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TWO FIREFIGHTERS INJURED AT BALDWIN FIRE
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On May 19, 2013 at 12:33 a.m., Baldwin Fire Department responded to a house fire at Grand Avenue. The fire started in the basement and traveled to the attic and roof areas. - See more info on page 12
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Structure fire in Shirley On the morning of May 27, 2013 at about 9:30 a.m., as our members were setting up for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade to honor those who serve in our armed forces, past and present they were called to serve themselves. The dedicated members of the Mastic Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 126 Maple Ave in Shirley. Upon arrival, Captain Rudy Sunderman Jr. transmitted a working fire, did his size up of the situation and put a plan into place. He immediately called for mutual aid from neighboring departments, increasing the resources available. He also gave the first due engine his findings of a working fire and gave them the order to stretch the
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first hose line through the front door and begin extinguishment. At this point, the structure was fully involved with smoke and fire showing from multiple windows and the roof. Mutual aid companies from Manorville, Ridge, Brookhaven, Mastic Beach and Center Moriches Fire Departments were beginning to arrive at the scene. As these companies arrived and more members from Mastic were on scene, assignments were given out to stretch additional hand lines, do a primary search of the residence and vent the building of the smoke. Within about three hours, units
were beginning to pack up and release back to their stations. No civilian injuries were reported. One firefighter was transported to Stonybrook University for minor burns to his arms by Mastic Ambulance, who provided EMS and rehab services at the scene. The fire is under investigation by Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal. Chief Jim Mickert and Captain Rudy Sunderman commended all with a job very well done. Captain Sunderman was quoted in saying, "A fire of this size shows the countless hours of training that firefighters go through really pays off and makes them true professionals. All of the firefighters did an awesome job doing what they do best.” - MIKE GUARINO
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Massapequa working fire At 10:50 p.m. on May 11, the Massapequa Fire Department dispatcher put out a call for a house fire at 13 Cherokee Place in Massapequa. Engine 634 and Ladder 636 only had to respond around the corner from their quarters to reach the scene. Upon arrival, the Lieutenant from 634 advised the dispatcher they had a working fire. Further investigation showed that the fire was in a shed which was up against the house in the rear yard. The fire was quickly extinguished and there was no extension to the inside of the home. As there was no one home at the time of the fire, the Nassau County Fire Marshal was requested to come to the scene for an investigation.
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Employment Opportunity The Plainview Fire Department is interested in hearing from qualified individuals seeking employment as: PER-DIEM PARAMEDIC Qualified applicants should possess documented experience in the following area: • New York State EMT-P MARK OSHINSKY
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Active firefighters will be given preference. Interested parties may submit their resumes with previous work experience to the Superintendent in person or by mail. Resumes should be submitted no later than June 30, 2013. There are no walk in applications for this position. Please, no phone calls. Resumes may be mailed or hand delivered to: Eric Burel-Superintendent Plainview Fire Department 885 Old Country Road Plainview, NY 11803
Melville, NY. On May 11,201, the Melville Fire Department responded to a head on collision an Old Walt Whitman Road.The drivers of both cars were fully immobilized and taken to the hospital by Melville Fire Department Ambulances.
