Police and Fire Commission Meeting — Other

Fire Department Report Activities Report for July 2026 Proudly Serving Since 1880 IN THIS ISSUE Department & Community Events ..................................... 2 Notable Calls for Service ................................................... 4 By the Numbers ................................................................. 6 Membership Committee Update ........................................ 9 Parting Shot ...................................................................... 11 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 1 Department & Community Events On July 1, the department conducted water rescue training with the Water Safety Patrol and practiced patient removal from boats, as well as patient handoffs to ambulance crews. On July 16 th, the department was invited to the Lake Geneva Youth Camp to help their campers be a little “cooler”. On July 16 th, the department announced the implementation of Prehospital Ultrasound as part of our advanced cardiac arrest care. This handheld imaging technology allows our paramedics to perform focused heart scans during resuscitation, helping them quickly assess cardiac activity and identify certain reversible causes of cardiac arrest. By adding ultrasound to our existing protocols, our crews can better tailor treatments, confirm the effectiveness of chest compressions, and support real-time decision-making before and during transport. While this technology does not replace high-quality CPR and early defibrillation, it enhances them by giving providers a clearer picture of what is happening inside the chest when every second counts. Our team has undergone specialized training to safely integrate ultrasound into cardiac arrest care while maintaining uninterrupted, high-quality chest compressions. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Mercyhealth Systems for their partnership, training support, and assistance in bringing this cutting edge technology to our community. Their collaboration has been essential in preparing our providers to use prehospital ultrasound safely and effectively for cardiac arrest patients. This investment reflects our ongoing commitment to bringing hospital-grade tools to the prehospital environment and improving outcomes for patients in Lake Geneva and the surrounding communities. We are grateful for the continued support of our city leaders, and community members as we implement this innovative technology in the field. CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 2 Less than 24 hours after announcing the implementation of prehospital ultrasound, our crews successfully utilized the tool during a cardiac arrest response and it supported a successful resuscitation. This is a great example of how training, technology, and teamwork come together to improve patient care. Prehospital ultrasound is designed to help crews assess cardiac activity and support resuscitation decisions in real time. We are proud of the professionalism and quick adoption shown by our team, and we will continue building on this capability to serve our community at the highest level. July 27 th, Engine 281 responded to rescue a one-week-old kitten that had become trapped inside the HVAC system beneath a home. After a careful and patient rescue, the crew safely freed the tiny kitten, named Slate. We’re happy to report Slate is safe and back with his family. August Personnel Anniversaries - Firefighter/Paramedic Scott DeVault- 1 year - Firefighter/Paramedic Hunter Christman- 2 years - Firefighter/Paramedic Taylor Reeves- 5 years - Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Jolly- 5 years - Firefighter/Paramedic Carly Behrens- 13 years - Division Chief Dennis Detkowski- 27 years CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 3 Notable Calls for Service 85 CALLS IN 7 HOURS 50+ MUTUAL AID AGENCIES 10 COUNTIES, 2 STATES At the onset of the storm on July 3, 2026, the department was requested to assist the Village of Walworth with a grain bin rescue. Due to the severity of the weather and the need to assess conditions within our own jurisdiction, we made the decision to decline the request at that time. Shortly thereafter, we were dispatched to a possible structure fire, immediately followed by a water rescue near Big Foot Beach for a report of approximately 10 individuals in the water following a capsized boat, with three initially reported missing. Due to the high volume and severity of incidents in the City of Lake Geneva and surrounding jurisdictions, we activated the MABAS Disaster Box Alarm. This response brought more than 50 departments and agencies from Walworth, Jefferson, Kenosha, Racine, Rock, Waukesha, and Milwaukee Counties in Wisconsin, as well as Lake, McHenry, and Boone Counties in