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DRIVER STABLE AFTER DRIVING INTO RIVER
FERNANDO VILLICANA
On July 15 at 1:59 p.m., a car swerved off the 91 Freeway/Imperial Hwy and through a chain link fence at high speed, hurling the vehicle into the river. The driver was trapped and in need of rescue. Units from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and OCFA successfully extracted the driver out of the vehicle through mud and water. - See full story on pages 12
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JOSEPH AMADOR
Flood control rescue in San Diego On a night, May 14th, that saw San Diego firefighters and lifeguards busy because of rain related emergencies, heavy flooding on Midway Dr. in Midway District caused several vehicles and their occupants to become trapped in about three feet of water. The area affected was between Rosecrans and Barnett. Six people and one dog had to be rescued from the flooded area and brought to safety. All victims are without injuries and unknown dollar/damage loss.
VENTURA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire and law enforcement agencies work together to locate two victims trapped in a crash Camarillo, CA. The Ventura County Fire Department worked closely with local emergency response agencies to rescue two people trapped in a vehicle that went over the side of Yerba Buena west of Mulholland on Sunday, July 12, 2015. At approximately 1:00 a.m., the California Highway Patrol received a 911 call from a male who was trapped inside a vehicle somewhere in the Santa Monica mountains. Ventura County Fire along with CHP, firefighters from Los Angeles County and an L.A. County Fire helicopter worked together for an hour to search for the vehicle. “GPS tracking isn’t always ac-
JUMP TO FILE #071415106 curate or reliable on mobile phones, which can create a challenge for dispatchers when identifying the exact location of a caller,” said VCFD Battalion Chief Kelly White. “Being aware of your location and surroundings provides the detail to the dispatchers, who can then dispatch resources with greater location accuracy. These important location details can help first responders quickly locate emergency callers.” Using dispatcher information and GPS from one of the victim's
cell phones, the vehicle was found an hour later about 15 feet off the highway, overturned with two people trapped inside. Two men were successfully rescued from the vehicle and taken to a local hospital with minor injuries. “We work and train with other agencies for situations just like this one,” said Ventura County Assistant Chief Andy Ortega. “Close professional relationships increase the potential for positive outcomes during search and rescue cases. In this rare incident, everyone’s actions directly contributed to locating and safely rescuing these victims.” - VENTURA COUNTY FD
Second fatal structure fire in two days KENT CULLOM
Hughson celebrates 100 years The Hughson FPD, Stanislaus County, CA celebrated it's 100th anniversary on Saturday, June 20th, 2015 with a housing of the new pumper, a 2014 Pierce-Impel 1750/750/35 foam. Also in picture is their 1931 Chevy/FD Chemical Hose Wagon.
Firefighters responded to a reported structure fire in El Mirage, with initial reports of a subject trapped inside on May 20th. Upon firefighter arrival, they immediately conducted an interior search and found an elderly female unconscious in a back bedroom. They quickly brought her to safety and started life saving measures to no avail. Firefighters rescued ten dogs from the burning home. Within 50 minutes, twelve San Bernardino County firefighters had the fire contained to the kitchen and living room area of the double-wide mobile home. Prior to firefighter arrival, the
JUMP TO FILE #052115102 male occupant smelled smoke and found the kitchen on fire. He notified his wife there was a fire and then immediately tried to extinguish the blaze utilizing a garden hose, however the fire spread too quickly and he was forced to exit the home. During this time, an adult daughter arrived at the home and located her mother in a bedroom and began administering CPR. She was quickly overcome by smoke and had to evacuate the residence. This is the second fatality from a
structure fire in the High Desert in two days. On the evening of May 18th, a male adult and his five dogs perished when a fire occurred at his home in Phelan. For more information, refer to press release at www.sbcfire.org under latest news. Both fires remain under investigation by San Bernardino County Fire and Sheriff Investigators. The origin of today’s fire is the kitchen. Both surviving occupants were treated and released at the scene. There were no working smoke detectors inside the home. Damage estimates are unknown at this time. - TRACEY MARTINEZ
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Anaheim responds to accident with serious injuries At 10:38 p.m. on July 14th, Anaheim Fire and Rescue and OCFA responded to multi casualty incident. A man driving a pickup truck slammed into a Cal Trans vehicle on the right shoulder of the 91frwy east of the 57 fry. Both the driver of the pick up truck and a Cal Trans worker were transported to a nearby hospital. The driver of the truck sustained serious injuries and the Cal Trans worker suffered only minor injuries.
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Second alarm with explosions in Orcutt Santa Barbara County and Santa Maria firefighters battled a working structure fire in Orcutt. Calls came in to county dispatch before 7 p.m. for a fire with explosions on Sunnyside Drive. Smoke was visible as crews responded, and arrived to find an exterior fire that extended to the house. Multiple lines were pulled to protect exposures and initiate fire attack. A second alarm was pulled bringing a total of five engines and several chiefs from the county, and one engine, truck, breathing support and battalion chief from Santa Maria City. Cause of the fire was a propane barbecue that was set too close to the house. Strong winds also played a factor to the fire spread.
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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
Pennsylvania: Curtis E. Nordsick, 71 Rank: Fire Police Lieutenant Incident Date: April 19, 2015 Death Date: April 19, 2015 Fire Department: Wrightsville Steam Engine & Hose Company #1 Initial Summary: Fire Police Lieutenant Nordsick responded to the scene of a homicide to assist with traffic control and scene safety. Nordsick reportedly returned to the fire station and, after complaining that he wasn’t feeling well, collapsed. Lieutenant Nordsick was immediately attended to in the fire house and then transported to Memorial Hospital where he passed away. The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be determined.
Incident Date: May 6, 2015 Death Date: May 6, 2015 Fire Department: Washington DC Fire Department Initial Summary: While working at the scene of a high rise apartment building fire, Lieutenant McRae went into cardiac arrest and collapsed. According to media reports, McRae, in charge of the first due engine and crew, had just exited the structure after fighting the fire in a 9th floor apartment for 50 minutes. Lieutenant McRae was transported to the Washington Hospital Center where he was pronounced dead. Two others, including one firefighter, suffered non-life threatening injuries in the incident which remains under investigation by authorities.
