Wellsboro Fire Department
The officers of the Wellsboro Fire Dept. for 2018 are as follows after elections were held in December.
Fire Chief: Lonnie Campbell
1st Asst. Chief: Chad Boyce
2nd Asst. Chief: Mike Pierce
3rd Asst. Chief: Josh Simmons
Fire Police Capt.: Rick Champaign
President: Scot Boyce, Sr.
Vice President: Brad Boyce
Secretary: Austin Dunham
Treasurer: Sue Champaign
Trustee: Steve Daugherty
Trustee: John Pogano
Trustee: Peter Lupkowski
Congratulations to everyone and we look forward to another great and productive year !
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Sunday, December 31, 2017
Year End Report: PennDOT Delivering Transportation Value
By Leslie S. Richards, Secretary of Transportation
The Wolf Administration is taking seriously its responsibility to care for the transportation assets used by Pennsylvanians every day. Whether it’s improving pedestrian safety on a major corridor, resurfacing a rural roadway or replacing an old bridge, we’re aiming to improve safety and mobility for all users. As we transition from construction season into winter operations, I wanted to update the public on what the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has delivered this year on your behalf.
This year, through the end of October, roughly 2,100 urban and rural roadway miles were paved. In fact, nearly 1,500 of these paved miles are on roads seeing an average of fewer than 5,000 vehicles daily. We also put out contracts to preserve, repair, and replace more than 450 state-owned bridges and 18 locally owned bridges, and completed 20 bridge projects with department forces.
In the PennDOT region including Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties, 325 state roadway miles were paved and 48 bridges were repaired or replaced.
Communities across the state can expect even more progress, especially on lower-volume roadways and Interstates, due to a program that Governor Tom Wolf and I announced earlier this year. The Road Maintenance and Preservation, or Road MaP program, dedicates sorely needed investments in roadway maintenance and our Interstates.
The total Road MaP program, $2.1 billion through the 2027-28 fiscal year, will go toward critical highway and bridge projects completed by PennDOT staff and our private sector partners. This program will benefit roads and bridges across the state, but here are examples of what $2.1 billion would translate into if it were fully allocated to one of three categories: paving nearly 21,000 miles of low-volume roadway; paving 2,100 miles of two-lane Interstate; or 1,050 bridge projects worth $2 million.
These are just one year’s examples of how we’re putting Act 89 – the state’s landmark, bi-partisan transportation funding plan – to work. As of mid-November, nearly 3,000 projects have been completed or are underway that were accelerated or made possible by Act 89. More than 4,200 projects are on our Four Year and Twelve Year plans.
At a time when many areas of the nation are struggling with how to make much needed investments in transportation, Governor Wolf has reinforced our commitment to improving pavement smoothness and tackling our long-standing challenge of many bridges in desperate need of repair. We have cut the number of these so-called structurally deficient bridges from a high of 6,034 in 2008 to 3,280 as of October.
I’m very proud of what PennDOT is accomplishing, and I reinforce our commitment to improving the public’s mobility and quality of life as we enhance our large and critical transportation system.
The Wolf Administration is taking seriously its responsibility to care for the transportation assets used by Pennsylvanians every day. Whether it’s improving pedestrian safety on a major corridor, resurfacing a rural roadway or replacing an old bridge, we’re aiming to improve safety and mobility for all users. As we transition from construction season into winter operations, I wanted to update the public on what the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has delivered this year on your behalf.
This year, through the end of October, roughly 2,100 urban and rural roadway miles were paved. In fact, nearly 1,500 of these paved miles are on roads seeing an average of fewer than 5,000 vehicles daily. We also put out contracts to preserve, repair, and replace more than 450 state-owned bridges and 18 locally owned bridges, and completed 20 bridge projects with department forces.
In the PennDOT region including Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties, 325 state roadway miles were paved and 48 bridges were repaired or replaced.
Communities across the state can expect even more progress, especially on lower-volume roadways and Interstates, due to a program that Governor Tom Wolf and I announced earlier this year. The Road Maintenance and Preservation, or Road MaP program, dedicates sorely needed investments in roadway maintenance and our Interstates.
