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New Britain, CT - On September 26th just past 12:30 P.M., New Britain Fire was dispatched to 286 Lewis Road for a reported structure fire. The first company on-scene reported fire showing from the first-floor window of a two-story, wood frame structure.
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Swanton, VT - On October 12th at approximately 5:43 P.M., the Swanton Fire Department responded to Jewett Street for reports of a car fire. Upon arrival of 13E1, firefighters made a quick attack and knock down of the fire. Also responding to the scene were 13T1 and the Swanton Police Department.
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Pennsylvania: Charles E. Horan, 61 Rank: Safety Officer Incident Date: September 19, 2016 Death Date: September 21, 2016 Fire Department: North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: While preparing to leave home for a response call to assist law enforcement gain access to the roof of a building, Fire Safety Officer Horan tripped and fell, suffering a severe injury. Safety Officer Horan was treated by fellow responders and transported to the hospital where, despite all efforts, he succumbed to his injuries several days later.
Delaware: Christopher M. Leach, 41 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: September 24, 2016 Death Date: September 24, 2016 Fire Department: Wilmington Fire Department Initial Summary: In the early morning hours of September 24th, Wilmington firefighters were dispatched to a burning brick row home on the 1900 block of Lakeview Road. Soon after arrival, believing that there were still residents trapped in the home, firefighters entered the structure. While searching the interior, several firefighters fell through a collapsing floor killing two of them: Lieutenant Christopher M. Leach, 41, and Senior Firefighter Jerry W. Fickes, 51. Two other firefighters were critically injured but reported to be in stable condition. The family in the home at the time of the fire, including six children, managed to escape through the back of the residence. The cause of the fire has yet to be determined. Investigation into the fatal fire continues by local, state, and federal authorities. Delaware: Jerry W. Fickes, 51 Rank: Senior Firefighter Incident Date: September 24, 2016 Death Date: September 24, 2016 Fire Department: Wilmington Fire Department Initial Summary: In the early morning hours of September 24th, Wilmington firefighters were dispatched to a burning brick row home on the 1900
block of Lakeview Road. Soon after arrival, believing that there were still residents trapped in the home, firefighters entered the structure. While searching the interior, several firefighters fell through a collapsing floor killing two of them: Lieutenant Christopher M. Leach, 41, and Senior Firefighter Jerry W. Fickes, 51. Two other firefighters were critically injured but reported to be in stable condition. The family in the home at the time of the fire, including six children, managed to escape through the back of the residence. The cause of the fire has yet to be determined. Investigation into the fatal fire continues by local, state, and federal authorities. Missouri: Sean McMullin, 46 Rank: Firefighter/Paramedic Incident Date: September 24, 2016 Death Date: September 24, 2016 Fire Department: West County EMS & Fire Protection District Initial Summary: Firefighter/Paramedic Sean McMullin was found unresponsive while on-duty at West County EMS & Fire Protection District Station 2. Fellow responders initiated lifesaving efforts, but were unsuccessful. The nature and cause of McMullin's fatal injury have not been reported.
New York: Michael J. Fahy, 44 Rank: Battalion Chief Incident Date: September 27, 2016 Death Date: September 27, 2016 Fire Department: Fire Department City of New York Initial Summary: Battalion Chief Michael J. Fahy was struck and killed by debris when a 2-story private residence under investigation for an illicit drug manufacturing operation exploded. Firefighters had first responded to a report of a gas smell at the location and found the drug lab, notifying police, but the house exploded before the situation could be fully assessed and mitigated. The fatal incident remains under investigation by authorities.
