Lincoln Fire Company Station 16

11/02/2026

Last week during our monthly joint training with Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company a visitor stopped by to take some photos.

10/30/2026

Thank you to JBT Bank for their support!

During the month of October, JBT is celebrating the volunteer fire departments and the men and women who serve as volunteer firefighters in our communities.

Their dedication and willingness to respond and answer the call at any time during the day or night, regardless of what is happening in their own lives, is a testament to how unique and selfless they are.

Today, JBT says “Thank You!” to Lincoln Fire Co.

Member FDIC

10/22/2026

Yesterday 51 home school students and their parents attended a fire prevention session hosted at our station. Ephrata Community Ambulance Association also was in attendance.

10/21/2026

10/21/2026

Your Lincoln Volunteers are on the "Blue Floor" at Pierce Mfg for the last day of our final inspection. This morning our crew will meet with the engineers and design team to go over our findings before heading back to Ephrata later this morning.

10/19/2026

🚨 **NEW APPARATUS ALERT!** 🚨

Well, folks… Squrt 16 is one step closer to coming home! 🚒🔥

We’re excited to introduce the newest addition to the Lincoln Fire Company fleet: our brand-new **Snozzle fire truck, officially designated Squrt 16!** And no, that’s not a typo. It’s *Squrt*, not Sq**rt! 😉

Six members of our apparatus committee made the trip to Appleton, Wisconsin, yesterday and arrived on the famous "Blue Floor" at Pierce Manufacturing this morning for the truck’s final inspection.

Now comes the fun part! Our crew will be spending the next several days crawling around, climbing on, opening up, and inspecting just about every inch of this new rig. We’ll be putting it through its paces to make sure everything works the way it should before it makes the trip back to Ephrata.

If we find anything that needs attention, Pierce will make the necessary adjustments before delivery. After all, when you’re investing in a new fire truck, "close enough" just doesn’t cut it! 😎

Stay tuned! We’ll be sharing more updates and pictures from Wisconsin as we get closer to bringing Squrt 16 home. We can’t wait for you to meet our newest piece of firefighting equipment!

The countdown to Squrt 16’s arrival is officially on! 🚒💨

10/16/2026

This afternoon Station 16 along with mutual aid were dispatched to Enterprise Rd. in Clay Township at Superior Truss for a building. Deputy 16 arrived with light smoke showing on the delta side and fire contained in the grinder collection unit. Due to smart actions of employees waiting to open up the unit until a water source arrived damage was held to a minimal. Squrt 16 arrived first, laying supply line and pulling one handline. Mutual aid assisted with overhaul. Firefighters worked hand in hand with employees who knew their equipment to keep damage to a minimum and other parts of business continued to operate during the incident. Thanks again to all mutual aid departments.

Durlach/Mt. Airy Fire Company
Brunnerville Fire Company
Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company
Brickerville Volunteer Fire Company
Lititz Fire Company No. 1
Schoeneck Fire Company
Denver Fire Company Station 13
Cocalico Area Fire Department
Stevens Fire Company
Ephrata Community Ambulance Association

10/15/2026

Today Station 16 along with mutual aid departments were dispatched to E. Woodcorner Rd. in Clay Twp. Deputy 16 arrived confirming a working fire. Squrt 16 was first arriving and pulled in the driveway deploying several landlines. Mutual aid arrived and assisted with extinguishmemt, water supply, and overhaul. Thanks to Rescue 28 Penryn for covering our station.

Durlach/Mt. Airy Fire Company
Schoeneck Fire Company
Brickerville Fire Co.
Brunnerville Fire Company
Lititz Fire Company No. 1
Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company
Penryn Fire Company No. 1
Stevens Fire Company
Denver Fire Company Station 13
Reinholds Fire Company Station 18
Ephrata Community Ambulance Association
Reinholds Community Ambulance

Picture credits to Fannie Glick and Lincoln Fire.

10/14/2026

🚒 What is a Squrt, and why do we have one?

These are questions we’ve been getting frequently, so let’s clear things up!

First, it’s Squrt (without the “i”). And no, it’s not a typo! A Squrt is a specialized fire apparatus that combines a traditional pumper with an articulating, telescoping water boom. Squrt is a brand name associated with certain fire apparatus manufacturers.

Our new apparatus is technically a Snozzle, a similar device manufactured by Pierce, part of the Oshkosh Corporation family. While the name may be different, the concept and operational advantages are much the same.

🚒 What makes it special?

Our Snozzle is mounted in the center of the truck, with the boom extending toward the front. In addition to delivering large volumes of water, it features a piercing nozzle and a heat-detecting camera.

The boom provides:

50 feet of vertical reach
35 feet of horizontal reach
The ability to position the nozzle above, below, and around obstacles to deliver water where it’s needed most.

Unlike traditional aerial apparatus, the Snozzle does not have a bucket or platform and cannot carry personnel aloft. It is designed specifically for master-stream water delivery, giving firefighters another tool to tackle challenging fire conditions.

💪 Why does Lincoln Fire Company have one?

The Company purchased its current Squrt in 1992. Over the decades, we’ve learned just how valuable this type of apparatus can be. Here are three major advantages:

1️⃣ Operational versatility

The articulating boom allows us to maneuver up, around, and even under obstacles such as power lines. It can also be positioned at or below ground level, providing options that many traditional aerial devices cannot offer.

2️⃣ Maneuverability

Size matters! A relatively compact wheelbase allows us to navigate narrow streets, alleys, and other tight spaces where larger aerial apparatus may struggle to operate. That’s a significant advantage in a community with a mix of older buildings and confined access points.

3️⃣ Cost-effectiveness

Let’s face it: no fire truck is cheap! However, these specialized units generally have lower acquisition and maintenance costs than full-size aerial apparatus. That allows us to add valuable elevated water-delivery capabilities without the expense of a traditional aerial truck.

🔥 What's next for Squrt 16?

In December 2022, following a year of research and planning, Lincoln Fire Company made the decision to purchase a replacement apparatus. Our goal was to retain the capabilities that have served the Ephrata community so well while ensuring those capabilities remain available for years to come.

Although our new truck is technically a Snozzle, it will carry the designation Squrt 16, in accordance with Lancaster County's apparatus designation policy.

Different name. Modern technology. Same mission. 🚒

Squrt 16 has been serving our community since 1992, and we're looking forward to continuing that tradition with its replacement!

10/14/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and your team at the fire company stands proudly alongside the survivors, fighters, and families in our community.

As first responders, we answer the call to protect our neighbors every day—but we know that some of the fiercest battles are fought quietly in living rooms, hospital wards, and doctor's offices.

Breast cancer survivors represent the true definition of courage, resilience, and strength right here in our town.