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With summer ending and the start of school just around the corner, drivers need to do their part to keep kids safe as they walk and bike to school. Whether you are taking your kids to school or just driving through a school zone, you can do your part to keep kids safe.

August is designated as Back-to-School Safety Month, and we want to remind motorists to be extra careful at all times.

Top Back to School Safety Tips Here are some simple reminders for drivers:

• Slow down and be especially alert in the residential neighborhoods and school zones

• Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs

• Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully

• Watch for children on and near the road in the morning and after school hours

• Reduce any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. Put down your phone and don’t talk or text while driving

Reminder for your kids:

• They should cross the street with an adult until they are at least 10 years old

• Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks

• Never run out into the streets or cross in between parked cars

• Make sure they always walk in front of the bus where the driver can see them

On July 11, 2010, twenty five members boarded the Pirate King Fishing vessel in Lewes, De. for some recreational fishing.  The members spent six hours on the water with few fish caught, but lots of memories shared. Thanks to Captain Bob, and Vice President Chuck Coverdale for letting us enjoy the great day on the water.

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Carlisle Fire Company was dispatched to an MVC at the intersection of Bay Road and Thompsonville Road. A-42 responded along with Rescue 42, responding under the command of Chief Bill Carpenter (42-15). Engine 42-5 responded under the command of Asst. Chief Charlie Vanaman (42-17). Upon arrival, A-42 reported a box truck had run into the back of a tractor trailer, with the driver of the box truck trapped. Kent Center then upgraded the response to a Delta response, adding both Sussex County medic 101 and Trooper II to the response. Upon arrival, Chief Carpenter established Bay Road command, with the Rescue crew beginning stabilization and extrication. Fire Police were advised to shut down Bay Road south bound completely during the operation. Engine 42-5 was advised to pull an 1 3/4" trash line as well as assist the Rescue with extrication. Engine 42-4 responded and was given the assignment of setting up a landing zone south of the accident scene on Bay Road. During the operation, it was established that the box truck was transporting construction supplies. The driver was extricated and Command placed the incident under control at 07:38hrs. The driver was transported by Trooper II to Christiana Hospital. Units remained on scene until 08:26 am.
 
Units responding: Rescue 42, Engines 42-5 and 42-4, A-42, Medic 101, Trooper II, Sta. 42 fire police and Delaware State Police.

MVC with heavy entrapment 
 

On Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at 17:33 hrs, the Carlisle Fire Company, Station 42 along with Medic 101 and Trooper II were dispatched on an MVC with entrapment at 419 Milford – Harrington Highway. 42-15 (Chief Bill Carpenter) responded to the scene and was advised there were reports of a vehicle on its side with entrapment. A-42 arrived on scene to find a car had been struck by a tractor trailer with a subject trapped in the car. 42-19 Asst. Chief Wayne Ingram arrived on scene and established command and immediately requested a second BLS. 42-15 arrived on scene and assumed position of extrication officer. Rescue 42 responded with 42-18, Asst. Chief J.R. Griffith. Upon arrival, the crew stabilized the vehicle then began extrication of the driver. Engine 42-5 responded with 42-17, Asst. Chief Charlie Vanaman and upon arrival, split their crew, half deployed a

1 ¾” hose line while the rest assisted the rescue crew with extrication. Engine 42-4 responded with 42-21 Captain Justin Konesey and their assignment was to establish a landing zone for Trooper II. B-50 and B-42 also responded to the scene, with B-50 transporting the driver of the tractor trailer to MMH. The driver of the car was extricated and transported to Christiana Hospital by Trooper II. Command 42 placed the incident under control at 17:55 hrs.  
 

Units responding: 42-15, 42-19, A-42, B-42, Rescue 42, Engines 42-5 and 42-4, Medic 101, Trooper II, Station 42 fire police and Milford Police Department.

Anyone wishing to have their add, birthday wishes, events to be displayed on our LED marquee sign in front of our building are now able to do so.  An agreement form is required to be filled out and turned into the department secretary. This form is located in the downloaded section of the website.  The donation request is $25.00 for one week of advertising.

On Saturday March 13th 2010 the Carlisle Fire Company participated in the DNA LifePrint Program that was sponsored by the I.G. Burton Company. The Carlisle Fire Company provided Fire Prevention information and the opportunity for children of all ages to explore Engine 42-5.

Smoke Detectors and replacement batteries were also provided to the adults accompanying the children. 
 

Despite the weather (heavy rain and wind) a steady stream of children participated in a very worthwhile community event. Thanks to I.G. Burton for inviting us to be there! 
 

Carlisle members who participated were Dave McGinnis, Harry Makhtany, Frankie Fountain, Miles Kosiorowski, Kayley DeVoe, Mark DeVoe, Dorian Bennett, Shawn Hinton, Lester Guyer and Jerry Howard. A good time was had by all – just look at the faces of the kids!

