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The Continuing Chronicles of the FNG(irl): My First Drill

Driving snow?

Check.

Visibility Zero?

Check.

Icy Roads?

Check.

Arctic Temperatures?

Check.

Drill Night Game Plan...tapping hydrants in the village?

Check....brrrrrrrrrrrr........

"Drop your ____ and grab your socks newbies....we're going out to practice tapping hydrants....right NOW...you've got two minutes to get your turnouts on"....

And thus began my first drill night. Trial by fire? Yup. Worth it? Oh hell yup. Did I love it?… Continue

Added by Mary Ellen Shea on February 12, 2008 at 10:54pm — 11 Comments

Daddy's Fire boots

I wanna be like Daddy when I’m grown up.

My momma say’s I can.

But first I’ll have to grow up brave and strong

Cause he’s a Fireman!

His coat and helmet don’t fit me yet.

But I’m growin every day.

Daddy say’s I’ll “Get R Done”

It’s the firefighter’s way.

I know I’ll make a good one.

I’ve got fire fightin roots.

But It’s gonna take more than growin

to fill my… Continue

Added by Chasefire on February 12, 2008 at 10:30pm — 1 Comment

Can I get courtesy flush up in heeyaa!

Okay, I know it's not their fault. When folks have a knee or hip replacement and need help getting up off the toilet or vagal down and "Fallout" while using the toilet and someone has to call 911. I really don't have a problem just helping them up or even cleaning them up and transporting them to the ER. Because hey it could happen to anyone. But, As God is my witness. If I ever find myself fading out while doing my business on the pot. With my last breath I will reach up and flush that damn… Continue

Added by Chasefire on February 12, 2008 at 9:37pm — 4 Comments

eep!

T- 3 days til the knee surgery

Added by Marie on February 12, 2008 at 9:04pm — 2 Comments

hey all

hey all i'm Trish from Coshocton, OH.

I'm 28 yrs old have 2 lil boys and twins on the way, you all know my fiancee Jimmy (yes he's crazy i know, but loveable). I'm honest, i'm not a firefighter or EMS. but after I have the twins i plan to go back to school and study for EMS and finish my degree in social work. I do have a cousin whom is a Captain for Walhounding Valley FD Company 7 in Warsaw, OH and i also have family in law enforcement. I really don't know what else to say about myself… Continue

Added by Trish Girard on February 12, 2008 at 6:46pm — No Comments

calling all 9/11 Responders, Family Members and supporters especially near DC

EMERGENCY 9/11 HEALTH RALLY ALERT:

Due to the Speaker of the House canceling all Congressional votes on Monday, February 25th...

THE EMERGENCY RALLY FOR 9/11 HEALTH HAS BEEN MOVED FORWARD BY ONE DAY,…

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Added by Reggie Cervantes on February 12, 2008 at 2:30pm — No Comments

Fallen Firefighter in NC

Monday Night February 11, 2008. Firefighter James Arthur of the Coldwater Volunteer Fire Department Cabarrus County Concord NC. While responding to an emergency call James lost his life. James was a dedicated member of the Coldwater Fire Department along with his father Woody Arthur who is also the Assistant Chief of The Cabarrus County Rescue Squad.

James was 19 and traveling south on The Old Concord Salisbury Road, while going into a curve It appears that James lost control over… Continue

Added by cap479 on February 12, 2008 at 2:28pm — 5 Comments

FF I & II update

I enrolled in an online FF I & II course that starts March 13. Has anyone taken a course like this before that can offer any input or advice?? Any help is appreciated.

Added by Erin on February 12, 2008 at 11:48am — 3 Comments

Its only snow WTF?

OK here in the greater Pittsburgh area we got approx 3-4 inches of snow maybe more in some areas. My gripe is this. Why does such a small amount of snow shut down the schools, court houses, govt offices, large corp, and just about everything that is not related to selling things to the direct consumer. I woke my butt up at 0345 for a smoking wire call in a residence this morning and guess what there were already 3 inches of snow on the ground. What did i do? I cleaned my car off and went to the… Continue

Added by lemaireB on February 12, 2008 at 8:30am — 8 Comments

South Carolina Firefighter Injured in Engine Crash

Courtesy of SConFire.com

JACKSONBORO, S.C. -- Colleton County Fire Rescue Engine 601 was involved in an MVA, injuring a firefighter.