The total Road MaP program, $2.1 billion through the 2027-28 fiscal year, will go toward critical highway and bridge projects completed by PennDOT staff and our private sector partners. This program will benefit roads and bridges across the state, but here are examples of what $2.1 billion would translate into if it were fully allocated to one of three categories: paving nearly 21,000 miles of low-volume roadway; paving 2,100 miles of two-lane Interstate; or 1,050 bridge projects worth $2 million.
These are just one year’s examples of how we’re putting Act 89 – the state’s landmark, bi-partisan transportation funding plan – to work. As of mid-November, nearly 3,000 projects have been completed or are underway that were accelerated or made possible by Act 89. More than 4,200 projects are on our Four Year and Twelve Year plans.
At a time when many areas of the nation are struggling with how to make much needed investments in transportation, Governor Wolf has reinforced our commitment to improving pavement smoothness and tackling our long-standing challenge of many bridges in desperate need of repair. We have cut the number of these so-called structurally deficient bridges from a high of 6,034 in 2008 to 3,280 as of October.
I’m very proud of what PennDOT is accomplishing, and I reinforce our commitment to improving the public’s mobility and quality of life as we enhance our large and critical transportation system.
Wellsboro Dispatched To Carlton Senior Care For Automatic Alarm
A broken water pipe is reported to have activated the alarm.
Shinglehouse Ambulance To Bee Hollow Road
Allegany Dispatched To Fully Involved Car Fire
Coudersport Responds To Rollover Crash On Rt. 6 W
As of 12/31/17 17:22:58 2017-00043500 MVA ROUTE 6 W, EULALIA TWP BOX 48-03, BEFORE ERWAY'S FARM.
CHIEF PHELPS ARRIVED ON SCENE OF A ONE VEHICLE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY IN THE DITCH WHERE IT CAME TO REST AFTER THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO THE EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER, COMING TO REST ON ITS WHEELS.
THE PT WAS REMOVED AND TRANSPORTED TO CCMH BY CVAA/MEDIC 7.
RESCUE 48-8 CREWS STABILIZED THE VEHICLE AND CHECKED FOR HAZARDS, WHILE PATROL 48-14 AND FIRE POLICE CONTROLLED TRAFFIC UNTIL THE VEHICLE COULD BE REMOVED BY KIGHTLINGERS.
THE CRASH IS BEING INVESTIGATED BY A MEMBER OF THE PSP-CDSPT.
Rew Dispatched To Car Over Embankment On South Kendall
First Presbyterian and Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church, 12-31-17
by Martha Pennell,
mpennell@northernpottersd.org
Fellowship dinner of the congregations will be held Sunday, January 7th, at 4 pm at Saint Paul’s Lutheran church. Debbie and John Traub host.
All men are invited and welcome to attend the men’s fellowship breakfast at Valley Alliance Church, Rte. 6 east of Gaines on Saturday, January 13th, at 8 am.
Birthdays and anniversaries in the congregations were recognized during worship.
A hymn-sing during worship heralded the arrival of a new year.
Preceding the sacrament of communion, Pastor Tom gave thanks for God’s mighty acts of creation, reminding us what a beautiful world it is.
He recalled Christ’s work of redemption; his teaching ministry of illustration, forgiveness, love, and grace. We should proclaim his life, death, and resurrection until he comes again, and seek the action of the Holy Spirit in our lives through its gifts of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control.
The voice of Jesus is the voice over darkness. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness shall never overcome it. The light is Jesus!
From our unison prayer: Almighty God, you have shed upon us the new light of your eternal word in Jesus Christ. As this New Year 2018 begins, may the light of Jesus shine forth in our lives. Help us share the divine light of Jesus who came to share our humanity. May his light shine out from our lives and our congregation. Let us be employed for you.
We freely and heartily yield all things for your pleasure and disposal. Glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we are yours and you are ours. We are glad to make covenant with you to be your people. Amen.
mpennell@northernpottersd.org
Fellowship dinner of the congregations will be held Sunday, January 7th, at 4 pm at Saint Paul’s Lutheran church. Debbie and John Traub host.
All men are invited and welcome to attend the men’s fellowship breakfast at Valley Alliance Church, Rte. 6 east of Gaines on Saturday, January 13th, at 8 am.
Birthdays and anniversaries in the congregations were recognized during worship.
