I had been signed up for a new fire company in the town I lived in (Venice Center, NY) as a charter member. I was 18 at the time and thought it would be fun to do. I was sent by the department to represent them at the county level (EMS Council) and went on to be the First County EMS Coordinator. That was a blast!
I guess I just enjoy serving the community, as a fire chief, EMT Critical Care Tech., Fire Investigator, and many other hats over the years. I think my only regret is, I spent way more time serving the community than time with my kids, So some advice to you younger folks, Your Family comes FIRST!!!!
Why I Love Fire/EMS
SELF SATISFACTION, THAT I HELPED MY NEIGHBOR FOR NOTHING IN RETURN
Top Issues Facing Responders:
The training requirments on the volunteers is taking most of thier time away from families, Just to do the most dangerous job in the world for free. The small town like the one I live in has 900 residents. No one wants to volunteer thier time anymore.
Hey Tim... yea I finally moved... I've been in Myrtle Beach since Sept.... started and finished recruit school and I'm now going through my mentor period.... I graduate Jan 16th
Matt Murray
Jul 8, 2008
Dave, NB 9
Sep 9, 2008
James McKeefery
Dec 30, 2008