Huntertown Vol. Fire Company
P.O. Box 421
15412 Lima Road
Huntertown, Indiana 46748
Phone: 260-449-3696
Fax: 260-449-3699
Prayers For Retired Fire Chief Dan WestPosted By Robert Tucker on Friday, January 13, 2012 at 18:35It is with a heavy heart we post this article. Retired Fire Chief Dan West's cancer has taken a turn for the worse. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Foam Trailer Training Jan 18thPosted By P. Feely on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 17:32On Wednesday January 18th Battalion Chief Ken Kunze and Capt. Robert Bone from FWFD will instruct Huntertown FD and any surrounding Fire Departments available to attend on the uses, operations and incidents requiring the use of a new Foam Trailer. This Trailer is housed at FWFD Station #16, but is available to both City and County Departments. Other identical trailers are located at New Haven Adams Township FD and the Southwest Fire District. Please plan on attending, as this will be yet another firefighting tool available to us.
Incident Data AnalysisPosted By Robert Tucker on Monday, January 09, 2012 at 18:15
Since the inception of this site in 2003, we have made it a priority to show you our incident response numbers. We now have a good set of data from the last 9 years that we can now graph out our averages and see what we could learn from the numbers. Well the results were very interesting to say the least. The first graph shows our total incident response from 2002 to 2011. We included 2002 only because we still knew the number from that year. Our responses have increased steadily since 2004 and continue to go up, with the exception of 2009. The second graph shows a comparison between our EMS and Fire Incidents. Please note that MVA's or Motor Vehicular Accidents are factored into both sets of numbers.
The third graph we see the ART or Average Response Time. This is our average time it takes us from the time of dispatch to the time the first truck is on scene. As you can see, we have decreased our response time by 1 minute from 2003 to 2008. However, since 2009 the ART has started to inch back up but remaining lower then where we started. We do not know why the ART is increasing at this time.
The forth graph is the AIPD or Average Incidents Per Day tracks right along with our first graph. Finally the last graph shows the AMPI or Average Members Per Incident. We have increased this metric by over 132% since 2003.
The numbers show just how much our department has improved our incident responses over the last nine years. Keep up the good work!
Search for Missing Girl OverPosted By Mike Feely on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 01:34
I’d like to thank all the Huntertown FD members that left their families to help search for Aliahna Lemmon on Christmas Eve. We’d like to express our sincere condolences for her loss. It was overwhelming to see the response from every county fire/police departments as well as the surrounding city fire/police stations including specialized search teams. Some of the organizations that helped with the search were:
· Allen County Police Dept (PD Command Sherriff Fries)
· St Joe Twp Fire Dept (FD Command Chief Lencke)
· Northeast Fire Dept
· Huntertown Fire Dept
· Fort Wayne Fire Dept
· Aboite Twp Fire Dept
· Arcola Fire Dept
· Hoagland Fire Dept
· Monroeville Fire Dept
· New Haven Fire Dept
· Poe Fire Dept
· Woodburn Fire Dept
· Washington Twp Fire Dept
· Southwest Fire Dept
· FWFD Police
· Indiana State Police
· FBI
· Specialized Teams
· Other Volunteers throughout the County
There were coordinated searches conducted via Air, Ground, Horseback, ATV, House to House, Water, Posters/Media, as well as numerous verbal interviews. The media also played an important role with the communication of this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Aliahana!!!
Update to Protocols and Standing OrdersPosted By Robert Boren on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 05:24
Over the past several months, EMS Director Penny Aker has
put in countless hours updating and refining our current protocols and standing
orders to reflect the most up to date practices. After receiving the go ahead and approval from Medical
Director, Dr. Andy McCanna, the new s/o’s and protocols are now out for all the
medics are in full operations.
Penny has put together a MANDATORY test to help all medics become more
familiar with the changes. This
test MUST be done by January 1, 2012.
Copies can be found on Penny’s desk in the EMS Director’s office. Please take a copy of the protocols and
standing orders and take the test.
If you have any questions, please contact Penny via call, text, or
e-mail.
New Lifting BagsPosted By Robert Boren on Monday, October 31, 2011 at 17:54Just last week, the HFD took delivery of a new lifting bag system. HFD purchased a Holmatro lifting bag system which consist of 3 bags, 3 high pressure hoses, and a controller. The bags are able to lift between 11 and 36 tons between the three bags. These bags can be used during car accidents where people could be trapped under a car or semi or in the event of some type of collapse where items need to be lifted to help remove victims.
