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Webster, NY - Funeral services were held for the two West Webster firefighters who were fatally shot Christmas Eve Day on Lake Road in Webster. Calling hours for both Lt. Mike Chiapperini and Tomasz Kaczowka were held at Webster Schroeder High School on December 28th and 29th.

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Firefighters met by heavy fire JEFFREY ARNOLD

Dump truck fire in Avon Avon, NY. On Sunday afternoon, December 16, Avon firefighters responded to a report of a vehicle fire at Aaron's Auto Body on Pole Bridge Road. Firefighters arrived on location to find the cab of a small dump truck on fire. The fire was quickly extinguished. There were no injuries. The Livingston County Office of Emergency Management was investigating the cause.

Buffalo firefighters of the 7th Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a blaze in a one story frame building at 3300 Bailey Ave. in Buffalo's University Heights section on December 29. Firefighters were met with heavy fire on arrival.

Three-one and three quarter inch hand lines were used along with 20 feet of ladders to bring the blaze under control. Damage was listed at $60,000. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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JEFFREY BELSCHWINDER

City of Troy fights second alarm in triplex City of Troy Fire Department had a long battle with a fire in a three story vacant triplex in near freezing weather conditions. The alarm of fire was toned around 2:30 a.m. on December 23rd. The caller stated “fire was coming out the front door.” First arriving engines quickly called a signal 30 and second alarm for Box 142. Crews thought they made quick work of the fire, but it made it’s way to the second, third and to the roof, spreading to other parts of the triplex.

Additional departments from Watervliet, Green Island and Albany were called in to help. The fire was brought under control a couple hours later.

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Rombout helps driver and her dog at crash Fishkill, NY. Rombout Fire Company was dispatched for a single car MVA on Route 82 at 12:21 on December 23rd. Past Chief Charles Kuehner found a young adult female, the driver of a compact car, conscious and responsive.

The driver had suffered a medical incident while driving westbound causing her to hit a guardrail twice before finally hitting a telephone pole head on.

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with the airbag deployment and were non-life threatening. She was transported to Saint Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie by Mobile-Life for treatment.

Her young rottweiler dog was in the backseat and was injured. A passerby removed the dog from the car before firefighters arrived. A

resident in the neighborhood informed their neighbor Mary Beth Vasillo, a retired Veterinary Technician, about the dog and she rushed to the scene. She determined the dog sustained serious injury to its rear legs and needed medical attention. With the assistance of the firefighters, she helped prep the animal for transport. New York State Police are investigating the cause.

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Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a fire in a one and a half story frame dwelling at 44 Titus Ave. on the city's East Side on January 6th. The house was fully involved on arrival and the chief called for defensive operations. Tower Ladder Company 14 set up in an adjacent lot. Damage to the vacant structure was listed at $40,000. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

One transported from MVA One person was transported to a local hospital in the Town of Newburgh. Crews were alerted for a two car motor vehicle collision on Route 17K, near D'Alfonso Road at approximately 12:30 p.m. on December 12, 2012. Good-Will Fire Department and Town of Newburgh Emergency Services responded. One person was transported and both agencies were quickly back in service.

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One transported in Town of Newburgh BOB ROOT

Town of Newburgh, NY. On November 24, 2012, on patient was transported to a local hospital as a result of a two car motor vehicle accident on Route 300 near the Route 84 interchange.Winona Lake Engine Company responded and quickly cleared the accident. The Town of Newburgh Emergency Medical Services transported.

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Second alarm for Middlehope Town of Newburgh, NY. On December 21, 2012 at a little after 1 a.m., Middlehope Fire Department crews were alerted for heavy fire at 40 Lexington Drive. Command arrived to find heavy fire on the first floor of a residential dwelling.

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ducted and the roof was opened to allow for venting.

At approximately 1:50 a.m., crews were pulled from the building for an exterior attack due to deteriorating conditions. Soon thereafter, the fire was deemed under control.

No injuries were reported and no one seemed to be home at the time the fire started. The cause of the fire is under investigation by local officials.

On the scene were Middlehope, Cronomer Valley, Good-Will, Orange Lake and City of Newburgh Fire Departments.

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Home destroyed by fire On November 21st at 5:22 p.m., Moyers Corners was dispatched to a possible grease/kitchen fire in a residence.

Upon battalion chief 2's arrival, he found the two story home already well involved in flames and struck a Signal 99 before switching to outside operations. Engine 21 and Engine 31 each deployed two and a half inch hand lines while Truck 2 set up in front of the residence for masterstream operations.

Other companies operating at the scene included Moyers Corners Engine 41, Engine 32, Rescue 4 and Ladder 1, Mattydale Rescue 1 (RIT) and North Syracuse Engine 6. The fire was brought under control in 17 minutes, but the residence will most likely be deemed a total loss. One occupant was home at the time of the fire, and was transported by NOVA ambulance for smoke inhalation.

