Lake levels have receded some overnight allowing Isaac Waltons Park and Glenn Collins Park to be reopened along with boat ramp on Lake #2. Lake #1 boat ramps and docks still remain closed due to high water at the ramps and water over the walkways. More rain is expected to come in late morning into the afternoon. Staff will be monitoring the lake in the event we need to reclose some areas. <br>
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Monday, May 25, 2015
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Shawnee Fire Dept Update 5/24/2015
Interim Fire Chief Dru Tischer reports the following from yesterdays event:
Shawnee Fire Department was dispatched to 21 water rescues starting around 8pm Saturday 5/23/2015 and pulled countless people from stranded vehicles. All rescued citizens were either delivered to their residences or taken to local hotels at their request.
They launched their rescue boats with members trained in swift water rescue at Garrets lake Rd and rescued four individuals form being swept down river. The inflatable boat did receive some damage during this rescue and staff used the aluminum boat to retrieve it as well as rescue staff and citizens.
Chief Tischer does want to acknowledge the tremendous help provide by the Del City Fire Department as they sent their rescue boats to assist at N Kickapoo and Westech while Shawnee boats were busy at other locations. Del City agreed to stay overnight at Station #3 in case any more assistance was needed.
Two minor injuries were reported of Shawnee Firemen but nothing serious. Chief Tischer says recently held additionaly training and equipment really paid off during this event.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the City of Claremore Oklahoma in regard to their loss of Fireman Jason Farley during a water rescue.
Various other City of Shawnee departments were busy as well with Police, Streets, Safety and others assisting in many different aspects of the evening. Thanks to all those employees and their efforts during these times.
Please stay alert, stay safe and stay out of rising water.
Shawnee Fire Department was dispatched to 21 water rescues starting around 8pm Saturday 5/23/2015 and pulled countless people from stranded vehicles. All rescued citizens were either delivered to their residences or taken to local hotels at their request.
They launched their rescue boats with members trained in swift water rescue at Garrets lake Rd and rescued four individuals form being swept down river. The inflatable boat did receive some damage during this rescue and staff used the aluminum boat to retrieve it as well as rescue staff and citizens.
Chief Tischer does want to acknowledge the tremendous help provide by the Del City Fire Department as they sent their rescue boats to assist at N Kickapoo and Westech while Shawnee boats were busy at other locations. Del City agreed to stay overnight at Station #3 in case any more assistance was needed.
Two minor injuries were reported of Shawnee Firemen but nothing serious. Chief Tischer says recently held additionaly training and equipment really paid off during this event.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the City of Claremore Oklahoma in regard to their loss of Fireman Jason Farley during a water rescue.
Various other City of Shawnee departments were busy as well with Police, Streets, Safety and others assisting in many different aspects of the evening. Thanks to all those employees and their efforts during these times.
Please stay alert, stay safe and stay out of rising water.
Shawnee Lake Closed
The Shawnee twin Lakes are closed due to high water levels at the boat ramps and in park areas. High water at the boat ramps are preventing safe loading and unloading of boats, Walkways to the boat docks and fishing dock are under water. High lake levels have reached into park recreation areas flooding picnic tables. With more rain expected, we anticipate that the areas will be closed for some time. As water recedes, staff will evaluate conditions and open areas back up when it is safe to do so. For more information on the closing you can call (405) 878-1529 Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Friday, May 22, 2015
Offices Closed Monday 05/25/2015 for Memorial Day
City of Shawnee offices will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, 05/25/2015. City staff salutes all those that have died for our freedom of this great country!
For more about Memorial Day, check out the Wiki at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memorial_Day
For more about Memorial Day, check out the Wiki at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memorial_Day
SHS Graduation Replay Schedule
The Shawnee High School 2015 Graduation ceremonies will replay on local Ch3 and streaming at http://www.ShawneeOK.org/LIVE on Saturday and Sunday, 05/23-05/24 at 12am, 4am, 8am, 12noon, 4pm, and 7pm and 9pm.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Shawnee Splash
Due to recent weather, Shawnee Splash's May 23rd Grand Opening has been postponed. Please watch for additional information on this page or the newspaper. We thank you for your patience!<br>
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Splash Season Passes are now available for purchase! You can come by the Fairview Cemetery office between 8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm to purchase your pass today! Go to www.shawneeok.org/splash or www.facebook.com/shawneesplash or call 405-878-1529 for pass pricing and further information.
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Splash Season Passes are now available for purchase! You can come by the Fairview Cemetery office between 8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm to purchase your pass today! Go to www.shawneeok.org/splash or www.facebook.com/shawneesplash or call 405-878-1529 for pass pricing and further information.
Friday, May 8, 2015
Shawnee Splash Promotion
Shawnee Splash Promotion: Parents, as the school year ends and children are studying, we would like to reward their hard work! Education is important, and hard work pays off! On May 26th, 27th, and 28th, between 9am-11am, kids (grades PreK-12) can bring their report card to Shawnee Splash Park office and they will receive a free single day pass. Passes are only redeemable for 2015 season. Good luck kiddos! Go to the Shawnee Splash Facebook Page for more information! <br>
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