EFD Receives Elevator Training
Elevators are a great convenience–until they stop working, whether due to mechanical problems or as a result of a larger emergency. Elkins Fire Department and Randolph County Department of Homeland Security personnel spent Saturday getting up to speed on the special challenges and risks associated with rescuing people trapped in elevators.
The training session was led by John Hoffman, a retired fire chief from New Jersey and the current Braxton County Department of Homeland Security director. Members were instructed on operating landing doors, manual lowering of elevator cars and firefighter bypass operations.
The training was held at Davis Medical Center.
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Ribbon Cutting for the ESGC Blue Star Memorial
A Ribbon Cutting Event was held Thursday, July 18, 2024, at City Park in Elkins, WV, for the Emma Scott Garden Club Blue Star Memorial. “Ashton White, a young high-school student, joined the Emma Scott Garden Club in 2023 to show his […]
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Wheelchair Swings Installed in Elkins Parks
Aidan Lowther (15) raised $8,800 to install three wheelchair-accessible swings in local Elkins parks, including City Park, Glendale Park, and Bluegrass Park.
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Owen Haddix Joins the Elkins Fire Department
Elkins W. Va., July 17, 2024: The City of Elkins is proud to announce the swearing-in of Owen Haddix as a Probationary Firefighter with the Elkins Fire Department. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at Elkins City Hall, marking […]
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Breaking Ground for New Sanitation Garage in Elkins
Elkins W. Va., May 30, 2024: The City of Elkins is proud to announce the groundbreaking of a new sanitation garage to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the city’s Sanitation Department. This much-needed facility will house essential equipment, feature a […]
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Elkins Street Department Receives New Street Sweeper
Elkins W. Va., May 30, 2024: The City of Elkins Street Department recently received a long-awaited new street sweeper. This vehicle will replace an old and outdated machine that required constant maintenance and repairs. The new street sweeper is modern, larger, and […]
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Captain Ron Corcoran Celebrates Retirement from the City of Elkins
Elkins W. Va., May 30, 2024: The Elkins Fire Department recently hosted a celebration to honor Captain Ronald Corcoran on his retirement after 34 1/2 years of dedicated service to the City of Elkins. The event, held at the Elkins Fire Department, […]
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