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A Service for Long Island Firefighters and EMS Heroes

Floral Park Mixed-Use Fire Crews arrive to flames out the roof but quell the blaze in 30 minutes.

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Fair Harbor House Fire An afternoon house fire on Fire Island is kept to one home due to a coordinated effort.

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Fully Involved in Deer Park Deer Park, North Babylon, Dix Hills, West Babylon, West Islip and Wyandanch respond.

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Motorcycle MVA in Islip A motorcyclist is found in critical condition and is airlifted from the scene.

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Whew... I’m thinking about October!

Many years ago, I worked with middle school students in a local village on Long Island. I loved my job and was dedicated to making sure my students were the best in whatever they wanted to do. Two — no three — of the proudest moments of my life were when I fought the 1995 Wildfires and realized I was supplying water to some of my former students who were meeting the flames head on. Another proud moment was when I was taking a Fire News Motley Crew shot at a drill and asked the group how many had me as a teacher. Wow, all but one of the firefighters raised their hands! Finally, a few years before my retirement, I stood in uniform with many of my former students, mourning the loss of ex-Captain Jeff Weiner who was killed in Iraq. As a teacher, you learn to care about the young adults of whose lives you are a part.

What made me have this nostalgic moment? Ironically, I thought of this when I read about the theme for Fire Prevention Week 2014.

As a teacher, I took fire prevention seriously. I made sure my students “planned to get out alive” by drawing floor plans of their homes, highlighting escape routes and locating where smoke alarms were.

One year I had students design a poster that incorporated a clever saying about the alarms. One student wrote, “If it wasn’t for the beep, you would still be asleep!” A great saying that should have become a campaign slogan.

Guess what theme the National Fire Protection Association has decided on for Fire Prevention Week 2014? “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month!” For those of you who do not know it, Fire Prevention week is October 5-11. Have you started to plan your fire prevention program? Have you thought about ordering your “giveaways" so that you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our future; the children who love what you do and want to grow up to be firefighters and EMS providers.

This year’s fire prevention theme is important. “Smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire, but they need to be working," said Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president of Outreach and Advocacy. “Unfortunately, many home fire deaths result from fires where a smoke alarm is present but does not operate. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme focuses on motivating people to test their smoke alarms each month to make sure they’re working properly.”

All of us in the fire service are teachers. Prepare yourself so you can reach out to your community to fight fires through education.

Your efforts do make a difference in saving lives. Oh, and by the way, are the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors working in your home? …Dennis

ANNOUNCEMENTS cart, full breakfast, a sleeve of balls, cocktail hour, three-hour open bar SC BURN CENTER 5TH GOLF OUTING The Suffolk Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund will hold its 5th and dinner as well as prizes and raffles.

Registration and breakfast is from 0730 to 0845. A Shotgun tee-off is Annual Guy Cassara Memorial Golf Outing Fundraiser at the Tallgrass Golf Club in Shoreham on August 5, 2014. Hole-in-one wins a 2014 at 0900 (soft spikes only!). All proceeds go to the NCBC. Make checks Ford Mustang (or equivalent). Sign in and breakfast at 0800. Shotgun payable to the NCFFCF, 80 Green Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. start at 0900. Barbecue and beverages, full buffet lunch, beer wine and MASTIC FD LADIES AUXILIARY soft drinks. Raffles, 50/50, prizes, etc. All net proceeds to SCVFBCF; $130 per person. For further information call Kevin Peterson at 631AN EVENING WITH PSYCHIC 388-2586.

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The Silverton Volunteer Fire Company is hosting a fundraiser by raffling off a 2014 Harley Davidson Street Glide Firefighters Special Edition. Only 300 tickets are being sold at $100 each (info at www.svfc29.com).Drawing on August 23, 2014. You do not need to be present to win. Contact 732-255-3244 or e-mail station29@trfire.org.

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The Mastic Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary Invites all to “An Evening With Psychic Medium Josephine Ghiringhelli,” On Saturday, September 20, 2014, from 1800 to 2100. The event will be held at the Mastic Fire Department Headquarters, 1080 Mastic Road in Mastic.

Doors will open at 1730 and deserts, coffee, tea and water will be served at 1800. Group reading by Josephine Starts at 1900 sharp! Tickets are $30 each and seating is limited — so get your tickets early!

For more information or to purchase tickets please contact: Lynn Januszkiewicz at 631-566-7274 or Christa Malone at 631-433-6991.

Raffles tickets can be purchased and will be drawn at the end of the night for a Private Reading with Josephine as well as other raffles and a 50/50.

The Suffolk County Fire County Fire Safety Educators are sponsoring a Fire Prevention and Life Safety Awareness Day at The Tanger Outlet, in Deer Park on September 6, 2014, from1000 to 1500.

This year’s Fire Prevention theme is “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month!”

An invitation is extended to all Suffolk County departments’ Fire 3RD ANNUAL ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Prevention Teams to join us for the day and provide local information CORN BEEF DINNER on their own fire prevention programs and Open House dates and times.

The 3rd Annual All-You-Can-Eat Corn Beef Dinner, sponsored by For more information, please visit our website at www.scfsea.org or the Middle Island Fire Department Fire Police Squad Co. 3 will be held e-mail: SCFiresafetyedu@gmail.com. on September 20, 2014, from 1800 to 2300 at Middle Island Fire Department HQ, 31 Arnold Drive, Middle Island. All you can eat corned NC FIREFIGHTERS BURN CENTER beef cabbage and grilled chicken, featuring Irish soda bread, beer, wine and soda, cake, ice cream, coffee etc. Age 18 and older, (21 to drink).

GOLF OUTING There will be a DJ, dancing, raffles and … fun! Prepaid only. No The Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center will hold a charity golf outing in memory of Nelson H. Finkelman, benefitting the Nassau “walk-ins” permitted; $25 per person (includes two door prize tickets).

For more info or to purchase tickets, call Mike at 631-383-1310 or eUniversity Medical Center Burn Center (NCBC) on September 15, 2014. The event will be held at the Town of Oyster Bay Golf Course in mail mifdp@gmail.com. There is limited seating and last year’s event Woodbury. Entry fee is $150 and includes greens fees, golf cart, beer sold out fast!

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Show others that you will never forget the 343 members of FDNY who bravely gave their lives on September 11, 2001. Join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation on Saturday, October 25, 2014 for the 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Kenneth P. Lavalle Stadium on the campus of Stony Brook University in New York.

Participants will climb the stairs of the stadium multiple times to total110 stories, representing the number of floors in the Twin Towers and symbolically completing the climb those fallen heroes were unable to finish. Everyone will receive a photo ID of one of the fallen heroes of September 11.

“The 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb is an opportunity for everyone in the community to show their respect and admiration for these courageous men. It also reassures the family, friends and co-workers of the fallen that these firefighters are not forgotten,” said Chief Ron Siarnicki, Executive Director of the NFFF. “The Foundation is very pleased to be working with Stony Brook University for this event and we want to be sure that each of those firefighters are represented by someone climbing the stadium.”

The fee is $35 per person. All participants should park in the Stadium Lot and enter through Gate 2. Check-in begins at 0700 and the climb begins at 0830. The proceeds help the National Fallen firefighters Foundation create and maintain programs that support fire service survivors. Support of these 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb events provides assistance to the surviving families and co-workers of the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

“Stony Brook University is proud to host the 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of the fallen firefighters,” said Elaine Crosson, Vice President, External Relations of Stony Brook University. “We honor their memories and deeply appreciate the tremendous loss their families have endured.”

For more details about the climb or to register, go to www.9-11stairclimb.com or contact Bill Hinton at 301-788-7954.

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The Mattituck Fire Department responded to Main Road for an automatic alarm late on June 20, 2014, and upon arrival were met with heavy fire in a row of stores. A victim was pulled from the burning building by first arriving responders but he was pronounced dead at the scene. For nearly four hours Mattituck and multiple surrounding departments battled the blaze which totally consumed the entire row of businesses and apartments attached in the rear. An exterior attack was called for almost immediately due to an impending collapse which did occur shortly after Ladder 8 was moved out of the collapse zone.

