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On August 7, 2013, the North Babylon Fire Company was alerted just after 0900 for a reported house fire on Phelps Lane. Turn to page 6 to view our coverage of this fire.

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Never Forget, Always Remember September 11, 2001

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In this issue...

Ten Departments Respond in Merrick The Merrick Fire Department and nine other departments responded to a fire in Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.

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Huntington Station Auto Shop Destroyed A work light fell on the floor, causing gasoline to ignite, quickly consuming an auto shop.

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Restaurant Burns in Bellmore The Bellmore Fire Department responded to Villa D’Aqua Restaurant on Bellmore Avenue.

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Woman Injured in Smithtown MVA The Suffolk Police and Smithtown F.D. responded to a serious auto accident on Mount Pleasant Road.

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The Circus Comes to Town The elephants were hosed down to cool them prior to their performance in Greenport.

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Congratulations to Central Islip Hoboes Congratulations to the Central Islip Hoboes as the 2013 NYS Motorized Drill Team Champs.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Are You Ready?

Looking at the calendar I suddenly realized that summer is coming to an end and schools will be reopening their doors to welcome back students. Whenever school reopens, responders must remain alert for changing traffic patterns as you respond to calls. Go slow!

Beware of the student who might be late for school and run out in front of you to catch the bus that is just about to leave without them.

Beware of the driver, who realizes they forgot to pick up their child and in rushing to pick up the kids, cuts in front of you while you are driving the rig to a call. Slow down and be aware that September brings changes in traffic patterns.

September is also the month that you should start to think about your fire safety programs. Are you ready to reach out to your community in October to educate them about fire safety? Now is the time to purchase your coloring books, stickers and hats so that they arrive on time for your program. Have you thought about your program? Is it up to date? Most programs I have participated in are tailored to a community. However it is necessary to think out of the box and ask yourself what needs to be done, if anything, to include education about carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms.

Telling people to change batteries may not be enough. In certain areas, you may have to reach out with a program that involves your junior firefighters to actually help change batteries. Contact your Fire Safety Educators Association to see what they have to offer to enhance your program.

I urge you to check out the U.S. Fire Administration website at www.usfa.fema. gov/citizens/. FEMA has a special page to help you with ideas about fire safety. Have you thought of taking a course to make you a better instructor? Check out www.usfa.fema.gov /nfa/nfaonline/browse/fireprev_pe.shtm and enroll in FEMA's Q0118 class. The self-study course for Community Safety Educators is a short, fun, "easy-to-take" webbased course that focuses on how to do a better job of planning, implementing, and evaluating safety programs in your community.

Let's make the 2013 fire safety education program something that your entire community remembers. Yes, it is time to get ready for fire safety education. …Dennis

ANNOUNCEMENTS DOWNEY HEROES CLASSIC SALUTING ALL OF SUFFOLK COUNTY’S VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS For the past decade Stony Brook University has been recognizing Deputy Chief Raymond Downey and all of the other first responders who died in the line of duty on September 11, 2001, at its Annual Downey Heroes Classic Football Game. This year’s game is going to be held on Saturday, September 28, 2013, at 1800. Please attend this event as Stony Brook University Football takes on Towson University.

Free admission is granted to all local volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel. With a antique fire truck apparatus display in the parking lot, volunteer firefighter tailgate, and other activities, the Downey Heroes Classic Game is a great day for the whole family.

ATTENTION FIRE AND EMS SAFETY OFFICERS Join the Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association. Come to our first meeting, which will be held on September 12, 2013, at the Selden Fire Department, located at 44 Woodmere Place, Selden. Dinner is at 0700 and the meeting is at 0800. You can sign up at the door for membership or go to www.btsoa.org. Please RSVP, and for additional information call 631-495-6418.

COUNTRY WESTERN NIGHT IN RIDGE Ridge Fire Department-Company 1 will be hosting their 7th Annual Country Western Night on September 14, 2013, from 1600-2300, with a rain date of September 15, 2013, 1400-1900. Prices are $40 per person, which includes a steak, all you can eat hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken cutlets, corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, salad and beer, wine and soda. For tickets or additional info call 631-205-0193.

MASTIC FIRE DEPARTMENT The Mastic Fire Department will be holding its 1st Annual Golf Outing on Monday, September 16, 2013. The event will be held at the Pine Hills Golf Club, located at 1 Country Club Drive, Manorville. The cost for the outing is $150 per golfer. Dinner only is $65. Sponsors are needed. Checks can be made out to the Mastic Fire Department. For more information call 631-692-6772 or e-mail them at GolfInfo@ MasticFireDept.com. Sign up forms are needed by September 1, 2013.

HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK’S DAY Fire Police Company 3 of the Middle Island Fire Department will be having its Second Annual Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Party & Dinner fundraiser on Saturday, September 21, 2013, from 1800 to 2300. The event will be held indoors at the MIFD headquarters located at 31 Arnold Drive. Tickets are $25 per person (18 and older and you must be 21 to drink) Included are two door prize tickets. The deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, September 16, 2013. For more info and to order tickets, call 631-383-1310 or e-mail Mike at mifdfp@gmail.com.

VEGAS COMES TO CORAM Engine Company 1 of the Coram Fire Department will be holding a Casino Saturday Night on September 21, 2013, from 1900 to 2300 at the Coram Fire Department on Middle Country Road. There will be hors d’oeuvres, heros, beer, wine and soda. Grand prize to the biggest winner of the night will be 4 day/3 nights in a Panama luxury condo for two, including air and limo (a $2000 value). Tickets are $40 in advance for $1000 in chips; $55 at the door includes $750 in chips. For more information and tickets call 516-924-1414.

CHILI COOK OFF TO BENEFIT FRIENDS OF ISLIP TOWN FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM The Friends of the Islip Town Firefighters Museum of Islip Town, Suffolk County, will be hosting its First Annual Big Chili Cook-Off at the West Sayville-Oakdale Fire District Park on September 22, 2013, from 1400 to 1800. This event will be limited to the first 25 Fire/EMS agencies who register. We have also extended invitations to food and retail vendors to participate in the event so that guests have alternative activities to do during the event. There is live music, which will be presented by “That 80’s Band.” The proceeds from this event will be going to the building fund of our Firefighters Museum, which will be located on the Central Islip Court properties in Central Islip. In addition, we urge any Fire/EMS agency to bring an antique fire apparatus or ambulance to the event. Preregistration is required with no fee for the apparatus and a free pass will be issued for the driver. Entrance fee will be $10 per person, $20 per family of four. Tickets can be purchased on our website; ITFDchilicookoff.com or at the gate.

EASTPORT FD 100TH ANNIVERSARY PARADE The Eastport Fire Department will hold their 100th Anniversary Parade on September 21, 2013. The parade starts at 1600 at the intersection of South Bay Avenue and Montauk Highway. After the parade there will be refreshments and entertainment at the firehouse.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW YORK WILDFIRE & INCIDENT MANAGEMENT ACADEMY The New York Wildfire and Incident Management Academy (NYWIMA) will be holding its 16th annual Academy from October 25 through November 3, 2013, at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) in Upton, NY. Many events, including wildfire field exercises and advanced Incident Command System courses, are scheduled throughout the 10-day operation.The Academy’s schedule includes many instructional opportunities not previously provided by NYWIMA and specific advanced courses which are not frequently offered in the United States.

This fall, NYWIMA will be conducting an inaugural Brush Truck Training course, oriented toward volunteer firefighters, which is designed to provide both classroom and actual in-the-field driving, handling and operational experience, which will closely simulate conditions encountered during actual incidents. The Academy will also be sponsoring free training for volunteer firefighters in Basic Firefighting and Wildfire Behavior and Fire Operations in the Urban Interface. The Academy will also be offering a number of advanced-level prescribed fire classes, including Prescribed Fire Implementation and Prescribed Fire Plan Preparation.

