February 2008 Blog Posts (238)

Local Firefighter

My father was a fireman, he drove a big red truck,

And when he'd go to work each night, he'd say, "Mother wish me luck".

Then Dad would not come home again, 'til sometime the next day,

But the thing that bothered me most, was the things some folks would say. A fireman's life is easy, he eats and sleeps and plays,

And sometimes he don't fight a fire for days and days and days.

When I first heard these comments, I was too young to understand

Cause I knew, when people… Continue

Added by Paula on February 26, 2008 at 8:55pm — No Comments

NFPA Standard relevant to Helmets

The following message was copied from www.firefighterclosecalls.com.

Please share with the leadership of your fire departments, immediately.

Line and Chief Officers, this is a matter that should command your attention (please)

NEW NFPA APPARATUS STANDARDS & HELMET WEARING/USE

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

The following is in the new revision of NFPA 1901, effective for apparatus contracted on and after January 1, 2009.

"14.1.8.4* The… Continue

Added by Coach on February 26, 2008 at 8:49pm — 2 Comments

New NFPA Apparatus Standards & Helmet Wearing/Use

Reposted from FirefighterCloseCalls.com

The following is in the new revision of NFPA 1901, effective for apparatus contracted on and after January 1, 2009.

"14.1.8.4* The following statement shall be included in the operator’s manual: ’Fire helmets shall not be worn by persons riding in enclosed driving and crew areas. Fire helmets are not designed for crash protection and they will interfere with the protection… Continue

Added by Firefighter Nation WebChief on February 26, 2008 at 6:00pm — 6 Comments

Medical and Fire Personal

Medical and Fire Personnel

It has come to our attention from several emergency

rooms and from the state fire reporting system that

many EMS narratives and Fire Reports have taken a

decidedly creative direction lately.

Effective immediately, all members are to refrain

from using slang and abbreviations to describe

patients and/or situations, such as the following:

Cardiac… Continue

Added by Firemancristian on February 26, 2008 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

What's your nickname?

They call me "Clubber". No I'm not a UFC fighter. I simply spiked a ball while playing Volleyball and broke a guy's finger. Some nicknames are funnier than others. "Lt Poop" happened to shart in his pants while running in fire school. He will forever be called" poop or poopie" ( I think his kids call him that). Some nicknames are obvious William Williamson is "Bill Bill", Richard Richardson is "Dick Dick". Others are not so obvious. "Hau's is not a big burly guy at all. He drives like shit.… Continue

Added by Chasefire on February 26, 2008 at 7:08am — 10 Comments

LODD Rollover in Colorado

February 24, 2008
Firefighters in Colorado are mourning the loss of a fellow brother after a tragic rollover on Saturday after he lost control of the fire truck he was driving.

Added by Firefighter Spot on February 25, 2008 at 10:16pm — No Comments

Libert Township Rollover

February 23, 2008

Ice is to blame for another rollover in the Liberty Township when firefighters responded to a two car motor vehicle accident. Two of the firefighters were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Related Article:
Fire Truck Overturns On Slick Road

Added by Firefighter Spot on February 25, 2008 at 10:14pm — 1 Comment

small town technical training

I am from a small town and we dont do alot of calls a year. We dont run rescue, technical rescue, or hazmat. But does this mean that we dont need the training? I just got my hazmat tech certificate, and hope i never need to use the training in my community. I have been asked why i wanted to have that if we don't do that kind of work. My reply is if I need it i have it. As my instructors always tell us it another tool in our tool box. With each and every class I take I find that this is more… Continue

Added by mike wright on February 25, 2008 at 8:34pm — No Comments

House Fire Claims Boy.....

House fire claims boy

4-year-old dies in blaze thought to be ignited by heater

Keith Gedamke / The Item

A Friday night fire at 409 Loring Drive claimed the life of 4-year-old Nashawn Spencer. Authorities think the blaze may have been started by a faulty space heater.

By JOE PERRY

Item Staff Writer

jperry@theitem.com

A 4-year-old boy died Friday night in a Loring Drive house fire, and a faulty heater may be… Continue

Added by Mary Holland on February 25, 2008 at 9:53am — No Comments

Euro Firefighter

There was a fire in 2007 on a European fire-ground that represented a typical ‘routine’ approach faced by firefighters all over the world. The fire involved a small single-story abandoned warehouse but there were surrounding buildings that posed some moderate exposure risks from a developing fire. The initial response consisted of just five firefighters on a single engine, with limited backup for the next twelve minutes on-scene.

