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Erlanger stroke physician presents award to HCEMS Chief Ken Wilkerson

Hamilton County EMS recognized for excellent patient care Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) was recently recognized by the Regional Stroke Center at Erlanger Medical Center for their outstanding provision of pre-hospital stroke care.

The early recognition and advanced care being provided to potential stroke patients has been identified as a major contributing factor in the improvements and recovery of patients being treated at Erlanger.

According to Chief Ken Wilkerson, “Hamilton County EMS, as part of the team addressing a major medical condition common to our area, has implemented pro-

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tocols and procedures that allow us to rapidly identify, treat, and transport those patients exhibiting stroke-like symptoms, there-by shortening the time between initial onset and definitive care in the Stroke Center.

The award was presented as part of a luncheon during the recent stroke conference, hosted by Erlanger, that was held at The Chattanoogan.

- AMY MAXWELL

ASHLEY MCDONALD

Tim Swann, Lee Douglas, Allen Swader, Carol Whitaker, Mitchell Whittenburg, Cumbey Gaines, Jeff Day, Jim White, Kaye Jernigan, Roger Toombs, David Bricker, and Kyle Winnett.

MFRD honors employees for service Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department honored employees at the Third Annual Years of Service Awards Presentation on September 9 in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Employees with 10 and 15 years of service received MFRD Challenge Coins engraved with their respective years. Employees with 25 years of service received awards engraved with their names and years of service.

This year, there were no employees in the 20 and 30 year categories, but three personnel celebrated 35 years of service.

These personnel were presented an

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award and a special plaque engraved with some of their fondest memories at the department.

"We are very proud of our employees and their dedication to this department," said Chief Cumbey Gaines.

Ten year awards went to Firefighter David Bricker, Firefighter Davey Ferrell, Driver Kenny McFarland, Firefighter Ray Robinso,n Firefighter Jim White, Firefighter Mitchell Whittenburg, and Firefighter Kyle Winnett.

A 15 year award was presented to Firefighter Greg Burt.

25 years recipients were Captain/Shift Inspector Lee Douglas, Driver Billy Sauls, Firefighter Troy Thomas, Shift Commander Daryl Alexander, Department Coordinator Carol Whitaker, Captain/Shift Inspector Jeff Day, Driver Kyle Cobb, Assistant Fire Marshal Carl Peas, and Assistant Chief Kaye Jernigan.

35 year awards were presented to Firefighter Wayne Reed, Captain Ricky Jones, and Captain Joe Barrett.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

ASHLEY MCDONALD

MFRD responds to hazardous materials incident on I-24 Murfreesboro, TN. A call that came in for Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department as a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 24 turned into a hazardous materials incident on September 17th around 4:15.

Ladder 9 and Rescue 9 found a MGI dump truck in a culvert just off the Exit 78 ramp.

The driver was unharmed, but the saddle bag fuel tanks were pierced in the accident, causing fuel to leak into a creek, which runs under I-24, across Armory Drive, and ends up at Robert Rose Drive at a sinkhole.

City Engineer Sam Huddleston was called to the scene and District 9's hazardous material technicians were able to stop the

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spill from reaching Robert Rose by using 11 absorbing booms.

Two wreckers arrived on scene to remove the dump truck.

AES Environmental Services, was called in to skim the fuel off of the creek.

"The driver was very lucky in this case," said Shift Commander Dale Maynard. "It could have been a lot worse."

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office and the Tennessee Highway Patrol took control of the scene and MFRD crews were released.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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Double fatality in vehicle blaze At approximately 1:30 a.m. on September 11th, the Knoxville Fire Department responded to a 911 call, reporting a vehicle into a home at 2110 Sanderson Rd. When firefighters arrived, they found a 70's model step side pick-up truck with two confirmed deceased victims in the cab of the vehicle. The vehicle had left the road and was partially imbedded in the front living room of the structure. Both residents of the home were asleep in a bedroom opposite the impact area, awoke and called 911. It appears the gas tank on the truck ruptured, causing fire to the vehicle and the exterior of the home. A residential KUB gas meter near the side of the home, where the truck came to rest, was not a hazard issue, but for safety reasons was disconnected at the street prior to removal of the victims and vehicle.

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Murfreesboro, TN. Thirteen Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department personnel participated in the 4th Annual Nashville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Sunday at the William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower in downtown Nashville.

The group joined 330 other firefighters from across the nation to climb 110 stories in remembrance of the 343 FDNY Firefighters who perished in New York's Twin Towers September 11, 2001.

Three MFRD personnel (Firefighters David Branch, Daphanie Crenshaw, and Kevin Leonard) were sponsored by the department.

The other 10 participants representing MFRD were Driver Josh Oliver and Firefighters Ryan Battle, Karl Daigle, Ryan Daniel, Chad Davis, Kevin Defeo, Josh

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Parsons, Ashley Welcome, Matt Welcome, and Sean Wheeler.

Participants wore full gear, weighing anywhere from 60-80 pounds.

They each were given a badge to wear with the name and photograph of one of the FDNY Firefighters killed on September 11, 2001.

"I can't even explain what it felt like to accomplish this challenging physical feat in memory of our fallen brothers," said Firefighter Sean Wheeler.

"To get the opportunity to honor them and their family members was amazing," he added.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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Front Row: (L to R) Kevin Leonard, Ryan Battle, Matt Welcome, Ashley Welcome, Daphanie Crenshaw, and Kevin Defeo. Back Row: (L to R) Ryan Daniel, David Branch, Sean Wheeler, Karl Daigle, Josh Parsons (with baby Charlotte), Chad Davis, and Josh Oliver.

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Missouri: Matthew Blankenship, 38 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: July 13, 2013 Death Date: July 20, 2013 Fire Department: Marshfield Fire Protection District Fire Dept. Info: Chief Michael Taylor Initial Summary: Lieutenant Blankenship passed away from injuries one week after sustaining burns over 75 percent of his body resulting from a flashover of a fire in the basement of a two-story residential structure. Blankenship had been in a medically induced coma at the hospital since he suffered the injuries. Two other firefighters injured in the same incident were treated at the hospital and released. The fatal incident remains under investigation by local authorities and the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

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Pennsylvania: Bruce Sensenig, 20 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 22, 2013 Death Date: July 22, 2013 Fire Department: Quentin Volunteer Fire Company Fire Dept. Info: Chief Stan Singer Initial Summary: While operating his privately owned vehicle enroute to the station in response to a MVA call, Firefighter Sensenig lost control of his car and crossed the center line sideways into the oncoming lane of travel where the passenger side of his car was struck broadside by an oncoming minivan.