A hymn-sing during worship heralded the arrival of a new year.
Preceding the sacrament of communion, Pastor Tom gave thanks for God’s mighty acts of creation, reminding us what a beautiful world it is.
He recalled Christ’s work of redemption; his teaching ministry of illustration, forgiveness, love, and grace. We should proclaim his life, death, and resurrection until he comes again, and seek the action of the Holy Spirit in our lives through its gifts of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control.
The voice of Jesus is the voice over darkness. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness shall never overcome it. The light is Jesus!
From our unison prayer: Almighty God, you have shed upon us the new light of your eternal word in Jesus Christ. As this New Year 2018 begins, may the light of Jesus shine forth in our lives. Help us share the divine light of Jesus who came to share our humanity. May his light shine out from our lives and our congregation. Let us be employed for you.
We freely and heartily yield all things for your pleasure and disposal. Glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we are yours and you are ours. We are glad to make covenant with you to be your people. Amen.
Troupsburg, Greenwood, Woodhull Dispatched For Working House Fire On Penaud Road
7:26 PM--Fire is under control. Fire investigators dispatched to scene.
Lawrenceville Dispatched To Head On Crash In Town of Lindley
Vernice “Bunny” Bertron of Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA
Vernice “Bunny” Bertron of Sweden Valley Manor, passed away Saturday, December 30, at Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport, PA.
She was born to Chester and Ethel (Pelchy) Haynes in Keating Summit, PA. On April 22, 1955 she married Francis Bertron, who preceded her in death.
She worked for Sylvania in Emporium early in life, and always enjoyed gardening. She was accomplished enough as a gardener that people would commonly stop and photograph her flowers.
Bunny is survived by 2 daughters: Wanda Randall (Harold) of Coudersport, and Penny Bosworth (Ron) of Pittsfield; 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 great great-grandchild; 1 brother: Harry Haynes of State College; and 2 sisters: Florence Rossman of Coudersport and Eleanor Sebring of Colorado.
Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; 1 son: Steven Bertron; 3 brothers: Walter, Norman, and Lester Haynes; and 4 sisters: Jenny Ludwig, Rachael Boyer, Fanny Weaver, and Dorothy Shunk.
Friends and family are invited to Vernices’s Life Tribute service on Thursday January 4, 2017 from noon to 1pm at the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 North East Street, Coudersport, PA with a funeral to follow at 1pm with Pastor Douglas Cameron officiating, burial in the Card Creek Cemetery.
Those wishing to make a donation in her name are encouraged to support the Teacher’s Pet Rescue at 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16916. To share fond memories of Bunny, or to sign her guestbook, visit: www.thomasfickinger.com.
Betty B. Comes, 93, of 40 Club View Drive, Bradford, PA
Betty B. Comes
Betty B. Comes, 93, of 40 Club View Drive, Bradford, PA, passed away Sunday December 31, 2017 at the Pavilion @BRMC.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Betty B. Comes, 93, of 40 Club View Drive, Bradford, PA, passed away Sunday December 31, 2017 at the Pavilion @BRMC.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Ruth A. Rall, 85, of Middlebury Center, PA
Ruth A. Rall, 85, of Middlebury Center, PA, passed away on Thursday December 28, 2017 at Geisinger Medical Center in Dannville. On December 28, 1948 she married Arthur R. Rall, who preceded her in death.
Ruth was born March 19, 1932 in Muncy, PA, the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Snyder) Baysore. She was a homemaker who loved to dance, and enjoyed gardening, canning, watching and feeding birds.
Ruth is survived by 3 sons: Kenneth Rall of Wellsboro, Robert Rall (Debbie) of Westfield, and William Rall (Amy) of Tioga; 5 daughters: Sherry Frisch, of Williamsport, Mary L. Holmes (Elwood) of Hughesville, Sandra Burdick (Ron) of Middlebury Center, Linda Lamphere (Jay) of Monroeton, and Jean Huck of Tennessee; 18 grandchldren; numerous great-grandchildren; and many great great-grandchildren; and 1 brother: William Baysore of Muncy.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her husband; parents; 1 sister: Betty Rockey; and 3 brothers: Robert, Kenneth, and Dale Baysore.
In keeping with Ruth’s wishes there will be no services, and she will be buried in Wildwood Cemetery.