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Laugh your way to the bank with a stand-up comedy fund-raiser

JEFFREY ARNOLD

Rochester battles blaze Rochester, NY. Rochester firefighters responded on the afternoon of December 28 for the report of a house fire on North Goodman Street. Units arrived on scene with smoke showing from a two and a half story home. The blaze brought was under control in about 20 minutes and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Who needs to laugh more than the Fire Companies ---the first responders who deal with dangerous circumstances each and every day?

There’s an innovative concept for fund-raising developed by Joey Novick, who is a stand-up comedian and the Fire Commissioner in his hometown: Stand-up comedy shows.

Fire companies can get much-needed laughs and profit financially as well.

Novick's company, ComedyWorks, provides all-star headline comedians from HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime, Last Comic Standing, and the Tonight Show.

Novick’s been producing comedy shows since 1977, and has experience producing shows with such comedians as Jerry Seinfeld, Rosie O’Donnell, Larry The Cable Guy, and Tim Allen.

"The comedians were very funny, and very professional," wrote Mark Bruhmuller, Fire Chief of the Churchtown Fire Company of New York. “Joey Novick did an excellent job. Everybody loves to laugh, and it's a great deal of fun."

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"Mostly companies produce shows in their own facilities, which may hold 300–400 people," says Novick.

"We'll put together a show for them that will bring in comedians from major comedy clubs, with a headliner from HBO, Comedy Central, or the Tonight Show. The feature performer will be someone who's headlined the comedy circuit: Catch a Rising Star, the Improv, the Comedy Store. The host of the show will be a comedian who's very high-energy, like a gameshow host, to get the audience warmed up. A triple headliner show!”

The Somerset Fire Company of New Jersey produces two fundraisers a year through ComedyWorks.

"We've done about ten shows so far, and it's been great," says Mike Rein-

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"A friend of mine who had used Joey told me, 'This guy books really good acts.' So, we did the first show, everything was great, and we've been doing shows with Joey ever since."

"I find their people to be very funny," agrees Adam Hubney, chief of the Atlantic Highlands Volunteer Fire Department in New Jersey, which books comedians through ComedyWorks for its annual dinner.

"We have a professional comedy club in our county, and the quality is just as good."

Comedy Works provides a 30-page ‘How-To’ guide that assists organizations through the comedy show production and warns of mistakes to avoid. "We make sure they follow everything in the guide," says Novick. "If a company has never done this before, it gives you everything from you need to know. We make sure that things get done right.

Clients who follow the guide always do very well and tend to make money.”

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Two vehicle MVA Town of Newburgh, NY - On December 31, 2012 at approximately 9:50 a.m., the Winona Lake Engine Company was toned out for a two vehicle MVA involving a passenger car and a truck on Route 300 in front of Adams Fairacre Farms.

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Ellwood member mourned Richard J. Quattrini, a 45 year member of the Ellwood Volunteer Fire Company in Tonawanda was laid to rest on Tuesday, December 18, 2012.

Richard was an active member and served as chief from 1975 to 1976. He was chairman of its board of commissioners at the time of his death. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War.

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Ellwood's ladder along with Kenmore's ladder hung an American Flag over Englewood Avenue.

An honor guard of both departments lined the streets and saluted the pumper carrying the casket of Brother Richard J. Quattrini.

Ellwood members walked along the pumper from the funeral home to the church, passing the fire hall. He passed December 14, 2012.

A mass of christian burial was offered at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Our condolences go out to his family.

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Santa greets children at Winona Lake On Sunday, December 16, 2012, Santa greeted the children at Winona Lake Engine Company for their Annual Children's Christmas Party. Each child had the opportunity to sit with Santa and receive a gift. A clown also entertained the kids.

- DAVID KAZMIERCZAK

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Buffalo firefighters of the 4th Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a blaze in an occupied 2 1/2 frame dwelling at 734 Prospect Ave. on the City's West Side on December 21, 2012. Firefighters not only had to contend with the fire but also a fair amount of snow and icy roads. Two-one and three quarter inch hand lines were used along with 40 feet of ladders. Division Chief Patrick Brittzalaro put the damage at $6,000. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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4th Battalion leaders in Monroe County After elections, the fire departments located in the southwest corner of Monroe County elected the following individuals to lead their organizations in 2013.

Support your local JUMP TO FILE # fire departments. 010613106 They are 100% volunteer and routinely leave families, work, and meals to help neighbors. This includes raising funds, drills, meetings, and emergency responses.

With the economy down, less people have the time to volunteer, which occasionally results in short staffing for agencies. To rectify this situation, fire departments have been using an automatic mutual aid system. Incidentally, this system was first used in Monroe County in the early 80's and is now commonplace across the country. This system provides agreements with neighboring fire departments to be automatically dispatched to certain call types, times of day, special resources such as heavy rescues, aerial equipment, and as of late, manpower squads.