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Huntington Manor House Fire

The Huntington Manor Fire Department was dispatched to an early morning house fire on Engelke Avenue in Huntington Station on June 12, 2014. Using three engines and two ladders, 35 firefighters began an aggressive attack on the blaze which was controlled within 15 minutes. The Dix Hills FD assisted with RIT, while Melville stood by at Huntington Manor’s quarters. Units were under the command of Chief Fred Steenson, Jr., with operations by Assistant Chiefs Frank McQuade and Jon Hoffmann. The fire apparently began outside and spread into the attic and second floor, causing extensive damage to the home. Three sleeping occupants safely evacuated the home after they were alerted to the fire by a Huntington Town security officer that was checking Koster Park, and spotted the fire across the street.

- Fire News story by Steve Silverman, photos by Scott Dalrymple

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Quick Job in Port Washington

A fire broke out on the roof of a commercial warehouse on Harbor Park Drive in a Port Washington Industrial Park complex early on June 18, 2014. Fire companies from the Port Washington Fire Department responded to the scene and the fire was quickly brought under control.

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Basement Fire in Uniondale The Uniondale Fire Department responded to a report of smoke in the basement of a private dwelling on the morning of June 16, 2014. Companies found smoke pushing from a window in the rear on arrival. Mutual aid units from Roosevelt, Hempstead and East Meadow were also on scene.

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Quick Knockdown at East Northport Garage Fire

The East Northport Fire Department responded to a fire in an attached garage on Pulaski Road near Sixth Street, on June 27, 2014. Nearly 50 firefighters were on the scene with two engines, a ladder truck, two ambulances and fire police. Greenlawn assisted with its RIT, while an engine from Northport stood by at East Northport’s quarters. The fire was quickly contained under the command of Chief Joe Ervin and Second Assistant Chief Dan Heffernan. There were no injuries reported, and the fire is under investigation by the Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Town Fire Marshal. Suffolk Fire Rescue Coordinators were also on the scene providing assistance.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman and John Hawkins

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House Fire in Amityville

On July 3, 2014, the Amityville Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Macdonald Avenue. Safety Officer Miller was first to arrive and notified Third Assistant Chief Hegarty that there was heavy fire on the 2-3 corner on both floors and through the roof. Chief Hegarty requested mutual aid from Copiague for RIT, North Amityville for an engine and North Lindenhurst for an additional ladder. Second Assistant Chief Greey arrived and took control of the operation as first-due Engine 1-1-2 arrived and stretched two lines into the house.

Heavy fire in the attic caused conditions to deteriorate and members were pulled from the house. It took about 90 minutes to bring the fire under control with two firefighters suffering minor injuries.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Floral Park Mixed-Use Blaze

Floral Park and other departments’ crews responded to Tulip Avenue near Verbena Avenue for a building fire on June 18, 2014. Flames could be seen shooting from a peak of the building that housed stores on the street level and apartments above. The blaze was brought under control within 30 minutes with no serious injuries reported.

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Franklin Square Blaze The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department received an alarm for a reported building fire on the evening of June 16, 2014. Arriving companies found smoke pushing from a one-story taxpayer on Dogwood Avenue. Lines were stretched while truck companies opened up and searched the building. A male occupant was found in the basement of the building but the reason for his presence was unknown at the time.

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Two Days, Two Fires, Same Place

Early on June 16, 2014, the Deer Park Fire Department responded to Skidmore Road for a commercial building fire. Crews set up operation and started cutting open roll down doors and laddering the building. Deer Park had to cut the roof to locate the fire that was burning and traveling under roofing tiles.

Assisting Deer Park were North Babylon, West Islip, Bay Shore, Wyandanch and Dix Hills. Deer Park and North Babylon returned for another fire on the roof the next day.

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Halesite Battles Building Fire

The Halesite Fire Department responded to a commercial building fire on East Main Street on June 23, 2014. The two-story professional building housed doctors’ offices and medical practices. Nearly 100 firefighters from Halesite, Huntington, Huntington Manor, Centerport and Greenlawn battled the blaze using 12 pieces of apparatus. Cold Spring Harbor and Melville provided standby coverage for Halesite and Huntington. The fire was controlled in 1-1/2 hours, led by Chief Dan McConnell, First Assistant Chief Greg

Colonna and Second Assistant Chief Jamie Magerle. The blaze damaged six second floor offices, and caused smoke and water damage to parts of the building. The building was unoccupied at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported. The Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Town Fire Marshal are investigating.

Suffolk Fire-Rescue Coordinators were also on the scene providing assistance.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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1 Injured in Huntington Manor House Fire The Huntington Manor Fire Department responded to a house fire on Foxwood Drive South in Huntington Station on June 28, 2014. The rear entrance portion of the home and attic were involved. Mutual aid came from Huntington for RIT and an ambulance from Melville assisted at the scene. Greenlawn provided standby at Huntington Manor’s quarters. Fifty firefighters using eight pieces of apparatus had the fire controlled within 45 minutes, under the command of First Assistant Chief Frank McQuade and operations

by Third Assistant Chief Jon Hoffmann. One resident suffered burns to his hands and feet and head lacerations, and was transported to Huntington Hospital by the Huntington Community First Aid Squad. The Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Town Fire Marshal are investigating. Suffolk Fire Rescue Coordinators were also on the scene providing assistance.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Restaurant Fire in Baldwin Held

The Baldwin Fire Department was alerted for a building fire at the China King Chinese Restaurant on July 3, 2014. Second Assistant Chief Jazylo was first to arrive and found heavy smoke showing.

First-due Engine 203 picked up a hydrant, Ladder 206 took the front and Ladder 207 set up in the rear. Chief of Department Yanantuono requested mutual aid to the scene. The blaze was held

to the restaurant with two adjoining businesses suffering smoke and water damage. Mutual aid was provided by Hempstead Ladder 2, Freeport Ladder 218 and South Hempstead Ambulance 743A. Additional units from Freeport, South Hempstead and Rockville Centre stood by for Baldwin.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Quick Work in N. Babylon

The North Babylon Fire Company was called to a Strathmore Drive home on June 10, 2014. Engine 1-8-3 was first unit on the scene, followed by Second Assistant Chief Carleo and found smoke showing from a one-story house. A mutual aid request went out to the Babylon

Fire Department for a ladder, West Islip for an additional engine and Deer Park for RIT. The fire was located in the attic of the house and with two handlines off of 1-8-3, was knocked down and brought under control quickly.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Language Barrier Complicates Terryville Blaze

Recently, the Terryville Fire Department responded to a reported was called from Port Jefferson, Selden and the Port Jefferson structure fire within a one-story dwelling on Dean Street. Initial Volunteer Ambulance Corps. The fire was placed under control reports indicated a language barrier between the 911 operator and within 30-40 minutes from initial fire attack.

- Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault the caller. Terryville Fire Department’s Safety Officer arrived to heavy smoke pushing from the front of the residence. Assistance

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Farmingdale Smoker The Farmingdale Fire Department responded to an odor of smoke on Secatogue Avenue on July 1, 2014. A small smoldering fire was discovered and quickly extinguished.

- Fire News photos by Mike Oppedisano

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House Blaze in Bay Shore Recently, the Bay Shore Fire Department responded to a residential automatic fire alarm on Peters Boulevard. Engine 3-1-6 and Truck 3-1-4 were the first-due units with two lines stretched into operation. Chief Brian Butler was the OIC while Assistant Chief Ippolito was on the first line. The fire was contained to the 1/4 corner bedroom of the split ranch home. Brentwood’s FAST unit was mutual aided to the scene while West Islip covered Bay Shore’s HQ. PSE&G, National Gris and Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance were on scene.

- Fire News photo by Rich Stark

New Hyde Park Smoker A smokey fire at a New Hyde Park medical building on Hillside Avenue near New Hyde Park Road just after dawn on June 15, 2014, brought firefighters out from three departments. Smoke could be seen billowing from the roof on arrival and after searching the numerous offices, the blaze was located in the center section of the complex.

