Albion Fire Department

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STRUCTURE FIRE - 311 East State Street - December 20, 2009

At approximately 5AM on Sunday December 20th the Albion Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 311 East State Street. Albion Police arrived within minutes and confirmed a working fire in the rear of the structure. Albion Fire Chief Eric Bradshaw arrived on location and established command across the street. 311 E. State St is a two story single family home which was vacant at the time. Chief Bradshaw reported a working fire with significant exposure problem on the Delta side. Engine 35 arrived and was directed to use the hydrant at the corner of Bank St and McKinstry Streets. Deputy Chief Sidari assumed Operations, working with Captain Papponetti and Lt. Graham. The first hand line was applied to the exposure on the Delta side. Additional hand lines were then laid into the structure. Tower 45 arrived and was set up in front of the structure. The exterior wall on the Alpha side was breached at the attic level, and the elevated master stream was used to control a large fire in the attic. Interior attack was suspended during this phase of the operation. Medina Fire Department FAST team set up in the front yard. Engine 31 arrived and assisted Engine 35 with protecting the exposure. Barre Fire Department initially laid 5” LDH to a hydrant in order to feed Tower 45, but the line was not used. A 3” line was laid from Engine 35 instead. Albion Fire Police immediately closed the area to traffic. The Ladies Auxiliary shuttled refreshments from the station to the scene throughout the incident. Carlton Fire Department and Elba Fire Department (Genesee County) provided one Engine each to fill the Albion Fire Station. Ridgeway and Hulberton Fire Department’s had crews in quarters. COVA provided an ambulance for the duration of the alarm. Despite the fact that the exposure on the Delta side was approximately 4’ from the involved structure, it sustained no damage. Orleans County Fire Investigators were on scene and determined the fire was accidental.

Story by Chief Eric Bradshaw, Photos by Ralf Kurzowski

MVA - East County House & Riches Corners - December 09, 2009

On December 9th the Albion Fire Department responded to a 2 car MVA at the intersection of Riches Corners Rd and County House Rd. First arriving units reported a vehicle on its side with two persons trapped. The Albion Fire Department utilized the Hurst Tool to extricate the victims. The extrication was made more difficult due to the fact the driver was suspended by the seat belt. Both victims were transported to Strong Memorial Hospital. Photo by FF Karen Bradshaw.

AFD Training Drill - November 21, 2009

On November 21^st the Albion Fire Department trained on Hydrant Hook Up and Ladder use.

Harold Brueilly Receives 75 Years of Service Award - November 18, 2009

Members of the Albion Fire Department gathered at the Village of Albion Board Meeting Wednesday, November 18th to honor one of its own. The group, led by Chief Eric C. Bradshaw, were there to recognize Harold Brueilly for completing 75 years of service with the Albion Fire Department. Chief Bradshaw presented Mr. Brueilly with a plaque and citation from Assemblyman Steve Hawley commemorating the occasion.

AFD Open House - October 24, 2009

On October 24^th the Albion Fire Department held its annual open house. Approximately 400 residents had the opportunity to visit the fire station, view the apparatus and speak with firefighters. Visitors were given the opportunity to use a hand line, ride a fire truck, and to obtain fire prevention literature and smoke detectors. Firefighters demonstrated the use of the turnout gear, AED, and extrication equipment.

Barn Fire - August 8, 2009

On August 13th the Albion Fire Department was dispatched to a possible RV fire on Route 104. While enroute the Fire Department was advised that the fire may have extended into a large barn. Based on this information Lt. Jeremy Graham (IC) requested 1 engine from Carlton to the scene and the Holley Fire Department for a FAST. Upon arrival Lt. Graham reported a fully involved camper with no extension into the barn. Albion Fire Police closed Route 104 in the area. The Holley assignment was held on scene as a cover company. The fire was quickly extinguished utilizing two 1.75" hand lines from Engine 35.

