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Fire department reports nine August calls; purchases and equipment needs noted
Summary
Corinne Fire Department reported nine calls in August, described a new ice maker purchase for scene use, listed needs (water tender replacement, asphalt repairs, exhaust fans) and urged residents to check smoke/CO alarms after a small rise in responses.
The Corinne Fire Department told the council it responded to nine calls in August, seven outside the city limits and two inside, with incident types including two medical calls, two grass fires, three CO alarm/fire responses and two classified as other.
The speaker reported the department purchased an ice maker to keep drinks cool during structure and wildland operations, has received bids for asphalt work around the station after an anticipated donation did not materialize, and is seeking a replacement water tender expected at the end of the year. The department is also reviewing options for installing exhaust fans in a vehicle bay and adding a secondary emergency egress.
Chief or staff thanked Northview Fire for a letter of appreciation for mutual‑aid response to the Willard Peak Fire; the letter was attached to the report. The department noted one firefighter, Joseph Ritchie, completed a hazmat awareness exam and the department is awaiting scores from the Utah Fire Rescue Academy.
Staff emphasized public safety reminders as schools resumed: watch for children and buses and change smoke and CO alarm batteries each spring and fall. The speaker noted the state had recently downgraded fire restrictions to Stage 1, but urged continued caution.
No formal actions were taken on the report; the council acknowledged receipt of the letter and thanked the department for the update.