As this book will show, a lot can happen in twelve… Continue

Added by EuroFirefighter on February 25, 2008 at 5:18am — 2 Comments

See ya' on the other side

When my fait has risin, and my soul has past, these are the things that I must ask. When the time has come, and sorrow is here, in good times, and in bad, I'll always be near. I ask for laughter, and joyous hearts, when celebrating the beginning of my new start. What a privalidge for my watchfull eye, to watch over you till the day you die. But, when you shower, know I'll be there, so wash that ass, and shave that hair. And when you smell the delicat scent of my mane, don't be alarmed, your not… Continue

Added by Denise on February 25, 2008 at 1:07am — No Comments

Perception is reality

If people really knew me deep down inside, would they see what I have locked in my deep brown eyes? If my eyes are the mirror into me soul, what are the truths that would unfold? Would people see the real me or something of their own reality? When I look into the mirror of my reflection , I only except judgment at my own discretion.. In my eyes I see a loyal soldier, always there, to lend a shoulder. Be there when times get rough, help you out when you had just enough. In my eyes both a soft… Continue

Added by Denise on February 25, 2008 at 1:05am — No Comments

A mothers poem to her daughter

They say your children will be worse then you times three. But, I'll tell you I was honorably blessed the day I lost my virginity. I must admitt at first I was deffinatly affright. The thought at sixteen bringing to the world a new life. How was I to raise her and what was I to do. Thankfull for the help I got from few. Remembering back on the day of your birth. One look in your eyes and I knew you were meant here on earth. Why you were meant to be I do not know. But, I sure am eager and avid… Continue

Added by Denise on February 25, 2008 at 1:01am — 1 Comment

Inspiration

Impatient I am,

so much a sin,

To complete these goals,

I possess within.

Nothing seems to be going right,

I'm falling behind,

Lost in a failing translation,

Loosing my mind.

Into the abyss,

Of dispositions missplaced,

Walking with disappointment,

And a look of discrace.

Seems I'm bounded from life,

Not allowed to have,

It strangling me… Continue

Added by Denise on February 25, 2008 at 12:58am — No Comments

Can you carry 100 lbs up several flights of stairs? (maybe you already do!)

On February 23rd, 2008 The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation held the 27th annual fundraising event The climb for the cure.

Firefighters from central Ohio came to downtown Columbus Ohio where they donned their full turnout gear including their S.C.B.A.’s (and on air) walked the stairs of the 40 stories in the Rhoades State Office Tower to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis.

Here’s something interesting. Since the event was held in our first in district we (Engine co #9) stopped by to… Continue

Added by Chasefire on February 24, 2008 at 5:51pm — No Comments

Station titles and positions

The Warrington Volunteer Fire District is also known as Station 16. The 16 is the designation of our personnel and equipment. Our rank structure is as follows:

1601 Chief 1602 Deputy Chief 1603 Assistant Chief

1604 House Captain

1605 - 1609 Captain

1611,1613 Engine Numbers (also have Truck 16 and Squad 16 )

1631 House Lt.

1632 - 1635 Lieutenant

1636 - 1639 Engineers

1641 - 1649 FF/EMT

1651 - 1659… Continue

Added by STATION 16 on February 24, 2008 at 4:34pm — No Comments

Current Stats

To Date:
our county (Escambia County .. 18 stations) has ran 2,113 calls.
Our station has ran 190 calls.
We have 48 active members and 12 reserve members.

Added by STATION 16 on February 24, 2008 at 3:44pm — No Comments

Speaking of Seatbelts (and vehicle related LODD's)

These are all taken from the secret list from the end of December - the middle of February. A very short time, for this number of incidents. Almost all could have been avoided by more prudent driving, or at least more attention to road conditions, and at the very least by wearing seatbelts.

Becoming part of the emergency helps no one and puts more individuals in danger, civilians and firefighters. Longer response time while more firefighters are dispatched, civilians injured and mostly… Continue

Added by Spanner 122 on February 24, 2008 at 8:22am — 5 Comments

My Soldier What Can I Say...

My soldier, oh what can I say. I finally get to see him and it’s the most wonderful thing ever, words can’t even begin to describe how I feel. On the other hand, he is beyond ecstatic; he is in more of a blissful stage right now. Ask any soldier how they feel when they finally see their love after being apart for so long, nothing can describe it.

I love cooking him meals (anything’s better than MRE’s right guys?), cleaning his barracks room and yes, even his ever piling laundry because the… Continue

Added by Rebecca on February 24, 2008 at 7:19am — No Comments