Montana: Larry Wayne Lawhorn, 60 Rank: Engineer/Firefighter Incident Date: May 3, 2015 Death Date: May 3, 2015 Fire Department: Orchard Farm Fire Protection District Initial Summary: Engineer-Firefighter Lawhorn was responding to a mutual aid structure fire when the fire department tanker he was driving left the roadway and came to a rest in a field. Firefighter Lawhorn, who was alone in the vehicle, was found by other emergency responders as they were returning from the fire call. Resuscitative efforts were attempted but Lawhorn was pronounced dead at the scene from a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be determined.
Oklahoma: Jason Farley, 46 Rank: Captain Incident Date: May 23, 2015 Death Date: May 24, 2015 Fire Department: Claremore Fire Department Initial Summary: At 2230hrs on 05/23/2015, the Claremore Fire Department was called to rescue about 10 people caught inside of several residential units due to rising flood waters. While assisting with the water rescue, Captain Farley was swept into a flooded storm drain where he got trapped and drowned. Captain Farley's body was recovered approximately two hours after the water rescue began. Another firefighter who was also swept into the storm drain suffered non-fatal injuries. All of the residents were rescued without injury.
Kansas: Mike Corn, 68 Rank: Training Officer/Firefighter Incident Date: April 27, 2015 Death Date: April 27, 2015 Fire Department: Conway Springs Fire Department Initial Summary: While putting on gear at the station preparing to respond to a fire call, Training Officer/Firefighter Corn collapsed. Fellow responders immediately provided medical assistance but Corn succumbed to his injury, the nature and cause of which is still to be determined.
Tennessee: Christopher Michael Blankenship, 41 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 3, 2015 Death Date: May 3, 2015 Fire Department: Madison County Fire Department Initial Summary: While working at the scene of a motor vehicle accident with fire, Firefighter Blankenship was seriously injured when a tree at the scene fell on top of him. Firefighters quickly removed the tree from Blankenship and rendered medical aid. Blankenship was then transported to the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Georgia: Ricky Thurman, 54 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: April 24, 2015 Death Date: May 4, 2015 Fire Department: Swainsboro Fire Department Initial Summary: While operating at the scene of a structure fire on April 24, 2015 Lieutenant Thurman suddenly went into cardiac arrest. Immediate efforts to revive Lt. Thurman were successful and he was airlifted to Regents University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia where he passed away on May 4, 2015.
Pennsylvania: Timothy T. Peters, 46 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 30, 2015 Death Date: April 30, 2015 Fire Department: Pine Grove Hose, Hook and Ladder Fire Co. No. 1 Initial Summary: Firefighter Peters responded to a medical assistance call with his fire company on the afternoon of April 30, 2015. Later that evening at 1930hrs, Peters was stricken by an apparent heart attack at his residence. Emergency responders were summoned and treated Peters then transported him to the hospital where he succumbed to his injury. Washington DC: Kevin McRae, 44 Rank: Lieutenant
Mississippi: Dwight Greer, 44 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 6, 2015 Death Date: May 6, 2015 Fire Department: Philadelphia Fire Department Initial Summary: Approximately one hour after returning to quarters from a carbon monoxide response call, Firefighter Greer suffered a cardiac related medical emergency at the station while participating in fire department mandated physical training. Greer was treated by fellow responders and transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injury.
Maine: David Bourget, 59 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 23, 2015 Death Date: May 23, 2015 Fire Department: Phippsburg Fire Department Initial Summary: At 1900hrs, several members of the Phippsburg Fire Department, including Firefighter Bourget, gathered at the station in preparation to work a fireworks display standby detail. At 1940hrs, the fire department members started to leave the station to work the detail. Firefighter Bourget was driving a tanker truck, but only got to the station’s driveway apron when he suddenly fell ill. Firefighter Bourget was treated by paramedics at the scene and transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be reported. Tennessee: Terrance Morgan Pryor, 48 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: May 25, 2015 Death Date: May 25, 2015 Fire Department: Memphis Fire Department Initial Summary: Several hours after responding to the last emergency call of his shift, Lieutenant Pryor became ill and passed away at his residence. The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be reported.
Wisconsin: Dale J. Wege, 59 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 31, 2015 Death Date: June 1, 2015 Fire Department: Pine Lake Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Wege responded to an emergency medical call at 1812hrs on May 31st. The following day at 1556hrs, Wege was found collapsed at home without a pulse and not breathing. Firefighter Wege was treated by fellow responders and transported to St. Mary’s Hospital in Rhinelander where he was pronounced deceased at 1645hrs. The nature and cause and fatal injury are still to be determined..
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SONNY SAGHERA
Hazardous materials leak for Heartland
VENTURA COUNTY FIRE
Firefighters to ride 500 miles to raise awareness of high cancer rates in the fire service Camarillo, CA. During the week of August 16 - 22, 2015, a battalion chief, fire nurse and retired fire engineer from the Ventura County Fire Department will join other firefighters on a 500-mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise awareness of cancer dangers faced by firefighters. On Saturday, August 22, the FireVelo-Firefighter Cancer Awareness Bike Ride will pass through Ventura County as firefighters near the end of their journey from the San Francisco Bay to the Santa Monica Pier. Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) personnel participating in the seven day California ride, include Battalion Chief Steve Winter, a 28- year veteran and cancer survivor, along with Robin Shedlosky, R.N., and Cindy Gordon, a firefighter engineer who recently retired after 30 years with VCFD. “I didn’t think it would happen to me when I was diagnosed with cancer four years ago,” said Battalion Chief Winter. “For the second year, I’m dedicating my seven day, 500-mile ride to advocating for protection, early detection and awareness of this rapidly growing disease that’s attacking firefighters.” An increasing number of stud-
El Cajon, CA. At 7:20 a.m. Monday morning, July 6th, Heartland Fire & Rescue crews from El Cajon were dispatched to a report of a bleach spill in the parking lot of the 500 block of West Bradley Ave. Workers from Abcana Industries, a pool manufacturing/supply company, discovered the leak when they arrived to work at 5:30 a.m. Fire crews arrived on scene within five minutes and conducted atmospheric readings utilizing gas
JUMP TO FILE #070715116 monitors, which revealed readings to be in the normal range. San Diego City and County Hazardous Materials teams were called out to further investigate. Businesses in the area and the street remained opened, as there were no public health or life safety issues. Hazardous Materials teams
determined that a 4000 gallon tank containing bleach leaked approximately 2000 gallons. A secondary containment area was in place to contain any potential runoff from spills or leaks, but that also failed, subsequently leading to the spill to the parking lot and storm drain. A private environmental cleaning company was on scene assisting crews with the cleanup. - SONNY SAGHERA
JUMP TO FILE #081215120 ies show that firefighters have higher rates of cancer than the general population. Cancers of the brain, digestive and urinary systems account for most of the reported cases. Prolonged and repeated exposure to chemicals in smoke, soot and other contaminants during the course of a firefighter’s career are the primary causes of elevated risks. Before completing the final leg of their journey, more than 35 FireVelo cyclists will stop at Ventura County Fire Station 56 on Saturday, August 22, between 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. to present a gift to the Department and family of VCFD firefighter Steven Gregory, who died of cancer in August 2007 at the age of 46. As a tribute to Gregory, his name will be included in a list of fallen firefighters emblazoned on the sleeve of the team’s riding jerseys. Fire Station 56 is located at 11855 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu.