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Sensenig was killed at the scene in the crash and the reported 70 year old operator of the van was injured and transported to the hospital. While still under investigation, wet weather and road conditions were cited by authorities as possible contributing factors in the incident.

South Carolina: Rodney Hardee, 66 Rank: Assistant Fire Chief Incident Date: July 6, 2013 Death Date: July 9, 2013 Fire Department: Loris Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Chief Jerry Hardee Initial Summary: Assistant Fire Chief Hardee responded to a brush fire late in the evening of July 6th, 2013. Upon return from the response, Hardee complained of having a headache and then departed the station and returned home. Early the next morning, Chief Hardee failed to respond on another emergency call. His wife noticed he was seriously ill and contacted 911 Fire/EMS for a possible stroke. Chief Hardee was transported to Grand Strand Hospital in Myrtle Beach where surgery was performed that day. Assistant Fire Chief Hardee succumbed to his CVA injury and passed away around 0200hrs on the morning of July 9th.

Massachusetts: David Brier, 50 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 13, 2013 Death Date: July 22, 2013 Fire Department: Middleborough Fire Department Fire Dept. Info: Chief Lance Benjamino Initial Summary: While working his 24-hour shift which started at 8 a.m. on July 12, 2013, Firefighter Brier told his shift commander that he did not feel well and rested for a while. Although his shift commander told Brier that he should go home sick, Brier decided to finish out his shift. Upon completion of his shift, Brier returned home where he soon suffered a heart attack. He was rushed to Tufts New England Medical Hospital in Boston and was on life support until July 22, 2013, when he passed away. Brier never regained consciousness.

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“Your Workout with a twist”…

Train the Way you Move FIREFIGHTER FITNESS Lori Ann Hodgkinson

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Partial collapse in Knoxville At 4:15 p.m. on September 4th, the Knoxville Fire Department was dispatched to 515 Scenic Dr off Kingston Pike for a report of a residential collapse. When firefighters arrived, they found an abandoned structure, which had partially collapsed.

An interior and perimeter search was conducted and no persons were found. The structure had been condemned for nearly two years with evidence of water penetration and rumors of vagrant squatters. Firefighters secured the dilapidated home to the best of their ability and contacted Codes Enforcement Officers to make them aware of the situation.

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Let’s face it. Many of us are creatures of habit, even “old school” when it comes to our workouts. I myself am a huge fan of the “basics”.

They make a great foundation for a balanced fitness routine and they work!

Squats, Push-ups, Crunches: They’re simple, effective and most of us include them in our workouts regularly. Once you have mastered the basics (and not before) there are some great variations to try.

As much as I love the old school stuff, research is clear that we need to find new ways to perform such exercises in order to get the most out of them.

We need to train the way we move and (firefighters especially) have to train the way they work.

One of the positive characteristics of a basic exercise is simplicity.

We love the simple stuff especially when it works.

However, we must be careful not to limit ourselves. The simplicity of our favorite moves can also be their most limiting factor.

When we perform squats in the gym, we certainly make sure our legs are just a little more than shoulder distance apart. We flex at the hips as opposed to the waist.

We keep our hips back and align our knees over our shoelaces (ankles).

Proper form is essential. We sit straight down and stand straight up. It works those thighs, those glutes and even strengthens the lower back. That strength surely is beneficial, but how can we further benefit from the squats?

As humans, we rarely move in a straight forward line or straight up and down. We combine our movements through multiple planes.

Visualize the way you sit into and get up from a chair. Do you do it like a robot, making razor straight movements, or do you usually favor one side over an-

other and sort of get up with a twist in the direction of which you will begin to walk?

Think about it. It’s surely the latter. Here’s a variation on the squat to get you training the way you move.

Hold a dumbbell or medicine ball at your chest. Place your feet just a bit wider than shoulder width apart and turned slightly outward (there is hip rotation in this movement, so pointing the toes ever so slightly outward and more importantly pivoting on the balls of both feet will prevent any twisting of the knee during the hip rotation).

Lower into a squat, (going no lower than 90 degrees) and bringing the elbows towards the inside of the thighs. As you stand up, take the weight overhead and rotate to the right, pivoting on both feet. Lower and repeat for 1-3 sets of 8-16 reps, alternating sides.

You don’t have to give up straight squats altogether. For a more rounded set of squats you can start with straight up and down reps, do the alternating twists and then finish up with straight up and downs.

Push-ups? Love ‘em! But you can add a twist to your pushups as well. Picture this. You are lying on your stomach watching TV (Hey – how come that was so easy to picture????).

The doorbell rings and you get up to answer it. Are you robotic?

Do you push straight up equally with both arms, tuck both legs simultaneously and stand straight up and then do a perfect right or left face? (Oh, that reminds me, we surely have to vary our squatthrusts, but that’s a conversation for another day).

You certainly are not robotic here either. You pushup, rotate slightly to one side and get up from there. Try to simulate that with this variation on the push-up.

From a pushup position, lower yourself as usual then as you push up rotate your body so your right arm lifts up and extends overhead.

Your arms and torso should form the letter “T”. Return to the starting position, lower yourself, then push up and rotate till your left hand points toward the ceiling.

Yes, this is a somewhat exaggerated movement, but the rotational twist is more closely tied to

the way you move in life and at work than perpetually training in a straight and linear plane.

The abdominals: The core of so many of our movements. We are crunching like mad and that works. We even crunch with a twist and that’s great! I know we have discussed this one and a number of variations using a medicine and/or Swiss ball.

We are more evolved than ever with our abdominal training.

With that in mind, think about the movement and the muscles that engage when you do a door push.

It taxes your core and if not properly trained, can fatigue you in a hurry.