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House Fire in Roslyn The Roslyn Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire on Warner Avenue on the evening of June 12, 2014. A small fire was discovered on the second floor of a two-story home and promptly extinguished. Mutual aid companies assisted at the scene.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Car Fire in Farmingville On June 15, 2014, the Farmingville Fire Department responded to a car fire on the corner of Oakdale Avenue off of Granny Road in front of Tescumech Elementary School. Crews from Engine 2 and Engine 3 handled the fire with 5-18-30 Chief Ralph Gloria in charge.

- Fire News photo by Amanda Coffey

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Fire in Uniondale

A fire on Southern Parkway in Uniondale caused extensive damage to a two-story home on June 17, 2014. Firefighters arrived to heavy fire conditions on the first floor auto-exposing to the upper floor.

Lines were stretched and trucks opened up and mutual aid companies assisted at the scene.

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Small Fire in South Hempstead

The South Hempstead Fire Department transmitted a working house fire on June 9, 2014.

The fire, on the second floor of a private dwelling on Fern Street, may have been caused by an unattended candle and was quickly extinguished.

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Oceanside Blaze Damages 2 Homes The Oceanside Fire Department received multiple calls for a house fire on Mahlon Brower Drive on June 17, 2014.

First-arriving units encountered a fully involved shed to the rear of the house that had extended to the 2-3 corner of the home on both floors as well as the attic. The fire also damaged the exposure 4 side of a neighboring house but was contained to the exterior. Ladders 244 and 2442 set up in front of the house while Engine 248 picked up a hydrant across from the house and stretched multiple handlines. It took about 30 minutes to bring the fire under control with no reported injuries. Mutual aid was provided to the scene

by Rockville Centre, Freeport and Baldwin. Chief of Department W. Madden was in charge of the operation.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza and FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Manhasset-Lakeville Responds

On June 8, 2014, the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 3, 4, 5 and the Ambulance Unit were dispatched to a residence on Rose Lane in north New Hyde Park for a fire. Chief of Department Farrone (8705) was the first unit to arrive and advised responding units that he had smoke showing from a 1 ½story private dwelling. New Hyde Park responded as the FAST unit and the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office responded to the scene to investigate the cause and origin. The incident was placed under control by Chief Farrone within 30 minutes.

- Fire News story by Kirk Candan; photos by Lee Genser

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Fair Harbor House Fire

On the afternoon of June 17, 2014, the Fair Harbor Fire Department on Fire Island was alerted to a possible house fire on Keough Walk. Units arrived at a fully involved dwelling with liquid propane gas tank involvement. Fire Island firefighters from Fair Harbor, Ocean Beach and Kismet began to fight the fire but mutual aid assistance was requested from the mainland from Islip and

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Bay Shore. Islip firefighters responded with manpower on fireboat 3-4-26 while Bay Shore responded by driving over to the island and utilizing the Fire Island Ferries. Fire Island departments did a great job at containing the fire to only the one home saving neighboring homes. There were no injuries, however a dog perished.

- Fire News photos by Jared Gunst

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3 FF Injured at Massapequa Fire

On June 23, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department received a call for smoke in a house on Fox Boulevard in Massapequa. Chief of Department Keuchler was first to arrive followed by Engine 1 and Ladder 6. Firefighters found a heavy smoke condition on the exterior and interior of the home. A large amount of fire was soon found throughout the attic. Seaford Fire Department responded to the scene as FAST. Two roof cuts were made to vent and ceilings were pulled to get at the fire. Three firefighters sustained injuries, two were treated by Massapequa FD EMS personnel on scene and the third was transported to a local hospital where he was treated and released.

- Fire News photos by Ed Tuffy

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Seaford House Fire The Seaford Fire Department under the command of Chief Paul Lochner responded to a house fire on Oakdale Avenue, on June 22, 2014. The five occupants of the house were able to safely exit the house before the fire department arrived without any injuries. The fire was located in the rear of the house on the second floor deck. The fire started to extend into the house but was stopped by firefighters. Chief Lochner had requested mutual aid from Wantagh, Massapequa and North Massapequa.

- Fire News photos by Jack Healy

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House Fire in Wantagh

In the early morning hours of June 17, 2014, the Wantagh Fire Department was alerted for a house fire in the vicinity of Lynn and Briar Lanes. Nassau County Police were on the scene confirming a fire in a two-story house. Third Assistant Chief Kelly arrived to fire coming through a roof attic vent on the exposure three side. Chief of Department Jackowitz and Second Assistant Chief Gross arrived, followed by Engine 692 and Ladder 6912.

Additional crews stretched lines, while the crew from Ladder 6911 did searches along with the crew from 6912. The fire was quickly knocked down and contained to the attic of the home with no reported injuries. Levittown Fire Department was requested to the scene with a FAST unit.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Solar Panel Arrays a Challenge

By Bob Delagi, 3rd Division Director, Suffolk County Fire & EMS Safety Officers Association The use of alternate energy sources to decrease reliance on fossil fuels, coupled with renewed interest in environmental protection and the quest for lower energy costs, has led to an increase use of solar panel systems (SPS) on private dwelling and commercial structure rooftops. Structural fires in occupancies with solar panels, once considered a rare occurrence in the fire service industry, are fast becoming commonplace, and present unique decision-making challenges to incident commanders and their safety officers.

There are three types of encounters firefighters may face: fire within a structure with a SPS; fire where the SPS is the point of origin; and external exposure-communicated fire to a building with a SPS. While electrical hazards/electrical shocks have always been a threat to firefighters, the hazards associated with a SPS are unique and require a change in operational tactics with increased emphasis on firefighter safety.

Challenges to the command staff include: changes in the structural integrity of the roof with increased collapse potential due to excess weight on a fire-weakened building; altering firefighting strategies due to inability to vertically ventilate over the fire, which changes

fire behavior and fire conditions inside the structure; and slip-trip-fall hazards on the rooftop, along with limited footing space, requiring the use of roof ladders by smaller ventilation crews. Searching for fire extension requires careful and methodical execution as dangerous electrical conduits and piping systems occupy attic space, and there is an increased inhalation exposure to cadmium telluride, phosphorous and/or gallium arsenide, all known carcinogens or neurotoxins.

There are two basic types of SPS, each with their panels facing the sun. These panels, commonly called arrays, pose significant hazards to firefighters. Thermal systems harness the sun's rays converting sunlight into thermal energy (heat), and contain hot water mixed with anti-freezing chemicals, and circulating pumps that move product through the closed system. Photovoltaic systems convert the sun's rays into electrical energy, and are always energized, and all components are always live.

While there are no moving parts, electricity is stored in large batteries located in other portions of the structure. Both systems have dangerous conduit running throughout the structure that can present hazards to firefighters if breached. Thermal systems present risks associated with hot fluid scald burns and photovoltaic systems present risks associated with electrical shock, and exposure to battery acids.

It is important to note that the routine meter pulling by firefighters or electrical system cutoff commonly performed by the public power company during routine firefighting operations does not de-energize a photovoltaic system.

Safety officers should be aware that the presence of solar powered systems affect several of Brunicini's Evaluation Factors. Overall risk is elevated due to changes in fire behavior/fire stage development, heat levels/smoke conditions, structural stability, fire load, interior arrangements, and aggressiveness of attack.

Preplanning for, and pre-identification of, occupancies with type-specific SPS in your response area provides a distinct advantage when communicated to responding units by dispatch. Upon arrival, Safety Officers should look for the presence of a rooftop SPS and immediately convey this information to the Incident Commander so that alternate firefighting tactics can be considered. Keys to enhancing firefighter safety include: recognition of the increased hazard potential; increased potential for structural collapse; increase in rapidly deteriorating interior conditions; limit rooftop operations depending on size of the array; never touch or break solar panels; consideration of a class-C extinguishing agent; and use of SCBA during overhaul operations.

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Boat Fire in Wantagh

Late on June 27, 2014, the Wantagh Fire Department took numerous calls for a boat fire in a canal on Beverly Road near Hempstead Lane. First arriving units encountered a docked boat with a fire in the cabin. First-due Engine 695 stretched two lines, one a foam line. The crew from Ladder 6911 opened the boat. It took about 30 minutes to contain the fire and bring it under control.