HFD Educates 1200 StudentsPosted By Robert Boren on Friday, October 21, 2011 at 12:08Well over a month now, the Huntertown Fire Department has been working on fire prevention programs through out the response area. With 12 different schools ranging from pre-school to high school, the HFD has reached out to well over 1200 students with fire safety tips and fire prevention guidelines. Almost daily, crews have been going to schools or having students come to the fire station to talk about: Calling 911, Stop-Drop-Cover your face-and Roll, Having an Escape plan, Smoke Detectors, and many more topics on fire safety. Along with the programs, students have been able to meet Freddie the Fire Truck, walking around the fire truck, and trying on the fire gear. If anyone would like more information about fire safety tips, smoke detectors, or a tour of the fire station, please stop by the station.
MVA on Coldwater RdPosted By P. Feely on Sunday, October 09, 2011 at 16:01
On Sunday October 9th, Huntertown FD responded to an MVA on Coldwater Rd just south of the Falcon Creek Pkwy. Two men were dealing with a disabled vehicle pushing the car when another vehicle hit them from behind. Both men were critical and transported to Parkview Hospital either by Samaritan Helicopter or TRAA. The occupants of the other car were not injured. Coldwater Rd was closed for approximately 2hrs.
New Multi-Gas DetectorPosted By Robert Boren on Thursday, September 01, 2011 at 01:23Just last week, the Huntertown Fire Department took possession of a new gas detector that has the ability to read five different gases. The new detector can read Oxygen, Lower Explosive Level, Sewer Gas, Carbon Monoxide, and Ibutyln. Total cost of this new detector was $0. Chief Feely worked with with Chief of Special Operations MacIntosh, from the Fort Wayne Fire Department, to bring these detectors to five county departments at no cost to the receiving departments. A detector of this type could cost in the upwards of $3000. Thank you to Chief MacIntosh and Chief Feely for helping all the departments to save a great amount of money and still receive the new detector.
Former Fire Chief Diagnosed with CancerPosted By Mike Feely on Monday, August 01, 2011 at 15:27
Retired Firefighter Dan West served as the Huntertown Vol Fire Chief from 1987-1991. He helped our organization develop better trainings, recruitment, as well as our proficiencies within the emergency services for this area. Regrettably, after only several years of retiring from the Fort Wayne Fire Department and moving to Florida, we have learned that Dan has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 Renal Cancer. Our hearts are saddened and would like to ask the community and area emergency responders, to keep Dan and his family in your prayers.
Semi-Rolled Over on I-69Posted By Mike Feely on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 at 22:43Huntertown FD responded on June 29th to a single vehicle tractor trailer accident on I-69 north of the 119 mile marker reference a semi roll over with a possible party pin. Upon our arrival, the semi was on its side and completely blocking both southbound lanes. The driver was in fair condition and appeared to be more trapped than pinned. Parkview Samaritan helicopter responded and transported the pt after a short extrication. Engine 92 quickly acertained that there were no Hazardous Materials in the semi while Rescue 98 contained an approx 70 gal diesel fuel leak from the saddle tanks. Additional precautions were taken to dike up the spill to prevent runoff into the ditch while Engine 92 stretched a line and assisted E-95 with Pt care. Crews quickly opened northbound lanes while Parker Towing flipped the semi back over and Southbound lanes were opened approx 1 hour later. Thanks to TRAA, ACPD, Samaritan, INDOT, State Police and Parker Towing for their assistance.
Working Structure Fire in Hawthorne ParkPosted By P. Feely on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 03:03
On Tuesday June 28th, Huntertown FD responded to a working structure fire just after 2:30pm. The initial dispatch indicated smoke and fire was visible. Chief Mike Feely was first on scene and confirmed a large 2 story residential structure with heavy smoke and fire coming from the attached garage. An offensive attack was initiated by stretching an 1-3/4 Hose line. Several units assisted including Northeast FD, St. Joe Twp FD, Washington FD and Fort Wayne FD. Thanks to all responding units for their assistance. One Firefighter was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Photos were taken by Officer Jason Giszewski. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
MVA on Auburn Rd Traps (1)Posted By P. Feely on Thursday, June 30, 2011 at 22:43
Huntertown Fire/EMS responded on a roll over car accident with one patient trapped in the car. The crews on scene immediately stabilized the vehicle by utilizing the winch capabilities on Rescue 98 to secure the car. Once access to the patient was gained, she was transported to Parkview Hospital in fair condition. The crews that stabilized the vehicle did a fantastic job using a series of chains, come-a-longs and the winch to disentangle the pt.
