Firefighters and paramedics train with recently acquired rescue equipment. This equipment, commonly refered to as the "Jaws of Life", was purchased with grant funding from from the Department of Homeland Security throught the Governor's Division of Emergency Management. Rescue crews will train today at Cabello's wrecker and junk yard on previously wrecked vehicles. This will give our crews the necessay challenges to perform the operation.
Simulations will include extrication of seriously injured patients.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Busy weekend for LFD
Fire and emergency crews were kept busy this weekend as there were numerous responses to different emergencies. Of note were the following:
Motor Vehicle accident at a quarter before midnight Saturday at the 15 mile marker of Hwy 359. Two ambulances and a fire engine respond to the traffic accident. At least two patients were transported to a local hospital in serious condition.
Auto pedestrian accident at ten minutes before midnight on Saturday, involving a motorcycle that struck a male teenager. Fire and emergency crews responded to aid the victim. He was treayed on scene and in enroute to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Motor vehicle accident at Saunders and Springfield reported at ten minutes after midnight. Crews report multiple victims with various injuries transported to a local hospital.
Motor vehicle accident at IH 35 N and international at 3:30 am Sunday morning. Black expediton impacts concrete wall traping victims inside. Fire crews rescue victims and transport to local hospial with serious injuries.
Contact PIO Vega for more details.
Motor Vehicle accident at a quarter before midnight Saturday at the 15 mile marker of Hwy 359. Two ambulances and a fire engine respond to the traffic accident. At least two patients were transported to a local hospital in serious condition.
Auto pedestrian accident at ten minutes before midnight on Saturday, involving a motorcycle that struck a male teenager. Fire and emergency crews responded to aid the victim. He was treayed on scene and in enroute to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Motor vehicle accident at Saunders and Springfield reported at ten minutes after midnight. Crews report multiple victims with various injuries transported to a local hospital.
Motor vehicle accident at IH 35 N and international at 3:30 am Sunday morning. Black expediton impacts concrete wall traping victims inside. Fire crews rescue victims and transport to local hospial with serious injuries.
Contact PIO Vega for more details.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
FD Testifies at Homeland Security Hearing
Acting assistant Fire Chief, Steve Landin, testified today before a congresional panel on Homeland Security chaired by Congressman Henry Cuellar. The hearing, entitled, "The State of Emergency Comunications Along the Texas Border" was held today at TAMIU before an audience of first responders to discuss the many challenges faced along the border rgarding interoperable and cross border communications.
Members of the Homeland Security Panel included Congressman Cuellar, Congresman McCall and Congressman Dent.
Introductions were made by Mayor Salinas.
Members of the Homeland Security Panel included Congressman Cuellar, Congresman McCall and Congressman Dent.
Introductions were made by Mayor Salinas.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Firefighters battle wildland fire
LAREDO, Texas – Fire crews responded to a wild land fire that threatened nearby homes in the Cheyenne Subdivision as well as warehouses near Aguila Azteca Rd. The fire was contained in a tract of land between Clark Blvd and Highway 359. Four fire trucks and 12 twelve firefighters were successful in containing the blaze before it could cause any damage to nearby structures.
Rough terrain and dry, thick brush presented a challenge to the crews in their efforts to fight the fire. It took firefighters four hours to finally extinguish the blaze. Fortunately, no injuries or material damages were reported.
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Rough terrain and dry, thick brush presented a challenge to the crews in their efforts to fight the fire. It took firefighters four hours to finally extinguish the blaze. Fortunately, no injuries or material damages were reported.
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Saturday, January 12, 2008
Five die in mobile home fire
At approximately a quarter before two am, the fire department received an alarm for a mobile home on fire.
Fire dispatch advised that there were victims inside according to the caller reporting the incident.
Crews arrived shortly there after to find a mobile home fully engulfed in flames. The fire crews immediately started search and rescue as well fire suppression operations.
Our worst nightmare was confirmed when crews located several bodies inside the gutted structure. It was confirmed that there were 5 fatalities, including 4 children and one adult.