Chief of Department Jackowitz was in charge of the scene.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Car Fire on SSP

The North Amityville and East Farmingdale Fire Companies alert- was used from 1-7-1 to extinguish the fire with crew from East ed for a car fire on the eastbound Southern State Parkway on the Farmingdale Engine 1-5-1 in about 15 minutes. North Amityville district borders near Route 110 Exit 32. Engine 1-7-1 arrived first Third Assistant Chief B. Benloss was in charge of the scene.

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House Fire in Amityville

On July 3, 2014, the Amityville Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Macdonald Avenue. Safety Officer Miller was first to arrive and notified Third Assistant Chief Hegarty that there was heavy fire on the 2-3 corner on both floors and through the roof.

Chief Hegarty requested mutual aid to the scene fromCopiague for RIT, North Amityville for an engine and North Lindenhurst for an additional ladder. Second Assistant Chief Greey arrived and took control of the operation as first-due Engine 1-1-2 stretched two lines into the house. Heavy fire in the attic caused conditions to deteriorate and members were pulled. It took about 90 minutes to bring the fire under control with two firefighters suffering minor injuries.

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Bill To Protect Emergency Responders From Hackers

On March 10, 2014, Congressmen, Steve Israel (D NY) and Peter King (R NY) were guests at the Melville Fire Department Headquarters to announce a bill to protect emergency first responder radios from radio jamming -- the deliberate disruption of radio signals. Both were contacted by ex-Chief Michael Carrieri in December 2013, after months of having their radios intermittently obstructed by an individual, before they were able to catch him with the help of the Suffolk County Police

Department and the Federal Communications Commission.

The current federal law classifies intentional radio jamming of emergency responders' radios merely as a civil offence, meaning that the individual can only face a fine and is not subject to jail time. The legislation the congressmen introduced would make the act a criminal offence punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine plus the existing civil penalties.

- Fire New photo by Tom Pesce

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2 Injured in CI House Fire

On the early morning of July 4, 2014, the Central Islip Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Irving Street. Shortly after units arrived, a working fire was found in a second floor bedroom on the number four side. With 2nd Assistant Chief Larry Parada in command, mutual aid was requested from

Islip Terrace for RIT. Engine 3-7-3 stretched two handlines and extinguished the fire in short order. Two female occupants were transported to the hospital by Islip Terrace's 3-6-16. Additionally, a firefighter was treated on scene for an injury but not transported.

- Fire News photo by Rich Stark

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House Fire on Merrick Road

On July 6, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department received numerous calls for a house fire on Merrick Road. First and Second Assistant Chiefs Beneville and Stansberry were the first to arrive to find the exposure 4 side of the house on fire and a neighbor with a garden hose. Engine 6311 was first due and followed quickly by Ladder 632, Engine 635 and Ladder 636. Two lines were stretched and members made entry into the house to check for extension and search the house. During searches, one dog was removed uninjured. Chief of Department Keuchler was in charge of the scene.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Well, the Extinguishing System Worked

The fire extinguishment system at a Syosset gas station activated on July 6, 2014, covering cars and other vehicles with white powder and exposing several customers and workers to the dry chemical substance.

Syosset firefighters and Nassau County EMS personnel treated those exposed to the powder and units stood by as a precaution until the arrival of the County Hazardous Materials Unit.

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Shed Fire in Mastic On June 28, 2014, the Mastic Fire Department received a call for a shed fire on Patchogue Avenue in Mastic. Chief Rudy Sunderman was first on scene and reported a shed fire to the rear of the home. The first unit to arrive was 5-12-2, which knocked down the fire. Mastic Ambulance was on scene.

- Fire News photo by Jim Rugen

Halesite Car Fire Halesite Firefighters responded to a working car fire on Kanes Lane on June 23, 2014. A total of 22 members from the department responded under the command of Chief Dan McConnell and 2nd Assistant Chief Jamie Magerle. The fire was brought under control in several minutes. The driver was able to safely evacuate and no injuries were reported.

- Fire News photo courtesy Kate Kuntz, PIO

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House Fire in Deer Park On July 8, 2014, the Deer Park Fire Department under the command of 1-4-32 Chief Phil Scarfi responded to multiple calls of a working house fire on Cayuga Avenue.

On arrival Deer Park found a fully involved detached garage and heavy fire coming from the back of a two-story house.

Assisting Deer Park were North Babylon, Dix Hills, West Babylon, West Islip and Wyandanch.

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Safety Program Create Awareness This month’s Safety Tip is about committees.

Safety committees. How many fire departments and ambulance companies have them? Not many.

Why have safety committee meetings? Well, for one, we have parade and carnival committee meetings, benevolent committee meetings, recreation committee meetings, training committee meetings, etc., etc. So, why not have a safety committee meeting? I wrote about safety committee meetings in a previous article and I don’t want to repeat myself, but I have been asked to add more regarding this subject.

According to people like Heidi Cardinas, an EHow contributor at www.ehow.com, safety committee meetings are a tactic that fire departments and ambulance companies may use to raise the level of awareness regarding incident scene safety.

One can personalize these meetings and the topics covered according to the hazards encountered by individual departments. Safety meetings can be handled by chiefs, officers and/or safety officers, or outside companies can be hired to facilitate the meetings and keep records.

A representative from senior fire staff should be present at each safety meeting. It is important to hear from the members as to what their concerns are and the solutions they may have. These should be conveyed to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and the chief for proper consideration.

Here are several points highlighted from the eHow article: Set up a meeting time and date and communicate it to the membership. Setting a consistent, recurring day and time may help members to plan around the safety meetings.

Research safety meeting topics. Prepare a brief overview of a selected topic.

Document attendance by having each attendee sign an attendance sheet. The presenter should also write the topic covered on the attendance sheet.

Put attendance sheets into a three-ring binder.

Add each week’s attendance sheet into the binder.

Have firefighters come to the meeting with their worst safety issues. Address these worst issues as a group.

Have guest speakers participate in safety meetings. Occupational health providers, other firefighters or paramedics, first aid trainers, safety consultants and workers’ compensation insurance vendors all have some vested interest in your fire and ambulance company’s safety record and have a lot of valuable information to share. Members who have been involved in accidents or near-misses also have a lot of good input to bring to safety meetings.

The safety officer cannot create a safe work environment without the cooperation of every member of the fire and ambulance company.

Regular meetings of the safety committee can help the safety officer suggest new policies to the chief, procedures and training to improve the fire or ambulance company’s safety record and remind member to do their part. All suggestions should be in writing.

Regardless of size, safety committees should meet monthly or quarterly to discuss recent accidents and injuries and safety issues, and to review the company’s overall safety record. Data and reports about safety measures should be available to gauge the status of current initiatives and the results of improvement efforts.

Safety committees can celebrate safety successes and reward and recognize safety efforts of firefighters and officers. Recognize safety suggestions that have been implemented and produced results, reward good safety records with small tokens of appreciation, and publish information about the most improved areas of the company in the company newsletter.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) is a federal law designed to, “assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women.” OSHA administers and enforces the OSH Act and encourages employers to, “conduct regular safety and health meetings involving employees, managers, and supervisors.” Safety and health meetings can be conducted by human resources, managers, supervisors or employees, but they are most effective when administered by a safety committee.

“Safety awareness programs create awareness of hazards and dangers, reduce near misses and accidents, reduce firefighters’ compensation and insurance costs and educate officers and firefighters about safety issues. Safety incentives and safety meetings are essential to successful safety awareness programs. Safety incentives reward employees for following safety policies and procedures and not having accidents. Safety meetings focus attention on safety through consistent communication and shared action. Making safety meetings fun is not only productive, but an important factor in keeping everyone's attention on safety.”

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

1 Dead in Sound Plane Crash A small plane crashed into Long Island Sound about seven miles north of Mattituck Inlet on July 7, 2014. One person was killed and recovered.

- Fire News photos by Edmund J Coppa

Hagerman Responds to Plane Crash

On June 17, 2014, the Hagerman Fire Department responded to a plane crash on Camille Lane. The small aircraft, hit the top of trees and crashed into the backyard of a home, where it burst into flames.