In the aftermath of serious events which occurred during 2012, in particular Superstorm Sandy, the Academy will be offering a series of courses designed to aid first responders; municipal, state and federal entities and other organizations and agencies in responding to incidents. These include a powersaw (chainsaw) course with a storm debris removal focus, orientation in Incident Command System (the system which forms the core of emergency response plans across the nation) for elected and senior-level executives, officials, managers and supervisors and an Interagency Helicopter Training/Basic Air Operations class. Specific training for Incident Management Teams will also be offered. Field exercises will include demonstrations on ignition operations, portable pumps and water usage and basic firefighting techniques. If you have any questions about the fall class schedule or the New York Wildfire and Incident Management Academy, you may e-mail the Academy at fireacad@gw.dec.state.ny.us or nywima@pb.state.ny.us or call directly at call at 631-769-1556.

WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER September 11, 2001 Fire News asks our readers to remember all of the heroes who perished and the many responders who saved countless lives on September 11, 2001. We would like to make sure that everyone who perished on that day is recognized and is in our prayers and thoughts. We also remember the 246 victims on the four planes, 2,606 victims in the towers and on the ground, and 125 victims at the Pentagon of which 55 were military personnel. We also pray for those that continue to fall as a result of that fateful day. Please continue to remember those who gave all.

FIREMATIC JAWS OF LIFE TOURNAMENT Come to Firemen’s Park in Ridge on September 28, 2013, to cheer on this years JOLT participants. This year, the Brookhaven Town Fire Chiefs Council will celebrate 20 years of working together with the Firematic Supply Company Inc. See ad on page 87.

WOUNDED WARRIOR FUNDRAISER On Saturday, September 21, 2013, the Lynbrook Fire Department will hold their Third Annual Community Concert for the Troops, to benefit Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior. The concert, from 1700 to 2300, will have three bands and will be held on Earle Avenue, between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road in front of Truck Company's firehouse. The cost is $20 and includes food and two drinks.

Contact ex-Chief Kevin Bien at 516-993-6074 for further information or if you wish to donate a prize or make a donation.

SEAFORD GOLF OUTING The Seaford Hook, Ladder and Engine Company #1 announces its 2013 Annual Memorial Golf Outing. Proceeds benefit the Lt. Keith P. Kern Scholarship Fund. The event will take place at the West Sayville Golf Course on Monday, September 30, 2013. Cost: $150 includes Breakfast, 0800 Shotgun Start, lunch and dinner. Contact Steve Feil 516-351-1216, Keith Kern 516-351-0869, or Silvio Bellissimo at 516644-0811 for information.

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Mutiple Calls Received in North Babylon

On August 7, 2013, the North Babylon Fire Company was alerted just after 0900 for a reported house fire on Phelps Lane. Second Assistant Chief Caroleo was advised by Babylon Central that numerous calls were being taken. While en route smoke was visible from a distance and Chief Caroleo had the alarm resounded and started requesting mutual aid. Upon the Chief’s arrival, heavy fire was showing from the number 3 exposure and was spreading into the attic. All the occupants were out of the house and uninjured.

Engine 1-8-4 was first due and laid in from a hydrant and stretched multiple lines to the house with the crews from Engine 1-8-8, Deer Park Engine 1-4-9 and Babylon Engine 1-2-5. West Islip Engine 317-7 was originally called for RIT, but was put to work and assisted with the handlines and relieved crews from the initial attack.

Babylon Ladder 1-2-8 was the first truck on scene and its crew began laddering and venting the building. The heavy fire on the 3 side was knocked down from the exterior before crews went in and extinguished the fire that had now gone through the roof. With four lines in operation the fire was brought under control in about an hour with several firefighters suffering minor injuries.

Additional mutual aid was provided to the scene by the West Babylon Fire Department with Ladder 1-9-4 as an additional truck and Engine 1-9-6 as the RIT to replace West Islip. Units from the Wyandanch Fire Company, North Lindenhurst Fire Department and Wyandanch- Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corps, stood by for North Babylon.

-Fire News photos by Paul Mazza, D. Thomas and Steve Schaefer

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Flames Quelled in New Hyde Park A New Hyde Park home sustained serious damage in the early morning hours of August 2, 2013, after a fire broke out on the side of the Falmouth Avenue home and raced up the side of the building. Firefighters responded to the scene and were able to get the blaze under control within 15 minutes. Mutual aid companies responded to assist with the operation.

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10 Depts. to Merrick Church Blaze

The Merrick Fire Department and nine other departments responded to a fire in Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Merrick, on Hewlett Avenue on August 9, 2013.

Approximately 125 firefighters from the Merrick, Baldwin, Freeport, Roosevelt, North Merrick, Bellmore, North Bellmore East Meadow, Wantagh and Seaford Fire Departments were at the scene. The church suffered heavy damage from the smoke, water and fire.

- Fire News photos by Jack Healy and Paul Mazza

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Quick Knockdown at Lakeview Fire The Lakeview Fire Department was called to the report of a house fire on Jefferson Avenue near Langdon Boulevard in the early morning hours of August 13, 2013. Engine companies made a quick knockdown on a small fire in the basement. Mutual aid companies assisted both at the scene and on standby.

- Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

Shed Fire Endangers Two Homes Recently, Levittown fire fighters extinguished a storage area fire between two Polaris Lane homes.

The area containing building materials and the fire was stopped before it extended into one of the houses. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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Time to Initiate a Cultural Change in Our Departments You just finished your last class for safety officer and passed the test. Great, now what do you do? You respond to your first fire as a safety officer and it is a car fire. You have your vest on that designates you as the safety officer, and you are feeling a little strange, maybe even a little out of place. Others are looking at you, and you kind of feel they don’t want you around.

You check in with the Incident Commander. Nothing. The same with the first officer and everyone else.

You approach someone not wearing a vest and, suggest he put one on. He gives you a dirty look and does it. You see someone working the fire without gloves, you bring it to the attention of the officer. Another dirty look as he tells the firefighter to put on his gloves. Another vehicle arrives on scene and you notice no one is wearing their seat belts. You see Fire Police standing in the street with their back to the traffic. After the fire you are waiting to give a post fire report and everyone leaves. You file a written report and ask the chief where to put the report and he says throw it in his mail box. You ask for the Risk Management Guide and no one knows what you are talking about.

Welcome to the culture change. The 16 Life Saving Initiatives developed at the 2004 Life Saving Summit, are a good place to start. They were put together using data from line of duty death investigations, the reports of firefighter injuries, and data collected from fire officials, according to Zimmerman (2012).

Initiative 1 “Culture Change,” in his book, Don Zimmerman (2012) Fire Fighter Safety and Survival, covers culture change. He writes, “the big change that is currently underway in the fire and emergency services is the change to a safety culture. Partially due to our involvement in terrorism response and the fact that we have continually failed to decrease our Line of Duty Deaths (LODD) a change is imminent.”

Culture change will be your most difficult obstacle to overcome. Those who have chosen to become a safety officer are now in a position to create cultural change within our own departments to reduce LODDs and injuries.