So, when you see a fire truck in your area that may not belong there, it's another neighbor coming to help, just a neighbor from a little further away. Fire departments are always looking for help. They will provide everything you need, from training to gear. Stop by your local firehouse.

Chili Fire Department officers are Chief Don Johnson, Deputy Chief Chuck Scheiber, Deputy Chief Jason Eliotto. Company 1: Battalion Chief Michael DaVia, Captain Andy Wilkinson, Lt. Roger Varner, Lt. Jim Mance.

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Churchville officers are Chief Scott Flagler, 1st Deputy Chief Jim Kurycki, 2nd Deputy Chief Andy Vargo, Captain Chris Buss, Lt. Todd Wainwright, Lt. Tom Hare, and Safety Officer Scott Lancaster.

Clifton Fire Department officers are Chief Brian Koster, 1st Assistant Chief Tom Harper, 2nd Assistant Chief Chris Trenton, Captain Charles Tytler, Lieutenants Jeff McNulty and Jim Noble.

Scottsville Fire Department elects officers in April. Currently, they are Chief, Jeff Brown, Assistant Chief Brian Ely, Assistant Chief Robert Valerio, Lieutenants Mike Connelie, Mike Melito, Luke Elasky and John Wihlen.

Mumford Fire Department officers are Chief Mike Lewis, Assistant Chief Dan Chapman, Captain. Chris Trewer, Lt. Tom McGinnis and Lt. Jason Klein.

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Firefighters from the Stewart Air Guard Fire Department were having some fun with a wig that they found near the scene of the gas explosions in the City of Newburgh on December 16th.

Buffalo firefighters of the 7th Battalion 4th Platoon were called out to battle a fire at 378 Edison St. in the city's Kensington section on December 29.

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The crew of Tri-Village ETA 33-21 together after making the initial attack on a basement fire.

Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 1st Platoon were called out to battle another blaze at 24 Moselle St. on Buffalo's East Side early Christmas morning.

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Captain Leising from Engine 35 uses a thermal imaging camera as Firefighter Hillyard directs the hoseline.

Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a blaze at 86 Dodge St. on the city's East Side on December 27th.

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Two January extrications for Rush On January 9, 2013 at 12:50 p.m. in Rush, NY, Rush P582 and A589 responded to a two vehicle MVA at I-390 southbound off ramp to Route 15. The first report was unknown injuries with smoke coming from one of the vehicles. Both vehicles contained the operators only. Both were belted and air-bags did deploy. One was trapped by the door.

Rush used an Action Towing truck that happened by the scene to move that car from the guardrail, which made it much easier and

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faster to pop the door off and get the driver out.

Henrietta ALS took the driver with possibly serious complications from the other car and Rush transported the female operator of the other car, who had a foot injury.

Both went to Strong Hospital. Witnesses stated that one car ran the red light. MCSO is investigating the crash.

Yesterday at about the same time, Rush FD & EMS was sent to a reported head on with people trapped on Route 15 at Route 251, about 500 feet south of today’s MVA location. P582, R588 and A589 responded. R588’s crew removed a door to get one person out.

Five female victims were transported to Strong Hospital by Rush and Henrietta Ambulance, all with non-life threatening injuries.

- ROBERT FAUGH

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Four pets killed, woman hospitalized in three-alarm Sparrowbush blaze Sparrowbush, NY. Fire destroyed a three family home located at 921 Route 42 in the Town of Deerpark just after the start of this year’s holiday season. Four pets lost their lives and an upper story tenant was hospitalized for burns and smoke inhalation in a fire that began mid-afternoon on November 30th.

The three alarm fire began in an upper story apartment where a grandmother and her two young granddaughters (ages 12 and 15) lived.

Ruled accidental by fire investigators, the fire is thought to have started in the grandmother’s bedroom.

The grandmother was taken to Westchester Medical Center and the children are being cared for by friends.

Scott Glynn, Sparrowbush Engine Company Chief, said the blaze brought 14 fire departments

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to the scene, an additional two on standby, and took about 45-60 minutes to bring under control. He noted that an initial lack of manpower and water supply due to the time of work day fire posed problems as the fire began. A collapsed roof presented problems for interior and exterior firefighters as the flames were battled from all sides.

The structure, belonging to Wayne McCutchen, was demolished as per discussions with the Town of Deerpark’s building inspector and supervisor who were on scene to access the situation.

Demolition was deemed necessary to allow firefighters to reach inaccessible areas after the collapse of the roof and upper floors.

- SHARON SIEGEL

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Buffalo Engine Co. 33 "The Big Dogs" put their new American LaFrance pumper in service Saturday, December 15, 2012. Larry Seguin was on hand. His son, Mike Seguin, died in the line of duty July 4, 1997. Larry was instrumental in getting the department it's first three thermal image cameras after Mike’s death. The Rev. Kenneth Williams, also a retired member of Engine Co. 33, gave a blessing of the rig. Refreshments were served to all on hand and many gave reflections of Mike and his life.