The “Russian Twist” is a great way to train that movement and those muscles.

While seated on the floor, hold a medicine ball, dumbbell, or weight plate. Your hips and knees are bent 90 degrees. Hold the weight straight out in front of you and keep your back straight (your torso at about 45 degree angle to the floor).

Explosively twist your torso as far as you can to the left, and then reverse the motion, twisting as far as you can to the right.

That's one rep, do 3 sets of 8-12 at the end of your workout.

These are just a few examples of movements that can be varied to more accurately mimic the way you live and work.

Of course the most direct transference of movement is actually the movement itself. So I also recommend incorporating actual job tasks into your training.

Do an actual door push, dummy drag, ladder climb etc.

That aside the exercises sited are a great way to balance out and enhance your basic gym routine.

You get the idea.

How many others can you think of? Go For It! Stay Safe – and of course -Remember, these variations are only suitable once you have mastered the original basic movement. You should be free from restriction especially regarding the knees, shoulders and lower back.

Additionally, remember to receive clearance from your physician before beginning any exercise program.

- LORI HODGKINSON

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SHANE SHIFFLETT

Southside responds to working vehicle fire Savannah, GA. Southside Fire was alerted to Hwy 17 at Hwy 204 for a reported vehicle fire. Engine 7 arrived to heavy fire, requesting additional manpower and alerting all volunteers and an additional engine company. While crews battled the fire, SCMPD blocked the southbound lanes of 17 for safety.

Firefighter/EMT Shane Harrison, Lieutenant Michael Black, Loretta Gholston, Paramedic Angela Wilson, and Firefighter/EMT Kris Yasinski (Not Pictured) FF/EMT Jacob Pritchett

Henry County Citizen Thanks Fire Department for Saving the Life of Her Husband On August 23rd in Fairview at approximately 11:00 a.m., Mrs. Loretta Gholston appeared at Fire Station 6 to personally say “thank you” to the crew that cared for her husband on Tuesday morning, a day that she and her husband will remember forever! The quick actions and a precise plan of treatment by Henry County Fire Department personnel coupled with Mr. Gholston’s decision to seek immediate medical attention ultimately saved the life of Mr. Eddie Gholston.

Henry County Fire Department’s proactive approach to train regularly and stay on the leading edge of aggressive pre-hospital care and Piedmont Henry Hospital recently receiving certification as an accredited Chest Pain Center/STEMI facility was potentially the difference

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between life and death last Tuesday morning.

From the time HCFD Paramedic Angela Wilson made contact with Mr. Gholston to the time he was undergoing an evaluation by the emergency room was just seventeen minutes. “He had that look, a look of impending doom and everything he described; it was textbook that he was experiencing a serious cardiac emergency. I knew what I needed to do and that I needed to do it quickly,” stated Paramedic Angela Wilson.

A recent campaign and a continuous message to all citizens to make the 911 call quickly, when experiencing heart attack or stroke signs

and symptoms, is undoubtedly supported by the course of events in this story. EMTs and paramedics are trained to screen patients for heart attack and stroke and to initiate preparatory treatment for both conditions, thus expediting the more invasive in hospital care the patient will undergo once reaching the emergency facility.

However, the early recognition and not delaying the 911 call greatly increases that crucial window of opportunity, for a positive outcome and reduces the chances of permanent damage and/or death.

“The cardiologist said he would not have made it without their intervention and I thank them for saving his life,” said Mrs. Gholston.

- SABRINA PUCKETT

STEVE BOYER

Fire destroys outbuildings At 5:08 a.m. on August 31st, communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting heavy smoke in the area of City Pond Road.

“Firefighters were dispatched to the area to determine the cause of the smoke,” commented Lieutenant Scott Dakin. “Upon arrival in the area, they found heavy fire conditions in an outbuilding in the 800 block of City Pond Road.”

The first outbuilding had already collapsed due to the fire damage. The fire had spread from the building to a fifth wheel trailer and a Ford F-250 pickup truck as well as a second outbuilding.

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Due to the amount of fire and collapse of the buildings, firefighters fought the fire from a defensive position. Both buildings and the two vehicles were heavily damaged by the fire.

The cause of the fire was determined to be an intentional human act. Barrow County Emergency Services Fire Investigation Team and the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office are continuing the inestigation.

- SCOTT DAKIN

DENISE SHIFFLETT

Serious crash on Coastal Highway Savannah, GA. Southside firefighters and SCMPD officers worked a serious at Quacco Road and Coastal Hwy recently.

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DANIEL ANDERSON

Mass CPR taught at high school

Over 700 high school students practice CPR Daniel Anderson, former Tattnall County student and a firefighter with Glennville Volunteer Fire Department assisted members of the Vidalia Airmethods LifeStar Base with a Mass CPR Awareness Campaign at Tattnall County High School in Reidsville Georgia.

In May, Governor Nathan Deal signed into law a provision that Georgia public schools must at least show students a video on CPR and life-saving skills.

Today's event was just one of several planned to train our youth in this lifesaving skill.

During this training, students were made aware of the signs of cardiac arrest, the importance of calling 911 and had hands on training at performing chest compressions.

Robbin Perry, Base Manager for LifeStar II, out of Vidalia was

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quoted in the local media as saying "Once you teach a person CPR, it's been proven that they teach an average of 2.5 people,".

"We taught 750 students today. You can do the math. This was a great day," she added.

Anna Anderson, flight paramedic who coordinated today's events with members of the LifeStar flight crews and Tattnall County High School Officials, was extremely pleased with today's event and stated that the ability to teach one person these life saving skills is worth the effort and that today was just the beginning.

- JIM ANDERSON

SABRINA PUCKETT

Henry County Fire Department conducts fire drill at McDonough apartment complex On August 30th at just after 11:00 a.m., residents of Brookshire Apartments were exiting their apartments to the sound of their fire alarm.

Henry County Fire Department Lieutenant Wanda Maddox and Brookshire Apartments’ Property Manager Tammy Thomas activated the fire alarm for the coplex, of primarily senior citizens. The drill was an announced event and was intended to practice and familiarize the residents for what they should do in the event of a fire.