Illinois. Many of these resources were strategically deployed throughout our response area to ensure rapid response to additional calls, conduct damage assessments, and identify unreported hazards such as downed power lines, structural damage from fallen trees, and gas leaks. Remaining units were staged and ready to respond as needed, including assisting neighboring fire departments. This coordinated response allowed us to maintain uninterrupted service to our community. Between 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., the department responded to 85 calls for service, including a dive rescue, two incidents involving trees on vehicles with entrapment, one individual trapped under a fallen tree, four ambulance requests, one gas emergency, one fire alarm activation, and 37 calls involving downed wires or electrical hazards. Without the assistance of our mutual aid partners, it would not have been possible to deliver the level of service our community expects during an incident of this magnitude. We also want to express our heartfelt appreciation to our public safety partners who stand with us in service to this community. To our law enforcement agencies, our dedicated telecommunicators, and our hardworking public works teams—thank you for your continual support, quiet sacrifices, and unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe and functioning every day. Your partnership means a great deal to us, and we are proud to work alongside you. CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 4 July 3rd Summary # of Incidents Animal Bite 1 Back Pain 1 Breathing Difficulty 1 Carbon Monoxide Detector 7 Fall Victim 3 Fire Alarm 2 Gas Odor or Leak 2 Head Injury 1 Mabas Call 1 MVA with Injuries 1 Other 2 Other unspecified fire 3 Standby 1 Structure Fire 1 Traumatic Injury 3 Water Rescue 2 Weather Related Incident 71 Total 103 July 4th Summary # of Incidents Altered Mental Status 2 Assault Victim 1 Bleeding 1 Carbon Monoxide Detector 3 Fall Victim 3 Fire Alarm 2 Gas Odor or Leak 1 Mutual Aid EMS 1 MVA with Injuries 1 Other 2 Other unspecified fire 1 Sick Person 2 Standby 2 Weather Related Incident 1 Total 23 July 5th Summary # of Incidents Altered Mental Status 1 Carbon Monoxide Detector 3 Fire Alarm 1 Gas Odor or Leak 1 Head Injury 1 MVA with Injuries 1 Other 1 Structure Fire 1 Weather Related Incident 2 Total 12 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 5 The City of Lake Geneva Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Sunday evening, July 5, 2026, at 9:31 p.m. at 1155 Rolling Lane in the City of Lake Geneva. Initial dispatch was for a reported grill fire. While units were en route, the Lake Geneva Police Department Communications Center advised that the incident had escalated to a structure fire. Automatic aid was immediately requested from the City of Elkhorn Fire Department, Lyons Fire Department, Town of Delavan Fire Department, and the City of Delavan Fire Department. Lake Geneva Fire Department units arrived on scene within six minutes and reported a well- involved fire with heavy fire conditions on the rear of a two-story, single-family residential dwelling. Due to the extent of the fire, the response was elevated to a MABAS Box Alarm, bringing additional resources from the Williams Bay Fire Department, Randall Fire Department, East Troy Fire Department, City of Burlington Fire Department, Bloomfield-Genoa City Fire Department, and the Lake Geneva Fire Bells. Station coverage for the City of Lake Geneva was provided by the City of Whitewater, Hebron, Rochester, and Sharon Fire Departments. Fire crews initiated an aggressive interior and exterior fire attack upon arrival. The fire was declared out at approximately 10:17 p.m. Crews remained on scene until approximately 1:00 a.m. conducting salvage and recovery efforts with the homeowner. The origin and cause of the fire remain under investigation. One firefighter sustained a minor injury and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. No civilian injuries were reported. Fire Chief John Peters reminds residents of the importance of safe grilling practices. Grills should be kept clean and maintained regularly, operated on a non- combustible surface, and positioned at least 10 feet away from structures or combustible materials. Grills should never be left unattended while in use, and homeowners are encouraged to keep a fire extinguisher in their grilling kit or immediately accessible while grilling. CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 6 By the Numbers 2025 Total Jan 1- July 31, 2025 Jan 1- July 31, 2026 July 2025 July 2026 General Alarms REPORT UNAVAILABLE Shift Alarms REPORT UNAVAILABLE Calls For Service 2025 Total Jan 1- July 31, 2025 Jan 1- July 31, 2026 July 2025 July 2026 ABD- Abdominal Pain 6 5 ALLERG- Allergic