Firefighters from Hagerman immediately responded to the scene and controlled a blaze that incinerated the plane and the backyard. The home also sustained fire damage, however the flames were quickly knocked down, preventing the destruction of the structure. Mutual aid was provided by fire departments from Brookhaven, North Patchogue, Bellport and Medford. The scene was turned over to the Suffolk County Police Department and the FAA for an investigation.

-Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

Overturn in Valley Stream At least one person was injured after an SUV overturned on Satterie Avenue near East Jamaica Avenue in Valley Stream early on June 18, 2014. Valley Stream firefighters were on the scene and an injured person was transported by county ambulance to a local hospital.

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5 Injured in Medford School Bus MVA On June 19, 2014, the Medford Fire Department and Medford Volunteer Ambulance were activated for a reported motor vehicle accident with an occupied school bus. Units arrived to find a minivan and a school bus. The driver of the bus, along with four students, were transported. There were 15 other children on the bus that refused medical attention. Mutual aid was requested from Mastic Ambulance, South Country Ambulance and Yaphank Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by David Rubin

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Multiple Victims in Brentwood MVA On June 15, 2014, the Brentwood Fire Department responded to motor vehicle accident with reported entrapment at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Expressway Drive North. Upon arrival command found a two-vehicle accident with one patient pinned. Support was provided by Brentwood Legion Ambulance Corp and Smithtown Ambulance for EMS to the scene. The patient was extricated and multiple victims were transported to nearby medical centers for their injuries.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

West Hempstead MVA Two people were injured when a SUV and tractor trailer collided on Hempstead Avenue and Maple Street in West Hempstead on June 9, 2014.

Lakeview firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the scene and transported the injured to an area hospital.

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2 Injured in Malverne MVA At least two people were injured in a motor vehicle accident on Hempstead Avenue in Malverne on June 23, 2014. A small sedan left the roadway and smashed head-on into a utility pole. Malverne firefighters and Malverne Ambulance Corp personnel were on the scene to transport the injured to local hospitals.

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Islip MC MVA On May 30, 2014, the Islip Fire Department was alerted to the intersection of Islip Avenue and Tamarack Street for a report of a motorcycle accident. Islip units arrived to find a motorcyclist with critical injuries including a foot amputation. Suffolk County Police Aviation was requested for a medevac from an LZ at East Islip High School. Ambulance 34-6 transported the patient to the landing zone where he was transferred into the care of the flight medic and into the helicopter for transport. A second patient was also transported from the scene to Southside Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Jared Gunst

4 Injured in Baldwin MVA Four people were injured, one seriously, after an SUV slammed into a tree on Grand Avenue, just north of DeMott Avenue, in Baldwin early on June 15, 2014. The front seat passenger had to be cut from the car by Baldwin firefighters and County ESU units. All four occupants were transported to area hospitals with the assistance of mutual aid ambulance.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Farmingville MVA On May 31, 2014, the Farmingville Fire Department was activated for a motor vehicle accident on North Ocean Avenue in front of the K-Mart shopping center. Upon arrival, commanding chiefs found a twovehicle accident with one driver trapped. Mutual aid was requested from the Medford Volunteer Ambulance Company. The driver was extricated and transported.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Car Into House in Lakeland On April 14, 2014, the Lakeland Fire Department was activated for an MVA of a vehicle into a house on Ocean Avenue. The woman driving lost control of her car, swerved into oncoming traffic, then into the home. The driver was self extricated and treated for minor injuries.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Hot Wheels in Medford Recently, the Medford Fire Department responded to a tractor-trailer fire on Express Drive South at Route 112. Units arrived to find the tires on the rear end of the trailer on fire. Multiple lines were stretched and the fire was extinguished without any damage to the cab.

- Fire News photo by David Rubin

Manorville MVA On June 30, 2014, the Manorville Fire Department and Manorville Ambulance responded to an overturn on County Road 111 south of Hot Water Street.

Hydraulic tools were used to extricate the driver who was transported to a local hospital by Manorville Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by David Rubin

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N. Babylon MVA

On June 7, 2014, North Babylon Fire Company responded to a MVA on Deer Park Avenue and Garnet Street. A Ford pickup and a Mercedes Benz collided which sent the pickup into the fence of a sump. North Babylon had to remove the roof and driver’s side door for extrication. Both were transported to a medical facility.

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MVA in Massapequa

On June 22, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department responded to an MVA at the intersection of Merrick Road and Seaford Avenue.

Nassau County Police Ambulance transported one and MFD 6310 transported one to local hospitals. - Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy

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Northport Marine Emergency Training

Now that boating season and summer fun is underway, the Marine Rescue Division of the Northport Volunteer Fire Department is continuing its training. Under the direction of Coordinator Todd Thonger and Rescue Squad Captain Bill Engellis, on June 22 and June 23, 2014, members were out in the ocean and in the harbor

conducting drills on extricating injured victims from the water as well as working on treating medical emergencies aboard boats.

Junior Firefighters “The Smokeaters� acted as victims for the EMTs during the simulation and were allowed to participate in the training.

- Fire News photo by John Mancino

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Firehouse Kitchen

By Firefighter Ray About a half hour drive from the city of Springfield, Massachusetts, is the beautiful suburb of Longmeadow, Massachusetts. I had the pleasure of cooking with two of Longmeadow’s bravest, Firefighter Carl Zinack and Firefighter Andy Mark.

Unlike most of the firefighters I meet on Firehouse Kitchen, who greet me with a smile, Firefighter Zinack looked at me with a straight face and said, “Who are you? What are you doing here? What the heck is Firehouse Kitchen?” The film crew and I looked at each other in disbelief. We just drove four hours from New York to cook with these Massachusetts fireman. Were we at the wrong house? No, this was just another joke by a fireman. Firefighter Zinack went from straight face to a big smile and a laugh and said, “I’m just messing with you guys. The kitchen is ready and it's time for us Longmeadow firemen to become TV stars.”

The dish that the two firemen put together was called Sunshine Chicken and it was delicious. In the firehouse, chicken is a common staple for all meals because it is inexpensive and easy to make for a large group of hungry firefighters. We welcome any and all recipes for preparing chicken to keep it fresh and different from meal to meal. One important fact about the recipe, said Firefighter Zinack, is that it can be stopped in the middle of cooking in case of a call and reheats nicely if interrupted during mealtime, something that frequently happens in the firehouse. The meal was accompanied by a side of baked carrots, red potatoes and asparagus and followed by strawberries over angel cake for dessert.

This firehouse was one of three different firehouses in the Massachusetts area that I visited and cooked at. Their love for the fire department, the brotherhood of the crews and the camaraderie in the kitchen reminded me of my days in the FDNY. If you ever have the chance to visit the Longmeadow area, stop in and say Firefighter Ray sent you!

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Sunshine Chicken 3 lbs Chicken Breast 1/2 cup Orange Juice 1/2 cup Lemon Juice 2 Chicken Bouillon Cubes Teaspoon of crushed red pepper Teaspoon of oregano Tablespoon of crushed garlic Thinly slice chicken breast.

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Dessert Mix one cup of strawberries with a 1/4 cup of sugar. Let sit for 1/2 hour. Sugar will draw moisture from strawberries creating a syrup. Pour over a angel cake, top it with whipped cream and enjoy.

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2nd 3rd and 4th Battalion Drill June 27, 2014

Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 5th

Team Points Malverne 31 Rockville Centre 26 Freeport-Nighthawks 21 Freeport-Wide Awakes 20 Lakeview 15 Baldwin 15

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Brookhaven Town Drill June 20, 2014

Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

Team Farmingville Riverhead Selden Miller Place Rocky Point

Points 42 38 28 24 14

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5th Battalion Drill June 21, 2014 Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 5th

Team Oyster Bay Roslyn Bayville Sea Cliff Syosset East Norwich

Points 33 24 16 15 10 10

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Selden Invitational Drill June 28, 2014 Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 5th

Team Central Islip West Sayville West Hempstead North Lindenhurst Islip Copiague

Points 32 27 14 11 9 9

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Miller Place/Rocky Point Old Fashioned Drill Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

June 14, 2014 Team Miller Place Bellmore Malverne Amityville Rocky Point

Points 31 23 20 17 14

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Up Close & Personal Massapequa Fire Department ex-Chiefs Mike Gange, Steve Zimmerman and Tom Pendergast at a Merrick Road house fire.

