FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EM Herr / Ace Hardware in Columbia is sponsoring a Sportsmen Day Event & Sidewalk Sale on 9 June 2012 from 8AM to 6PM. CCFD will be there from 10AM until 1PM with fire prevention materials, fire trucks on display, demonstrations and fire department memorabilia for sale. Stop by and see us!
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On Tuesday, 1 May 2012, the County Commissioners voted to lift the burn ban on Lancaster County. The commissioners voted to place the ban into effect on 13 April 2012, because at that point, the county had gone more than ten days straight with no recordable rainfall and the high winds made conditions favorable for fires of any size to quickly grow out of control. The ban was planned to remain in effect until at least 12 May 2012, but after several days of steady rainfall, the ban was lifted early.
However, in Columbia Borough, it is illegal to burn all of the time; citations will be issued. During the month of April and during the period of the burn ban, CCFD answered a number of calls that were the direct result of residents illegally burning.
During the month of April, CCFD personnel have continued to put forth great effort and dedication in furthering their training. The notable highlights for the month include several new fire line officers completing an introductory officer training class and Firefighter Todd Lightcap Sr. completing the final installment of DelMar Module Series to become an interior firefighter. While everyone’s efforts are certainly noteworthy, however Firefighter Lightcap started from zero just a few short months ago. (more…)
On Saturday, 14 April 2012, CCFD will host a Pyrocap demonstration courtesy of Kleen-Rite starting at 10AM. Members of neighboring fire departments are welcome to attend as are members of the general public. Several evolutions will be demonstrated to show guests first-hand the many applications of this versatile product. Food and refreshments will also be served.
For additional details, please call the firehouse at 717.684.2695