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Uniondale responds to blaze On May 29 at approximately 3:30 p.m., Uniondale Fire Department responded to a blaze at 1182 Midland Street with Manor Parkway and Pamlico Avenue as the cross streets. The first crews on the scene from Ladder 7544 immediately transmitted a Signal 10. 755 stretched two lines to the residence, which had heavy fire on the second
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floor. North Bellmore responded with their FAST, but were quickly put to work. East Meadow the became the new FAST team. Mutual aid departments on the scene were Hempstead, West
Hempstead, East Meadow, South Hempstead and Lakeview. Franklin Square and Westbury stood by at Uniondale's headquarters. This blaze was Uniondale's first Signal 10 for 2013. The Nassau County Fire Marshals office is investigation the cause and origin of the fire. - BILL KELLY
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Communications and Emergency Scene Safety I Emergency scene communications is an important factor in successful scene operations and personnel safety. The ability to communicate essential information and or change and modify incident plans, request additional assistance, and issue evacuation orders are dependent upon concise clear comSTAYING munications. The acSAFE countability and tracking Chief Henry Campof on scene bell personnel, coordination of carrying out assigned tasks, the effective use or resources and inter agency cooperation are other emergency scene factors that require effective communications. Remember, effective communications does not mean constantly having to say something to someone or to be tying up the airwaves with a lot of useless rhetoric. A well-trained and disciplined organization should be capable of handling the average response with minimal verbal or radio communications, and direction. Written policies and procedures covering all forms of communications, from hand signals to radio, computer, and cell phone communications to emergency evacuation signals are required of all departments. The written procedures should serve as the basis for a communications training program, informing, educating, and familiarizing all members with the proper procedures and the how, when, and where they shall be used. Training sessions should also stress the importance of following the procedures, the overall effect on scene safety, and the importance that all personnel comply with the department policy and directives. Throughout history, no matter what form of communications we use, smoke signals, hand signals, drum signals, direct face-to-face verbal communications, to present day emergency scene radio communications there exists the potential for the message to be misunderstood, misinterpreted, or not received at all. Our common English language with the many words of same or similar spelling and pronunciation but separate meanings can contribute to the misunderstanding of any form of verbal message. A few simple examples: wind the clock, the wind is blowing, they wound the bandage on the wound, and there are many more words adding to the communications confusion. A simple “yes” or “no” question can result in the potential for two answers when the language is misinterpreted. “Is the
alarm going off?” Does a “yes” mean it has stopped ringing, or that it is still ringing? Sometimes, depending on how a sentence or question is worded, a yes can be a yes or a no. How about “Is the pump working right now?” What does the question ask, is the pump working properly, or is it working at this moment. It doesn’t take much to add to the confusion at the emergency scene, so think about what you are going to say before saying it. Try to avoid double meaning statements, orders, or questions. Remember to use the KISS method whenever possible (keep it simple stupid). A similar type seemingly simple question relative to emergency scene operations with a misinterpreted answer may have a detrimental effect on emergency scene personnel safety. Not only is it possible for two people to see the same thing differently, it is also possible for two people to hear the same thing differently. Choose your words carefully and avoid using words that personnel may not be familiar with; they will not be impressed, only confused. How an individual hears and interprets a message in the fire/EMS service is very important relative to the personal safety of all members involved with an emergency scene operation. It is of the utmost importance that we understand any orders, directives, and or requests that are exchanged at the emergency scene, whether they be delivered face to face or by radio. If the message is unclear to you, repeat the order/directive to the sender and define what you think it means. Clear up any word pronunciation difficulties you may have in order that both the sender and receiver are on the same page as to interpretation. The same responsibility exists with the sender that his/her orders are understood. Firefighter/EMT on scene safety, as well as overall emergency scene operations, will benefit by clear concise emergency scene communications. The Incident Commander should have a plan and the plan, in order to be effective, must be shared and understood by all subordinate on scene personnel. What has to be done, who has to do it, and how it will be done are important aspects of the Incident Commanders plan and they should be straightforward and understood. In the next issue, we will discuss the use of radio communications and the important function they provide in emergency operations and personnel safety, and what can happen when they are used improperly or are ineffective. Till next time Stay Safe and God Bless!
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Car fire on Sunrise Highway On Thursday, May 30th, firefighters responded to a car fire on Sunrise Highway. Crews were on scene for approximately 30 minutes. One lane of Sunrise Highway was shut down for safety reasons.
