Preparing for the Coronavirus Thursday, March 5, 2020 | Views: 5 | Categories: Fire Department News Preparing for the Coronavirus Currently, there are no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, in the metro area. The City, along with the Jackson County Health Department, continues to monitor the situation as it rapidly evolves. We encourage all individuals, as well as businesses, schools, employers, churches and private and public organizations, to start the discussion about how to prepare for widespread illness and disruption of daily life. Residents are encouraged...
Lee's Summit Fire Department Pumper Rolls Onto Its Side On Icy Street Friday, January 17, 2020 | Views: 397 | Categories: Fire Department News On Friday, January 17 at approximately 5:10 a.m., Pumper 5 was traveling southbound on SW Ward Rd. near SW Stuart Rd., when it encountered icy road conditions and rolled onto its side. There were no injuries to the crew and no other vehicles involved. There is significant damage to the vehicle. Pumper 5 was returning to Station 5 on M-150 Highway after providing coverage at another station that was out fighting a structure fire. The Lee’s Summit Police...
Know Where to Take Shelter Tuesday, May 28, 2019 | Views: 1790 | Categories: Fire Department News Know Where to Take Shelter Knowing where to go in case of a tornado could save your life! Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. At Your House: If you are in a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room, or an interior room away from windows. Don't forget pets if time allows. At Your Workplace or School: Follow your tornado drill and proceed to your...
Jackson County Severe Weather Symposium March 16 Tuesday, March 12, 2019 | Views: 2698 | Categories: Fire Department News Jackson County Severe Weather Symposium March 16 This year’s severe weather season is expected to be an active one. To learn more about severe weather awareness, attend the Jackson County Emergency Preparedness/National Weather Service Severe Weather Symposium on Saturday, March 16, at Crown Pointe Church, 5959 NE Lakewood Way. The doors open at 8:30, browse displays and register until the presentation begins at 9:30 a.m. This is a great to opportunity to learn how to identify and describe severe...
Chief Poeschl Retires, Gives Final Transmission Friday, March 8, 2019 | Views: 2412 | Categories: Fire Department News Chief Rick Poeschl concluded a 30 year career with the Lee's Summit Fire Department with a final radio transmission on March 8, 2019. Chief Poeschl started as a firefighter and worked his way up to the rank Chief. He exemplified the LSFD values of PRIDE, and instilled those values within the Department. During his leadership the Department achieved national accreditation and a reduced ISO rating, in addition to many other accomplishments. Chief Poeschl...