Fast Fireground Actions Save Loch Sheldrake Home
Photo by Loch Sheldrake Fire DepartmentFirefighters secure a water supply in heavy snowfall, quickly establishing hydrant access to support interior operations.
Photo by Loch Sheldrake Fire DepartmentEngine crews stretch lines toward the residence as snow continues to fall, maintaining steady water flow under winter conditions.
Photo by Loch Sheldrake Fire DepartmentFirefighters reposition hose lines in the front yard, coordinating suppression efforts despite icy footing.
Photo by Loch Sheldrake Fire DepartmentCrews advance toward the structure carrying charged hose lines, working through deep snow to reach the fire area.
Photo by Loch Sheldrake Fire DepartmentA firefighter operates from a ladder at the chimney line, checking for extension and completing overhaul during snowfall.
December 10, 2025 — The Loch Sheldrake Fire Department credited quick action and strong communication for saving a residence during a fire response earlier that day.
Firefighters from the Woodbourne and Loch Sheldrake fire departments worked together to control the incident, preventing significant damage to the home. An assistant chief from the Manor Fire Department, who was working in town at the time, identified the situation as a working fire and promptly notified dispatch.
Loch Sheldrake officials also thanked the Hurleyville Fire Department for providing standby coverage at LSFD, along with Fire Investigators Fink and Hawker and employees from the Town of Fallsburg for their assistance during the incident.
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