Fatal Accident on Baird RdPosted By P. Feely on Thursday, June 30, 2011 at 22:17
On Monday June 27th Huntertown FD responded to a single vehicle accident involving a car that sheered off a power pole and slammed into a tree. There was one unconscious pt in the car with a trapped K-9 in the back seat. Access to the pt was delayed because the power lines were in dangerous proximity above the car. Once REMC remotely shut the power down, Rescue 98 was able to approach the scene and the pt was extricated, then transported to Parkview Hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately his injuries were too severe and he was later pronounced at the hospital. The dog in the back seat was extricated and able to walk away from the scene. All personnel on scene did a great job by accessing the hazards before rushing in the extremely unsafe scene.
Training Fire on McComb RdPosted By P. Feely on Sunday, June 26, 2011 at 16:49
On Saturday June 11, Huntertown FD performed a live fire training excercise on McComb Rd. Several members particiapted to training on all fireground tactics. Thanks to all for being committed to constantly training to be the best we can be. Click on the article to see more picts.
Honoring A Fallen FirefighterPosted By Robert Boren on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 20:03On Wednesday, June 15th, the Muncie fire department had a great blow to their tight knit family, firefighter Scott Davis lost his life while fighting a fire. Five Huntertown fire fighters, joined along with approximately 1000 other firefighters from across the area, made the trip to the city of Muncie to pay their respects to the fallen brother. As firefighters passed by the flag draped casket to pay their respects to firefighter Davis's wife and parents, the family quickly learned of the brotherhood that thrives in the fire service. After a few presentations of metals given to the family, and emotional words spoken by friends and family, all firefighters alined the street in front of the Horizon Center to follow in a walking precessional behind the fire engine carrying brother Davis to his final resting spot. As the precessional made it's way through the downtown streets of Muncie, many people lined the streets or roof tops to stand in silence to give their respect to the family and other firefighters. Some of the public covered their hearts with their hands, held american flags, wiped away tears, or just stood in awe of the out poor of support that was given in a time of need. A special thank you goes out to Chief Mike Feely, Chief Boren, Captian Mueller, Private Falls, and Private Brososky for attending and representing Huntertown FD with honor.
Fire Extinguisher Training For BusinessPosted By Robert Boren on Tuesday, June 07, 2011 at 18:24On Monday, June 6th, the Huntertown Fire Department helped do a fire extinguisher training for the employees at Surgery ONE on the Parkview North campus. Each employee was given the chance to use an extinguisher and practice the "'PASS" method. "PASS" stands for Pull the pin, Aim the nozzle, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep the agent at the base of the fire. After using the extinguisher, the employees were given a chance to spray a fire hose that was attached to a near by fire hydrant. If any business would like the fire department's help for giving a fire extinguisher training, please contact HFD at (260) 449-3698, and ask for Robert Boren.
IN-Time Training with Capt. MessmannPosted By Robert Boren on Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 11:52
On Wednesday night, Captain Messmann presented information he was able to obtain from a training he attended in Indianapolis. The training was over "IN-Time" which stands for INdiana Traffic Incident Management Effort. Basically, the class offers information on why it's important to keep maximum safety while working on the interstate or highway road ways. Along with being safe, the class also stresses the importance of trying to keep traffic moving and to clear the scene and keep everyone safe. After the classroom portion, crews split off to go over equipment on trucks. While crews were working on equipment location, Chief Boren went to St. Road 3 to set up for crews to arrive and put to action what they were taught. Crews also were able to practice spinal immobilization while keeping a safe scene. Good job to everyone for their hard work.
Meth Lab Training RescheduledPosted By P Feely on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 17:10The Indiana State Police have rescheduled the Meth Lab training for Wednesday June 8th at 7pm. The following area Departments have been invited to attend the presentation: FWFD, Laotto, Washington Twp, Northeast FD, St. Joe Twp FD & Churubusco FD. Trooper Doug Jackson will speak for about 1 hr on this topic.
Carroll and Hand MVCPosted By Robert Boren on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 18:21At approximately 8pm, Huntertown FD was dispatched to a two car MVC where one car was into a house and a truck and trailer was rolled on its side. Dispatched also advised that there was a possible pin or trap along with livestock roaming the scene. Safety Officer Hite was first on scene and confirmed of the roll over and car into a house although no pin, no trap. Safety Officer Hite held Carroll Road Command. E-95 arrived on scene and managed the two patients; one being minor injuries and the other patient being serious condition. Engine 92 crew along with Rescue 98 crew assisted with patient packaging, scene stabilization, and scene clean up. E-95 was assisted by TRAA Medic 15 and was able to asses, package, and clear the scene with in 13 mintues with two patients, lights and siren to a local trauma center. The Huntertown FD would like to say thank you to the neighbors and bystanders who were able to keep the roaming bull away from the scene to allow HFD crews to focus on the patient care and scene with out interruption.
