Lucerne Fire

Working House Fire On Lucerne

Engine Companies 2, 1, 4 and Ladder 3 battled a house fire earlier this afternoon in the 2900 block of Lucerne Ave. The fire was reported by a neighbor who could see flames inside the home. Engine Co. 2 arrived first and reported a working fire at the rear of the home. The home sustained heavy damage prior to the arrival of the fire crews but the fire was cut off quickly from spreading to more of the home.

No injuries to occupants or firefighters. Unfortunately several pets perished in the fire.

Dress Warm, It's Still Cold Outside

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Cold Weather Public Service Announcement

Preparing for the severe cold weather; plan ahead and have a winter survival kit.

In your home;

Spare blankets, flashlight, batteries, water and    food, cell phone, and candles.        

Heat your home safely and cook safely.       

In your car:

Blanket, hat, gloves, snakes, water, flashlight, cell phone, water, first aid kit, jumper cables, shovel, rock salt.

If you must go outside;

Dress in layers; hat, gloves, scarf or mask.

Avoid overexertion.

Carry a cell phone.

Know the signs of hypothermia and frostbite.

Conserve body heat.

If you have elderly neighbors and you can, check on them daily and offer to get them supplies if they need some.

For more information on cold weather prepardness 

http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/

Car in Pleasant Lake

Two people were uninjured early this morning when their car ended up in the lake.