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Fire hits Troy building Troy, NY. An early morning fire on December 23rd caused extensive damage to a three story building in Troy. Crews were called to 559 Second Avenue for reports of a structure fire with flames shooting through the front doors. Firefighters from Troy and Watervliet battled the fire for several hours before getting it extinguished. One firefighter suffered a minor injury, but no other injuries were reported. The building was reportedly vacant and a cause remains under investigation.

Buffalo remembers propane explosion December 27, 2012 marked the 29th Anniversary of the tragic propane explosion at Box 191 N. Division St. and Grosvenor St. in Buffalo.

This year, Probationary Firefighter Nick Catanzaro was on hand.

Nick was only nine months old when his father, Michael, was killed along with four other members of Ladder Co. 5.

Ret. Division Chief Jack Supple was on hand along with Ret. Lt. Patrick Coghlan, who was assigned to Engine Co.33 the night of the

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blast.

Nick was sworn in o the Buffalo Fire Department on April 22, 2012 after graduating from the academy.

He was assigned to his father’s Ladder Co. 5, located at Seneca and Swan Streets in the Larkin District.

Division Chief Donald McFeely gave words of reflection and noted that most of the current firefighters at the memorial were not even born

at the time of the blast. He also said to not only remember our five killed here, but all of the 117, who have died in the line of duty. D.C. McFeely also gave the placement of the destroyed apparatus that fateful night.

The other Brothers taken that day were Firefighter Matthew Colpoys Sr., Firefighter Michael Austin, Firefighter James Lickfeld and Firefighter Anthony Waszkielewicz.

- DAVID KAZMIERCZAK

KEVIN BRAUTLACHT

Buffalo Fire Department battles blaze On January 6, 2013, Buffalo firefighters responded to a structure fire at 66 Longnecker Street in the city's Lovejoy section.

First due Engine 28 arrived and reported that they had smoke showing from a two and a half story wood frame and were laying in a hoseline.

The crew from Engine 28

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quickly located the fire that was on the first floor and knocked it down.

As firefighters were finishing extinguishing the fire and checking for extension, they located and removed a cat from the home.

Firefighters and paramedics from Rural/Metro ambulance company attempted to revive the animal without success. Damage was listed as $20,000 to the building and $10,000 to the contents.

The cause was listed as improper use of a dryer.

- KEVIN BRAUTLACHT

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The body of Lt. Mike Chiapperini arrives on a West Webster fire engine.

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Lt. Mike Chiapperini's casket is carried by his brother firefighters from the West Webster Fire Department.

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Honoring the ultimate sacrifice made by Lt. Mike Chiapperini

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Funeral services held for slain West Webster firefighters Webster, NY. Funeral services were held for the two West Webster firefighters who were fatally shot Christmas Eve Day on Lake Road in Webster.

Calling hours for both Lt. Mike Chiapperini and Tomasz Kaczowka were held at Webster JUMP TO FILE # Schroeder High 010113101 School on December 28th and 29th.

The funeral service for Chiapperini was held December 30. He was buried, with honors, in West Webster Cemetery.

A funeral mass for Kaczowka took place December 31, at St. Stanislaus Church in Rochester. He was buried at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Thousands of fire, EMS and law enforcement personnel from across the United States and Canada attended the services to pay respects to their fallen brothers.

Two other firefighters, Theodore Scardino and Joseph Hofsetter are recovering from wounds suffered in the attack at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

- JEFFREY ARNOLD

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Firefighter Kaczowka is carried from the church by his brother firemen from West Webster.

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Emergency personnel stand at attention for Tomasz Kaczowka.

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Eight displaced in Buffalo Buffalo firefighters of the 4th Battalion 4th Platoon were called out to battle a fire in early morning hours of January 9th at 420 Hoyt St. on the City's West Side. Engine Co. 19 had smoke showing on the first floor and went in with a one and three quarter inch hand line. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The fire displaced five adults and three children. The Red Cross was called.

Damage was extensive.

Firefighters brave extreme cold to save two hikers On January 3, 2013, Elsmere Fire Department, Slingerlands Fire for their heavy rescue and Albany County EMS were dispatched to the shore of the Normanskill Creek of the "Yellow Brick Road" in the Town of Bethlehem around 4 p.m. for two hikers down the embankment along the side of the creek.

One hiker had fallen in the creek injuring his leg and the other hiker got wet trying to help his friend out of the water. Elsmere Chief Jim Reagan heard two subjects calling for help from the Albany side of the creek. Chief

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Reagan requested assistance from the Albany Fire Department in an attempt to rescue the men.

