Georgetown Fire Department

Media & Public Relations-gtfd.info, gtfd.net

Welcome leaf graphic GTFD.info

Entries for February, 2010

Rollover on 36th Ave

On January 31, 2010, Stations 2 and 3 responded to a rollover crash on 36th Ave between Bauer Rd and Fillmore. The car was found upside down with one female occupant. Station 3 used the Jaws to cut the occupant out with the assistance of Station 2 with the heavy rescue and extra cribbing for [...]

Comments Off

Fire Prevention

Georgetown Fire Department provides education year around to schools, large groups and organizations. Last week, Learning Ship Preschool came and visited Station 3 with a tour guided by firefighters Al Feenstra and Matt DeWitt. Kids got to watch a short video on how to get out of their house safely, then got hands on with [...]

Comments Off

Ice Dive

As part of ongoing training, Georgetown Dive Team had their annual dive training this year at Jenny Lake. Divers learned the techniques of dealing with ice, using special suits and communications devices  along with search and rescue for persons in icy waters. Share on Facebook

Comments Off

Chimney fire gets out of control

On February 10th Stations 1,2, and 3 where dispatched to Suncrest Dr on a reported chimney fire with flames coming from the chimney. Upon the arrival of the first officer, the homeowner reported the fire had spread to the attic and bedroom as they attempted to put it out. The fire was quickly contained to [...]

Comments Off