Photos by Wintergreen News

Barn Fire - August 8, 2009

The Albion Fire Department responded to a report of a barn fire on North Main Street on August 8th. The Carlton Fire Department was dispatched automatically for 1 engine to the scene, along with the Central Orleans Volunteer Ambulance. Chief Bradshaw (IC) requested the Barre Fire Department to respond 1 engine to fill in. The Medina Fire Department FAST was requested but later rerouted to the Albion Fire Station. The fire was contained to the building of origin and is under investigation by the Albion Fire Department and the Orleans County Fire Investigators.

Photos by Wintergreen News

MVA - August 1, 2009

On August 1st the Albion Fire Department and Central Orleans Volunteer Ambulance was dispatched for a report of a motorcycle vs. deer accident. The Fire Department and COVA paramedic stabilized the victim who was then transported by Mercy Flight to the hospital.

Photos by Wintergreen News

MVA - July 31, 2009

On July 31st the Albion Fire Department and COVA were dispatched to an MVA on Route 104 in the Town Of Gaines. Upon arrival Deputy Chief Sidari reported a single vehicle accident with low hanging wires. Deputy Chief Sidari assumed Command and requested additional ambulances from the Medina Fire Department to assist in transporting a total of 5 victims.

Eric C. Bradshaw, Fire Chief, Photos - Wintergreen News

Structure Fire - July 24th

On July 24, 2009 the Albion Fire Department, along with the Medina Fire Department FAST and 1 engine from Carlton Fire Department (auto-mutual aid) responded to a report of something burning at 13016 Route 104. Upon arrival Deputy Chief Sidari and Fire Chief Bradshaw reported light smoke coming from the eaves of the two story single family home. The owner reported he heard a "bang" in the attic and smelled something electrical burning. Chief Bradshaw assumed command, Deputy Chief Sidari 1st floor operations and Asst. Chief Conner 2nd floor operations. Engine 35 arrived and laid in from the hydrant. Crews began searching the interior of the structure with the thermal imaging camera for unusual heat signatures in the walls and ceilings. Once located, the walls were opened up to expose the affected wiring and wall cavities. Tower 45 arrived and set up to remove the roof vents to assist in ventilation of the attic space. The search was made more difficult as the building was balloon construction with plank walls.

Command requested the Barre Fire Department send 1 engine to fill the Albion Fire Station, but later requested them to the scene to assist with overhaul and salvage. Medina Fire Department assisted with the search phase of the operation, command requested the Lyndonville Fire Department FAST to the scene. Hulberton Fire Department was requested to send an engine to fill the Albion Fire Department. The entire operation took longer the normal due to the care and diligence the fire departments used in opening the walls, to minimize damage to the structure. Town of Gaines Code Enforcement, National Grid and the Red Cross also were on scene.

Eric C. Bradshaw - Fire Chief, Photos - Wintergreen News

Explorer Weekend - July 21 to August 2nd

On July 31st to August 2nd, members of the Albion Fire Department Explorer Post traveled to the New York State Fire Academy in Montour Falls to participate in Explorer Weekend. During the 3 day event the Explorers participated in extrication drills, survival tactics, rope rescue, ladder operations, and basic first aid skills. The trip was funded through the SAFER grant the department was recently awarded.

Photos - Eric C. Bradshaw, Karen Bradshaw

Surprise Evacuation Drill - July 15, 2009

The Albion Fire Department conducted surprise evacuation drills at the Northwood and Creekwood senior citizen apartment complexes. Firefighters monitored the evacuation process and critiques the process at the conclusion of each drill.

FAST to FHM District - June 2009

The Albion Fire Department FAST responded to a structure fire in the Hulberton Fire District

Fire under the Trailer - 06/08/2009

MVA - Car struck by Coach Bus - 06/08/2009

Memorial Day Service - 06/07/2009

Two Car MVA - June 3rd, 2009

Albion Fire Department and COVA were dispatched for a two car motor vehicle accident in the area of Route 31 and Eagle Harbor Rd.

