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My Training:: State Of Illinois Firefighter III
Fire Officer I
Instructor II
Certified Fire Investigator
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Hazardous Material Technician
Juvenile Firesetter Intervention Specialist
EMT-Paramedic

Why I Joined Fire/EMS: I started as a 15 year-old cadet. My dad was a former Asst. Chief and a paramedic. Huge influence on me.

Why I Love Fire/EMS: I have been doing it since freshman year of high school. Still a great job....Just not as much fun anymore.

Top Issues Facing Responders:: Manning.Politicians who talk out of both sides of their mouths. The myth that the number of fires is decreasing across the nation.

At 3:56pm on September 24, 2010, Nyssa Aker said…: Hey what you up to? There needs to be a "Hi" button here. lol :)

At 8:52am on August 25, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Hey Mike! Had a great time in Chicago. Your suggestions were great! I did go to Engine 98's house and one over on Wells Street (*I think that was the street) I didn't make it to Chinatown but did make it to Millennium Park, Lincoln Park, the Water Tower and Grant Park. Plus I walked all over downtown. It looks as though I will be going back again next year. Thanks again Mike.

At 3:56pm on August 16, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Thanks Mike! You have been very helpful! I will let you know how it goes. Be safe brother!

At 2:38pm on August 15, 2008, Mike Kilburg said…: Rachel, Engine 98 is at 202 E. Chicago Ave. Right off of Michigan Avenue near the Hancock building. It is a beautiful old firehouse. Engine 13 is at 259 N. Columbus. The Dive Unit is also there. The places I could send you are in shitty neighborhoods so that probably wouldnt work. If you take the Red Line El south to Cermak you can visit Chinatown. Engine 8 is there and they have cool shirts. If you take the Red Line north to Addison you can check out Wrigleyville/Boystown. Lots to see and do in Chicago. You need to check out Millenium Park. Have fun!

At 7:45am on August 14, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Yup, downtown. Yeah I don't want to spend too much time at fire houses ether. But I do want to hit one. I'm without a car. Thought about renting one and in fact I reserved one, but then I canceled it when I saw that no matter where I went in the city I would be paying for parking. TOO EXPENSIVE and I wouldn't get reimbursed from my job. So what do you suggest for me to see/do? I have no issues walking, the el, bus, but want to limit cabs if I can. Thank you soooo much for any info and help.

At 8:00am on August 13, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Hey Mike. Leaving Sunday for Chicago. You said you had some good spots to visit?

At 4:23pm on August 7, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Hey Mike, I will be there 8/17--8/23. Any info you can give me would be great! Thanks Mike!

At 4:04pm on August 6, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Well thanks anyway Mike.

At 10:55am on August 6, 2008, Rachel T. Corey said…: Hey Mike. Checked out my page huh? ;) That's cool.
Just wanted to say hi. I have spoken with Keith about me coming to Chicago next week on business. I wanted to see some of your houses. (well at least one) Keith said the North side? And to introduce myself right away.
Any particular house better than another?
Anyway be safe out there!