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Rockport FD Participates in Fire Prevention Week The Rockport Fire Department had a great 2016 Fire Prevention Week! Chief Peasley, Firefighter Billy Smith and Junior Firefighter Maddie Wickenden, had the privilege of visiting many local schools and daycares throughout their community. Rockport Fire also introduced the newest member of the department to the local kids, Mr. Sparky! Without a question, he
JUMP TO FILE #101416103 stole the show at every stop. Sparky even got his first TV interview! If you or your business would like a visit from Sparky or a Fire Safety presentation, please call the station to schedule a date and time. - ROCKPORT FD
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Staying Safe from Electrical Hazards II STAYING SAFE
Chief Henry Campbell
Upon arrival at a fire or emergency scene where downed or arcing wires or any other form of an electrical problem is involved, a good action would be to request the local power company to respond to the scene. Having the power company respond to all working structure fires is a good practice, should you need them, they will either be on scene or in route, a definite advantage. If the electrical hazard poses a threat to personnel or operations, a defensive posture is to be maintained until the hazard has been eliminated. If aerial devices, ladders, or hose streams are to be used in the vicinity of overhead wires or transformers, adequate placement distances should be maintained to prevent coming into contact with the wires or electrical devices. As soon as possible, utility service should be turned off at the gas meter or propane tank and the electrical panel servicing the involved area or structure. A department member trained and knowledgeable in performing such a task usually can accomplish this and it will also prove valuable in the cause and origin determination. Just screwing out fuses and dropping them on the floor, or turning circuit breakers off just won’t do. Turn the mains off by pulling or removing the main fuses and leaving all the circuit breakers or circuit fuses in their present positions as found. In some instances where it is unable to reach the electric panel, the utility company will have to disconnect service at the pole or underground service point, and may eventually do it at major fires. Remember that during overhaul and opening of ceiling walls and floors you may encounter electrical wires, outlets, and fixtures; therefore the power should be off before starting overhaul procedures. When responding to motor vehicle crashes where electricity and downed wires are involved caution is required. No approach to the vehicle or its occupants should be made until any electrical hazard has been removed. To attempt extrication of trapped victim(s) is foolhardy and should never be attempted no matter who the victim may be. In the event of a pole and wires down, obtain the pole number from another pole other than the one involved in the accident, don’t go walking under the involved pole. Surely the
power company will find the location. You are there to do all you can do to rectify the problem, but never lose site of the fact that you did not create the problem, your safety comes first. Risk always has to be evaluated as to what will be gained, and when up against 13,000 volt wires, defer to standing fast until the electric power has been shut down. “Killing the power” is the responsibility of the power company. Emergency response personnel should never attempt to pull electric meters, cut wires, or pull pole fuses or circuit breakers. Secure the scene and await the arrival of the power company. During storms when wires are down in numerous locations, it may require longer waits before response from the power company arrives. The use of fire police, local, or state police to secure the
scene may be required in order to place equipment and personnel back in service and available for additional response. Never leave the scene of any type hazard that you have responded to unprotected, you are responsible until you have transferred the hazard to another agency, the power company, or it has been eliminated. One last thought for those departments that respond to flooded basement calls, remember most electric panels are located in the basement. Generally they are above the depth of the flooding condition, but checking the depth of the water before beginning your pumping operation is important. Looking from the outside before wading into the water and confirming the location of the electric panel with the homeowner will enhance your safety. Till next time, Stay Safe and God Bless!
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Rockport, ME - How many fire departments are lucky enough to have their former Chiefs, (Bruce and Charlie in Rockport FD's case), still on the department?! Rockport FD feels very, very lucky to still have their expertise and experience on-hand! ROCKPORT FD
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Unity FD Responds to Car-Versus-Pole Dover, NH - On September 19th at 8:29 P.M., Unity Fire Dept. was dispatched to 2nd NH Turnpike, in the area of County Farm Road, for a report of a car versus telephone pole. Deputy Chief Noll arrived onscene at 8:45 P.M. with Unity Engine-2 and found that the car had sheared the phone pole in half, with the car coming to rest on top of a portion of the pole that was still in the ground, and the remainder of the pole suspended above the vehicle by the electrical and phone wires. The driver of the vehicle was uninjured and out of the vehicle when emergency personnel arrived. All electrical wires were intact, but hanging low over the road and were still live, posing a hazard to vehicles and people in the area. In addition, the strain placed on the wires and remaining poles raised concerns regarding their stability. The area was cleared of vehicles and people and 2nd NH Turnpike was closed due to the hazards. Unity apparatus and personnel remained on-scene until 3:59 A.M., when they were relieved by traffic control people requested by the power company. All units were back in service at 4:12 A.M. Also assisting on-scene were Golden Cross Ambulance, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department and the New Hampshire State Police. - ROBERT NOLL
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Laconia, NH - In September, Laconia and Belmont Firefighters got advanced pump training while onduty. The class was conducted behind Central Fire Headquarters. Laconia hired FDSS (Fire Department Support Sytems) to do the training over the course of four days. Each firefighter got 40 minutes of live-pump training, using various simulations teaching how to trouble shoot pump operations.
