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FD Involved MVA

Rescue 11 was involved in a mva this afternoon in front of their quarters on North Chestnut St. There were no injuries and only minor damage to the Rescue and the vehicle. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Added by Davin Eshelman on January 28, 2010 at 4:07pm — 2 Comments

structure fire in bethany new york

my name is brian breemes i am wih the stafford fire dept in ny tues jan 26th at 900 hrs a second alarm or a structure fire fully engulfed 9 fire depts responded including mine with our engine being 2nd on scene upon arrival we saw smoke and flames from 1 mile away when we approached the structure we found heavy smoke and fire from the back of the house we did an aggressive interior attack when the 2nd attack crew went to the second floor they found the stairs had collapsed as my self and chris… Continue

Added by brian breemes on January 28, 2010 at 3:56pm — No Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter...January 28, 2010

My days have been spent lately packing up my home, taking care of my kids' needs, and looking for a job. I wish I had more time to look for a job. I went to a seminar at the Career Center Tuesday at NJ Employment and the instructor told us a whopping fact - actually two facts:

1-Most employers look through thousands of resumes; and

2-Many more employers are submitting positions to NJ Employment to save on a recruiting… Continue

Added by Denise Imperiale on January 28, 2010 at 2:09pm — No Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter...January 28, 2010

I heard some sad news yesterday. There was a house fire in a neighboring town and a resident died and two firefighters were hurt. A few of us were talking about it later that day and someone said something I didn't know. Keep something in your wallet that if you are hurt you want to go to a particular hospital. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and firefighters.

Added by Denise Imperiale on January 28, 2010 at 2:02pm — No Comments

Despite campaign, lack of smoke alarms continues to contribute to fatalities

Last year, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) launched the "Install. Inspect. Protect" campaign, which helps firefighters and prevention personnel emphasize to residents the importance of having a working smoke detector in their homes.

This week, the USFA noted that since the campaign launched in October, there have been at least 20 fatal home fires where smoke detectors weren't present or weren't working.… Continue

Added by Shannon Pieper, FireRescue Magazine on January 28, 2010 at 12:46pm — No Comments

First Family: FDNY promotes father & son in the same ceremony

By Jane Jerrard

Photos Courtesy FDNY

Like all large metropolitan fire departments, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) has its share of career families—sons and daughters following their fathers into the department, brothers and cousins serving together, etc. But even so, Dec. 30, 2009, marked a first in the FDNY’s 145-year-history when it promoted a father and son on the same day, in the same class of 23 officers.…

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Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 28, 2010 at 12:00pm — 1 Comment

Oregon Firefighters Face Unusual Confined-Space Rescue

RESCUE REPORT

By Tom Vines

Photos Courtesy Forest Grove Fire & Rescue

On Dec. 12, Oregon Firefighters were called to a confined-space rescue in an unexpected area: the forest backcountry.

At 1109 HRS, the Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency (WCCA) received a 911 call reporting that two men were stuck in a drain pipe in a remote area of the county—a site on private forest land approximately 15 miles northwest of Forest Grove,… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 28, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

Communications Drill in mold infested building 1-27-2010

Today the city of Mobile fire rescue training instructors conducted a communication drill at a downtown building that has been closed for a period of time. This building was once called city hall north and was occupied by city employees until employees were moved to a new building located on Government Street. The City had a similar problem with the old City court house building located on the corner of Government Street and Royal Street. This court house building was closed down around the… Continue

Added by Darrell Wayne Farmer on January 27, 2010 at 11:51pm — No Comments

Mold still a problem at Mobile fire stations

Mold in local fire stations in Mobile Alabama is still a problem. The following URL is another article about mold in Mobile fire stations. http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-29309-Mobile-Firehouse-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Mold-at-local-fire-stations-put-fire-fighters-health-at-risk Mold has been an issue in the city of Mobile fire stations for a… Continue

Added by Darrell Wayne Farmer on January 27, 2010 at 11:30pm — 1 Comment

Hoops for HOPE Seeks Cure for Colorectal Cancer

A battalion chief in Ontario, Calif., is fighting for his life in the battle against colorectal cancer, and he’s doing something to help make a difference for everyone fighting the disease.