To learn more about culture change, we suggest you attend the September 12, 2013, meeting of the Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association at Selden Fire Headquarters at 44 Woodmere Place, Selden. The meeting starts at 2000 and the keynote speaker will be Chief Raynis, Chief of Safety FDNY. The topic is “Culture Change.” You must be a member to attend. Please go to www.btsoa.org to join or for more information call 631-495-6418 Ex-Chief Jeff Bailes President Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association, www.btsoa.org

When it Comes to Safety You Have to Walk the Walk

By Bob Delagi, 3rd Division Director Suffolk County Fire & EMS Safety Officers Association As firefighters and emergency medical workers, we accept certain inherent risks associated with responding to emergencies. We proudly speak of our status as a volunteer or career emergency responder, and rightly so! After 36 years in the fire service, I still get goose bumps when someone says, “you run in while everyone else runs away.”

However, age, wisdom and experience has taught us many lessons about responder safety. While attending the 2013 Firehouse Expo Conference, the safety theme was evident in many presentations. Caveats such as, “never stop learning,” “learn from our history,” and “once you believe you know everything — you become more dangerous,” permeate the service. We have all heard them. We struggle with practicing them.

In order to be a respected firefighter, you must be aggressive, there is no doubt.

We know this. In order to mount an effective offensive attack, your department must be well trained and well equipped. We know this too. What we need to embrace is taking this fundamental element of the fire service and molding it into the standard risk-versus-reward model. Know when to be aggressive — when there is a life hazard. Know when to be conservative — vacant/abandoned structures and a host of other activity where there is no life hazard.

Fires burn hotter and faster these days, and technology has responded with new and costly personal protective equipment. This is only half the equation. We have to adjust our tactics to reflect that we are now making our response and interior entries at just about the precise flashover time. Similarly, we have had “wind” since the beginning of time, however, we now contend with the new phenomena of wind driven fires, and how wind effects flow paths and fire behavior. The cycle continues due to contemporary building construction practices, which result in interior content fires transitioning to structure fires with deadly consequences.

Oh yeah … and we have to get to the call! Think about it. How many times does a responder have to suffer serious debilitating injury or death because we refuse to wear seatbelts? How many times do we have to address the blue light streak breaking the sound barrier to get to the firehouse? How many times do we have to read about an accident involving fire apparatus, ambulances or SUVs before we rethink our driving strategies, and driver training/driver qualification methodologies? Stay safe out there.

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Bethpage, Plainview at House Fire

On July 27, 2013, the Bethpage and Plainview Fire Departments were alerted for a house fire with different house numbers on Barnum Avenue, a border street. Bethpage Engine 9044 was first due with smoke showing from the attached garage of the two-story home.

The fire in the garage was quickly knocked down with minor extension into the home.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

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Huntington Manor FD Battles Fire, Heat

While setting up for their annual fair on July 14, 2013, the Huntington Manor Fire Department responded to a house fire on Nassau Road in Huntington Station. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire blowing out the rear of the two-story home with all residents safely out of the multiple occupancy structure. Firefighters began an aggressive interior attack, and brought the blaze under control within 45 minutes. The 90-degree heat and humidity took its toll, with about 10 firefighters suffering from heat exhaustion and steam burns. All were treated at the scene by the Huntington Community First Aid Squad and Halesite Rescue. Huntington and Halesite assisted at the scene, with Melville providing a standby engine, and Greenlawn an ambulance.

About 80 firefighters operated with 10 pieces of apparatus, under the command of Chief Fred Steenson, Jr., supported by First Assistant Chief Frank McQuade, and Third Assistant Chief Jon Hoffmann. The Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Fire Marshal are investigating. Suffolk FRES Coordinators were also on the scene.

-Fire News photos by Alex VanSantvoord and Steve Silverman

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Huntington Sta. Auto Shop Destroyed

On July 26, 2013, a worker dropped a fuel tank from a car, causing it to rupture, and spilling gasoline on the floor. In a stroke of bad luck, a work light fell on the floor, causing the gasoline to ignite, quickly consuming the auto shop on New York Avenue in Huntington Station. First responding units were met with a very heavy fire load as several cars in the shop were ablaze. The Huntington Manor Fire Department was able to attack the fire with master stream operations, knocking it down and bringing it under control. The building's contents, including the cars in the shop appeared to be a total loss.

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Bear Alerts Family to Brentwood Blaze

At approximately 0530 on July 17, 2013, the Brentwood Fire Department received numerous calls for a house fire on Hagen Street right off of Route 111. Brentwood Fire Marshal Kuehn was the first unit on scene and transmitted a working fire. The fire was located on both floors of the exposure 3 side of the home. Engine 32-12 was first due and stretched two lines into the house with the crews from Engines 3-2-14 and 3-2-6. The crew from Ladder 3-2-8

laddered, searched and vented the house. The fire was knocked down and under control in about 30 minutes with no reported injuries. The homeowner was awakened by her newly adopted 140 pound Mastiff, Bear, who jumped on her bed alerting her to the fire.

The woman, her grandson and Bear were able to escape the house uninjured.

-Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Two Lines Operate in New Cassel

The Westbury Fire Department responded to a working house fire on Roman Avenue in New Cassel on July 23, 2013, at 1435. Upon arrival a fire was located in a first floor rear room and was extending to the second floor. An aggressive interior attack took place with two handlines stretched and operating.

Searches throughout the structure proved negative with no injuries reported to civilians or firefighters. Mutual aid was requested from Hicksville, East Meadow and Syosset fire departments. The Nassau County Fire Marshal was called to investigate the cause.

-Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber

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Numerous Calls Received in N. Babylon

On July 21, 2013, numerous calls were taken for a house fire on Chelsea Avenue in North Babylon. While en route, Chief of Department Jordan was made aware of the calls and had the alarm resounded as a working fire. Upon arrival heavy smoke was pushing from the attic of house. First-due Engine 1-8-4 picked up a hydrant and stretched two lines into the house as other crews laddered, vented and searched the home. The fire was contained to the

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The Huntington Fire Department responded to reports of a structure fire on Woodbury Road near Snowball Drive early July 24, 2013, at 0128. First arriving units found a fully involved 2-1/2 story home, with fire showing on all floors. Huntington firefighters were assisted by the Cold Spring Harbor, Huntington Manor, Halesite, and Greenlawn FDs at the scene, with Centerport on standby at Huntington’s quarters. EMS crews were on the scene from the Huntington Community First Aid Squad. About 80 firefighters using eight pieces of apparatus had the fire controlled within an hour. The fire was under the command of Assistant Chief Robert Berry, with Deputy Chiefs Jesse Cukro and Rob Conroy assisting. The house was unoccupied and was constructed in the 1800s, and was once part of a dairy farm and later a horse farm. The blaze extensively damaged the home and 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. There were no injuries reported.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Fish Tank Blamed for Deer Park Fire On August 2, 2013, the Deer Park Fire Department responded to a working fire on Villa Avenue. Upon arrival, Deer Park found out that a fish tank motor had overheated. The fish tank, which was up against the wall, had exploded. The fire had burned itself out and by doing so; it had taken all the oxygen out of the house. The first floor of house was filled with blackened soot. It was a perfect scenario for a flash over. The homeowners were away and someone came into the house to feed the fish, discovering the fire.

-Fire News photo by D. Thomas

Heavy Fire on Arrival in Central Islip Just before 0500 on August 7, 2013, the Central Islip Fire Department under command of Chief of Department Freudenberg responded to Dean Street for a reported house fire. Engine 3-7-4 was first due as their quarters are about a block away, followed by first-due Ladder 3-7-5, which set up in front. Engine 3-7-3 picked up a hydrant and supplied 3-7-4 which placed three lines in operation, as well as 3-7-5’s master stream to knock down the heavy fire before crews could go in. The fire was brought under control in about an hour. Mutual aid was provided to the scene by the Lakeland Fire Department for RIT and Islip Terrace Fire Department who stood by for calls.

-Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Transformer Complicates Wantagh Shed Fire

A transformer behind an Eve Drive home in Seaford shorted out on July 22, 2013, causing sparks to set fire to a shed. Wantagh firefighters were alerted at 0822 hours.

Arriving units found a fully involved shed with extension to a wooden fence. They stretched a line to the rear and upon hitting the shed the transformer lit up. All personnel were

backed out and LIPA was notified for an immediate response.

A shed in the adjoining yard began to catch and firefighters immediately attempted to remove as many of the belongings as they could. With no water being used the second shed soon became fully involved. The transformer atop the burning pole continued to pop

as supplies within the shed (one pound propane cylinders) began to explode. Engine 7 stretched a line to the rear of the exposure to protect the home from radiant heat as LIPA confirmed that the power had been shut. The remaining fire was quickly extinguished.

-Fire News photos by Harry Loud

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Smoke on Arrival in Westbury

In July, the Westbury Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Roman Avenue in New Cassel. Arriving units found smoke showing and a working fire was transmitted. The fire was placed under control in about 20 minutes and mutual aide companies were released.

-Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

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Restaurant Burns in Bellmore At about 0730 on July 27, 2013, the Bellmore Fire Department under command of Assistant Chief Marsar responded to Villa D’Aqua Restaurant on Bellmore Avenue.

First arriving units encountered heavy smoke coming from the building which was closed. The fire was located there and made its way into the duct work and vented through the roof. Firstdue Engine 604 (acting 602) picked up a hydrant and stretched two lines into the building with the crews from Engines 601 and 603, while Ladder 606 took a position on the exposure 4 side and began laddering the building and searches.

The fire was brought under control in about an hour with no injuries reported. Mutual aid was provided to the scene by the North Bellmore Fire Department Ladder 657 as the original FAST Team (replaced by the Wantagh Fire Department Ladder 6911), Engine 698 was also sent to the scene. The Merrick Fire Department was requested for an additional ladder bringing 6412 and North Merrick Ambulance 679A. North Bellmore Engine 654 and Merrick Ambulance 6414 stood by at Bellmore’s Headquarters. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Good Stop at Greenlawn Blaze The Greenlawn Fire Department was activated for a house fire on Broadway near Lantern Street, July 10, 2013, at 2220. Greenlawn firefighters quickly had the blaze controlled, which was contained to one room of the home. Two residents, a woman and child, were transported to Huntington Hospital with smoke inhalation by the Greenlawn Rescue Squad. Sixty firefighters were on the scene with five trucks and two ambulances, under the command of First Assistant Chief Kurt Allen, supported by Second Assistant Chief Mike Zeis and Third Assistant Chief Mike Bellis. Dix Hills assisted with an RIT, and an East Northport engine stood by at Greenlawn. Suffolk Fire-Rescue Coordinators provided assistance, and the Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Fire Marshal are investigating.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Melville FD Hits Basement Fire

The Melville Fire Department responded to a basement fire in a home on Beaumont Drive, June 26, 2013, at 0635. Firefighters quickly knocked-down the blaze, confining the damage to the basement. Dix Hills assisted with an RIT, and Huntington Manor provided a standby engine at Melville’s headquarters.

About 50 firefighters and rescue personnel were on the scene with three engines, a heavy rescue truck, ladder truck, and an ambulance, under the command of Chief Michael Carrieri.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Nitrous Oxide Tanks Complicate Greenlawn Blaze The Greenlawn Fire Department responded to reports of a structure fire with a burn victim on Wells Road on August 12, 2013, at 2120.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a detached garage fully involved. They were advised by the homeowner that there were 100-pound of nitrous oxide tanks inside. Concerned about the possibility of explosions, firefighters used a deck gun for the initial knock-down and several handlines to extinguish the blaze. Protection lines were directed on the nearby home exposure which was saved, and the fire was con-

trolled within a half-hour.

The garage and three vehicles inside were destroyed, and two vehicles in the driveway were extensively damaged. The homeowner suffered second degree burns to his right leg and was treated by the Greenlawn Rescue Squad. He was transferred to Suffolk Police Medivac and airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital. The Centerport Fire Department assisted with a FAST unit, while an East Northport crew secured the landing zone at Harborfields High School. Dix Hills

and Huntington Manor provided standby coverage.

Fifty firefighters were on the scene with five trucks and three ambulances, under the command of Second Assistant Chief Mike Zeis and Third Assistant Chief Mike Bellis. The Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Huntington Town Fire Marshal are investigating the fire.

Suffolk County Fire-Rescue Coordinators were also on the scene assisting with the call.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Huntington Manor FD Battles House Fire

The Huntington Manor Fire Department responded to reports of a house fire on Columbia Street in Huntington Station, on August 13, 2013 at 2123. Upon the arrival of Third Assistant Chief Jon Hoffmann, a working fire was confirmed to the rear of the 2-1/2 story structure. Crews began an aggressive interior attack on the fire with several hand-

lines and had the blaze controlled within 40 minutes. Firefighters from Huntington assisted with a FAST unit, with Greenlawn standing by with an engine at Manor's quarters.

The Huntington Community First Aid Squad was on the scene for EMS standby.

Sixty firefighters operated at the scene with three engines, two quints, a heavy-rescue truck

and fire police They were under the command of Chief Fred Steenson, Jr. The residents of the home were across the street at church when the fire broke out.

Suffolk Fire-Rescue Coordinators were on the scene assisting the Huntington Manor chiefs with the operation.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND N. Patchogue Handles Two-Car MVA

Right Turn, Overturn

Recently, the North Patchogue Fire Department responded to a twocar MVA with an overturn at the intersection of East Main Street and Evergreen Avenue. Assistant Chief Tom Volpe was in charge of the incident and requested mutual aid from the Hagerman. All patients were transported to Brookhaven Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. NPFD’s heavy rescue unit was able to right a Jeep to clear the scene for traffic.

- Fire News photo by Brian Curry

The Seaford Fire Department responded to an overturned truck in the parking lot of the Seaford train station on August 8, 2013.

On arrival crews found that a truck on its side with various fluids leaking. The driver and an occupant had managed to exit the vehicle safely prior to the police and fire departments arrival.

Seaford firefighters, under the command of Chief Domenick Bova, were instructed to apply absorbent to dike the fluids from spreading.

-Fire News photo by Jack Healy

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND Occupant Extricated in Miller Place On June 20, 2013, the Miller Place Fire Department and Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance were alerted to a motor vehicle accident with a reported of a trapped person. Fire and rescue personal found a two-car accident with a people trapped inside one of the vehicles. Under the command of 1st Assistant Chief Josh Hagerman, firefighters went to work and quickly extricated the person, who was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

-Fire News photo by Tim Asbell

Three-Car MVA in Franklin Square The Franklin Square Fire Department was called to the scene of a three vehicle collision on New Hyde Park Road, near Tulip Avenue, on the afternoon of August 12, 2013. At least two people suffered minor injuries and were transported to area hospitals by fire department and county ambulances.

-Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

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Burn Victim at Woodmere Fire On July 15, 2013, at 1712, the Woodmere Fire Department was alerted to a call for a house fire with a burn victim on Barnard Avenue in Woodmere. Upon arrival, medical crews found a woman with second and third degree burns on her legs and hands. Nassau County Police were notified for a medevac. Woodmere Ambulance transported the woman to the landing zone and she was transported to Nassau University Medical Center. The scene was under control of WFD First Deputy Chief Benjamin Horowitz.

Firefighters from the Lawrence-Cedarhurstwere on scene as well.

- Fire News photo by Howie Goldmark

Tools Put to Work in Island Park Recently, the Island Park Fire Department responded to Austin Boulevard and California Place for the report of an overturned auto with entrapment. Island Park and the Nassau Police Department worked together to free the driver using hydraulic tools. The driver was removed to the hospital.