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NORWALK FD
MVA with Rollover in Norwalk Leaves Two Injured Norwalk, CT - The Norwalk Fire Department responded to a one-car accident on the Merritt Parkway on October 12th at 7:23 P.M. The car, a Nissan Maxima traveling southbound, left the parkway about 1,500-feet prior to exit-40. The car then rolled several times before landing on its roof and coming to rest on a rock, in the wooded area between the Parkway and Creeping Hemlock Lane. Norwalk Fire crews worked the accident from Creeping Hemlock and Westport Fire crews assisted from the Parkway. A man and a woman were found outside and next to the vehicle when firefighters arrived. Both patients were transported from the scene by Norwalk Hospital paramedics. The man appeared to have nonlife-threatening injuries, while the woman’s injuries were more serious. Firefighters were initially told by the two patients that one or maybe two other people were in the car with them. This information forced firefighters to cut into
JUMP TO FILE #101416106 the crushed car's back seat and trunk, as well as to look under the car to ensure that no one was trapped inside. Firefighters also scoured the woods with flashlights and thermal imaging cameras for several hundred feet in both directions, to ensure that no one was ejected during the accident. No other patients were found. The Parkway southbound was down to one lane and closed several times during the incident so that an ambulance and wrecker could enter the Parkway the wrong way to retrieve a patient and the car. Norwalk Fire responded with two Engines, a Rescue and Command Car. Westport Fire responded with the same compliment. The Connecticut State Police were investigating the cause of the accident and the scene was cleared by 9:00 P.M. - NORWALK FD
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Vacant House Fire in New Britain Quickly Contained New Britain, CT - On October 10th at 5:50 P.M., police officers reported to dispatch that they had a structure fire at 266 Fairview Street. New Britain Fire units arrived to find fire on the JUMP TO FILE# third-floor of a va- 101216105 cant, three-story, wood frame house. Firefighters made a good stop as the fire was starting to take hold of the third-floor, bringing the blaze under control in about one-half-hour. The cause of the fire is being investigated. - MICHAEL CARENZA JR.
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Baltic, CT - On Tuesday, October 4th at 8:39 P.M., Baltic Fire Engine #1 responded to a car into tree at 27 Hanover Versailles Rd. Upon arrival, the car was heavily damaged and the operator was found to have experienced a medical emergency and was then transported to Backus ED. One-halfhour later, as units were clearing from the first call, they were paged to a second call, reporting a truck into pole at 217 Wilimantic Rd., with Franklin Ambulance-525 providing mutual aid. Upon arrival, units founds a 15-foot section of pole resting above the ground, being supported by phone and power lines. The operator refused medical treatment and stated that the accident occurred after he swerved to avoid a deer.
Danbury, CT - On October 9th at 4:42 A.M., the Danbury Police received a burglar alarm for the Windmill Diner, located at 14 Mill Plain Road. Upon arrival of police officers, smoke was found issuing from the building and the Danbury Fire Department was requested to respond. First to arrive was Car-30 (DC Meehan), who was met by DPD Officer James Grundman, a former Chief of the Mahopac, NY Fire Department. A working fire was confirmed and thought to be coming from the basement. Car-30 transmitted the Working Fire and companies went to work. First-due Engine-26 went to
JUMP TO FILE #100916101 the rear of the building, assisted by Squad-1 and Truck-1, where they forced the Bilco door to the basement and were met with heavy smoke. Tanker-12 arrived to support Engine-26 for water supply, while Engine-22 laid a 600foot, five-inch supply line from the closest hydrant. As the building opened up and crews advanced, Car-30 transmitted a second-alarm, bringing Engine-26 and Engine-8 to the scene. The interior fire attack crew searched the extensive basement
and found a fire burning in a storage room. They were able to make quick work of the fire with a oneand-three-quarter inch line. Engine-8 acted as RIT, while Engine-25 was the Safety Company. Tanker-13 arrived as back up and Squad-6 arrived to assist with lighting and air supply. The fire was extinguished and the building was ventilated from smoke and carbon monoxide before the Deputy Fire Marshal took over to conduct his investigation. There were no injuries reported. Danbury EMS stood-by with an ambulance and medic supervisor. - BERNIE MEEHAN
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East Great Plain Responds to MVA in Norwich
Norwich, CT - On October 3rd at 2:31 P.M., the East Great Plain Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in front of Northeast Towing, located at 563 West Thames Street. Rescue-5 arrived to find that a Ford Escape had rear-ended a trailer that was being towed by a Mustang. All operators were out of the vehicles and were not injured, so American Ambulance obtained their refusals. The crew from Rescue-5 secured the vehicles and contained the fluid spill.