- VENTURA COUNTY FIRE
RIGO LANDEROS
Fillmore tackles dwelling fire
On June 29, 2015, Fillmore City Fire Department responded to a single story family dwelling structure fire at 542 Kensington Dr.in Fillmore. Fire was contained to the main structure and extension to adjacent structures
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Patient refusal CHAPLAINS CORNER Pastor Fernando Villicana
Talk about frustration. You arrive on scene and someone in need of medical care refuses treatment AMA – “against medical advice.” Sizing up the situation, you determine the individual really needs to be transported. But legally, you cannot force them. Your best efforts to convince that person has failed. The situation is frustrating. It’s not that you don’t care. Frequently you’re called out in the wee hours of the morning. You go, not only out of duty, but because you care. Nor is it like you’re not well prepared. You’ve studied, passed test after test, and perhaps had years
of experience. Refusing treatment is risky – “this person really needs to go!” By ignoring the problem, your fear is that the subject’s health will deteriorate. A simple issue treated now could head off a major catastrophe tomorrow. What’s more, with treatment, the patient would actually feel better. But they refuse, insisting on their own stubborn way. You shake your head and wonder. The Bible tells us that Jesus our Savior stands at the door of your heart and knocks. “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any one hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him…” (Revelation 3:20). Have you opened that door, the door to your heart or are you unwisely refusing His care, ADA – against divine advice?
FERNANDO VILLICANA
Driver stable after driving into river On July 15 at 1:59 p.m., a car swerved off the 91 Freeway/Imperial Hwy and through a chain link fence at high speed, hurling the vehicle into the river. The driver was trapped and in need of rescue. Units from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and OCFA successfully extracted the driver out of the vehicle through mud and water. The driver was transported to a nearby hospital in stable condition.
Bob Long
JOSEPH AMADOR
Fatal accident with collision chain on freeway
On June 23, 2015 at 5 a.m., fire dispatch was alerted of a multi-car vehicle accident with a possible rescue on Interstate 5 northbound at Via De La Valle. When crews arrived on scene they found four cars involved with one heavily damaged, brown, Nissan Sentra in the #1 lane. Fire medics determined that the driver, an elderly female, did not survive her injuries. One other person was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries and all others were released. Witnesses state that the Nissan was stopped in the fast lane for unknown reasons and subsequently, was struck by a second vehicle causing a chain of collisions on the freeway. The accident caused a heavy delay to an already busy traffic commute. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim and family members.
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Your workout can be “A Day At The Beach” FIREFIGHTER FITNESS Lori Ann Hodgkinson
With Fall right around the corner, a “Day at the Beach” may be just what your workout plan needs. In many areas of the country, September is an awesome time to be at the Beach. It’s often less crowded, less humid, somewhat cooler and perhaps ideal for a Beach Workout. Here on Long Island, I lead clients through a Beach workout once a week. We workout through the Summer, but in the evening the Sun isn’t quite as strong. There is usually a terrific breeze coming off the water, which keeps things cooler and the pesky mosquitoes away. There are many ways to grab a Beach Workout. Here’s what we do… Often, we forego the use of equipment. This leg workout gets us mobile and uses more of the beach. We start closer to the water, where the sand is firm, yet not too too wet. (Some wear water shoes or go barefoot for this one). Each segment proceeds along the shore line, is 45 seconds in duration, then turns to head back in the opposite direction for the next segment. First we walk. Your basic walk will do, preferably slightly brisk. Next, it’s up on tip toes to get those calves involved. Then, we break into an easy jog or brisker walk. The next three segments keep us in place for 45 second sets (each) of squats, lunges and side leg lifts (switching legs about ½ way through). Then, we take it from the top – walk, tip toe, jog, squat, lunge, side leg lift, until we have gone through the entire circuit three times. Theo, it’s up to softer sand. The softer sand is a bit more challenging when it comes to both intensity and balance. This circuit is the opposite of the first. It starts with travelling lunges, followed by travelling squats (standing sideways – step the right leg out to the side into a 90 degree squat - stand up bringing the left leg in - - - after 45 seconds we repeat stepping out with the left and that has us moving back in the opposite direction). Then, it’s jog in place, jumping jacks, and simulated rope jumping. Exercising control and caution to avoid kicking up the sand is an added challenge of the routine. All segments are 45 seconds in duration, and once again we go through the full circuit 3 times. Some days after completing both circuits a total of three times, we venture into the adjoining park for some bench push-up, dips and crunches to round things out.
