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At 7:08 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, all five Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies and the ambulance unit were dispatched for a reported house fire on Clent Road in the Village of Russell Gardens. Manhasset-Lakeville Fire District Assistant Supervisor Scott Chen (8778) was the first unit to arrive on scene and advised dispatch that he had smoke showing. - See more info on page 2

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The main body of fire was located in the attic and knocked down within fifteen minutes using one 1 3/4" hose line.

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Memorial Day in Melville Melville, NY. In May, the Melville Fire Department held it's annual Memorial Day Parade. The Cold Spring Fire Department was also there as were Boy and Girl Scouts form around the town of Huntington. The parade was led by the Fife and Drum Marching Band from St. Anthony's High School.

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At 7:08 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, all five ManhassetLakeville Fire Department Companies and the ambulance unit were dispatched for a reported house fire on Clent Road in the Village of Russell Gardens. Manhasset-Lakeville Fire District Assistant Supervisor Scott Chen (8778) was the first unit to arrive on scene and advised dispatch that he had smoke showing. Shortly thereafter, he transmitted a Signal 10 for a working house fire. Engine 8735 and Ladder 8743 arrived on scene together within minutes. The crew from Engine

JUMP TO FILE #061715108 8735 stretched a one and three quarter inch hose line, while the crew from Ladder 8743 performed searches and laddered the house. The main body of fire was located in the attic and was knocked down within fifteen minutes. A second one and three quarter inch hose line was stretched off Engine 8735 and extinguished hot spots on the second floor of the house. The Great Neck Alert Fire Company provided a mutual aid

F.A.S.T. to the scene with Ladder 826. The Port Washington and Plandome Fire Departments and Great Neck Vigilant Fire Company provided standby coverage while Manhasset-Lakeville units were operating at the fire. The Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office was notified and is currently investigating the cause of the fire. All units were released from the scene by Chief of Department Scott Garrigan (8703) by 9:00 a.m. - KIRK CANDAN

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At 2:32 p.m. on June 13th, the Southampton Fire Department was toned out to a small brush fire behind Nardy Pest Control on County Route 39. A North Sea firefighter was driving passed and called it in. A brush truck, mini pumper and a tanker were utilized to extinguish the fire. 7-3-30 had dispatch notify the MTA to put a stop order on all trains East and West between Bridgehampton and Southampton while crews worked close to the tracks. Crews had the fire extinguished within ten minutes. Unknown reason for the fires has been established as the cause. The fire was under the command of Chief Mike Kampf of the Southampton Fire Department.

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Community Ambulance Company named Suffolk EMS Agency of the Year Sayville, NY. The Community Ambulance Company of Sayville, NY has been named 2014 EMS Agency of the Year by the Suffolk Regional EMS Council (REMSCO). Community Ambulance members, Laura Lopreto and Jennifer Hartmann, received Basic Life Support Provider of the Year and Advanced Life Support Provider of the Year, respectively. The criteria for EMS Agency of the Year states that to win the award, an agency must “strive for consistency in EMS excellence and exhibit exemplary performance when providing prehospital emergency medical care.” Community Ambulance met all of these qualifications in 2014 and receiving this award is a great honor to the company. They opened a new headquarters centrally located in their district to shorten average response times. The new facility allows the company to expand its training program to include BLS and ALS level courses as well as CPR for the general public. In the summer months, Community Ambulance initiated the EMS program for the Fire Island Community of Cherry Grove with 24 hour Advanced Life Support. This success of this program continues into this year. Community Ambulance faced a record number of new applicants and ended the last two months of the year without calling for mutual aid which has continued to this day. Laura Lopreto has committed herself to serving others for over thirty years as both a member of Community Ambulance and a Suffolk County Police Officer. She is the true epitome of a dedicated volunteer. After her retirement from the police department, Laura began giving more time and energy to the company. She is a member of several committees and singlehandedly coordinated the move into the new headquarters. She is always relied upon to be present for her weekly duty shift as well as answer from home when