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Crews Battle East Berlin Structure Fire
East Berlin, CT - At 1:58 A.M. on September 18th, four companies were dispatched to a reported structure fire located at 233 Main St. Car-11 arrived to find a 25X30 building that was fully involved. Engine-7 was first-due, arriving with a crew of four and stretched a two-and-a-half inch handline. Berlin Truck-9, with a crew of six, was second-due and set up for master stream operations. Fire crews were on-scene for roughly two hours, extinguishing and overhauling the structure. Great job by all four companies! Units that operated were E-7, E-8, E-13, S-4, T-9, Car-11 and FMO.
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Norwich, CT - Five-year-old Khalif Hammond driving Norwich's Truck-1, a 2010 Pierce Arrow that has a rear mount, 100-foot tower ladder.
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House in Morris Damaged by Fire Morris, CT - A fire caused damage to a house on Berthiaume Passway, which is a narrow dirt road, on October 2nd. Around 3:30 P.M., the Morris FD was dispatched for a reported fire to Kenyon Road, near it's intersection with Route109. First-due Engine-5 had fire showing from a private dwelling on arrival. Automatic mutual aid from Bantam, with Engines 3 and 6, responded to the scene, as well as Bethlehem, with Engines 1 and 5. Nobody was home at the time of the fire and the cause is under investigation.
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Working House Fire in New Britain New Britain, CT - On September 26th just past 12:30 P.M., New Britain Fire was dispatched to 286 Lewis Road for a reported structure fire. The first company on-scene reported fire showing from the first-floor window of a two-story, wood frame structure. The occupant and his dog had made it out safely, so firefighters went right to work, knocking down the flames and bringing the fire under control within about one-half-hour. The Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause.
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Bus-Versus-Car Sends Five to Hospital
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Norwich, CT - On October 3rd at 3:40 P.M., the Norwich Fire Department was dispatched to the intersection of West Main Street and Thames Street for a car-versus-bus. Engine-3, Squad-A and Battalion-1 arrived to find that the car had struck the bus, resulting in moderate damage. A total of 21 patients were on-scene and after triage, it was determined that five patients needed transport. One patient had serious injuries and four others had minor injuries, including an 11-month-old child. Firefighters began treating all injured patients along with American Ambulance, who then transported the injured to Backus Hospital. Firefighters secured both vehicles and a replacement bus arrived to allow the remaining passengers to continue on their way. The accident is being investigated by the Norwich Police Department.
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Norwich FD Conducts Annual Open House Norwich, CT - October is fire prevention month and on Saturday, October 1st, the Norwich Fire Department held their annual open house. They conducted hands-on activities and demonstrations, including vehicle extrication, fire extinguishers, cooking safety, fire sprinklers and a smoke simulation trailer. Local citizens got to put out real fires and crawl through fake smoke to practice fire safety. A great time was had by all and they welcome everyone to stop in
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Crews Respond to Kitchen Fire on Main St. Norwich, CT - At 4:19 P.M. on September 29th, the Norwich Fire Department was dispatched to 321 Main Street for a reported structure fire on the seco n d - f l o o r . Battalion-1 arrived first and reported a JUMP TO FILE# three-story in the 100316104 front, four-story in the rear, ordinary style construction building, with smoke showing from the rear. Squad-A and Engine-2 stretched the Squad's alley line up the main stairs and forced entry to the fire apartment. Engine-3 established the water supply and then forced entry into the adjacent apartment. Truck-X and TruckStep performed the primary search and found a fire in the kitchen of a second-floor unit. The Truck/Driver set up the truck and prepared for ventilation. The Norwich Fire Marshal's office is investigating and the fire did not result in any injuries. - RYAN FLAHERTY
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Lieutenant Sicuso, along with Firefighters Scott Belleville, Adam Griffin and Ryan Southworth, demonstrate how they perform extrication from a motor vehicle.