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Lieutenant Dan Coffey and ex-Chief Ronnie Magagna of the Farmingville Fire Department operating the pump panel at a recent training.

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Wedding Bells

Congratulations to Christian and Gina-Marie Prado. Their wedding was very special because the wedding party consisted of South Country Ambulance members and illustrated how South Country is truly a family-based department. The greatest moment of our wedding was when I saw my bride being walked down the aisle by no other than Chief Gregory Miglino. Our wedding showed a perfect example of how a fire department or ambulance corp can truly come together and become a family.

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Up Close & Personal

Holtsville firefighters (left to right): Captain Adam Sclafani, 1st Lieutenant Doug Costello, and 2nd Lieutenant Eric Vesely.

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Massapequa Fire Department EMS personnel on the job at a working fire.

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Sea Cliff Fire Department Installation The Sea Cliff Fire Department’s annual installation dinner on May 9, 2014, opened with a welcome by dinner Chairman Ernest Ar. Longobucco, Sr., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by young Emma van Sanvoord, niece of the incoming chief Longobucco. A moment of silence followed for departed members, and Chaplain Rev. Watkins of Sea Cliff Methodist Church led the Invocation. Ernest Longobucco then introduced emcee John Canning who introducied the evening’s distinguished guests.

Sea Cliff Mayor Bruce Kennedy then installed Chief Ernest Ar. Longobucco, 1st Assistant Chief Mark Vitale and 2nd Assistant Chief Michael Hallquest followed by the installation of the company officers.

Company officers are Enterprise Hose Company, Captain William Koopmann, and 1st Lieutenant Thomas Santosus; Engine & Hose Company, Captain Matthew Sherman and 1st Lieutenant Bobby Citko; Hook & Ladder Company #1, Captain John Ciampi III, 1st Lieutenant C.J. Montesano and 2nd Lieutenant Brian O’Donnell; Fire Police Captain Warren Griffin and 1st Lieutenant James L. Martin.

Congratulations to all those installed and all those awarded for their service.

- Fire News photos by Carol Griffin

St. James Annual Installation Dinner

(Left):New Chief of the Department Mike Grayson is sworn in with his family standing alongside.

Congratulations to Chief Grayson, 1st Assistant Chief Liam Carroll, 2nd Assistant Chief Edward Springer, Jr., and 3rd Assistant Chief Ryan Davis as well as all the officers, firefighters and the awardees of the St. James Fire Department.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Peterson

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Huckleberry Frolic

The East Rockaway Juniors at the 45th Huckleberry Frolic parade in East Rockaway on June 7, 2014.

- Fire News photo by Steve Takacs

Greenport Installation

The Greenport Fire Department swore in their new chiefs. Chief Harry R. Brees II, 1st Assistant Chief Wayne D. Miller and 2nd Assistant Chief Jeffrey I. Weingart were sworn in by Mayor David Nyce.

- Fire News photo by Myron Goldstein

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Dix Hills 66th Annual Installation

The Dix Hills Fire Department held their 66th Annual Installation Dinner on June 13, 2014, at The Larkfield. The chiefs and commissioners were introduced, and Chief Bill Stio and Board Chairman Mike Plumitallo thanked the membership for their countless hours of selfless dedication in serving and protecting the Dix Hills community, and to the families for their support and sacrifices.

The Top Five Fire Responder Awards were presented to Commissioner Robert Commisso, Robert Rosciano, Captain Joseph Williamson, Matthew Antretter and Justin Schneps. The Top Five Rescue Responders were Eytan Pick, Captain Joseph Williamson, Krista Marzano, Antonio Villanueva, and Michael Englander.

Length of service awards were presented to Margaret Mezzacapo and

Lt. Kris Tillis with 20 years; Charles Feld and Fred Weeks with 25 years; ex-Chief and Commissioner Larry Feld, Dave Winthrop, Chief Bill Stio, Frank Rosciano and ex-Chief Gerard Rosciano with 30 years; ex-Chief Ron Gatto with 35 years; Mike Batkiewicz with 40 years; exCaptain Richard Molinelli and ex-Chief Richard Sorrentino with 45 years; and ex-Chief Ray Mahdesian with 55 years.

The Alan Cornfeld Rescue Person of the Year Award was presented to Jessica Mattes, and the Terry Farrell Firefighter of the Year Award presented to Terence Vierling.

The assistant chiefs presented Chief Stio with the Golden Retread Award. Stio previously served as Chief of the Department from 20052006.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Cold Spring Harbor Holds 162nd Installation

The Cold Spring Harbor Fire Department celebrated their 162nd Annual Installation of Officers on June 7, 2014. The following officers were installed for 2014 by Huntington Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia: Chief Robert Hahn, First Assistant Chief Peter Como, and Second Assistant Chief Daniel Froehlich. This is Chief Hahn’s second time as chief, having first held the position from 1978-1980.

Also installed were Captain Justin Armbruster; First Lieutenant Stephen Fitts; Second Lieutenant William Tremblay, Jr.; Rescue Squad Captain Barry Goldberg; Fire Police

Captain Salvatore Spina; Fire Police Lieutenant Robert DeMoustes, Sr.; President Louis England; Vice President James Felton, Jr.; Secretary Robert Thorton; Treasurer Ralph Nichols; and Chaplain Robert Wilson.

Length of service awards were presented to Maxim Karafian for 75 years; ex-Chief Robert DeMoustes, Sr., for 60 years; and Chief Robert Hahn for 50 years. Karafian and DeMoustes received awards and proclamations from public officials for their many years of dedicated service.

Outgoing Chief Chris Ingwersen was recognized for his outstanding service for the past four

years. He was presented with his chief’s helmet and a plaque depicting the badges of office he has held.

The Roy Peckham Award for All Around Achievement was presented to Judy Hogan. The Firefighter of the Year Award was presented to Dan Martin, and Rescue Person of the Year Award went to Travis Beach. The Most Improved Firefighter Award was presented to Liam O’Mara, with Kyle Bossio receiving the Most Improved Rescuer Award. The Chief’s Award was given to Tim Riehl.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Locust Valley Annual Installation and Awards Dinner

The Locust Valley Fire Department held its 121st Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Dinner at the historic Milleridge Inn Cottage in Jericho, on May 10, 2014. The chiefs are: Chief Brian Nolan, First Assistant Peter Greenfield, 2nd Assistant Chief Kevin Barry, and 3rd Assistant Chief Andrew Akapnitis. Ex-Chief George “Pete� Turner, Sr., swore in the elected chiefs before a packed house of firefighters, their families, neighboring chiefs and local and state politicians.

Several members were honored for their years of service: Captain Ivan Segura (15 years); ex-Captain James Neumeyer and ex-Captain Augie Gallo (20 years); ex-Captain Chris Pellici (30 years); ex-Captain Jeff Converse (40 years); ex-Chief Jim Bonislawski (45 years); and Honorary Chief Iver Roslund (75 years).

EMS Provider of the Year went to Captain Lynn Ramskill, who

recently retired as a nurse at Nassau County Medical Center. Top Responder Award and the Jack Turner Fireman of the Year award was presented to firefighter and EMT Steve Lane. The Ex-Captains Awards were presented to ex-Captain Steve Kelly (Hose Company), ex-Captain Meredith Kassner (EMR Company) and ex-Captain Peter Olson (Engine Company No. 1).

Chief Brian Nolan thanked the department members for their service and dedication for the past year. Chaplain Kolakowski closed the dinner with the benediction and one of his signature jokes. As always, all the members and their guests had a great time.