JUMP TO FILE #051815105 needed. Laura is a truly selfless person and this award is a small reflection of her dedication to helping others. Jennifer Hartmann joined Community Ambulance in 2010 and has quickly moved up the ranks from EMT-Basic to EMTCritical Care and is currently working on her paramedic certification. Jennifer serves as Captain of the company while directing several committees including the Probationary Membership and Youth Squad Programs. Jennifer is a part of the Cherry Grove EMS program where, last year, she recognized and treated a patient having an active heart attack. The patient has since made a full recovery. Everyone at Community Ambulance is extremely proud of these accomplishments. The members gave their time to answer a near record number of calls in 2014, and being awarded EMS Agency of the Year offers some recognition for all of the hard work. The individual award recipients should also be proud of themselves. They were all deserving of the respective awards, and we wish everyone the best of luck for the state awards later this year. The Community Ambulance Company of Sayville has been providing emergency medical services to the residents of Sayville, West Sayville, Bayport, Bohemia, and Oakdale for over 60 years. Community Ambulance Co. answered over 4,300 calls for assistance in 2014. If you are interested in joining our team and want to help your community, please contact us at 631- 567- 2586. No medical experience is necessary, and all training is provided. You can also find more information and apply for membership by visiting our website at www.communityamb.org.

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Manhasset-Lakeville extinguishes apartment fire On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 6:49 p.m., Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 3, 4, 5 and the ambulance unit were dispatched to 40 Schenck Avenue for a reported apartment fire. Multiple Manhasset-Lakeville chiefs responded to the alarm and were advised that Nassau County Police units were on-scene confirming a fire in an apartment on the first floor. EMS Fly Car 8799 was the first unit to arrive and reported smoke showing and that NCPD units were evacuating the building.

JUMP TO FILE #061615101 Tower Ladder 8744 was the first piece of apparatus on scene. The officer of TL8744, Captain Stepanek, located a fire in an apartment on the first floor and requested a hose line while his inside team used its water can to hold the fire back. After hearing the captain’s report, Chief of Department Garrigan (8703) transmitted a Signal 10 for a working fire in an apartment

building. A one and three quarter inch hose line was stretched by the crew of Engine 8735 to the apartment and used to extinguish the fire. A second one and three quarter inch hose line was stretched by the crew of Engine 8740, but not used. All primary and secondary were negative and crews checked the adjoining apartments for extension, which was also negative. All units were released from the scene within an hour. - KIRK CANDAN

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Pictorial History of the Houston Fire Department, 1980-2014 ON THE BOOK SHELF

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The Pictorial History of The Houston Fire Department 19802014 By F. Scott Mellott Available from: FSP Books & Videos 188 Central Street, #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800522-8528 E-mail: support@firep o l i c e - e m s . c o m www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $43.95 This is a hard cover coffee table book with 224 pages. It measures 9 ¾ inches by 11 ¼ inches and is the sequel to the author’s first pictorial history book published in 2012, which had photographs from 1895 through 1980. The author joined the HFD in 1975 and in 1986 he began researching line of duty deaths in the HFD since 1895 when the paid department began. The research was used for memorial sections of two HFD yearbooks. As time went on, additional research and collections of old photos helped produce the first book and also this one. There is also an HFD memorial website. All of the photos collected

were reproduced into digital color and are of very high quality. After a dedication and introduction, the book is divided into sections namely by decade (1980’s, 1990’s, 2000’s) and the last two address first the Southwest Inn Fire on 2013 which resulted in the deaths of a captain, an engineer, a firefighter and a probationary firefighter. There are details and photos of each of their lives. The next and last section is “In Memoriam” and has the names and details of all LODD members of the HFD. The book is so well done that I cannot say enough about it in recognition of the author’s efforts and the support of the team of people who helped contribute, right down to the artist who painted the photo that serves as the front cover of the book and many Houston fireground photographers whose works were used. As a whole, the vast number of contributors gets a “well done” from me. The book is loaded with crew photos, fireground photos, some apparatus, various incidents, ceremonial photos, team photos, some station photos and just an allaround mix of what puts a pictorial history together. This is a book I read with mixed emotions because it deals with both joy and tragedy!

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Elmont works second floor fire On June 12 at about 8:20 a.m.s, the Elmont Fire Department was alerted for a fire in the second floor residence of a mixed occupancy building on Hempstead Turnpike. Engine 703 and JUMP TO FILE # Truck 708 were 080713101 first on the scene along with Assistant Chief Ed Dailey. The fire was quickly brought under control with no reported injuries. Mutual aid at the scene included Floral Park and Valley Stream Fire Departments. - DAVID RAGUSA

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North Merrick Fire Department's 1951 "white" fire apparatus was the first due pumper and responded for over ten years. Today, after all the hard work in restoring it, this vehicle is a classic and serves proud for the department.