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Hinsdale VFD Responds to Three MVA’s Within Five Days Hinsdale, MA - The Hinsdale VFD responded to three motor vehicle accidents within five days during the last week of September. The first occurred on September 22nd and was dispatched at 5:32 P.M. for a vehicle into a tree on Washington Rd., JUMP TO FILE# near Pittsfield Rd. 101216102 Initial reports indicated injuries and possible extrication. Quick Attack Engine-8, Squad-1, Rescue-4 and Ambulance-5 responded under the command of Chief Larry Turner with 13 firefighters. On arrival, units found a late model Jeep Sport Wrangler off the road and into a tree, with the patient being cared for by a paramedic who happened to be near the scene. Light extrication was required and the driver, who was the lone occupant, was transported to Berkshire Medical Center by HVFD ambulance with head and facial injuries. All other units cleared the scene at 6:11 P.M. after the vehicle was removed by LaRouchelle Towing. On September 23rd at 11:39 P.M., Dalton Communications alerted the HVFD to an MVA rollover on Stonehouse Rd. Rescue-4, Ambulance-5 and Chief Larry Turner responded with six firefighters. While en-route, units were notified by Hinsdale Police that the two occupants were out of the car. On arrival, a 2002 Dodge Stratus was found on it's roof. EMT's evaluated and counseled the patients on-scene, finding no apparent injuries. Both refused medical transport. All units cleared the scene at 12:44 A.M., after Larouchelle Towing righted the vehicle and placed it on a flatbed. The third MVA was toned out by Dalton Communications at 12:56 P.M. on September 27th for a car into a hydrant and tree at 47 Curtis St. Chief Larry Turner with Car-1 responded with eight firefighters manning Squad-1, Rescue-4 and Ambulance-5. A vehicle that was being driven by a 17-year-old driver lost control on a curve, sheared off a fire hydrant and then came to rest against a tree. After EMT's checked the patient, he refused medical transport. All units remained at the scene until the vehicle was removed at 1:36 P.M.
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Firefighters Battle TwoAlarm Fire in Fall River Fall River, MA - Shortly after 9:15 P.M. on October 3rd, firefighters were called out to 294 Robeson Street for a reported fire with occupants trapped. Engine-9 arrived first onscene to a four-unit, JUMP TO FILE# three-story wood 100516100 frame structure, with heavy fire showing from two windows on the first-floor. Car-2, under the command of District Chief Sean Flannery, arrived and established Robeson Street Command, followed by Engine-4, Engine-12, Platform-1, Ladder-4 and Heavy Rescue-1. With the report of people trapped, multiple Medical Rescues were dispatched to the scene. All
occupants had escaped by the time of the first units arrival, however two people were transported with minor injures. The crew from Engine-9 attacked the fire while Engine-4 provided water supply. Platform-1 and Rescue-1 conducted a primary search of all units and confirmed a negative result. Firefighters chased the fire up the inside walls to the third-floor and made a great stop. Command called in the Fire Investigation Unit to begin the investigation into origin and cause, while Special Services were called in to provide rehab to firefighters and to arrange for the seven displaced occupants to have shelter for the evening. - KENNETH LEGER
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Extrication Needed for Truck-Versus-House Waltham, MA - Waltham firefighters from Engine-8 and Rescue-6 had to extricate two teenagers who lost control of their pick-up and crashed into a house at 542 Trapello Road on September 21st. They were taken to Lahey Clinic with minor injuries. CAPT. RDL
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Vehicle Crashes into House in Whitman Whitman, MA - At around 5:45 P.M. on the evening of Thursday, September 15th, the Whitman Fire Department responded to a reported motor vehicle accident at the intersection of High Street and Forest Street. Ambulance247, Engine-243 and Car-3 re- JUMP TO FILE# sponded to the 092016102 scene. Companies arrived to find that a single vehicle had crashed into the house at 106 High Street. Structural damage was noted and the building inspector was requested to respond to the scene. The occupant of the vehicle was reportedly uninjured and refused transport from the scene. No other injuries were reported and the cause of the accident is under investigation. - PAT TRAVERS
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Fremont, NH - Fremont’s new Engine-2 is this 2016 KME Predator, 1250-GPM pump/2700-gallon water tank and 30-gallon foam tank with CAFS.
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East Falmouth, MA - The East Falmouth Fire Station recently took delivery of a new Pierce Arrow XT. Engine-25 has a 720-gallon tank/1500-GPM, 30-gallon foam capacity, light tower and new restraint system.