Nonetheless, we are always sure to round out these workouts by fitting any missed exercises/muscle groups into our other workouts during the week. There are times when a full body workout is in order. For that we usually go with a medicine ball and or elastic band workout. Sometimes, we use mats and include lying exercises like chest press, crunches and side leg lifts. More often, we minimize contact with the sand and do this circuit standing. We include: bent-over rows, squats, shoulder presses, lunges, bicep curls, side leg lifts, triceps overhead extensions, and heel raises. We do 45 seconds to one minute of each exercise and repeat the circuit three times. Throughout the month, we often trade our Med balls and bands for dumbbells. In those instances, we usually do a combo of seated, lying and standing exercises. We are sure to have the towels or mats for this one. Here’s my favorite: chest press, side lying leg lifts, seated (often referred to as Russian) twists, seated shoulder presses, squats, one arm rows, lunges, bicep concentration curls, heel raises, triceps kickbacks, crunches. There are days we do them in that order for 60 seconds each in circuit form. On hotter days or when we are looking for a change we slow the pace, forgo the circuit and go with three consecutive sets of each exercise before moving on to the next exercise. When using this straight set format, we usually begin with upper (chest press, one arm row, shoulder press, curl, kickback), move on to legs (squat, lunge, side leg lift, heel raise) and finish with abs (seated twist, crunch) Regardless of the workout, we choose, we always park a bit away from the workout site and use the six minute walk there as our warm-up. That walk also serves as the cool-down on the way back to our cars where we end with five minutes of stretching. If these workouts don't peak your interest, create your own. You can always keep it simple with a beach walk or jog. Remember all exercises are not suitable for all individuals. Be sure to have your physician’s approval before beginning any exercise program. Just a quick note, yes, unless it’s a private beach you may draw a few glances from beach goers. The one thing we have learned is that the “lookie Lou’s” are really only giving you that look because you are doing what they should be: taking care of your Health and Wellness and enjoying it! Your workout can be “a Day At The Beach”. Enjoy!
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El Cajon Fire History Museum now open The City of El Cajon now has its own fire museum! It’s been several years in the planning, but retired El Cajon Fire Chief Ed Jarrell’s dream of having a fire museum is now a reality! The El Cajon Fire History Museum & Learning Center officially opened Saturday, July 18 with a ribbon cutting at 10:30 a.m. at the Parkway Plaza Mall located at 415 Fletcher Parkway. The former fire chief was joined by local officials for this special ceremony.
JUMP TO FILE #072015116 For many years, Ed Jarrell wanted to provide a museum on the history of firefighting in El Cajon, hoping to inspire youth to pursue a fire career and to provide safety education to those who visit the museum. Children had their own “Kids Corner” with coloring and reading activities. In his quest to build a museum, Chief Jarrell acquired a
large collection of firefighter memorabilia and photos that are on display at the museum, giving a chronological look at firefighting through the years in El Cajon. The museum is located on the west end of the mall between Sears and Dick’s Sporting Goods, and will be open Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Heartland Fire & Rescue
KAREN COOK
Chula Vista brush fire near Otay Lakes Road Chula Vista, CA. A brush fire on the east side of the city started around 4:00 p.m. on a warm Friday afternoon, June 26, 2015. It started just north of Otay Lakes Road and Woods Dr., less than half a mile from Fire Station 8. It was dispatched as a smoke check initially but quickly went to two alarms. Mutual aid from Bonita, San Diego, Cal Fire, Department of Corrections, and Fish and Wildlife (from Jamul) started to arrive, along with
JUMP TO FILE #080115102 two water dropping helicopters. The fire spread east in an undeveloped area past a farm house, which was spared any damage thanks to firefighters and water drops, and went all the way out to the northern tip of Otay Lake. Water for the fire engine supplying the long progressive hose lays
had to be shuttled in by other engines from a hydrant at nearby Salt Creek Recreation Center. Crews were fighting the fire until dusk when it was contained and only had a few smokers left that would burn through the night. The cause of the fire was not immediately apparent; no structures were damaged and no one was injured. - KAREN COOK
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A brush fire broke out late June 14 caused by a vehicle which went off the freeway and into a hillside. Units from OCFA, Corona and Anaheim Fire Departments fought the blaze for over two hours before containment. The steep, rough terrain and
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Dinner benefits San Diego Burn Institute Coronado, CA. Coronado firefighters held their Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, July 26, 2015 to raise money for the San Diego Burn Institute. The dinner was JUMP TO FILE # held in the appara- 080115104 tus bay of Fire Station 36 on 6th Avenue and generated over $9,000 by charging just $10 per plate. Two cafeteria style lines were formed at the entrance, one for dining in, and the other for takeout. Coronado’s summer series, “Concert in the Park”, was just a block away and many patrons took their dinner there to enjoy some classic rock music with their spaghetti and salad. Volunteers and donations are key to the success of the dinner. Members of Coronado’s C.E.R.T. organization helped, along with off-duty firefighters and some Federal firefighters from NAS North Island. The food was prepared by the kitchen staff of the Hotel Del Coronado and transported the short distance to the fire station for serving. The on-duty firefighters helped as much as they could, but ended up going out on quite a few calls during the dinner.
Coronado firefighters serve up salad and spaghetti at their annual fund raiser for the Burn Institute.
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Coronado’s C.E.R.T. members help run the annual spaghetti dinner at Fire Station 36.
