I have been involved with emergency services for about 15 years. I started as an EMT for a private ambulance(Brewster) in Boston, I was also a member of the Cambridge Ma. FD Auxiliary for 12 years starting in 1990-2002, I left at the rank of Lieutenant. I was also a PT dispatcher for the Town of Norwood Ma. Fire Dept. I currently am a Fire Alarm Operator. for the City of Somerville Ma. FD, I have been in my current position for 5 years, and Love every minute of it. I am also a member of the Worcester Fire Brigade Bagpipe Band, as well as the Aleppo Shriners Fire Brigade. My Wife is a Dispatcher-EMT for a Private EMS Company, and our Son is serving in the US Army.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Because of my Dad, Retired Firefighter City of Boston, with the following assignments: Engine 51(Brighton), Ladder 25(West Roxbury), Aide to District 10(West Roxbury/Roslindale), Engine 55(West Roxbury-HydePark), Ladder 15(Back Bay), Tower Company(Downtown), Rescue 1(Downtown). He served the City of Boston for 32 years, and he enjoyed every minute of it. He's a good father and a good friend.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Hearing a Federal Q @ 2AM
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Never Forget: The Chicago 21, Philadelphia 13, Brockton 13, Vendome 9, Worcester 6, FDNY 343, Charleston 9
Was born in Somerville and lived in Cambridge before headed out of New England only to end up back there in Keene, New Hampshire before moving to Illinois..I miss Boston. I would love to come out there and ride with you guys sometime..perfect excuse to come back home..be safe...Barb
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