Local arrangements entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main St. Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share your fondest memories and sign Ruth’s guestbook visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Dorrain L. Smith, 54, of Warren, PA.
Dorrain Smith
Dorrain L. Smith, 54, of Warren, PA., died Sunday morning, December 31, 2017 at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness.
A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc.
Dorrain L. Smith, 54, of Warren, PA., died Sunday morning, December 31, 2017 at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness.
A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc.
John D. Griffin, 95, Of Warren, PA
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| WWII Vet |
He was born on June 22, 1922 in Buffalo, N.Y., to the late Maurice and Helen Kirwin Griffin. After graduating from South Park High School, he served with the United States Army as a Sergeant from 1942 to 1946.
He worked as a salesman for Keebler Company for 35 years. After his retirement from Keebler, he continued as a part time salesman for Palumbo’s Meats, of Dubois, PA.
He was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, where he was a member of the Holy Name Society and a church usher for over 30 years. On June 14, 1947, he married the love of his life, Suzanne Therese O’Brien Griffin. Sue and Jack moved to Warren, PA., in 1951 and raised their five children.
He was the beloved father to Kathy Couillard, Saginaw, Michigan, Karen (Tom) Wickstrom, Mertztown, PA., Betsy Griffin, Warren, PA., Dan (Mary) Griffin, Mars, PA., Michael (Missy) Griffin, Russell, PA., and grandfather to 7 grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Suzanne Therese O’Brien Griffin, who died Thursday, November 16, 2017, his daughter-in-law, Cheryle Griffin, grandson, Brian Couillard, and son-in-law, Gilbert Couillard.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA., on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M., when a Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted by Fr. James Gutting, Pastor. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, where full military honors will be conducted by members of the Clarendon/Sheffield V.F.W. Funeral Detail and the U.S. Army personnel.
Those wishing to submit e-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Street, Warren, PA, 16365, or Friends of the Rouse, 701 Rouse Avenue, Youngsville, PA, 16371, or a charity of your choice. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Galeton Weather Report December 2017
Well the year has rolled around fast. After a rather mild, beautiful Fall we now are in winter--full blast. A month ago Paul from the NWS stopped by for his annual visit. I asked him for his winter prediction. He said "don't quote me, but I think it will be a mild winter". Paul may still be correct , however for the first 10 days winter has started out quite chilly. December started out rather nice with sunny mild days then on the 8th things changed. It became clear and cold with the first measurable snow on the 8th, one inch. From then on it became and "old fashioned winter" However, on the 18th we saw a 40 degree reading . For the last five days of the month morning readings were below zero with minus 8 on the 28th and minus seven on the 31st. Daytime highs were barely in the teens and midday on the 31st it was 7 above. No change is predicted for the first week of January, except it may even get colder next weekend. We did miss the Lake Erie lake effect snows.
We recorded 1.35" of rain and melted snow. Last year we received 3.84" This year we received 9.3" of snow, last year 19.7" For the year we received 44.59"rainfall which is 1.60" above normal. Snowfall for 2017 was 43.89" which is 10" below normal.
We had 16 days with 1" of snow or more on the ground. The greatest depth was 3" on the 17th. We had one foggy morning and one morning with glaze. The average high for the month is 34 degrees and the average low is 18. The average rainfall and melted snow is 3,05".
Happy New Year
Henry W. Lush
NWS Observer
Karthaus Vol. Fire Co. 2018 Line Officers
Karthaus Vol. Fire Co.
2018 Line Officers
Chief- Michael McMonigle
Deputy- Devan Renaud
Assistant- Casey Hoffman
Captain- Noah Yoder
Lieutenant- Teri Maney
2018 Line Officers
Chief- Michael McMonigle
Deputy- Devan Renaud
Assistant- Casey Hoffman
Captain- Noah Yoder
Lieutenant- Teri Maney
Winter Fun Programs at Sinnemahoning State Park
Sinnemahoning –Sinnemahoning State Park is offering two programs this week to encourage kids to get outside to enjoy the winter.