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Where did the Volunteers go? LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Volunteer fire departments across the state, as well as the country, have always had issues with recruiting and retaining members, but what can be done to alleviate this growing problem? In New York State, many fire departments have some type of “Length of Service Awards Programs” (LOSAP) in place so as to give prospective members the extra incentive to join, and it also gives current membership some type of “retirement” when they hit a certain age. Other incentives in New York are through tax credits offered by the state. These current credits offer volunteer firefighters/EMS a small deduction on their income taxes, and may also give volunteers, who are homeowners, a property tax break as well. The Fire Association of the State of New York (FASNY), offers Scholarships and College Tuition Reimbursement Programs, along with many discounts from various businesses. With all of these programs available, fire departments are still finding themselves in a membership dilemma, and again, depending on where you live, it can go from bad to worse in some of the rural departments. On Long Island, fire departments can have 200-300 members on their rosters because of the population. These departments, though thriving, suffer the same daytime response issues as the rest of the departments due to work schedules and dducations. Would additional members ever solve that issue? It may help, but chances are they won't. Smaller departments, such as those in the Northern and Western parts of New York, hosting a roster of 20-100 members are no different in regards to the daytime response issues, but are struggling worse for membership. One of the biggest problems, at least in New
York State, is the training. Yes, we need to train, that's not the issue. The requirements, set forth for new interior firefighters, is a “basic training” (Firefighter I) that entails over 100 hours of training. This doesn't sound like a lot, but it is when a prospective member has a job, a family and/or an education to worry about. It's not like the “old days” when you learned as you went, most departments require that a member, wishing to be an interior firefighter, complete the course within a certain time frame. Some of these new recruits, hearing the requirements, are running for the hills! Our younger generation that used to consist of members 18-25 years old, has changed to 30-40 years old with the current membership. Without our younger generation stepping up, we will face larger issues in the near future, when the current membership has out lived it's own youthful abilities. Let's face it folks, we aren't getting any younger, and the need for “younger blood” is getting bigger as the days go on. The question of “What if a Volunteer didn't Volunteer?” might need to be changed to “What happened to all of the Volunteers?” In a 2013 report, published by NFPA, there were 1,140,750 protecting the United States. Of those, 69%, totaling 786,150, were volunteers! The volunteer fire service, being one of the largest fraternal organization in the country, has always been, and will always be, a needed asset for the communities they serve. It takes a unique dedication to fill the shoes of a volunteer firefighter. A person doesn't just wake up and decide to join, it's either been a life long dream, as it was mine, or your friends or family are involved. Either way, “probies” are very much welcomed, and very much needed. The sense of pride, of being a volunteer firefighter, cannot be explained, it has to be experienced. We need to find a way to pass on one of this country's oldest professions, dating back to 1736 when Ben Franklin became the first volunteer firefighter. - MIKe TURaNO
One dead and one injured after plane crashes into cell phone tower Riverside County, CA. One person is dead and one person suffered moderate injuries after their aircraft collided with a cell phone tower in the 20300 block of Farley Ave on June 28. The incident was reported at 12:14 p.m., in the Unincorporated area of Corona (Lake Hills). Fire and medical personnel responded, and upon arriving on scene they discovered that one person had been ejected and that the aircraft was on the ground and not suspended in wires. Crews monitored the situation while Southern California Edison
JUMP TO FILE #062815100 responded to shut off power for extrication. The aircraft was homemade. Responding and assisting were American Medical Response, CAL FIRE/Riverside, City of Corona FD, FAA, RSO-Coroner’s Office, Riverside County Fire Department and Southern California Edison. The crash is under investigation. - BeCKY ROBINeTTe WRIgHT
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Codes, Rules, and Initiatives, a Safety Refresher - Part III STAYING SAFE
Chief Henry Campbell
Last month we listed the IAFC Rules of Engagement for Firefighter Survival and each rule as proposed by the IAFC has an objective and a NIOSH Fatality Report accompanying it. The objective or purpose of the rule is to correct an action or inaction that generally results in death or injury to a firefighter. The NIOSH report cites an example as to had the rule been practiced, it may have prevented the incident from occurring. In this article on the IAFC Rules of Engagement for the Fire Service are listed the 14 rules and their objectives for incident commanders. The Incident Commanders Rules of Engagement for Firefighter Safety: Rapidly Conduct, or Obtain, a 360 Degree Size Up of the Incident. Objective: To cause the incident commander to obtain an early 360 degree survey and risk assessment of the fireground in order to determine the safest approach to tactical operations as part the risk assessment and action plan development and before firefighters are placed at substantial risk.
Determine the Occupant Survival Profile. Objective: To cause the incident commander to consider fire conditions in relation to possible occupant survival of a successful rescue event before committing firefighters to high risk search and rescue operations as part of the initial and ongoing risk assessment and action plan development. Conduct an Initial Risk Assessment and Implement a Safe Action Plan. Objective: To cause the incident commander to develop a safe action plan by conducting a thorough size-up, assess the occupant survival profile and completing a thorough risk assessment before firefighters are placed in high risk positions on the fireground. If You Do Not Have the Resources to Safely Support and Protect Firefighters –Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To prevent the commitment of firefighters to high risk tactical objectives that cannot be accomplished safely due to inadequate resources on the scene. Do Not Risk Firefighter Lives for Lives or Property That Can Not Be Saved –Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To prevent the commitment of firefighters to high risk search and rescue and firefighting operations that may harm them when fire conditions prevent occupant survival and significant or total destruction of
the building is inevitable. Extend Limited Risk to Protect Savable Property. Objective: To cause the incident commander to limit risk exposure to a reasonable, cautious and conservative level when trying to save a building that is believed, following a thorough size up, to be savable. Extend Vigilant and Measured Risk to Protect and Rescue Savable Lives. Objective: To cause the incident commander to manage search and rescue, and supporting firefighting operations, in a highly calculated, controlled, and cautious manner, while remaining alert to changing conditions, during high risk search and rescue operations where lives can be saved. Act Upon Reported Unsafe Practices and Conditions That Can Harm Them. Stop, Evaluate and Decide. Objective: To prevent firefighters and supervisors from engaging in unsafe practices or exposure to unsafe conditions that will harm them and allowing any member to raise an alert about a safety concern without penalty and mandating the incident commander and command organization officers promptly address the question to insure safe operations. Maintain Frequent Two-Way Communications and Keep Interior Crews Informed of Changing Conditions. Objective: To insure that the incident commander is obtain-
ing frequent progress reports from command organization officers and all interior crews are kept informed of changing fire conditions observed from the exterior by the incident commander, or other command officers, that may affect crew safety. Obtain Frequent Progress Reports and Revise the Action Plan. Objective: To cause the incident commander, as well as all command organization officers, to obtain frequent progress reports, to continually assess fire conditions and any risk to firefighters, and to regularly adjust and revise the action plan to maintain safe operations. Ensure Accurate Accountability of All Firefighter Location and Status. Objective: To cause the incident commander, and command organization officers, to maintain a constant and accurate accountability of the location and status of all firefighters within a small geographic area of accuracy within the hazard zone and be aware of who is presently in or out of the building. If, After Completion of the Primary Search, Little or No Progress Towards Fire Control Has Been Achieved - Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To cause a benchmark decision point, requiring the incident commander to determine if it’s safe to continue offensive interior operations if
there is no progress in controlling the fire and there are no lives to be saved following the completion of the primary search. Always Have a Rapid Intervention Team in Place at All Working Fires. Objective: To cause the incident commander to have a RIT in place ready to rescue firefighters at all working fires. Always Have Firefighter Rehab Services in Place at All Working Fires. Objective: To insure all firefighters who endured physically strenuous activity at a working fire are rehabilitated and medically evaluated for continued duty. The International Association of Fire Chiefs has developed these Rules of Engagement and they should be guidelines implemented by all fire departments and firefighters at all emergency incidents to which they respond. Firefighter safety requires there be an officer or senior member in command of the emergency situation trained to a higher level than that of firefighters. They must be knowledgeable and experienced in emergency scene operations. If there is no one to command the incident, all operations should be limited to exterior only until proper supervision is on scene. In the next issue we will review the 16 Life Safety Initiatives. Till next time, Stay Safe and God Bless!
