Sept./Oct. 2022Volume 1, No. 3 Story on pages 6 & 8 - Photos courtesy of Lexington FD & Laura Mead Fire News Welcomes You to the Kentucky Assn. of Fire Chief’s Leadership Conf.PAIDPRSRTSTANDARDU.S.POSTAGEHICKSVILLENYPERMITNO.298 KENTUCKY KENTUCKY
Fairview Assists Elkon & Trenton Three departments respond to a multi-structure fire on Pond River Road. 3 FFs Injured at Louisville Blaze Crews arrive to a large warehouse fire with several challenges to extinguishment. In this issue... PLUS: Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4 Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 20 Industry News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 28 MobileHendersonHome Fire Henderson crews respond to a mobile home fire with all residents out. Fire News Donates $50,000 to Charities Publisher Frank C. Trotta donates $10,000 each to five fire-related charities. See story on page 4 See story on page 9 See story on page 14 See story on page 26 Fire LookingNews’Back See story on page 22 See story on page 18 Madisonville in the early 1900s, and 1986. 91st Kentucky Fire School The school, attended by 647 students, was held at Bluegrass Comm. & Tech College AService for Kentucky Firefighters and EMS Providers Founded 1973 146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY11713 FRANK C. TROTTA, Publisher TIM EDWARDS, Chief Operating Officer DENNIS WHITTAM, Editor GARYP. JOYCE, Managing Editor MARIE TROTTA, Vice President, Production/Sales LYNN SEDLER, Art Director CLIFFCHIESA, Production Manager BARBARACONNOLLY: Advertising Sales BRYAN LOPEZ: Editorial Assistant GREG JONES: Graphic Artist COPYRIGHT2022, THE FIRE NEWS INC., LONG ISLAND, NEWYORK. ALLRIGHTS RESERVED For advertising rates and information, call (631) 776-0500 Press 1 Editorial: (631) 776-0500 Ext 280 Fax number: (631) 776-1854 Internet: Twelvee-mail:http://www.firenews.comtim@firenews.comEditionsServing Long Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wildwood, NJ Proud Member Of: Letters to the Editor, byline articles, and columns represent the opinions of the writers and photographers and are not necessarily the views of the Fire News. We reserve the right to edit all of the above. We are not responsible for errors in advertisements beyond the cost of advertising space. Copy submitted is subject to editing for space requirements. The placing of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute endorsement. Contents are copyrighted. Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Fire News is published monthly by Fire News Inc, with corporate offices at 146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY11713. FireNews.com Fire News, September/October2022, Page 3
From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
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In May, Fire News held a charitable awards event donating a total of $50,000 to five fire-EMS-related charities. The commitment to donate the funds was made by Fire News publisher Frank C. Trotta when the Fire News 9/11 20th Anniversary Issue was released last fall. Publisher Frank C. Trotta and Chief Operating Officer Tim Edwards presented $10,000 checks to the charities, noting that the, “Five charities continue to contribute in a positive way to families affected by the devasting effects of 9/11.”
Over the past few years, I have met many new volunteer firefighters that soon develop aspirations to become members of a paid department. In my volunteer department, a few members have applied to fire departments in other states and met their requirements. The reason they were accepted to out of state departments was because they did their homework and worked hard to meet the requirements that were posted for the Afirefightingjob. career field is very competitive. If you apply to a department like the FDNY, you quickly learn you are competing against thousands of applicants for very few available jobs. I read that over 46,000 people applied for the FDNYtest in 2017. I was stunned when I read this number. The best candidates think of their minimum score on this exam as above 90 percent. You can increase your chances of getting a high grade if you have military experience and live in New York City. Hence, the challenges of becoming a NYC firefighter have encouraged people to look to other states for possible acceptance into their fire departments. This is where you must pay attention to every aspect of the requirements stated on the application form. Recently, I asked a young energetic volunteer firefighter if he applied to a nearby state for a posted test to become a firefighter. His answer was a quiet no! One of the requirements on the application was that applicants needed to be an EMT. My response was, “Why not become an EMTin your current department and get some experience to add to your application?” I never got a response to my question. If you are serious about any occupation, be the best you can be and do more than what is expected of you. Exceed any education requirements. Also, as a volunteer firefighter, think of getting as many certifications as you can. If national certifications are available, take the additional tests. Speak with your local fire academy to find out about additional certifications that may help you stand out above other applicants.Are you in tip-top shape? Remember, if you pass the written test, you still must pass a Physical Ability Test. The agility tests are no joke. The test has many parts, and you are not going to pass them unless you prepare yourself for their grueling nature. Military experience helps with understanding how to prepare for theseCongratulations,tests. you did well on the written test, and you passed the physical test. Guess what, you’re not finished. You must pass an interview that investigates your past. Whatever you do, do not lie during this interview. Start to prepare for this part of the exam by reviewing your social media page. If you have inappropriate posts, remove them. GroupMe posts can come back to haunt you. My best advice to anyone interested in becoming a paid firefighter is to talk to the people that have walked the path before you. Study, work out, and set an example for others to follow. And while you are waiting for your chance to shine, think about joining the armed forces. Think of it as preparation for the greatest job in the world! - Dennis I to Be AFirefighter!
Fire News Donates $50,000 to Charities
The charities chosen work on a national basis include: The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund, Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Foundation, The Ray Pfeifer Foundation, Firefighter Cancer Support Network - NYChapter and The FealGood Foundation. Close to 200 people attended including chiefs, commisioners and members from many departments, state and local government officials and others. It was highlighted by the Ceremonial Color Guard provided by the Fire Chiefs Council of Suffolk County and former FDNYChief of Department Tom Richardson as the key note speaker. “I’d like to thank the Fire News editorial and sales staff for their roundthe-clock work producing the issue, our photographers who donated their images and our advertisers who supported the issue,” said Trotta. Thank you to the South County Ambulance Company for generously providing their facilities, hospitality and to all of their members who volunteered their time to help. - Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone &Bryan Lopez
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The Lexington Fire Department received a request for assistance from eastern Kentucky to send swiftwater crews to Lost Creek to assist with the flooding in that region. They sent a team of nine members along with two boats. Their mission was to rescue people who were trapped by the flood waters. They also deployed their Mobile Ambulance Bus (MAB) with a crew of three to Campton, to aid in the evacuation of one of the local medical centers. The MAB can transport up to 20 patients, and is equipped with air conditioning, oxygen and other medical necessities. After working all day, the crews’total number of rescued stood at 85. Likewise, the MAB also returned to Fayette County with nine patients on board. They coordinated with regional EMS services to transport patients to multiple regional and localLexingtonhospitals.will continue to support the rescue efforts in eastern Kentucky and add resources as needed. Please keep the families and businesses in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to face new challenges in the days to come.
- Photos courtesy of Lexington FD & Laura Mead (Continued on page 8)
Lexington Works the Eastern Kentucky Floods
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On June 28, 2022, at 0335, Louisville Fire Department crews were dispatched to a structure fire in the 3600 block of Woodruff Avenue. Fire companies arrived to heavy fire coming from a two-story dwelling, with homes closely located on both sides. Three adult occupants had safely escaped the fire priorto the arrival of fire crews. Firefighter s made entry, searched the buildings, and began an interiorattack. Outside crews deployed exposure lines to protect neighboring property. It took approximately 15 minutes for25 firefighters to bring the fire undercontrol. The main fire building sustained extensive damage. The adjacent structures sustained only minordamage. The Red Cross assisted displaced occupants. LFD Arson Investigators were working to determine the cause.
- Photo courtesy of Henderson FD
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- Photo courtesy of Louisville Division of Fire Cross,atwithhometoRecently,MobileHendersonHomeFiretheHendersonFireDepartmentrespondedthe1100blockofAtkinsonforthereportofamobileonfire.Onarrival,crewsfoundaworkingfirealloccupantsoutsafely.HendersonwasassistedthescenebyDeaconessEMS,theAmericanRedandHendersonMunicipalPower&Light.
