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PORT ORANGE, FL - On May 19th, Port Orange E73 rolled up on this head-on collision while responding to a non-emergency call on the North end of their district. They immediately sprang into action and notified dispatch to send the next due fire unit to the non-emergency call. - See full story on page 2
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Caroline Richey from Florida Forestry (left) and Sarah Schultz from Sarasota Parks, working a prescribed burn together at the Carlton Preserve.
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Two Drivers Transported to Hospital After Head-On Crash PORT ORANGE, FL - On May 19th, Port Orange E73 rolled up on this head-on collision while responding to a non-emergency call on the North end of their district. They immediately sprang into action and notified dispatch to send the next due fire unit to the non-emergency call. Both vehicles were occupied by only one person; both were transported to local hospitals, one by M73 and the other by VC EMS.
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The Daytona Beach FD is honored to have 5 strong, accomplished women representing the department. Jessica Matthews, who has been serving the City of Daytona Beach since 2006, was promoted to the rank of Battalion Chief earlier this year. Lt. Yavonne Reczek just completed a 30-year career with the department and we congratulate her on her well-deserved retirement. In addition to being a Driver/Engineer, Tonja Heer also serves her community by running a non-profit cat rescue. Firefighter Alicia Shepard and Firefighter Susie Ford are also currently enrolled in school to receive their Paramedic Certification, and both are working towards future promotion opportunities.
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Osceola County, Florida Engine 72 (spare), a Pierce 1250/1000 pumper, picks up from a medical run with Rescue 72.
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Commercial Building and Two Cars Damaged by Fire in Fruitland Park FRUITLAND PARK, FL - At approximately 12:30 A.M. on April 27th, a passing EMS unit called into lake dispatch about possibly seeing a building that appeared to be on fire. Leesburg Engine 61 was the first to arrive on scene and confirmed a working building fire in an auto shop. Engine 61 went into fast attack mode with a two-and-a-half inch hand line. Forcible entry was required through the front door along with one garage rollup door. Leesburg Engine 62 arrived on scene second and came up for manpower while the engineer handled water supply. The fire involved approximately 50% of the building and two vehicles suffered damage. No injuries were reported.
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Engine 248 in Brevard County was built by Pierce on a 2014 Ford F-550 chassis. It carries 300-gallons of water and 5-gallons of class A foam, and is rated to deliver 1000-GPM.
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Ohio: Donald Beauchene, 54 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: November 9, 2020 Death Date: November 17, 2020 Fire Department: Warren City Fire Department Initial Summary: Lieutenant Donald Beauchene contracted COVID-19 while on-duty. He passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Tennessee: Ronald Steven Perry, 57 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: November 15, 2020 Death Date: December 17, 2020 Fire Department: East Sullivan County Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Ronald Steven Perry responded to a mutual aid call of a building fire on Sunday, November 15, 2020. He and two other firefighters subsequently contracted COVID-19. Firefighter Perry passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020, from the virus.
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Pennsylvania: Mark “Dewey” E. Kulp, 52 Rank: Firefighter/EMT Incident Date: December 8, 2020 Death Date: January 5, 2021 Fire Department: Reading Department of Fire and Rescue Services Initial Summary: Firefighter/EMT Mark “Dewey” E. Kulp transported at least two patients to hospitals, who had tested positive for COVID-19. He also evaluated a patient on-scene that possibly had the virus. He subsequently contracted the disease and passed away on January 5, 2021. Florida: Lloyd Losinger, 60 Rank: Captain Incident Date: December 4, 2020 Death Date: January 6, 2021 Fire Department: Ocean City-Wright Fire Control District Initial Summary: Captain Lloyd Losinger, while performing fire inspections, contracted COVID-19. He passed away from the virus on Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
Texas: Danny Watkins, 67 Rank: Chief Incident Date: December 14, 2020 Death Date: January 12, 2021 Fire Department: San Benito Fire Department Initial Summary: Chief Danny Watkins contracted COVID-19 while on-duty. He passed away from the virus on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Tennessee: Ronald “Ronnie” Gene Spitzer, 65 Rank: Chief Incident Date: December 11, 2020 Death Date: January 13, 2021 Fire Department: Rocky Top Fire Department Initial Summary: Chief Ronald “Ronnie” Gene Spitzer, while on-duty, responded to a medical call on December 11, 2020 with another firefighter. It was determined later that the patient had COVID-19. He and the firefighter both contracted the virus. Chief Ronald “Ronnie” Gene Spitzer passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from the disease. California: William Christopher Mertz, 54 Rank: Captain Incident Date: December 27, 2020 Death Date: January 20, 2021 Fire Department: Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District Initial Summary: Captain William Christopher Mertz, while on-duty at the fire department, contracted COVID-19. He passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from the virus. Texas: Erik Segura, 45 Rank: Captain Incident Date: November 23, 2020 Death Date: January 26, 2021 Fire Department: Laredo Fire Department Initial Summary: Captain Erik Segura was part of the COVID-19 response team for the Laredo Fire Department. He contracted the virus while responding to an EMS call from a patient with a known case of the disease. He passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021.