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Chula Vista 4th of July Pancake Breakfast Chula Vista, CA. The Chula Vista Firefighters Foundation held their 7th Annual Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 7 in the Otay Ranch area of the city on Saturday the 4th. The event is well attended and proceeds are used by the foundation to support their mission “… to providing assistance for disaster relief, safety, education and community needs of citizens of Chula Vista and surrounding area through humanitarian aid, financial support and general assistance to ensure quality of life”, which includes funding for the Chula Vista Fire Explorer program. Volunteers from the city, the
JUMP TO FILE #08115103 Explorers, C.E.R.T. and off-duty firefighters made pancakes, sausage and hash browns, along with coffee and juice. Volunteers from the Southwestern College Fire Science Club brought kid-size firefighter turnouts for the children to wear while pulling a length of hose, often competing against a sibling or friend to get to the end of the grass, and then bring the hose back to the start. - KAREN COOK
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Garden Grove extinguishes apartment fire An apartment fire broke out at 12905 Palm St. in Anaheim on June 19, 2015. The fire was confined to one upper floor unit. The Garden Grove Fire Department contained and extinguished the blaze in approximately 15 minutes. No injuries were reported.
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Redlands firefighters arrived at Palm and Pacific to find a smoke-filled residence on July 31st. The main body of fire was quickly knocked down. Primary and secondary searches were negative, as no one was home at the time of the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation
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Three agencies battle Yorba Linda blaze It took 90 firefighters from three agencies more than an hour to extinguish a blaze that destroyed a Yorba Linda house at the 17200 block of Chestnut St in Yorba Linda CA on June 17th. There were no serious injuries, but the fire caused $1 million worth of damage and ignited ammunition inside the home that was heard throughout the neighborhood. When firefighters arrived, they found a fully involved two story single family dwelling. Units from OCFA, Fullerton, Brea and Orange City fought the blaze. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department bomb squad responded to evaluate the status of the ammunition that was heard going off from inside the house.
San Bernardino County Fire is EMS Strong May 17-23 was National Emergency Medical Service (EMS) week. The annual event is organized by the American College of Emergency Physicians in partnership with the National Association of EMT’s. The San Bernardino County Fire Department is proud to be EMS Strong. Attaining Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) status requires a rigorous program of classroom education, skills training and handson experience. Reaching paramedic status requires even more rigorous education, training and real world experience, and must be maintained with refresher training documented every two years. An EMT is authorized to assess a patient’s vital signs, administer oxygen, operate automatic defibrillation equipment to control heartbeat, deliver babies, administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, splint fractures and dislocations, give first aid for bleeding and shock, and use long- and shortboard devices. Long boards are used to carry a patient to an ambulance. Short board devices are used to extricate victims from vehicles in accident situations, and in other situations where space is limited. To become a paramedic, a fully qualified EMT learns additional skills, such as starting intravenous injections and administering pain
JUMP TO FILE #051915116 medications and drugs that assist and control heart function in emergencies. A paramedic candidate must also complete classroom education, training and assessments under the supervision of qualified paramedics. Once all program requirements are met, the candidate becomes licensed as a paramedic and receives local accreditation. In 2014, County Fire launched its Ambulance Operator program. The pioneer program was designed to augment staffing levels by putting licensed medical responders in the field so that professional firefighters can return to service and provide a more effective work force to ensure the community is provided with the highest level of firefighting services. The following year, County Fire began participating in a statewide pilot program designed to improve the quality of health care, Community Paramedicine (CP). San Bernardino County was one of twelve locations chosen to participate in this 12-18 month pilot program to study various aspects of CP. County Fire, along with local healthcare partners, provides a post discharge follow-up visit to the patient’s home in order to perform a detailed physical assessment and
ensure the patient is maintaining or improving their post hospital discharge status. During the follow-up visit, the community paramedic will also verify the patient understands the discharge instructions from their doctor, have and are taking their medications and have any follow-up appointments scheduled. Should the patient require further medical treatment, community paramedics assist the patient in accessing primary care or fulfilling their healthcare need. San Bernardino County Fire Paramedics and EMTs respond to thousands of medical calls every year; in 2014 of the 146,000 calls County Fire received approximately 80 percent of them were medical calls. These calls range from fire injuries, traffic collisions, search and rescue calls, medical calls, and many more. County Fire EMT’s and Paramedics also help our animal residents, not just humans. They have helped with rescues of family pets from burning homes, most recently four puppies from a house in Victorville, a horse that fell down a ravine, dogs that have gotten a little too adventurous and wandered into abandoned mines and wells, a kitten that fell down a storm drain and many more. - TRACEY MARTINEZ
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Vegetation fire burns nearly five acres in south Redlands A vegetation fire burned 4.9 acres of brush in south Redlands Monday morning. A concerted effort by the Redlands Fire Department and resources including fixed wing aircraft and a helicopter, dozers and hand crews from CalFire, San Bernardino County Fire Department and the U.S. Forestry Service quickly con-
JUMP TO FILE #081315111 tained the blaze which was first reported at about 10:40 a.m. Monday, June 29, in a brushy ravine below the 200 block of Edgemont Drive. No structures were damaged and no injuries reported from the fire.