Reaction 7 3 ALTERED- Altered Mental Status 14 8 AMB- Ambulance Request 1907 1057 678 209 35 ASSAULT- Assault Victim 1 1 BACK- Back Pain 3 1 BITE- Animal or Insect Bite 1 1 BLEED- Bleeding 7 3 BREDIF- Breathing Difficulty 57 24 BURNING- Burning Complaint 3 1 3 0 1 CARDIAC- Heart Problem 41 16 CHOKE_ Choking Victim 1 1 CO- Carbon Monoxide Detector Alarm 46 22 58 3 24 DIABET- Diabetic Problem 6 2 ENVIRO- Environmental Emer. 1 1 ERROR- Error 14 2 13 1 0 FALL- Fall Victim 133 44 FIRE – Report of Fire 57 33 9 FIREALM – Fire Alarm 250 140 208 39 32 FIRBRUS – Grass/Brush Fire 10 8 11 0 3 FIREINV – Fire Investigation 8 4 7 0 0 FIREOTH- Other Unspecified Fire 33 8 FIRESTR- Structure Fire 9 3 FIREVEH- Vehicle Fire 4 0 GAS – Gas Odor or Leak 37 18 41 3 8 HAZMAT- Hazmat Call 3 2 0 0 0 HEADACHE- Headache 2 1 HEADINJ- Head Injury 4 3 INTERCEP – ALS Intercept 6 2 4 0 0 MABAS – Mabas Call 39 23 24 4 4 MUTAIDAM – Mutual Aid EMS 110 58 44 12 8 MUTAIDFI – Mutual Aid Fire 32 15 21 1 4 MAFE – Mutual Aid Fire & EMS 4 2 2 0 1 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 7 Calls For Service 2025 Total Jan 1- July 31, 2025 Jan 1- July 31, 2026 July 2025 July 2026 MVAINJ- MVA with Injuries 95 46 55 8 13 OTHER – Other 31 18 30 1 11 OVERDOSE- Overdose/Poisoning 1 0 PNB- Cardiac Arrest 13 1 PSYCH- Behavioral Emergency 1 0 SEIZ- Seizure/Convulsions 15 4 SICK- Sick Person 15 14 STAN – Standby 41 17 13 4 5 STROKE- Stroke Symptoms 14 5 TEMS – Tactical EMS Request/Swat 8 5 4 3 0 Tech – Technical Rescue Team 0 0 0 0 0 TEST- FIRE/EMS Test 0 0 4 0 0 TRAUMA- Traumatic Injury 7 4 UNCON- Unconscious person 30 7 UNK- Unknown Medical Problem 28 19 WATERRES- Water Rescue 2 1 3 1 2 WEATHER- Weather Emergency 74 74 Total 2703 1475 1751 298 404 Average Response Time Shift Call (time of call to scene, emergent responses within primary response area and excluding mutual aid & MABAS) REPORT UNAVAILABLE Average Shift Call Turn Out Time (time of call to first unit enroute, emergent responses within primary response area and excluding mutual aid & MABAS) REPORT UNAVAILABLE Average Response Time General Alarm (time of call to scene, emergent responses within primary response area and excluding mutual aid & MABAS) REPORT UNAVAILABLE Average General Alarm Turn Out Time (time of call to first unit enroute, emergent responses within primary response area and excluding mutual aid & MABAS) REPORT UNAVAILABLE CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 8 Fire Prevention Bureau 2025 Total Jan 1- July 31, 2025 Jan 1- July 31, 2026 July 2025 July 2026 Inspections 1042 583 843 82 193 Active Developments/Plan Review Fire Alarm Lake Geneva Library St Francis DeSales Best Buy Breakfast House Geneva Towers Geneva Meadows 1351 Elkhorn Rd Sprinkler Plas-tech Engineering The Chocolate Factory Geneva Towers Plas-Tech Engineering 901 Maxwell St 1351 Elkhorn Rd Bergeson Boats Station 281- Days with multiple calls for service (6 or more): - 1st (6) - 6th (9) - 11th (10) - 16th (9) - 22nd (11) - 28th (8) - 2nd (12) - 7th (8) - 12th (6) - 17th (8) - 23rd (8) - 30th (11) - 3rd (94) - 8th (16) - 13th (7) - 18th (11) - 24th (17) - 31st (11) - 4th (22) - 9th (8) - 14th (6) - 19th (7) - 25th (7) - 5th (16) - 10th (7) - 15th (14) - 20th (7) - 26th (10) Station 281 number of days with greater than 0.33 Unit Hours Utilization- 28 (90%) Number of Simultaneous Calls per Month 120 (29% of total call volume) NOTE - Majority of July 3 rd storm responses excluded Number of Simultaneous Incidents 2 Simultaneous Incidents - 88 3 Simultaneous Incidents - 18 4 Simultaneous Incidents - 5 5 Simultaneous Incidents - 1 6 Simultaneous Incidents - 4 Station 283 assist to Station 281- 4 Station 283 assist from Station 281- 8 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA FIRE DEPARTMENT JULY 2026 ACTIVITIES REPORT 9 Membership Committee Update Current number of applicants – 6 • 1st Interview – 6 • Assessments- 0 • 2nd Interview – 0 • Conditional Offer Pending Background and Medical – 0 • Need Orientation Date – 0 • Orientation Completed – 0 • Current Roster - Full Time (23) Firefighter/EMT- 0 Firefighter/AEMT- 0 Firefighter/Paramedic- 20 Lieutenant- 3 Captain- 0 - Paid-On-Call (26) - Paid-On-Premise (12) Firefighter- 3 Firefighter/EMT- 4 Engineer- 3 Firefighter/AEMT- 3 EMT- 1 Firefighter/Paramedic- 6 Paramedic- 1 Firefighter/Engineer- 3 Firefighter/EMT- 9 Firefighter/AEMT- 5 Firefighter/Paramedic- 1 Parting Shot The City of Lake Geneva Fire Department extends our deepest condolences to the families affected by the July 3rd storms. While we mourn the loss of life and the damage to property, we are humbled by the strength of our community—neighbors supporting one another, volunteers stepping forward, and the compassion shown to friends, neighbors, and strangers during this difficult time.