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Water Search for Missing Person in Plymouth Plymouth, MA - On the afternoon of Wednesday, September 14th, the Plymouth and Bourne Fire Departments responded to 185 Herring Pond Road for a report of a person missing in the water. Search operations had to be discontinued due to poor JUMP TO FILE# weather conditions, 092016103 as well as nightfall setting in. The search was set to resume again the following day, with assets from the Plymouth County Technical Rescue Team, Plymouth Fire Dive Team, Massachusetts State Police Underwater Recovery Team, Massachusetts Environmental Police, Plymouth Harbormaster, Bourne Fire Department, State Rehab Unit, Providence Canteen and several other agencies. At 6:30 A.M. on Thursday, September 15th, operations resumed with the Plymouth Fire Department and Plymouth County Technical Rescue Team utilizing tow bar operations in the area that the missing person was last seen. Massachusetts Environmental Police and the Massachusetts State Police utilized highly technical sonar equipment to assist in the search. The missing 26-year-old Cedarville man was recovered by a Plymouth County Technical Rescue Team diver around 3:30 P.M. that afternoon, in approximately 25-feet of water and 200-feet from the shoreline. The man had reportedly went for a swim off of a boat with two friends, became distressed, and did not resurface. The boat reportedly drifted from the swimmers and eventually ran aground.
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At the Association of Fire Districts of NY annual Fall Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY, internationally acclaimed Fire Chief Billy Goldfeder gave the keynote address to approximately 370 Fire District Commissioners from all over New York state. Chief Goldfeder brings decades of firefighting experience to his presentations and the address on October 14th was no different. Goldfeder has been in the fire service since 1973 and his career continues today. In addition to currently serving as Deputy Fire Chief for the LovelandSymmes Fire Department in JUMP TO FILE# Loveland, Ohio, he 101416107 serves as the International Director for the Safety, Health and Survival section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs. The 1993 graduate of of the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer program serves as an Associate/Contributing Editor for many fire service publications, co-hosts a website solely dedicated to the safety and survival of firefighters and in 2001, was appointed Honorary Battalion Chief of the FDNY. Chief Goldfeder came to the conference to stress the need for communication between commissioners and their chiefs. He stressed the need for people who put the fires out to understand the role of the commissioner and the need for commissioners to be involved in the day-to-day operations of the department, without becoming a micro-manager. The speaker continued by telling everyone in attendance that the commissioners and every person involved in the fire department needs to protect three separate, but equally important customer bases; the district taxpayers, the district's firefighters, and the families of the firefighters. By keeping those three groups in mind at every decision, the district will be better served. With regard to safety, the chief called on his own experience and expertise to state that most line-ofduty deaths are preventable. He went further by saying that the departments with the most stringent rules and drills have higher call turnout and better safety records. He advanced the idea that departments hold frequent drills and firefighters that miss them are not permitted to respond to calls until the drill requirement is met. Equipment purchasing was also mentioned during the three hour event. Chief Goldfeder stressed the importance of buying equipment such as thermal imaging devices, that will benefit the three customer bases previously mentioned. He argued that equipment that can save lives and prop-
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Staatsburg Fire District Commissioner/1st Responder News Correspondent Todd Bender and Chief Goldfeder.
erty would not be objectionable to the taxpayer, would give the firefighters one more tool to aid in safety, and the families of the firefighters would have some peace of mind. Chief did say that when equipment is asked for and subsequently purchased, that the commissioners demand that the chief draw up a policy for utilizing the equipment. The theory is that the best tools on the market only work when you take them off of the apparatus and actually use them. He also said that department officers should be responsible for making sure the policies are observed by the members of the department. On policies themselves, Goldfeder said that three things need to happen before a policy is enforceable; classroom session on the policy, hands on
training, and testing on the material covered in the classroom and hands on exercise. Cancer, the ever-growing problem in the fire industry, was also mentioned. Chief Goldfeder stressed the need for policies that keep firefighters away from fires unless they are wearing their SCBA equipment. There is enough validated research that shows the correlation between toxic fumes at fires to the diagnosis of cancer among firefighters and commissioners should demand that the appropriate breathing equipment be used at all times. Goldfeder also encouraged the older members in attendance to get periodic cancer screenings due to previous exposure and the benefit of early diagnosis. - TODD BENDER
