Lutcher Volunteer Fire Department

At 1742hrs LVFD was dispatched to resident smelling smoke in residence.  On arrival and investigation it was found the resident had turned on the heater and odor was dust on the heater element.  LVFD cleared scene at 1805hrs

At 1249hrs LVFD was dispatched to a fire alarm on Lionel Washington.  A deputy nearby arrived, found no fire, and cleared the scene.  LVFD cleared the call at 1302 hrs

At 2016hrs LVFD was dispatched to West Lebray for odor of smoke, and check for Carbon Monoxide.  On arrival homeowner said she smelled smoke from heater a few minutes ago and shut heater down, but heater had been operational prior without odor.  Check of heater showed dust buildup, advised homeowner to clear heater and a/c filters and if necessary call professional.  Also advised not to use heater until cleared due to fire risk with heater and dust buildup.  Since was electric heater, no CO was present.  Cleared at 2035hrs

At 1638 hrs, LVFD was dispatched to a fire alarm activated at the Career & Technology Center on Buddy Whitney street.  Once keyholder arrived and alarm was checked, system indicated trouble faults and alarm.  Alarm was reset and building was checked and no signs of fire was found.  Alarm determined to be system malfunction.  Cleared at 1700hrs.

At 1847hrs LVFD was dispatched to a possible vehicle fire on Lionel Washington Ave.  On arrival, vehicle had crashed into garage and vehicle was not on fire or leaking fluids.  Acadian Ambulance checked out the subject.  LVFD cleared scene at 1916hrs

At 1637hrs LVFD was dispatched to N. Courseault for a possible structure fire.  On arrival cause was determined to be a cooking fire confined to container that was already extinguished.  LVFD ventilated smoke from residence and ensured no fire danger remained.  Cleared scene at 1659hrs