Recently got to go on a mva with the fire department. What a rush! I was apparently quite nervous when the call came out. I did not make the first out squad but did get to go with the Tanker. The firefighter who I went out to the scene with was nothing short of amazing.



I say that because he knew I was nervous. I was already on station when he walked into the station. I was back at the lockers donning my turnout gear when Dave came in and said Let's Roll! I grabbed everything i could… Continue

It is official!! I just got voted on as a probationary firefighter on Attica Fire Department. Woo hoo!

I did find out on the 23rd of December that I passed the mandatory firefighter class. Glad that is over, now just have to get the HazMat out of the way and resume training at the department.

As I have been going through the class, I realize one thing. I have been in this business for 18 years and I feel I taken the firefighter for granted. I am embarassed to say that but feel I have. The SCBA aspect of the job was very difficult for me. I did not realize I have a mild form of clostrophobia. I will admit it was very scary at first but did manage to make it through the practice practicals.



The thing I need to say about the firefighter itself. It takes a very special person… Continue

I just recently started the mandatory firefighter class in hopes to become a member of the Attica Fire Department. I understand it can be somewhat intense but I am looking forward to the challenge. The group that makes up the Attica Fire Department are a great bunch of guys who I would have no problem trusting my life to. I just want to return the favor. Wish me luck!!