Homeschool Day: Winter in the Woods
Thursday, January 11, 2018, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
It’s SNOW much fun to explore the wonders of winter! Students will venture outside to learn about the adaptations plants and animals use to survive the harsh winter months. If appropriate snow conditions are available students will get a chances to try out snowshoes. Participants should dress for both indoor and outdoor time, please meet at the Park Office and Wildlife Center. This program is open to all grade levels. Pre-registration is required by Saturday, January 6.
DiscoverE! Snow Play
Saturday, January 13, 2018, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM
Winter is a time for fun! Kids ages 6-10 are invited to explore the winter landscape with a short story indoors followed by a winter activity outdoors. Then warm up inside with a hot cup of cocoa. Participants should dress for both indoor and outdoor activities. Please meet at the Park Office and Wildlife Center. Pre-registration is appreciated but not required by Thursday, January 11.
For more information on park programs and events or to register for these programs, please contact Sinnemahoning State Park at (814) 647-8401 or SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov
If you need an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Homeschool Day: Winter in the Woods
Thursday, January 11, 2018, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
It’s SNOW much fun to explore the wonders of winter! Students will venture outside to learn about the adaptations plants and animals use to survive the harsh winter months. If appropriate snow conditions are available students will get a chances to try out snowshoes. Participants should dress for both indoor and outdoor time, please meet at the Park Office and Wildlife Center. This program is open to all grade levels. Pre-registration is required by Saturday, January 6.
DiscoverE! Snow Play
Saturday, January 13, 2018, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM
Winter is a time for fun! Kids ages 6-10 are invited to explore the winter landscape with a short story indoors followed by a winter activity outdoors. Then warm up inside with a hot cup of cocoa. Participants should dress for both indoor and outdoor activities. Please meet at the Park Office and Wildlife Center. Pre-registration is appreciated but not required by Thursday, January 11.
For more information on park programs and events or to register for these programs, please contact Sinnemahoning State Park at (814) 647-8401 or SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov
If you need an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Owl Program at Sinnemahoning State Park
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| Short-eared owl in field along Route 46, McKean County, PA. Photo by Aaron Bierly, DCNR geologist |
Find out what makes these mysterious creatures of the night such highly specialized predators and why owls’ nocturnal habits, silent flight and ghostly appearances have fascinated people for centuries.
PowerPoint presentation enhanced by owl mounts, talons, wings, pellets, and lively discussion. Program recommended for adults and children ages 8 and up.For more information about this free program, please call the Sinnemahoning State Park Office and Wildlife Center at 814-647-8401. Additional details can be found on the DCNR Calendar of Events at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov
If you need an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Coudersport Dispatched For Rollover Crash On Rt. 6 West
Bradford Dispatched to Possible Structure Fire On Jackson Avenue
Kane Dispatched To Smoke Detector Activation At Central Towers
Chief 5, on scene, reports nothing showing from outside.
3:48 PM--RECALLED BY CHIEF 5--BURNED FOOD.
Ridgway dispatched To Smoke Alarm On Grove Avenue
Bradford City Dispatched For Unknown Type Fire
This was found to be flames coming out of the smokestack at ARG.
RECALLED.
Coudersport Vol. Fire Dept. Reports On Ice Mine Road House Fire
Coudersport Vol FireDept
5 hrs ·
As of 12/30/17 21:02 2017-00043441 STRUCTURE FIRE, 158 ICE MINE RD, SWEDEN TWP BOX 48-05 FOR SMOKE IN THE STRUCTURE.
AT 21:11 A.C. Tim Haskins ARRIVED ESTABLISHED COMMAND AND REPORTED THAT 1/2 OF THE RESIDENCE WAS INVOLVED AND REQUESTED A SECOND ALARM ASSIGNMENT.
DUE TO THE STEEP SNOW COVERED DRIVEWAY 1200' OF 5" HOSE WAS LAID UP THE DRIVE BY ENGINE 48-2(4x4-900 GAL) AND WAS SUPPLIED BY TANKER 48-5(3500 GAL.) ENGINE 48-1(1000 GAL.).
DUE TO THE WELL DEVELOPED FIRE WHICH WAS BEING DRIVEN BY HIGH WINDS AND DUE TO OURS/OTHER RESPONDING UNITS PUMPS/LINES BEING FROZEN IN THE COLD FRIDGID TEMPERATURES CREWS WERE WITHOUT WATER FOR A PERIOD OF TIME.
WATER WAS ESTABLISHED ONCE AGAIN AND CREWS EXTINGUISHED THE REMAINDER OF THE FIRE UTILIZING A TANKER SHUTTLE WITH TWO SEPARATE FILL LOCATIONS NEARBY.
THE HOME OWNERS WERE HOME ASLEEP AT THE TIME OF THE BLAZE, THEY HEARD SOMETHING AND SMELLED/SEEN SMOKE COMING FROM THE BASEMENT WHEN THEY INVESTIGATED. THEY CONTACTED 911 AND SUMMONED FAMILY MEMBERS AND ESCAPED THE BLAZE. THERE WERE NO REPORTED INJURIES.
THE WHOLE HOUSE AND CONTENTS ARE A TOTAL LOSS - ESTIMATED AT $350,000.AND ALSO DAMAGE TO A NEARBY GARAGE.
DUE TO THE EXTENT OF THE FIRE THE CAUSE HAS BEEN RULED UNDETERMINED IN NATURE.
ASSISTED AT THE SCENE BY - PORT 3, ROULETTE 46, AUSTIN 44, GALETON 10, ULYSSES 47, CVAA WHILE SMETHPORT STATION 2 STOOD BY AT OUR STATION WHILE OTHER DEPTS. COVERED OUR MUTUAL AID ASSISTING AGENCIES - CDSPT APPARATUS WAS PLACED BACK IN SERVICE AT APPROXIMATELY 03:30am 12/31/17.
THE OWNERS HAVE BEEN PLACED IN TOUCH WITH THE RED CROSS AND ARE STAYING WITH FAMILY MEMBERS AT THIS TIME.
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR MUTUAL AID COMPANIES FOR THEIR ASSISTANCE IN THIS EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES AS WELL AS OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY WHO HAVE SUFFERED THIS GREAT LOSS OF THEIR HOME AND BELONGINGS.
5 hrs ·
As of 12/30/17 21:02 2017-00043441 STRUCTURE FIRE, 158 ICE MINE RD, SWEDEN TWP BOX 48-05 FOR SMOKE IN THE STRUCTURE.
AT 21:11 A.C. Tim Haskins ARRIVED ESTABLISHED COMMAND AND REPORTED THAT 1/2 OF THE RESIDENCE WAS INVOLVED AND REQUESTED A SECOND ALARM ASSIGNMENT.
DUE TO THE STEEP SNOW COVERED DRIVEWAY 1200' OF 5" HOSE WAS LAID UP THE DRIVE BY ENGINE 48-2(4x4-900 GAL) AND WAS SUPPLIED BY TANKER 48-5(3500 GAL.) ENGINE 48-1(1000 GAL.).
DUE TO THE WELL DEVELOPED FIRE WHICH WAS BEING DRIVEN BY HIGH WINDS AND DUE TO OURS/OTHER RESPONDING UNITS PUMPS/LINES BEING FROZEN IN THE COLD FRIDGID TEMPERATURES CREWS WERE WITHOUT WATER FOR A PERIOD OF TIME.
WATER WAS ESTABLISHED ONCE AGAIN AND CREWS EXTINGUISHED THE REMAINDER OF THE FIRE UTILIZING A TANKER SHUTTLE WITH TWO SEPARATE FILL LOCATIONS NEARBY.
THE HOME OWNERS WERE HOME ASLEEP AT THE TIME OF THE BLAZE, THEY HEARD SOMETHING AND SMELLED/SEEN SMOKE COMING FROM THE BASEMENT WHEN THEY INVESTIGATED. THEY CONTACTED 911 AND SUMMONED FAMILY MEMBERS AND ESCAPED THE BLAZE. THERE WERE NO REPORTED INJURIES.
THE WHOLE HOUSE AND CONTENTS ARE A TOTAL LOSS - ESTIMATED AT $350,000.AND ALSO DAMAGE TO A NEARBY GARAGE.
DUE TO THE EXTENT OF THE FIRE THE CAUSE HAS BEEN RULED UNDETERMINED IN NATURE.
