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A TRIBUTE TO OUR HEROES

We have a new album out that has tributes to the firefighters, police and our military. If you need any info on the CD email me. fthmusic@bellsouth.net

Added by George Wells on January 10, 2009 at 10:19pm — No Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter...January 10, 2009

I am in Vermont today with my two sons and their friend. My RE/MAX owner has graciously offered some of the agents free rooms, ski rentals and lift tickets at Magic Mountain. He owns the Inn here, and the kids and I so needed to get away.

I decided to snowtube as I don't ski...only tried it once about 25 years ago. I went to the top of what I thought was a HUGE hill and looked down and said uh uh. No way was I going down… Continue

Added by Denise Imperiale on January 10, 2009 at 8:49pm — No Comments

FIRE FIGHTER FRIENDS( received in a email, thought I pass it on to uall..) how true

FIREFIGHTER FRIENDS

When a firefighter leaves the "job" and retires to a better life, many are jealous, some are pleased and yet others, who may have already retired, wonder. We wonder if he knows what they are leaving behind, because we already know.

We know, for example, that after a lifetime of camaraderie that few experience, it will remain as a longing for those past times. We know in a firefighters life there is a fellowship which lasts long after the uniforms are… Continue

Added by Stephen Morrison on January 10, 2009 at 5:00am — 2 Comments

help someone out there

ok where to start... well here it goes... alright i've had my emt cert for about a year now and in that time period i really haven't had much experience at all... so with me not using what i learned and keeping myself up and going on it i kinda lost some of it and people don't understand that... especially my chief he doesnt understand that i have no field experience or really any ems experience at all... and i kinda screwed up on a call cuz i was afraid of screwing up so i ended up doing just… Continue

Added by Mary Larrabee on January 10, 2009 at 4:15am — 9 Comments

The Continuing Chronicles of the FNG(irl): My Fleeting Four Minutes of Fame

I’m pretty darned excited to be able to share that as of….well, right now actually….. I’ve joined Art aka “ChiefReason”, Mick Mayers and a group of very talented and passionate fire service bloggers on “TheKitchenTable” at www.firerescue1.com

I can’t state with any confidence or certainty that I’ve written anything of the same caliber as the folks I’ll be sharing that space with, but I will fully admit that I’m electrified and flattered to have been asked to join in. My writer’s soul… Continue

Added by Mary Ellen Shea on January 10, 2009 at 1:50am — 12 Comments

Firefighter Down

R.I.P. Lieutenant Kevin M. Kelley of the Boston Fire Dept. Ladder 26. Please keep his wife and 3 adult daughters in your prayers. he was killed when his unit he was in struck a building. killing him and injuring 4 other firefighters. keep all of their families in your prayers also....

thanks
David

Lanark Fire Dept.

Added by David on January 9, 2009 at 11:33pm — 2 Comments

Something different for us

Well about a year ago we had a new addition to our district a small refinery holds around i think its either 500,000 gallons of unleaded or 5million i cant remember the tank sits around 60-70 feet high kinda nice view from the top haha and 250,000 or 2 and half million gallons of diesel, and a mixing tank and a super unleaded tank that holds 100,000 or 1 million gallons. Which is the closest station next to west memphis. and their is talk of building 6 more tanks the company who put this… Continue

Added by Jonathan on January 9, 2009 at 11:24pm — 2 Comments

Mercedes-Benz Vito: Rescuers Beware!

On new years eve, I took delivery of a brand new Mercedes-Benz Vito Crew Cab van (long wheel base).

Here's a link to the MB website with a bit of background info to the model: http://tinyurl.com/ay55n4

Over the last couple of weeks, I've noticed a few things that could potentially be a "trap" for rescuers and thought I'd give a heads up to everyone.

Ignition: check out the key. It's not broken!…

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Added by lutan1 on January 9, 2009 at 9:00pm — 13 Comments

Hero's have hero's to

Even though I don't consider myself a hero for what I do there are some people out there that call me and all emergency personnel hero's. Most of us don't look at what we do in that way. Do our actions allow for others to give us such a title? Here is the definition I found in the dictionary.

he·ro (hîr)

n. pl. he·roes

1. In mythology and legend, a man, often of divine ancestry, who is endowed with great courage and strength, celebrated for his bold exploits,… Continue

Added by Chief 29 on January 9, 2009 at 6:00pm — No Comments

388 runs for 2008

Well, my friend Jackie who enters all the run information into our computer totaled up the calls for 2008 26 or 28 structure fires, 199 ems calls 36 mva's 4 mva with extrication 2 down power lines 2 arcing power sources, 37 brush fires, 18 controlled burns 5 false alarms, and i cant remember what the other 57 were. My volunteer department for 09 we have 6 ems at the moment. this time last year we had 12 6 brush fires and 6 ems. One of the department's im trying to get on usually get around 400… Continue

