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CREWS BATTLE CLARKSTON APARTMENT FIRE
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Clarkston, GA - On July 22nd, DeKalb County Fire Rescue was alerted to 792 Jolly Ave., at the Kristopher Woods Apartments, for a reported apartment building on fire. While Engine-23 was responding, dispatch advised that they had been receiving multiple calls stating that the building was on fire.
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Pavilion Collapses at Murfreesboro Elementary School During Storm Murfreesboro, TN - Firefighters from Districts 6, 7 and 8 responded to reports of a building collapse at John Pittard Elementary School on August 2nd just after 3:30 P.M., following a fast moving storm with high winds. Firefighters cut through the fallen structure's roof and used airbags to raise the roof and check for victims. Since the school year has not yet begun, there were no children present at the school and there were no injuries. The large pavilion, located on the school grounds at 745 DeJarnette Lane, fell during a time that Chad Gehrke, Airport Manager of nearby Murfreesboro Airport, saw winds in excess of 60-MPH and homes around the school reported tree limbs down. Murfreesboro Codes and Engi-
JUMP TO FILE #080317102 neering was working with school maintenance director, Larry Willeford, to secure a plan to remove the damaged structure before school began for a half day the following Friday. Assistant City Engineer Sam Huddleston states “The cause of the collapse looks like strong straight line winds which caused some uplift, and an anchor bolt in the concrete slab failed, causing the collapse!” The pavilion was permitted and constructed in 2015. City school's maintenance crews secured the area and Murfreesboro Police would conduct a special watch overnight.
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Knoxville Home Suffers Smoke Damage from Kitchen Fire Knoxville, TN - Shortly after 12:00 P.M. on August 8th, units from the Knoxville Fire Department were dispatched to 4401 Buffat Mill Rd. for report of a house fire. When fire crews arrived, they reported flames coming from the front porch and a kitchen window. All residents had self-evacuated safely. One resident reported to fire officials that he smelled smoke, spotted flames in the kitchen, got everyone out safely, and then called 911. Firefighters were able to contain the flames to the kitchen area and front porch, with smoke damage throughout the home. No injuries were reported.
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Knoxville, TN - At 4:54 P.M. on August 17th, units from the Knoxville Fire Department were dispatched to Glenn's Barbershop, 4934 N. Broadway, for report of a fire. When firefighters arrived, they found visible flames near the barbershop's sign on the front facia. Fire crews quickly extinguished the flames, then searched for any extensions into the business which had already closed for the day. Firefighters contained the flames and damage to the exterior portion, with minimal smoke and water damage inside. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire appears to be accidental in nature.
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Woman Suffers Smoke Inhalation from House Fire MFRD
Murfreesboro Hosts 49th Annual Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association Conference Murfreesboro, TN - Fire service personnel from all over the state were in Murfreesboro during July 22-25th for the 49th Annual Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association (TFCA) Conference at Embassy Suites. “Last year was JUMP TO FILE # the first time the 072517108 conference was held in Murfreesboro, and it was a huge success” said Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Chief Mark Foulks. “We have even more apparatus and equipment on display inside of the conference center, along with several of our firefighters participating.” On Sunday and Monday, the indoor exhibit was free and open to the public. “In years past, the equipment was all outside,” said Foulks, “and in July, indoor exhibits are much more favorable due to the heat!” Mayor Shane McFarland gave opening remarks for the conference and Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Honor Guard presented colors. On a special note, Senator of the 13th District Bill Ketron awarded a proclamation of gratitude to Gatlinburg Fire Chief Greg Miller for their outstanding work and professionalism. Gatlinburg Mayor Mike Werner, Vice Mayor Mark McCown and City Manager Cindy Ogle attended the presentation and extended their thanks as well. MTSU Coach Kermit Davis spoke to the fire service members about creating a winning culture and communicating with your team.
MFRD Fire Rescue Chief Mark Foulks and Assistant Chief Allen Swader were awarded a certificate of appreciation from the Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy for logging 10,126 training hours. The Tennessee Federation of Fire Chaplains conducted a memorial service for fallen firefighters. “This conference is a great asset to fire officers and other managers of emergency services organizations,” said Foulks. “The classes and demonstrations are designed to equip attendees with valuable skills and knowledge to enhance their
professionalism and capabilities in their departments.” In addition to providing training opportunities to Chief Fire Officers across our state, the Tennessee Fire Chief’s owns and manages the Statewide Fire and Emergency Service Mutual Aid system, is supporting statewide Incident Management Teams, is facilitating a grant that provides recruitment and retention resources to volunteer and combination fire departments across the state, and numerous other life safety and leadership initiatives.
Knoxville, TN - At 8:29 P.M. on July 24th, units from the Knoxville Fire Department were dispatched to 615 South Beaman St. for report of a house fire. When firefighters arrived, they found flames coming from the garage portion of the brick rancher, the left rear, "B/C" corner and heavy black smoke being forced from all openings. One female victim was transported to an area hospital with smoke inhalation after removing her father and son from the dangerous environment, then going back several times to attempt extinguishing the flames. Firefighters conducted a primary and secondary search for any further victims, but none were found. Additional manpower extinguished the flames to an emergency Nader control status within the first 10 minutes of operation while hotspots were continued to be found. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Knoxville, TN - At 1:30 A.M. on August 1st, units from the Knoxville Fire Department were dispatched to 2804 Boyds Bridge Pike for the report of a fire called in by a passerby. When firefighters arrived, they found flames extending through the roof on the rear portion of the split foyer brick home. Fire crews quickly went to work extinguishing the flames by means of an elevated aerial stream, (Quint #4), after additional manpower had searched for possible victims inside, with none found. The cause is undetermined at this time, but fire investigators were on the scene.