A group of Albany firefighters had to trek a quarter mile through a steep traverse, through the woods, ice and deep snow to the shore according to Albany Fire Chief Robert Forezzi. Rather than send any more personnel in that way, officials decided to approach the site from the Bethlehem side of the

creek.

They used ropes, a pulley and a Zodiac boat, to rescue the two hikers, bringing them over swift currents to the Bethlehem side. Neither hiker was seriously injured, though one had a leg injury and both spent about three hours in the extreme cold. No firefighters were injured.

Both hikers were transported to the hospital for exposure.

Chief Forezzi stated that "it was a technical rescue."

- TOM HEFFERNAN

BOB ROOT

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Town of Newburgh, NY - At a little after 7 p.m. on December 15, 2012, the Middlehope Fire Department and the Town of Newburgh Emergency Medical Services were called to 5516 Route 9W at Conway and Pine Roads for an overturned vehicle over a guard rail. One patient was out of the vehicle, but injured.

The patient was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

BOOT drive On December 29th, members from Lakewood, Busti, Celoron and Panama (NY) combined forces in a joint Boot Drive for the West Webster Firefighters. We would like to thank our community for standing by all of us and supporting our brothers.

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Christmas morning fire Buffalo firefighters of the 7th Battalion 1st Platoon were visited by the Grinch early Christmas morning. Firefighters were called out to 85 Greely St. near the city's Black Rock section.

The fire came in around 1:15 a.m. in a two and a half frame dwelling. The fire was in the attic on arrival. Two-one and three quarter inch hand lines were used. One firefighter was treated for an eye injury. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Damage was extensive.

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Multiple roofs hamper efforts On January 5, 2012 at 6:50 a.m., Westfield Fire was alerted to a working fire at 19 Cottage Street in Westfield. The blaze, which ripped through the four apartment house with expanded additions, required six departments and the Chautauqua County Technical Rescue team providing FAST operations. Chief Pacanowski stated eight residents required medical attention for smoke inhalation. Multiple roofs with tin roofing over it hampered firefighting efforts.

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Resident rescued from fire Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a blaze at 86 Dodge St. on the city's East side. Firefighters of Ladder Co. 6 rescued a resident trapped in a second floor window. The men of Ladder Co. 6 raised a ground ladder and brought the man to safety.

Engine Co. 2 was involved in a traffic accident on Virginia St. while responding to this fire. No injuries were reported to the firefighters or civilians. The fire started on the first floor and extended to the second floor. All the other occupants made it out safely. Damage to the structure was $130,000.00. No injuries were reported and the rescued man refused medical treatment.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

DAVID KAZMIERCZAK

Fire caused by dryer Buffalo firefighters of the 6th Battalion 3rd Platoon were called out to battle a blaze at 66 Longnecker St. in the City's Lovejoy section on January 6th. Mr. Richard Fontana the district councilman was at the fire scene. The fire was started by clothes to close to a dryer. Firefighters brought out one cat, but it could not be revived. Three others were still missing. All the occupants escaped without injury. Firefighters used three-one and three quarter inch hand lines and 40 feet of ladders. Damage was listed at $30,000.

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The Boght Fire Department was called to the Green Lantern Motel on Loudon Road for a reported structure fire. The motel is actually a series of small cabins and upon arrival, crews were met with a heavy smoke condition coming from one of the cabins.

Firefighters had to force entry into the building and were able to

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Boght Fire Chief Eric Clough says motel employees were trying to thaw pipes with a heat gun and the gun either malfunctioned or was left on too long and became

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The temperature at the time was 26 degrees and Clough says they had no problems fighting the fire because of the cold. He says they may have had problems if the fire had happened 24 hours earlier, when the temperature was 30 degree colder.

The Latham Fire Department provided mutual aid.

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Manhole explosions in Newburgh City of Newburgh, NY. On December 16, 2012 at a little after 1 p.m., firefighters from the City of Newburgh were alerted to multiple manhole explosions near Broadway and Carpenter Avenue.

Many residents were forced to evacuate and three firefighters received minor injuries after the underground explosion occurred. The explosion occurred underground also causing windows to shatter in a nearby building and tossing glass onto bystanders. Central Hudson cut power to thousands and crews were needed to inspect underground wiring that short-circuited. Fire departments on the scene included the City of Newburgh, West Point and Stewart Airport's Air Guard. One of Newburgh's engines had minor damage from the explosion.

Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 1st Platoon were called out to a structure fire in a two and a half story frame dwelling at 137 Krupp Ave. on the city's East Side on January 7, 2013. Several one and three quarter inch hand lines were laid in. Damage to the structure was listed at $5,000. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Neighbors reported someone fleeing the scene before the blaze. The structure was vacant.

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Several lines needed in Buffalo Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 4th Platoon were called out to battle a blaze at 45 Cambridge Ave. on the city's East Side on January 8th. Firefighters used several one and three quarter inch hand lines and 40 feet of ladders. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Five adults and four children were displaced by the fire. The Red Cross was called out to assist them. Damage was moderate.

