here. For photos, audio and video from Monroe County Fire Wire, click here. 

02/25/12  Engine 2, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to Route 104 at Seneca Av for a MVA with the possibility of someone trapped. Engine 2 was on location with a multi car accident, and reported they would need 1 door opened. The person was extricated in within 10 minutes.  

02/25/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 3, Engine 5(R.I.C.), Engine 2(in place of Rescue 11), Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded to 100 Holleder Pkwy for a report of a fire in a machine. Engine 3 was on location with nothing showing and being met out front. Truck 2 assumed command until Battalion 2's arrival and reported a small fire in a dust collector. The fire was under control in 14 minutes.

02/24/12  Engine 3, Engine 5, Truck 5, Engine 13(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 770 Emerson St for a report of smoke and flames seen from the top of the building. Engine 3 was on location with smoke in the area of an industrial complex, and then further reported heavy smoke from a 4 story brick building. Command requested a second alarm, with Engine 10, Truck 2 and Engine 2 responding. Command then reported the fire involved machine cooling oil and requested Engine 12 as a foam company. A third alarm was requested, bringing Engine 17 and Truck 10 to the scene. Truck 3 filled in at the Broad and Allen firehouse, and Engine 16 filled in at the Lyell Av firehouse. CSX Railroad was notified to shut down rail traffic due to hose lines being laid across the tracks. 1 firefighter was treated for a knee injury and the fire was under control in 43 minutes. For a news story with video from WOKR Channel 13, click here.

02/23/12  We would like to remind everyone of the importance of fire safety in and around your home. Each spring and fall, you are reminded to check your smoke detector batteries, and every October, we participate in "Fire Prevention Week." Having a plan, and practicing fire safety is of the highest importance every day, not just during those "reminders." The Rochester Fire Department and Communications Bureau have produced several public service announcements to educate the community about fire safety. To view these videos, click here. The videos can also be seen on City Government Access Channel 12 on Cable TV on the following dates and times:

Friday, February 24 - 2 p.m.
Saturday, February 25 - 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Sunday, February 26 - 12:30 p.m.
Monday, February 27 - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, February 28 - 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Wednesday, February 29 - 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Thursday, March 1 - 12:30 p.m.
Friday, March 2 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 3 - 8:30 p.m.

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02/23/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 2, Engine 16(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded along with The Kodak Park Fire Department for slag from a smelter burning in Building 101 within Kodak Park. 7C20(KPFD) was on location reporting slag burning and it was mostly contained. The fire was under control in 23 minutes. 

02/22/12  Engine 10 filled in at Engine 2's quarters on North Clinton Av while companies worked a fire in a vacant structure at 139 Morrill St. That fire was under control in 1 hour and 8 minutes. For a news article from WROC News 8, click here.

02/21/12  Engine 3, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded to the intersection of Mount Read Blvd and Emerson St for the report of a MVA with the possibility of a person trapped. Engine 3 was on location confirming a person trapped. Command requested another company to assist, bringing Truck 2 to the scene. The person was extricated in 18 minutes. For a news story with photo from YNN Channel 9, click here.

02/17/12  Engine 3, Engine 5, Truck 2, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded to The Metro Waste Recycling Center at 384 Lee Rd for the report of a fire inside the building. Engine 3 was on location with nothing showing from a large commercial structure, then further reported a fire inside involving the compactor. Command requested an extra truck company, bringing Truck 5 to the scene. 2 people were treated for smoke inhalation, Engine 2 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway and the fire was under control in 31 minutes.

02/13/12  Engine 19, Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 3(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 263 Chesterfield Dr for a reported closet on fire. Engine 19 was on location with a working fire in a 1 story wood frame dwelling. Truck 2 assumed command until Battalion 1's arrival. The fire was under control in about 45 minutes. Engine 2 filled in at Engine 19's quarters on Lake Av.