Brookshire Apartments, located on Willow Lane in McDonough, is a property managed by Lamar Management out of Peachtree City. The complex conducts two drills a year for its residents as a safety measure. “We just want to ensure that all of our resi-

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dents are safe and know what to do in the event of a fire,” stated Tammy Thomas.

The residents of Brookshire were very cooperative and eager to participate in today’s fire drill. “We are glad to have a drill like this. It is a very good safety practice,” stated Joyce Howington, a resident.

A resident from each building was identified to volunteer as a person to serve as an accountability liaison to emergency personnel arriving on the scene as well as a potential aide to assist those less mobile residents making their way to designated safe areas.

Conducting drills, like the drill conducted today, is a great oppor-

tunity to identify items of concern and make necessary corrections, before an emergency impacts you and your family. Today’s drill at Brookshire was productive as well as educational for the residents participating. The drill did reveal concerns of some residents that there was a need for additional and possibly louder sirens for those residents who are hard of hearing.

This concern was definitely heard and would be addressed according to Tammy Thomas. “As a department, we applaud the property management and residents of Brookshire Apartments for being proactive and practicing their evacuation plan,” stated Captain Sabrina Puckett.

- SABRINA PUCKETT

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Henry County conducts drills On August 28th at Lake Dow in McDonough, Henry County firefighters conducted required annual drills, defined in the NFPA 1410 Standard on Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations.

The drills were water supply evolutions, evaluating and perfecting the timeliness and proficiency in achieving appropriately calculated water pressures from the pumper apparatus to the ladder apparatus, to effectively support various fire ground operation scenarios.

“The repetitive actions of structured training not only produce proficiency in the skills of our emergency responders, but it also directly affects the insurance ratings for our homeowners,” stated the Henry County Fire Department Public Information Officer, Captain Sabrina Puckett. The Insurance Services Office (ISO) ranks city and county fire departments on a scale from 1 to 10. A ranking of one is the best score a

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department can receive and indicates they provide the best possible protection from fire. A score of 10 indicates there is little or no fire protection within five road miles to that area. Fortunately, Henry County Fire Department was awarded a Class 4/9, up from a class 5/9, during the 2012 inspection.

The ISO rating is used by insurance agents to determine the risk factors for a property. It is also helpful to communities in the evaluation of their public fire protection services. “The current rating is a direct reflection of the hard work of our personnel and the support of our citizens and we will continue to strive for excellence,” stated Fire Chief Bill Lacy.

- SABRINA PUCKETT

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Dawson County works drowning Dawsonville, GA. Around 4:00 p.m. on September 1st authorities were notified of a potential drowning on the Amicalola River near Devil’s Elbow.

At the last reported sighting, friends of the victim stated they witnessed the 45 year old male swim out from the bank and dive under the water, as he came back up he appeared to be struggling somewhat before going back under water for the last time.

Upon arrival, Dawson County Emergency Services and Dawson County Sheriff’s office units along with personnel from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division quickly conducted a size-up of the scene and dispatched the Dawson County Dive Team and Dawson County K9

Four injured and one fatality in Barrow County house fire Communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services received a 911 call at 2:17 a.m. on September 18th from a passerby reporting a structure fire on Rockwell Church Road in Winder. “We were being advised that there were subjects jumping out of the windows of the home,” commented PIO Lt. Scott Dakin.

“One person from the home went to a neighbor to call 911 and reported that an infant was still in the home.” Original dispatch on a house fire calls for two engines, one med unit, and a battalion chief. Battalion Chief Rob Nowakowski requested an additional fire engine and three additional med units.

Deputy Chief John Skinner responded to assist with incident command. Fire Medic Brett Skinner found two patients on the scene with reports of two additional patients at a nearby neighbor. Medic Skinner initiated triage. Fire Medic Brian Kump established incident command.

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and that they would be in defensive mode. He later advised two additional patients at the neighbor’s and reports of an infant still in the home.

Battalion 1, Chief Nowakowski assumed incident command and Fire Medic Kimp became operations.

After receiving reports on the fire and condition of patients on scene, the decision was made to request two medical helicopters. Med 6 and Med 5 were assigned to handle patient care of the two patients and Med 4 was sent to the neighbor. Med 4 requested a third helicopter for one patient. The fourth patient was later transported to an area hospital.

The eight personnel on scene started defensive operations. Incident command requested a tender from neighboring Jackson County.

Barrow County Emergency Services training captain also responded with a reserve engine that could carry 1,500 gallons forshuttle operations.

After a little more than an hour of firefighting operations, a knock

down was completed and firefighters began extinguishing hot spots.

The departments fire investigation team responded and after preliminary investigations were started. The decision was made to begin the search for the missing infant. Just before daylight, an approximately 18 month old child was found in the charred remains of the home.

“This was a challenging call for all involved,” commented Chief Dennis Merrifield.

“The preliminary fire scene investigation was completed this afternoon by the department,” stated Chief Investigator Lieutenant Blair Darst.

The fire started in the area of the sun room and dining room of the home and spread quickly due to the open layout of the home. Investigators concluded that the most probable cause of the fire was an electrical failure inside the structure.

An eighteen month old child who was asleep in the room of origin, died as a result of the fire.

- SCOTT DAKIN

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Strike Team for assistance. As the search continued into the evening, members of the Forsyth County Dive Team also assisted. The search was stopped around 8:30 p.m.

The search resumed on Monday morning with the Dawson County Dive Team confirming the victim’s location within a short period of time. The body was located in water approximately 20 feet deep and 50- 60 feet from the shore.

The victim, later identified as Ramiro Ponce-Ruiz of Atlanta, was recovered at 12:53 p.m.

- KRISTI HUDSON

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The event was held at the Marriott Hotel in Florence, where participants walked up 22 flights of stairs and would then take an elevator back to the ground floor. This sequence was repeated five times to allow those paying their respects to get a feel for what the firefighters making their way up the Twin Towers encountered on the morning of September 11th, while at the same time honoring their sacrifice with every step taken.