- Fire News photo by Bill Bennett

MVA in Smithtown On July 21, 2013, at 2108, the Smithtown Fire Department was called for a single-car MVA with pole and wires down, along with a confirmed pin of the driver. First on scene were Chief Murphy (4-231) and First Responder (4-2-80). Both Suffolk Police Emergency Service and Smithtown Fire Department worked together to free the victim using cutters. The driver was taken by ground to Stony Brook University.

- Fire News photo by Craig Jackson

Minor Injuries in Hicksville MVA On July 11, 2013, at 1154, the Hicksville Fire Department responded to an accident for a car that ran into the Charlotte Avenue railroad bridge. The driver of the car suffered minor injuries and crews secured the car.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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MVA Results in MCI Incident On July 16, 2013, at 2105, the Hicksville Fire Department responded to an overturned vehicle on North Broadway. Arriving units found a car and an overturned minivan with eight people injured. An MCI (mass casualty incident) operation was put into place and all of the aided were transported to local hospitals by fire and police ambulances.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

East Farmingdale Frees Driver On July 10, 2013, the East Farmingdale Fire Company responded to Wellwood Avenue just north of Long Island Avenue for a two-car accident with entrapment. A Hyundai SUV and Chevy Lumina collided, sending the Lumina into a tree, trapping the driver. The crew from Heavy Rescue 1-5-4 used spreaders and cutters to remove the driver’s door for extrication. The driver of the Lumina and one person from the Hyundai were transported by Ambulances 1-5-8 and 1-5-10 with injuries. Fire Police 1-5-16 handled traffic control and Third Assistant Chief Iuzzini was in charge of the scene.

-Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Young Children of Fallen Firefighters Have the Slime of Their Lives at Camp A place that provides fun, games and memories for the whole family again proves it’s serious when it comes to helping survivors of our nation’s heroes. Nickelodeon Suites Resort in Orlando, Florida, has again partnered with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) to sponsor the Hal Bruno Camp for Children of Fallen Firefighters who have been honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial located in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The camp was held August 8-11, 2013.

Structured camp activities provide an opportunity for children ages four to six from across the country to meet with others their age to share similar experiences. The camp provides a therapeutic component in combination with a fun setting, allowing campers to process their grief in a fun and safe environment. Campers met with SpongeBob, Dora the Explorer, and other favorite cartoon characters and had the “slime of their life!”

Meetings with parents focussed on how to help children who were grieving. The NFFF assisted with travel expenses and provided lodging and meals. Fire service volunteers helped with the children’s activities.

Linda Hurley, Director of Survivor Programs, stated, “We wanted to introduce our kids to camp by providing a fun and positive experience that would help with their healing. After having our camp at Nick Hotel last year, we knew it was the perfect place.”

Set on 24 beautiful acres, Nick Hotel is a family hotel destination that inspires play and imagination, along with exciting kid-friendly attractions. In recognition and appreciation of firefighters, nurses, police officers, and EMTs that serve their communities, Nick has created a “Hero” package that includes special rates, discounts on food and beverage and resort experiences. Nickelodeon Suites Resort is a corporate sponsor of the NFFF. About Nickelodeon Suites Resort Located in the heart of Orlando's tourism district, Nickelodeon Suites Resort, otherwise known as the Nick Hotel, is much more than a place for guests to lay their heads at night. From two over-the-top pool complexes with slides and flumes, to live entertainment and Character Breakfast featuring Nickelodeon's beloved characters, to a multimillion dollar 4-D Theater, to the colorfully themed KidSuites and gallons upon gallons of slime, Nick Hotel offers nonstop activity from dawn to dusk for the entire family any time of the year. For more information about the Nick Hotel, visit www.nickhotel.com or call (877) NICK-KID. About the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) The United States Congress created the NFFF to lead a nationwide effort to remember America's fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the nonprofit foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers.

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‘The Tool’ Put to Work in N. Massapequa On June 9, 2013, the North Massapequa Fire Department was called to the westbound Southern State Parkway at Exit 31-Bethpage State Parkway, for an accident that involved an overturned vehicle with entrapment. The driver of a Toyota went off the road and overturned in the woods, landing against a tree and the overpass. North Massapequa Heavy Rescue 664 and two Nassau County Police ESU trucks put multiple tools into operation to extricate the driver. The crew from Engine 663 stretched a precautionary line. The driver was transported to Nassau University Medical Center by North Massapequa Ambulance 668. The parkway was closed for about an hour until the roadway was cleared. First Assistant Chief Mauro was in charge of the units at the scene.

-Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Pedestrians Struck in Frank Square Recently, a trip to the local pool turned chaotic when an SUV lost control in Franklin Square and crashed into two parked cars which then struck several pedestrians outside the Rath Park pool on Fenworth Boulevard in Franklin Square. Franklin Square firefighters and police were on the scene to assist the injured.

-Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

Multiple Tools Put to Work in Elmont The Elmont Fire Department put multiple tools to work after an overturned vehicle smashed into two parked cars along Meacham Avenue. The driver was pinned in the lower portion of the vehicle and was extricated after a short time. She was transported by Nassau County EMS to an area hospital.

-Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

Syosset MVA Closes Two Lanes on LIE The Nassau County Police Department and the Syosset Fire Department responded to an accident involving an overturned truck on the eastbound Long Island Expressway just east of the South Oyster Bay Road exit on June 25, 2013, at 1400. Two lanes of the expressway were closed for over 30 minutes while the truck and debris were cleared. The driver was treated at the scene for minor injuries.

-Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Dix Hills Fire Department Annual Installation

The Dix Hills Fire Department recently held their 65th Annual Installation Dinner.

Following a welcome by Master-ofCeremonies ex-Chief Ray Mahdesian, the Invocation was given by Deacon Ed Billia. The Chiefs and Commissioners were introduced, and Chief Thomas Magno and Board Chairman Phil Tepe 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 sacrifice.

Outgoing Chief Richard Granahan was recognized for his dedicated service as Chief from 2011-2012. The Top Five Rescue Responder Awards were presented to Eytan Pick, Antonio Villanueva, Lieutenant Joseph Williamson, James McNicholas, and Lieutenant Nick

Barbu. The Top Five Fire Responders were Pick, and the Terry Farrell Firefighter of the awarded to Commissioner Bob Commisso, Year Award presented to ex-Chief Phil Tepe, Jr. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman Terence Vierling, Robert Rosciano, James Napolitano and Lieutenant John Vierling.

Length of Service awards were presented to George Fleites with 20 Years, exCaptain John Blosser, ex-Captain Buddy Byrne and Commissioner Todd Cohen with 25 Years, Christopher Steed with 30 Years, ex-Captain Thomas McClane, ex- Chief Joseph DeMonte, Jim Brangan and Chief Thomas Magno with 35 Years, ex-Chief and Commissioner Phil Tepe, Jr., ex-Chief Steve Kamvakis and ex-Chief Richard Sorrentino with 45 years, and ex-Chief Fred Reithel with 50 Years.

