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LODD Erie, PA,

According to WSEE TV:

A City of Erie firefighter, who was volunteering with another company at the time, has died in the line of duty. Officials say it was an equipment malfuction that killed the 26 year old firefighter.

Added by Coach on April 8, 2008 at 7:42pm — 2 Comments

I Love My Life!

First, before anyone says anything, I am very grateful for soooooooooo many things in my life. I know the only reason my husband is even alive (much less functioning as well as he is)is because God has blessed him and my family. T says that just before everything went "boom" he saw a white light flash in the corner of his eye which is what made him turn and most likely saved his life. I firmly believe that white light was God’s hand reaching down to protect him from the blast. I always… Continue

Added by Debi on April 8, 2008 at 7:30pm — No Comments

How did I Get Here? Thank Roy and Johnny.

This month I will become 46 years old. I'm not really sure how I got here so fast. Here being my involvment in the fire service. But, I certainly remember how it started over 30 years ago almost by accident.

I always wondered why from the time I was ten years old people would always ask, what do you want to be when you grow up? Hell, I’m forty six as I begin to write this blog and I’m still not sure what I want to be when I grow up.

During the late 1960s and early 1970s a… Continue

Added by Phil Ferris on April 8, 2008 at 3:30pm — 3 Comments

FDIC

I'm at FDIC for the whole week.

I anyone is here feel free too look me up via the NFA Alumni booth or feel free to call my cell phone at (979) 412-0890.

LNM

Added by Louis N. Molino Sr. on April 8, 2008 at 11:52am — 2 Comments

STAND FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN

I live in Alabama of course but I do believe there are "whistle blower" laws which protect me. I work for a private service and they are wanting us to do our billing tickets so as even if a person walks to our stretcher they are bedbound for medicare and medicaid purposes.I was forced by our office manager as she grabbed my arm and made me change a billing ticket on a patient who walked to our stretcher but is blind to bedbound on a billing ticket. They also want us to follow pre-written… Continue

Added by WILLIAM HUDSON on April 8, 2008 at 11:00am — No Comments

My book...a work in progress...more to follow...please comment

PREFACE

JULY 3, 1863

Many men are dead; the mighty Virginians have been pushed back across the blood strewn field, back into the trees on the far side of that field. How far across the Emmitsburg road did they get? One Hundred yards? Two hundred yards? Certainly no farther than that. In the three years that Will Grey had been with the army, rarely had he ever seen the General make a mistake like this. Throwing almost all the Virginians into a head on charge through an open… Continue

Added by Devil Doc on April 8, 2008 at 7:44am — 2 Comments

standing for what is right

Added by WILLIAM HUDSON on April 7, 2008 at 9:30pm — 3 Comments

One Step Closer ...

Yay me!!!! I've taken and PASSED my NREMT!!! Now on to finishing my fire science degree!

Added by Christopher on April 7, 2008 at 4:52pm — 2 Comments

TRY TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT AND GET BURNED IN THE PROCESS

HEY HAS ANYONE EVER TRIED TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT AND BEEN BURNED BY A CO-WORKER ? WELL WHAT DO YOU DO ? ITHE STATE WAS CALLED IN TO MY PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT AND BECAUSE ONE OF MY CO-WORKERS IS EITHER SCARED OF CHANGE OR JUST LOVES SCREWING SOMEBODY THIS PERSON NAMED ME AND NOW I AM ON ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE . EVEN IF I DID CALL THE STATE IS IT MY FAULT THE STATE DECIDED TO INVESTIGATE THE COMPANY NO I THINK NOT ! IF I CALLED THE STATE IT WOULD HAVE BEEN ONLY TO COVER MY OWN BUTT BY MAKING SURE WHAT… Continue

Added by WILLIAM HUDSON on April 7, 2008 at 4:30pm — 7 Comments

Fighting fires with Cop's? Is it safe?

