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Paynesville council thanks firefighters after Valentine’s Day blaze that injured two members
Summary
After a Valentine's Day fire that injured two firefighters, Paynesville council publicly thanked the department, confirmed the injuries were minor and said the city will support workers' compensation and other needs.
Council members publicly acknowledged a significant Valentine's Day fire that injured two members of the Paynesville fire department and offered council support for those injured.
The chair told the department: "If there's anything that this council can do for the department or for the two people who were injured, I hope that you know that you can come and ask and we're here." The council emphasized appreciation for firefighters who risk personal safety to protect the community.
Fire department representatives said the injuries were minor and both members had returned to work. Council and department participants discussed insurance and workers' compensation for lost wages; the department reported that the city’s insurance and work‑compensation arrangements have been responsive and should cover injuries and related lost wages.
Council members and the department described a busy start to the year and noted mutual aid arrangements. Members said the council aims to be responsive to department needs and has worked to secure equipment and support previously requested by the department.
What happens next: the department will follow normal workers' compensation processes for any lost wages and the council remains available to consider additional support or requests from the fire department.
