Melissa Henry

Female

Salisbury, MD

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter / EMT-Basic
Years in Fire/EMS:
1
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Fruitland Volunteer Fire Company
Years With Department/Agency
1
Dept. Web Site:
http://Fruitlandfire.com
My Training:
Fire Fighter 1, Haz-mat Ops, Rescue Tech, Currently in EMT-B.
About Me:
I've worked in Public Safety since I was 19. Started at a Police Dept. and played on the Blue team for about 5 years. Then I joined the Navy. Once the Navy was finished with me I didnt adjust well to being just a regular schmuk so I took my friend's advice and joined a FD. I love it. It come naturally to me and I plan on turning it into a career. I love the High Angle and Rescue side of things...not going to be one to go for the hose unless I'm told to. Being in the FD takes care of my adrenaline need since my "Normal" job is a bit dull. Anything else you want to know just ask me, I'm pretty easy going.
Day Job:
Hart to Heart Ambulance Service
Relationship Status:
Single
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I became a FF after I got out of the Navy. Needed something active and challenging to do with my spare time. I fell in love with it and am in the the process of going Career.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
The adrenaline...sorry sounds selfish but its true

Comment Wall:

  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Melissa, Welcome to the FF Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Takes a bit to kinda figure it all out but you will be glad you did. Have fun and look around.


    Chief William Sharp
    Southern Oregon Coast

    Aug 9, 2009

  • Sean Marshall

    Hey Melissa! Welcome to FFN from up north! Hope all is well! Take care and stay safe!

    Aug 11, 2009

  • Joe

    Thanks for the add

    Aug 11, 2009

  • John Rulli Jr.

    Melissa thanks for the add!!!!

    Aug 13, 2009

  • Mark "Mo" Oddsen

    Thanks for serving in the military and thanks for your continuing to serve.
    We all have a need for that adrenaline rush (at least I think so). I can't respond anymore and that's a hard adjustment. My son (also a paramedic/firefighter) and his wife (paramedic/firefighter) presented me with a grandson over the week-end. Now I really feel old. Enjoy it while you can!

    Aug 17, 2009

  • Rick K.

    Thanks Melissa !!And welcome to FFN

    Aug 25, 2009

  • Paul Dudan

    im an adrenaline junkie too.good luck going towards a career in the fire service.stay safe

    Aug 27, 2009

  • Dustin J. Millis

    "The adrenaline...sorry sounds selfish but its true"

    If I only responded to calls on days I was really in it to help people... I wouldnt be responding much lol. Sure I like helping others but this job is all adrenaline for me! Anybody that tells you too much different is lying. TCSS

    Aug 28, 2009

  • Loyd Dittfurth

    i hear maryland is like the worst state to qualify for fire depts in

    Sep 2, 2009

  • Loyd Dittfurth

    oh and my reason for this career is not adrenaline its geting as close to god as i can and then walk away

    Sep 2, 2009