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9/11 Memorial motorcycle ride to Ground Zero

Memorial motorcycle ride to Ground Zero

Leaving from Carmel, NY Shop Rite at 12noon on Saturday, 9/11/10. All riders are welcome. The past few years we have had over 1000 bikes of all kinds take the trip. Some departments bring thier rigs. The Hudson Valley HellCats will be escorting. We will be parking in 1 Federal Plaza in lower Manhattan, and walking the two blocks to the pile. Anyone and everyone are invited. There is no charge for this event. If you want to drive your car, thats…

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Added by Ted Hardy on September 6, 2010 at 3:30am — No Comments

What's your story? --- Firefighter Storytellers Returns Wednesday-9/8/10

A regular feature on the FirefighterNetcast Radio Network, Tiger Schmittendorf’s “Firefighter Storytellers” radio show returns Wednesday-September 8, 2010 at 9pm EDT…

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Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on September 5, 2010 at 11:09pm — 1 Comment

Webb Road Flea market Burned to the Ground

The Webb Road Flea Market is History. All stations from Rowan County Were called out for water supply and Man power. They couldn't salvage any of it, Some one claimed they heard an explosion and the next thing they know it was up in flames.
I couldn't believe. Webb Road FM is where i used to go with my family. I just thought i would let ya'll know, No one was hurt Before, during, or after the fire. Just keep in our prayers the Vendors they lost everything.

Added by Melisa Ashley Cranfill on September 4, 2010 at 10:01am — 1 Comment

Are You Ready? Terrorism 101

Terrorism 101: Know what makes a terrorist, types of weapons they use & the terminology associated with terrorist events

By Tom Phillips

AP Photo/ Louis Lanzano

The September issue of FireRescue magazine included Tom Phillips’ article “Are You Ready? Preparing for… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on September 4, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments

fun memories.... what was your favorite firefighter tv show or movie growing up.

As a kid i remember the tv show code red, and i have looked for it at Barns an knoble bookstore, can't find it. found some clips on you tube but they are so bad it's hard to watch them. funny quote from back draft. Run damn you. Good movie too, but i like Ladder 49 better. We need more movies and shows about us, theres plenty of cop shows out there and Rescue me is over for the season. just curious on everyones out look on this fun facts

Added by David Francis on September 3, 2010 at 11:31am — No Comments

Lift with your Brain not your Back

Well it all started at a single vehicle MVC on a back county road @ 0545, we responded in a Squad and sent 2 Ambulances. As I pull up in the first ambulance we see a vehicle about 30 ft off the road wedged into the bush pretty good. Fortunately there was no need for extrication tools required. I crawl into the backseat of the vehicle to hold C-Spine and communicate with the passenger. After a well orchestrated removal we where able to slide the Pt onto the board and strap them down.… Continue

Added by Kevin Hatfield on September 2, 2010 at 1:59pm — 3 Comments

Fit for Duty? Company officers must set the example when it comes to physical fitness

SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST

Fit for Duty? Company officers must set the example when it comes to physical fitness

Story & Photos by Jeff & Martha Ellis

To tell people to “lead by example” almost sounds cliché these days. The expression can mean different things to different people. But one thing is certain: It does not…

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Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on September 2, 2010 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Fallen Firefighter Memorial ground breaking

Just got back from the ground breaking ceremony for the local Fallen Firefighter Memorial, that is going to be in Stubbs Park, Centervile Oh. Was a nice ceremony, The Mayor of Centerville and Rod Longapore and the artist, Jon Barlow whose sculpture will be placed there for our lost brothers and sisters spoke before the... family members who lost there loved one were the ones who assisted with… Continue

Added by John on September 1, 2010 at 7:52pm — No Comments

Adopting

We have a now 1 month old child in the house,He's a handsome little man that needed a good home. God knew he had to keep me around for a reason and well I guess this is it. It's a long process but he's worth it.God bless everyone on here. Oh Jeremiah says goo goo gaga which is baby talk for Hello.Well for got to update this Jeremiah is now 14 months old and we have finally gotten the rest of the money up to get the home assesment done and we will get him finalized hes is 31 inches tall…

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Added by Robert Nichols on September 1, 2010 at 5:00pm — 10 Comments

Fluids

Zits pop,

Saliva spits,

Nasal secretions particulate,

Urine soaks,

Sh** stains,…

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Added by Peter Lupkowski on September 1, 2010 at 2:23pm — No Comments