- Fire News article by Dr. Peter W. Olson, Locust Valley Fire District Commissioner; photos by Laura Hallquest of Love Laura Photography

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Suffolk FRES Coordinators Training

The Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services recently conducted a Fire Coordinator in-service training session at FRES headquarters in Yaphank. Suffolk FRES Deputy Commissioner John Jordan welcomed the Coordinators, who represent all 10 fire divisions and special operations. The training involved several break-out sessions, which covered a variety of key topics including an overview of the Emergency Operations Center; a tour of the Communications Room and orientation on FRES dispatch, paging and notification procedures; an EMS and Mass Casualty Incident session; and concluded with an overview of the Mobile Command Units, Major Emergency Response Vehicle (MERV), Decon Unit, USAR and Hazmat equipment.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Lynbrook Installation and Dinner

The Lynbrook Fire Department held their annual Installation and Dinner Dance on May 9, 2014, at the Jericho Terrace. Ex-Chief Edward Hynes was honored, as were four members of the department who had achieved 50 years of service, as well as and two who had served for 25 years. Firefighter Michael Kenny was honored as Firefighter of the Year for saving the life of an infant aboard a recent plane flight. Chief Michael Anderson, and Assistant Chiefs James McDermott, John Chavatte, and Carl Lengel were officially sworn in by Lynbrook Mayor William Hendrick.

- Fire News photos by Steve Grogan

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Uniondale Hosts 7th Bn. Chief’s Council On May 16, 2014, the Uniondale Fire Department hosted the 7th Battalion Chief’s Council. (Left to right): ex-Chief William D’lessandro sergeant-at-arms from West Hempstead Fire Department; ex-Chief Mervyn Cambell president, from Uniondale FD (Mervyn is also the President of the Nassau County Chiefs Council); ex-Chief Jimmy Prince, corresponding secretary from Elmont FD; ex-Chief Tony Pluto, treasurer from Hempstead FD; and ex-Chief George Leonard past president from Uniondale who swore in the members. Not pictured is ex-Chief Ken Doerrbecker, secretary from Franklin Square FD. - Fire News courtesy of Bill D’Allessandro

Thanks For the Hard Work Newly elected president ex-Chief Mervyn Cambell presented outgoing president ex-Chief Don Spatz with a gift for all the hard work he did as president.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Allessandro

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Wantagh Presentation (Left to right): Jerry Presta FASNY Youth in the Fire Service, Michael Reid FASNY Director, James McCarron, Jr., Wantagh Explorer Post 690 Captain, James McCarron, Sr., Elmont 40 Year Member.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Jerry Presta

Massapequa’s Batt Sworn In On June 9, 2014, Commissioner Mike Mazzola swore in newly elected Massapequa Fire Department 3rd Assistant Chief Dave Batt.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy

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Safety Day in Oyster Bay Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto (right), Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson (back row second from left), Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia (back row fourth from left), New York State Assemblyman Joseph Saladino (left) and Nassau County Legislator Michael Venditto (front row second from left) recently joined with Town of Oyster Bay residents and firefighters from the North Massapequa Fire Department for the Town of Oyster Bay's Children's Festival and Safety day. This popular event featured many enjoyable activities for children, as well as safety-related demonstrations. The North Massapequa Fire Department, under the direction of Chief of Department Kevin B. Mauro (back row third from right), demonstrated techniques used on vehicle extrication to the public and shared many other important safety and fire prevention information with those in attendance. Other fire department members on hand included Ex-Chief Richard Erickson (back row third from left) and Firefighter Marc Timpano (front row left).

Displays were also given by Nassau County Police Aviation, the Nassau County Mounted Police, the Nassau County Police K-9 Unit, Nassau County Police Special Ops, the Nassau County Police Motorcycle Unit, the Nassau County Police POP Unit, the Nassau County Police Squad, the New York State Police and the U.S. Coast Guard.

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH Farmingville Junior Bandits Drill Team.

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH Firefighters from the Brentwood Fire Department.

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH Lt Darran M. Handshaw from the Sound Beach Fire Department, FF Daniel G. Handshaw from Miller Place and ex-Capt Robert J. Graf from Nesconset in front of Coram Ladder 1 before the 4th of July Parade in Port Jefferson.

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GORDON HEIGHTS FD RECEIVES AFGP AWARD The Gordon Heights Fire District has received an $82,000 AFGP FEMA Fire Grant Award for the installation of a diesel exhaust system. The application was prepared in December of 2013 by Williston Park based JSK, Inc.(The Grant-Guys).

“This award will cover the full purchase price of the equipment including installation and warranty” said Tom Devaney, Director of Operations at JSK. “Diesel exhaust systems are one of the few items allowed under the AFGP Building Modification category; others being alarms,

sprinklers and generators,” said Devaney. “Diesel exhaust has been proven to cause cancer and reduces the life of turnout gear according to published reports,” he concluded.

This was the first application prepared by JSK for Gordon Heights and their third award since using JSK beginning in 2013.

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Police Surgeons Host Benefit Car Show

The Police Surgeons Benevolent Association Car Show was held under sunny skies on June 1, 2014, at St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington. Vintage and classic cars, muscle cars, trucks and antiques were on display. The show was sponsored by the Centurion Cruisers Car Club, and held in the memory of Suffolk County Police Officer Glen Ciano. The Commack Fire Department had their antique 1921 Ford Model T and 1978 Brush truck at the show.

Some of the classic police vehicles featured included Car 54, an

early 1960s Plymouth from a popular TV series. The car was actually painted red so it would show up in the proper color when the show was filmed in black and white. Also displayed was the Starsky and Hutch red Gran Torino as well as Nassau County and NYPD vintage patrol cars from the 1950s though the 1970s. Nassau and Suffolk Police had several modern ESU trucks and cars on display as well.

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Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund Acknowledges Staff, Celebrates Patients The members of the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund honored the hard work, skill and devotion of the staff of the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center at Stony Brook Medicine at the Annual Burn Center Recognition Day on May 18, 2014. The day also celebrated and acknowledged the patients who were treated at the Center and so bravely overcame their life-altering injuries.

“Since the beginning of the burn center more than 30 years ago, it has been a community effort and has taken much collaboration among our elected officials, volunteer firefighters, the late Dr. Harry Soroff, Dr. Steven Sandoval, members of the Stony Brook leadership team along with faculty and staff to get to where we are today,” said L. Reuven Pasternak, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Stony Brook University Hospital, and Vice President for Health Systems, Stony Brook Medicine.

“As part of Burn Recognition Day it gives me great pleasure to thank our nursing staff for their dedication, skills and most of all compassion for our patients and families,” said Pasternak. “It is their compassionate care that keeps the spirits of our patients lifted, even when facing the complex, and sometimes painful challenges of burn wounds.”

The Burn Nurse of the Year award was presented to Shanelle Farquharson, RN, Stony Brook University Hospital, a dedicated nurse with over five years of experience, who has worked at the Burn Center since the beginning of her nursing career. “Shanelle Farquharson has a passion for nursing and caring for her patients,” said Desiree Fedrich, MS, RN, Nurse Manager, Stony Brook University Hospital, Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center. “Her holistic approach is one that is appreciated by her patients and colleagues. The genuine care Ms. Farquharson provides to her patients is unsurpassed. She is truly a valued part of the Burn Center Team.”

Jean Thomas, Nursing Station Clerk, Stony Brook University Hospital, who has been with the Burn Center for more than nine years, was named Ancillary Staff of the Year. “Ms. Thomas was the heart and soul of our Burn Center relocation earlier this year, she assured everything had a place and that it was the right place,” Fedrich said. “Ms. Thomas enhances the patient experience with her cheerful demeanor and her colleagues always look forward to the start of her shift. Ms. Thomas eagerly participates in community outreach helping with the Hazard House, Spark the Fire Dog and actively volunteers at events to support the Burn Center.”

Kathleen Grant, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Director Occupational Therapy, Stony Brook University Hospital, received Care Provider of

the Year. The award is given in honor of Guy Cassera, a Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant at the Burn Center who passed away six years ago. “Ms. Grant has been a valued employee of Stony Brook Hospital for many years,” Fedrich said. “Ms. Grant is our go-to OT for all of our burn patients. She provides our patients with the utmost special care, ensuring the best chance at optimal functioning post injury.”

Kevin Peterson of St. James, a member of the St. James Fire Department and a Fire Marshal with the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services, received the Robert Lyons Award, which is given to community members in recognition of their selfless contribution to the Burn Center. “Kevin gives so much to the community, whether it’s planning the annual golf outing, making ‘boo-boo bears’ with his children to give out to pediatric burn patients or visiting fellow firefighters in the hospital,” said John Lussa, President of the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters. “He is a great asset to the organization. We were honored to give him this award.”