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Northeast Regional Extrication Symposium held On Saturday, June 6, 2015, the Northeast Regional Extrication Symposium began at 7 a.m. with six extrication teams competing. Those teams included Selden, Montauk, Hagerman, West Babylon, Ridge and Middle Island. After the event, an awards ceremony was held along with a barbecue and silent auction. Also included was entertainment by a live band. Local merchants donated food, water, soda and other items. The contents of 85 gift baskets were donated for the raffle during the silent

JUMP TO FILE #062215121 auction. Of course, the event would not have been possible without the efforts of Middle Island's volunteer members including firefighters, fire police, EMS personnel and ladies auxiliary. The proceeds from the event will go toward Middle Island's 75th Anniversary in several years. - FRANK SMIMMO

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IN SERVICE If you have photos you would like to see in our In Service feature please upload them on our website www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Heather@1stResponderNews.com.

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Huntington Manor Fire Department operates a 2010 Spartan/Crimson 1500/500/105' Quint. SUFFOLK COUNTY FIRE RESCUE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

Suffolk County USAR Team drills at Vanderbilt Museum The Suffolk County Urban Search and Rescue Team (USAR) recently conducted a live training exercise at the Vanderbilt Museum property in Centerport. The drill served as a valuable training experience and simulated the aftermath of a severe weather event and the impact on a number of victims. The Suffolk County USAR

JUMP TO FILE #060915116 Team, working in conjunction with the Centerport Fire Department and Northport Fire Department, used chainsaws, rope rescue, water rescue and specialized victim removal operations during the two-day drill to effect

the rescue of simulated victims during a wedding reception near the Planetarium building. About 75 firefighters from all agencies participated in the drill, which also included the usage of the Centerport and Northport Fire Rescue boats to evacuate victims. - Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services

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Baldwin Fire Department's 1998 Spartan/LTI 85 foot tower ladder belongs to Ladder 1.

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Long Island antique apparatus photo shoot a total success Great River, NY. Firefighting apparatus, old and new, from steamers to tower ladders, assembled at a remote section of Hecksher State Park for a photo shoot arranged by avid apparatus photogra- JUMP TO FILE# pher Tom Rinelli 062215136 and members of the Long Island Antique Fire Apparatus Association on June 14th. Mother Nature cooperated with a sunny day and low humidity. The shoot was the idea of Rinelli, who ran the event under a photographers style incident command system. There was a command post, with command board listing apparatus, portable radios supplied to organizers to communicate with each other and vests were issued indicating persons incharge of their assignments. Rinelli said 63 rigs reported in for the shoot, plus some newer equipment was on hand to photograph when the antique shoot was completed. Photographers had to apply in advance to be placed on the list and receive a wristband at the command post to enter the area set aside for individual apparatus photographs. A section of the field was selected, where the sun was behind the photographers and the rigs would be set up with green trees for a neutral background. For the individual photos, local fire-police units were involved to stage apparatus, and then call in two to three at a time by the lead photographer, to be posed. Photographers then moved from rig-to-rig capturing usually three units posed at a time, to expedite the event and move the line of apparatus. Of course there were some rigs that were built to challenge photographers. For example, American La France pumpers, with the pump panel on the officer's side, as opposed to the standard driver's side, had to be positioned opposite the rest of the rigs. The participants who lined up apparatus had to explain to apparatus drivers why they were turning in an opposite direction from most. When the rigs were photographed, and things calmed down, refreshments were set up under tents at the cost of a dona-

tion. Local vendors and ladies groups supplied baked good to water. Much of the equipment for the shoot was supplied by Rinelle. In addition to classic antiques, Miami-Dade, Fl., Engine 3's new Rosenbauer pumper was photographed. This is Miami-Dade's 9/11 memorial unit, painted silver over red. The names of FDNY members lost on that tragic day are listed along the rig's black stripe. North Babylon Tower Ladder 1-8-6 was present. This is a 75-foot Aerialscope platform mounted on a Pierce quantum chassis. After the individual photos were taken, apparatus was moved to the opposite end of the parking lot and set up for a group photo that was taken from above via tower ladder, by the organizers. Antiques included two steamers from Freeport and East Hampton, a 1954 American La France ladder that belonged to Central Islip State Hospital, a 1939 Diamond T firepolice unit from Sound Beach and a 1951 Ford/Approved pumper from Northport. The private group known as the Shady Grove Antique Fire Department, of Brookhaven, brought along three classic units. This included a 1929 Ford chief's car, 1929 American La France pumper and a 1942 Ahrens Fox HT model pumper. The Fox, built for Harrison, N.J., has a story behind it. It was the only Fox pumper made during World War II, and it was assembled with parts available at the

