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In this issue... 150 Firefighters Battle Huntington Blaze Huntington Fire Department received an alarm for a commercial building fire.
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Fatal Fire Injures Firefighters Five firefighters were hurt in the early stages of a fire while trying to get the victim out of a two-story See story page 12 house fire.
Manhasset-Lakeville KOs Fire Manhasset-Lakeville was dispatched to a house fire with smoke showing out of the attic See story page 22 vent and eaves.
Coral House Honors Fire Service Leaders Chiefs, ex-Chiefs, Commissioners and Fire Officers joined together for a night of fellowship and interaction. See story page 81
Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau Installation The Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau County held their 17th Annual Installation Dinner.
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Babylon Wounded Warrior Ride Raises $64,000 The Town of Babylon Fire Chiefs Assoc. Superstorm Sandy Relief Fund awarded $64,101. See story page 89
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Budget Cuts Are Never Good According to the CFSI website, the White House released its 2015 budget proposal, and recommended cuts to key fire service programs. The $3.9 trillion budget, which is an estimated $250 billion increase over the 2014 levels, contains $38.2 billion for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Sound good? Not really, because this is a decrease of approximately $1 billion from the Fiscal Year 2014. The Assistance to Firefighters (FIRE) and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant programs would be reduced by $10 million. I urge you to visit CFSI.org and read about the rest of the cuts that ultimately affect funding to the Volunteer Fire Assistance Program. Thanks to people like Bill Webb, CFSI's Executive Director, CFSI will begin to work with the other national fire service organizations and our friends in government who support the fire service to shield the programs that affect us from budget cuts in 2015. Fortunately, Congress, the Senate and the House Appropriations Committees have supported us in the past. We ask that they continue to do so. Recently, the House approved up to $1 billion in loan guarantees for the Ukraine, backing President Obama's request to help the new government. It is nice to support a cause and to help those in need if you can afford to do so. With impending cuts to fire service programs, I think we have to rethink where the money to help others is
coming from. Many we are still suffering from the after effects of Hurricane Sandy and the wildfires throughout our country. How does the government even think about cutting funds to the fire service when people in our own communities have not recovered from major events that have had such devastating results? I would like to take the time to thanks the Congressional Fire Services Institute, their staff and advisory committee for keeping a watchful eye on the potential cuts that directly have an impact on the fire service and homeland security. Remember to support their mission, which is to, “Educate members of Congress about the fire service so that first responders do not stand alone.” Visit their website at www.CFSI.org and read what they are doing to help you, the first responder. One last reminder: the CFSI Dinner and Seminar is on April 30 and May 1, 2014. Someone from your department should think about attending this event. …Dennis
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FIESTA DE MAYO IN NORTH PATCHOGUE
The North Patchogue Fire Department will present “Fiesta De Mayo” at their headquarters at 33 Davidson Avenue on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 1500. The band ‘Radio Riot’ will be featured and food will be served from 1600-1900, with the band starting at 1800. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door. There will be door prizes, raffles and 50/50 chances. For information or tickets call 631-4751788, extension 502.
BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY The Riverhead Fire Department Ironmen Drill Team will be hosting an “All You Can Eat” Easter Bunny Pancake Breakfast on April 13, 2014, from 08001200 at 540 Roanoke Avenue in Riverhead. Adults are $12, seniors $10, children ages 6-12 are $8 and children under five are free.
AN EVENING WITH JEFFREY WANDS The Hewlett Fire Department and Exempt Association will hold an evening with psychic/medium and radio personality Jeffery Wands on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Seating starts at 1800 and the event will begin at 1900. The proceeds from the performance will be contributed to fire department related charities. The Hewlett Fire Department is located at 25 Franklin Avenue in Hewlett. Tickets for the event are $35 per person and can be purchased at www.brownpaper tickets.com/event/573302. Admission includes refreshments, and raffles will be
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available for purchase. Seating is limited to those 16 years of age and older. For more information, please call 516-374-9801, ext. 4 or 516-316-5947.
ATTENTION WOMEN IN THE FIRE SERVICE Fire Service Women of New York State (FSWNYS) is accepting applications for 2014 Phoenix Firecamp to be held July 20-25, 2014. This is a weeklong livein camp held in Utica, New York, for females age 14 to 20. Applications and information can be found at www.fswnys.org. Over 140 young women have graduate from the camp. Campers from all over the US and Canada are accepted.
TRIP TO THE NEW 9-11 MUSEUM & MEMORIAL August 19th, September 27th and October 22nd. Includes lunch, motorcoach transportation and entrance fees. Go on the above dates or get get your own bus for your department on the date and pickup location of your choice. Call Fire News Vacations at 631-869-5630.
BRENTWOOD FD 5K RUN The Brentwood Fire Department is holding its 5K run on Saturday, April 12, 2014. The scholarship run is going to be held at the St. Joseph’s school grounds located at 1725 Brentwood Road in Brentwood. Applications and all of the information can be found on the department website Brentwoodfire.com. Anyone that may need any further information can call 631-273-7080 extension 3231. Anyone that would like to contact the committeedirectly can do so by e-mail AE5krun@brentwood fire.com.
LEVITTOWN FD CRAFT FAIR The 5th Annual Levittown FD Craft Fair will be held at the old K-Mart lot, 3350 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown. Organizers have listened and have decided to hold a two-day craft fair. The dates for this year’s craft fair are on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 to 4, 2014. Pricong is currently being structured for the event. The fees will offer the vendor, a space for both days or for just a single day. Once a final decision is made and the legal matters are secured for the property, interested parties will be notified with the pricing and the application. For more information e-mail us at LFDE7Craftfair@yahoo.com or contact Frank 516-644-7875 or Fred 516-244-8834.
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Any firefighter interested in playing for a Long Island Volunteer Firefighter semi-pro football team please contact Phil Sullivan at 10pipe@ optonline.net or Phil Sullivan at 631-467-0629.
11TH ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE BIKES
On April 13, 2014, rain or shine, the 11th Annual Blessing of the Bikes will be held. Come to Applebee’s in Farmingville at 1100-1245. Kickstands are up at 1300. There is a $15 donation for rider and passenger. T-shirt and date pin is free for the first 100 registered riders. Applebee’s is located in Farmingville at 1935 North Ocean Avenue. Destination: Shrine of Our Lady of the Island, Manorville. This year there will be no waiting or delays at the shrine. Blessing will commence on arrival at the shrine. This is an AMA-sanctioned event. For T-shirt sponsorship and general information, call 631-235 7196.
BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY
On April 13, 2014, the West Babylon Fire Department will hold its annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at their headquarters at 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon from 0800 to noon. Pancakes, sausages, coffee, tea and orange juice will be served. Adults are $7, children $4, children under three, free. Come take pictures with the Easter Bunny in our Enchanted Spring Garden. See Sparky the Talking, Animated Fire Dog driving his own Fire Engine. Operation Safe Child ID Program free (courtesy of the Masons), free games and giveaways, from WBAB Radio, and the TMB Model Train Club on hand with a working table top train set. For additional information call 631-9912254 or e-mail kosman@westbabylonfd.org.
CHINESE AUCTION IN MIDDLE ISLAND
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Middle Island Fire Department will hold a Chinese Auction on Saturday, June 21, 2014. Doors will open at 1800. Contact Lydia Fusco at 631 561-3901 or Joanne Weldon at 631 682-1624 for more information.
BLOOD DRIVE AND BONE MARROW REGISTRATION
The North Massapequa Fire Department will be hosting the organization’s semi-Annual Blood Drive and Bone Marrow Registration on Tuesday, April 8,
2014, at the North Massapequa Fire Department’s Headquarters (1000 Broadway in North Massapequa, New York) from 1530 to 2030. Hospitals use hundreds of pints of blood each day to meet the needs of Long Island’s patients. Giving blood is always in season, and what better way to make a difference than by helping someone in need. “People should always donate whenever they can,” Chief Mauro said. “Your life saving gift of blood is essential to help offset periods of peak demand, when supplies can drop drastically, with little notice.” The fire department will provide food and refreshments for everyone who attends the blood drive. For more information, residents can contact the fire department by calling 516-579-0900. Residents can also go online at www.NMFD-660.com.
COMMACK SMOKE AND SMOKE
The Commack Fire Department Company 4 will hold there 4th Annual Smoke and Smoke. The event will be held on June 7, 2014, at 1600, in the park at the rear of the Commack Fire Department Headquarters. Admission is $60 and includes five hand rolled cigars. If you preregister by June 2, you will receive an extra cigar. A cigar hand roller will be onsite. Enjoy all that you can eat and drink, door prizes and raffles, including a chance to win an iPad. There will also be a Belmont Stakes viewing party. The barbeque will include brisket, pulled pork, ribs and chicken. Contact Bobby at 631-404-7641 for tickets.
DEPARTMENTS GEAR UP FOR RECRUITNY
Volunteer fire departments across New York State will open their doors and fire truck bays to local residents during the weekend of Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 as part of the fourth annual RecruitNY statewide volunteer firefighter recruitment effort. RecruitNY is designed to help increase volunteer membership which has suffered over the last few years due to various factors including the state of the economy. For fire departments that would like to sign up for RecruitNY, simply log on to www.recruitny.org/signup and fill out the participation form. The program provides fire departments with access to recruitment resources, communication tools, posters, banners, etc. via http://recruitny.org/resources.php to help a firehouse hold a recruitment open house. For more information on RecruitNY, visit www.recruitny.org.
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Obituary
Ex-Chief Ross Huffer Answers His Last Alarm
It is with deep regret that the Nesconset Fire Department announces the Line of Duty Death of ex-Chief Ross Huffer. Ross was 66 years of age and a 48-year member of the department. Ex-Chief Huffer was the Nesconset Chief of Department from 1982-1984. He received the Medal of Valor for saving a resident from a house fire in December of 1981. He also received the Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council’s Unit Citation in 1992 and 1994. Ross was directly responsible for restoring the department’s 1937 American LaFrance pumper. His restoration of the pumper resulted in the department winning numerous awards. Ross Hunter worked for the Suffolk County Police Department for 20 years as an Evidence Recovery Tow Truck Operator and previously owned his own towing business. He served in the United States Army from 1967-1969. For 21 years, Ross served the Nesconset Fire Department as an Emergency Medical Technician and operated the department’s First Responder Unit. Ross had a great sense of humor and behind that “tough guy” persona, was the first person to step up to the plate to help anyone in need of assistance. He managed to keep the moral in the department high by listening to people and encouraging them to be the best that they could be. Ex-Chief Huffer died from an apparent heart attack when he returned from a previous alarm. He was rushed to St. Catherine’s Hospital in Smithtown, where he died. A Firematic Funeral with full honors took place at the Nesconset Fire Department on March 4, 2014. Interment was at Calverton National Cemetery in Calverton, NY. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone and Kevin Peterson
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150 Firefighters Battle Huntington Blaze The Huntington Fire Department received an alarm for a commercial building fire on New York Avenue on March 1, 2014. Firefighters arrived to find a heavy fire condition on the second floor and through the windows and roof of the two-story structure. Some 150 firefighters battled the blaze with 20 trucks, and five ambulances. Assisting departments responded from Halesite, Huntington Manor, Cold Spring Harbor, Centerport, Greenlawn, East Northport, Northport, Melville, Commack, Syosset, Oyster Bay and Huntington Community First Aid Squad. Units were under the command of Chief Robert Berry, with operations by Assistant Chief Jesse Cukro, and Deputy Chiefs Robert Conroy and Brian Keane. The blaze was brought under control at about 2200, and units remained on the scene through the night until noon the next day. The Suffolk Police Arson Squad and Town of Huntington Fire Marshal were investigating. Suffolk Fire-Rescue Coordinators were on the scene providing assistance. Suffolk County Water Authority Chairman Jim Gaughran was on site to assist firefighters with water supply problems. Chief Berry extended his thanks to all the mutual aid departments and agencies that assisted. He also thanked the One Stop adjacent to the fire building for keeping the store opened and providing firefighters with food and coffee during the fire. - Fire News photos by Steve Silverman and Alex VanSantvoord
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Occupants Escape Flames in Dix Hills Recently, the Dix Hills Fire Department responded to a house fire on Millett Drive. The fire appeared to have started in the kitchen and it was believed that three people were in the house when the flames erupted. Fortunately, they all escaped the flames. The fire advanced very quickly forcing Dix Hills, Deer Park, Greenlawn, Melville and Huntington Manor to fight the flames with an exterior attack. -Fire News photos by D. Thomas, Alex VanSantvoord and Steve Silverman
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Fatal Fire Injures East Farmingdale Firefighters
On February 26, 2014, the East Farmingdale Fire Company was alerted for a house fire in the vicinity of Melville Road and Alexander Avenue. Chief of Department Sherback, Third Assistant Chief Iuzzini and Engines 1-5-1, 1-5-2 and Ladder 1-5-15 were on the road immediately as they were taking up from another alarm. First arriving units encountered a two-story home with heavy fire showing from the number 2, 3, and 4 sides on the first floor. An aggressive primary search located a victim on the second floor. Multiple mutual aid was requested to the scene from Farmingdale, South Farmingdale, Melville and Bethpage. Five firefighters were hurt in the early stages of the fire while trying to get the victim out. All of the firefighters were treated and released from the hospital. Despite their best efforts the victim succumbed to his injuries. The Suffolk County Police Arson Squad was investigating. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza
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New York State Association of Fire Chiefs Appoints New Executive Director & CEO The New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC), the statewide association representing career and volunteer fire chiefs throughout New York has appointed Gerald R. "Jerry" DeLuca as its new executive director and CEO. DeLuca has an extensive history of public and emergency service as well as being a highly qualified association manager. He has previously worked as executive director of the Automotive Recyclers Association of New York and as the director of government affairs for the New York State Motor Truck Association. DeLuca has a long history with the fire service. He currently is a deputy county fire coordinator in Albany County and was previously 1st assistant chief of the Ravena Fire Department. DeLuca also served as a part-time police investigator and public information officer for the Town of Coeymans Police Department. In commenting on the selection of Jerry DeLuca as the NYSAFC executive director and CEO, association 1st Vice President Donald Corkery said, "We are extremely pleased to have Jerry DeLuca joining our team. His experience in managing associations and his knowledge of the fire service as well as state government make him the right person for this job. We have many issues to address including working with our colleagues in the fire service to ensure that the lives of New Yorkers are protected by adopting the new building code." DeLuca said, "I am extremely honored and pleased to be given this opportunity. Taking on the leadership of the State Association of Fire Chiefs is a tremendous opportunity for me. It allows me to combine my ability to manage an association with my passion for fire and emergency services. I look forward to continuing to grow the association and to making certain that we continue to provide high quality service and training to fire chiefs throughout the state." DeLuca is replacing Thomas LaBelle who has taken a position as division fire chief in Albemarle County, Va. DeLuca stated, "Tom LaBelle has been a tremendous asset to the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs and to the fire service in New York state. I am sure his skills and knowledge will be extremely beneficial to the people of Virginia."
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Up Close & Personal
Holtsville Firefighters Cameron Wilken and Ryan Mullins. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez
Barbara Goemans and Darrel Penberg. -Fire News photo by D.Thomas
SCFC 5-0-6 Jim Scholl at recent Mount Sinai structure fire. - Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault
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Oil Truck Fire in Massapequa
On February 16, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Merrick Road just west of Park Boulevard, involving a fuel oil delivery tanker. Units arriving found the truck’s rear ablaze. Massapequa Chief of Department Daresta was in command and had foam lines set up on the east and west side of the truck. Homes in the area and St. Rose Church, which was about 400 feet away, were evacuated. North Massapequa and Wantagh Fire Departments were called in for additional foam; more than 40 cans were used. Merrick Road was closed for many hours while the fuel that was still on the truck was removed and the large cleanup of the area took place. The Nassau County Fire Marshal's Office was investigating. - Fire News photos by Ed Tuffy
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Roslyn Stops Attic Fire The Roslyn Fire Department was called to a two-story garden apartment complex on Laurel Street on February 11, 2014, for a report of smoke in an apartment. First arriving units discovered an active fire in the attic of the complex. Mutual aid was called from Glenwood and Port Washington. A single hose line was used to extinguish the fire above the apartment of origin, with no extension to the surrounding units. - Fire News photo by Tim Asbell
Flames Damage Wantagh Home A fire broke out on March 16, 2014, and damaged a Center Lane home. The alarm was transmitted for an oil burner fire for Wantagh’s Stations 2 and 4. The call was upgraded to a General Alarm when Chief Kelly arrived. The fire extended out of the oil burner and burned through the boiler room door and was extending into the living and dining rooms. Fire units arrived and a handline was stretched. The fire was confined to the first floor. The occupants escaped prior to the arrival of the firefighters. The Levittown Fire Department provided a FAST unit to the scene. -Fire News photo by Harry Loud
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Worker Blasted in Central Islip
Fast Work at Freeport Blaze
The Central Islip Fire Department responded to a working structure fire on March 13, 2014. Upon the arrival of Chief Kevin J. McAteer, a working fire was transmitted. The fire was in a twostory private dwelling with fire showing on the 2 - 3 sides of the structure. Mutual aid was requested from Hauppauge for the RIT and for Islip Terrace to standby at Central Islip Headquarters. Also on scene was the Central Islip-Hauppauge Ambulance. The Islip Town Fire Marshal and Suffolk County Police Department Arson Squad were also on scene assisting in the operations. -Fire News photo by Rich Stark
Recently, one occupant of a Freeport home was transported to the hospital after a late afternoon fire on the second floor of a Noon Place home in Freeport. Firefighters had the blaze under control within 20 minutes. - Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Working at the Car Wash, Yeah Recently, firefighters were confronted with a fire in a one-story car wash. Mutual aid was received from New Hyde Park, Mineola, Manhasset, Lakeville to the scene. -Fire News photos by Chris Creighton
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Huntington Manor CO Incident at Legal Sea Foods The Huntington Manor Fire Department and Huntington Community First Aid Squad responded to an incident at Legal Sea Foods in the Walt Whitman Shops,on February 22, 2014. Huntington Manor was requested for the forcible entry of a door to gain access to an aided case in the basement. Firefighters discovered high levels of carbon monoxide, and assisted with the removal of the initial two patients as well as three Suffolk County Police Officers and four ambulance crew members from Huntington Community that were overcome by CO poisoning. Mutual aid for additional ambulances was requested from: Melville, Dix Hills, Greenlawn, Plainview and Syosset FDs, Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps, with Huntington FD and East Farmingdale Rescue on standby. Ambulances transported 29 patients to five area hospitals. The restaurant manager was pronounced dead at Huntington Hospital. About 100 firefighters and EMS personnel were on the scene with three engines, three heavy rescue trucks, and 15 ambulances. Units were under the command of Huntington Manor Chief Fred Steenson, Jr., and Assistant Chiefs Frank McQuade, Mike DePasquale and Jon Hoffmann. Suffolk County Fire-Rescue Coordinators and EMS personnel were also dispatched to provide assistance. The incident is being investigated by the Suffolk Police Homicide and Arson Squads, and the Town of Huntington Fire Marshal. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman
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Manhasset-Lakeville KOs Fire
On February 21, 2014, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 4 and 5 were dispatched to an interior odor of smoke on Tanners Road in Lake Success. Deputy Chief Candan arrived on scene and reported that he had smoke showing out of the attic vent and eaves. He also added that all occupants were out and requested the addition of Company 3, the ambulance unit and to start out the FAST unit.