The A l a n Cornfeld Rescue Person of the Year Award was presented to Eytan

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Islip Town Supervisor Tom Croci Made Honorary Member of the Sayville Fire Department Islip Town Supervisor Tom Croci has been recalled to active duty in the U.S. Navy and will be leaving his post as town leader in mid-July for an overseas tour expected to last until next Spring. In recognition of this and his service as town supervisor, Chief Michael W. Butler of the Sayville Fire Department invited Tom Croci, a resident of Sayville, to the regular monthly meeting of the Sayville Fire Department. At the beginning of the regular order of business, Chief Butler called Supervisor Croci to the front of the room where he was presented with his proclamation of honorary membership, along with a Sayville Fire Department uniform shirt to show the fire department's appreciation and support of his new assignment. Visibly moved, Supervisor Croci thanked the Chief and the department membership for the honor bestowed upon him, and promised to proudly wear his new found colors of the Sayville Fire Department as he prepares for his deployment. Together with the community, the Sayville Fire Department extends best wishes for a safe mission and quick return home. In the photo Chief of Department Michael W. Butler, Town Supervisor Tom Croci, 1st Assistant Chief Chris Chester and 2nd Assistant Chief William Roderka.

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NYSAFC TO HOST WATER RESCUE CONFERENCE Association's first Water Rescue Conference will be held September 14-15, 2013, in Buffalo, N.Y. New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC) is pleased to announce it will be hosting a Water Rescue Conference this fall.

This exciting two-day event will include a full day of lectures with leaders in water rescue from the Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG), plus hands-on training evolutions in the water led by USCG instructors.

Lectures will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel & Conference Center in Buffalo. Hands-on training will be conducted on Sunday, September 15 at the U.S. Coast

Guard Station Buffalo.

Registration for the program is $100 per person (for NYSAFC Individual and Department Members) and $125 for nonmembers (per person). It includes five lectures and hands-on training activities.

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Blatus, Rescue Operations Battalion, FDNY, and "Contaminated Water Diving & How It Relates to FDNY SCUBA Operations" with Captain/Company Commander James Murray, Rescue Co. 5, FDNY. During the Sunday hands-on training portion of the program, students will work handin-hand with U.S. Coast Guard personnel at the Coast Guard Station in Buffalo to practice the lessons learned from Saturday's lectures regarding safe water rescue. Teams will take turns entering the water in a controlled environment to secure and remove victims.

For full program descriptions, PPE requirements, and to register, visit www.nysfirechiefs.com or call (800) 676-FIRE.

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Woman Injured in Smithtown MVA

The Suffolk Police and Smithtown Fire Departments responded to a serious auto accident on Mount Pleasant Road near Adrienne Lane in Smithtown on July 21, 2013, at 2110. A Toyota Highlander operated by a female driver apparently lost control and struck a utility pole then a tree pinning her in the auto. It took 20 minutes for police and firefighters to extricate her. Smithtown Fire Department transported the critically injured woman to Stony Brook Hospital.

- Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber

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Wedding Bells Ring Throughout Long Island

Travis Salvo, Second Assistant Chief of the Blue Point Fire Department is pictured with his beautiful wife Sheri. They were recently married on July 6, 2013.

The Blue Point Fire Department wishes them the best.

-Fire News photo by Capt. K. Campagna

On Saturday, July 6, 2013, Second Deputy Chief Karen Werfelman of the Baldwin Fire Department married Ex-Captain Stephen Bendel of the Oceanside Fire Department at the Inn at New Hyde Park. Congratulations!

-Fire News photo provided by Karen Werfelman

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Middle Island Heavy Rescue The Middle Island Fire Department was called to the scene of a head-on collision between a Toyota Prius and a pickup truck on July 28, 2013. Upon arrival, crews found occupants from both vehicles trapped and immediately called for additional ambulances from the surrounding communities as well as Suffolk County PD Aviation. Fire department responders worked to extricate a total of five patients from the vehicles, who were transported to Stony Brook University Hospital. One patient was transported via helicopter. Assisting were Ridge, Yaphank, and Coram.

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MVA Creates Fluid Spill in Plainview On July 11, 2013, at 0818, the Plainview Fire Department was alerted for an auto accident with overturn and entrapment at the intersection of Old Country and Manetto Hill Roads. Both drivers were self-extricated upon their arrival and transported to NUMC. Crews applied absorbent to a large fluid spill.

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Syosset Handles MVA on LIE On June 25, 2013, the Syosset Fire Department responded to an overturned truck on the eastbound Long Island Expressway. The driver was not injured and crews secured the vehicle.

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Jericho Douses Car Fire On July 20, 2013, at 1308, the Jericho Fire Department responded to a fully involved Chrysler Pacifica on the westbound LIE at Exit 40. The driver was alerted by another motorist that his car was on fire and was able to pull over and get out of the car before it burst into flames. He was not injured and Jericho firefighters extinguished the fire.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Greenlawn Firefighter Pulls Woman from Burning Car Greenlawn Firefighter David Mordarski was credited with pulling a woman from a burning wrecked car moments before it burst into flames on July 31, 2013, at about 1630.

Mordarski was driving east on Pulaski Road near Shrine Place when he came across a damaged Ford Taurus in the middle of the road. The car had struck a utility pole with the male driver already standing outside the vehicle, and a female stuck in the front passenger seat. While assessing the patient, Mordarski noticed smoke coming from the dashboard which rapidly turned to flames. Mordarski instantly reacted and pulled the woman from the car just before it was engulfed in flames. The driver and passenger were both transported to Huntington Hospital by the Greenlawn Rescue Squad, where they were in stable condition. Under the command of First Assistant Chief Kurt Allen, 35 fire/rescue personnel were on the scene with an engine, heavy rescue truck, three ambulances, paramedic and first responder units.

-Fire News photo courtesy Greenlawn Fire Department

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School’s Open, Drive Safely On August 2, 2013, the Syosset Fire Department was alerted for a motor vehicle accident with aided. The accident involved an overturned school bus that had children on board. The crash occurred on Plainview Road in Woodbury. No injuries were reported and the children on the bus were released to their parents. Crews secured the bus and car and applied adsorbent to the fluid spills in the roadway.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Malverne Handles MVA Recently, the Malverne Fire Department was toned out for an auto accident that occurred on Franklin Avenue and Frost Avenue. Malverne Engine 433 was on scene and operated at the call.

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North Bellmore Responds to Burning Overturn n June 16, 2013, the North Bellmore Fire Department, under command of Chief of Department Collins, responded to the westbound Southern State Parkway at Exit 25-Newbridge Road, for an accident that involved an overturned vehicle and a fire. Units arrived to find a single-car accident on the cloverleaf where a car hit a tree and overturned, catching fire. The driver was pulled from the burning car and transported to Nassau University Medical Center by Nassau County Police Ambulance with life threatening injuries. Engines 655, 656 Heavy Rescues 653, 6512 and Ambulances 651 and 652 responded to the call. One line was used from Engine 656 to extinguish the fire in about 15 minutes. The roadway was closed for several hours while the accident was investigated - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Mister Softee Truck Crash in Centerport As the temperatures soared above 90 degrees during a recent heat wave, the Centerport Fire Department responded to a crash involving a Mister Softee ice cream truck and a Hyundai sedan. The collision occurred on Route 25A and Little Neck Road opposite the Centerport firehouse, on July 19, 2013, at 1935. Both drivers sustained injuries and were transported to Huntington Hospital by the Centerport Rescue Squad. About 25 firefighters and rescue personnel were on the scene with an engine, heavy rescue truck, two ambulances, and fire police.

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Car Fire in Wantagh The Wantagh Fire Department responded to a fully involved car fire on Beech Street at 1945 on July 17, 2013. Due to the fire, Merrick Road was shut down eastbound while firefighters mobilized to extinguish the blaze. No injures were reported.