Richard “Chip” Smith, a battalion chief with the Ontario (Calif.) Fire Department, met David Smith, the head boys basketball coach and teacher at Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., in the spring of 2009, after both men were diagnosed with stage 4 metastasis cancer. They… Continue

Added by Janelle Foskett, FireRescue on January 27, 2010 at 7:00pm — 1 Comment

Communications Shot in the Foot

Lessons learned from an incident during which no one could get a handle on command & communication

Story by Bob Kolva

Photo iStock

Have you ever been on a call where communications started off on the wrong foot, and you never stopped stepping into snares of confusion until you were safe at home with your feet propped up? In order to save you from making the same mistakes we did, as you read this article, make note of the command and communication… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 27, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Magnum Donates Shoes & Boots to Haiti

Following the destructive earthquake in Haiti, many companies serving the fire, EMS and law enforcement communities are playing a crucial part in rescue efforts. Over the next few weeks, FireRescue will highlight those companies that are having a direct impact on relief efforts.

Following is one example of a company striving to make a difference in this devastated nation.

Following the devastating 7.0 earthquake in Haiti earlier this month, Magnum Boots USA… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 27, 2010 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Fed Judge: FDNY must hire 2 blacks and 1 hispanic for every 5 successful applicants

Last week, Brooklyn Federal Court Judge Nicholas Garaufis ruled that FDNY’s 1999 and 2002 entrance examinations were “intentionally” discriminatory.

In his decision, Garaufis wrote: “There has been one persistent stain on the Fire Department’s record. When it comes to being a New York firefighter, blacks and other minorities face entry barriers that other applicants do not.”

Now, the same judge has issued an order to impose a temporary hiring quota in which 2 blacks and… Continue

Added by FireDaily.com on January 27, 2010 at 10:51am — 3 Comments

68 Foot telesquirt vs 75 Foot Ladder

I,m looking for reasons to justify a 75 foot arial vs a 68 foot telasquirt. I,m going to have to have many good reasons. I need your help. Please give safety reasons and usability.

Added by Michael Martin on January 27, 2010 at 9:31am — 2 Comments

I remember my first time...

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As soon as I got home tonight I settled into my chair in front of the computer with a bowl of corn chowder my wife had made much earlier in the evening. As often happens, I left for drill before I had a chance to eat dinner.

I opened up Internet Explorer where my home page is literally my home page: www.tigerschmittendorf.com and I clicked on the FireEMS Blogs icon in the upper left hand corner to see what my… Continue

Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on January 27, 2010 at 8:30am — 3 Comments

International Fire, Rescue & Emergency Expo (IFREE) to be held in Jakarta, Indonesia

International Fire, Rescue & Emergency Expo (IFREE), Indonesia, A truly international event will be a concourse of the world's leading manufacturers, exporters, suppliers, contractors, consultants in the area of fire and safety. IFREE, Jakarta Indonesia will be held at Jakarta International Expo Centre, Indonesia from 8th-10th December 2010.

Why Indonesia ?

Demand for fire and safety equipment in… Continue

Added by Vivek Gupta on January 27, 2010 at 1:01am — No Comments

Chili Dispatcher Passes Away

January 26, 2010
Donna Donovan, Chili FD Fire Dispatcher, mother, wife and sister, has passed away today. She will be remembered for her caring and sensitive nature, her laughter and kindness. Donna will truly be missed by all that knew her or heard her on the air for many years. Rest in peace Donna. Fly with the angels.

We will have more information about arrangements as they become available.

Added by Davin Eshelman on January 26, 2010 at 6:20pm — No Comments

Charleston firefighters sue sofa store

FireRescue1 is reporting that four former Charleston firefighters are suing Sofa Super Store, its owners and several furniture companies, alleging that they suffered physical and emotional injuries as a result of the 2007 blaze that killed nine of their fellow firemen.

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Added by lutan1 on January 26, 2010 at 4:40pm — No Comments

What’s Happening to the WUI? Washington’s latest reactions

The wildland/urban interface (WUI) is constantly growing and changing. As a result, more and more homeowners are putting themselves at risk of experiencing a large, and potentially deadly, WUI fire. Fire departments, along with state and federal agencies, have had to come together on several occasions in the recent past to battle some of the largest wildland/WUI fires ever seen in this country. Add to that the fact that several other countries around the world are experiencing these same types… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 26, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Turnout liner technology takes a turn with DuPont's Nomex on Demand

The Plot Thickens

Turnout liner technology takes a turn with DuPont's Nomex on Demand

By Henry Costo

Editor's Note: This article first appeared in the January 2010 issue of FireRescue magazine.

Despite considerable and continuous efforts during the last 15 years or so, not much has changed with regard to turnout gear composition and related thermal protective performance. Throughout this period, two fundamental concepts of NFPA 1971:… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on January 26, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments