Gates Fire District Headquarters

Tomorrow is our car seat installation check event! Call to make an appointment.

🔥JUNIOR FIRE ACADEMY 2024🔥

We had a fun filled week with our Junior Fire Academy students!

THANK YOU to the following community partners that made this week a success for our students:

North Greece Fire District
Before the Last Call Inc.
Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc.
Rochester, NY Airport Firefighters Association - IAFF Local 1636
Monroe County Sheriff's Office - Rochester, NY
Gates Chili Central School District

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 517 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 16 COUNTIES

IN CENTRAL NEW YORK:

CAYUGA, JEFFERSON, LEWIS, OSWEGO

IN WESTERN NEW YORK:

ALLEGANY, CATTARAUGUS, CHAUTAUQUA,
ERIE, GENESEE, LIVINGSTON, MONROE, NIAGARA, ONTARIO, ORLEANS, WAYNE, WYOMING

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF AUBURN, BATAVIA, BUFFALO, CANANDAIGUA, FAIR HAVEN, GENESEO, JAMESTOWN, LOWVILLE, MEDINA, NEWARK, NIAGARA FALLS, OLEAN, OSWEGO, ROCHESTER, WARSAW, WATERTOWN, AND WELLSVILLE.

CONGRATULATIONS COMMISSIONER WERTH

Last night at the regularly scheduled meeting the Monroe County Legislature, Commissioner James Werth was issued a proclamation for his 63 years of service in the Gates-Chili FD and the Gates Fire District. Jim’s wife Carol and Chief Timothy Goole were also in attendance. Thank you to the Monroe County Legislature for their recognition of Jims dedication to his community. Congratulations Jim on receiving your proclamation.

🎆 HAPPY 4th OF JULY🎆

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

🧨FIREWORKS ARE DANGEROUS🧨

The only safe way to view fireworks is by attending public displays!

🚨CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RETIREMENT CHIEF BUBEL🚨

Chief Alan Bubel is retiring. Today, June 28, 2024, is his last day and his retirement is effective Saturday, June 29. Alan started his career with the Ridge Road Fire District as a Firefighter in June of 1992. During his time there he rose to the rank of Battalion Chief. In January of 2010, he left Ridge Road to become the first career Assistant Fire Chief with the Gates Fire District. In January of 2018, Alan was promoted to the position of Fire Chief.

Chief Bubel led our organization with a vision, respect, compassion, and integrity. As Chief, he worked to increase safety and training, moved our fire prevention program into Community Risk Reduction, and developed a Community-Driven Strategic Planning process for the District.

Chief Bubel has been integral in shaping the Gates Fire District into the organization that it is today. We all wish you a well-deserved and long retirement.

Thank you Chief!

We would like to congratulate Probationary Firefighter Stiles and Probationary Firefighter Trask on their graduation from the Monroe County Recruit Training Program!

L to R: Lt. James Yale, AC Tim Goole, Probationary FF Tyler Stiles, Probationary FF Kirby Trask Jr., Chief Alan Bubel, Lt. Sarah Yale.

🧨 BE SAFE WITH FIREWORKS🧨

Just sparklers alone account for 25% of emergent fire works injuries. If you decide to use fireworks, use them safely with others in mind.

🚨DOG RESCUE 🚨

At approximately 4pm this afternoon the Gates FD received a call for a dog down the embankment of the Erie Canal in the area of Midway Dr. Crews arrived within minutes and located the dog. A rope system was established, and a firefighter was sent over the edge into the Canal to rescue the dog. In approximately 20 minutes the firefighter was able to be lowered, rescue the dog, and returned to the canal path. No major injuries were reported, and the dog was reunited with its owner.

Once outside of the building, never go back in for ANYTHING including people, pets, and possessions. Keep yourself safe. Call 9-1-1 immediately once outside.

This weekend we had the honor of thanking a group of 4th Infantry Vietnam War Veterans. This group has been coming together once a year for the last 25 years, with plans on continuing the tradition for years to come. Thank you for your service and welcome home 🇺🇸

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values in the upper 90s on Monday and as high as 104 Tuesday through Thursday.