- Fire News photo by Jack Healy

Multiple Cars Burn on Grumman Road On July 10, 2013, at 2348, the Bethpage Fire Department responded to a car fire in the parking lot of a Grumman Road West building. Firefighters extinguished the fire in two of three abandoned cars and found multiple containers of an unknown liquid in the three cars. The Nassau County Hazardous Materials Unit was called to the scene and it was determined to be over 40 gallons of diesel fuel.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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Garbage Truck Burns in Wantagh

Firefighters from Wantagh extinguished a fire in a Town of Hempstead sanitation truck on Woodside Drive. The fire occurred on June 27, 2013, and was quickly extinguished. The cause was undetermined and part of the load had to be dumped in the street.

-Fire News photo by Harry Loud

Car Fire Knocked Out in Terryville

The Terryville Fire Department Station 1 made quick work of a Tom Court car fire, which occurred on June 22, 2013.

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Ronkonkoma Extricates Two The Ronkonkoma Fire Department responded to a vehicle accident with a reported heavy rescue on August 11, 2013 at 1332, on Patchogue-Holbrook Road and Express Drive South. Heavy Rescue Company 8 and SCPD Emergency Service used the nyfraulic extrication tools to extricate the two drivers who were then transported to University Hospital. Chief Tim Blewett was in charge of the scene.

-Fire News photo by Jerry Rudolph

Foam Used at Lindenhurst Car Fire In the early morning hours of July 26, 2013, the Lindenhurst Fire Department responded to a reported car fire on North Fulton Avenue. Assistant Chiefs DeGregorio and Vinciguerra arrived to find a Honda sedan burning in front of a house. Engine 1-6-2 arrived and used a handline with foam and a booster line to extinguish the fire in about 15 minutes. The cause of the fire is unknown and under investigation.

-Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Quick Work Saves House in Halesite Halesite firefighters were called to a car fire on Flower Hill Court on the morning of July 20, 2013. A fully involved car was parked against the garage of an occupied home when responding units arrived.

About 22 firefighters responded to the alarm under the command of Chief Dan McConnell. Members on the first-due engine quickly cut off the fire from the house, limiting the damage to just the car and some melted siding.

- Fire News photo courtesy of the Halesite Fire Department

Syosset Battles Multiple Car Fires On July 18, 2013, the Syosset Fire Department responded to a car fire that was in a parking lot on Crossways Park Drive in Woodbury. Arriving units were faced with controlling three fully involved cars that was threatening other cars. Crews stretched two lines and quickly knocked the flames down. The Hicksville Haz-Mat unit was called for a leaking fuel tank.

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Seatbelts in Today’s Fire Apparatus Daniel Peluso is a 27 year veteran in the volunteer fire service.

He is the vice president of the Long Island Emergency Vehicle Technicians organization. Dan has worked in the automotive field for 30 years and is ASE certified. He has worked on fire apparatus for the last 10 years and has written multiple publications for many trade magazines throughout the fire service and the automotive industry.

By Daniel Peluso NFPA 1901 • Seatbelt Indicators. All seats must be equipped with a sensor that sounds an alarm when a seat is occupied.

• The Black box…data recorders • This provides a basis for disciplinary action and eliminating the potential for false claims that seat belt was fastened if someone is killed or injured in an apparatus accident.

In the last few years seat belts in fire apparatus have become big business with manufacturers and I'm sure it will continue to be perfected.

ABS braking systems, roll stability and airbags are all common components in today's vehicles.

Yet, we as emergency responders seem to

bypass these systems and believe that because it is a fire truck or an emergency vehicle, nothing bad can happen and no one will be hurt. I can't tell you the amount of times that I have unclipped a seat belt from under a seat or reset a SRS sensor for a seat being unplugged or reconnected wires to a warning sensor. If there is one thing we all should know is that the fire service only learns from its mistakes and these systems are in our vehicles because members of service have been seriously injured or killed.

We need to understand that for our own safety, these systems all work in series. This means that during a collision, air bags and the seatbelt work as a team. Belt extensions, red identifying straps and audible alarms are all part of making

it easier to identify and quickly fasten these systems. Cabs are designed to keep us and our equipments in it with better framing and stronger glass during a rollover. We take the time to lock and secure our equipment in our cab space then why not do this for ourselves? The safety of our members is a team building effort and should be practiced by all. The next time you feel a seatbelt should be removed or tied back under a seat, think of the next brother or sister riding on that rig. Understand that tampering with this equipment is a punishable crime that can be prosecuted outside the walls of our firehouses if your department is involved in a serious accident. When we use the term "stay safe brother," let's mean it!

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North Patchogue Honors Lt. Billy Smith

(Above) Brookhaven Town Councilman Tim Mazzei presented Billy and his wife with a town certificate of congratulations.

(Left) Congratulations to Chief Jon Mentzel, who was sworn in for his second term as the North Patchogue Chief of Department.

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Juniors in the News

Westhampton Juniors Raise $10 Grand for Burn Center The Westhampton Beach Juniors held their annual car wash on July 20, 2013. This year the car wash was a great success enabling the Juniors to reach their goal of raising over $10,000 for the Stony Brook Burn Center over the past years.

-Fire News photo by Cody Hoyle

Nassau County Juniors Association Participates in Muscular Dystrophy Fair The Electrical Welfare Club of the IBEW held their 35th Annual Muscular Dystrophy Association of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Family Day at Belmont Racetrack. They had a nice day of fun and games provided by the organization. East Norwich and Elmont Juniors took the kids for fire truck rides and helped the kids shoot some water.

Each year the juniors are asked to help spread some happiness and they respond each year. Left, a group of families with some of the Junior firefighters from Elmont and East Norwich.

-Fire News photo by Jerry Presta

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Here We Come!

Nicholas, Evan and Madelyn DeRosa respond to a backyard call at grandpa's house. Nicholas is the MPO, Madelyn is in the officer seat and Evan is ready for work. Grandpa is Middle Island Fire District Commissioner Walter Olszewski.

-Fire News photo by Walter Olszewski

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Port Jefferson Ambulance Trains for the Future

Michael Presta, Lieutenant and Paramedic from Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance during a Rope Rescue Operations seminar at the NYS Fire Academy in Montour Falls. Port Jefferson Ambulance is training all their paramedics in confined space, building collapse, trench rescue, rope operations and Haz-Mat operations in anticipation of a future Rescue Paramedic program.

-Fire News photo by Ryan Koch

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Chief Stockinger Retires From Suffolk Fire Academy On June 19, 2013, Chief Richard Stockinger retired as the Executive Director of the Suffolk County Fire Academy. Speaking to a packed house at his retirement party, Chief Robert Holley honored Chief Stockinger with stories of the past that showed everyone’s love for a man who continues to be dedicated to the Suffolk County Fire Service.

Dick was hired as a per diem instructor at the academy in 1998 and continued in that capacity until 2002, when he was appointed to the academy’s program development department. In 2004, the Vocational Education and Extension Board (VEEB) hired Dick as the academy’s Assistant Deputy Director. In 2005 he was promoted to Deputy Director. In 2008, the board appointed Dick to the position of Executive Director. Also in 2008, Dick was appointed, by the Commissioner of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services, as the first Task Force Manager of the newly formed Suffolk County USAR Team.

Dick will certainly be missed at the fire academy. We would like to say thank you for a job well done! Good luck and enjoy your retirement.

- Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Golf Outing On August 6, 2013, a golf outing was held to benefit the SCVF Burn Center at Stony Brook Medical Center. On hand to support the event were representatives from Suffolk County Fire Rescue, along with Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone -Fire News photos

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The Circus Comes to Town Recently, the Cole Brothers Circus came to Greenport.

Certain proceeds of the four performances went to the Greenport Fire Department for fire safety and fire prevention instruction. Ex-Chief Ken White had a barbque for the staff of the circus to show the appreciation of the department. The elephants were hosed down to cool them down and clean them prior to one of the performances. Bob Lehman of Eagle Hose had the honor of cooling down Lulu.