Added by Jonathan on January 9, 2009 at 2:53pm — 4 Comments

you might be a canadian firefighter if

if you have ever ridden a ladder like a tobbagan back to the pumper

if you have ever removed your bunker and it could stand on its own ( not from dirt but because it is frozen)

if you have ever called out the salt because its too slippery to walk

if you have ever had to leave the hose running just a little to keep it from freezing

if you have ever been on the ice and had to drive to the station in skates when the pager goes

if someone farts and you say thanks for the… Continue

Added by grant morse on January 9, 2009 at 2:37pm — 3 Comments

As if Firefighters Didn't Have ENOUGH Safety Issues to Worry About...

If you're a firefighter, you probably know a thing or two about asbestos. But, if you don't, you SHOULD. What you don't know, quite frankly, could kill you.

What is Asbestos?

Asbestos is a naturally occurring toxin that - up until the institution of asbestos usage laws by the federal government in the early eighties - was popular in the development of a number of products, including drywall, stucco, floor, ceiling and roofing tiles, attic insulation, and automobile… Continue

Added by Jenni on January 9, 2009 at 12:31pm — 4 Comments

Good chilly morning...

I noticed a few weeks ago that I seem to have obtained shit magnet status...you know, seeing stuff you've only read about, getting those runs that make you just want to go home and pretend that day never started. Nah, that's too dramatic of a statement...the girl in me comes out sometimes:^) Good learning experiences, that's what I meant to say.

In December, had a lovely ice storm that came through and caught everyone off guard. Although I must admit, being in Ohio it's hard to… Continue

Added by Jennica Stout on January 9, 2009 at 11:28am — No Comments

Guy Shows ID While Robbing Store

Taken from KCMQ.com.

"Today’s dumbass award goes to a local! 23-year-old James Grayson allegedly went into Venus Adult Store yesterday morning, picked two or three videos and paid for them with cash from his wallet. When James opened his wallet to pay, the clerk saw his ID with his picture and the last name Grayson. then James allegedly pulled out a gun and robbed the store. The clerk was able to tell the police Jame’s last name and description, and police were able to track James to… Continue

Added by Bruce C Ziebarth on January 9, 2009 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

Donations really needed badly this year

Hi Everyone

You are recieving this because either through some act of kismet, blood or timing we are relatives, friends, coworkers or activity partners.

This is the first of messages (either electronic or snail mail) I am sending regarding two important events I am taking part in this year.

The AVON Breast Cancer Walk and the Multiple Sclerosis Society Walk.

I have two websites I would like for you to visit today or… Continue

Added by Sandy on January 8, 2009 at 11:34pm — No Comments

starting classes

i start my classes monday night if there is any praying people out there would you all say an extra one for me so that i do well and pass all my stuff please i need all the help i can get thanx

Added by robbie-volunteer on January 8, 2009 at 11:24pm — No Comments

the thanks we get...

I've been in the fire service for 10 years...Up till now I have only heard stories of stuff like this.

Two days ago I recieved a call of a pile of trash on fire and left unattened. I rode over and spoke with the homeowner. He was a great guy who had a hose out and didn't have a problem with me coming over to check up on his pile. He was there with it. His truck was parked on the side of the house, whoever called it in probly couldn't see his truck. At that point all seemed to be over, he… Continue

Added by Matthew Cosgrove on January 8, 2009 at 7:52pm — 7 Comments

Looking for Virginia Volunteer Fire Depts.

Hey i just moved to Chesapeake Virginia ad im looking for a Volunteer Fire Department to join......Can any one point me in the correct direction?

Thanks Mase.

Added by Mason on January 8, 2009 at 5:28pm — No Comments

Articals For Sale.

I was wondering if there was a way to put a firefighter articals for sale site on FFN ? I think that this would go over good. What is evryone eleses thoughts on this ? Good or bad idea ?

Added by LEO AFD389NY on January 8, 2009 at 2:59pm — 9 Comments

The littlest fireman (a real tear jerker!!)

Some of you may know this story, but is you don't please keep reading. A friend posted this on myspace and it had me crying by the end. I did a little bit of research on it to say if it was "fact or fiction." It is a fact it took place in 1981 and was one of the original "Make-a-Wish" requests. I have included a link about the whole story. Like most tales over time it has "grown" alittle. But after seeing the facts about it I just had a couple of more tears run down my cheek. This story is… Continue

Added by Capt.Alex Arnold on January 8, 2009 at 11:31am — 6 Comments