Each participant was given a card to wear around their necks which had the name and picture of one of the 343 New York firefighters lost. Over 90 climbers participated at this year’s event and over 150 spectators were on hand to show the world that we will truly “never forget”. The event raised over $4,000 which was all donated to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

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Tampa Fire Rescue battles two alarm blaze On August 26, 2013, At approximately 12:45 a.m., Tampa Fire Rescue units were dispatched to a reported structure fire in the Ybor City/Downtown area.

Engine 4 reported heavy fire and smoke conditions issuing from a large two story residence.

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A second alarm was struck as Tampa Fire Rescue crews went defensive. Crews made a defensive attack on the fire using multiple hand-lines, Engine 4's deck gun, and multiple aerial ladder master streams.

The fire was reported under control in approximately two hours. Tampa Fire Marshal investigator's are working to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

Tampa Fire Rescue responded to this blaze with approximately 45 firefighters. There were no civilian or firefighter injuries reported.

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Springfield hosts extrication Springfield Fire Rescue recently hosted a three-day extrication class that included the latest and greatest of rescue tools and some very challenging conditions. MES Instructor Tom Winkler provided a full set of the new eDraulic Rescue Tools from Hurst and was able to demonstrate their durability, power, and ruggedness. High temperatures and heavy rain were unable to deter Springfield's firefighters and the equipment from demolishing the training vehicles provided

by Gulf County Wrecker Service for this special training event. Members of Bay County and Callaway Fire Departments were also in attendance for what became a mutual/automatic aid training event arranged by Springfield's newly appointed Fire Chief Michael Laramore.

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The driver of the car that struck the rear of the bus was transported for minor injuries.

Cape Coral bus crash sends one to hospital Cape Coral, FL. A vehicle crash involving two passenger cars and a city charter school bus resulted in one minor injury to a driver and no injuries to anyone on the bus.

On Wednesday, September 4th, firefighters from CCFD Ladder 6, Rescue 6 and Rescue 4 under the command of Battalion Chief John Hauff responded to Chiquita Blvd and SW 38th Street for a three vehicle crash. Crews arrived to find a school bus loaded with students

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from the Oasis Elementary School involved in a collision.

One driver was transported for minor injuries as a precaution and firefighters checked everyone on the bus to assure no one was hurt.

As the students were cleared, parents who arrived at the scene were reunited with their children.

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ously injured in spite of damage to the vehicles that struck the bus.

The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Cape Coral Police Department, however evidence indicates that a driver failed to stop for the bus as it was making a left turn, impacting the rear of the bus.

The driver of the car was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

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Estero battles tanker fire Estero Fire Rescue responded to a tanker fire on southbound I-75 at 10:02 on September 12th. Upon arrival, the truck was fully involved. The truck carried a dual tank of fuel, 500 gallons unleaded fuel and 3,500 gallons of diesel fuel. Crews contained the fire and called in assistance from surrounding departments, including an airport crash truck. Foam application assisted in the knockdown of the fire. All three lanes of the southbound interstate were shut down for six hours while crews mitigated the emergency and clean up began.

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Miami-Dade honors one of their own on 9/11 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue held a remembrance ceremony at fire house 34 in Cutler Bay where a new memorial honoring the life of Lieutenant Dewey Henry was unveiled.

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On September 11, 1994 while fighting a large early morning warehouse fire, Lt. Henry and his crew became trapped inside the burning building after a structural collapse of a loft caused large rolled carpet to fall on them. He made the ultimate sacrifice doing what he loved to do. A wreath was placed on the new memorial by his crew members who were with him that day.

The ceremony took place in front of the memorial built by members of MDFR’s Station 34.

Vice Chair Bell presented two proclamations, one for the fire department and another one for the police department honoring the life of Officer Jose Somohano, who also lost his life in the line of duty.

Sumter County fatal crash On the morning of September 14, 2013, Sumter County Fire and EMS Battalion 11, Engine 33 and Engine 31 were dispatched to an MVC on Interstate 75 at the 334 milemarker involving a tractor trailer. Units arrived on scene to find a tractor trailer on its side and it’s load scattered throughout the area blocking lanes. Firefighters found the driver of the vehicle deceased and extensive extrication was needed to recover the body.

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Odor prompts evacuation at Social Security Administration in Ocala Ocala, FL. On September 19, 2013, a chemical odor resulted in firefighters being called to the Social Security Administration building in Ocala. According to Ocala Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Martin Ortiz, 40 employees and approximately 40 customers were evacuated from the facility while firefighters investigated and ventilated the premises. Two Social Security Administration employees complained of eye irritation and were evaluated by paramedics. The employees declined to be transported by ambulance to the hospital. Firefighters responded to the scene at 10:45 a.m., and the facility located at 933 East Silver Springs Boulevard was re-opened to the public 55 minutes later. The source of the odor was not identified.

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13 escape fast moving flames in Plantation Plantation, FL. On August 22, 2013, no one was injured when a rapidly growing fire broke out at the residence at 500 NW 43rd Avenue, Fire Chief Laney Stearns announced. Plantation firefighters arrived within five minutes to find the fire, which was reported at about 10:00 p.m. through the roof of the single family home. The 13 residents of the home, which included 11 children and three adults, were all able to escape safely. Approximately 50 firefighters took about 20 minutes to extinguish the flames and there were no injuries. According to the state fire marshal’s office the homeowner reported a lightning strike about two weeks prior, which caused continual electrical problems. This evening, she stated the power went out and they smelled smoke. Evidence found at the scene corroborated the story. The Red Cross provided the family with assistance.

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On August 22, the Plantation Fire Department celebrated the successful completion of its fifth, Firefighter Two class by graduating 23 volunteer firefighters.

With this completion, we can proudly say more than 90% of our firefighters are certified at the same level as the career firefighters, statewide,” said Laney Stearns, fire chief. “This group has proven itself to be as good as every other firefighter in Florida, whether paid or volunteer.”

Along with the Plantation members two firefighters from Lauderdale by the Sea, and one from Southwest Ranches also completed the program.

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BRIAN STOOTHOFF

Traffic crash claims one life in Ocala Ocala, FL. On August 22nd, a traffic crash that involved three vehicles resulted in a fatality. Firefighters with Ocala Fire Rescue responded to the collision at Southwest 20th Street and Southwest 47th Avenue at 4:06 p.m., arriving within two minutes. Firefighters used hydraulic extrication equipment to remove the roof of one vehicle to safely extricate some of the injured passengers. A total of three patients were transported by ambulance to local hospitals, and two other people declined transport according to Battalion Chief Mark McEarchern. The roadway remained closed to westbound traffic for several hours during an afternoon rainstorm.

CHRIS DILLEY

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Palm Coast Fallen Heroes Memorial The City of Palm Coast held the Fallen Heroes Memorial on September 11, 2013.

Representatives from Palm Coast Fire Department, Flagler County Fire Rescue, Flagler County Sheriff's Office, Florida Forest Service, New York City Police Department, New York City Fire Department, New York State Court Police, United States Marine Corps, and the Florida Army National Guard gathered at Heroes Memorial Park to pay tribute to those who

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made the ultimate sacrifice defending the United States.

Palm Coast Fire Chief Mike Beadle led the ceremony, which started out with a parade of flags and the Ancient City Pipes and Drums.

The Matanzas High School Marching Band played the National Anthem with a warbird flyover. The ceremony observed the National

Moment of Silence at 8:46, remarks were made by the Palm Coast Mayor Jon Netts, the Police Officer and Firefighter Prayers were read, and wreaths were presented in honor of September 11th, Armed Forces, Law Enforcement, and the Fire Department.

The Last Alarm rang in honor of our fallen firefighters and Taps was played by Circuit Court Judge Raul Zambrano. May we all Never Forget.

- CHRIS DILLEY

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MVA with minor injuries Daytona Beach Fire Department responded to a head on collision in the city of Daytona Beach just before 3:00 p.m. on August 26, 2013. When units arrived to the intersection of North Beach St and Sickler Road, two vehicles with heavy front end damage were found in the middle of the intersection with one patient entrapped. Fire crews immediately begin extraction and removed the patient from the wreckage.

The elderly female entrapped in the four door passenger vehicle was transported to Halifax Health Hospital in serious condition with several injuries. The cause of the accident is under investigation by Daytona Beach Police Department.

Levy County provides PALS training to 1st Responders On August 13 and 14, 2013, Levy County Department of Public Safety sponsored an American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support training program to all 1st Responders in Levy County free of charge. All were invited to attend free continuing education programs the service provides to the paramedics and EMTs on a regular basis. This program prepares 1st Responders to handle life-threatening situations involving small children. These professionals learn how to provide life-sustaining care in the event of a critical injury. This includes techniques to perform CPR on children and infants, as well as the proper way to use a defibrillator on children. Before taking PALS, students have a mastery of infant and child Basic Life Support skills. They are also able to recognize various heart rhythms, be familiar with different types of airway management tools and their use.

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Globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals (GHS) In 2003, the United Nations (UN) adopted the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). The GHS includes criteria for the classification of health, physical and environmental hazards, as well as specifying what inform a t i o n should be included on labels of hazardous chemicals as well as safety STAYING data sheets.

The US was SAFE an active participant in the Chief Henry Campdevelopment bell of the GHS and is a member of the UN bodies established to maintain and coordinate implementation of the system.

OSHA published a proposed rulemaking on September 30, 2009 to align OSHA's Hazard Communication standard (HCS) with the GHS. On March 20, 2012, OSHA revised the Hazard Communication Standard to align the regulation with the provisions of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). The final rule became effective on May 25, 2012.

These changes will impact all users of hazardous chemicals at the University.

The HCS has been in place since 1983 and was designed to ensure manufacturers and importers evaluate the chemicals they produce and that this information concerning the hazards are transmitted to employers and employees through labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). The standard also addresses chemical inventories, written plans and training.

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is an international approach to hazard communication, providing agreed criteria for classification of chemical hazards, and a standardized approach to label elements and safety data sheets.

The GHS was negotiated in a multi-year process by hazard communication experts from many different countries, international organizations, and stakeholder groups. It is based on major existing systems around the world, including OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and the chemical classification and labeling systems of other US agencies.

The result of this negotiation process is the United Nations' document entitled "Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals," commonly referred to as The Purple Book.

This document provides harmonized classification criteria for health, physical, and environmental hazards of chemicals. It also includes standardized label elements that are assigned to these hazard classes and categories, and provide the appropriate signal words, pictograms, and hazard and precautionary statements to convey the hazards to users. A standardized order of information for safety data

sheets is also provided. These recommendations can be used by regulatory authorities such as OSHA to establish mandatory requirements for hazard communication, but do not constitute a model regulation.

OSHA is requiring that employees are trained on the new label elements (i.e., pictograms, hazard statements, precautionary statements, and signal words) and SDS format by December 1, 2013, while full compliance with the final rule will begin in 2015.

OSHA believes that American workplaces will soon begin to receive labels and SDSs that are consistent with the GHS, since many American and foreign chemical manufacturers have already begun to produce HazCom 2012/GHScompliant labels and SDSs. It is important to ensure that when employees begin to see the new labels and SDSs in their workplaces, they will be familiar with them, understand how to use them, and access the information effectively.

The revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is a modification to the existing standard. The parts of the standard that did not relate to the GHS (such as the basic framework, scope, and exemptions) remained largely unchanged.

There have been some modifications to terminology in order to align the revised HCS with language used in the GHS. For example, the term "hazard determination" has been changed to "hazard classification" and "material safety data sheet" was changed to "safety data sheet."

OSHA stakeholders commented on this approach and found it to be appropriate.

The three major areas of change are in hazard classification, labels, and safety data sheets.

-Hazard classification: The definitions of hazard have been changed to provide specific criteria for classification of health and physical hazards, as well as classification of mixtures. These specific criteria will help to ensure that evaluations of hazardous effects are consistent across manufacturers, and that labels and safety data sheets are more accurate as a result.

-Labels: Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to provide a label that includes a harmonized signal word, pictogram, and hazard statement for each hazard class and category.

Precautionary statements must also be provided.

-Safety Data Sheets: Will now have a specified 16-section format.

The above information has been taken from the OSHA web s i t e : https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/hazcom-faq.html#1 Link to Purple Book: https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/ghs.html To be continued.

Till next time stay safe and God Bless!

KEVIN SAXTON

One dead, one critical after van rolls over At approximately 10:00 a.m. on September 1, 2013, Delray Beach Fire Rescue responded to the scene of a serious crash on northbound I-95.

Two vehicles were involved, including a van carrying two passengers, which went off of the road and rolled over into a brush area. The driver of the van, an adult male, was transported to Delray Medical Center in critical

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condition. The passenger, an adult female, had to be extricated from the wreckage and was also transported to DMC in critical condition. She was pronounced dead a short time later according to a representative at DMC. There were no injuries re-

ported in the second vehicle. Delray Beach Fire Rescue had approximately 18 personnel on scene including Squirt 1, Medic 1, Engine 3, Medic 3, Ladder 5, Medic 5, Special Ops 5, Battalion 1, and EMS 1.

The Florida Highway Patrol is handling the investigation.

- KEVIN SAXTON

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One rescued from house fire in Delray At 4:37 p.m. on September 1, 2013, Delray Beach Fire Rescue (DBFR) responded to a house fire in which a bed-ridden resident had to be rescued from her bedroom.

DBFR crews were on scene within four minutes to find a kitchen fire in the residence, located in the 2500 block of Lake Ida Road. Two residents were able to flee from the house, but a bedridden elderly female could not escape.

DBFR crews quickly extin-

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guished the kitchen fire and then were able to remove the elderly female from the house. She, along with the other two residents, were examined by DBFR personnel for smoke inhalation.

DBFR used high-powered fans to remove the smoke from the structure and air monitors to ensure that the air was safe to breath.

The residents were then able to return to their home.

The kitchen smoke detector was destroyed in the blaze, so DBFR was able to provide and install a new detector. There were approximately 16 firefighters on scene from Engine 4, Medic 5, Ladder 5, Special Ops 5, Engine 2, Medic 2, Battalion 1, and EMS 1.

The fire was a result of the residents’ cooking.

- KEVIN SAXTON

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Lieutenant Meegan began his fire service career in 1981 as a volunteer with Seminole Volunteer Fire Department and was promoted in 1982 to career firefighter. Jim has served as engine, squad and truck driver, paramedic, Acting Lieutenant, Peer fitness coordinator, and is a certified Fire Officer. Jim was also honored in 1984 as the State of Florida EMT of the Year. After 11 years, Jim moved to Ohio where his wife’s family was from.

In Ohio, Jim joined the Mentor Fire Department as a firefighter paramedic where over the next 18 years, he became an Ohio state certified fire inspector, fire instructor, hazmat technician, and participated

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on the technical rescue team, hazardous intervention team, Northeast Ohio Urban Search and Rescue Team, Fire Academy and paramedic instructor. Jim served 12 years as a lieutenant, including five years as an acting battalion chief.

After 18 years in Ohio, Jim and his family returned to the Seminole community. In the short three years since his return, he has recertified as an engine driver, and acting lieutenant, where he developed and implemented our new squad training manual and became part of the executive board for the Seminole Professional Firefighters Association.

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HENRY WILLIAMS

Tampa fire damages office On September 4, 2013, shortly before 2:00 p.m., Tampa Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported structure fire. While en route, multiple companies advised a column of smoke could be seen in the vicinity. Engine 9 found a single story wood framed structure with heavy smoke and fire coming from the rear. While crews made an interior attack, simultaneous vertical ventilation tasks were performed by Truck Co. 14. The fire took approximately twenty minutes to be deemed under control. The building that resided as the attorneys’ office for Terence Moore suffered significant damages. The cause and origin of the fire is under investigation

by Tampa Fire Marshal investigators. There were no civilian or firefighter injuries reported.

MICHAEL HEEDER

Cape Coral crash brings firefighting family together Cape Coral, FL. A t-bone collision sent three people to the hospital in Cape Coral.

On Labor Day Monday, September 2nd, firefighters and paramedics from Engine 3, Rescue 3 and Ladder 1 under the command of Battalion Chief Chris Cox responded to the 4000 block of Del Prado Boulevard south. Firefighters used extrication tools to free an elderly male trapped on the passenger side. It wasn't until the rescue was complete that crews realized a father-son team was assigned to the incident.

Lt. Jerry Doviak of Ladder 1 discovered his son Joe Doviak

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working Engine 3 on a trade.

While both are employed by the Cape Coral Fire Department, this was the first time the two had been on the same incident together.

"It was neat seeing my boy working," said Lt. Doviak, a 30year fire service veteran including 24 years with the Cape Coral Fire Department. The younger Doviak has been on the department for just over one year.

"This is not something we intentionally schedule," said CCFD

District Chief Christopher Moore.

Departments take steps to not put family members in the same station or the same incident when possible to avoid issues associated with Line of Duty injuries or death. "It's just the best thing to do, keeping family members separated on a fire," said Moore.

In spite of the extrication, none of the injuries were life-threatening. The crash investigation was handled by the Cape Coral Police Department.

- MICHAEL HEEDER

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Lightning strike causes $2 million in damages North Naples Fire Rescue responded to a call at the local YMCA at 3:34 p.m. on Labor Day with smoke and flames showing from the roof. The three alarm fire brought firefighters from all the other departments in the county, including, Naples Fire Department, Golden Gate-East Naples Fire Departments, Big Corkscrew Island Fire Rescue, and chiefs from the City of Marco Island and Immokalee. The State Fire Marshal identified the cause of the blaze as a lightning strike.

Approximately 20,000 of the 60,000 square foot structure was consumed in the blaze. The majority of the damage was in the gymnasium and weight room.

CHRIS DILLEY

The Isle of Hope Volunteer Fire Department has recently placed into service a 2012 E-One two door Tradition built on a Freightliner chassis.

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Savannah (GA) firefighters recently helped a local cancer survivor move.

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Florence (AL) firefighters stand beside a picture of the brave 343 firefighters who gave the ultimate sacrifice in 2001.

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Cobb County, GA. Cobb County firefighters pose during the opening ceremonies for the 2013 Firefighter Stair Climb.