Engine 8758 was the first piece of apparatus to arrive on the scene. The officer of Engine 8758 entered the house and reported that he had visible fire in the attic. After receiving this report, Deputy Chief Candan transmitted the signal for a working house fire. The crew of Engine 8758 stretched a line, while the crew from Ladder 8743 began to access the attic’s crawl space and open up the ceiling from below. The crews from Engine 8735, Rescue
8730 and Tower Ladder 8744 checked for extension and performed searches, which were all negative. Deputy Chief Kiess (8701) was in command of interior operations. The fire was placed under control by Deputy Chief Candan within 30 minutes and units began taking up within an hour. The Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office was investigating. -Fire News story by Kirk Candan. -Fire News photos by Lee Genser
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Up Close & Personal Congratulations Chief Howard Snow In January, Chief Howard Snow of the Manorville Fire Department was sworn into office. Chief Snow has been sworn into office three times as Chief of Department of the Great River Fire Department and now as Chief of Department for the Manorville Fire Department. Howie is also the owner of Eagle Fire Equipment. In the photo is Howie’s daughter Bianca who is six- years old and was the star of the installation dinner. -Fire News photo by a very proud mom
Training Them Early at Babylon Central Babylon Central Fire Alarm Chief of Operations Barbara Bender gets a surprise visit at 1-0-0 from future dispatcher, eight-month old grandson William J. Bender V.
Dix Hills Fire Department Third Assistant Chief Tom Napolitano at a recent house fire. -Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber
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Fatal Fire in East Patchogue
On February 18, 2014, the Hagerman, Bellport, Patchogue, and great effort from both the fire and police departments, a woman North Patchogue Fire Departments and South Country Ambulance perished in the fire. -Fire News photo by Tim Edwards responded to a structure fire in East Patchogue. Sadly, despite a
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Flames Halted in Massapequa
On February 22, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department was called to a house fire on Eastlake Avenue. First Assistant Chief Keuchler arrived to find fire on the first floor extending to the second. Second Assistant Chief Fitzsimmons arrived and handled the fire attack. Engine 635 and Ladder 636 were the first units on the scene followed by additional engine and ladder companies. The crew from 635 stretched two lines into the house, putting one into operation. The crews from Ladders 632 and 636 laddered, searched and vented the home. The fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes with no reported injuries. South Farmingdale was requested to the scene for a FAST unit. - Fire News photos by Paul Mazza and Ed Tuffy
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Great Neck House Fire On March 2, 2014, the Great Neck Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire on Alger Road. First arriving units transmitted a working fire in an unoccupied home with visible smoke and flame. Exterior operations were conducted and the blaze was brought under control. - Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
Air Transport Needed in Elmont The Elmont Fire Department provided coverage at a landing zone after a resident was burned in a kitchen fire on West Gate on the morning of March 6, 2014. The injured person was transported to the Dutch Broadway School by a Nassau County Ambulance and then airlifted to NUMC by Nassau County Air Bureau. -Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Quick Work of Morning Fire in Blue Point
The Blue Point Fire Department was alerted to a reported house fire on February 11, 2014. Upon arrival, a working fire was transmitted and mutual aid was called in from Bayport, Patchogue and North Patchogue. Firefighters made an aggressive attack on the fire, knocking down the main body in under 10 minutes. There were no reported injuries but there was significant damage to the contents of the house. - Fire News photos by Tim Asbell
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Fatality at Greenport Blaze
On March 5, 2014, Greenport Fire Department responded to a house fire on First Street. On arrival, units encountered heavy fire from the first floor and a frantic women trying to enter, saying there was a disabled man trapped inside. Firefighters entered, extin-
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Smithtown Homeowner Discovers Flames The Smithtown Fire Department responded to a house fire on Landing Avenue on March 2, 2014. A fire was discovered by the homeowner in a second floor bedroom. Occupants were able to evacuate prior to firefighters arrival. A male occupant suffered chest pain and had to be transported to Saint Catherine’s Hospital by Smithtown Fire Department Ambulance. Quick actions by firefighters were able to contain the blaze to the area of origin. Assisting Smithtown during operations were Kings Park and Commack Ambulance while Commack Fire Department stood by. - Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber
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Halesite Does it All
The Halesite Fire Department has had a busy winter. On February 23, 2014, the department held a drill on Ice Water Rescue. Members practiced removal techniques in Huntington Harbor. They also operated at Huntington’s commercial structure fire on New York Avenue on March 11, 2014. And finally, in keeping with the tradition of Saint Patrick’s Day, members proudly marched at the Huntington Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, held on March 9, 2014. -Fire News photos by Kate Kuntz
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Exposures Threatened at Hempstead Blaze
The Hempstead Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire on Wellington Place on the afternoon of March 6, 2014. Arriving units were faced with heavy fire conditions in a twostory, peaked roof private dwelling. Exposures were also a concern as flames were shooting into a garage next door. Lines were stretched to the exposure and the main fire building and an aggressive attacked darkened the fire down. The original reports of people inside were unfounded. Mutual aid companies from surrounding districts assisted in the extinguishment. -Fire News photos by George Sandas -Fire News story by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Setauket Makes Quick Stop
The Setauket Fire Department responded to University Drive for a fire that destroyed the north end of the home. With the help of mutual aid departments, the fire was quickly brought under control, saving the home from total destruction. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone and Gary Faucon
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Search Saves Occupant in Lakeview
Firefighters from the Lakeview Fire Department pulled a 48-year-old tenant from a burning home on March 12, 2014. Reports came in for a house fire on Whitestar Avenue and firefighters found a blaze on the first floor of the two-story house. While searching the house, they located a disoriented tenant in a smoke filled basement apartment. He was immediately removed and rushed to a waiting ambulance. -Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Two Injured at Deer Park Blaze On February 19, 2014, the Deer Park Fire Department was activated for a house fire in the vicinity of Grand Boulevard and the West 20th Street. First Assistant Chief Bradbury was the first on the scene and found heavy fire showing from the exposure three side on first floor. Chief of Department Giammarino arrived and took command as Assistant Chiefs Bradbury, Biolosi and Scarfi handled the fire attack. First-due Engine 1-4-11 picked up a hydrant and stretched two handlines to the house, while the crew from North
Babylon 1-8-6 began searching and venting. Wyandanch was requested for RIT but was put to work and replaced by Dix Hills. West Islip was requested for an engine to the scene, and its crew stretched a third line. The fire was brought under control within an hour with two occupants transported to Good Samaritan and Nassau University Medical Center. The cause of the fire is under investigation. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
Dumpster Burns in Bohemia Recently, the Bohemia Fire Department extinguished a dumpster fire behind Sherwin Williams Paints on Lakeland Avenue in Bohemia. The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time. -Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone
Gym Fire in Setauket Recently, the Setauket Fire Department was alerted for a roof collapse at the World Gym in Setauket. Upon arrival of 3rd Assistant Chief Paul Rodier, he requested a rescue truck and ladder truck. A male on a forklift was stuck on the roof. Setauket firefighters used their tower ladder to safely evacuate the man and bring him to the ground. The Brookhaven Fire Marshal Office and Brookhaven Town Building Inspector both responded to the scene and National Grid was called. All occupants were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported. -Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault
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Car Fire in N. Babylon The crew from North Babylon Engine 18-2 made quick work of a minivan fire in the driveway of an Oswego Place home in the early morning hours of February 21, 2014. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
Bay Shore Car Fire On March 5, 2014, the Bay Shore Fire Department responded to a reported vehicle fire at the corner of Union Boulevard and Lanier Lane in Bay Shore. First on scene was Assistant Chief John Ippolito, Jr., who advised responding units that the vehicle was engulfed in flames and everyone was out of the car. The crew of Bay Shore Hose Co. 1, Engine 311 made quick work of the fire and knocked it down without further incident. - Fire News photo by John Ippolito, Jr.
