Lions Bay Fire Rescue is into the first quarter of a very busy and very exciting year. These are some of the highlights:

Fire Engine
One of the biggest additions to the department, probably since its inception will be the new fire engine that we are set to receive late February or early March. This fire engine is the culmination of over three years of effort - researching, and designing a custom built piece of apparatus to serve the unique needs of our community.

Plowing training
Plowing the streets in the community is not only a convenience, but it is also a necessity to public safety. When the snow is falling it is imperative the streets remain clear so that emergency vehicles can access the community. It is for this reason that select members of the fire department are being trained in the operation of the works department plows. When it is deemed necessary by the fire chief, these members will be able to plow the streets in preparation of an emergency.


VANOC and the 2010 Games
There have been a spike in meetings lately in regards to the games, and to the safety of the highway. Officers from Lions Bay Fire rescue have been in attendance and are making sure that our best interest is brought to the table. This has resulted in funding being established that will see full time paid firefighters on duty at our fire hall during the 17 days of the games. This has also ensured that while increased attention will be focussed on the highway during this time, that our focus is not taken away from what is always our priority... protecting lives and properties within the village.

EOC
As we are always planning and preparing for emergency situations, the village is working to establish an Emergency Operations Centre at the firehall. This becomes the operations centre during a large scale incident and is facilitated by an Emergency Management Coordinator. In order to ensure the position is managed appropriately, the officers of the fire department will be attending CEMC training. This training will not only allow an officer to better understand and work with the CEMC, but will also allow them to assume the role of CEMC and manage this position should they need to in a disaster.