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When in doubt, keep it simple and put it in a taco! FORK & HOSE CO. a Food Blog by A.J. Fusco
JAMES STULTZ
One of the most popular foods both in the firehouse and my own house is tacos. I mean, if you get a day of the week named after you, you know you’ve made it big. Taco Tuesdays are featured on Fork and Hose Co. almost every week. And rightfully so! They are easily cus-
tomizable depending on what’s in the fridge, what is on sale or just what you feel like eating. A taco can be as complex or as simple as you want it to be. But the reason I love them so much is because a simple taco is almost always better than one with too many ingredients. Keeping it to a few ingredients will let each flavor shine through. Usually I like to stick to a protein, such as chicken, shrimp, pork or steak. Then maybe 2-3 toppings and that’s it; anymore than that and you will have a mess on your hands, literally. Another reason I love tacos, is that they can be
a relatively quick dish to make. And in this case, shrimp cooks up faster than any other proteins, so the food hits the table in no time. You could also braise tougher cuts like pork shoulder or beef chuck ahead of time if need be. But with these shrimp tacos we keep it simple with the classic taco ingredients of lime, garlic and cilantro. And no taco would be complete without hot sauce! So the next time you are not sure what to make and have to feed the crew quickly, think of these tasty shrimp tacos. You won’t be disappointed!
CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP TACOS Yields 8 Tacos JAMES STULTZ
DeFuniak Firefighters Save Puppy from Drowning DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL On the early afternoon of Tuesday, May 4th, service tones dropped for a puppy stuck underneath a house. Firefighters arrived to find a frantic pet owner, who told responding crews that her 6-week-old puppy was stuck underneath her home in a pipe approximately 15-feet deep. Firefighters from the City of DeFuniak Springs Fire Department immediately sprung into action, gained access to the underside of the house and crawled 50-feet, where they found the faint yelps of a puppy desperately clinging onto life. What they found was an approximate 8-inch-diameter well casing that descended 30-40 feet deep into the earth. At the bottom of this hole were the faint gasps for air of a small puppy, with barely enough room to remain afloat pinned between the wall of the casing. Firefighters requested for additional resources from City, while attempts continued to lasso the dog with a slip knot. After numerous unsuccessful attempts, crews reset and devised a different plan. Public works employees were called to the scene and assisted greatly in devising a series of pvc electrical conduits together, with a long stretch of 12-gauge wire fed through and tied at one end. The plan was to push the conduit down past the dog, while placing the wire in
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positon over the dogs head. Once lowered around the dog, the wire would be pulled tight and the dog quickly evacuated from the well. It only took two attempts, and the dog was removed from the well, unconscious, not breathing and lifeless. Firefighters immediately began chest compressions on the small dog, and provided oxygen via non rebreather mask, and the puppy quickly regained consciousness and began breathing again on its own. The dog was quickly whisked away to the local veterinary hospital where she spent the next 24 hours receiving IV fluids, and was released with a clean bill of health. The puppy was subsequently named after two of the firemen involved in the rescue, Allen James. Fire Chief Ross Sheffield also got in on the action and was involved with not only bringing in additional resources from the City, but also in the final rescue attempt that brought the dog up from the bottom of the well. Chief Sheffield praised the efforts of his firefighters, as well as the men from the City’s Public Works department without whom, the dog surely would have perished. - JAMES STULTZ
Ingredients: 1 lb. Shrimp, peeled/deveined/tails removed 1 Lime, zest and juice Handful of fresh cilantro, picked and chopped 1 Garlic clove, chopped Salt, to taste EVOO 8 Corn Tortillas Garnish: Chopped Cilantro, lime wedges and hot sauce Procedure: -In a bowl, combine the shrimp, lime zest and juice, drizzle of EVOO, pinch of salt, chopped garlic and cilantro. Marinate for 15 minutes. -While shrimp marinates, toast tortillas over open flame or in a dry pan until brown in spots. Remove and cover with a paper towel. -In a medium pan over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of EVOO followed by the shrimp. Cook until starting to turn pink, flip and cook until fully pink. -Remove and assemble tacos with garnishes.