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Page 10, Fire News, September/October2022 FireNews.com QuickExtensionPreventsStopinZoneton Zoneton firefighters responded to a truck fire that was threatening a structure. Nobody was injured, but crews were concerned about extension into an adjacent building. Firefighters were able to get a quick knockdown, and there was no fire damage to the building. - Photos courtesy of Zoneton Fire Protection District Mutual Aid GroveRickPeterson,Tanker1760PembrokeforPembrokeCallcrews(AssistantChiefBobbyHogge,crewedbyDeputyChiefPhillipMiniPumper1752crewedbyCaptainMurray)respondedonmutualaidtoOakforatractortrailerfire. - Photos courtesy of Pembroke FD
The Fairview VolunteerFire Department along with Pembroke Rural Fire Department responded to a field fire on Pembroke-Fairview Road. Pembroke responded with multiple personnel. Honey Grove was also requested fora brush truck and additional manpower. Quick action, utilizing a tractorand a disc from the landowners, helped to stop this fire from spreading. Fairview used Mini Pumper580 to knock down some flames. Approximately three acres were burned. The area was suffering extremely dry conditions and, had the landowners not made good decisions, this fire could have grown very quickly and caused majordamage to homes. - Photo courtesy of Fairview VFD
Calloway County Fire-Rescue responded to a report of a hay fire on Potts Road in the Kirksey community at approximately 0610 on June 30, 2022. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered several hay bales on fire, spreading quickly. With the help of the farmer, firefighters were able to quickly move the unburned rolls away from those that were on fire, preventing furtherdamage to the crop and an additional fire load to contain.
- Photo courtesy of Madisonville FD Potts Road Hay Fire
- Photo courtesy of Calloway County FR Good Stop at Pembroke-Fairview Rd. Brush Fire
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Quick Stop atheingsfirelocalrespondedTheMadisonvilleinMadisonvilleFireDepartmenttoareportofafirebehindabusiness,recently.Uponarrival,crewsfoundapalletofwoodshav-burningwithfireimpinginguponstructure.B-ShiftStation2crewdidquickknockdownofthefire.
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- Photo courtesy Louisville Division of Fire Electrical Fire in Pembroke Pembroke Fire Department crews (Chief Nick Belair, Deputy Chief Phillip Peterson, Engine 1751 crewed by Captain Joe Stealy) and mutual aid from Fairview, Highland and Oak Grove, responded to a structure fire. Quick thinking by the homeownerby shutting off the breakers to the house allowed crews to keep the electrical fire contained to the immediate area.
- Photo courtesy of Georgetown FD Quick Stop at Vacant Residential Fire
The Fairview VolunteerFire Department was paged formutual aid to multiple structures on fire off Pond RiverRoad in Elkton. Fairview assisted Elkton Fire, along with Trenton Fire and Allensville Fire.
- Photo courtesy of Pembroke FD Fairview Assists at Multi-Structure Fire
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On July 5, 2022, at 0800, Louisville firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire in the 300 block of North 21st Street. Fire crews arrived to find heavy fire coming from a vacant single-story residential building, with an occupied building closely located to the north. Firefighters quickly mad e entry, searched the buildings, and began an interiorattack. Outside crews deployed exposure lines to protect neighboring property. Crews eventually transitioned to defensive operations on the main fire building, due to deteriorated conditions of the structure. It took approximately 10 minutes for25 firefighters to bring the fire undercontrol. The main fire building sustained extensive damage. The adjacent structure sustained only moderate damage. No civilians or firefighters were injured during the incident. LFD Arson Invest igators were working to determine the cause.
- Photo courtesy of Fairview VFD
FireNews.com Fire News, September/October2022, Page 15 Quick Stop on CarFireStructureSaves Pembroke Fire Department crews (Chief Nick Belair and Engine 1750 crewed by Deputy Chief Phillip Peterson), and mutual aid from Fairview and Oak Grove, responded to a vehicle fire neara structure. The vehicle was a total loss with minordamage to the structure. - Photos courtesy of Pembroke FD
3 FFs Injured at CommercialLouisvilleBlaze
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On July 5, 2022, at 1939, Louisville firefighters were dispatched to a commercial structure fire at South 31st Street and RiverPark Drive. Fire crews arrived to find a working fire in a 40,000-square foot vacant commercial warehouse. The size of the building and contents within the building, limited access, and a heavy volume of fire were a few of the challenges fire crews faced. Additional crews were dispatched to assist. Athree-alarm response, with nearly 100 firefighters and over30 firefighting apparatus were eventually required to fight the blaze, bringing the fire undercontrol within one hourof arrival. The main fire building was a total loss. Two neighboring properties sustained significant damage. The American Red Cross assisted displaced occupants. Three firefighters were injured and transported to a local hospital forobservation. Fire crews remained at the scene throughout the evening. LFD Arson Investigators were working to determine a cause. - Photos courtesy Louisville Division of Fire
- Photo courtesy of Zoneton Fire Protection District
Todd County MVA
The Fairview VolunteerFire Department was dispatched to a single-vehicle MVAon US 68/80 at Tress Shop Road in Todd County. Fairview 580 and 560 responded to the scene with fourpersonnel and met two additional personnel on scene, assisting EMS with removing the patient from the vehicle through the passengerdoor. Engine 560 remained on scene while the wreckerremoved the vehicle from the roadway. Also assisting were Todd County EMS, Todd County Sheriff’s Department, Todd County Rescue Squad, Todd County EMA, Todd County Dispatch, and Kentucky State Highway Department.
- Photo courtesy of Fairview VFD
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Looking Back Madisonville1986 The Madisonville Wal-Mart was destroyed by fire on October13, 1986. The store was located on South Main where Madisonville Marketplace is currently located. - Photos courtesy of Madisonville FD Madisonville1900s Fire on Main and CenterStreets in early 1900s. - Photo courtesy of Madisonville FD Page 22, Fire News, September/October2022 FireNews.com
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Franklin’s K9 ‘HealthcareShelbyville’sChase;K9JCAwardedforK9Heroes’Grant
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c (3) nationwide charity located in East Taunton, MA, whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement a nd related agencies throughout the United States. The non-profit is pleased to continue their "Healthcare for K9 Heroes" medical insurance program for 2022 which covers annual policy premiums. Since 2016, the charity has donated over $233,068 towards medical reimbursement programs for self-funded K9 units. Among those selected as 2022 recipients to date are: Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, KY, K9 Chase; and Shelbyville Police Department, KY; K9 J.C.; The Healthcare for K9 Heroes grant is awarded to departments which have the financial burden of raising funds to support their K9 unit, which have no more than three K9s, and which have previously been awarded a vest through Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. For more information, please call 508-824-6978. Taxdeductible donations accepted via mail to: Vested Interest in K 9s, Inc. P.O. Box 9 East Taunton, MA02718 or via the website: www.vik9s.org. - Photo courtesy of Pleasant Township FD
Page 24, Fire News, September/October2022 FireNews.com Hazard FD at Eversole Field Day The Hazard Fire Department participated in The Roy G. Eversole Elementary School's field day recently. - Photos courtesy of Hazard FD
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HOTCLASSES All Saws: Robert Faas, FOOLS International Down & Dirty Forcible Entry: Robert James, Capitol Fire Training LLC; Charley Hendry, Lieutenant, FDNYSpecial Operations Command Engine Company Ops: From The Science To The Street: Steve Robertson, Columbus Division of Fire; Keith Stakes, ULFire Safety Research Institute Engine Company Tactics For Limited Staffing: Jonathan Hall, Saint Paul Fire Department. Grain Bin Rescue Awareness: Andy Bauer, Ohio Fire Academy. Live Fire: Tactics For Success With Limited Staffing: John Lewis, Passaic Fire Department. Personal Ropes Skills: Ascending, Rapelling & Mid:Height Rescue : Dalan Zartman, Rescue Methods, LLC. Live Fire: The Intelligently Aggressive Fireground: Andy Starnes, Insight Training LLC Tower Ladder And Aerial Placement: Chris Eysse, Ken Ditata and Will Hickey, of the FDNY. Aerial Rescue In Trees: Evan Beck, Rescue Methods. Can-Tanker-Ous Wisdom: The Art & Science Of Moving Water: Ed Collet, Ohio Fire Academy; Jeremy Keller, Ohio Fire Academy. CONFERENCE SESSIONS + PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS This year’s Conference Program and Workshops feature a top lineup of fire service instructors from across the nation covering a broad variety of topics suitable for any level of experience. For a detailed overview of sessions, visit: https://www.firehouse expo.com/fhe2022/conferenceprogram.
Join us in Columbus, OH. On September 26 to 30 for the 38th annual Firehouse Expo at the Greater Columbus Convention Center (Firehouseexpo.com). We’re excited to be back in Columbus and to once again showcase all that the city has to offer. The city is protected by the world-class Columbus Division of Fire (CFD), and the department works hand in hand with surrounding cities, using a noborders approach to getting the closest fire and EMS resources to the scene as quickly as possible. In addition to the CFD, Firehouse is working with fire departments in Franklin County to provide handson training (HOT) and other educational opportunities.
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IT’S FIVE O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE After classroom sessions end on Wednesday and before “The Bronx Twin Parks Fire: Strategic and Tactical Considerations fo r Large-Scale Incidents” in the Big Room, join attendees and sponsors for a welcome reception on the exhibit floor, featuring more than 150 exhibitors. Drinks and food will be provided as you make your way around the show floor to talk about your equipment and technology needs with exhibitors. Get full details on all of these activities and more at FirehouseExpo.com. To register, visit www.firehouseexpo.com.
BIGROOM SESSION: The Bronx Twin Parks Fire On Wednesday, September 28, learn about the heroism that was shown at the deadly Bronx tragedy in January 2022. Firehouse Expo keynote speaker Frank Leeb will return to the big stage that evening to speak about the bravery that FDNYmembers displayed and to share the lessons learned from the massive fire that claimed 17 lives. Leeb, who was FDNY’s Citywide Tour Commander, took over as incident commander (IC) upon his arrival.
FIREHOUSE EXPO PREVIEWSEPTEMBER 26-30, 2022 GREATER COLUMBUS (OH) CONVENTION CENTER
The Firehouse Expo 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb returns to Huntington Park baseball stadium on Friday morning, Sept. 30. Join other firefighters, first responders and area residents who will honor the steps that were taken by FDNY’s fallen 343 while raising money to support the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation survivor support efforts. You can register as an individual, or team.
The 5th Annual Firefighter Health & Wellness conference is coming soon to Beavercreek, Ohio, on October 26, 27 and 28, 2022. The Firefighter Health and Wellness Conference is the most affordab le health and wellness conference in America! This year’s speakers include Former Firefighter, Police Officer, Author, and Comedian Travis Howze, Save-a-Warrior Founder Jake Clark, FDNYDeputy Chief Frank Leeb, Retired FDNYCaptain Mike Dugan, Retired OKCFD Major Chris Fields, Dr Sara Jahnke, Dr Jeff Burgess, and more! Visit our website to view our entire lineup and purchase your tickets! https://events.brothershelpingbrothers.org/ffhw2022
FELLOWSHIP, FUN & FOOD Join us for the second annual FireFest, sponsored by Columbus Fire Fighters Local 67. The event brings togetherattendees and Columbus firefighters for a great evening of fun, music, memorable conversations and the start of new friendships. Hop a free shuttle from the Convention Center or navigate a scooter over to Station 67 for FireFest. It’s an intimate event that provides a great view of downtown Columbus while everyone unwinds. This year’s FireFest takes place on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 1800 to 2100. and is free to all attendees and exhibitors.
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SPECIALSESSION: The Fire Family Often, firefighters have two separate families: the family who is at home and the family who is at the firehouse. As lifestyles change, both families are fighting for the attention, which creates inc reased stress for all parties, including children. Join fire service veteran Todd Edwards and his wife, Kathy, as they bring their Fire Life Training program to Firehouse Expo to close out the week.
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The Louisville Fire Department would like to congratulate its most recently promoted personnel within the division. Brian O’Neill, was promoted to Fire Battalion Chief, with the rank of Major. Daniel Hogg, was promoted to Fire Apparatus Operator, with the rank of Sergeant. - Photos courtesy Louisville Division of Fire Hazards Turner, Smith to FFII
The Hazard Fire Department congratulated Anthony Turnerand Brandon Smith on theirrecent promotion to the rank of FirefighterII. - Photo courtesy of Hazard FD
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Page 30, Fire News, September/October2022 FireNews.com Hazard Visits Save the ProgramChildren Hazard Fire Department visited the “Save the Children SummerBoost Program” at Roy G. Eversole Elementary recently, to share fire prevention tips and let the kids explore the fire truck. - Photo courtesy of Hazard FD Patches
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