assembly plant. Plant workers dubbed the rig the “War Baby.” This unit is owned by Mike Verni of Brookhaven. He said his father purchased the pumper in 1969. The War Baby is maintained in excellent condition. Before and during the shoot, stories of the past involving the participating apparatus were told by owners, firefighters and photographers. A lot of memories were relived. Some participants, seeing Mack CF models as “antiques,” were feeling kind of old! Bay Shore H&L Co. 1 brought along their 1982 Mack CF Bulldog 109-foot rear mount aerial ladderone of 14 made. Of course, all participants were proud of their firefighting equipment and they should be. Freeport gave out picture cards with a description of the 1916 American La France Model 31 steam pumper. The Nott steam pumper was purchased in 1906 as a horse drawn unit and it was motorized in 1916 and nicknamed “Jumbo” due to her seven ton weight. Restoration on this classic started in 1975 by the dedicated members of the Freeport Exempt Fireman's Association. Tom Rinelli and the Long Island Antique Fire Association group, the local fire-police, vendors and families and friends of the photo group should be commended for a great, well organized day. - RON JEFFERS

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Former Central Islip State hospital 1954 American La France.

Shady Grove Antique FD 1942 A. Fox War Baby.

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Freeport 1916 American La France/1906 Nott steamer.

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Port Jefferson 1947 American La France

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East Hampton 1909 Nott steamer that was motorized.

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Long Island antique apparatus photo shoot, additional vehicles

Miami-Dade Engine 3. FDNY 9/11 memorial unit.

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Northport 1951 Ford/Approved.

Bay Shore 1982 Mack 109-foot rear mount. One of 14 Bulldog model aerial ladders built.

Middle Island 1927 Ahrens Fox.

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Massapequa 1947 Mack

Islip Terrace 1920 American La France

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North Amityville 1961 American La France.

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Shady Grove 1929 Ford.

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Vehicle News

The Cherry Grove Fire Department located on Fire Island, recently took delivery of a new mini pumper. The truck body was built by Neville Truck Equipment on a chassis provided by Taylor-Dunn. The vehicle features a Darley 500gpm pump, and carries 200' of 1 3/4" hose, forcible entry tools and fittings.

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Mangano honors Great Neck educator Garden City, NY. Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano (fifth left) presents a citation to Paul E. Ziring of Mineola (third left) at a ceremony held at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum. Mr. Ziring was named “Teacher of the Year” by the Fireman’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) for developing fire safety training for Special Education Students and students with special needs. Paul Ziring has made it his life’s mission to create a better life for his students, who are members of the Special Education program of the Great Neck School District. This mission incorporates a special emphasis on the fire safety and the wellbeing of these young, often vulnerable students. Identifying and inventing unique methods that can effectively teach survival and other skills to students with severe disabilities, Paul Ziring created, honed, re-tooled and virtually perfected the

JUMP TO FILE #070615119 fire-safety curriculum to provide students with the training to stay safe in the event of a home or other fire. Mr. Ziring currently serves as the Special Education Outdoor Education Coordinator for the Great Neck School District. Since his appointment to this position, Paul has expanded the program to include 15 groups of students in the special education program throughout the district, working with students K-12 and a transition group which is made up of older students. Paul implemented field experiences outside of the schoolroom to successfully help build students’ self-confidence and expose the students to a wide range of stimulating, life skills activities. As part of the program, Paul Ziring brought his classes to the Nassau County Firefighters Mu-

seum & Education Center to learn about fire prevention and safety. Paul then helped Museum instructors adjust the program and develop a new curriculum and reservation guidelines to improve teaching classes for all children with special needs. “Paul, your hard work and the numerous hours that you have dedicated to teaching students about fire safety and prevention have made you the best teacher for this honor,” said County Executive Mangano. “It is so important for our educators to stress the need for fire safety to all of their students but especially to those with special needs. Through education we can prevent fires, the loss of life and the loss of property. Paul Ziring, not only teaches his students, he treats each and every one them with respect and shows them that they have self-worth. That is an achievement that cannot be praised enough.

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The Ridge Fire Department in Suffolk County has this converted military chassis tanker. The unit was built on a 1984 AM General Chassis. Tank and body by United Truck and Equipment in 2013. The vehicle carries 4000 gallons of water with a 250gpm pump.

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The Syosset Fire Department took delivery of a 2015 Spartan ERV 100' Midmount Platform. The vehicle is built on a Spartan Gladiator Chassis.

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Supporting the breast cancer walk Mastic Beach, NY. On the mornings of Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th, the West Islip Fire Department and multiple EMS companyies stood by for two days to supporting a cancer walk.