Mastic Fire District reminds community about swimming safety The Mastic Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners reminds residents to swim safely at beach or in a pool this summer. With our community being a beach and boat community or spending time in a pool during the upcoming summer months it is important to remember to swim safely. Incorporating some extra safety steps in and around the water can make all the difference. These proven water safety steps – provided by the USCPSC(U.S. Consumer Product Safety Council) – can be organized into three categories: • Behavioral – actions that relate to personal responsibility and action. • Knowledge-based – actions that relate to skills such as swimming, CPR and related water safety activities. • Equipment – actions that relate to barriers such as fences and safety equipment such as compliant drain covers. The following list outlines the water safety steps that you can and should take to help keep your family safe. Behavioral: • Staying close, being alert, and watching children in and around the pool
• Never leave a child unattended in a pool or spa and always watch your child when they are in or near a pool or spa. • Teach children basic water safety tips. • Avoid entrapment by keeping children away from pool drains, pipes and other openings. • Have a phone close by at all times when you or your family are using a pool or spa. • If a child is missing, look for them in the pool or spa first. • Share safety instructions with family, friends and neighbors. Knowledge: • Learn to perform CPR on children and adults; update those skills regularly. • Understand the basics of life-saving so that you can assist in a pool emergency. Equipment: having the appropriate equipment • Install a four-foot fence around the perimeter of the pool and spa and use self-closing and self-latching gates. • Ask your neighbors and community groups to do the same at all residential pools. • If your house serves as the fourth side of a fence around a pool, install a pool alarm and use
all the time. Pool alarms are required for all new pools in New York. • Ensure any pool and spa you use has compliant drain covers; ask if you do not know. • Maintain pool and spa covers in good working order. • Have lifesaving equipment such as life rings or floats available for easy use. The Members of the Board want to stress the importance of this issue in the light of some recent tragedies. They went on to say “This is the time of year to spend quality time with friends and family and that time should not be associated with a horrible tragedy.” The entire board wants to encourage all residents to practice pool safety. Chief of Department James Mickert added “to avoid a tragedy, swim with a buddy and always swim in view of a Lifeguard.” For more information, visit www.poolsafely.gov, follow the campaign on Twitter (@poolsafely), visit the Flickr page at www.flickr.com/photos/poolsafely and visit the USCPSC YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/poolsafely.
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Wow! Summer must really be around the corner. As I mentioned last month the requests for fat-burning, middle whittling, butt shaping routines pour in around this time. My last column contained a fat-burning total body toning workout. Guess it spurred some of you on. What I’m getting now is requests for a quick effective abdominal routine that can be done every day. Boy, you are rolling now. Here goes… The first routine requires a swiss ball and a medicine ball. The second one is equipment free. Choose the one that suits you or alternate their use for variety. Both routines are intended for clients with healthy backs and free of any other exercise restrictions. As always, consult your physician before beginning this or any other exercise routine. Perform 15-20 of each exercise. Three sets of each exercise with a set of standing alternating
knee lifts, front kicks and side kicks (all kickboxing style) in between each set as listed. Routine 1 Jacknife: Over a swiss ball , with shins resting on ball and hands on floor, shoulder width apart. Keeping hands still and shoulders stable roll ball under you by bending knees up to chest. Return to start position. Alternating knee lifts Seated twists, sit, straddling a bench. Hold a medicine ball (be sure to select an appropriate weight). Turn and place ball on bench behind you. Twist to opposite side and pick up ball. Turn and place ball on bench behind you. Complete your 15-20 reps and then repeat in opposite direction. Alternating front kicks Medicine ball crunch, lie on back knees bent, feet flat on the floor, shoulder distance apart. Hold a Medicine Ball beyond your head. Perform a crunch, bringing medicine ball up and then toward knees. Alternating side kicks Cool-down with some low back stretches Routine 2 Seated knee raise, sitting at the end of a bench or on the floor, lean back 45 degrees. Hold that posi-