ASSISTED AT THE SCENE BY - PORT 3, ROULETTE 46, AUSTIN 44, GALETON 10, ULYSSES 47, CVAA WHILE SMETHPORT STATION 2 STOOD BY AT OUR STATION WHILE OTHER DEPTS. COVERED OUR MUTUAL AID ASSISTING AGENCIES - CDSPT APPARATUS WAS PLACED BACK IN SERVICE AT APPROXIMATELY 03:30am 12/31/17.
THE OWNERS HAVE BEEN PLACED IN TOUCH WITH THE RED CROSS AND ARE STAYING WITH FAMILY MEMBERS AT THIS TIME.
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR MUTUAL AID COMPANIES FOR THEIR ASSISTANCE IN THIS EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES AS WELL AS OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY WHO HAVE SUFFERED THIS GREAT LOSS OF THEIR HOME AND BELONGINGS.
Saturday, December 30, 2017
Coudersport, Port Allegany Dispatched For House Fire On Ice Mine Road
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| Nickie Darrin photo |
Port Allegany has been dispatched for a RIT assignment at this fire.
9:12 PM--Report Working structure fire in the basement. Report everyone out of the residence. 9:18 PM--Second Alarm. Ulysses, Galeton, Roulette & Austin to scene.
10:09 PM--Firefighters having difficulty establishing and maintaining a water supply due to the elevation of the house on the hill. Responders are moving contents from the garage as it is about to burn as well as the house.
Red Cross has been notified.
12:20 AM--Fire reported out.
12:45 AM--Command Terminated, units returning to stations.
This fire was at the home of Dick & Georgeann Chapell. They literally lost everything but the clothes on their backs.
Let us know when something is set up for donations for them so we can post it.
Wellsville Dispatched for Possible Electical Fire in a Wall
Lloyd Miller, 89, of 324 W. 4th St., Apt. 314, Emporium, PA
Lloyd Miller, 89, of 324 W. 4th St., Apt. 314, Emporium, PA died at his residence, Emporium, PA on Saturday night (December 30, 2017) following a lengthy illness.
He was born June 7, 1928 in Webster, PA a son of the late Lloyd and Olive Mae Huff Miller. On June 26, 1948 in Sinnamahoning United Methodist Church he married Cora Helen Goss Miller, who survives.
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| Korean War Veteran |
Mr. Miller served for 4 years with the US Navy during the Korean War. He was retired from Hyster where he was a mechanic for many years. He was volunteer for Cameron County Ambulance Assoc. as a driver for many years, volunteered with Salvation Army and the Food Pantry.
In addition to Cora Helen Goss Miller he is survived by a sister, Helen Thurston, Orem, UT;
He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Olive Mae Huff Miller, a brother, William Miller and two sisters, Margaret Martin and Betty Dunka.
At his request there will be No Service.
Burial will be in the Gilmore Cemetery, Austin, PA
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
Middlebury Dispatched For Crash On Norris Brook Road
Report one BLS injury on scene.
Remaining speed restrictions on I-80 have been lifted in District 2 region.
WEllsboro, Galeton Dispatched For Waterflow Alarm At US Geological Survey Building
...A SNOW SQUALL WILL AFFECT PARTS OF MCKEAN...POTTER...CAMERON... TIOGA...AND ELK COUNTIES...
Cameron County Fire Wire
...A SNOW SQUALL WILL AFFECT PARTS OF MCKEAN...POTTER...CAMERON...
TIOGA...AND ELK COUNTIES...
HAZARDS...A snow squall accompanied by winds of 20 MPH which can
rapidly reduce visibility to less than a quarter of a mile.
LOCATION AND MOVEMENT...At 344 PM EST, a snow squall was along a
line extending from the New York border near Genesee to Kane and
moving east at 25 MPH. This squall will make travel difficult along
Route 219, Route 6 and Route 120.
LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE...
Ridgway, Kane, St. Marys, Johnsonburg, Emporium, Elkland, Galeton,
Smethport, Roulette, and Port Allegany.
SAFETY INFO...
Use extra caution if you must travel into or through this squall.
Rapid changes in visibility and potentially slick roads are likely to
lead to accidents. Consider delaying travel until this squall passes
your location.
Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be
prepared for snow or ice covered roads. Slow down and allow extra
time to reach your destination.
...A SNOW SQUALL WILL AFFECT PARTS OF MCKEAN...POTTER...CAMERON...