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Fire Destroys Custom Foam Insert Manufacturing Warehouse in Oakland Park
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Palm Harbor Firefighters Rescue Baby Birds from Fire Boat 68 PALM HARBOR, FL - On April 23rd, during routine checks of Fire Boat 68, E68A crew, Lt. Arntz, Firefighter Paramedic Bacon and Driver Engineer Hammes (who’s taking the photo) found these baby birds in distress. One baby bird was caught in the lift motor area and the other was found on a piling in the water. After rescuing them, Suncoast Animal League was contacted and referred their care to a company called "Birds in Helping Hands". They quickly met with the firefighters at Home Port Marina and transported the birds to their facility for care. Pictured (L to R): Lt. Arntz, and Firefighter Paramedic Bacon.
OAKLAND PARK, FL - At 10:53 A.M. on April 21st, Oakland Park Fire Rescue units were dispatched to a fire alarm at 4201 NW 6 Avenue. Upon exiting the station, units quickly realized that JUMP TO FILE# this call was not just 051321102 a fire alarm after a large plume of heavy black smoke was seen from miles away in every direction. The first arriving unit was the on-duty battalion chief, Rob Normoyle, a 28-year veteran of the fire service. Upon arrival, a secondalarm was immediately called for and a defensive attack mode was established by command. Command also received information early on that everyone had been evacuated from the building. Mutual and automatic aid units were utilized from Fort Lauderdale and Broward Sheriff's Office, Departments of Fire Rescue. According to the report submitted by Fire Inspector Natalia Blanco-Whiteshield, the fire began when a bailing machine had an electrical malfunction and ignited the closed-cell, high-density foam. Workers attempted to extinguish the fire with three dry chem extinguishers without success. Within four minutes of the initial fire, the entire contents of the warehouse were involved. The building was engulfed in smoke and flames upon arrival and the roof had already collapsed. Sixteen units, consisting of 45 personnel, worked in concert to safely protect exposures and extinguish the fire.
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First arriving units.
- MARC VERMONT
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West Palm Beach Engine 2 operates this 2019 Sutphen Monarch Hazmat pumper. It carries 750-gallons water and 40-gallons of foam. The pump is rated to deliver 1500-GPM.
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DBFD’s Community Paramedicine Program Donates Wheelchair to Local Homeless Man
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DAYTONA BEACH, FL The Daytona Beach Fire Department’s Community Paramedicine Officer, Travis Anderson, learned about a local homeless man who had been basically stranded in front of JUMP TO FILE# the post office for 041221105 several days because his wheelchair was inoperable. Through contacts, Anderson was able to find a local thrift store who was interested in donating one of their wheelchairs to the CPO program to provide to the man in need. After picking up the wheelchair and inspecting and cleaning it, Anderson went to the post office where he knew the man would be and surprised him with the new, working wheelchair. The individual was brought to tears and beyond excited to receive this donation. - SASHA STATON
LEESBURG, FL - On the afternoon of April 16th, Leesburg FD was notified of a possible building fire on Birchwood Circle. Leesburg Engine 62 arrived on scene first and confirmed a working fire with fire self venting out from the 'Alpha' side. Engine 62 made a quick interior attack and kept the fire to the room of origin. Leesburg Engine 61 arrived on scene and handled primary scene. Searches were found to be clear and no injuries were reported.
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DBFD’s Community Paramedicine Program Donates wheelchair to local homeless man.
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TAMARAC, FL - On May 10th, Tamarac Fire Rescue responded to a multi-vehicle accident at Pine Island and 77th Street that resulted in a rollover with one transported by Rescue 41 by ground. The area was shut down for approximately 45 minutes until the vehicle could be removed.
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The Coral Springs - Parkland Fire Department uses the back of their Rescues for this creative reminder not to text and drive.