02/11/12  Engine 16, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1, along with The Ridge Culver Fire Department, responded to the area of Route 104 eastbound at Carter St for the report of a MVA with a vehicle roll over. Battalion 1 was on location with a multi car MVA involving both directions of travel; on Route 104 at Goodman St. Battalion 1 further reported 1 of the vehicles into a pole in the meridian. Both directions of travel were closed at the Goodman St exits. 3 patients were transported to the hospital, 1 with serious injuries. Engine 10 assisted with popping a door, and the expressway was reopened within 45 minutes. For a news story with photo from the Democrat and Chronicle, click here.

02/11/12  The Ridge Road Fire District responded to 1360 Ridgeway Av in The Town of Greece, for the report of a house fire. RRFD 254 was on location with smoke from the structure and 2 people on the roof. Engine 10, Battalion 2 and The Barnard Fire District responded mutual aid to the scene. Engine 3 responded to fill in at RRFD's Long Pond Rd firehouse. 2 people were transported to the hospital with smoke inhalation, and the fire was under control in 58 minutes. For a news story from WHEC-TV 10, click here & for audio, click here.

02/10/12  Engine 5, Engine 13, Truck 10, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Truck 6(in place of Rescue 11), Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 26 Fulton Av for a possible house fire. Engine 5 was on location with nothing showing, and then further reported a fire on the first floor. The fire was under control in 5 minutes, and Battalion 2 handled with the first in assignment, returning The Deputy Chief and Protectives.

02/09/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 13, Engine 3(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 198 Pierpont St for a reported house fire. Engine 10 was on location with flames from the second floor of a large 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Command requested another truck company to the scene, bringing Truck 5. Command then reported heavy fire on the first and second floor, and requested a second alarm. Engine 16 and Engine 17 responded, with Engine 16 assuming R.I.C. duties. An exterior attack was ordered due to the heavy fire conditions. The fire was under control in approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, and Engine 8 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway. For audio and video, click here.

02/09/12  Engine 10 and Rescue 11 responded to 777 Driving Park Av for a report of 55 gallon drums bulging and having heat waves rising off of them. Engine 10 was on location and declared a level 0 haz-mat. Engine 17(with Haz-Mat 1 and 2), Car 99 and Battalion 2 then responded. Engine 13 was was also requested to assist with water supply. Command upgraded the incident to a level 1 haz-mat, bringing The Deputy Chief to the scene. The situation was under control in 1 hour and 58 minutes. For audio, click here.

02/08/12  Engine 10 filled in at the Ridge Road Fire District headquarters on Long Pond Rd and Truck 5 filled in at the Gates Fire District on Chili Av, while those departments worked a fire at 1621 Spencerport Rd in the Town of Gates. For info and audio from that fire, click here.

02/04/12  Engine 16, Truck 6, Engine 10, Engine 17(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 1, Battalion 2(in place of the Deputy Chief) and Protectives responded to 16 Borchard St for multiple calls reporting a house fire. Engine 16 was on location with a working fire in a 1 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Engine 2 also responded and assumed R.I.C. duties. Engine 3 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway, Engine 8 filled in at the Hudson Av firehouse and Engine 12 filled in at the Andrews St firehouse. The fire was under control in 30 minutes and the Red Cross is assisting the residents. For audio, click here.

01/31/12  Engine 1, Truck 4, Engine 17, Engine 9(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 215 Dartmouth St for the report of black smoke coming from the roof. Engine 1 was on location with a working fire in a large 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Command requested an additional company to respond, bringing Engine 12 to the scene. Command then requested a second alarm. Engine 3 and Truck 3 responded. Engine 10 filled in at the Andrews St firehouse, and Engine 13 filled in at the Monroe Av firehouse. Due to the heavy volume of fire and danger of collapse, crews were ordered out of the structure and an exterior attack was started. Command then called Engine 10 and Engine 13 to assist at the scene. The fire took 4 hours and 32 minutes to bring under control. For a news story with video from YNN Channel 9, click here. For audio, photos and videos from Monroe County Fire Wire (MCFW.com), click here.