Making It Easier on Them: Customer service in the fire & building code world

Making It Easier on Them

Customer service in the fire & building code world

By Jim Crawford

In fire prevention, we’re rarely perceived as a “service” department. Enforcing the fire code means acting as a regulator—how can any of our customers be happy about that? “I’m from the government and I’m here to help you” is a… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on September 1, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments

Highly implausible story- A spark from a golf club causes a 25 acre fire

Could someone hitting a ball out of the rough causing a spark cause a 25 acre fire requiring helicopters and 150 firefighters to put it out?

http://sports.yahoo.com/golf/blog/devil_ball_golf/post/Golfer-s-swing-sparks-25-acre-California-blaze?urn=golf-266447

Added by Peter Doyle on August 31, 2010 at 10:11pm — 5 Comments

Mississauga Ont firefighters washed more than 150 Mississauga Fire Department

Mississauga firefighters washed more than 150 cars yesterday at an annual summer

fundraiser in Meadowvale yesterday.

Cars lined up at the Real Canadian Superstore on Argentia Rd., where they held the 12th annual Mississauga

Firefighters car wash for muscular dystrophy research. Car wash organizer Chris

Corbet said the fire hoses blasted the cars with 500 litres of water a

minute.

Corbet said local firefighters have been raised awareness of muscular dystrophy for a… Continue

Added by Brad Duncan on August 31, 2010 at 6:53pm — No Comments

The lexington ky, firefighter who was caught w/ child porn.... your thoughts.

My thoughts are this, anyone who looks or down loads child porn is a chester "child molester" in my book. I have 4 kids, a 16 yr old daughter, an11 yr ols boy, a 7 yr old boy and a 5 yr old pumkin girl. From what i read in the artical was that the things downloaded was 12 and under w/ adults, and i got real sick to my stomach reading this news artical, all i could think was my little girl being forced to do things and cry and ask for her daddy to save her. I tell you all this i would go to… Continue

Added by David Francis on August 31, 2010 at 3:47pm — 5 Comments

My Life as a Firefighter

I thought I would start a blog so that I can keep those who may be interested in My life as a Firefighter, there is really no direction this Blog is going to take. One day it could be a favorite quote, and the next about a call I went on ... I hope some of you at some time read it and are entertained to say the least ...

Remember, Stay Safe
Kevin Hatfield

Added by Kevin Hatfield on August 31, 2010 at 2:59pm — 2 Comments

Discoveries

Well, I guess I am learning a lot about what my hubbies job will be all about and watching him grow more and more eager to get through this academy and start working. We are now in the second week of the academy and it is proving to be a challenge for all the newbies. He says they are teaching them a lot and the PT is not easy at all but it feel like it is working and he loves doing it. Im proud of him. I mean it has to be a lot of hard work.

I am learning…

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Added by Ashley on August 31, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

Know Your Role on the Roof: A step-by-step cut sequence for sawyers & sounders

TRUCK COMPANY OPERATIONS

By Randy Frassetto

In the ventilation world, truck companies need to be proficient on all types of ventilation tactics. A fire department may favor one ventilation style over another (vertical vs. horizontal), but all truck companies should know how to do both safely because we can’t assume one style will work for every situation. Further, it’s important to remember… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on August 31, 2010 at 6:00am — 4 Comments

Local Firefighter Memorial

This Wednesday September 1st Our local area is having a ground breaking ceremony for our local Fallen Firefighter Memorial, at Stubbs Park in Centerville Ohio at 2 PM,

Added by John on August 31, 2010 at 12:40am — No Comments

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter

Notes from a Rookie Firefighter...August 30, 2010

Where did the month go? Tonight I started finishing my Associates Degree. Only 40 credits to go until I am a Criminal Justice major. At this rate, let's see I will be about 52.

This weekend was pure bliss. On Saturday our FD celebrated our 100th anniversary by hosting a 5K run. Just when morale around the township and the FD couldn't be any lower because of lay-offs, we had an…

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Added by Denise Imperiale on August 30, 2010 at 7:30pm — 2 Comments

FRI2010: The 7 C's Of Volunteer Leadership

7 simple words offer a foundation for navigating the ups & downs of leadership in the volunteer fire department

JANELLE FOSKETT

Managing Editor, FireRescue Magazine

Let’s face it. It’s hard to be in charge. You’re the one tasked with handling everything from personnel problems to the aftermath of a traumatic call. And although this holds true for every leader in the fire service, it’s perhaps even more… Continue

Added by Fire Rescue Magazine on August 30, 2010 at 11:40am — No Comments