The fire was contained shortly before 12:30 p.m. The cause of the fire is under investigation but is believed to be a spark from a piece of equipment performing weed abatement in the ravine. - REDLANDS FIRE DEPARTMENT
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Chula Vista Firefighters Foundation involved in the community Chula Vista, CA. The Chula Vista Firefighters Foundation volunteered to help with the annual Chula Vista Challenge Triathlon event on the weekend of July 18 and 19, 2015. The event was in its 5th year, but this was the first time the Foundation joined in. With the help of about a dozen Chula Vista Fire Explorers, the foundation cooked pancakes for the competitors, staff and volunteers,
JUMP TO FILE #080115107 and also for spectators on the first morning (Saturday) at Bayside Park near the Chula Vista Marina, and then cooked hotdogs on Sunday at Salt Creek Recreation Center on the east side of the city where the races terminated. The Chula Vista Firefighters
Foundation has a self-contained, well equipped cooking trailer which makes it possible for them to cook pancakes, hotdogs, and other foods on location. With sufficient manpower provided by off-duty firefighters and Explorers, the trailer and serving area was set up before sunrise on Saturday and provided plenty for everyone to eat. - KAREN COOK
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San Bernardino County mixed agency brush engine strike team 6220C has been released from the "Lake Fire" as of June 23. Agencies represented include San Bernardino City, San Bernardino County, Yuciapa, Big Bear, and Redlands. Battalion Chief Topoleski was quoted as saying: "one group of hardworking folks" when describing the group.
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Coronado Firefighters Larry Hogueisson and Brian Standing paused for a picture at the annual spaghetti dinner at Fire Station 36.
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Chula Vista Fire Captain Kurt Baca at a 2nd alarm brush fire off Otay Lakes Road on the east side of the city.
Captain Jayson Summers and Firefighter Jon Feliciano at Coronado Fire Department’s annual spaghetti dinner at Fire Station 36.
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California VENDOR SPOTLIGHT Fire Family Foundation
Los Angeles, CA. As the charitable hand of the Los Angeles-based Firefighters First Credit Union, Fire Family Foundation distributed over $34,000 in assistance to firefighters and fire families in the first six months of 2015.
Providing hope and comfort to those in need, the Foundation ensures donations go directly to those in need; assistance is distributed statewide and supports numerous individuals and organizations. So far in 2015, the Foundation supported individuals and causes, including: • 22-year veteran LAFD paramedic Wendy who served at 9/11 and consequently was diagnosed with lung cancer. The Foundation helped with her general housing expenses and hospice care. Sadly, Wendy died in early June. • Fresno Fire Captain Pete Dern who was seriously injured while fighting a house fire; the Foundation coordinated efforts to offer the Pete Dern Challenge Coins with proceeds going to the Dern family. • The Chapman family of Rancho Cucamonga who lost their home and all their belongings to a fire; fa-
ther Jason is a LAFD firefighter who was out on a call when the fire broke out. • The Kern County Fire Chief who needed assistance for his older son who is battling cancer. • The family of CAL Fire Captain Richard who was diagnosed with throat and colon cancer; the Foundation covered mortgage expenses for the family consisting of wife Jennifer, three young daughters and Richard’s mother. • The first annual Fire Velo “Firefighters Ride for Life,” a Los Angeles to San Diego bike ride that raised funds for Fire Family Foundation. • Partnering with The Rialto Fire Department to establish the Rialto Firefighters Community Giving Fund which will aid firefighters and the community; the Foundation lent support to the department at their recent “Pass the Boot” Drive.
“The Foundation is active in the firefighting community, working with individuals and organizations to create a bastion of hope for those who are grieving, in shock and feel alone,” explains Mike Mastro, President and CEO of Firefighters First Credit Union, who also serves as the Foundation Board Chair. “The
generosity of our donors enables us to be of service to those in our fire family and beyond. We are extremely proud to be the helping hand for so many. And our work will continue.”
The Foundation remains committed to helping in 2015 and responding to communities and the firefighters who serve them in times of need. Learn more about Fire Family Foundation and individuals/organizations that it’s currently helping at www.firefamilyfoundation.org. Follow Fire Family Foundation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/firefamilyfoundation.
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Fire Family Foundation responds when tragedy affects firefighters and fire victims. A nonprofit founded by the respected Firefighters First Credit Union, Fire Family Foundation offers immediate assistance to firefighters and their families, fire victims, fire departments, and charities. The Foundation believes that by coming together as a “Fire Family,” assistance can be provided to those impacted by fire.
Fire-Dex Welcomes Jessica Baumgartner and Jordan Paris as the Newest Editions to the Sale Team
Medina, Ohio - (July, 2015) - FireDex is pleased to announce the addition of Jessica Baumgartner and Jordan Paris as Regional Sales Managers.
Jordan Paris will be covering the Northwest Territory, T55, which includes AK, ID, MT, OR, WA & WY. Jordan is a Marine veteran, serving as squad leader during his two tours in the Middle East. He resides in Tacoma, Washington, not far from where he was raised. Jordan has a background in public relations along with over 5 years of
sales experience and is currently working on a Business degree. He enjoys spending time with his fiancé, hiking, snowboarding, and target shooting. Jordan's contact info is as follows: Email - jordanparis@firedex.com Office - (330) 723-0000 ext. 373 Mobile - (253) 677-1486 Jessica Baumgartner will be taking over the Southeast Territory, T20, which will now include FL, GA, AL, MS, and AR. Jessica has 10 years of sales & marketing experience working with such companies as Jim Beam, Unilever, Sony &
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Jessica currently resides in the Indianapolis area but will be relocating to Florida in the near future. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys cooking, running, traveling, and attending OSU football games. Jessica's contact info is as follows: Email jessicabaumgartner@firedex.com Office - (330) 723-0000 ext. 389 Mobile- (614) 638-9443
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Multiple victims at Garden Grove blaze
The Garden Grove Fire Department responded to one story single family dwelling fire at 2:50 a.m. on the 9000 block of Imperial Way. Upon arrival, units reported that the home was well involved with exposures. The fire was quickly knocked; however, five residents were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. Two sisters and four children were taken to a hospital to be treated for minor burns on their arms. The four children were also taken to the hospital to be treated for possible smoke inhalation. Among the victims were three pet dogs. All were rescued by Garden Grove Fire and placed in kennels outside the residence.
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Commercial structure fire in San Diego strip mall
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Fatal fire for Anaheim Units from Anaheim and Fullerton Fire Departments responded to a reported fire in a row of detached garages in the 2600 block of East Park Lane on June 16 around 1:45 a.m. A man was found dead in one of the garages aged in his late 40s or early 50s. The blaze was knocked down by 20 firefighters from the Anaheim and Fullerton Fire Departments in about 20 minutes. No injuries to firefighters were reported.