Island Park Handles Car Fire The Island Park Fire Department responded to a car fire on the Long Beach bridge on March 7, 2014. Assistant Chief Michael Whalen was on scene within minutes and confirmed a fully involved car fire. Engine 224 and Ladder 223 put one line into operation and brought the scene under control. The car fire appears to be the result of a previous accident that occurred on the 500 block of East Park Avenue in Long Beach. There were no reported injuries as a result of this incident. -Fire News photo by Zachary B. Grunther
Driver Evacs Car Just in Time The North Babylon Fire Company responded with First Assistant Chief Cabano, Engines 1-8-1, 1-8-2, 1-8-8 and Ambulance 1-8-7 to a car fire on Belmont Avenue on March 1, 2014. The driver of a Ford Explorer was driving and noticed a problem and was able to pull to the side of the road and exit the vehicle before it was engulfed. One line was used from 1-8-2 to extinguish the fire in about 10 minutes. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
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Heavy Fire in Central Islip On March 8, 2014, the Central Islip Fire Department activated for a structure fire on Caleb’s Path. SCPD advised of possible people trapped. Chief of Department McAteer arrived to heavy fire showing though the roof of the single-story home. First-due Engine 3-7-1 dropped a supply line at the hydrant on the way in, which was picked up and supplied by second-due Engine 3-7-4. Ladder 3-7-5 set up in the driveway on the exposure 1 side. As conditions worsened, all members were pulled from the house. The fire was knocked down in about an hour with extensive overhaul taking place. Searches of the house were negative. One resident was taken to Southside Hospital with injuries. The fire displaced eight adults and two children. Hauppauge, East Brentwood, and Islip Terrace, Central IslipHauppauge and Islip Exchange Ambulance Corps were also on scene. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza
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Town of Brookhaven Building Burns in Mt. Sinai On February 28, 2014, the Mount Sinai Fire Department was alerted for a commercial structure fire on Canal Road at the Town of Brookhaven yard. Upon arrival of Mount Sinai Chief of Department Dave Taylor, the fire was found to be well involved within a pay loader with moderate extension to a building. Due to the length of the structure, Chief Taylor requested mutual aid from Terryville for an engine and Coram for their tower ladder. After attempted entry, the decision was made to go into exterior operations. Middle Island and Rocky Point were each requested for a ladder truck. All available Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals were also requested. Multiple five-inch supply lines and handlines were put in operation. Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance Corps provided EMS, while Port Jefferson Fire Department provided an engine to cover MSFD from their HQ. The fire was under investigation by the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal Office. - Fire News photos by Andrew Tetreault
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Car Fire at LIRR Station
On February 8, 2014, the Holbrook Fire Department was activated for a vehicle fire on a snow covered trail on the south side parking-lot of the Ronkonkoma train station. Upon arrival, the commanding chiefs transmitted a working fire. Engine 6 out of Holbrook’s headquarters was the first engine on scene and quickly had the fire under control. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez
Car Fire Knocked Out in Franklin Square
Firefighters from the Franklin Square and Munson extinguished a car fire in the driveway of a house on Brixton Road South in Garden City South on March 10, 2014. -Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
Standby Crews Go to Work in Bay Shore On February 8, 2014, Suffolk County Fire activated the Bay Shore Fire Department for a car fire at the intersection of Howells Road and the South Service Road of Sunrise Highway in the vicinity of the deli. Because the department was out of service for their installation dinner, Farmindagle and Bethpage were on standby at Bay Shore’s headquarters and responded quickly. Second Assistant Chief of Farmingdale, Patrick Tortoso, responded along with Engine 921 and Bethpage’s Ladder 904. Upon their arrival, they found a minivan with a visible engine compartment fire, which was extinguished in short order. -Fire News photo by Rich Stark
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Quick Work in Freeport
On March 5, 2014, the Freeport Fire Department responded to Polk Avenue for a report of a garage fire. Freeport Engine 216 used their hose and put water on the fire saving the rest of the garage from further damage. - Fire News photos By Bill Bennett
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Snow Standby MVA in Selden During a snow standby on February 3, 2014, Selden was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on North Evergreen Drive. The call involved multiple vehicles and was under the command of 5-25-32 and 5-25-33. One person was transported to the hospital. -Fire News photo by Vinnie Ammirati
Middle Island Heavy Rescue Recently, the Middle Island Fire Department was called out for a two-car MVA at the intersection of Rocky Point and Middle Island Roads. Heavy rescue removed the driver’s side B post of one car; the other driver was ambulatory upon arrival. - Fire News photo by Christian Dideriksen
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Ejection, Entrapment at Merrick MVA
Door Pop Needed in Levittown
On February 17, 2014, the Merrick Fire Department responded to a four-car MVA with entrapment and ejection. Within seconds Chief of Department Paul Waterman of the Merrick Fire Department was on scene, confirming one female ejected and one pinned in a car. Units put hydraulic tools to work, extricated the occupant and and transported four patients to Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow. The patient who was ejected was found in traumatic arrest underneath one of the vehicles. Two members from the Bellmore Fire Department witnessed the incident take place, sprung into action and notified the fire dispatcher and immediately made patient contact. - Fire News photo by Zachary B. Grunther
On March 13, 2014, the Levittown Fire Department was alerted for a multi-car accident on Hempstead Turnpike in front of the Nassau Mall. Third Deputy Chief Al Williams was first on the scene and reported a three-car MVA with possibly five to be aided and a door pop required. Heavy Rescue 624 arrived at the scene and put the tool to work. Three people were transported to NUMC with nonlife threatening injuries and two others refused medical attention at the scene. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
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Wantagh Home Damaged by MVA Just after midnight on March 1, 2014, the Wantagh Fire Department, Nassau County Police Ambulance Bureau and Emergency Services responded to a Riverside Drive home for an accident involving an SUV that ran into a house. The driver of a Chevy Suburban jumped the curb, drove up the steps and crashed through the front doors of the home and stopped in the middle of the house. Crews from Engine 693 and Heavy Rescue 6914 checked the house for further damage and put up supports in the doorway. The driver was removed from the vehicle and transported to Nassau University Medical Center by Nassau County Police Ambulance. There were no injuries to anyone in the house. Chief of Department Jackowitz was in charge of fire department units on scene. -Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
Icy Roads in Malverne The Malverne Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on Hempstead Avenue on the snowy morning of March 3, 2014. A car left the slippery roadway and struck a parked car. The driver suffered minor injuries and was transported by Nassau County EMS. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Nesconset MVA The Nesconset Fire Department responded to a heavy rescue motor vehicle accident on Smithtown Boulevard and Nichols Road. The crew used hydraulic tools to remove the door to free the driver. Three patients where transported to Stony Brook University Hospital. -Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone
Commack Responds to Overturn On February 19, 2014, the Commack Fire Department and the Commack Ambulance Squad responded to an MVA overturn on Jericho Turnpike, east of Indian Head Road. Upon arrival, the paramedics and firefighters worked together to free the victim from his car with the help of the hydraulic tools. The patient was stabilized and transported to the hospital. -Fire News photo by Tom Pesce
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Keeping Up with Our Fleet in Bad Weather Conditions By Daniel Peluso For those of us who have district mechanics or repair facilities on site, it is sometimes easier to not care as much about how our equipment is used or placed back in service knowing someone will be looking at it. Long Island departments have had their fair share of bad weather in the past year from heat waves to hurricanes. This never ending winter’s snow and cold all have a tremendous impact on the fleet we count on. Let’s understand that our rigs, no matter how well they are built, have a breakdown point and it all starts with the people that use them. All vehicles manufactured today have one thing in common. They all wear down and at some point fail. When asked to wash a vehicle it should not be looked at as punishment, but one extra step in keeping your apparatus in service. This year’s salt and sand will affect our rigs long after the snow is gone. However, we can take a proactive approach in slowing the damage before a failure. Auto steps, door hinges and roll-up door tracks all collect road grime that, when added to sand and salt, can prematurely damage them quickly. Road salt is a corrosive and loves to eat at copper wiring, and, depending on how you like to illuminate your rigs, could make a great meal for vehicles left unwashed in their truck bay. Sand left collecting on tops of battery trays cuts through insulated battery cables. Driveline vibration can easily damage truck wiring. Compartment door switches and cab foot peddles all start to oxidize when left dirty. We all know that we should drain pumps in cold weather or that recirculation is needed to cool a pump from overheating. These basic steps are commonly done to avoid damage, so take the 10 minutes the next time your rig has completed a run and rinse it down. It will be greatly appreciated by your department, district and your community. Stay Safe.
Daniel Peluso is a 27year 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 articles for many trade magazines throughout the fire service and the automotive industry.
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Setauket FD and PD Search for Occupants On March 15, 2014, just after 0400, police from Suffolk County and the Setauket Fire Department were called to the westbound lanes of Route 347 just east of Wireless Road, after a car hit a utility pole and flipped multiple times. Items from the car, including children’s items and a car seat, were found all about the scene and 15 feet into the air in a tree. The semiconscious driver was found on the side of the road. It is unknown if he was ejected or climbed out of the vehicle. He could not give a definitive answer if he was alone in the car. This forced police and fire personnel to search the area surrounding the crash for any ejected passengers. Fortunately, none were found. The driver was taken to Stony Brook Medical Center for treatment. -Fire News photo by AJ Ryan
Broadsided in Commack On March 1, 2014, at around 1500, the Commack Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Commack Road and Henry Boulevard. An SUV was broadsided as it was making a turn. The driver of the SUV was transported by Commack Ambulance with minor injuries. The driver of the other truck was not injured. -Fire News photo by David Rubin
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Huntington Manor Heavy Rescue Overturn The Huntington Manor Fire Department responded to a crash on Depot Road near Brewster Street in Huntington Station on March 6, 2014. Upon arrival, firefighters found a Kia sedan resting precariously on its side after crashing into a guardrail and a tree with the driver trapped inside. Firefighters stabilized the overturned car and extricated the victim. The injured male driver was transported to Huntington Hospital by the Huntington Community First Aid Squad. About 30 Huntington Manor firefighters were on the scene with three heavy rescue trucks and two engines. - Fire News photos by Steve Silverman and FDActionShots.com
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Overturn, Extrication in Mt. Sinai On March 3, 2014 the Mount Sinai Fire Department and Suffolk County Police Department were notified of an MVA with an overturn with entrapment. Chief of Department Dave Taylor requested heavy rescue to the scene. Crews deployed hydraulic tools to extricate the two drivers. Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance Corps responded and requested an additional ambulance from Miller Place. The two victims were successfully extricated and both transported with undisclosed injuries to Stony Brook University Medical Center. - Fire News photo by FullyInvolvedPhoto.com
Out of Control in West Hempstead The driver of a car was uninjured after he lost control of his vehicle, flipped over, and landed in the woods along the Southern State Parkway near exit 18 (Eagle Avenue) in West Hempstead, early on December 9, 2013. Lakeview firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the scene to render assistance. -Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Holtsville Overturn On February 16, 2014, the Holtsville Fire Department responded to an MVA overturn on the LIE South Service Road. The driver self extricated but was taken to Stony Brook Hospital by Holtsville Ambulance and treated for minor injuries. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez
Driver Detained in West Hempstead A driver was detained by Nassau County Police on March 9, 2014, after she struck four parked cars along Hempstead Avenue in West Hempstead. She then slammed her SUV into a beauty supply store. West Hempstead and EMS personnel were on the scene to handle the call. -Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Dog Saved in Sag Harbor On February 8, 2014, members of the Sag Harbor Fire Department Dive Team responded to Bayview Court in North Haven after receiving a report of a dog that had fallen through the ice. First responders found a dog with only his head above water approximately 50-yards offshore, barking and crying. A boat was immediately dispatched with dive team members Alex Smith and Scott Fordham aboard, with Rich Simmons in the water ahead of the boat, breaking the ice by hand so that it could proceed. Simmons soon reached the frightened animal, and after loading him into the boat the team quickly brought him back to shore into the waiting arms of Sag Harbor Ambulance personnel, who warmed him before turning him over to the
Southampton Town Animal Control office. They in turn transported him to the East End Veterinary Emergency Center In Riverhead for further treatment. Attending physician Dr. Gal Vatash reported that “Morgan” was admitted in poor condition after probably having been in the frigid water for roughly 45 minutes, and was suffering from hypothermia, with a body temperature of below 90 degrees. “He was definitely looking at the light at the end of the tunnel,” said Vatash. After an overnight treatment of plasma and warm fluids, however, Morgan was released to his owners the following afternoon, and
“…went home wagging his tail.” Vatash credits the members of the Sag Harbor FD and Ambulance Corps with saving the dog’s life, as well as simple good luck: he was spotted early. A microchip embedded in Morgan’s skin enabled reuniting Morgan with his owner. -Fire News photos by Michael Heller