The 25-year-old firefighter is now in stable condition and is being treated at the Medical University of South Carolina.

He has broken ribs, a broken collarbone, and a broken leg. The engine, however, is totaled and beyond repair.

Firehouse.com will provide more information on this story as it… Continue

Added by Hayward Dewey Pack JR on February 12, 2008 at 6:40am — 2 Comments

RECRUITMENT and RETENTION TOOLKIT: The Interview Process

R&R Toolkit: The Interview Process…

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Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on February 11, 2008 at 11:00pm — 17 Comments

3 trapped firemen

Here in MIchigan we had 3 firemen get trapped in a two story house fire. The roof collapsed on them, and in the worst part of the day 2pm. They were short handed for most of the fire, but had enough help to get them out thankfully. They had atleast 4 departments there with engines, tenders and one ariel. That is a devistating thing to happen here in this area. I have never heard of anything like this here before. Thankfully they all got out with just minor injuries. This just proves that IT can… Continue

Added by mike wright on February 11, 2008 at 8:32pm — 1 Comment

A firefighter stands three feet taller than the rest of us...

Whenever I see a firefighter walking down the street, it seems to me that he or she is at least three feet taller than the rest of us. Maybe that's because as we're running away from danger and tragedy, they run right into the face of it. As we cower away to save our own skin, they risk their own lives to run in and preserve whatever life they can. You can ask any firefighter and they will tell you, "I'm not brave, not a hero... just doing my job." How is it that these men and women can be so… Continue

Added by SweetCyn1965 on February 11, 2008 at 3:12pm — 1 Comment

National Guard

On January 17 I got sworn in to the Army National Guard. On March 9 - April 2 They are sending me to Arkansas for some trainning and on July 31 I am shipping out to Fort Benning Georga for Boot camp for 4 months.

Added by Andy on February 11, 2008 at 1:49pm — 2 Comments

Hot Dogs and Ice

Wienermobile wipes out

Famed vehicle spins, crashes on snow-covered Pa. highway; 'hotdoggers' OK.

By George…

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Added by Peter Lupkowski on February 11, 2008 at 1:09pm — 14 Comments

I Love Trauma

I love trauma! Love pulling up on a scene where someones life is on the line but you know exactly what to do. Trauma is cut and dry. No second guessing. You know that blood is necessary to sustain life and if it is coming out you got to stop it. You know that fractures need to be splinted if possible, C-spine care is a must and breathing in a necessity. You are taught in basic how to do these things, of course most are just automatic impulses. You do it without…

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Added by Mary Holland on February 11, 2008 at 11:26am — 2 Comments

What NOT To Ask A Military Girlfriend/Fiance/Wife

People with stupid questions about the military. listen up!

What not to say or ask a military wife/girlfriend/ fiance while they have a loved one that is deployed or has been deployed.

1. "Aren't you afraid that he'll be killed?"

Of course we are terrified. The thought always lingers at the backs of our minds-- but thanks, you just brought it back to the front. Maybe next you can go ask someone with cancer if they're scared of dying..

2. "I don't know how you… Continue

Added by Rebecca on February 11, 2008 at 11:21am — 2 Comments

To clear up some apparent misconceptions

Hello everyone. This i my first blog ever on any site, so please be patient. My name is Mike Deniger. I have been a firefighter for almost 15 years with a couple of various companies in Southern RI and for a 1 year stint in Chester County PA. I joined FFN when the members were in the hundreds, not…

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Added by Engineco913 on February 11, 2008 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Freezing balls!

I just came in from a call and it's freezing balls out!

Added by Phil on February 11, 2008 at 4:06am — No Comments

Remembering the Deadly Outcomes of Our Decisions

My friend and fellow blogger at www.buffalo.com/yourhub, Deanna Russo, asked me to share this info with firefighters concerned about the effects of drunk driving on our families and our communities. There isn't one of us who hasn't been affected by a drunk driver in some way in their lifetime.

Deanna lost her sister to someone's deadly decision 10 years ago.

If you're local, I hope you'll consider attending. If you're too far away, I…

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Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on February 11, 2008 at 1:36am — 1 Comment