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Faulty space heater may be cause of fire

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The administrative side Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 1st Platoon were called out to battle a blaze at 174 Herman St. on Buffalo's East Side on December 23rd. The fire in the one and a half story frame dwelling was well involved on arrival of Engine Co. 3. Dispatchers notified companies that people might be trapped. Acting 3rd Battalion Chief Jeffery Stauffiger requested an additional engine and ladder company. Firefighters used three-one and three quarter inch hand lines and 50 feet of ladders to bring the fire under control. Damage to the structure was $60,000 and no injuries were reported. The cause may be a faulty space heater. The occupants were displaced just two days before Christmas.

South Lockport holds 70th Anniversary installation It was a year in planning for the members as South Lockport Volunteer Fire Company celebrated their 70th Anniversary. At 6 p.m., the dinner that all were waiting for was available. The Niagara County Fire Coordinator, Jonathan Schultz was the master of JUMP TO FILE # 010713116 ceremonies, full of interesting facts and quick shots at a few of the firefighter.

Fire Chief Derek Caldwell gave his chief’s report and welcome. President Peter Smith talked about the new road and the positive new ventures that South Lockport is taking.

Nancy Brooks from the Town of Lockport installed the officers, as she has done for so many years.

During the ceremonies, a very special award was given to a young man from the special needs home. He is a friend of many at the South Lockport, including 1st Assistant Chief Tim Glaser.

Rickie always wanted to a fireman and because of things he could not control, it didn't happen...until South Lockport Volunteers stepped in this night. Ricky was given an honorary membership to the South Lockport, a standing ovation and the smile said it all.

South Lockport handled over 1,239 calls in 2012. The ladies auxiliary bought the firemen and new specialized chain saw, much needed for the rescue.

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Third alarm in the City of Newburgh On December 18, 2012 at approximately 6 p.m., City of Newburgh firefighters were called to 4043 Bayview Terrace for Box Alarm 3140. City chiefs arrived to find a three story OMD with fire in the walls and requesting mutual aid departments to the scene. Firefighters quickly opened windows, vented the roof and went to work to locate the seat the fire. They continued chasing the fire and found it in one of the exposures as well. Crews made quick progress, but had heavy fire showing for quite some time. The bulk of the fire was knocked down at a little before 7:30 p.m., but crews continued to open walls and ceilings. The fire is under investigation by local officials.

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First arriving crews reported a vacant two story wood frame at 461 Fillmore with heavy fire on the first floor. Multiple hoselines were stretched into the building and crews were fighting the fire offensively when the fire began to extend to the second floor. Due to heavy fire conditions and the presence of a mansard style roof, command ordered all firefighters out of the building and fought the fire defensively. Several handlines, two ladder pipes and a deck gun were used to control the fire. Damage was listed as $50,000. The cause is under investigation by the fire marshals.

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In memory of those who gave all 1st Responder Newspaper honors and remembers emergency responders lost in the line of duty North Carolina: John McClelland Hall, 48

Rank: Deputy Fire Marshal Incident Date:11/3/2012 Death Date: 11/7/2012 Fire Department: Bladen County Emergency Services Fire Dept. Info: Emergency Services Director Bradley Kinlaw Initial Summary: Deputy Fire Marshal Hall responded to and actively participated in fighting a fire in the Carvers Creek Community. He was also the primary investigator of the fire. During the incident, Hall fell ill and was put on bed rest. Several days later, he was taken to the hospital where he passed away from a heart related cause.

North Carolina: Walter M. Summerville III, 55

Rank: Fire Chief Incident Date:11/6/2012 Death Date: 11/7/2012 Fire Department: Kernersville Fire Rescue Department Fire Dept. Info: Interim Fire Chief Terry Crouse Initial Summary: Fire Chief Summerville responded with his fire department to a triple shooting incident. Near the end of the incident, Summerville complained to fellow firefighters that he didn’t feel well and went to sit in one of the department vehicles while the incident finished up. The following day while at work, Chief Summerville complained again to coworkers that he still did not feel well and departed work early for home. A short time later, Summerville was discovered by a family member passed away from an apparent heart attack.

Michigan: John T. Sayles, 38 Rank: Captain Incident Date: 11/13/2012 Death Date: 11/14/2012 Fire Department: Pentwater Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Terry Cluchey Initial Summary: Fire Captain Sayles responded with his fire department to a working residential structure fire. Fewer than twenty-four hours later, Sayles was at home when he experienced chest pain and difficulty breathing. Emergency assistance was summoned and he was transported to the hospital. After being evaluated and while being transported to a second hospital for surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm, it ruptured, resulting in Captain Sayles death.

Pennsylvania: Chris Good, 36

Rank: Captain Incident Date: 11/21/2012 Death Date: 11/22/2012 Fire Department: Good Will Fire Company Fire Dept. Info: Dale McClure Initial Summary: Captain Good died of possible cardiac arrest within 24 hours of working an active house fire in West Goshen Township.