-Fire News photos by Myron Goldstein

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Robert Decker of North Babylon Mourned

On July 14, 2013, the North Babylon Fire Company lost a well-respected and dedicated life member, Robert Decker. He joined the ranks of North Babylon Fire Company in 1970, after serving six years with the Atlantic Steamer Fire Company of Oyster Bay. Bob served in many capacities over his 43year career with North Babylon. He organized and led the NBFCo Juniors Band starting in 1982. During the same time, Bob also headed

the NBFCo Fire Prevention Office. Later in his career, even after achieving life member status in Station #2, Bob served as a company trusteeat-large in 1990 and served as the company’s financial secretary from 2006 until the time of his death.

Even outside of the fire service, Bob lived a life of service. He served his country in the United States Army as a military policeman in Germany. He also volunteered his time to

judge the county parades. But most of all Bob took great pride in his family. He will be remembered not only for his friendly and kind nature, but also the big smile he presented when speaking about his children and grandchildren. Robert Decker will be greatly missed by his family, the North Babylon Fire Company and the community he served for half a century.

-Fire News photos by Stephen Schaefer

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Family Corner

Fans Cheer On Our Junior Drill Teams The parents of the Blue Point Mighty Midgets not only cheer on their own racers, but they also encourage and cheer on every team that comes out to participate in the Junior Drills.

-Fire News photo by JoAnn Stephani

Chief Frank Mantegari of Oyster Bay Fire Company #1 with his wife, Cindi.

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Glenwood Fire Company members ex-Chief Steve Dade with his son Firefighter Scott Dade.

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Town of Brookhaven Holds Picnic for Firefighters

To start the summer off, the Town of Brookhaven, under the leadership of Supervisor Edward P. Romaine, held a picnic at Raynor Field for the families of firefighters. Firefighter Day was organized through the efforts of a team of dedicated people.

Thanks go to the Brookhaven Fire Police Association; John Tunis, who is dedicated to the Town of Brookhaven Fire Departments and is the chairman of Gold Coast Bank, owner of the Holiday Inn Express in Stony Brook, and president and CEO of Long Island Hotels; and to Denean Marie Lane, General Manager of the Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook, for making this event possible. The outstanding food for the event was provided by Windows on the Lake.

-Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone

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Cold Spring Harbor Welcomes 2013 Officers Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci recently attended the installation of Cold Spring Harbor Fire Department’s 2013 Officers. In the photo, Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci joins First Assistant Chief Robert Hahn, Chief Christopher Ingwersen, Second Assistant Chief Daniel Froehlich and Huntington Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia.

Hennessey Honors Gordon Heights C of C Assemblyman Edward Hennessey was pleased to participate in the Gordon Heights Annual Chamber of Commerce Awards Night held for the third year at Lombardi’s on the Bay in Patchogue. The Chamber was celebrating their chamber founder, Nicole ChristianGoodine, for being selected as the Town-wide Chamber Member of the Year for 2013 and Suzanne Johnson, director of the Longwood Public Library, whom the Gordon Heights Chamber named Community Supporter of the Year. In the photograph from left to right is Gordon Heights Chamber President Shirley Singletary; Nicole ChristianGoodine, selected as the 2013 Chamber Member of the Year for the town of Brookhaven; Suzanne Johnson, director of the Longwood Public Library honored as Community Supporter of the Year; and Assemblyman Edward Hennessey, 3rd District.

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Happy Anniversary to the Baldwin First Aid Company

On May 18, 2013, the Baldwin Fire Department First Aid Company celebrated their 75th anniversary. The company had turned 75 on May 15 (1938-2013). In the photo (right) are: Captain Lonnie Green, 1st Lieutenant Raemel Pascual, 2nd Lieutenant Stuart Lang and Councilman Anthony Santino, who presented an award to the company for their anniversary.

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Big Donation to Greenport FD With May having been Senior Citizen Month, residents of Peconic Landing, the largest senior housing community in Suffolk County, collected $24,250 at a race/walk, which was donated to the Greenport Fire Department. The event garnered $2000 more than last year’s event.

- Fire News photo by Myron Goldstein

July 4th Eatons Neck Parade and Wet Down The Eatons Neck Fire Department held a wet-down for their mini-pumper 222 on July 4, 2013. The members engaged in a water fight with some residents.

-Fire News photo by Jason Oppenheim

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Congratulations Central Islip Hoboes

Congratulations to the Central Islip Hoboes as the 2013 NYS Motorized Drill Team Champs.

Fire News will bring you full coverage in our October paper. In the meantime, go to www.FireNews.com to see photos of the drill.

-Fire News photo by Mike Heller

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Nassau County Old Fashioned Drill July 12, 2013 Place First Second Third Fourth Fifth

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NYS Junior Drill at West Sayville July 28, 2013 Place First Second Third Fourth Fifth

Team Bay Shore Islip Central Islip Hagerman Lindenhurst

Points 32 28 22 16 15

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Central Islip Invitational Drill July 27, 2013 Place First Second Third Fourth Fifth

Team Central Islip Islip West Hempstead East Islip West Sayville

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Mayday, Mayday, Mayday…

“I’m out of air, basement, can’t find the stairs, I think I’m in the three-four corner.”

With that transmission Wantagh’s RIT went into action. They entered the basement through the rear and performed a search.

Luck is with them as the downed firefighter is found in the 3-4 corner but conditions have deteriorated at the entrance point as a partial collapse has blocked the stairs. Previous sizeup prior to entry indicated there are basement windows along the number 2 side while those on the number 4 side are bricked over.

“Command Post-RIT - Firefighter found Attempting to make our way to the number 2 side window with one.”

With zero visibility they make there way to the number 2 side and find a window. Helping hands talk them to the window and the downed firefighter, as well as the team, are removed.

That’s what played out on Island Road in Wantagh when the owner of two vacant homes permitted Wantagh firefighters to drill on scene prior to the home being demolished for new

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A smoke machine provided the zero visibility and the home was charged throughout. It looked good as neighbors stopped by to witness the excitement, with plenty of white smoke and no fire. However, it was still black in the sealed basement.

The drill lasted for two consecutive evenings in June and provided firefighters with a real-life scenario, minus the fire and the bite of real smoke.

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Family Corner (Left) Terryville ex-Captain Marty Sebel and his son Matthew get together for a family photo. Good luck to Matt who is a new member of the Terryville Junior Fire Department.

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by Dennis Whittam (Right, from left), Joe Graf is with his granddaughter Hannah and Steve Woytysiak with his granddaughter Abigail Krebs at the 5th Battalion Parade on June 15, 2013. They are members of the Roslyn Highlands F.D. as well as first time grandparents.

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Fire Prevention Program in Southampton

On July 31, 2013, the Southampton Fire Department held a fire prevention program at the Meadow Club in Southampton Village. The children of the Meadow Club were able to try on the firefighters gear, squirt water from the truck and utilize the fire prevention trailer. Everyone enjoyed the day.

-Fire News photos by Chris Brenner

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

The Deer Park Bucks.

-Fire News photo by Jim Dunn

Blue Point Fire Department RIT crew at a recent Patchogue fire.

-Fire News photo by Travis Salvo

The boys of North Patchogue standing by with “The Legend” himself, ex-Chief Don Rothe, front and center.

- Fire News photo by Brian Curry

North Patchogue crews after work at an MVA. Three generations of NPFD crews.

- Fire News photo by Brian Curry

Members of the Bayville Fire Department.

-Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord

Farmingville Drill Team.

-Fire News photo by Jim Dunn

Members of the Jericho Fire Department.

-Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord

Members of the Locust Valley Fire Department.

-Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord

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