Marcia Simon, PhD, Director of the Living Skin Bank, spoke about short- and long-term burn therapies. Steven Sandoval, MD, Medical Director of the Burn Center, discussed current burn research.

In addition, numerous organizations and individuals were acknowledged for their ongoing support and contributions to the Burn Center. New York State Senator Kenneth P. LaValle (R-Port Jefferson) thanked the volunteer firefighters and the Burn Center staff for their commitment to caring for burn patients throughout Suffolk County.

“I am honored to take part in recognizing the incredible staff of the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center, who dedicate their time to caring for many of our county's bravest,” said Senator Ken LaValle.

“The Burn Center has proven to be an invaluable facility for the treatment of burn injuries throughout Suffolk County.”

In 1978, the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund (SCVFBCF) formed to support their mission of helping burn

victims, both civilians and firefighters, through research, education, leadership, prevention, and funding. Over the years they have purchased specialized equipment, specialized beds and burn garments, and supported rehabilitation with programs and equipment at Stony Brook University Hospital. They also support special clinical and research initiatives, and aid in community educational seminars.

“Overall, Burn Center Recognition Day was a fantastic day,” Lussa said. “It was a great opportunity to recognize the people who support us throughout the year.”

As the only designated burn care facility for the more than 1.5 million residents of Suffolk County, the Burn Center coordinates burn services throughout the county, and conducts training and research in burn care. The Burn Center also serves as a resource to neighboring community-based hospitals. Patients of all ages — from infants through geriatrics — are treated at the Burn Center.

Due to the hard work and generosity of the SCVFBCF, a recent million dollar expansion has increased the center’s size and created an enhanced environment for patient care. In January 2014, The Burn Center was relocated from the fourth floor of Stony Brook University Hospital to the eighth floor — giving patients brighter, more spacious private rooms with great views of Long Island and peaceful art work provided by Splashes of Hope. Each patient room will now also include accommodations overnight visitors who wish to stay with their loved-ones.

“This project was one that was near and dear to my heart in part because of all the support we have received from the Firefighters over the years and the passion and persistence of the Burn Center Medical Director, Dr. Steve Sandoval,” said Carol Gomes, MS, FACHE, CPHQ, Chief Operating Officer, Stony Brook University Hospital. “Our new Burn Center, would not be possible without the long standing partnership between the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund and Stony Brook Medicine. For this we are very grateful.”

“The New Center is a great milestone for us,” said Lussa, “it was a dream that now became a reality, and we are so proud of it.”

The new Burn Center was named to honor these volunteer firefighters, in recognition and thanks for their support.

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Hooks, Hose & Heavy Rescue

By Tom Rinelli, www.unyquefiretrucks.com Welcome to the premier of the Hooks, Hose & Heavy Rescue, highlighting apparatus happenings here on Long Island and throughout the fire service. Coverage will include apparatus in production/new deliveries, focus on specialty apparatus, emerging trends in the fire apparatus industry and showcase unique apparatus from my travels throughout the Northeast.

“Shiny New Rides” Middle Island has a Pierce Velocity walkaround heavy rescue on order to replace their existing 1996 Pierce Lance walk-in. Features include a 35-kW PTO generator, air compressor with 150 foot low pressure air reel, 9,000 pound portable winch with multiple receiver points and two 200 foot hydraulic reels for preconnected extrication tools in the rear compartment.

Woodmere is awaiting delivery of a Ford F550 four door ESU style walk-around rescue (similar to Roslyn Rescue's) to replace their 1982 Mack MC/Saulsbury walk-in heavy rescue. Designed for maximum efficiency with limited manpower, it will be equipped for extrication, water rescue and CO alarm responses.

Pierce is currently constructing engines for Hempstead and Great Neck Alert FC (Velocity) as well as East Northport, Locust Valley, Southampton and two rigs for Levittown (Arrow XT).

Port Jefferson is replacing their 1971/1994 Ford CargoStar/Young/Micro Fire Apparatus walk-in heavy rescue with a new Spartan/Marion walk-around rescue. Selden is awaiting delivery of a new 2-1/2 ton stumpjumper to replace their 1952 GMC/Chivvis (ex-Yaphank). It will be equipped with a custom steel body, Hale pump with John Deere diesel engine and a 600 gallon tank.

West Sayville has taken delivery of a 2-1/2

ton combination stumpjumper/high water evacuation vehicle featuring pump and roll capability, a 600 gallon tank and custom Stokes basket/suction hose storage.

The Second Time Around While Long Island departments have been known for ordering well-appointed apparatus that have frequently gone on to serve second, third and even fourth careers in other communities across the country. Some have refur-

bished apparatus to get “just a little more time” out of a road worthy apparatus. With many departments’ aerial devices reaching the end of their projected service life, a new trend has emerged in recent years particularly among those who operate the famed Aerialscope. With increased budgetary constraints in today's fire service, several departments have refurbished their aerial apparatus including remounting Aerialscope booms on a new chassis, extending the service life of these rigs for another 1520 years (the Bethpage FD began this trend several years ago when they remounted their existing Aerialscope on a new chassis).

In 2010, the trend of remounting Aerialscopes in particular began when the Sayville Fire Department sent their 1985 Mack to Pierce where it was remounted on a Velocity chassis. Measuring in at 44-feet long, it provides enclosed seating for eight, allows for an “easy swing” into residential streets and was paid for with grant money and capital reserve funds allowing the department to purchase the apparatus outright without increasing taxes.

The nearby North Patchogue FD (with whom Sayville has a close working relationship) followed suit shortly thereafter by remounting their 1990 Mack CF 95 foot Aerialscope on a

Pierce Impel chassis.Following the trend of refurbishing aerial apparatus, the Selden FD sent their 1996 Pierce Lance 100-foot rear mount elevating platform to Pierce in 2011 for a seven month "off body" rebuild. Upgrades included a new larger platform, reconfigured SCBA seating, compartment upgrades including slide-out tool boards, LED warning lights and a new paint scheme of Red over Black over Red (the rig retains its' gray colored aeri-

al which holds the distinction of being only the second on Long Island in this color scheme).

Rounding out the latest re-mount of a tried and true Aerialscope, the North Babylon FC sent their well worn 1986 Mack CF 75' foot Aerialscope to Pierce in 2012. Rehabbed initially by R.D. Murray in 1997, the original boom and outriggers were transferred to a new Quantum chassis (the first Aerialscope remount in the entire US using this cab style).

Painted in a striking White to match the Station 3 fleet, the rig is adorned with gold leaf striping and artwork reflecting its assignment to the “Animal House.”

While the trend of refurbishing aerial apparatus has focused on the re-mounting of existing aerials, the Hagerman FD did the opposite with a Pierce Dash 95-foot mid-mount ladder tower in 2004. Their 1984 Hahn 70-foot rear mount aerial quint had the aerial removed and replaced with a 1,000 gallon booster tank.

Additional upgrades included a four-door cab enclosure, updated warning lights and new paint scheme which began the department's return to traditional Red/White replacing the cream color that was used on the entire fleet for 36 years. Now assigned as Engine 5-10-5, it operates as a satellite support piece to the 95foot mid-mount ladder tower and is equipped with a combi-tool.

With today’s “do more with less” economy coupled with increased public scrutiny, the refurbishment of apparatus — particularly aerial devices — is becoming a popular option for departments on Long Island. While some might question the viability of remounting a 20-plus year old aerial device, here’s a point to consider — a well known fire apparatus consultant spoke to a retired engineer for the Baker Corporation (the actual manufacturer of the Aerialscope, Mack provided the chassis and bodywork) who stated that the Aerialscope was engineered to last for a minimum of 50 years!

Tom Rinelli is the webmaster/photographer for unyquefiretrucks.com, a popular website showcasing unique fire apparatus from across the Northeast. He is a 27 year veteran volunteer of the Long Island Fire & EMS brotherhood. In addition, Tom is also known to many in the fire service through his "real job" as a fire equipment distributor (Fire Rescue Outfitters) where he now serves as the Long Island rep for Smeal Fire Apparatus. He can be reached for comments, updates and invitations to photograph apparatus at firescueguy@me.com.

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