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5-5-5 Firefighter Fitness Part II: The “How” By now you have had enough time to come up with some “whys”. But in case you haven’t, just take a look around during your next shift change or ride in the rig; those are your “whys”. In my last article, I promised you a “how to”; well, JUMP TO FILE# sort of anyway… 072016125 See, the “how” in fitness can be even more complicated than the “why” and because we are firefighters, we tend to make that “how” even more complicated than it needs to be, right?! So maybe this time around we will spend some more time focusing on the “how not’s” rather than the “how to’s,” which surprisingly, may actually be a bit harder. First and foremost, there is no quick and easy fix. If you want to make this work, if you want to do it for yourself, for your family and for your crew, you better plan to be in it for the long haul. Sure, a 28-daychallenge will work, especially one that provides you with what meals to eat, what you should drink and how you need to work out. It’ll work even more so for someone who has been primarily sedentary. But what happens on day 29??? You either re-up your “challenge,” attempt to create on your own the same magic that just occurred, or it’s back to life as you knew it before. No matter what you see on TV or read in a trade magazine, there is no quick fix, and that’s the hardest pill to swallow. Of course there is still a huge market of products, promising rapid results and ultimate changes. There are even some geared specifically to emergency services personnel. They might look pretty and flashy,
or claim to “simulate” real-life training conditions, but here’s a tip; you don’t need them! Do they help? Sure, especially to the person whose just starting out. But over time, what happens to these gimmick products? They end up in a pile on the floor, in the corner, not getting used. Mrs. Pip will tell you that I too, have fallen victim to the next greatest fitness craze, but I call it research so it’s ok; right?? And please, let’s not forget about the thousands of training “styles” that are out there. You can pick from pretty much anything; Fire Fit, Cop Fit, EMS Fit, X Fit, Jump Fit, Box Fit, Planet Fit, You're Fit, I’m Fit, or Whatever Else Fit. Regardless of which you choose, you’re at least picking to be fit, right?! You see, that’s part of the “how” that 555 Fitness focuses on: YOU. It all starts with you and your commitment to bettering yourself, both physically and mentally. The current wave of negativity sweeping through the fire service is the “look at me” phenomenon, which is allowing the “haters” to take control. These individuals tend to speak from their recliners and say that the only reason we are working out is to look good physically, even when year-after-year, the leading killer of firefighters is still from cardiac related incidents. Remember, you are never just working out. You are training for life, your life, and for those who you respond with, those who are waiting for you at home, and those who you swore to protect. So, where’s the best place to start you may ask? Chances are if you’re still reading this article, you already know the answer to that question. You start by getting up. You start by moving around. YOU are the “how.” Even with the examples I gave above, it’s all you. Every one of them
will work for you, but YOU need to make them work and here’s a pro tip; it’s not going to happen overnight. I’m sorry, but fast results, they don’t just come. It’s just like respect within a firehouse; it’s earned. Each and every day that I train, I’m earning my results. Now I’ve told you about the “why” and I’ve told you about the “how.” Next time, I’ll start to talk more about the “how to’s” of fitness in the firehouse. Till then, Train Hard Do Work Stay Safe. - Robert "Pip" Piparo
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In 1981, a pediatrician saved the life of a 3.2 pound premature baby boy by working around the clock to beat the odds and stabilize him. In 2011, the pediatrician was pinned inside a burning vehicle after a car collision, but was saved by the premature baby, who had grown up to become a paramedic.
Morris, CT - A fire truck pumps water during a house fire on October 2nd.
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Oxford, MA - Oxford Fire-EMS members FF/EMT Sarah Decelles and FF/EMT Jason Kelly in between running medical calls.
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Wakefield, RI - On September 25th, the Union Fire District of South Kingstown held their 2016 firefighter's parade and memorial ceremony. All of South Kingstown's fire departments attended, as well as some out-of-town departments.
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East Berlin, CT - Firefighters take a moment to rehydrate while on-scene of a structure fire in September.
Plymouth, MA - PCTRT diver Jeff Chandler gets a briefing from the Massachusetts State Police before beginning a water search for a missing person in September.