tion. Bend legs as you pull knees to chest. Extend to starting position. Alternating knee lifts Elbow to knee touch, lying on back knees bent, feet flat, clasp hands behind head, (being careful to avoid pressing head forward). Cycle your legs (like pedaling a bike) while simultaneously lifting head/shoulders and touching right elbow to left knee then left elbow to right knee. Alternating front kicks Crunches, lying on back, hands clasped behind head or crossed over chest. Legs extended upward, knees very slightly bent. Crunch/sit-up. Alternating side kicks Cool-down with some low back stretches These exercises will tone and shape those abdominal muscles, but remember if they are disguised by a layer or two of fat, you’ve got to do some burning in your workouts and/or trim some of the fat from your diet. Last month’s routine is a great way to accomplish that. Go For it! Be Smart! Stay Safe! - LORI HODGKINSON
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Positive feedback received from customer using mortgage program On the same day he closed on his first home, Henry EspinZamora sent off an email to the staff of the Sun National Bank Heroes Mortgage Program, thanking them for all of their time and support during the process. Not a problem, Mr. EspinZamora, it was our pleasure working with a hero like yourself. 1st Responder and Sun Home Loans teamed up to create the Heroes Mortgage Program. This exclusive mortgage opportunity provides discounted fees and low interest rates for firefighters and other members of the emergency services community. The program offers unmatched rates, minimal lender fees and promises to get clients in their new home by the contract date. Espin-Zamora, 28, is a police officer in West New York, N.J. During his search for a home, he looked at several listings with different realtors. Of course, the Heroes Mortgage staff was right by his side during the entire process, providing a great mortgage rate. “I couldn’t be happier,” Espin-Zamora said. “That’s why I sent the email. I just wanted to
show my appreciation, to express myself. Any time I had a question, they were always there for me. They really helped make this happen for me.” Sun Home Loans, a division of Sun National Bank and 1st Responder are both proud to serve the heroes in our community, who dedicate their lives serving the rest of us. Clients enjoy unmatched customer service and attentiveness throughout the process - from their initial inquiry - to closing. Working with its own resources and Federal government programs, Sun National Bank develops solutions that open the path to home ownership. Sun National Bank provides a full-range of banking products and services, delivered by experienced bankers. Personal attention merges with world-class service and competitive products that meet the needs of today’s consumers and businesses. Sun National Bank believes that doing business in the community means being a part of it. Whether purchasing a new home or refinancing an existing
one, the Heroes Mortgage Program is offered exclusively, providing personal service, benefits and rates not normally available to the general public. “We are honored to continually get positive feedback from people like Mr. Espin-Zamora, who mean so much to our community,” said Steven Testa, an executive vice president with Sun National Bank. “He is a hero and were happy to work with him. The Heroes Mortgage Program continues to flourish. We consider ourselves all lucky to be able to work with the emergency services community.” To receive more information about the program and its benefits, Steven Testa at contact stesta@sunnb.com or call 973615-9745. Sun National Bank Home Loans and 1st Responder Newspaper are not affiliated. All loans subject to approval. Certain conditions and fees may apply. Mortgage financing provided by Sun National Bank Loans, Equal Housing Lender.
Win an iPad mini 1st Responder and Sun Home Loans team up to promote mortgage program The Heroes Mortgage Program has been expanding its services throughout the emergency services community since it was launched in 2011. To celebrate that success, Sun Home Loans and 1st Responder Newspaper are teaming up to give away five more Free iPad Minis in 2013.
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In aftermath of recent events, academy offers new courses The New York Wildfire and Incident Management Academy (NYWIMA) will be holding its 16th annual Academy from October 25 through November 3, 2013 at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) in Upton, NY. Many events, including wildfire field exercises and advanced Incident Command System courses, are scheduled throughout the tenday operation. The 2013 Academy will be providing one of the largest offerings of training courses ever with more than twenty five proposed. The Academy’s schedule includes many instructional opportunities not previously provided by NYWIMA and specific advanced courses which are not frequently offered in the United States. This fall, NYWIMA will be conducting an inaugural Brush Truck Training course, oriented toward volunteer firefighters, which is designed to provide both classroom and actual in-the-field driving, handling and operational experience which will closely simulate conditions encountered during actual incidents. The Academy will also be sponsoring free training for volunteer firefighters in Basic Firefighting and Wildfire Behavior and Fire Operations in the Urban Interface. The Academy will also be offering a number of advanced-level prescribed fire classes, including Prescribed Fire Implementation and Prescribed Fire Plan Preparation.
