Tiger Cub Firefighters
	November 18th, 2008 - Earlier last week the Silver Creek Fire Department was visited by an up and coming group of young men, the Tiger Cubs from Random Lake Cub Scout Pack 3863.  Den Leader Russell Allen brought the group of Scouts to the fire station to learn about Fire Prevention.  Under the guidance of Lieutenant firefighter Tony Hurley, the Scouts discussed the risks and hazards found inside and outside of every home.  After turning the "hazard" house into a "safe" house, the Scouts performed some hands on fire extinguisher training.  Each Scout was successfully able to extinguish a live fire using a small fire extinguisher.  A tour of the fire station ended the evening where the Scouts learned about various tools, equipment, and apparatus used by the Silver Creek Fire Department.  Check out the Gallery page for pictures!

	Brother Firefighter
	November 15th, 2008 - It is with great sorrow the Silver Creek Fire Department mourns the loss brother firefighter Timothy McKee of the Fillmore Fire Department.  Tim passed away as a result of a vehicle accident on Friday November 14th.  Please keep Tim's family and friends in your prayers as they cope with this very difficult time.  Visitation for Firefighter McKee will be held at St. Michaels Catholic Church, 8881 Forest View Road, Kewaskum on Monday November 17th, 2008 from 4PM to 7PM and Tuesday from 10AM to 11AM with a service to follow.  The Miller Funeral Home in Kewaskum will be serving the McKee family.  Additional information may be found at www.millermartinfh.com

	Fire Prevention Program
	November 7th, 2008 - The first week of October was a busy time for fire departments.  Thankfully, not because of fire calls.  This is the time of year for Fire Prevention and educating the public about fire safety.  One of the programs that Silver Creek firefighters, along with Adell, Batavia, and Random lake provided was to educate the children of the Random Lake Grade School, Our Lady of the Lakes School, and Sherman Center School about fire safety.  At each school a presentation was made using the Silver Creek Fire Department's Sparky's Hazard House. The Hazard House is used as a visual aid to demonstrate to children the hazards in a house and how they can be avoided. It also shows them how smoke can move through a house and how to escape during a fire. The Hazard House has been greeted with great success by the students and faculty for the past two years. It has proven to be a good means of holding the students attention and teaching them about fire prevention.  Firefighters also had preschoolers come to the Random Lake Fire Department for a movie and talk about fire safety along with a tour of the fire station and fire trucks.  The Silver Creek Fire Department takes great pride in continuing the education of our young people in the community.

	Chili & Voting!!
	October 8th, 2008 - Sick of all the presidential campaign ads where ever you go?  Welcome the return to sanity by remembering to participate in the election by voting for your choice presidential candidate on Tuesday November 4th, 2009.  Poll location hours are 7:00am - 8:00pm.  Top your evening off by enjoying a warm bowl of chili with all the fixings prepared by the Silver Creek Fire Department Woman's Auxiliary.  Dinner will be served at the firehouse from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.  Carry outs are available. Don't live in the Town of Sherman?  That's ok, stop in after voting at your local polling location and have a bowl!  Don't know where you should be voting?  We've got you covered; check the Voter Public Access Page to find out.   Local Polling Locations Town of Sherman Silver Creek Firehouse N6566 State Hwy 144 Town of Scott Town Hall N1306 Boltonville Dr. Town of Holland Town Hall W3005 County Rd. G Town of Mitchell Town Hall W8095 Parnell Rd. Town of Lyndon Town Hall W6081 County Rd. N Town of Lima Town Hall N3689 County Rd. I Village of Adell Village Hall 508 Seifert St. Village of Cascade Village Hall 301 First St. Village of Cedar Grove Public Library 131 Van Altena Ave. Village of Random Lake Village Hall 96 Russell Dr. Village of Waldo Village Hall 810 W. 2nd St.

	Gun Raffle & Steak Fry
	September 26th, 2008 - Yesterday brought a close to yet another successful SCFD gun raffle.  Thank you to all of our supporters who purchased tickets and congratulations to all of the 2008 winners.  Remember the 2009 gun raffle begins on May 14th, 2009 so watch for ticket information in early Spring.  Tickets for the 2008 SCFD Steak Fry tickets are on sale now.  Tickets are selling fast and a limited number of tickets are available so be sure to see a department member to purchase tickets today!

	Mutual Aid Fire Training
	September 20th, 2008 - Several members of the Silver Creek Fire Department joined forces with members of the Boltonville, Fillmore, Waubeka, and Random Lake Fire Departments.  Crews were fortunate to make use of an abandoned home being operated by the Fredonia Fire Department.  Members had the opportunity to perform five different stations including Command, Vertical Ventilation, Rapid Intervention Team (firefighter rescue), Search & Rescue, and Fire Attack.  Each evolution lasted 40 minutes with a 20 minute break between.  Safety, communications, and accountability were stressed throughout the day.  Emergency medical personnel from the Waubeka Ambulance established a well staffed and organized rehab area that provided cool beverages and snacks during the training as well as a delicious lunch for all training attendees.  This was a great training opportunity that many members left with positive experience.  Event organizers have already begun discussing topics for a 2009 mutual aid training day.

	Fire Prevention Week
	September 2nd, 2008 - A reminder that October 5th thru October 11th is Fire Prevention Week.  This year's theme will be "Prevent Home Fires"  During this time, fire safety advocates will be spreading the word that when it comes to fire safety, practice is the key.  Whether you're a teacher, a parent, or a child, many helpful items are available to help you, your neighbors, friends, and family members in the event of a home fire.  Check out the Fire Prevention page for more details!

	Mutual Aid Extrication Training
	August 26th, 2008 - On Monday August 25th, the Silver Creek Fire Department continued its long standing relationship with the Random Lake Fire Department by participating in a mutual aid automobile extrication drill. Led by RLFD Training Officer Jim Wilke and along with the expertise of many knowledgeable Random Lake firefighters,  SCFD members became familiar with the equipment and techniques utilized in performing vehicle rescues including the "Jaws of Life". A live car fire was also performed, allowing practice of techniques used in extinguishing car fires. This was an outstanding training opportunity that many members were excited to be participating in. Stay tuned for details from Septembers training that will feature 6 fire departments working together in a training house operated by the Fredonia Fire Department.

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