Fire Alarm at St. Gobain - 05/31/2009

The Albion Fire Department was dispatched for a general fire alarm at St. Gobain Technical Fabrics on West Avenue on Saturday afternoon. Deputy Chief Sidari arrived and was told that a piece of machinery in the factory was on fire. Chief Bradshaw requested a FAST team from the Holley and Medina Fire Departments due to the size of the building and potential hazards. COVA responded under an automatic aid agreement. Lieutenant Graham entered the building and determined the fire was isolated to an electrical problem in the machine. Command reduced the assignment to the Albion apparatus. Albion firefighters ventilated a minor amount of smoke from the building.

Installing Solar Lights at FF Memorial - May 2009

May 2009 - Members of the Albion Fire Department installed solar powered lights on the flag poles at the Firefighters Memorial in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

Photos by Chief Eric Bradshaw

Mutual Aid to Medina - May 2009

The Albion Fire Department was dispatched to Medina as a FAST for a structure fire. Albion also responded Tower 45 and Rescue 67 with manpower to the scene.

Skill Enhancement Training - 05/05/2009

Members of the Albion Fire Department participated in basic firefighter skill enhancement training. Firefighters practiced hydrant hook up, advancing hand lines, and survival skills.

Truck Fire - 04/29/2009

April 29, 2009 The Albion Fire Department responded to a pickup truck on fire at the intersection of East Avenue and Platt Street. Engine 35 arrived and extinguished the fire with an 1¾” hand line. The truck is used by an exterminator and contained some water based pest control compounds. After discussion with the Pollution Control Plant Superintendent and Streets Department Superintendent, it was decided to open a nearby hydrant and flush the materials thoroughly.

Structure Fire - 04/27/2009

At approximately 4:35AM Monday April 27th the Albion Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on Route 104. While en route, responding units were advised an elderly female may possibly be in the building. Albion Asst. Chief Conner arrived on location and declared a working fire. Chief Bradshaw arrived shortly after and assumed command; Deputy Chief Sidari - Operations; Asst. Chief Conner - Interior. Carlton Fire Department was automatically dispatched for an engine company. Chief Bradshaw requested Holley Fire Department for a FAST, COVA ambulance to the scene, and Barre Fire Department for an engine and tanker to fill in the Albion Fire Station. Medina Fire was requested to send an ambulance to stand by at AFD as well. Albion Engine 35 arrived and the first attack line went to the east bedroom window to begin knocking down the visible fire. The second line advanced through the front door toward the east end of the house. The search team began a search for the resident. Engine 31 laid a 5" supply line to a hydrant east of the scene. Tower 45 arrived and was assigned ventilation. The fire was knocked down within the first 20 minutes. Despite the quick action of all crews on scene, the resident did not survive. Orleans County Fire Investigators arrived on scene and began the investigation before the fire was extinguished. At approximately 12:30PM Chief Bradshaw released all Albion crews, and had Barre move up their engine company to provide assistance during the investigation. Albion was automatically dispatched to a fire in Carlton shortly after. NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control were requested to the scene to assist with the investigation. Albion Fire Department crews remained on scene until 2030 hours Tuesday April 28th, when the scene was turned over to the Orleans County Sheriff Department. The investigation is ongoing.

RIC Training Drill - 02/28/2009

Fill in at Albion Station - 01/17/2009

On Saturday January 17th at approximately 4AM, the Albion Fire Department was requested to the scene of a working structure fire in the Shelby Fire District. Albion initially responded with 9 interior firefighters with Rescue 67, but later also responded Albion 45 with a crew of 3. Chief Bradshaw requested an engine from Clarendon, a ladder from Holley, and an ambulance from Monroe to the Albion Fire Station to cover the center battalion, as the Barre and Carlton Fire Departments and COVA were all out as a result of the fire. Brockport was moved to Holley, and the Kendall and Hulberton Fire Departments were placed in service in their respective stations. Holley was later dispatched to a fire in their district. Chief Bradshaw then requested a ladder company from the Hilton Fire District, who responded with Quint 260.