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In the aftermath of serious events which occurred during 2012, in particular Superstorm Sandy, the Academy will be offering a series of courses designed to aid first responders; municipal, state and federal entities and other organizations and agencies in responding to incidents. These include a powersaw (chainsaw) course with a storm debris removal focus, orientation in Incident Command System (the system which forms the core of emergency response plans across the nation) for elected and seniorlevel executives, officials, managers and supervisors and an Interagency Helicopter Training/Basic Air Operations class. Specific training for Incident Management Teams will also be offered. Field exercises will include demonstrations on ignition operations, portable pumps and water usage and basic firefighting techniques. All field events are weather dependent and may be rescheduled due to weather concerns. Weather permitting, field exercises will include the lighting of prescribed fires, chainsaw operations and hand crews constructing fireline. Classroom sessions, and all Academy operations, will occur daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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East Meadow captains being sworn in at their annual installation dinner
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Eastport’s Ed Romaine with honorees Matt Stevens, Firefighter of the Year; Milton Raynor, 50 years of service; Walter H. Pomasanoff, 60 years of service; Ed Vicik, 70 years of service; Chief Ryan King, First Assistant William Weick, Second Assistant Mark Yakaboski
Chief Michael Carrieri of the Melville Fire Department at their Anthrax Drill on April 27, 2013
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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano honored East Rockaway First Assistant Fire Chief James Henshaw, who responded to a patient in full cardiac arrest, applied a defibrillator and thanks to his heroic actions the patient made a full recovery. In attendance were Richard Smythe, Vice President of JetBlue, Chief Fire Marshal Scott D. Tusa, Fire Commissioner Rick Gardner, Nassau County Comptroller George Maragos and members of the East Rockaway Fire Department.
Eastport’s Top Ten Responders: Francis Mazura, Chief Ryan King, Phil Tortorice, Roy Yeager, William Glover, Jr., Joseph Tortorice, Nelson Torres, Michael Tortorice, Thomas Collins, Edward Schneyer, Chester Massey, First Assistant William Weick, Second Assistant Mark Yakaboski
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS June 8, 2013 NJ-The Avenel Fire Company No. 1 is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with a parade stepping off at noon followed by a picnic in Merrill Park. Visit www.avenelfire.org for additional information. June 8, 2013 MA-The 36th Annivery Fire Apparatus Parade, Show and Firematic Flea Market sponsored by the Massachusetts Antique Fire Apparatus Association, Inc. will take place at Edgewater Park in Wakefield. Visit their website at www.mass.mafaa.net for additional information. June 8, 2013 FL-The Levy County Dept of Public Safety 2013 Expo will be held 10a-3p at the Bronson Youth League Field at 220 Picnic St. Free and open to public. June 10, 2013 TX-The Rio Vista Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a new 52 week raffle. Contact Rick Cumins at 817556-8580 for additional information. June 12-15, 2013 NY-The NYSAFC 107th Annual Conference will take place at the Turning Stone Resort in Verona. 2013 attendee and exhibitor registrations are available at www.nysfirechiefs.com. June 13, 2013 NY-The Oneida County Fire Chiefs is planning their Annual Fire Service Clambake and Picnic in conjunction with this year’s New York State Association of Fire Chiefs Expo at the Turning Stone Casino from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Contact the Oneida County Fire Chiefs Association for additional details.
June 16, 2013 VT-The Barre Town Fire Department's 56th Annual Father's Day Chicken BBQ will take place att the East Barre Fire Station, serving from 12pm-2pm. Contact Deputy Chief Sanborn for information at 802-3719193. June 16, 2013 RI-The Rhode Island Antique Fire Apparatus Society, the Rhode Island Chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motor Fire Apparatus in America (SPAAMFAA) will be holding its 9th Annual Antique Fire Apparatus and Equipment Show. Visit www.riafas.org for additional information. June 22, 2013 NJ-New Point Comfort Volunteer Fire Company presents a concert to Restore the Firehouse featuring Larry Chance & the Earls. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show time at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at door. Visit www.newpointcomfort.org for additional information. June 22, 2013 NJ-Arbor Hose will host the dedication of their new Engine 643 at Johnson’s Park in Piscataway from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. For additional information, visit their website at www.arborhosefire.org. June 22, 2013 NJ-Bound Brook Fire Deparment will conduct the 2013 NJ State Exempts Firefighters Convention in conjunction with the Bound Brook Fire Dept 125years of dedicated service state parade. Visit www.bbfd125.org for additional information. June 22, 2013 CA-The Mt. Baldy Fire Depart-
ment is hosting their 56th Annual Steak Fry from 3-9 p.m. at Mt. Baldy Trout Pools. Visit their website at www.mtbaldyfire.com.
rade on Friday, horseshoe tournament on Saturday and motorcycle poker run on Saturday. Contact them at hookies745@verizon.net.
sponse Expo will be held at the Eastwood Expo Center in Youngstown, OH. For additional information, visit www.simoneventmanagement.com.