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California: Frank Anaya, 22 Rank: Inmate Firefighter Incident Date: July 5, 2017 Death Date: July 11, 2017 Fire Department: CAL FIRE Initial Summary: Inmate Firefighter Frank Anaya was treated on scene and taken to the hospital in critical condition on July 5, 2017, after suffering a chainsaw injury to the leg while working a fire near Lakeside, California. Fire crews were clearing brush and working with air crews to successfully defend a threatened mobile home park when the injury occurred. Despite all efforts by medical personnel, Inmate Firefighter Anaya passed away on July 11, 2017. Missouri: John Kemper, 59 Rank: Fire Captain Incident Date: July 5, 2017 Death Date: July 12, 2017 Fire Department: St. Louis Fire Department Initial Summary: Fire Captain John Kemper was injured while battling a structure fire at 3622 Pennsylvania AVE on the morning of July 5, 2017. Kemper was transported to the hospital to be treated for a shoulder injury but it was discovered that he had instead suffered a more serious injury and, soon thereafter, underwent surgery. Fire Captain Kemper was released from the hospital and while recovering at home, passed away from reported complications of his injury. Washington: Robert Spinner, 50 Rank: Interim Fire Chief Incident Date: July 14, 2017 Death Date: July 14, 2017 Fire Department: Lynden Fire Department Initial Summary: Incident Description: Interim Fire Chief Robert Spinner died from an apparent heart attack while on-duty and participating in a fire department fitness activity (jogging).
Oregon: Trenton Martin Johnson, 19 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 19, 2017 Death Date: July 19, 2017 Fire Department: Grayback Forestry, Inc. Initial Summary: While part of a 20-person crew staging an initial attack on a forest fire in the Sealy Ranger District of the Lolo National Forest in Montana, Firefighter Trenton Johnson was struck by a falling tree. He was flown to a Missoula hospital for treatment, but passed away from the injuries he sustained when struck. Michigan: Allen Charles Howard, 49 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 17, 2017 Death Date: July 18, 2017 Fire Department: Adrian Charter Township Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Howard responded with his fire department to a mutual aid fire call in a field involving bailing equipment and multiple large bales of (burning) hay. The fire department reported very high heat and humidity conditions over the several hour incident period as firefighters worked to extinguish the fire. The following morning, Firefighter Howard fell ill and succumbed to a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be reported. Michigan: Kevin Ramsey, 50 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: July 29, 2017 Death Date: July 29, 2017 Fire Department: Detroit Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Kevin Ramsey died of an apparent heart attack shortly after returning to the firehouse from fighting a second commercial structure fire of the day. Firefighter Ramsey complained of nausea and chest pain to fellow firefighters, so they immediately began treatment and summoned advanced medical responders to the station. Firefighter Ramsey was taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital where, despite all efforts, he succumbed to his injury.
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Murfreesboro Fire Destroys One House, Damages Five Others
MFRD Engineer Jack Black.
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Engineer Retires After 33 Years of Service Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department bid farewell to Engineer Jack Black on Wednesday, August 9th after 33 years with the MFRD. Black began his career as a Firefighter in March of 1984. “I knew what JUMP TO FILE # I wanted to be since 081117109 I was 12-years-old and I have achieved that part of my life!”, said Jack. Firefighter Black was promoted to Driver/Engineer in 1990 and spent many years at Station-4 on Jones Blvd. and Station-7 on Thompson before his retirement from Station-5 on Florence Road. Black has seen a lot of changes over the years, especially with the medical response. He states that this
department has a great Chief who is progressive, describing Chief Mark Foulks. He remembers one of the worst calls he ever responded to as being a fire on Van Cleave Drive. He said the temperatures were so cold that ice formed on their gear! This fire is remembered by many of the personnel. While Black intends to spend as much time as he can with his family, he admits he will miss his “family away from family," speaking of the firefighters he works with. When asked what he sees in store for retirement, he, his wife and daughters are going on vacation. As he reflects on the years, Black sums them all up in one small statement, “I loved it, it was the most rewarding job I could imagine having!” - MFRD
Murfreesboro, TN - Just after 6:30 P.M. on August 18th, Murfreesboro firefighters from District9, Engine-10, Ladder-1 and Rescue-2 responded to a house fire at 418 Tessa Ct. When the first companies arrived, they found a house that was nearly fully involved in heavy flames, with fire that was coming through the roof. Three occupants lived in the home, but only one was present at the time of the fire. She was able to make it out after noticing heavy black smoke near the patio. The home is a total loss. Five houses that were nearby received damage when the vinyl siding melted from the intense heat. Residents of these homes were not displaced. Commander Alexander stated, “ It is very fortunate that no one was injured!” Additionally, the family dog made it out without injuries. Red Cross was requested to assist the family. The Fire Marshal is conducting an investigation into the cause of the fire.
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Fire Breaks out in Knoxville Apartment Building Knoxville, TN - At 8:42 P.M. on July 20th, units from the Knoxville FD were dispatched to the Windsor Court Apartments, Building #924 on Cedar Ln., for report of an apartment fire. Arriving units found a four-unit brick apartment building, (two lower units, two upper units with a common stairwell in the center), with fire coming from the lower right unit. Fire had also climbed the wall and breached into the above right apartment. One male from the apartment where the fire originated was sent to the hospital with burns. A second male was
JUMP TO FILE #072117100 sent to the hospital with smoke inhalation. A total of 19 people lived in the four-unit complex. The American Red Cross was on the scene to assist with their needs. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. UPDATE: It was evident to fire officials and confirmed by a resident that cooking grease was being heated on the stove and ignited into flames. One victim was in the vicinity when flames rapidly spread throughout the
kitchen, causing the victim to suffer burns. The second victim, from an upstairs unit, suffering from smoke inhalation, was also transported to the hospital. A third resident later asked to be transported to the hospital nonemergency to be checked by a physician for possible smoke inhalation. Safety tip: Never use water to extinguish a grease fire, this can cause the fire to expand very quickly and be extremely dangerous. Baking soda or a lid can be used to smother the flames. - DJ CORCORAN
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The plane missed the runway and went down a 50-foot embankment. SHANE SHIFFLETT
Crews Battle Jolly Ave. Apartment Fire
Clarkston, GA - On July 22nd, DeKalb County Fire Rescue was alerted to 792 Jolly Ave., at the Kristopher Woods Apartments, for a reported apartment building on fire. While Engine-23 was responding, dispatch advised that they had been receiving multiple calls stating that the building was on fire. Co. 23 arrived on scene and found a two-story occupied apartment building with smoke and fire showing, and deployed multiple lines for fast attack while additional companies began arriving. Truck-23 laddered the roof and performed ventilation. DCFR Fire Investigators arrived on scene and investigated the fire. American Red Cross and management assisted the families in relocation.
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The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Uniondale Fire District will accept sealed Bids until 2:00 pm, August 31, 2017, for the sale of one (1) Red 2005 International Ambulance. Add’l detailed info can be obtained. At 3pm, August 31, 2017, bid(s) will be opened and publicly read aloud. Vehicle is to be sold “as is”. Hurst Tool and other equipment included in sale. The minimum accepted bid for the vehicle is $35,000 w/ firematic pkg. Sealed bid(s) may be delivered in person to District Office M-F 9:00a5:00p at 501 Uniondale Ave., 2nd Floor, Uniondale, NY 11553. Sealed bid(s) must be marked “Bid for 2005 International Ambulance”. Sealed bid(s) must be accompanied with a check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bid price submitted or the bid will not be accepted. Contact District Secretary at (516) 481-8411 8:30a-5:00p M-F. The final sale payment is to be by certified or bank check. The Uniondale Fire District reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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Plane Crash in Cherokee County Injures Two Ball Ground, GA - Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services and the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a plane crash on the afternoon of August 15th at approximately 4:40 P.M., on Runway 5 at the Cherokee County Airport, located off Interstate 575 between Canton and Ball Ground. Cherokee County firefighters arrived on the scene to find two people that had gotten out of the Piper Cherokee 140 Airplane. According to reports, the plane contained a male flight instructor who
JUMP TO FILE #081517110 was in his early 60s and a male student, who appeared to be about 50 years in age. The flight student had gotten the plane about 200feet into the air and lost power. It was at that time that the instructor took the controls to return back to the runway. Unfortunately, the plane missed the runway and went down a 50-foot embankment before crashing into a fence. After the in-
structor and the student escaped, the plane caught fire and was later extinguished by Cherokee County firefighters. Cherokee County firefighters reported that both suffered bumps and bruises and were later transported to Marietta’s Kennestone Hospital. Special Operations Chief Darrell Mitchell reported that both of the plane’s occupants were conscious and alert and appeared to be in stable condition. - TIM CAVENDER
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Coast to Coast EMS en route in Warner Robins (Houston County).
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Barrow County firefighters save house and family Pet Winder, GA - Just after 5:20 P.M. on July 30th, units responded to a house fire in the 100 block of Scott Drive in Winder. “Upon arrival, our crews found a single-story resi- JUmP TO fIlE# dence with smoke 07317109 showing through the front door and back windows. All residents were out of the house. We entered the structure, began an interior attack, and were able to quickly extinguish the bulk of the fire,” said Capt. Scott Dakin. A Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) aided interior crews in finding the fire, which was in a back bedroom of the house. Each BCES engine is equipped with a TIC, which allows firefighters to “see” through heavy smoke to locate hidden fires. During the operation, a cat was rescued from inside the house and revived with oxygen administered via an oxygen mask specially designed for cats and dogs. The fire was contained to the room of origin, however approximately 50% of the home received damage from smoke, heat and water. The BCES Fire Investigation Team was on scene and ruled the fire as accidental. Two adults and three children were displaced, and the American Red Cross is working to assist those residents.
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Early hand-drawn fire engines, ladder wagons, hose carts, etc. had to be pushed back into fire stations by hand. All of this backing in by hand became unnecessary when motorized engines came to be, however some companies continue to make every effort to honor and pay homage to past members that had to push their engines into the station by doing the same to the new units. This is how “Pushing-In” ceremonies originated. DENIsE shIfflETT
Savannah, GA - Firefighters Shane Shifflett and Kody Hartnett await water while operating at a recent field fire.