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NEW ENGLAND APPARATUS OF THE MONTH A look at what’s new with apparatus around the states with John Malecky
Dear Readers, Greenwood Emergency Vehicles reports the following E-ONE deliveries: in Massachusetts, the Boston Fire Department received four custom Cyclone II Metro Ladders (L-17, 18. 21 & 29). They are powered by a Cummins ISL, 450-HP diesel engine with an Allison 3000 EVS, 5-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, they have Electronic Stability Control plus rear and right side cameras. Lanesborough received a custom Typhoon pumper, powered by a Cummins ISL 450-HP diesel engine, with an Allison 3000 EVS, 5-speed automatic transmission. Other features include an FRC InControl pressure governor, EONE 1500-GPM single-stage pump, UPF 990-gallon water and 40-gallon Class “A” foam tank, Trident air primer and a Foam Pro 2002 CAFS. Massachusetts ambulance deliveries include three Horton, Type-1 ambulances on Ford F-550 chassis and 300HP, 6.7-L, V-8 diesel engines. Two went to Fall River and one went to Canton. In Maine, Etna received an EONE tanker on a Freightliner M2 chassis. It is powered by a Cummins ISL, 330-HP diesel engine with Allison 3000 EVS, 5-speed automatic transmission. It has a Class-1 TPG pressure governor, Hale DSD 750GPM single-stage pump, UPF 2000gallon water tank and a Trident air primer. Autotronics has reported three deliveries. In Maine, Hollis Fire Rescue received a Freightliner/Spencer pumper/tanker and Belfast Ambulance received an Autotronics remount ambulance. Souhegan Valley Ambulance Service in New Ipswich, NH received a Braun ambulance. Both ambulances are on Ford E-model chassis. Minuteman Trucks has made the following Pierce deliveries: To Carver (MA), three Impel PUC pumpers. Specs include aluminum bodies, Cummins ISL diesel engines, Allison 3000P, 5th Generation transmissions, 1500-GPM pump, 750-gallon poly water tank, Husky 12 foam system, Harrison 6-KW hydraulic generator, side rollover and frontal air bag system, Will Burt light tower, hydraulic ladder rack, Whelen scene lighting, booster reel, enclosed hard suction storage, front intake, front TFT bumper turret, advanced pump and roll capabilities with either water or foam, two electric cord reels, interior EMS cabinets, cab roof Go Light, TFT Crossfire deck gun and Blitzfire portable monitor. To Londonderry (NH), two units: an Impel pumper with medium, stainless steel body, Cummins ISL diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS transmission with Prognostics, Waterous 1500-GPM pump, 1000-gallon poly water tank, Husky 12 dual foam system, Westerbeke 8Please send any comments or news tidbits you might have about Apparatus of the Month to us at 1st Responder News, 1 Ardmore Street. New Windsor, NY 12553. Or you can e-mail them to Apparatus@1stResponderNews.com.
KW generator, Safe Roll Protection, backup camera, 19-inch extended, painted bumper with center tray and outlet, custom door for front intake, interior, rear custom EMS compartment in cab wall with side facing roll-up doors, Whelen scene lighting, TFT Extenda-Gun with Crossfire monitor, electric cord and hydraulic reels in rear compartment and a Westerbeke tool pump. Also, a 2500-gallon tanker/pumper on a Kenworth T-800 chassis. Specs include an aluminum body and poly water tank, Cummins
ISM diesel engine, Allison 4000 EVS transmission, Waterous 1250-GPM pump, Husky 3 foam system and a 2500-gallon Fol-da-Tank. Grafton (VT) received a pumper on a Freightliner M2, 4 x 4 chassis, with an aluminum body. Specs include a Cummins ISL diesel engine, Allison 3000 EVS transmission, Waterous 1250-GPM pump, 1250-gallon poly water tank, Husky 3 foam system, Newton dump valve with extendable chute and Whelen Pioneer brow and scene lights.
Carver, MA - Carver FD recently received these three new pumpers, Engines 1, 2 and 3, from Minuteman Fire & Rescue Apparatus.
MINUTEMAN FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS, INC.
MINUTEMAN FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS, INC.
AUTOTRONICS
Belfast, Maine - Belfast recently received this Autotronics remount Ambulance, with a Ford E-Model Chassis.
Hollis, Maine - Hollis Fire & Rescue recently received this new Spencer Pumper/Tanker Truck from Autotronics.
Londonderry, NH - Londonderry FD recently received their new Engine-3 from Minuteman Fire & Rescue Apparatus.
AUTOTRONICS
Londonderry, NH - Londonderry FD recently received this new aluminum Tanker-1 from Minuteman Fire & Rescue Apparatus. MINUTEMAN FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS, INC.
AUTOTRONICS
New Ipswich, New Hampshire - Souhegan Valley Ambulance Service recently received this new Wheeled Coach Ambulance from Autotronics.
MINUTEMAN FIRE & RESCUE APPARATUS, INC.
Grafton, VT - Grafton FD recently received this new aluminum pumper as Engine-1 from Minuteman Fire & Rescue Apparatus.
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