When we originally purchased 708, there was a known issue with the generator which made the on-board light tower inoperable. Using grant money, we were able to get the necessary repairs made and the light tower is now operable. This will assist us on scenes such as fires, collisions and other incidents where additional lighting…
Every summer, Erie County Council takes their meetings in the road. This month, Greenfield was selected to host the meeting which will be held on Tuesday, July 26th. Caucus is at 6:30 PM with the meeting to start at 7:00 PM in the GTVFC social hall. All are encouraged to attend.
7/3 – At 0043 hours, Greenfield was dispatched to a reported vehicle fire. PSP Erie was patrolling in the area when they were alerted to the fire, and arrived to find the vehicle fully involved. Rescue 708 responded and quickly had the fire under control. Chief 700 had command and PSP Erie is investigating.
This month, Greenfield was awarded the Quality Improvement “Gold Standard” award by Emmco West, our regional EMS council. The gold award recognizes EMS agencies that meet regional performance response benchmarks and for calls made. Eligible agencies must have submitted all PCR data and all missed call reports. Missed call reports also must have been submitted…
Tonight, Greenfield hosted a continuing education course entitled “Interventional Neurology for the Non-Neurologist”. The course was sponsored by UPMC Hamot and was led by Dr. Charles Romero. Covered in the course were pre-hospital indicators of strokes, as well as what goes on in the hospital setting. Public education was also mentioned during this course. One…
This week, we were able to get some much needed asphalt put down in front of our building, as well as on one side near our fuel pump and in the back of the social hall (for handicapped parking). We will be getting the asphalt marked in the near future as well.` Thanks to Cross…
04/26 – At 7:38 PM, Greenfield was dispatched to I-90 at the I-86 clover leaf for a report of a car on fire in the median. Chief 700 arrived on location and reported a passenger car fully-involved. Engine 704 and Rescue 708 responded and were able to make a quick knock down and cleared the scene in about…
4/15 – At just before 12:30 PM, Greenfield was dispatched to assist Wattsburg with 708 to the intersection of Wattsburg-Waterford Rd and Arbuckle Rd in Amity Township for a report of a car versus dump truck.17 S-1 arrived on scene and reported two vehicles, with a car having heavy damage, and requested Rescue 708. The…
As we are currently in our annual fund drive, we are pleased to announce that you are now able to donate to Greenfield online through our website! The service is provided safely and securely through PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, no problem! You can still make a donation using a credit…
3/24 – At around 1:30 PM, Greenfield was dispatched for an engine and tanker to assist Wattsburg on a reported fire in a garage. Kuhl Hose chief 680 arrived on location and took command, reporting a working fire in two buildings. Engine 172 and Tanker 176 from Wattsburg arrived on scene shortly after and was able…
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