On Thursday February 18, 2010 the Carlisle Fire Company was dispatched to a reported working building fire in the 600 block of Marshall St. @ 0056 hours.  Milford Pd received the initial calls, and notified Kent Center of same.  Engine 42-4 responded under the command of 1st Asst. Chief ( Charles Vanaman) 42-17, and was advised PD was on scene with heavy fire showing from the roof.  Asst Chief Vanaman then asked for a 2nd alarm, alerting Sta 52 (Houston), and Sta. 75 Ellendale to the scene.  Engine 42-4 went on scene with fire and smoke showing from a 50ft X 100ft structure. The crew from Engine 4 attempted to make an interior attack but was ordered to evacuate the structure due to the roof deteriorating as it started to collapse.  Ladder 42 under the command of Fire Chief ( Bill Carpenter) 42-15, set up for aerial operations for an exterior attack.  A 3rd alarm was then transmitted bringing Sta. 49 ( Frederica) and Sta. 50 ( Harrington) to the scene. Sta. 57 (South Bowers) and Sta. 89 ( Slaughter Beach) fire companies provided a cover up at Sta. 42.  Crews continued the exterior attack until Asst. Chief Vanaman brought the scene under control @ 0226 hrs, with extensive overhaul.  All units cleared the scene @ 0540, with the Fire Marshall's office still investigating. 

Units Responding : Engine 42-4, Ladder 42, Tanker 42, Rescue 42, 42 Fire Police, Houston, Harrington, Frederica, South Bowers, Ellendale, Slaughter Beach Fire Companies, FM 12 & FM 28, Milford PD

On Tuesday February 2, 2010 @ 19:59hrs, the Carlisle Fire Company was dispatched to a reported working house fire in the 6400 block of Shawnee Road.  Command 42 responded with 42-19 (3rd Asst. Chief Wayne Ingram) and was advised by Kent Center of the working alarm.  Command went on scene with the report of same, and redirected the units from Houston Fire Company to the scene calling also for a Tanker response from them.  Engine 42-4 arrived in scene under the command of 42-16 ( Deputy Chief Joe Mriss) and placed a 1 3/4 handline in service.  As crews begin to perform knock down, Ladder 42 arrived with 42-18 ( 2nd Asst. Chief J.R. Griffith), with crew and started a primary search of the residence.  All searches proved negative and the alarm was brought under control @ 20:36hrs.  The Frederica and Ellendale Fire Companies provided standby at Station 42.  All units cleared the scene @ 21:23hrs.

Units responding: Command 42, Engine 42-4, Ladder 42, Tanker 42, Engine 42-5, Rescue 42, BLS A-42, 42 Fire Police, Engine 52-2, Engine 52-5, Tanker 52, Engine 49-3, Engine 75-2, Medic 101, FM 28

On Thursday January 7, 2010, The Carlisle Fire Company Members held their monthly meeting with a swearing in ceremony to begin the start of the new year.  Special thanks to State Representative Bobby Outten for swearing in the new officers of 2010

On Monday, January 25, 2010, the Carlisle Fire Company was dispatched to a MVC Rollover @ 1346hrs.  Command 42 went enroute with 42-18, 2nd Asst. Chief J.R. Griffith and was advised of a two vehicle MVC with unknown patients.  Rescue 42 responded under the Command of Fire Chief William Carpenter @ 1353hrs with a crew of 6.  Command 42 arrived on scene and advised of same as dispatched but requested a 2nd BLS unit, and for the crew of Rescue 42 to assist with patient care due to no entrapment.  A total of two people were transported to MMH by single BLS as Command 42 placed the incident under control @ 1358hrs.  All units were cleared @ 1406hrs.

Units Responding: Command 42, Rescue 42, Engine 42-5, Engine 42-4, Ambulance A-42, 42 FIre Police, DSP.

The 2010 Election Results For the Carlisle Fire Company are as follows:

President: Frances Morris

Vice President: Chuck Coverdale

Fire Chief: William Carpenter

Treasurer: Joe Mriss

Secretary:  Shawn Hinton

Chief Engineer:  Eugene Rust

Ambulance Captain:  Lewis Sacks

Director #1:  Wayne B. Whitney

Director #2:  Lester Guyer

Director #3:  Rick Deputy

Building Superintendent:  Wayne A. Whitney

Fire Recorder:  Frank Kaleyias

* Fire Line Officers are as follows:

Deputy Chief:  Joe Mriss

1st Asst. Chief: Charles Vanaman

2nd Asst. Chief: J.R. Griffith

3rd Asst. Chief: Wayne Ingram

Captain: Justin Konesey

Captain: Rudy Hitchens

Captain: Shawn Hinton

Safety Officer: Duane Fox

The Carlisle Fire Compamy will be hosting Wake Up Delaware on October 31st, 2009.  Smoke Detectors and replacement 9 volt batteries will be given away free of charge at the Carlisle Fire Company, 615 NW Front St, Milford.  Hours of giveaway is from 9:00am until 3:00pm.

The Carlisle Fire Company strongly recommends the replacement of home smoke alarms every 10 years. Smoke alarms become less reliable with time, primarily due to aging of their electronic components, making them susceptible to nuisance false alarms.  Regular cleaning can prevent false alarms caused by the build up of dust or other objects such as flies, particularly on optical type alarms as they are more susceptible to these factors. A vacuum cleaner can be used to clean ionization and optical detectors externally and internally.