01/27/12  For a follow up news story and video from WOKR Channel 13 News about yesterday's fire on Locust St fire, click here, and for a story from WROC News 8, click here.

01/26/12  Engine 3, Truck 2, Engine 13, Engine 10(R.I.C.), Engine 17(in place of Rescue 11), Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 105 Locust St for a reported house fire with the possibility of people trapped. While en route, Engine 3 reported a visible column of smoke in the sky. Engine 3 was on location with heavy fire from a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling, and further reported possibly people still inside. Command requested a second alarm, bringing Engine 16, Engine 1 and Truck 10. Engine 7 also responded to assist. Engine 1 assumed R.I.C. duties on their arrival. While attempting an interior attack and search, companies were ordered out of the structure due to heavy fire, and an exterior attack was started. Another interior attack was attempted when conditions allowed, but companies were again ordered out of the structure due to parts of the structure collapsing. RG&E was requested to the scene to secure both the gas and electric service to the structure, and companies were advised of live electrical wires involved in the rear of the house. A RTA bus was also requested to the scene. Engine 8 filled in at Dewey and Ridgeway, Truck 6 filled in at the North Clinton Av firehouse, Engine 2 filled in at Headquarters on Andrews St, Truck 4 filled in at the Broad and Allen firehouse, Engine 12 filled in at the Genesee St firehouse and Truck 3 filled in at the Monroe Av firehouse. 2 adults and 2 children were sent to the hospital. 1 firefighter was also sent to the hospital with a minor injury, and 3 were treated at the scene. The fire was under control in 2 hours and 15 minutes. For a news story from WHEC Channel 10, click here. For a news story with video from YNN Channel 9, click here, and for a story with raw video clip from The Democrat and Chronicle, click here. 

01/20/12  Engine 10 filled in at Engine 3's quarters on Emerson St while they worked a fire at 5 Varian La in the Town of Gates. Engine 5, Truck 5 and Battalion 2 responded to the fire, along with mutual aid companies from Chili and Churchville. Other county companies provided fill ins. This fire occurred at the same time as another fire in Gates on Avacado La. Engine 8 filled in at Engine 5's quarters on Lyell Av, and Truck 10 filled in at Truck 5's quarters on Gardiner Av. For audio from the Avian La fire, click here. For info, audio and photos from the Avacado La fire, click here.

01/20/12  Engine 10, Engine 2, Rescue 11 and Battalion 2 responded to Driving Park Av at Lake Av for a MVA with people trapped. Engine 10 was on location with a person trapped and for the full assignment to continue. The person was extricated in 19 minutes.

01/19/12  Engine 5, Engine 10, Rescue 11 and Battalion 2 responded to the intersection of Lake Av and Phelps Av for a MVA with a person trapped. Engine 5 and Engine 10 were on location reporting they would need to pop a door open and they could handle. The person was extricated within 10 minutes.

01/18/12  The fourth and final phase of the Rochester Fire Department's reorganization plan went into effect this morning. The last 2 Midis, Midi 6 and Midi 7, are now closed. Quint 6 is now Truck 6 and has moved from their quarters on North Clinton Av, and in with Engine 16 on Hudson Av. Engine 2 reopened on North Clinton Av. Quint 7 also closed, with Engine 9 reopening in their place on North Goodman St. There are no longer any "Quint and Midi" companies running in the RFD.  

01/13/12  With today's winter weather, we would like to remind everyone to please be sure ALL windows and lights on your vehicle are completely clear of ice and snow before driving. You should also make sure horizontal areas, such as the hood and roof, are also clear, so the built up snow does not create a safety hazard as you drive. It's not only the law to be sure windows and lights are not obstructed, but the couple of minutes you may save by not clearing snow and ice properly, will be more than lost in the event of an accident.

