All Blog Posts Tagged 'Fire' (102)

Pink Ribbon Tour

Pink Ribbon Tour A Pink Fire Engine pulled into Reading on September 24, 2008. With its lights and siren blaring, the truck was escorted through the City streets by Car 22 and Engine 9, the Pumper Truck arrived at Reading City Hall shortly before 10:00. The engine was adorned with a custom paint job of little Pink ribbons and towed a trailer with a large Pink Ribbon mounted on it. Inside were four firefighters from the Glendale, AZ Fire Department, IAFF Local 493.

All the Pink ribbons made…

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Added by l1tilr on October 24, 2008 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Thoughts from the Land of Ike

What a time we've had here in Southeast Texas the last couple of weeks. Ahead of Hurricane Ike over 2 million people evacuated. After Ike over 2 Million were without power. In fact as of this morning almost 3 weeks later about 35,000 customers are still without electric power. According to a figure I saw the other day about 400 people are still unaccounted for.

I have also observed several things to take note of for the future as my community and I have gone through… Continue

Added by Chaplain Robert A Crutchfield on October 1, 2008 at 1:27pm — 2 Comments

funeral info for firefighter George J. Baranieck you will be misst by all

George J. Baraniecki, 64, of Terryville, husband of Frances (Orsini) Baraniecki died Sunday at the Bristol Hospital.

George was born April 8, 1944 in Chirnside, Scotland, son of the late Joseph A. & Emilia (Zielinski) Baraniecki. He immigrated to Canada and was raised in Weston, Ontario, Canada. He attended St. Michaels College in Toronto, and also Southern Connecticut State College where he received his B.S. in education, and received his Masters of Education degree from the… Continue

Added by Brad Duncan on September 25, 2008 at 4:12pm — No Comments

Jefferson County Fire School 2008, Louisville KY

Jefferson County Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 3972, is hosting a hospitality suite at the 2008 Jefferson County Fire School in Louisville, Kentucky.

I would like to personally invite any of the members of FirefighterNation who are from Kentucky or Southern Indiana, and who are planning on attending the Fire School, to stop by and see us.

It will be on Friday night, September 26th from 1800 - 2100. Beer, Soda and Snacks will be provided. The location is at the… Continue

Added by Engine 32 Capt. on September 22, 2008 at 10:28pm — No Comments

we sadly regret the passing of RETIRED ACTING PLATOON CHIEF, FORMER TORONTO Fire Dept

GORDON CONNOR
RETIRED ACTING PLATOON CHIEF, FORMER TORONTO

Started job on November 1955
Retired in 1988
Son is Scott Connor on A Shift.

Further details will be posted when available

Added by Brad Duncan on September 7, 2008 at 11:38am — No Comments

BFD Admin proposes "30 day removal from overtime for sick leave abusers!"

Here's the link to the Citistats meeting in Buffalo's City Hall --- Click on this link and listen to the BFD Commish and the Mayors Staff -: http://www.ci.buffalo.ny.us/Home/Lea...Buffalo_Videos"

It seems , once again the BFD line Firefighter will take one on the chin for "The Brotherhood!"

Recently the New BFD Admin proposed a "Thirty day block" on the Firefighters deemed by Admin as "Sick Time Abusers" - this would remove a Firefighters name from the call in… Continue

Added by Rick on August 31, 2008 at 1:30pm — 4 Comments

Buffalo Fire Department - over time - whats the cause - who's getting sick of what ?

Is overtime in the Buffalo Fire Department is out of control? Many fear it could hamper FF's ability to negotiate a new contract. Some Union Officials blame it on manpower, some feel sick time abuse may be partly to blame. Whatever the cause or causes - some changes must occur as taxpayers are growing tired of increased taxes.

Buffalo City Officials say:

Fire overtime in the first pay period of the new fiscal year hit its highest level since Byron W. Brown became…

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Added by Rick on August 12, 2008 at 1:00am — 7 Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

For those of you that have kept up with my column, many of you know about the anxiety I've felt trying to manage going to the Fire Academy full-time with the antics of my teenagers, the horrible real estate market, and trying to do it all like many business women my age.

Today I did something I was really nervous about. It may seem soooo simple to some, but today I rode a motorcycle. Just like flying, I was nervous about this. Being uncoordinated, and hating rides and motion, I was afraid… Continue

Added by Denise Imperiale on August 9, 2008 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment

The inside out or is it the outside in?

Having been a Fire Chaplain for over 25 years has made me love fire service so much more than I did when I got started. Starting out at a volunteer/partially paid department and learning on the job really did a number on my initial confidence. that I kept asking myself " why do these guys spend double or triple what they make to be on call for extreme times and have to work a job with this commitment to even be here?"

It all started when I was a new mission pastor in town and was… Continue

Added by David Ebel on August 9, 2008 at 3:38am — 2 Comments

Whats in your "Contract?"

Does your Union Rep , Company Officer or you truly know the “Written Content” of your “Rights, Benefits and Procedures” as related to your “Employment Agreement?” Would you stake your future on it?