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The Hauppauge Fire Department recently took delivery of two Spartan/ERV engines. They are both built on Spartan Gladiator chassis with six man cabs. The vehicles have 2000 gpm pumps and 750 gallon water tanks.

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NYSAFC Presidential Achievement Awards presented

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Rescue 1 of the Valley Stream Fire Department is a 2008 KME Predator.

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Manorville Community Ambulance standing by at a recent walk to support breast cancer awareness

Ex-Chief Owen Magee of the Hicksville Fire Department was honored at the NYSAFC 109th Annual Conference & FIRE 2015 Expo This year, the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs board of diUMP TO FILE # rectors created a new J070915106 award category, the Presidential Achievement Award. This award will not necessarily be presented every year, but is intended to recognize special achievements that benefit the fire service or demonstrates outstanding effort by a chief, past chief, officer, or firefighter that goes above and beyond the normal course of duty. The award will be presented solely upon the recommendation of the NYSAFC president. The very first Presidential Achievement Awards were presented during the General Session of the NYSAFC 109th Annual Conference & FIRE 2015 Expo at the Turning Stone Resort in Verona, NY, to Ex-Chief Owen Magee of the Hicksville Fire Department (Nassau County) and Chief Chris DePaoli of the Irvington Fire Department (Westchester County). Owen Magee was honored in recognition of his dedicated service working toward the advancement of legislation for the benefit and safety of firefighters.

Ex-Chief Owen Magee with NYSAFC President 2014-2015 Don Corkery

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For years, Magee pursued legislation and changes to the law to ensure that a chief responding to a house fire would be aware that the roof of that home is constructed with truss construction. We all are very cognizant of the dangers of truss construction to a firefighter, but for years there was no good way to recognize that a house was built using that method of roof construction. Magee fought for legislation that was finally signed into law last year

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to your feet.) Hold this position for 30 seconds. If 30 seconds is beyond your capabilities hold it for as long as you can. Take brief rest periods and assume the position again until you reach a total of 30 seconds. Next up - the side plank. This form of the plank really targets the oblique muscles (That side group of muscles many of you have expressed concern about). Laying on your side, place your elbow on the ground beneath your shoulder and stack your legs out to the side so that the heels, knees, and hips are aligned with your elbow. Lift the hips so that they are in line with your legs and torso creating a straight line. Once again hold this position 30 seconds or as long as you can up to 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. Last, but surely not least – move on to the ‘V’ Sit. Begin in a seated position, contract your abdominal muscles, and lift your legs up to a 45degree angle. Reach your arms straight forward or reach up toward your shins as you are able. Maintain

good posture. As in the previous exercises hold for 30 seconds or as close to 30 seconds as possible. This exercise requires slightly more lower back involvement and strength than the other two, so be sure to work within your capabilities. Protect your back at all times and play close attention to your form, posture and alignment. Return to the starting position slowly. After completing each exercise once, go back and repeat the sequence two more times for a total of three. For a similar routine including the upper body, lower body and abs, see the November 2014 issue (“Don’t Move a Muscle) or come back next month for a new full-body stationary (isometric) workout. It’s Simple. It’s different. It works. As always be sure to have your Physician’s approval and that you are free of limitations before beginning this or any exercise program. Stay safe and let me know how it goes!

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Suffolk County Police helicopter

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FACES

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Squad 16, Class of 2015

NASSAU COUNTY FIRE SERVICE ACADEMY SUFFOLK COUNTY FIRE RESCUE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

One transported from apartment fire In the early afternoon of July 5, the Holbrook Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at Hillcrest Village, an apartment complex on Broadway Avenue. With 3-15-30, Richard Stack, in charge, two lines were stretched and put into operation, quickly extinguishing the fire. Mutual responded from the

Squad 17, Class of 2015

JUMP TO FILE #070915107 Sayville Fire Department for the RIT team and from the Bohemia Fire Department with an engine to the scene. Additionally, Community Ambulance was requested to responded to back up Holbrook's EMS. Hol-

brook's EMS transported one male occupant of the complex to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital. The Town of Islip Fire Marshal's Office responded to the scene and the Arson Squad was also requested to respond - Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services

NASSAU COUNTY FIRE SERVICE ACADEMY

FACES

WILLIAM BLAZO

Hicksville Fire Department "Jrs" took 1st Place overall in the Great Neck Muster on June 19th. 2015.

Squad 19, Class of 2015

NASSAU COUNTY FIRE SERVICE ACADEMY CHRIS BRENNER

Captain Pat Collins from the Southampton Fire Department at a recent drill.

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