01/13/12  Engine 17, Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 responded to the Bausch St Bridge near St Paul St, for multi car accident with possibly people trapped. Engine 17 was on location confirming people trapped. 2 patients were extricated and transported to the hospital within 15 minutes.

01/13/12  Please note: Starting on or about January 23, 2012, RG&E will be installing new natural gas mains on Flower City Park from Dewey Av to Lily St. They will also be replacing mains on Daisy St between Ridgeway Av and Flower City Park. The project is projected to be finished in mid April 2012.

01/12/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 1 responded to Route 104 westbound at St Paul St for the report of a vehicle rollover with the possibility of people trapped. While en route, companies were also advised of reports that the vehicle was on fire. Engine 10 was on location with a 2 vehicle MVA, and 1 vehicle fully involved. Engine 10 further reported no one in the vehicle and they could handle. For photos, click here.

01/11/12  The members of Dewey and Ridgeway would like to wish Lt T. Stott, FF K. Ryan, FF S. Cruz, FF E. McAllister, FF J. Hofstetter and FF C. Stull, good luck in their new assignments. You all will be missed. We would also like to welcome Lt M. Alberts(Engine 10, Group 2), FF J. O'Gorman(Truck 2, Group 1), FF J. Bergeron(Engine 10, Group 2), FF C. Batzel(Engine 10, Group 4), FF R. DeLorenzo(Truck 2, Group 4)and FF J. Strocko(Engine 10, Group 4).

01/09/12  Engine 5, Engine 13, Truck 5, Truck 10(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Car 99, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 34 Child St for a reported house fire. Engine 5 was on location with flames from the first floor of a 2 1/2 story wood frame dwelling. Battalion 2 confirmed heavy fire from the structure and requested an extra engine company to assume R.I.C. duties, bringing Engine 7.  An exterior attack was ordered due to heavy fire load in the structure. Engine 8 and Engine 10 were special called to the scene, and Quint 7 and Midi 7 filled in at the Broad and Allen firehouse. The fire was under control in 1 hour and 17 minutes, and the Red Cross is assisting the residents. For a news story with photos and a video from WHEC Channel 10 News, click here, from YNN Channel 9, click here, and from WOKR Channel 13, click here.

01/05/12  Engine 3 responded to the intersection of Lexington Av and Colfax St for a reported MVA. While en route, the assignment was upgraded for a report of a head on collision with people trapped. Engine 10, Rescue 11, Car 99 and Battalion 2 then responded. Engine 3 was on location confirming 2 people trapped. Both patients were extricated and en route to the hospital within 18 minutes.

01/05/12  Engine 10, Truck 2, Engine 3, Engine 5(R.I.C.), Rescue 11, Battalion 2, The Deputy Chief and Protectives responded to 411 Augustine St for a reported house fire with everyone out of the house. Engine 10 and Truck 2 were on location with nothing showing and people out front. Engine 10 further reported a partition fire on the first floor, possibly extending to the second floor. Quint 6 and Midi 6 responded as an extra truck company, and the fire was under control in 40 minutes. The Red Cross is assisting the residents. For audio, click here.

01/03/12  Engine 10 and Truck 2 filled in at the Broad and Allen firehouse while companies worked a 2 alarm fire at 8 Beechwood St, off East Main St. Several other companies filled in around the city, including companies from surrounding towns. The fire was under control in 37 minutes. For a news story and video from "YNN" Channel 9, click here. For photos, audio and video from MCFW, click here.

01/03/12  The "Engine 10 Today" and "Truck 2 Today" pages have been updated with the 2011 company statistics. Also, just as a reminder, please try to keep sidewalks, steps and driveways as clear of snow and ice as possible. If you have a fire hydrant in front of, or near your house, please try to keep it clear of snow as well. An area of at least 4 feet around a hydrant needs to be clear to use properly and safely. These measures will help emergency responders to better help you. We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable holiday season.