TIOGA...AND ELK COUNTIES...
HAZARDS...A snow squall accompanied by winds of 20 MPH which can
rapidly reduce visibility to less than a quarter of a mile.
LOCATION AND MOVEMENT...At 344 PM EST, a snow squall was along a
line extending from the New York border near Genesee to Kane and
moving east at 25 MPH. This squall will make travel difficult along
Route 219, Route 6 and Route 120.
LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE...
Ridgway, Kane, St. Marys, Johnsonburg, Emporium, Elkland, Galeton,
Smethport, Roulette, and Port Allegany.
SAFETY INFO...
Use extra caution if you must travel into or through this squall.
Rapid changes in visibility and potentially slick roads are likely to
lead to accidents. Consider delaying travel until this squall passes
your location.
Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be
prepared for snow or ice covered roads. Slow down and allow extra
time to reach your destination.
McKean County Fugitive From Justice Arrested In South Carolina
Union Daily Times
Kruze Jordan Carpenter-Stewart, 24, 125 Marvin Street, Smethport, Pa., is being held at the Union County Jail while he awaits extradition following his arrest by a deputy with the Union County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident report states that the deputy received a tip that Carpenter-Stewart, who is wanted in Pennsylvania, was at a residence on Jones Ford Road. The report states the deputy went to the residence and spoke with the residents who said their friend was in the bathroom. When the deputy asked for Carpenter-Stewart by name, however, the residents said they did not know anyone by that name. The deputy then showed them a picture of Carpenter-Stewart, the report states the occupants said that was their friend and he was in the home.
The report states the deputy then made contact with Carpenter-Stewart, detained him, and then had dispatch run a check with the National Crime Information Center to see if Carpenter-Stewart was wanted. It states that there was a warrant for Carpenter-Stewart’s arrest showing out of Pennsylvania. The deputy also called the Pennsylvania State Police and confirmed the warrant while dispatch sent a hit confirmation.
The report states that Pennsylvania authorities advised that they would extradite Carpenter-Stewart back to their state. Carpenter-Stewart was placed under arrest and transported to the Union County Jail.
Stewart is wanted on a warrant from McKean County, PA, for child sexual assault offenses. He is accused of aggravated indecent assault of a person less than 16 years of age, corruption of minors and indecent assault of a person less than 16, The crimes allegedly took place this past September in Mt. Jewett.
Town of Olean Dispatched To Crash On Rt. 16
Morris & Cogan House Substation Dispatched To 2 Vehicle Crash On Rt. 287
Knoxville & Westfield Dispatched To Crash In Knoxville
Speed Limit Updates for I-80 and I-99 in Region
Clearfield, PA –The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is updating information on reduced speed limits on I-80 and I-99 in the north central region. As of 1 P.M. today, the following is in effect:
Speed limits are restored on I-80 in Clearfield County and up to Exit 161/Bellefonte in Centre County.
Speed limits are restored on I-99 in Centre County.
A reduced speed limit of 45 mph remains in effect on I-80 from exit 161/Bellefonte in Centre County through Clinton County.
PennDOT urges motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must drive should adjust their speeds and following distances in relation to road and weather conditions.
Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow.
While PennDOT recommends not traveling during winter storms, motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 825 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Speed limits are restored on I-80 in Clearfield County and up to Exit 161/Bellefonte in Centre County.
Speed limits are restored on I-99 in Centre County.
A reduced speed limit of 45 mph remains in effect on I-80 from exit 161/Bellefonte in Centre County through Clinton County.
PennDOT urges motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must drive should adjust their speeds and following distances in relation to road and weather conditions.
Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow.
While PennDOT recommends not traveling during winter storms, motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 825 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Bradford Dispatched For 2 Vehicle Crash On Rt. 219 Northbound
PA Permit Violation Issued
PA Permit Violation Issued to Inflection Energy (Pa) Llc in Eldred Twp, Lycoming County
Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2017-12-20 to Inflection Energy (Pa) Llc in Eldred Twp, Lycoming county. CSL 401 - PROHIBITION AGAINST OTHER POLLUTIONS - Discharged substance of any kind or character resulting in pollution of Waters of the Commonwealth.Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling
Bradford Township Fire Police Dispatched To Mirard Run Hill
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