Lakeland firefighters help land helicopter in school soccer field, respond to moose collision 

Fire fighters still made time for training after responding to two other calls. (Image Credit: Facebook/Lakeland & District Fire Dept.)

By Susan McNeil

Busy 24 hours

Jun 13, 2026 | 10:49 AM

It was an eventful 24 hours for members of the Lakeland & District Fire Department, who first helped the STARS helicopter land in the soccer field at Christopher Lake Public School and later responded to two vehicles that hit the same moose. 

According to the department’s social media posts, firefighters were called at 12:55 a.m. on June 12 to help the STARS helicopter land in the Village of Christopher Lake following a last-minute flight diversion. 

The helicopter had to circle above while firefighters ensured the landing zone was safe. 

“Once crews verified there were no hazards in the landing zone, STARS was guided to the ground on the soccer field at Christopher Lake Public School,” the department said.