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Vehicle News
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Orlando recently purchased two 2020 Sutphen Monarch Boca Raton Engine 6 now operates with a 2020 Sutphen Hollywood Platform 5 operates this 2020 Pierce Velocity SPH100 1500/300/100' aerial platforms. This one has Monarch 1500/750 pumper. 100' tower ladder. It has a pump rated to deliver 1750been assigned to Tower 9. GPM and a 300-gallon water tank.
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Squad 34 in Palm Beach County operates a 2020 Sutphen Monarch HD 1500/750/50F. This is one of the first apparatus delivered in the county's new "All Red" graphics package. Kudos to the department on their new design.
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 along with a brief description of the vehicle as well as the name of the department.
CHRIS DILLEY
Bradford County Fire Rescue recently took delivery and placed into service a new Type I ambulance. This ambulance was built by American Emergency Vehicles on a 2020 Dodge 4500 chassis. This 4x4 unit replaces one of the six ALS transport units in service with Bradford County Fire Rescue.
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PASCO COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Pasco County Fire Rescue Cadet Post Brings Home a Win at the Buccaneer Games in Tampa PASCO COUNTY, FL - Congratulations to our Pasco County Fire Rescue Cadet Post for placing 3rd place in the donning and doffing category at the Buccaneer Games in Tampa! Cadets competed against 14 other Fire Cadet Programs from across the state. Our Cadet post recently merged with the Zephyrhills Cadet Post after the PCFR/ZFR merger in mid 2020. Congrats to our Cadets!
CHRIS DILLEY
Bradford County Fire Rescue recently took delivery of a new 2021 F-150 as ALS-1. This is one-of-two 24-hour supervisors on duty within Bradford County every shift. This 4x4 apparatus is equipped with a Decked Storage System, has a full complement of ALS equipment, and has full command capabilities. It replaces an older SUV vehicle.
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Daytona Firefighters Rescue Ducklings from Storm Drain DAYTONA BEACH, FL - On April 19th, Daytona Beach Firefighters rescued six ducklings that were trapped in a storm drain. Firefighters had to use a hose to gently wash them to one opening of the storm drain where a firefighter was waiting to collect them. They were able to get all of the ducklings out of the drain and carried them over to a nearby pond where the mother duck was waiting patiently with her other ducklings.
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Southern Manatee Fire & Rescue Chief Bounds and Fire Marshal Leslie Adent on the day of her retirement ceremony.
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Palm Harbor Fire Rescue recently trained on firefighter CPR and RIT operations through a wall.
LAND O LAKES, FL - On Wednesday, April 28th, Pasco County Fire Rescue responded to the 3100 block of Banyan Hill Lane in Land O Lakes. A 43-year-old driver suffered a medical emergency while driving and left the roadway, drove through the front yards of four homes, and crashed into the garage of a fifth home. Firefighters arrived at the house and extricated the patient. The patient was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. Firefighters from Squad-1 shored up the home and secured the damaged wall to protect the homeowner and community. The homeowner was at home at the time of the crash, but didn’t suffer any injuries.
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Mr. Rogers stated that we are so much more than what we do. You may be a child to your parents, a parent to your children, a spouse, member of your house of worship, a talented artist or what have you. YOU WERE CREATED BY GOD, IN HIS IMAGE and HE LOVES YOU. You are not what other people may say or think. But only God knows your potential and why He put you here. Do not pay attention to all those people on social media. Do not measure your life according to their posts. They are only putting up what they want others to think is normal for them but it may be the best day that they had in years or it may all be staged with fake smiles. Live your life. You have a life that nobody else can live. It is ____________(fill in your name) life and nobody can ever be ____________(fill in your name) but ____________(fill in your name) Do not pay attention to whoever is putting you down. Many times they are just on a power trip and know that they can push your buttons. Did you ever think that they are the way they are because someone is doing the same to them? Insecure people may become bullies, no matter their education, or position in life. I feel sorry for them. We need to lift each other up and not put each other down. Hebrews 10:25 states that we should encourage one another. Who is encouraging