Drill Night: Commercial Structure Fires with North Bailey
Tonight’s training was a unique and valuable experience.We had the opportunity to drill inside a commercial structure—something that doesn’t come around often. The old Applebee’s building on Niagara Falls Blvd, […]
Drill Night – Mask Confidence
Tonight’s drill, led by Chief Sikirica, focused on building mask confidence. For a new firefighter, mastering the use of the SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) in various situations is essential. Wearing […]
Drill Night: Extrication Tools
Tonight’s drill focused on familiarizing the team with rescue tools. Captain Cosgrove set up two stations: one for the hydraulic spreaders (better known as “The Jaws of Life”) and another […]
Drill Night: Twin City Ambulance & Patient Movement
Tonight’s drill focused on patient movement and ambulance familiarization, in collaboration with our outstanding EMS partners at Twin City Ambulance. Paramedic Joe and EMT Patrick brought their ambulance into our […]
Drill Night: Mask Confidence
Last night’s drill focused on building mask confidence, a crucial skill for every firefighter. Breathing through an air pack can be more challenging than it appears, and it’s common for […]
Drill Night: Vehicle Extrication and Teamwork
Tonight’s training drill was all about vehicle extrication. We split the team into two groups, with each one working on opposite sides of the donor vehicle. The challenge was on […]
EHC announces recent member achievements!
We are very excited to announce the following achievements: Lieutenant Brandon Schmitt Completion of NYS Aerial Operations Firefighter Erin Drexinger Completion of her Probationary duties Newest Eggertsville Hose Company member […]
EHC Firefighter Drexinger completes Women’s Firefighter Training Series
Today, firefighter Erin Drexinger joined female firefighters from across Erie County for the Erie County Women’s Firefighter Training Series. The session, led by Chief Strom of Buffalo Airport Fire and […]
Drill Night: Tool Safety and Saw operation
Tonight’s drill focused on tool safety. On the fireground, we frequently use various power tools, such as rotary saws and chain saws. Ensuring our team is well-versed in the safe […]
Drill Night: Driver Recertification and Vehicle Extrication
Tonight’s training drill focused on driver recertification and vehicle extrication. Our drivers are required to safely navigate a challenging course each year using the largest vehicle they’re certified to operate. […]