Basement Fire in Autumn RidgePosted By P. Feely on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 13:41
On Thursday May 12th Huntertown FD responded to a reported basement fire in the Autumn Ridge Addition. On arrival, a couch was found on fire. It was quickly extinguished, and the house was ventilated. The Allen County F.A.S.T. team and ACPD are actively investigating the circumstances of the fire.
MVA sends 5 to the hospitalPosted By Mike Feely on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 16:14HFD responded on a vehicle accident with one party pinned in their vehicle on Wedensday morning. It appeared that it was a high impact "T Bone" accident at the intersection of SR 3 and Hathaway Rd. Pt was extricated within 15 minutes of arrival. Everyone appeared to be wearing seatbelts!!! Thanks to TRAA, Washington Twp, and ACPD for their assistance
Training Calendar Updated on WebPosted By P. Feely on Monday, May 02, 2011 at 12:28The Training Calendar has now been updated through June on our website. Please visit the calendar to see what trainings are upcoming. Some trainings are subject to change without notice. Any area Fire Departments that would like to participate in the posted trainings, are more than welcome, just contact P. Feely - Asst. Chief.
Huntertown FD Training BlitzPosted By P. Feely on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 03:29
On Wednesday April 20th Huntertown FD members performed many training exercises including EMS Monitor functions and Defibrillator pad application by EMS Cpt. Mandy Baatz, R.I.T. pack operations by Cpt Jason Mueller, Ladders by Safety Officer Brad Hite, Firefighter Lifts and Carries by Firefighter Derreck Schwehn and finally Hydrant hook ups, Hose Advancement, and Positive Pressure Fan set up by Chief Engineer Robert Boren and Lt. Carl Dickes. Thanks to all the instructors for their dedication to helping make Huntertown FD well educated and well trained. Click on this article to see the pictures of the many different training exercises performed.
Live Fire TrainingPosted By Robert Boren on Monday, April 04, 2011 at 15:56On April 2nd, HFD took part in putting on live fire training. We were able to obtain an old home that the land owners were going to have torn down to make room for a new home. After filing for the proper burn variance through the state, we were able to preform live fire training. Crews rotated through four different stations; Observation- Fire fighters are able to sit in the room with a fire and watch fire behavior along with being able to identify the different stages of fire, along with seeing off gassing. Attack- Crews were sent in to search for the fire and put the fire out. RIT (Rapid Intervention Team)- A crew was standing by in the need for any potential problems that my occur. Rehab/Pump Ops- Crews were able to take their packs and coats off to cool down, drink water, and also go over basic engineer responsibilities. Everyone did a great job and we had 6 room burns and then finally burnt the home down.
The fire department is always on the look for any homes that need tore down and that pass a small inspection. If any land owner wishes to look into having a house taken down, please contact the fire department. Below are a few pictures from the training burn.
Car Fire on I-69 at the 121mmPosted By P. Feely on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 23:27
On Thursday February 10th Huntetown Fd responded to a fully envolved vehicle fire at the 121 mile marker on I-69. Fire 91 and Engine 92 responded. Firefighter Matt Platt made the quick knock down.
Huntertown FD & Washington FD Demonstrate Ice Rescue SafetyPosted By P. Feely on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 00:00
Huntertown FD demonstrated Ice Rescue techniques and Safety procedures to several hundred boy scouts at the Issac Walton Center on Saturday January 22, 2011. Washington Twp FD Fire Chief Brian Gillette instructed the Scouts and discussed what they can do if they encounter people who have fallen through the ice. The first thing is to call 911, regardless of the situation. There are many other things to consider, but the most important thing is that you need to make sure you do not put yourself in a position to add to the emergency situation. That is the job of trained professionals like the Fire Department and emergency responders. There are several techniques they use to safely extricate any victim who has fallen through the ice. Some of those techniques can be seen in the pictures. A BIG thanks to all the Huntertown FD members that participated in the training to educate the Scouts including: Asst. Chief P. Feely, Chief Engineer R. Boren, Capt. N. Messmann, Lt. C. Dickes, and Firefighters A. Leavitt, P. Falls, B. Veldman, T. Myers and Chief M. Feely