you? Who are you encouraging? Many times people put us down because they do not want to see us succeed or they may say they do not want to see us fall. It is through our failures that we learn. There has been plenty times that Thomas Edison failed, when he was working on the light bulb. His comment was basically that he found so many ways that will not create light. Did you know that it took 40 attempts to created WD40, the lubricant. Can you imagine if they got it right on a different try? We might be using WD-37 or on the first try, WD-1. It's ok to fail, that just becomes a learning moment. We were all created with unique fingerprints, so why do we try being like someone else. We always measure ourselves short when we try to measure up to someone else, trying to be like them. But did you ever think that others may be trying to measure up to be like you? Years ago I had someone, who did not know me, tell me that I was not credible. The person had no clue what I do or what my potential was. I say to myself that I am
doing well because I know that God has a different plan for me. God has a special mission for each one of us. You cannot fill my mission and I cannot fill your mission. You can have that moment to. I have worked with people who have be addicted to drugs and been brought back from the dead a bunch of times but their story is not complete yet. Just look at the people that Christ hung out with and the people that He used for His purposes. Moses, did not hang out with Christ, had problems speaking and had low confidence, because he wanted to get out of it. Look at Him using tax collectors and talking to societies outcasts. BUT He loved them all. It may not be the number of times that you fall down. It is the number of times that you get up. You have a mission. Never count yourself out. Rest, regroup and try again. Remember that whatever you are going through, God is always with you. He sees what is happening and walks alongside you. God created you special and unique for a unique purpose and He loves you. Associate with those who lift you up and not tear you down. One thing that we teach people is that the people that you associate with is so important. We have those with addictions, get a new phone number and become very picky about the phone numbers that go into it. You get the new phone number because you do not want the wrong influencers calling and possibly harassing you. Years ago a wise friend told me that you are the books that you read and the people that you associate with, so be very selective. If you are having a challenge, do not give up. Ask for help, from those who know how to get you unstuck. Proverbs talks a lot about seeking counsel. Make sure that you seek counsel from wise people and not knuckleheads. You do not want advice from the three stooges. Speak to the experts in the field. People who actually have credentials from doing what you are having challenges with. If you need a heart operation, do not ask your electrician for his medical advice. You may be of a different religion than I am but you were made unique and for a specific reason, that may never be revealed to you. YOU are loved by the ONE who created you! Stay safe, Didymus McHugh didymus-mchugh.com
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CIRONE PHOTOS
East Manatee Fire & Rescue recently completed a vehicle & machinery rescue technician level training, presented by the Broward County Fire Academy. Sixteen members of the Technical Rescue Team attended this week-long training. The training included stabilization of large commercial and multi-passenger vehicles, and mitigation and management of hazards during extrication. The final scenario was a tractor-trailer vs. car, school bus vs. car with multiple entrapments and impalements. The East Manatee Fire & Rescue District is working toward USAR Type I Team.
PASCO COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
The Pasco County Fire Rescue Special Operations Division headed to Tampa to train aboard the American Victory Ship in Channelside. Firefighters descended down a 60-foot ladder shaft that is 24” by 24” to the ship's belly. The training scenario is to rescue a victim suffering from a medical emergency while working on the ship's driveshaft. Firefighters must successfully treat and raise the patient to safety. While we don’t have a lot of mega-ships in Pasco County, this scenario allows Firefighters to train in tight spots that exist within the county. We are grateful to the American Victory Ship for allowing us to train on this beautiful WW2 Merchant Marine vessel!
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Tamarac Fire Rescue Responds to Vehicle Rollover TAMARAC, FL - On Tuesday, May 4th at approximately 2:00 P.M., two vehicles were involved in an accident that resulted in one car rolling over. Two patients were transported by Rescue 78 and 36, and the scene was cleared shortly after.