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HENDRICKSON’S NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART FIRE TRUCK DEALERSHIP To meet growing demand in our fire truck sales and fire truck service divisions, Hendrickson has purchased a new facility, which will open in June 2014. The new facility is conveniently located off the Long Island Expressway in the Village of Islandia and will allow us to better serve the increase in our business. Hendrickson purchased the facility in September and has been busy extensively renovating the building as well as adding an addition. “The new dealership will allow us to provide an extraordinary customer experience and improve our already strong service capabilities,” said Craig Probst, Hendrickson Vice President and General Manager. “We also wanted to provide a best-in-class work environment for our employees and we have succeeded in doing both.” The new 20,000 square foot operation is double the size of the current facility in Huntington and offers the following:
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Huntington Town Fire Police Installation Dinner On March 9, 2014, the Town of Huntington Fire Police celebrated their Annual 63rd Installation Dinner at the Huntington Manor Fire Department Headquarters. President Giovanni V. Chiarelli welcomed the members, their guest and the Huntington officals. He then invited Huntington Town Clerk Jo Ann Raia to swear in the officers: himself, Vice President Douglas K. Kronenberg, Treasurer Ray Wandursky, Sergeant at Arms Steve Lauschus, and Deacon Edward Billia. Chiarelli then presented a bouquet of flowers to Jo Ann Raia for her continued support of the Town of Huntington Fire Police Association, and then recognized past-President Gary J. Ruggiero and exPresident Richard A Kondenar and presented them with rings for their years of service. Joseph York of the East Northport Fire Department was presented with a certificate for his 50 years of service, followed by Captain David Schombs of the Huntington Manor Fire Police presenting a bouquet of flowers to Dee Lynch for her continued support of the Huntington Manor Fire Police. -Fire News photos by Tom Pesce
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Lynbrook Junior Fire Department Honors Members The Lynbrook Junior Fire Department held their Annual Installation Dinner and honored outgoing Captain Ryan Kenny, son of Lisa and firefighter Mike Kenny. Ryan was also honored by Chief of Department Edward Hynes, Lynbrook Mayor William Hendrick, New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran, and Town of Hempstead Senior Councilman Anthony Santino, who each expressed their congratulations and appreciation for Ryan’s term as Captain. During the ceremonies, incoming Captain John O'Reilly III, son of Lori and ex-Chief John O'Reilly, Jr., was sworn in as Captain and spoke about his plans for the junior firefighters for the upcoming year. In addition, Colleen Germain, daughter of Medical Company Captain Janice Germain, received the Junior Firefighter of the Year award for outstanding service. -Fire News photos by Dan Neri -Fire News story by Steve Grogan
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Nassau Jrs. Assn. set up NVFC Junior Training at Jericho On March 15, 2014, the Jericho Fire Department hosted a junior training seminar “Training the Next Generation” for both Nassau and Suffolk advisors. The NVFC had reached out to FASNY’s Youth in the Fire Service Committee, which worked with the Junior Association in Nassau County to find a hosting department to hold a class. Chief Jeff Cash (pictured at far right) of the Cherryville Fire Department in North Carolina travels all around the county giving these seminars for the NVFC. For more information visit www.nvfc.org/juniors. -Fire News photo by Jerry Presta
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West Hempstead Holds Installation and Awards Dinner
On February 8, 2014, the West Hempstead Fire Department held its 89th Annual Installation Dinner. Congratulations to Chief of Department Michael P. O’Neill who was installed with his son. Two members of the department were presented with citations from the Hempstead Fire Department Chiefs for saving a woman at a fire in the village last year. Now a lieutenant, Andrew Brohm and Firefighter Gerard Boettcher will also be receiving a county award later this year for their actions. -Fire News photos by Bill D'Alessandro
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The Safety Officer is Responsible to the Incident Commander This safety tip will be part "B" for the ISO at a type one through three hazards. At these types of incidents either natural or manmade, the ISO will find he must monitor incident operations and on all matters of operational safety advise the Incident Command. He must also include the health and safety of all responding personnel. As always, the Incident Commander or Unified Command and supervisors of all levels of incident management have the ultimate responsibility for the safe conduct of incident management operations. In a Unified Command Structure, "a single safety officer will be designated. In spite of the fact that multiple jurisdictions and/or functional agencies may be involved. The Safety Officer must also ensure the coordination of safety management functions and issues across jurisdictions, across functional agencies, and with the private sector and non-governmental organizations". (NWCG 2006, Intermediate ICS, I-300) According to FEMA (ICS-400 Advanced ICS September 2011) some of the functions of the Safety Officer on this level are: Identify and mitigate Hazards; Ensure Safety Message and briefings are made; Exercise emergency authority to stop and prevent unsafe acts; Review the incident action plan; Assign assistants qualified to evaluate special hazards; Initiate preliminary investigation of accidents within the incident area; Review and approve the medical plan; Participate in planning meetings. Use the Planning "P" Several forms will be used: ICS 200 Incident Action Plan; ICS 201 Incident Briefing; CS 202 Incident Objectives; ICS 205 Incident Communication Plan; ICS 206 Medical Plan, ICS 214 Unit log; ICS 215 Operational Planning worksheet; ICS 215A Incident Action Plan Safety Analysis; ICS 221 Demobilization check-out. Next are supplies the Safety Officer should have: personnel protective equipment (PPE), marked clearly “Safety Officer;” 100 feet of marking tape, clipboard, writing tablet, graph paper, flashlight (with extra batteries), pencils and an assortment of magic markers, pocket notebook, camera, handheld tape recorder, compass, clinometer and anemometer, alarm clock, whistle, chalk and binoculars. Some of the information the SO should obtain: Current status, incident size, numbers (personnel, groups, etc), Incident staging, contaminants of concern, terrain, Exposures, threats, weather conditions, resource commitments, identified risks, injuries, accidents, communication status, organizations, policies, and operating procedures, restrictions, host agency jurisdiction, meeting schedule, etc. Once again, for these types of incidents, I recommend Incident Management Team Courses such as ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 be taken. Many of these courses can also be taken on-line. These courses are also offered by the county. They are excellent courses offered by some of the finest instructors. Another good course is the New York Wildfire Incident Management Academy for All Hazards (NYWIMA). Counties and Federal Agencies offer all of these courses. As an ISO, you are part of the Command Staff. If involved in these types of Incidents, remember, as always with all types of incidents the incident commander is responsible for the safety of all the responders. You should know the local Laws, SOP's, and Risk Management Procedures. You will be involved with meetings, Incident Action Plans (IAP), and many other procedures. Next month the “big kahuna;” the safety officers responsibility at live burns NFPA 1403. For more information go to our website www.btsoa.org. Ex-Chief Jeffrey Bailes President Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association www.btsoa.org
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Riders of Fire Officers for 2014
The new officers of the Riders of Fire Motorcycle Club for 2014. (Left to right): Sergeant at Arms Tony Triolo, Road Captain Greg Carter, Trustee Rich Cotty, Treasurer John Ferrel, President Chris McKay, Vice President Joey Nuccio and Secretary Steve Schatzger. - Fire News photo courtesy of Vincent M. Ammirati
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Riders of Fire MC President Chris McKay presenting pastPresident Vinny Ammirati with an appreciation plaque at the December 11, 2013, meeting at the Medford Fire Department.