June 23, 2013 NJ-Tri-Counties Fire Association 22nd Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show, Fire Truck Parade & Firematic Flea Market will take place at Thompson County Park kin Jamesburg from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For additional information, call Mary Ann at 732-9423438.
September 2, 2013 VT-The Barre Town Fire Department is holding a 52 gun raffle in an effort to raise money for a side by side ATV for trail/wilderness rescue, and wildland fires. Contact Deputy Chief Sanborn at 802-371-9193 for details.
October 13, 2013 PA-A Model Train Show & Sale is being held at the Hawley Fire House from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $3, children under 12 free with paid admission. For information, contact Bill Delling at 570-2263206.
July 14, 2013 NJ-The Knights of Fire is hosting their Annual Poker Run with sign in at Redd’s Restaurant & Bar in Carlstadt from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Visit www.theknightsoffire.org for additional information. July 20-24, 2013 OH-2013 Ohio Fire Chiefs’ Association Annual Conference and Trade Show will be held at the Sharonville, OH Convention Center, Sharonville, OH. Visit their website at www.ohiofirechiefs.org. July 27, 2013 NY-The Wallkill Hook, Ladder & Hose Co will host the 2013 Ulster County Volunteer Firemen’s Association Convention and Parade. Contact Steve Lenz at 845-895-9708 for additional information. August 2-4, 2013 PA-The Shenandoah Rescue Hook & Ladder Co. #1 Block Party will take place with an apparatus pa-
September 20-22, 2013 CT-The South Windsor Fire Department is hosting the 2013 Connecticut Firefightes Association Annual Convention to include a parade, firefighters muster, food and entertainment. For details, contact Scott Fine at 860-463-0500. October 3-4, 2013 VA-The 11th Annual Fairfax Fire Officers Seminar is proud to announce for the 2013 seminar the following presenters: Firefighter Jason Brezler from the Fire Department of New York, Chief (ret.) Rick Lasky. Contact us ror more information and registration at info@fairfaxfireofficers.org. October 5, 2013 NJ-Silverton Volunteer Fire Company is sponsoring their 2013 Harley FLHX Street Glide Raffle. Drawing: October 5th at 5pm during the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company 6th Annual Fall Festival & Poker Run. For tickets: 732-255-3244.
November 23, 2013 NY-Wolcottsville is hosting a Meat/Turkey Raffle with free refreshments and 50/50’s. Contact Bob Groff at rgroff29m7@rochester.rr.com for more information. December 24, 2013 NY-Wolcottsville is hosting their Christmas Raffle with 20 prizes on the main ticket, food and refreshments, side raffles and a 50/50. Contact Bob Groff at rgroff29m7@rochester.rr.com for more information. Feb 28-March 2, 2014 TN-16th Annual Smoky Mountain Weekend, Largest Fire/Rescue Training Event in Tennessee will be held in the heart of Pigeon Forge at their all new LeConte Convention Center. Contact Jeff or Rosemary Nichols at smokymtnweekend@live.com.
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The Third Annual Lancaster 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster, PA. Participants will climb steps at Clipper Magazine Stadium multiple times for a total of 110 stories, representing the number of floors in the World Trade Towers. Each climb is hosted and managed by local firefighters or people with an interest in ensuring that the 343 firefighters are not forgotten and to support the families of the fallen. All participants will receive a photo and badge of one of the fallen heroes of September 11th. A total of 343 individuals can participate in each event. Registration fees will be directed to the NFFF to assist the surviving families and coworkers of those firefighters killed on September 11, 2001. “The 9-11 Memorial Stair Climbs are a tremendous way to honor those heroes by completing the symbolic climb that they could not finish,” said Chief Ronald J. Siarnicki, executive director of the NFFF. “These climbs are also a way to let the families know the legacies of their loved ones are remem- JUMP TO FILE # bered by so many in 040813136 the fire service.” The 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs are inspired by stair climbs that first took place in Denver in 2005. Five Colorado firefighters gathered at a high-rise in the city to climb 110 flights of stairs in memory of their 343 FDNY brothers. Word spread throughout the Denver area fire departments and by 2007, more than 100 firefighters wanted to participate. Interest continued to increase each year and was capped at 343 in 2008. The Lancaster Stair Climb also remembers firefighters from Pennsylvania who have died in the line-of-duty since the previous year’s Stair Climb. For more information on the Lancaster Stair Climb, visit Lancaster Stair Climb on Facebook, or contact Scott Yuill at syuill@comcast.net. About the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) The United States Congress created the NFFF to lead a nationwide effort to remember America's fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the nonprofit foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers. The NFFF also works closely with the U.S. Fire Administration to help prevent and reduce line of duty deaths and injuries. For more information on the Foundation and its programs contact us at 301-447-1365 or visit www.firehero.org. - PROVIDED
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FACES If you have photos you would like to see in our Faces feature please upload them on our website www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Heather@1stResponderNews.com.