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Engines & Other Apparatus of the Milwaukee Fire Department ON THE BOOK SHELF by John Malecky
Engines and Other Apparatus of the Milwaukee Fire Department An Illustrated History By Wayne Mutza Available from: FSP Books & Videos 433 Main Street Hudson, MA, 01749 1-800-522-8528 E-Mail: support@fire-policeems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $49.95 This book is soft cover, with 310 pages within 11 chapters. The author is a retired member of the Milwaukee Fire Department. I actually met him in 1977 when he gave a talk at fire headquarters to a group of fire buffs who were attending their convention in the city. He reminded me of myself that is a young firefighter devoted to the job! This book was compiled by a full page of acknowledgements of equally dedicated people who contributed to not only a full range of Milwaukee apparatus, but a history of it. If there is anything missing in this book it is because it simply was not available when the publication was put together! Of the 11 chapters, the first dealt of course with apparatus manually pulled by the brute strength of individuals. The second chapter, “Horsepower”, addresses just that. The utilization of horses to pull apparatus
was partly due to the dwindling ranks of manpower to respond. On page 21, however is a second sized, self propelled engine being driven down a street with heavy smoke coming from its stack. For a number of reasons it did not last more than about two years and I invite you to read why. They are interesting! This chapter covers water towers and fireboats but before it ends on page 48, on page 47 there is a photo of a sleigh which apparently were abundant in the fire department and were utilized when steam fire engines could not get through. The hose they carried were connected directly to hydrants. Before this chapter is finished I should mention the Buestrin escape ladder, which was 95-feet in length. It was designed by the man of that name and there is an impressive photo of it in the chapter. According to what is written, it was never utilized to its full potential. However in chapter 3 is a story of its own about “Maggie”, a rearmounted wooden aerial built by the German company, Magirus. When the chief at the time learned about it he travelled to the town that owned one (Gary Indiana) and ended up ordering one. In 1977 when I first went to Milwaukee I was at the private museum of Keith Franz, an active Milwaukee buff, and he had the aerial in storage minus the truck. There is insufficient room to write about the value of this book to apparatus buffs and historians to name a few. I can only say it is packed with black and white photos of all kinds of apparatus, including those that were operated by specialized departments, and also the last chapter which has MFD apparatus which ended up after being retired. In short, to anyone interested in apparatus, this is one for your library!
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Battalion Chief Heather Love with Fire Chief Howard Bailey.
CITRUS COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Hummer Destroyed in Fire, One Person Injured in Homosassa VCFR
Fire Chief Howard Bailey and Battalion Chief Beau Falconnier.
HOMOSASSA, FL - At 10:52 A.M. on May 12th, crews were dispatched for a vehicle fire at S. Alabama Ave. and W. Grover Cleveland Blvd. in Homosassa. The vehicle involved was a 2004 Hummer H2 that had just filled up gas cans at the Texaco Food Mart on W. Grover Cleveland Blvd. Engine 3 from Homosassa arrived on scene at 10:59 A.M. and the fire was out at 11:09 A.M. There were four five-gallon containers filled with gasoline in the back of the vehicle. There was one injury; however, the person refused transport against medical advice. The Florida State Fire Marshal's Office was on scene to conduct an investigation and Florida Department of Environmental Protection was notified to coordinate cleanup of the fuel spill. The last unit cleared the scene at 1:36 P.M. The official cause will be determined by the Florida State Fire Marshal's Office.
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Division Chief Steve Luciano receives congratulations from Fire Chief Howard Bailey.
Promotions in Volusia County Fire Rescue DELAND, FL - Four Volusia County Fire Rescue employees have recently advanced through the ranks holding new positions. Division Chief Steve Luciano has been promoted from the position of battalion chief to division chief. He will serve as the "B" shift division chief. Beau Falconnier and Carl Laundrie have been promoted to the position of battalion chief in the Operations section. Heather Love is now a Volusia County Fire Rescue "C" shift battalion chief. Also, Love oversees the Volusia County Fire Rescue Hazardous Materials team.
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The Zephyrhills Fire Department operated a 2007 Pierce Velocity as Engine 1 and then later as Ladder 1. This apparatus seemed to disappear after the town merged with Pasco County Fire Rescue, but it was recently found, reborn as County Ladder 60. It is being retained as a county-wide spare for PCFR.
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PASCO COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Firefighters from Pasco County Fire Rescue and Tampa Fire Rescue took some time on a beautiful Sunday morning to train together on high-rise firefighting operations. The firefighters hit the 10th and 11th floors to simulate a multi-floor high-rise fire in the city. Multi-agency trainings like these are invaluable to ensure smooth on-scene operations during a significant incident. Thank you to all the firefighters who took the time to train hard and prepare for the future!
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Kitchen Fire Damages Home in Warner Robins WARNER ROBINS, GA - On Friday, April 9th, Warner Robins Fire Department was alerted to 306 Skyway Drive for a reported house on fire, sending Engines 3, 1 and 5, Ladder 2, training, safety and Car 9. Engine 3 arrived first on scene reporting some smoke showing from the attic area and dropped a line. Dispatch advised that the 9-1-1 caller said the fire was in the stove area. Crews performed fire attack while additional firefighters performed primary and secondary searches. The fire was quickly knocked down with extension into the ceiling and attic. No injuries were reported. Houston Healthcare was on standby during the fire. Paul Davis Restoration & American Red Cross were notified.
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