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Welcome to the Official Website for the Lincoln Fire Company of Ephrata, PA
“Protectors of the West Side”



“It shall be the mission of the Lincoln Fire Company No. 1 of Ephrata, PA to anticipate and provide safe, appropriate and professional response to fire, rescue, hazardous materials and environmental emergencies needed by our dynamic community. We shall be Volunteers, dedicated to minimizing loss from these emergencies through fire suppression, training, public education, investigation and innovative programs.”

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This past Tuesday for training was our 1st night of our annual Hazmat Operations Refresher

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, February 15

We were joined by Durlach/Mt. Airy Fire Company as well for the training. Lincoln had 29 Volunteers in attendance.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, February 10

Remember, the Boil Water Advisory for Ephrata Borough, Ephrata Township and Clay Township remains in effect until at least Wednesday. Follow Ephrata Borough, PA Government for more information.... (Full Story & Photos)

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January 2025 Statistics: 44 Total Incidents Top Call Runners: Deputy Chief, James Gehman - 32 calls Safety Officer, Randy Gockley - 27 calls Firefighter, Addie Northup - 23 calls Chief, Richard Gehman - 19 calls Asst

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, February 09

Chief, Sean McCabe - 18 calls

630 Total Training Hours

Top Training Personnel:
Captain, Walt Bair - 38 hours
Asst. Chief, Sean McCabe - 36 hours
Lieutenant, Conrad Strawbridge - 34 hours
Chief Engineer, Josiah Fegley - 32 hours
Captain, Brian Zimmerman - 30 hours
Captain, Clyde Zimmerman - 30 hours
Lieutenant, Henry Chedraoui - 30 hours

Besides a busy month with calls, training also highlighted ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, February 08

Breakfast for dinner was organized and made by Firefighter Northup and her assistants. Crews enjoyed a great meal and a lot of stories were told during the evening. Lincoln also extended an invite to our medical partners in town Ephrata Community Ambulance Association for dinner. Thanks to all the members who turned out and helped staff the station this evening.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Last Sunday 9 Lincoln Volunteers finished their 16 Hour Ice Rescue Class

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, February 02

Lincoln has tried for several years to do this class but temperatures for ice did not allow it to happen. We like to thank all our Volunteers who continue to train week after week along with handling calls and completing administrative work.... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Yesterday Station 16 along with mutual aid companies were dispatched for a first due mobile home fire

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, January 28

Crews arrived finding a smoke condition inside but the majority of the fire out. Luckily the fire broke the glass on the fish aquarium and put out most of the fire. This is a good reminder to have working smoke detectors in your home and also be careful not to overload power straps and extension cords. This situation could have been a whole lot worse.... (Full Story & Photos)

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It's been a busy last week for the Lincoln Volunteers handling 20 calls for service including several working fires, medical assist, standbys, auto alarms and accidents

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, January 27

In addition to the calls we have 24 members completing a 4 night building construction class and on Sunday, 9 members completed their Ice Rescue class. We do this as a 100% all Volunteer Organization meaning no one at Lincoln gets paid for what they do.... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption This morning around 2:45am Rescue Engine 16-2 with crew of 6 was transferred to Lebanon County Station 58 Annville

Lincoln Fire Company Station 16, January 25

While on standby Rescue Engine 16-2 acting as Rescue 58 was dispatched to Union Township Lebanon County on Interstate 81SB for Accident W/ Entrapment. Crews arrived finding 7 people trapped in the vehicle. Crews assisted with removing patients from vehicle and patient care until EMS units arrived.... (Full Story & Photos)

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