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Cobb County Fire & Rescue Responds to Fatal Car Accident Marietta, GA - On the afternoon of July 25th, Cobb County 911 received reports of a serious accident on South Cobb Drive near Appleton Dive in Marietta. Emergency crews from Cobb County Fire & Rescue along with Atlanta EMS were dispatched out on the call shortly after 12:00 P.M. Units arrived to find a two-vehicle collision with one vehicle overturned. Cobb County firefighters arrived to find a red mustang with heavy front-end damage and a white Ford Ranger that had rolled over. The driver of the Ford Ranger was pronounced dead at the scene while the driver of the Mustang was quickly packaged and transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries. Cobb Police are handling the
JUMP TO FILE #082117102 investigation into what caused the accident in Marietta. Cobb police confirmed that speed was a contributing factor in the fatal accident. Reports show that the Ford Ranger was southbound on South Cobb when the driver made a right turn into the path of the red Mustang that was traveling north. Witnesses reported that the Mustang struck the Ranger with such force, it caused the truck to roll over. Firefighters on Cobb County Engine-2 were committed on the scene assisting Cobb Police for a short period following the incident until all hazards were removed. -WILLIAM KING
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APPARATUS IN ACTION
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Marietta fire apparatus staging at a recent house fire on Haley Street.
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Dekalb County House Fire Deemed Arson Dekalb County, GA - On the morning of July 15th, Firefighters with Dekalb County Fire & Rescue responded to a house fire in the 4800 block of Amsler Road in Station-4’s first-due area. Dispatch had reports of heavy fire conditions. Firefighters approached the scene with heavy smoke billowing from the area. First-in units arrived to find heavy fire conditions with fire through the roof. Firefighters quickly began an aggressive attack to battle the blaze, deploying several attack lines. Firefighters found heavy fire conditions in the
JUMP TO FILE #082117131 back portion of the house with extension into the house. Crews battled the blaze for nearly 40 minutes before bringing it under control that morning. Firefighters were committed on the scene for several hours as investigators worked the scene to determine a cause. Investigators deemed the fire to be suspicious in nature and brought in a K-9 Unit who was able to get a hit on some sort of accelerant used in the fire.
Enough evidence was found by investigators to confirm that the fire was intentionally set. The home at 4869 Amsler Road was a total loss. The family who lives at the residence was not home at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported during the incident. The investigation is still ongoing with a reward of $10,000 that has been posted for any information anyone may have, requesting them to contact Georgia Arson Control at 1-800-2825804. - WILLIAM KING
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Dekalb County Fire Rescue Truck 23, the “Fighting 23rd,” operating on Jolly Ave. for an apartment fire in Clarkston.
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Two Restaurants Destroyed in Dekalb County Dekalb County, GA - On the afternoon of June 9th, Dekalb County Fire & Rescue responded to a fire at 2941 Druid Hill Road around 2:00 P.M. Dekalb County Dispatch had reports of a fire in the building at the business known as "The Wing Stop". Firefighters arrived and made an aggressive interior attack, conducting a quick knockdown on the flames. After the fire appeared to be out, crews began wrapping up and releasing units as firefighters were conducting overhaul operations. The fire appeared to be out, but firefighters still had a decent amount of smoke as they checked the building to confirm that there wasn’t any extension. Exterior crews on the roof pierced the roof, checking for extension when they found a large pocket of fire hidden beneath the roof-top.
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JUMP TO FILE #082117108 The fire flared up and quickly began to burn through the roof of the building. Units that were released were quickly called back to the scene and a second-alarm was requested. Public Information Officer (PIO) Captain Eric Jackson of Dekalb Fire & Rescue explained that the construction of the building had several false roofs from different renovations over the years, where new roofs were added on top of the previous roofs which gave the fire open void spaces to hide and spread across the roof line of the structure. Firefighters had a heavy amount of fire throughout the entire roof, forcing them to evacuate the roof and the interior of the building. Crews deployed multiple attack lines on the ground and used ladder pipe operations to battle the blaze. Due to the amount of fire and the roof integrity being compromised the way it was, firefighters took a defensive stance, battling the blaze from the exterior only. Captain Jackson advised that approximately 40 firefighters from Dekalb County were on the scene Friday afternoon. Despite their valiant efforts, the restaurant at "The Wing Stop" and the neighboring business "Tokyo Grill" were both destroyed by the blaze. The point of origin of the fire has not yet been determined, but is under investigation.
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Manchester Fire Chief Jolivette Completes Hazmat Incident in Cobb International Professional Designation Process County Caused by Cleaning Manchester, GA - Roderick Jolivette has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of "Chief Fire Officer" (CFO). The Commission of Professional Credentialing (CPC) met on July 26, 2017 to confer the designation. Roderick Jolivette becomes one of only 1,262 CFOs worldwide. The Designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize individuals who demonstrate their excellence in seven measured components including experience, education, professional development, professional contributions, association membership, community involvement and technical competence. In addition, all applicants are
JUMP TO FILE #082317102 required to identify a future professional development plan. The CFO designation program uses a comprehensive peer review model to evaluate candidates seeking the credential. The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) awards the designation only after an individual successfully meets all of the organization's stringent criteria. Achieving this designation signifies Roderick's commitment to his career in the fire and emergency services. This professional designation is valid for three years. Maintaining
Help is on the Way Chaplain’s Corner
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“This poor man cried and the Lord heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles” (Psalm 34:6). Imagine the feeling of those, who during an emergency, call 9-1-1 and subsequently hear the distant scream of a siren as they approach to offer help. In many cases, this is the very worst day of their lives and they
have all their hope and confidence in the professionalism of the Firefighters, Paramedics and/or EMTs who are rushing to their aid. There could be no better feeling than to know that help is on the way! Due to God’s love demonstrated in Jesus Christ, we have the confidence that God hears, cares and responds to His children in a time of need. As a matter of fact, God knows the need even before we call upon him. “Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24). So, let us open your hearts to God as he responds to our many needs in life. “The Lord is
the designation requires recipients to show continued growth in the areas of professional development, professional contributions, active association membership and community involvement as well as adhere to a strict code of professional conduct. The Commission on Professional Credentialing, an entity of the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc., (CPSE) administers the Designation Program. The CPC consists of individuals from academia, federal and local government, and the fire and emergency medical services profession. To learn more about CPC, visit www.cpse.org. - CPSE
close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). Lean on Jesus. The Bible tells us to “Cast your care upon Him, for He cares for you” (I Peter 5:7). Whenever we hear that a person is in “stable condition” and not “critical condition,” there is a sigh of relief. Let Christ bring stability into the crisis. God constantly cares for his children, helping us face bad news. We thank God for our first responders as they arrive on scene of an emergency. I’m thankful God is with you on every call; and I’m also thankful that when people require emergency assistance, God sends YOU. You are the answer to someone’s prayers!
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Marietta, GA - On the afternoon of July 27th, emergency crews from Savannah Fire Emergency Services responded out to investigate a possible hazmat incident at "Cool Savannah Gifts and Tours" on East Bay Street. Savannah Fire had received the call around 4:30 P.M., reporting that an employee had an adverse reaction to some type of chemical or substance that was inside their building. A Hazmat assignment responded to investigate the incident. Savannah Fire crews arrived and followed Hazmat protocols, evacuating the building. Hazmat crews made entry and checked the entire building, attempting to find the source of the substance causing the problem. After a thorough search of the building, the prob-
JUMP TO FILE #082117101 lem was found to be a Clorox tablet that had come in contact with another substance, causing a chemical reaction. Hazmat crews were able to remove the cleaning materials involved, rendering the building safe. Operations on East Bay Street caused the business to be closed for a short period while crews checked the building. Once the building was fully ventilated and deemed safe, the store was able to re-open. No one required transport to the hospital and no serious injuries were reported as a result of the incident. -WILLIAM KING
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Fort Lauderdale Firefighters Extinguish Early Morning Blaze
Fort Lauderdale, FL - During the early hours of August 16th, Fort Lauderdale firefighters responded to a reported fire in a six-story, multi-family residence. First arriving units found a fully involved vehicle in the attached parking garage and the fire was spreading to the structure. Fort Lauderdale Police and Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue evacuated the six-story residence while Engine-54 quickly extinguished the blaze, which limited damage to the structure. The residents were able to return to their residences and no injuries occurred during the incident.
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Seminole Graduates CERT Class 6 Seminole, FL - City of Seminole Fire Rescue and Seminole CERT graduated one of its largest classes to date from their Citizens Emergency Response Training classes conducted the week of July 24, 2017. On Saturday, July 29th after three days of training, Seminole CERT graduated 21 individuals from their sixth class, training residents of the area how to be better prepared to handle disasters and emergencies. Participants learned disaster preparedness, First Aid, how to ex-
JUMP TO FILE #080317110 tinguish small fires and basic search and rescue techniques. All of this training is designed to prepare residents to be more resilient in times of emergencies and to assist first responder resources during times of disaster, such as during hurricanes and tropical storms. Upon graduation, the participants are invited to be a part of the Seminole CERT program, which to date has trained 114 residents on
how to be better prepared. Seminole CERT provides volunteer assistance with evacuations, staffing the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and providing Firefighter REHAB during larger incidents. If you are interested in attending CERT training, the next class is scheduled for the week of February 26, 2018. Please contact CERT Program Manager Brad Dykens by email at bdykens@myseminole.com or calling 727-393-8711 ext.210. - BRAD DYKENS
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Seminole Fire Rescue’s Newest Hazardous Materials Technicians
Seminole, FL - City of Seminole Fire Rescue congratulates our newest HAZMAT Technicians. Estaban Galaz, Ryan Gregg, Jacob Ruff and Nadier Yacoub completed the rigorous HAZMAT 160 class which included 80 hours of classroom education followed by 80 hours of hands-on practical exercises, qualifying them to be official State of Florida certified HAZMAT Technicians and members of the Pinellas County Hazardous Materials Response Team. As quoted by Assistant Fire Chief James Meegan: “Without a doubt, this group rose above the rest and stepped up their game during the practical portion; always being the first to volunteer or the first to lead." We are very proud of you all. Congratulations! (L to R): City of Seminole Fire Chief Heather Burford, Firemedics Estaban Galaz and Jacob Ruff, Firefighter Nadier Yacoub, Firemedic Ryan Gregg and Assistant Fire Chief James Meegan.
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Two CERT class #6 participants, Lugene and Abe Azar, extinguishing a small training fire.
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Fort Lauderdale Places Drone in Service to Help Save Lives and Property Fire Chief Anthony “Tony” Stravino of Polk County Fire Rescue.
POLK COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Polk County Fire Chief Completes Another International Professional Designation Process Bartow, FL – Fire Chief Anthony “Tony” Stravino of Polk County Fire Rescue completed the process that awards him the professional designation of Chief EMS Officer. The Commission of Professional Credentialing met July 26th to confer the designation. Chief Stravino becomes one of only 119 CEMSOs worldwide. The designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize individuals who demonstrate excellence in seven measured components that includes experience, education, professional development, professional contributions, association membership community involvement and technical competence. In addition, all applicants are required to identify a future professional development plan. The CEMO designation program uses a comprehensive peer
JUMP TO FILE #082117119 review model to evaluate candidates seeking the credential. The Commission on Professional Credentialing awards the designation only after an individual successfully meets all of the organization’s stringent criteria. Achieving this designation is valid for three years. Earlier this year, Chief Stravino completed the process for his Chief Fire Officer re-designation. He first received that status in 2008. Chief Stravino has been a member of the Florida fire service since March of 1978 and has been with Polk County Fire Rescue since September of 2016. - KEVIN WILSON
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue recently placed a DJI Inspire Drone into service with the goal of saving lives and property. The drone, with the call sign “Drone 8,” will have multiple roles during various emergencies within the City and waterways of Fort Lauderdale. The drone has two cameras, a 4k camera which can be used for aerial surveillance of fire scenes, hazardous material situations, aerial photo fire investigations and water rescues where commanding officers on the ground can gather real time aerial views of incidents. The second camera has thermal imaging capabilities where the crews on the ground can use the aerial
JUMP TO FILE #080317108 views of the drone to improve fire ground accountability at night and during roof operations where the drone can identify hot spots alerting crews of potential fire below. The thermal imaging camera will also be used during high-rise fires where the drone can quickly achieve an aerial view of the building and look for fire on upper level floors with the FLIR system, along with identifying potential victims in the need of being rescued from balconies. Drone 8 will soon have the abil-
ity to release items from a claw; the first item the department will deploy is a life jacket. Drone 8 will be used to find missing swimmers, kayakers, paddle boarders and boats from the air. In the event a swimmer in distress is found, Drone 8 will deploy a life jacket from the air and relay the location to the ground units and Fireboat 49. The program is in its infancy stage, but as the program grows, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue hopes to deploy drones along the beach to identify ocean rescue rips currents, track sharks and improve overall beach safety. - GREGORY MAY
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Passenger Extricated from Pickup After I-75 Motor Vehicle Accident Ocala, FL - A motor vehicle accident on August 16th, reported at 6:26 A.M. on the southbound lanes of I-75, left one passenger trapped. Ocala Fire Rescue was dispatched to an area between JUMP TO FILE# mile markers 352 081617112 and 354, where a collision between a pickup truck and a semi was reported. Upon arrival, firefighters found a crew cab pickup truck, upright, with severe front-end damage, rendering the passenger trapped. With the assistance of extrication tools, firefighters removed the patient. Once freed from the vehicle, the patient was trauma alerted to the hospital. Two children, a dog, and the driver of the pickup truck had no injuries to report. The driver, sole occupant of the semi, was unharmed. Ocala Fire Rescue reminds everyone to remain alert and responsive while on the road. Being aware of your surroundings can be the differentiating factor between an accident and a near-miss! - OCALA FIRE RESCUE
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New Volusia County Firefighters are Ready to Respond Volusia County, FL - Volusia County Fire Rescue recently graduated 10 firefighters to join the ranks of the organization. The new hires attended a six-week academy to get introduced to the organization’s policies and procedures for responding to and conducting operational functions at emergency incidents. Some of the topics discussed and skill proficiencies performed at
JUMP TO FILE #080417101 the academy included vehicle extrication, self-contained breathing apparatus, map reading, company inspections, forcible entry, driving fire engine apparatus, wildland operations, fire engine pumping operations, vehicle and structure fire
response, and medical emergency protocols and procedures. They were also introduced to the county rules, regulations and diversity programs and interacted with multiple departments within Volusia County Government. The new firefighters will be assigned to fire stations throughout the county. - KATE LIND
IMFD Firefighters Remind Drivers to Slow Down Fort Myers, FL - Firefighters from the Iona-McGregor Fire District in Fort Myers were out in front of the schools on the first day back for students, reminding drivers to slow down while driving through school zones. With banners in hand and lights on the fire truck, firefighters waved to drivers as they passed by and wished kids a good first day as they walked passed. This was an initiative amongst several fire districts across Lee County. Pictured are Lt. Steve Greenberg, Engineer Mike Porter and Firefighter Nick Strong.
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Delray Beach Fire Rescue Station 113 Holds Open House for Community Delray Beach, FL - On July 22nd, Delray Beach Fire Rescue Station 113 and Delray Beach Police Department held a joint Open House for the Citi- JUMP TO FILE# 072717113 zens of their City. Both DBFR and DBPD had static displays for each department. DBFR had their Station Apparatus on display. Also, there
was a children's Combat Challenge Course, photos with Sparky the Fire Dalmatian, and vendors with information for the parents. DBPD brought with them several specialty vehicles, such as an Armored Rescue unit, their SWAT unit, Police vehicles and Motorcycles for the kids to hop on. They also showed off how their K-9 apprehends a suspect. - STEPHEN SABO
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Vendors from Delray Medical Center (South County Trauma Center) and Safe Kids put out important information for the parents.
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“10-75” The Box VIDEO REVIEW
Video reviews by John Malecky
“10-75” The Box By Fire Line Video Productions Available from: FSP Books & Videos 188 Central Street, #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-522-8528 e-mail: fire-police-ems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $29.95 (DVD) This presentation is in excess of 60 minutes and involves three major fires during 2001. In New York City, the fire signal “10-75” represents the need for three engines and two trucks to respond to the scene of an incident. It is usually transmitted by the first arriving company or chief and when those units are put to work, an “All Hands” signal is transmitted which brings a rescue company and very often other equipment. It is followed by additional alarms if needed. This is a weak explanation to give the reader an idea about the title of the DVD. Of the three fires on this DVD, all are well beyond a 1075! What I can say about them is “Wow!”. It stands to reason that they all started out with a 10-75 signal. The first fire was in the Bronx at E. 174th Street and Weeks Avenue. It involved (six) one-story attached stores com-
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monly known as “taxpayers,” meaning that they were cheaply built structures placed basically to pay the taxes on what otherwise would be vacant land. This is a second-alarm, but has the appearance of a much worse fire. Heavy streams operate from four tower ladders and two Stang guns. There are some handlines but the fire seems to defy every-
thing, resulting in an outside fight. Very intense flames can be seen inside the building. The second fire is a thirdalarm in Brooklyn in the month of January. It involves two frame dwellings heavily involved in which there were two DOA’s. It became another exterior operation. The third was in the Bronx at East 169th St. and College Ave. in
the Highbridge section and eventually goes to seven-alarms, involving (14) two-story attached dwellings. The fire just runs the cockloft. At least two trench cuts are made by truck companies on the roof. The videographer at one point takes a position on a roof across the street and at times, the smoke is so intense that the buildings are obscured, almost as if you
are in an airplane above the clouds. It again becomes an outside fight in the most intense parts of the fire. In all of the fires, toward the end of the coverage, a voice in the background gives a size-up and explains what is burning and what armament is being used to combat it. This is one of the most fire intense videos I have seen.
Ten Residents Displaced FUTURE 1st RESPONDERS After One-of-Two Morning Fires in Ocala
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Ocala, FL – Two residential structure fires were reported on the morning of August 8th in Ocala; the first in a vacant structure, the second leaving ten residents displaced. At 12:10 A.M., Ocala Fire Rescue was dispatched to the 200 block of NW 16th Court, where a structure fire was reported. Firefighters arrived to find a vacant wooden structure, with flames and smoke showing from the rear of the building. Completing a search to ensure the home was indeed empty, firefighters proceeded with knocking down the flames. The fire was extinguished by 12:26 A.M. Shortly after, a second structure fire was reported; this one affecting an occupied duplex building. At 4:19 A.M., firefighters arrived at the 1000 block of NW 13th Avenue, where a fire was reported. Engine and Rescue-3 crews found flames spreading from the room of origin, to a nearby tree. Learning all residents had evacuated the building, fire knockdown operations followed. Crews battled the flames, which rapidly advanced towards an adjacent room and the attic. The
JUMP TO FILE #080817108 fire was contained to the building of origin and extinguished by 4:45 A.M. Due to fire and and smoke damage, the building was deemed uninhabitable; leaving 10 people displaced. No injuries were reported. Conversations with tenants revealed that the fire originated from an unattended cigarette. Refraining from smoking is the best way to prevent a cigarette fire, but if you smoke, Ocala Fire Rescue recommends the following: 1. Never smoke in bed. Refrain from smoking near linens, drapes, and like materials, which could easily catch on fire. 2. Before you throw out butts and ashes, make sure they are completely out. 3. Refrain from smoking when you are not alert. Being sleepy, under the influence of alcohol/ medications, or inhibited in any way, can lead to oversight resulting in a deadly fire. - OCALA FIRE RESCUE
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Emma Roth (daughter of PBCFR Communicator III Stuart Roth), had her PPE on and was ready for the Challenge Course during Delray Beach Fire Rescue and Police Dept.'s joint open house, held in July.
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Hoverboard Catches Fire While Charging in Ocala Home
Ocala, FL - A hoverboard caught on fire while charging in an Ocala home garage on August 20th. At 6:44 P.M., Ocala Fire Rescue was dispatched to the 5000 block of SW 41st Street, where a residential structure fire was reported. Firefighters arrived to a single-story structure with smoke coming from the garage. Making entry and identifying a hoverboard as the source of the fire, crews attacked the flames. The fire was extinguished within two minutes of arrival, preventing spread from the point of origin to the structure. No injuries were reported. Ocala Fire Rescue reminds everyone that hoverboards, like any electronic device, should be monitored while plugged in to minimize the risk of fires caused by overcharging or system malfunction.
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City of Plantation Receives $1.5 Million Check Plantation, FL - State Senator Lauren Book and Representative Evan Jenne presented the City with a $1.5 million check at the City of Plantation’s Council meeting on August 9th. The funds are targeted to help offset the cost of rebuilding Fire Station #1 and are derived from the JUMP TO FILE# State of Florida’s 081117108 appropriations budget. “It is so important that we support Plantation’s public safety efforts,” said Senator Book. “Plantation’s original fire station was built in 1957 and has since undergone several renovations in an attempt to keep up with the demands of this growing City. It’s time to replace it.” “We’ve modified the floor plan several times and until now have done our best to keep pace with the City’s needs,” explained Fire Chief Laney Stearns. “However, with the new demands on fire station safety, health requirements, and changes in our structure, we can no longer just modify it.” “Senator Book and Representative Jenne worked tirelessly to secure $1.5 million in appropriation funds for the City’s Fire Station #1 construction project,” said Bendekovic. “This is the first time State appropriations funding
was granted to the City of Plantation, and without the Senator and Representative’s determined involvement, the City of Plantation would not have received it.” The new, two-story station,
which will be located on the same site at 5601 W. Broward Boulevard, will meet all necessary requirements for ADA, OSHA, and NFPA. The $5.8 million project was approved as part of the 2016
Public Safety Bond referendum. “We are sincerely proud of the dedicated members of the Plantation Volunteer Fire Association,” Bendekovic added. “Their excellence and outstanding service to
the community has secured an insurance rating of two – one of the highest rated volunteer fire departments in the country.” PROVIDED
- JOEL GORDON
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FORT LAUDERDALE FIRE RESCUE
Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Fireboat 249 had a busy two days during lobster mini-season! During mini-season, Fireboat 249 responded to multiple lost diver incidents, boats in distress and one medical emergency on the water. Lobster Mini-Season is a two-day event starting at midnight on Wednesday, July 25th and ending at midnight on July 27th. Lobster Mini-Season brings divers out in the thousands who scour the reefs and waterways looking for the elusive Atlantic Lobster. Fireboat 249 is docked at Fort Lauderdale Firehouse 49 and is responsible for providing water rescue emergency services and fire suppression on the 165 miles of waterways within the City of Fort Lauderdale and seven miles of Atlantic Coast shoreline.
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JUMP TO FILE #080113110 lunch was being served. According to three local news reports, nobody was trapped or seriously injured from the accident. The photos were taken after the small white car was removed from the facility and the report was filed after this story had been publicized on local news sources. - DARRELL FARMER
Apartment Fire Claims Life of 70-Year-Old Man Mobile, AL - Mobile Fire-Rescue Department was called to the Plantation Apartments, located at 5725 Old Pascagoula Road, on Saturday morning, July 22nd. The call was received at approximately 7:32 A.M. and firefighters arrived reporting light smoke showing from the two-story, wood-frame building. Firefighters were told upon arrival that there was at least one person inside the apartment. Firefighters quickly made entry and found the victim near the patio door. They removed the 70-yearold male occupant from the apartment and firemedics began immediate treatment and transport to Springhill Medical Center, where
JUMP TO FILE #072417103 he was later pronounced dead. Minor smoke damage occurred in the two upstairs apartments, but the fire was contained to the apartment of origin. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Engines 6, 15, 16 and 19, along with Truck 10, Rescues 6 and 22, and District Chief Marquis James responded. The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department Arson Unit and Mobile Police Department is jointly conducting the investigation.
- STEVE HUFFMAN
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Let’s face it, the fire service is filled with bad habits. I am not here to sugar coat it. Whether it is not masking up in a structure fire or the unhealthy food we are putting on our kitchen tables, it is killing us...plain and simple. The statistics are staggering and unacceptable. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, in 2015, 66.7% of Line of Duty Deaths were caused by Stress/Overexertion. This cause is the number one killer of firefighters, not collapse, not burns….cardiac-related incidents. But guess what, we can change this statistic! Because we have the ability to change our lifestyles in and out of the firehouse for the better. That is why Fork and Hose Co. tries to focus on healthier meals as much as possible. And with other like-minded friends such as 555 Fitness, I know for sure we can help push the fire service in a new direction. When I started my own “journey” on to a healthier lifestyle
through fitness and nutrition, I knew I had to carry it over into my firehouse to a certain degree in order to stay on track. So I started cooking more nutritious meals for the crew and myself. It was sort of trial and error at first, but I realized the most effective tactic to get the guys to eat better and still enjoy the meal was to start with small changes. What I mean by this is to take a meal popular in the firehouse, and adjust one component towards a healthier alternative. Here is an example of what I mean: Traditional: Steak with Buttered Green Beans and French Fries Healthier alternative: Steak with Olive Oil Roasted Green Beans, Baked Potato It is all about keeping those familiar flavors and ingredients but changing the preparation, seasoning or even where the ingredients came from. When I say where they came from, I am referring to where in the store you found the ingredient. An example of this is instead of using canned vegetables, to use fresh or frozen, as canned vegetables contain preservatives. A great way to think when shopping is to stay on the outside perimeter of the store. This is usually where stores put the fresh produce, meat and
seafood aisles. The middle aisles are usually dedicated to pre-packaged, preservative-laden foods. The fresh produce aisle is filled with ingredients that can elevate a seemingly mundane dish like grilled chicken, just like the PeachGrilled Corn Salsa recipe for this month! I also think changing one meal a tour is a great way to start as well. So if your crew usually makes lunch and dinner, maybe keep lunch a little more traditional and go a little healthier on dinner, or vise versa. This will keep everyone from getting burned out on healthy food and lessen the chance of falling back into the old habits that are killing us. Just remember who we have all sworn to protect and come home to. It is our duty to perform to our best abilities and make sure we make it home after shift. Let’s change the statistics together and let’s start in the most important room in the firehouse… the kitchen! Fork and Hose Co. is looking for more recipes to feature every month in 1st Responder Newspaper. Do you have a firehousefriendly recipe you would like to see featured? Tag us @forkandhoseco or send us an email to forkandhoseco@gmail.com!
“Peach-Grilled Corn Salsa” Ingredients: -4 RIPE PEACHES, pitted and chopped -1 SMALL RED ONION, pickled (see recipe below) -1/2-1 JALAPENO, seeded and diced (adjust to liking) -3 EARS OF CORN, grill and cut off kernels -2 LIMES, zest and juice -1/2 BUNCH OF CILANTRO, rough chopped -1 TBS. EVOO -SALT, to taste Procedure: - Combine all ingredients in a bowl, taste and adjust seasoning. ‘Pickled Red Onions’ Ingredients: -½ Cup of Cider Vinegar -1 Tbs. Sugar -1 Tbs. Salt -1 Cup of Water -1 Red Onion, sliced thin
Procedure: -Dissolve sugar and salt in water and vinegar. Place onions in a jar or bowl, cover with pickling liquid and place in fridge until cool.
AJ FUSCO
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