Fire News

Published January 4, 2019

Hazel Park rallies behind councilwoman after seven pets die in fire

HAZEL PARK — The world can be a senselessly cruel place. That’s the thought that keeps running through the mind of Hazel Park City Councilwoman Alissa Sullivan after a fire broke out in her house right before Christmas and claimed the lives of her three rescue dogs, three foster cats and her mother’s dog — animals who meant the world to her.

Fire Chief James Piper introduces probationary firefighter Jacob Busacca Dec. 17.

Published December 27, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores Fire Department welcomes new firefighter

ST. CLAIR SHORES — In his first job out of the Fire Academy at Macomb Community College, Jacob Busacca will become the 49th member of the St. Clair Shores Fire Department.

Published December 26, 2018

Sterling Heights Sentry

Support offered after Christmas apartment blaze in Sterling Heights

STERLING HEIGHTS — Occupants of the Sterling-Troy Apartments are coping with loss after a fire broke out in the building over the Christmas holiday, according to the Sterling Heights Fire Department.

Multiple benefactors recently chipped in to purchase a fifth LUCAS 3 chest compression device for the Clinton Township Fire Department in 2018. In October, resident Carol Barker, who donated $16,000 for a device, put her own label on the one she donated.

Published December 21, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Each Clinton Township fire station now equipped with lifesaving CPR device

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Thanks to donations from several groups and individuals, each Clinton Township fire station is now equipped with a LUCAS 3.

Published December 21, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Two dogs die in house fire

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A pair of dogs were pronounced dead due to an early-morning house fire in Clinton Township.

Published December 21, 2018

Rochester Post

Fire impact study inconclusive, says board

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — A recent fire impact study has left some Board of Trustees members with unanswered questions.

The new quint ladder truck sits outside City Hall Dec. 17 for the public to see.

Published December 20, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

A shiny red delivery, just in time for the holidays

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The St. Clair Shores Fire Department’s newest truck, a quint ladder truck, was paid for with a $625,000 Assistance to Firefighters grant and $178,000 from the city.

Published December 20, 2018

Troy Times

Troy elementary school staff commended for fast action during fire

TROY — Something didn’t smell right to Martell Elementary School secretary Collett McClellan as she did her work for Principal Michelle Barsh in the front office of the school just before lunch Sept. 21.

Published December 18, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Woman dies in Roseville apartment fire

ROSEVILLE — A Roseville woman has died and her 4-year-old grandson was rushed to the hospital following an apartment fire in Roseville Dec. 16.

Published December 14, 2018

Madison - Park News

Second fire breaks out at Col’s Place in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — A family restaurant that went up in flames due to a grease fire in July recently had another scare when a second fire appeared while remodeling work was being done.

Published December 13, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Firefighters shop with kids for christmas gifts

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Shop with a Hero was launched by the Harrison Township Fire Department seven years ago as a way of giving back to the community it serves, specifically those less fortunate.

Published December 11, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Man dead after fire at Clinton Township condominium

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A man, 69, died after a fire engulfed his detached Clinton Township condominium.

Published December 10, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Deputy fire marshal answers questions about chargers, extinguishers, more

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — With the cold weather rolling in, it’s time to heat up the house and keep warm. However, heating up the house and turning on those holiday lights can raise the chances of fire hazards.

Published December 7, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores City Council approves new ambulance purchase

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The St. Clair Shores Fire Department will have a new ambulance in its stable of emergency vehicles after recent approval by the City Council.

Published December 3, 2018

Macomb Township Chronicle

Sheriff’s substation expected to be demolished this week in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Macomb Township Fire Chief Robert Phillips said the project for an upcoming new public safety building has begun.

Published November 30, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores firefighters, citizens honored for efforts to help others

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Reflecting on “how lucky we are to have such a dedicated department,” the Optimist Club of St. Clair Shores honored the St. Clair Shores Fire Department with a recognition and appreciation breakfast Nov. 27.

Published November 27, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Two injured in Fraser apartment fire

FRASER — A recent early-morning fire resulted in a pair of injuries and some major damage at a local apartment complex.

Published November 23, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores firefighter’s family displaced after house fire

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The community at Rodgers Elementary School is pulling together for one of its families whose dog is recovering from smoke inhalation after a recent fire.

A house fire on Memory Lane in Harrison Township Nov. 13 claimed the life of a family’s dog. Fire investigators say they’re close to determining the cause of the blaze.

Published November 20, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Family pet perishes in Harrison Township fire

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The cause of a Nov. 13 house fire that claimed the life of a family’s pet dog remained under investigation last week.

Published November 16, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Woods considers purchase of new firetruck

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — City officials in Grosse Pointe Woods are considering the purchase of a new firetruck. At the city’s Committee of the Whole meeting Oct. 22, Public Safety Director John Kosanke presented information to the City Council about the need for a new ladder truck.