* WHERE...The Genesee Valley and northern Finger Lakes.

* WHEN...From noon Monday to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

🚒Community Engagement Award🚒

Roberts Wesleyan University is committed to preparing thoughtful, mature, service-oriented people who will help transform society. Students extend their influence through community partnerships. The Community Engagement Award supports Roberts Wesleyan’s partnership with the Gates Fire District and their goal of improving community relations. A one-time incentive award of $1,000.00, it is presented to a graduating senior of Gates Chili High School who plans to attend Roberts Wesleyan in the Fall and who has been selected by the Gates Fire District for his or her commitment to our community.

This year’s recipient is Sebastian Guerrero Pena. Sebastian came to the United States from the Dominican Republic. He was involved in missionary work in his native country and has served as the captain of both the boys’ varsity soccer team and the soccer club. A business major, Sebastian currently works part-time at the food court at RIT. Sebastian’s willingness to serve others and function in leadership positions exemplifies the Roberts Wesleyan student model and the community-minded nature of the American fire service. Roberts Wesleyan University and the Gates Fire District are honored to present the first-ever Community Engagement Award to a most-deserving student, Sebastian Guerrero Pena. Congratulations, Sebastian!

Gates Chili Central School District Roberts Wesleyan University

Engine 4522 staying hydrated in their first due on this hot spring day 🍋

Gates Town Historian Bill Gillette, and his latest town history driving tour, stopped by this morning to thank Chief Bubel for his years of service to the Gates community and to wish him well in his upcoming retirement.

🚨 PEDESTRIAN SAFETY TIPS 🚨

Be alert when crossing the street. Whenever possible, cross at a crosswalk or intersection.

Kids Fest at First Responders Park! Come check out all the free fun activities for the whole family! We’re here until 4pm!

🚘 WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT 🚘

Always wear your seatbelt and make sure children are properly secured in their seats before leaving your driveway!

Historical driving tour of Gates, NY! No better way to learn about the history of our community than from Gates Historian Bill Gillette! Sign up while spots are still available.

Observing a National Day of Remembrance on this 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Thank you to those who fought for our freedom.

Kids Fest is this Saturday! Come and enjoy some free family fun… and did we mention there will be FREE ice cream?!?!?! See you there!

Gates Recreation and Parks Department

🚨FIRST RESPONDERS SPOTLIGHT🚨

Commissioner James Werth was chosen for the Channel 8 “First Responders Spotlight”.

He joined the firefighting ranks with the Gates Chili Fire Department at 18, serving the Gates community for over 60 years. He has held ranks from Lieutenant all the way through Chief, and currently serving as Fire Commissioner.

For more of the story visit:

First Responders Spotlight: A life of service and sacrifice ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Our new First Responders Spotlight is the story of one man who’s spent his whole life serving and protecting others in his hometown. James Werth is one of the fire co…

🚙💥🚗 MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES 🚗💥🚙

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death by unintentional injury among US adolescents. Don’t be distracted while driving, travel safely!

💧WATER SAFETY TIPS💧

As the weather start to warm up, most of us are looking for places like pools and lakes to cool off and have fun. Always supervise children in and around water, including the bathtub!

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY 🇺🇸

Remember and honor all who have served and sacrificed for our freedom!

🧨MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SAFETY TIPS🧨

🔥FIRE🔥
-Never leave a grill unattended
-Have a fire extinguisher ready
-Clean off any excess grease
-Never play with fireworks

🚘TRAVEL🚘
-Don't drink and drive. Designate a sober driver.
-If you're taking a road trip, make sure your car is ready.
-Don't text and drive! Put a passenger in charge of your phone.
-Make sure everyone buckles up.

🧨Have fun!

TOWN OF GATES MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE INFO 🇺🇸

Celebrating and thanking our amazing EMS providers at Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., CHS Mobile Integrated Healthcare, and beyond this week! The Gates Fire District appreciates your dedicated service to our communities.

As their senior ball approaches tomorrow, Gates Chili high school seniors were reminded today of the results of making bad choices.