All too often we guess - some times we hear “Fire House” table talk. Some people seem to sound vary sure when they tell their versions or interpretations! Yes, we have classes on “Fire ground Tactics” - “Standard Operational Procedures” - “Fire House Etiquette” - and so… Continue

Added by Rick on July 28, 2008 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Travel

I will be in Emmitsburg on the 25th.. National Fire Academy... If ne one else is going let me know. Buy ya a beer.

Added by Andrew M.D. on July 20, 2008 at 9:13pm — No Comments

Fallen Firefighter Remembered

BALTIMORE (WJZ) ― A young firefighter was killed in Baltimore in a raging fire as a granite wall collapsed. It happened 13 years ago, but he was solemnly remembered Wednesday night.

Suzanne Collins has more on the dedication to firefighter Eric Schaefer.

The fire at Clipper Mill is one few will forget. But the city remembers the huge catastrophe that resulted from it and dedicated efforts of one young firefighter who died that night.

Flames shot into the sky… Continue

Added by Ida on July 19, 2008 at 11:00am — No Comments

CAST YOUR EYES ON INDIAN FIRE INDUSTRY....

Dear All,

Greetings from Fire Club!!!

We have started a Trade Networking site for the entire Fire Industry called Fire Club and we would like to invite you to join this Club where you can share new ideas, strategies etc. to face the Fire Disaster.

Learn, Discover & Meet to grow your business better only at Fire Club.

So please network, load a blogs, videos, photos, descriptions and start a forum… Continue

Added by Vivek Gupta on July 2, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

Yesterday I saw a film produced by the National Fire Academy on fire safety for firefighters. We were told if it made us uncomfortable we could leave the room. However, no one did.

I thought of the calls and drills I've been on during the last seven months and how my captain and assistant captain go over safety with us all the time. "Put your goggles down," or "Wear your gloves!" are things I will now never ever forget. I even appreciate how I used the belt on a ladder drill. And I'm… Continue

Added by Denise Imperiale on June 25, 2008 at 4:11pm — 2 Comments

Buffalo New York Fire Department - "Pseudo Military?" - I dont think so !

When and where does the "Chain of Command" start and end ? Is it actually adhered to ?

This subject has plagued Fire Departments for years.

Some try to argue a Fire Department is a "Pseudo Military Organization." Given that reasoning , heres a definition :

(quote from Wikipedia) In a military context, the chain of command is the line of authority and responsibility along which orders are passed within a military unit and between different… Continue

Added by Rick on June 24, 2008 at 2:11pm — 2 Comments

The call came on a Sunday night.........

Got a call from the chief on Sunday the 15th,wanting to know if I wanted to go to the widfire in the northern part of the state.I said yes,and we would be on our way in the morning.The rest of the night was spent trying to get stuff ready to go.Left the station in the new brush truck......after a wrong turn(chief was driving.......laffin) we got Matamaskeet base camp and check in.....and spent the rest of the day settling and waiting.They had a group there that provided us with everything we… Continue

Added by CHRIS PUYLARA on June 24, 2008 at 1:00pm — No Comments

The Many Flavors of Stress

While understanding where stress comes from will not of itself lead to recovery it will help place you on that path. I want to begin by looking at the types of stress as falling into four broad categories.

1) PHYSICAL STRESS- Physical stress results of course from physical factors affecting your body. Extreme heat, dehydration, having to run or climb are common examples. Also included would be any injuries or illnesses you might be recovering from. Obviously you likely will… Continue

Added by Chaplain Robert A Crutchfield on June 19, 2008 at 12:36pm — No Comments

Politics and Union Fire Fighters - oil and water !

Are your rights under your Union contract "Enforcible" ?

Will you recieve the full support of your Union Reps if : Your a Sportsmen or gun owner ?

What if you are from one Political Party and the Admin personel are from another ?

Do you actually have "Freedom of Speach" at work ?

Would you be willing to bet your carreer on it ?

Would you be willing to stake your retirement benefits and healthcare on it ?

Do your own home… Continue

Added by Rick on June 9, 2008 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

Firefighters honor 4yr. old boy

Firefighters honor Burlington City boy for quick response

By LAURI SHEIBLEY

Burlington County Times

BURLINGTON CITY — Four-year-old Athan Rhoads was in the kitchen of his Burlington City home last month when his younger brother reached up and turned the knobs on a gas stove.

The burner turned on and ignited a pile of dish towels. Athan saw the fire and immediately told his parents.

“He knew it was hot,” said Athan's father, Robert. “He said it… Continue

Added by Felonee Ketchum on April 16, 2008 at 10:07pm — 3 Comments

Fighting fires with Cop's? Is it safe?

Okay, First I want to say I like cops. I need them at every Haz Mat I go on! (LOL) Anyway, my town has decided to go from a Fire/Rescue Department to a "Public Safety" department. This means the small town cops will be trained as firefighters and respond to firecalls when they are on shift. We will also have the Police Cheif over the Fire side of things. I have worked with some of the cops that are/were firefighters in the past, they are okay. BUT!!!! What if he forgets to put his gun away… Continue

Added by Matthew Cosgrove on April 7, 2008 at 2:09pm — 11 Comments