Meanwhile, EMS crews transported a total of 6 patients that included four children and two adults, who suffered smoke inhalation injuries and various lacerations to a local hospital where they are expected to recover.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time as the fire department arson division conducts an investigation.
The thoughts and prayers of the fire department go out to the families affected by this tragic event.
As a reminder, please ensure that you have smoke alarms in your homes and ensure that they are in working order. Also, remember to practice fire safety and prevention measures in the home.
Fire dispatch advised that there were victims inside according to the caller reporting the incident.
Crews arrived shortly there after to find a mobile home fully engulfed in flames. The fire crews immediately started search and rescue as well fire suppression operations.
Our worst nightmare was confirmed when crews located several bodies inside the gutted structure. It was confirmed that there were 5 fatalities, including 4 children and one adult.
Meanwhile, EMS crews transported a total of 6 patients that included four children and two adults, who suffered smoke inhalation injuries and various lacerations to a local hospital where they are expected to recover.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time as the fire department arson division conducts an investigation.
The thoughts and prayers of the fire department go out to the families affected by this tragic event.
As a reminder, please ensure that you have smoke alarms in your homes and ensure that they are in working order. Also, remember to practice fire safety and prevention measures in the home.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Morning Briefing for 01/08/08
The following events took place over the weekend:
01/05/08 - 04:45 - Gunshot - 2000 Quail Creek - Two individuls shot one transported with two gunshot wounds to local hospital in sable condition.
01/06/08 - 10:47 - Motor Vehicle Accident - Ranch Viejo at Potranca - One vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle and a chain link fence. Driver loses control and collides with fence. Driver extricated and transported to local hospital.
01/05/08 - 04:45 - Gunshot - 2000 Quail Creek - Two individuls shot one transported with two gunshot wounds to local hospital in sable condition.
01/06/08 - 10:47 - Motor Vehicle Accident - Ranch Viejo at Potranca - One vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle and a chain link fence. Driver loses control and collides with fence. Driver extricated and transported to local hospital.
Monday, December 31, 2007
Wild land Fire Awareness: Outdoor activities
Laredo, TX, December 27, 2007:
The Laredo Fire Department urges citizens to take extra precautions this year to avoid the threat of wild fires. High winds and dry conditions can set the stage for potentially severe fires.
An estimated 90 percent of all Texas wildfires are caused by human activity. The greatest causes are fireworks, discarded cigarettes and burning embers are blown into the air. Laredoans can help prevent fire if we:
· Avoid burning trash. This is not permitted by City ordinance
· Do not use fireworks during the holidays
· If you smoke in your car, extinguish cigarettes in vehicle ashtrays. Never toss a cigarette out of a car window, and don’t put cigarettes out on the ground
· Be careful when pulling off a road or driving into a field
· Keep a fire extinguisher and water handy when working outdoors with equipment that gets hot, or involves sparks, such as welding equipment. Water down outdoor work areas in advance if possible.
On behalf of the Laredo Fire department, we want to thank you for your cooperation and we wish you a safe and Happy New Year.
This message is brought to you by the Laredo Fire Department and the Governor’s Division of Emergency Management
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The Laredo Fire Department urges citizens to take extra precautions this year to avoid the threat of wild fires. High winds and dry conditions can set the stage for potentially severe fires.
An estimated 90 percent of all Texas wildfires are caused by human activity. The greatest causes are fireworks, discarded cigarettes and burning embers are blown into the air. Laredoans can help prevent fire if we:
· Avoid burning trash. This is not permitted by City ordinance
· Do not use fireworks during the holidays
· If you smoke in your car, extinguish cigarettes in vehicle ashtrays. Never toss a cigarette out of a car window, and don’t put cigarettes out on the ground
· Be careful when pulling off a road or driving into a field
· Keep a fire extinguisher and water handy when working outdoors with equipment that gets hot, or involves sparks, such as welding equipment. Water down outdoor work areas in advance if possible.
On behalf of the Laredo Fire department, we want to thank you for your cooperation and we wish you a safe and Happy New Year.
This message is brought to you by the Laredo Fire Department and the Governor’s Division of Emergency Management
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