On August 30, 2013, six new Sumter County Fire & EMS Division (FL) employees received their badges, signifying their readiness to begin serving the citizens of Sumter County.

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Richmond Hill, GA. A Bryan County firefighter/EMT shows bystanders all about an SCBA.

HCES Director and the 2014 EMAT President, Tony Reavley, presents Madison County EMA Director Jimmy Floyd with an award for his dedication and service to EMAT for 2013.

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Cape Coral Firefighter Jon Thomson uses a circular saw to cut into the rear of the truck MICHAEL HEEDER

Cape firefighter Joe Doviak, left and his father Lt. Jerry Doviak teamed up to rescue a trapped driver in a Labor Day crash.

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Firefighter James Stathopoulos extinguishes the fire

Cape firefighters attack vehicle fire Cape Coral, FL. Firefighters responding to a vehicle fire kept the fire from spreading to a Cape Coral business.

At 6:47 pm on September 10th, firefighters from Engine 2 and Res- JUMP TO FILE # cue 2 responded to 091013123 a vehicle fire at Quality Plumbing, 920 SE 13th Place.

Updated dispatch information indicated a large vehicle fire with other vehicles and a building in danger. Battalion Chief Steve Olson had dispatch add additional units on the alarm. Engine 2 arrived to find a panel truck owned

by Quality Plumbing on fire with flames coming from the engine compartment and cab.

Firefighters made an aggressive attack on the fire, quickly extinguishing the flames and keeping the fire from spreading into the rear of the vehicle and to the business. “We found a lot of solvents and combustibles in the back,” said Engine 2 Lieutenant John Lynch. “We wanted to get in and get the fire knocked out quickly before it had a chance to spread.”

Firefighters extinguished the fire within minutes after arrival and the fire was investigated. Fire Inspector John Maher ruled the

fire as accidental, reporting it started in the engine compartment.

There were no injuries.

“This fire had a lot of potential,” said Chief Olson. “The fire load in the vehicle was heavy and Engine 2’s crew did a good job.”

- MICHAEL HEEDER

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Michael Bender is a volunteer firefighter with Hopewell Fire Department 52 in the town of Princeton, N.J. His wife, Elaine, is an EMT with the department. Michael just retired in July after 25 years as a police officer in Princeton.

Congratulations on your retirement, Mr. Bender – from everyone at 1st Responder’s Heroes Mortgage Program. We are proud to say that we helped Bender ease into retirement with some savings. Bender refinanced his home with the Heroes Mortgage and shaved three years off his mortgage.

He’s also saving $100 every month on his payment.

“I just retired, so any income I can save is big,” said Bender, who has four children. “Especially over a year, that adds up. I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t want to add $100 to their wallet every month. I had 18 years left on my mortgage and now I just have 15, which is a big savings.”

Do you want to know more about the innovative Heroes Mortgage Program? Well, then, the New Jersey Firemen’s Convention on Sept. 13-14 in Wildwood is the place to be. The Heroes Mortgage Program booth at the convention is

one of the more popular attractions.

Clients stop by to talk with the staff about their positive experiences and how it helped them, whether they purchased their first home, or refinanced. Meanwhile, interested firefighters check in to learn more about how the Heroes Mortgage Program can help them. There are so many wonderful stories surrounding the Heroes Mortgage Program.

Whether it’s the young firefighter who used the program to by his first home, the thirty-something who refinanced to get a better rate and ease the burden of the bills, or the client who could only be approved through the Heroes Mortgage Program due to bad credit; our team is there to help.

1st Responder and Sun Home Loans teamed up to create the enterprising initiative, which provides discounted fees and low interest rates for firefighters and other members of the emergency services community.

“These men and women are the fabric of our communities. Nobody sacrifices more every day,” said Joseph Belsito, Publisher of 1st Responder. “We were excited about this program from day one and, to see it get off the ground, like this is gratifying. These people are the best of the best. It’s been our pleasure getting to know them and help them.”

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. Now in its 29th year, the New Jersey Firemen’s Convention is often described as the largest exposition of it’s kind east of the Mississippi.

Firefighters from the entire MidAtlantic region converge on the famed Jersey Shore for the event. 1st Responder certainly looks forward to seeing our clients, our friends, and telling your colleagues more about the Heroes Mortgage Program. We are certainly proud 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. To receive more information about the program and its benefits, contact Steven Testa at stesta@sunnb.com or call 973-615-9745.

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Two displaced after Plantation fire

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Structure fire in Bushnell Bushnell, FL. On September 5th at approximately 6:00 p.m., Sumter County Fire & EMS was alerted to a structure fire in a single family JUMP TO FILE # 090913108 residence in West Bushnell.

The initial callers indicated seeing smoke coming from a nearby residence, but had difficulty in providing an accurate address. A subsequent caller indicated the fire to be located at 1878 CR 606, and that someone may still be inside the home.

Arriving within seven minutes, fire crews were able to confirm that all occupants had escaped, but they found

heavy fire emitting from several windows in the front and rear of the double-wide mobile home. Incident commander directed crews to conduct a quick exterior knockdown of the heavy fire, as he established the required “two-out” safety crew.

The fire attack crew proceeded to conduct an interior fire attack, quickly extinguishing the blaze. The fire was under control within ten minutes, but the building had already received extensive damage. Crews were on scene for over two hours ensuring all hot spots were extinguished.

There were no civilian or firefighter injuries, and the cause of the fire was deemed accidental.

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Plantation, FL. On September 11, 2013, a smoky fire caused the evacuation of several residents as well as the occupants of the home at 5780 SW 18th Street, Plantation Fire Chief Laney Stearns announced JUMP TO FILE # 091213106 tonight.

The fire was reported by neighbors, who called 911 just about 8:00 p.m. when they saw smoke coming from the home.

The residents were home at the time and were able to escape the flames.

When firefighters arrived, the residence was well involved with fire and the entire cul de sac was laden with thick, heavy smoke, causing several residents to evacuate their homes.

Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire in about 15 minutes, however the home was uninhabitable.

The Red Cross was called to provide shelter for the two adult residents. There were no injuries and the cause was determined to be candles in a bedroom.

- JOEL GORDON JOEL GORDON

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