On August 4, 2015 at 9 p.m., multiple 911 calls alerted San Diego Fire-Rescue Department of a structure fire in a Linda Vista strip mall. Firefighters arrived to a onestory sandwich restaurant with heavy smoke and flames coming from the inside of the building. Crews aggressively attacked the fire, but were ordered out of the building when officials felt too much time had elapsed and safety factors were being compromised. All fire operations were now to be conducted from the exterior. Over an hour later the majority of
JUMP TO FILE #080515107 the blaze was knockdown. A watch line was in place throughout the night to prevent any rekindles. Injuries included one civilian, for reasons not related to the fire. Dollar estimate of the fire was $1.5 million. Investigators are looking into a faulty stove as a possible cause of the fire. - JOSEPH AMADOR
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Firefighters battle two-alarm blaze at apartment complex
As fires burn across California and no end in sight of a fouryear drought, now is the time to prepare for wildfire and a possible evacuation. In June of this year we saw over 31,000 acres scorched in the Barton JUMP TO FILE # Flats area during 081215114 the Lake Fire. Almost one month to the day after that fire started, the Cajon Pass erupted as the North Fire destroyed 20 vehicles as it crossed the 15 freeway, sending people running for their lives. Already this year there have been over 1,100 wildfires in our state, decimating almost 212,000 acres. SBCoFire and various local government fire agencies have deployed Strike Teams to assist our colleagues up north. SBCoFire has also sent additional personnel to serve key roles on Incident Management Teams. As we see pictures and video of people fleeing their homes and belongings, we’re reminded of past instances closer to home; the Old Fire in 2003 that burned 91,000 acres and
caused six deaths, and the Slide and Grass Valley fires of 2007. Our region is prone to large wildfires, and with our drought conditions, the danger is even higher. The San Bernardino County Fire Department has put together a Ready, Set, Go! Personal Wildfire Action Plan to give you the tips and tools to successfully prepare for a wildfire. It will give you guidance on retrofitting your home with fireresistive features, and show you how to create the necessary defensible space around your home. This plan will help you prepare your home, yourself, and your family so that you can leave early, well ahead of a fastapproaching wildfire. San Bernardino County Fire encourages residents to be prepared for a wildland fire and know what to do when asked to evacuate. The READY! SET! GO! program provides important preparation information. The goal of this program is to educate and engage residents in reducing the risk in their communities, which will help save lives and property. - TRaCeY MaRTINeZ
JUMP TO FILE #081315113 It took firefighters just over 30 minutes to knock down the fire. Two upper apartment units were heavily damaged, while two lower units suffered heavy water damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation and damage to property and contents is estimated at more than $500,000. The Red Cross was dispatched to assist displaced residents in finding temporary shelter.
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Firefighters and paramedics from Redlands, Loma Linda, Mentone, Colton, Highland and Grand Terrace responded to a two-alarm fire at an apartment complex on Barton Road Sunday afternoon. The fire was reported at 2:31 p.m. June 21, in a multi-unit building at 1601 Barton Road. When firefighters arrived, two upper units were fully engulfed with flames visible coming from the roof. All occupants were out of the building when firefighters arrived on scene. One civilian maintenance worker was transported to the hospital with difficulty breathing. No other injuries were reported.
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NOTICe TO BIDDeRS: Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Fire Commissioners, Uniondale Fire District, Town of Hempstead, NY until 5PM on Tuesday, July 21, 2015. Bids will be publicly opened and read at 6:45PM on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 in the meeting room of the Board of Fire Commissioners, 501 Uniondale avenue, Uniondale, NY for: emergency ambulance. Instructions to Bidder, Form of Bid Bond, Proposal and the Specifications are “Contract Documents,” Prospective Bidders may pick up the “Contract Documents” at 501 Uniondale avenue, Uniondale, NY 11553 or contact the Fire District Secretary at (516) 481-8411 between the hours of 9aM to 5PM, Monday-Friday. The bidder shall furnish a 5% Bid Security assuring fulfillment of the contract in all its provisions. Security for bid as set forth herein must be presented with the bid. Failure to provide the required security will render the bidder nonresponsive and the bid will not be accepted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or the bid will be rejected within forty-five (45) days of the date of opening. The Board of Fire Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bid(s). The proposal shall be annexed hereto a noncollusive bidding certification as prescribed in 103-d of the general Municipal Law.
The Town of Weston is seeking bids on a 1976 Mack R-600 attack Pumper. 50 gallon Fuel Tank • 21,000 miles. Heavy Duty 5 Speed Standard Transmission. 1,000 Waterous Pump 1,000 gallon Water Tank. Very good Condition. all bids must be submitted to the Town Office in a sealed envelope by noon September 21, 2015 clearly marked “Bid 1976 Firetruck.” Mail to Town of Weston attn: Selectboard PO Box 98 Weston, VT 05161. Bids will be opened on September 22, 2015. The Town of Weston reserves the right to refuse or reject any or all bids. For more info please contact Brian Lundberg at 802-824-6788 or email lundbergvt@myfairpoint.net.
For Sale 2014 Kymco 500 side by side 4×4 UTV. It has 26 miles on it. asking price $6,500.00 OBO For more info call 845-238-4228 email: atkins11@optonline.net
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KENT CULLOM
The Hughson FPD, Stanislaus County recently took delivery of a 2014 Pierce-Impel 1750/750/35 foam
20’ Rescue 1® Walk-around Demo available for Immediate Delivery. Spartan Metro Star MFD-2015 chassis, Cummins ISL 450 HP diesel engine, seating for crew of six. 20’ all extruded aluminum body, upper storage compartments. Curb side roof access lift-up stairway, absorbent compartment with electric re-loader and dispenser, 9000 lbs. portable winch with three receiver positions. Participating co-op purchasing programs: gSa, H-gaC, and New Jersey State Contract. Contact Mike Marquis (800) 752-8786, (732) 223-1411 in New Jersey, or info@plcustom.com
For Sale First Priority Renaissance Wheeled Coach Type 1 ambulance on a 2014 Chevrolet K3500 4x4 Diesel Chassis. This unit was completely refurbished. Some upgrades include new FPeV RCT electrical System, hoseline 12v Heater/aC Unit, new LonPlate Mica grey Floor, Interior LeD Lighting. $115,000 For additional information or photos, email vsales@emergencyvehiclecenter.com or call 800-247-7725.
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