Okay, First I want to say I like cops. I need them at every Haz Mat I go on! (LOL) Anyway, my town has decided to go from a Fire/Rescue Department to a "Public Safety" department. This means the small town cops will be trained as firefighters and respond to firecalls when they are on shift. We will also have the Police Cheif over the Fire side of things. I have worked with some of the cops that are/were firefighters in the past, they are okay. BUT!!!! What if he forgets to put his gun away… Continue

Added by Matthew Cosgrove on April 7, 2008 at 2:09pm — 11 Comments

Leather helmets (cairns houston or N5A VS other traditional helmets

Is leather better than other non leather helmets regards to weight, and durability? it cost more so maybe it is better?????? only a few use leather.. anyone can comment on this thanks.. be safe always :D

Added by Michael tan on April 7, 2008 at 9:55am — 1 Comment

This is what can come of Vision 20/20

I believe if Vision 20/20 becomes reality, this is only part of what we can start seeing here in the states, and becoming a part of. Just think, nation wide Public Service Announcements such as this could really get the message across! Another topic, all though off base of Vision 20/20, could be how to properly let an emergency vehicle pass.

Find more videos like this on Firefighter Nation -… Continue

Added by Doug on April 7, 2008 at 2:39am — No Comments

I AM A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER

At three in the morning, There is quiet and peace

All of my family's softly dreaming their dreams

I work all day from dawn until dusk

But when that siren sounds, its hustle I must

No matter the time, No matter the place

Someone's life could be in danger,

And I must make haste.

I am a fireman, I volunteer to save lives

I do this without thought of the fear that's inside

I will do what it takes to make sure they're all right

I will help put out… Continue

Added by Michael tan on April 7, 2008 at 1:00am — 2 Comments

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Hi my name is heith miller.I live in oak hill ohio, I have been married for 16 years and have 3 boys. I have been on the fire department for 20 years.If you would like to know anything else about me let me know. Have a good day and be safe.

Added by Heith Miller on April 6, 2008 at 8:58pm — No Comments

APPARATUS CRASHES

There is no excuse for hearing about so many wrecks involving emergency apparatus. We are supposed to be more alert and cautious of the other motorist on the road.Our departments spend thousands of $$$ for better equipment for our safety so why are we crahing them up so much?This is written in response to the latest from firefighter closecalls.com N.C. crash,Ga. crash.

Added by Richard Presley FFD306 on April 6, 2008 at 8:04pm — 1 Comment

"So Called Heroes"

The post that prompted me to write this has been deleted....wonder why? I belong to several sites and the post that got me fired up was on CafeMom. Just a quick overview of it......this woman claims to have had a friend in a bad wreck and claimed the firefighters took $400 out of the ladies purse because a day later, at the hospital, the money wasn't in the purse. She said the hospital wouldn't lie to her, yeah....right! It was a heated post to say the least! She had an excuse for… Continue

Added by Sandy on April 6, 2008 at 7:31pm — 5 Comments

Maryland, Apparatus Rollover

Saturday, April 5, 2008- Three members of the Carroll Manor Volunteer Fire Co. were taken to the hospital this evening after the fire tanker they were riding in overturned onto its side at the intersection of Md. 80 and Md. 85.
The extent of their injuries is not serious and ALL members were wearing their seatbelts.

The full story is available at http://firefighterclosecalls.com/fullstory.php?63167

Badger
Everyone Goes Home

Added by Coach on April 6, 2008 at 7:10pm — No Comments

North Carolina, Apparatus Rollover

Sunday, April 6, 2008- Three Asheville (N.C.) firefighters suffered scrapes and bruises, but no serious injuries after the fire apparatus they were riding in lost control and flipped on its side this morning.

The pumper truck was en route to a fire alarm activation call on Bingham Road when the accident happened about 6 a.m.

The ful story is available at http://firefighterclosecalls.com/fullstory.php?63178

Badger
Everyone Goes Home

Added by Coach on April 6, 2008 at 7:05pm — 1 Comment

Pearlington Mississippi

I am new at this blog thing so be kind. We just got back from our second trip to Ms. and some freinds of mine told me to try a blog on here. I guess I have a lot of info in my head that can be picked so go ahead with the questions I guess.

Added by David Pearl on April 6, 2008 at 4:49pm — No Comments

Professional Development for Fire Officers

Note: Open to anyone wishing to attend

Cost: $0.00

Link: Click here to attend

Bill will be delivering his real-world focus on what a new or acting officer must know to successfully communicate with their crews, supervisors, and our business community. Bill will cover personal accountability - with real world examples that have made a difference. Bill will cover a collaborative learning and… Continue

Added by Michael Finney on April 6, 2008 at 4:27pm — No Comments