Rhode Island: David M. Mowbray, 52 Rank: Captain Incident Date: 02/05/2012 Death Date: 11/24/2012 Fire Department: North Kingstown Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Fenwick Gardiner Initial Summary: Captain Mowbray passed away at home after being taken to the hospital and treated for a broken back injury suffered while he was at the scene of an emergency medical call earlier in the year.

Pennsylvania:

Michael Martin, 51 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 11/27/2012 Death Date: 11/27/2012 Fire Department: PPL Susquehanna LLC Fire Dept. Info: Pending Initial Summary: Firefighter Martin passed away while participating in a first responder training program at the Luzerne County Community College Public Safety Training Institute. Martin, an employee of PPL Susquehanna, was employed at the PPL nuclear power plant in Salem Township and was part of the company's on-site fire brigade. During a SCBA portion of the training, Martin required medical assistance. The on-site trainer began to administer CPR and a college official called 911. An ambulance transported Firefighter Martin to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center where he succumbed to his injury.

Investigation into the incident continues by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Illinois: Timothy P. Jansen, Jr., 45 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 12/02/2012 Death Date: 12/02/2012 Fire Department: Santa Fe Fire Protection District Fire Dept. Info: Adam Maue Initial Summary: Firefighter Jansen was struck and killed by a fire truck at the scene of a house fire. Jansen was on the first fire apparatus to arrive at scene and was standing outside the vehicle when he was hit. Firefighter Jansen was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, where he passed away from his injuries.

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Jalen Smith, 20 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: 11/30/2012 Death Date: 12/03/2012 Fire Department: Jackson Heights Volunteer Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: M. Terence Thompson Initial Summary: Enroute to the firehouse in response to a tractor accident in the area, Firefighter Smith was riding in a personally owned vehicle that according to preliminary reports was forced to take evasive action and crashed.

Three members of Jackson Heights Fire Department were involved in the single vehicle rollover and all were taken to the hospital. Smith passed away from injuries sustained during the rollover; he was reported to have been ejected from the vehicle. The other two firefighters were treated and released the night of the accident.

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On December 1, 2012, the Monticello Fire Department played host to the second statewide flashover training.

This training opportunity was put together through an initiative between the New York Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC) and the Holbrook Fire Department in Holbrook, NY. The Holbrook Fire Department was able to receive the flashover training facility through internal fundraising and with a grant through a State Legislative Member Item. Upon receipt of the facility, The Holbrook Fire Department used it, but due to the amount of smoke it produced and the dense population of their district, they found that by partnering with the NYSAFC, their trailer could travel throughout the state and allow firefighters in areas that don’t have the ability to train in this evolution, as the perfect training opportunity to learn fire and flashover development and behavior.

The training facility is designed to teach students how to observe different patterns in fire behavior, from the incipient stage to being placed in a fight between the fire and your life.

The training consists of teaching firefighters the changes in fire patterns, improper ventilation techniques that can cause a flashover, the warning signs of a pending flashover and flashover injuries.

Before any live fire training, each participant must spend three hours in the classroom first.

Paul Melfi, the associations hands on training coordinator, present for the Monticello training stated, “The associations Board of Directors has committed to re-

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gional training around the state.

Spring classes are being planned at this time. As we travel around the state in 2013, we will be implementing the use of thermal imaging cameras during this training.

The truth is that many departments have TIC’s, but are unable or do not conduct proper training on them.”

Approximately 120 students attended this two weekend event in Monticello. Firefighters from all over Sullivan County and as far away as the Binghamton area and the Greene-Dreher Fire Department in Pennsylvania attended the drills.

“We were fortunate enough that we bring this advanced training to the area from the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs”, Marc Friedland, Monticello Chief of Department stated.

Chief Melfi further said that if any department in New York State is interested in conducting this type of training or for further information, they should call the main office of NYSAFC in East Schodack, NY at (518) 477-2631 and ask for Sue Revoir. She will send an application to your department and the process will be started to get the training brought to your location.

With the winter weather coming, the next classes are being planned for the spring time. The trailer will be on display at the Chiefs Show at Turning Stone in Verona, NY in June 2013.

- ROB CARNELL

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A class act, 3rd Battalion Chief William "Bill" Cunningham on the eve of his retirement of 35 years with the Buffalo Fire Department passed his collar stars to Captain Paul Graham of Engine Co. 3. Captain Graham is in line for one of the upcoming vacancies as chief in the Buffalo Fire Department Paul's father was a lieutenant with the Buffalo Fire Department, serving at Truck Company 1 and Chief Cunningham's dad was

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Early this year I read a “Letter to the Editor” from a weekly upstate New York County newspaper. The writer indicated that his homeowner’s insurance policy had gone up from $600 per year to over $1,000 per year. When he called the insurance company, he was told that his fire protection class rating had gone from a 6/7 to a 10.I doubt if most property owners, or firefighters for that matter, realize that insurance carriers base their overall policy fees on these ratings of the local fire department, which in this case, are done by the Insurance Service Organization, known as ISO. A 10 is the worst rating assigned to properties that are far from any fire station or fire hydrants. An ISO rating of 1 is the best, with very few fire departments achieving this prestigious

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killed in World War II. His B-17 bomber was shot down over France in 1943.

