Students from Health Academy 1 and 2, and Early Childhood Education at AK Smith Career Center learn CPR/AED from members of the Michigan City Fire Department. By learning CPR/AED students better prepare themselves for job opportunities after graduation.
STOP…DROP…COVER AND ROLL - DON’T PLAY WITH MATCHES – DON’T HIDE FROM FIREMEN
Were some of the things taught by “SPARKY” The fire Pup and Firefighters of The Michigan City Fire Department to students of the YMCA pre-school.
Acting Captain Jeff Cox, Acting Lieutenant Brad Neulieb, Firefighter Brandon Lee, Firefighter Tom Frontcakas, Firefighter Andre Glover and PIO Mark Baker (from the right to left) were recognized for their actions of heroism and for the betterment of the department and community that they serve.
The Michigan City Fire Department hosted an Electrical Fire Investigation class on Saturday February 23 at Michigan City Fire Station #4 on Cleveland Ave. The class featured Steve Shand of Shand Forensic Investigations (center). The class was open to all departments and was attended by 65 members of the fires service as far away as Indianapolis. The purpose of the class was to provide continuing training for Fire Investigators in the area of electrical fires. It focused on residential electrical systems and modes of failure, including live demonstrations. The IAAI (International Association of Arson Investigators) help sponsor the class.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ENGINEER JEFF PICKFORD
On February 20, 2013 Driver/Engineer Jeff Pickford retired from the Michigan City Fire Department with 34 years of service. Engineer Pickford seen here with Chief Martin and Kelly Smith from the News-Dispatch talking about the good and bad times he experienced while serving the citizens of Michigan City. Good luck to Engineer Pickford as he looks forward to fishing, golfing and relaxing.