The night of April 14, 2018, BCFD was dispatched priority 1 assist to SMCAS Ambulance. Upon arrival crews found a male patient in the upstairs of the residence. The patient was one of our own. Firefighter John Rydwelski, suffered 2 separate strokes. He was transported to SB Memorial in critical condition. Over the past several weeks, he had been through extensive surgery and rehab. At this point in time he has progress tremendously. Family, BCFD, and surrounding fire depts have gathered and decided to host a benefit dinner to help family off set the cost to medical bills. John Rydwelski has served the residents of Buchanan and surrounding areas since 1989. Please show support for our brother. Details are on our Facebook Page @ Buchanan City Fire Department