La Crosse Fire Department

We are committed to keeping our community safe, healthy and informed. Tweets are not monitored 24/7. Dial 911 to report an emergency. RTs are not endorsements.

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We've had several calls this afternoon related to boaters needing assistance on the city's waterways. Due to the intense rains yesterday, river levels are extremely high, currents are unpredictable and there are plenty of snags.

Please stay off the rivers until levels lower.

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June 1 -7 is CPR and AED Awareness Week. Sudden cardiac arrest kills over 475,000 Americans a year. If you're with someone who experiences sudden cardiac arrest, we'd like to do 2 things:
#1. Call 911
#2. Do hands-only CPR

Push hard in the center of the chest at 100 bpm

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***Controlled Burn Alert***
The City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will be conducting controlled burns May 12th and 13th on the Mathy Tract and in Upper Hixon Forest.

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The 1900 block of Prospect St between Livingston and North streets is currently closed due to a fire. The fire has been extinguished and no injuries are reported.
More details on the fire from BC Temp

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***Alert***
There is an active fire scene this morning at the corner of 4th and King. Streets are rerouted. Please avoid the area.
More details to follow.

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Thank you @LaCrosseCounty Emergency Dispatch Center!

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Monday's the big day!

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The cause of last night's fire is still under investigation

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Wade Flisram, LCFD's Firefighter of the Year. Way to go Wade!

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Snow removal update from the Streets Department

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Yesterday, the LCFD held a small ceremony with staff and family for newly-promoted Assistant Chief Steve Cash. Chief Cash will be overseeing the Division of Community Risk Management. Congratulations on this well-deserved promotion Chief!

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This little one's got it!
Remember La Crosse, per Municipal Code Section 40-8, it is your responsibility to clear the sidewalk in front of your house within 24 hours of a snowfall.
Please do your part to help keep our city sidewalks safe and walkable👍

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The good folks over at @RedCrossWIS could use your help with the blood shortage crisis. If you can give blood, please head over to
https://t.co/6U6TZtYngf

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LCPD wants you to be aware and stay safe; High Wind Warning! The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Wind Warning for our area from 6pm this evening through 6am Thursday morning. For more information, please visit; https://t.co/RxvkkEjiBl #206

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Slope evac from 12/10. Be safe out on those roads La Crosse

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Did you know that 1 in 4 Christmas tree fires are caused by a heat source too close to the tree? Remember to ensure your tree is at least 3 feet from any heating source👍🎄
#happyholidays

[La Crosse Fire Department @lacrossefire]

Yesterday, several members of the LCFD were awarded Hero Awards from the 7 Rivers Cardiac Arrest Preparedness and Education organization.
Thank you for the recognition 7R-CAPE! This is a great honor and we appreciate the work to improve cardiac arrest survivability in the Region

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Getting the tree ready for @rotarylights!

[La Crosse Fire Department @lacrossefire]

Thanksgiving is almost here!
The LCFD would like to remind area residents of the dangers of using turkey fryers. The @NFPA and the LCFD strongly discourage the use of turkey fryers.
Please be safe this holiday season and practice safe cooking methods👍
https://t.co/ooJNeZxA1f