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Nassau County Fire Department Pipe Band
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Chief McGee with his grandfather and brother at the East Meadow Installation Dinner
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Bay Shore Parade celebrates 95 years Bay Shore-Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance was one of many local organizations to take part in the 95th Annual Bay Shore Memorial Day Parade on May 27th, 2013. Leading the parade was Chief William Froehlich, followed by fellow officers, badge and probationary members as well as our youth squad.
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The Memorial Day parade is a stark contrast from the lively March St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade concluded with a ceremony at St. Patrick's Cemetery lead by the chiefs and membership of the Bay Shore Fire
Department. Bay Shore-Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance would like to take this moment to salute the men and women of the US Armed Forces who have given their lives for our country. We will forever remember their sacrifice and honor their memory. - LAURIE HUGHES
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Vehicle News
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The Hampton Bays FD took delivery of a 2013 Pierce The Deer Park Fire Department recently took delivery of The Brentwood FD Central Engine Company #5 took deImpel, PUC pumper. The pumper features a 1500gpm a 2013, 95' Seagrave Aerialscope II. The vehicle is built livery of two Pierce Impel pumpers. Both have 1500gpm pump, 750 gallon poly tank and a 6kw generator. on a Marauder II Attacker Chassis with a stainless steel pumps, 750 gallon poly tanks. Brentwood 3-2-5 cab and body.
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Exchange Ambulance Corps of the Islips took delivery Bethpage Fire Department placed in service a 2013 Fer- The Brentwood FD Central Engine Company #5 took deof a 2013 Ford E450, Type III, PL Custom Medallion 170 rara Ultra HD Heavy Rescue. The rescue is built with livery of two Pierce Impel pumpers. Both have 1500gpm from Alan Rich, Specialty Vehicles, Inc., Ferrara's HD stainless steel cab and body. pumps, 750 gallon poly tanks. Brentwood 3-2-5
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East Hampton Village took delivery of a 2013 Ford E450, The Centereach Fire Department took delivery of a SparType III, PL Custom Medallion 170 from Alan Rich, Spe- tan ERV Metro Star Pumper with a 2000gpm pump and cialty Vehicles, Inc. 500 gallon poly tank.
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Great Neck Alert took delivery of their 2012 Pierce In- The Centereach FD took delivery of a Spartan ERV Evoferno Heavy Rescue Truck lution, 100' Midmount Ladder with a 2000gpm pump, 300 gallon poly tank and 20kw Harrison Generator.
If your truck is new from a manufacturer or new to you, we want to feature it in our vehicle news section! Email a clear, outdoor, well-lit photo to us at News@1stResponderNews.com Please include a brief description of the vehicle as well as the name of the department.
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Uniondale firefighters taking a well deserved break at a recent fire.
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Wantagh Fire Department never misses a tournament
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Tommy and Benny of the Hempstead Fire Department
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James J. Kane, Robert W. Salvesen, Ex Chief John J. Priest, Jr, Walter P. Griffin, Jr. of the East Meadow Fire Department
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Eastport’s High point Award Winner Thomas Collins With Chief Ryan King, First Assistant William Weick, and Second Assistant Mark Yakaboski
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East Meadow Assistant Chiefs (left to right) Robert W. Salvesen (1st assistant Chief), James J. Kane (2nd Assistant Chief), John M. McGee (3rd Assistant Chief)
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