At approximately 7 pm, the Lake Carmel Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident where a car had veered off the highway, collided with a tree, and ignited. Responding units were updated that the vehicle may still be occupied. First arriving responders confirmed a working car fire. Chief Kenny Launzinger assumed command upon arrival and instructed the first engine to start extinguishing ... (Full Story & Photos)
Shortly after midnight, the Lake Carmel Fire Department was dispatched to a reported trash fire located 10 feet from a residence. Upon arrival, first responding units discovered an active rubbish fire. Crews promptly extinguished the fire and briefed the homeowner on the dangers of uncontrolled burning, reminding them of the current burn ban in the state of New York.... (Full Story & Photos)
At around 11:25, the Lake Carmel Fire Department was notified of a motor vehicle accident involving a head-on collision and minor injuries. First responders arrived at the scene to find a three-car accident blocking the roadway. They assessed five patients, provided traffic control, and transported one patient to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Units stayed on-site until tow ... (Full Story & Photos)
Over the weekend, the Lake Carmel Fire Department took part in a multi-agency mass casualty incident drill organized by the Kent Volunteer Fire Department. The scenario involved an active shooter situation at the Chuang Yen Monastery. This exercise allowed emergency service personnel from various agencies to practice their respective roles, with police securing the scene initially and EMS and Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)
This morning, the Lake Carmel Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident with reports of one vehicle into a building. Upon arrival of the first responders, they discovered a car had crashed into the storefront with the driver still inside. The driver received treatment for minor injuries and was transported to a medical facility. Meanwhile, the crews worked to stabilize the vehicle and ... (Full Story & Photos)
Lake Carmel Fire Department has teamed up with Red Cross
in a Smoke Detector Installation Program for further information
Email fireprevention@lcfd.com or call 845-225-3730 ext 1780
and somebody will return your call as soon as possibe
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