Good Luck to both and stay safe brothers. The transfer took place in the quarters of Engine Company 3 on Saturday evening, December 15, 2012.

- DAVID KAZMIERCZAK

rating.

The writer of the “Letter to the Editor” challenged the $633 increase. He just so happened to be the chairman of his local fire district and knew that his home was actually an ISO rating 6 because he was less than 5 miles from the fire house and there was a hydrant within 1,000 feet of his home.

After checking on his complaint, the firefighter and his family are receiving a refund. The insurance company claimed there was a computer error. He ends the letter by saying, “please check your bills for accuracy, especially when you see a jump in your rate.”

I checked my own insurance policy renewal and noted that I was listed as being an ISO rating 4 when, in fact, the fire department where I reside and serve as a volunteer firefighter has an ISO rating of 3. I called the insurance company, and they reduced my insurance premium by $140. I urge you to do the same with your most recent annual bill.

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This scene would take many from various agencies all working together

Wolcottsville elite rescue battles bitter cold The weather finally turned in Western New York and it didn't take long for the accidents to start piling up.

Wolcottsville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue were toned out for an accident on Akron Road

by Dewerst. It was reported as a two car with people bleeding.

As the chief responded, he was updated to a possible unconscious male driver not breathing in one of the cars and a number of other injuries. Mercy Flight was alerted and heading to the scene. The chief also called in Rural Metro paramedics, Rapids Advance Life Support Ambulance and Fire Police.

A Niagara County Sheriff Deputy used his issued window punch to break out the driver side window so personnel could gain

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entry to the patients. New York State Police assisted in helping the walking wounded and carrying in equipment.

Wolcottsville was on scene within minutes and its engine with an elite rescue team jumped into action. Wolcottsville EMS teams were all over the victims making sure all proper care was provided.

The EMS crews from Rural and Rapids handled their patients and the paramedics worked on the critical driver.

Mercy Flight medics were out of the helicopter and in the back of the warm ambulance at the same time the victim was removed from

the car. Another EMS crew worked on the young female driver, who was able to self-extricate herself.

Taking no chances the Rapid Take Down was used to secure her to a backboard.

A hand line was pulled and charged at the scene in case any of the liquids that spilled ignited. The patient was checked over by the Mercy Flight medics, carried to the waiting helicopter and flown to ECMC Trauma Center.

Battling the bitter cold and the wind whipping across the wide open fields, all personnel worked together to make sure the patients got the best care, the scene was safe, no one got hurt and the road was opened as soon as possible.

Christmas Day fire for Buffalo Buffalo firefighters of the 3rd Battalion 1st Platoon were called out to battle another blaze at 24 Moselle St. on Buffalo's East Side early Christmas morning. An alert Buffalo news delivery truck driver saw the smoke and flames coming from the structure and called the fire department. Someone tried setting the same house afire on the previous evening, but fire crews made quick work of rubbish set in the back stairway of the two and a half frame structure. Firefighters used three-two and a half inch hand lines and one tower ladder on the fully involved structure. Division Chief Donald McFeely went defensive and pulled firefighters out of the building. Damage was listed at $50,000. No injuries were reported and the cause appears to be arson. The second fire was called in around 6:35 a.m.

- STEPHEN WALLACE

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Santa visits Moyers Corners

HEATHER PILLSWORTH

Santa (aka Tony Donato) rode on Washingtonville's ladder at the Annual Holiday Lights Parade.

Santa's ride ended at the village square, where he lit the Christmas tree.

On Saturday December 22nd, Santa Claus once again made his annual trip to the Moyers Corners Fire District to visit with the local families. Santa and his trusty helpers, the firefighters from station four, visited over a dozen neighborhoods in just over four hours. Santa and the firefighters gave out candy canes and holiday cheer to all they encountered.

Santa eventually had to leave the Moyers Corners firefighters to return to the North Pole and prepare for his 'round the world trip, but the children of their district can rest assured he'll be back this time next year.

This tradition is in it's tenth

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year and is extremely well received by the public. Each year, the crews strategically place yard signs that indicate "Santa is Stopping here, check www.mcfd.org for details".

Moyers Corners Fire Department protects over 70,000 residents in the Town of Clay with four fire stations, and what better way to interact with the public than to escort the "big man" around in the big red trucks!

- MICHAEL HOOSOCK