Lancaster County Firemen's Association

08/28/2026

School bus safety starts before the bus arrives. For many students, the school bus is part of their daily routine. Take a few minutes before the school year gets busy to talk with your student about being a safe, responsible bus rider.

08/26/2026

🚨 The latest issue of The Pennsylvania Fireman is here!
In this issue you can read:

-The Fire Marshal Corner: How Can You Help the Investigator? (Thomas A. Hoffman)
-If You're Not Sweating It, You're Not Paying Attention (Frank Montes de Oca)
-Incident Command: Lessons Learned in Blood (Glenn Usdin)
.. and many more articles, incident coverage reports, and local news!

Sign up for a Digital ONLY subscription for FREE or for a Digital & Print subscription for $24.

https://www.lcfa.com/the-pennsylvania-fireman/subscribe/

On the cover: Captain Alyssa DeMarco, Keystone Valley VFD at the 2025 Lancaster 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb. Photo by Maddy Rohrer.

08/24/2026

Roll safely into the new school year! Whether your student bikes or scooters to school, back-to-school season is a great time to review safe riding habits and make sure they’re prepared for their daily commute.

08/21/2026

Is your child heading to school soon? Start the school year with these safety tips.
Before the first day, talk with your child or teenager about making smart choices on the way to and from school. A little preparation can go a long way toward a safer school year.

08/18/2026

Healthy vision plays an important role in how children learn, grow, and experience the world around them. That’s why early detection of vision problems and access to appropriate eye care are so important.
We’re sharing this resource from preventblindness.org, which offers helpful information and resources for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals on children’s vision and eye health.

Discover eye health resources from Prevent Blindness. Learn about vision diseases, safety tips, and ways to support our mission to save sight.

08/12/2026

Save the date for the 2027 FIRE EXPO on May 14 & 15!! We are excited to start planning another incredible event and can’t wait to welcome firefighters, first responders, vendors, and the community for two days of education, demonstrations, and networking!
Mark your calendars now! We look forward to seeing you there!

08/06/2026

Fire Prevention Week will be here before you know it, and now is the time to reserve the Fire & Safety Simulator for your community events!

The simulator is a hands-on, interactive way to teach families and children important fire safety skills in a fun and memorable environment. Availability fills up quickly during Fire Prevention Week, so be sure to submit your request as soon as possible to secure your preferred date. The Simulator is available for LCFA member Emergency Service Organizations.

Fire Prevention Week is October 4-10, 2026.
October is Fire Prevention Month.

08/03/2026

Tomorrow is National Night Out, an annual event that brings neighbors, law enforcement, first responders, and the community together. Many Lancaster County municipalities host their own celebrations with activities, food, and opportunities to meet the people who serve their communities.

Check with your municipality to see if there’s an event planned in your area. It’s a great way to connect with your community and get to know your neighbors.

07/31/2026

Event opportunities to support your local volunteer fire companies next week:

August 2: Breakfast, Albrightsville Fire Co, 7:30am-noon
August 2: Bingo, Columbia Borough Fire Dept, 1:45pm
August 6: Bingo, Denver Fire Co, 5:30pm
August 6: Bingo, Paradise Leaman Place Fire Co, 6:45pm

Submit your fire department events to our community calendar at

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07/30/2026

Severe weather can develop quickly. Take a moment to review these tips to know what to do if storms come your way.