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Ambulance and Paramedics Hit by Gunfire Responding to 911 Call
On January 14, 2014, a South Country Ambulance unit was shot at and hit by what was believed to be gunfire, while responding to assist the Suffolk County Police Department with a mentally unstable patient at the intersection of Post and Atlantic Avenues in Bellport. An Emergency Medical Service worker in South Country Unit 5-4220 heard a loud pop and then reported being hit by shrapnel while responding east on Atlantic Avenue in front of the Boys and Girls Club of Bellport. That location is approximately a quarter-mile west of where other EMS units and the Suffolk County Police were already on scene treating a patient. An inspection of the ambulance confirmed that it had indeed been hit. The EMS worker was treated and released at the scene. Chief of the Department Gregory C. Miglino, Jr., said that he was grateful that no one was hurt. “These are troubling times in our community, there seems to be a general lack of respect for anyone and now this includes ambulance volunteers,� he said. South Country Ambulance is one of the largest volunteer EMS units in New York State responding to approximately 3000 emergency calls a year.
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Up Close & Personal
Will Adams and Harry Heissenbuttel. -Fire News photo by D. Thomas
Ex-Chief and recently elected Commissioner Gary Persichetti of the Massapequa Fire Department. -Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy
Ex-Chief Bob Kutch. -Fire News photo by D.Thomas
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Coast Guard SAR Program
On March 7, 2014, local volunteers from the Mastic Fire Department and other departments attended a graduation ceremony at the completion of the US Coast Guard’s Public Safety Search and Rescue Training program. During the program, volunteer firefighters and emergency medical service water rescue teams were taught basic boat handling, navigation rules and search patterns. The training was conducted by members from Coast Guard Stations Shinnecock and Montauk, and the East End Task Force. This training allows Coast Guard units to coordinate emergency response efforts with a growing resource of local volunteer fire departments and EMS rescue teams. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Captain of the Port of Long Island Sound, Captain Edward Cubanski, and local fire chiefs signed a memorandum of agreement strengthening port partnerships. - Fire News photos by Jim Dunn -Fire News story by Mark Guarino
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Deer Park Receives Heroism Award
On November 18, 2013, the Deer Park Fire Department received a Heroism Award from Suffolk County SPCA Chief of Department Roy Gross and Town of Babylon Supervisor Richard Schaffer, for the rescue of a dog named DiDi from a house fire on Old Country Road on November 6, 2013. Receiving the awards was the Deer Park Fire Chief John Giammarino, Nancy Delassalle, Andrew Von Deesten, Aleksa Klimas-Milalauskas and Wilborn Adams. -Fire New photos by D. Thomas
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Up Close & Personal Early Training in North Babylon Future North Babylon Fire Chief Ryan Harrington is starting his training early. Ryan is the son of Third Assistant Chief James Harrington III and Grandson of ex-Chief James Harrington, Jr.
Holtsville Fire Department’s 2nd Lieutenant John Marino. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez
Assistant Chief Keith Ryan of the Farmingdale Fire Deparment pictured at a recent worker. -Fire News photo by Will Merrins
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Fire Departments Across the State Gear Up for Fourth Annual ‘RecruitNY’ Weekend to Increase Number of Volunteer Firefighters Statewide Firefighter Recruitment Open Houses to be Held April 26 - 27
(NEW YORK) Volunteer fire departments across New York State will open their doors and fire truck bays to local residents during the weekend of Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 as part of the fourth annual RecruitNY statewide volunteer firefighter recruitment effort. RecruitNY is designed to help increase volunteer membership which has suffered over the last few years due to various factors including the state of the economy. During RecruitNY weekend, fire departments will conduct tours of their firehouses and fire apparatus, allow visitors to try on turnout gear, and provide visitor activities and stations throughout the firehouse. Members will discuss the volunteer requirements and rewards that come with being a volunteer firefighter, as well as conduct demonstrations, answer questions, and let visitors know how to go about joining their fire department. "Last year, nearly 600 departments in 59 counties across the state participated in RecruitNY and we expect even more counties to get involved this year," said James A. Burns, president of the Firemen's Association of the State of New York (FASNY). "We encourage departments to sign up to let their communities know of their participation. RecruitNY has proven a success in past years and is a key initiative to help bolster membership numbers so fire departments can continue to provide the optimum level of protection to their local residents." Established in 2011, RecruitNY is a joint undertaking by the Firemen's Association of the State of New York (FASNY), the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC), Association of Fire Districts of New York State, Volunteer Fire Police Association of the State of New York, and County Fire Coordinators Association of the State of New York. For fire departments that would like to sign up for RecruitNY, simply log on to www.recruitny.org/signup and fill out the participation form. The program provides fire departments with access to recruitment resources, communication tools, posters, banners, etc. via http://recruitny.org/resources.php to help a firehouse hold a recruitment open house. For area residents looking for more information, or to find out if your fire department is participating in RecruitNY, visit www.recruitny.org or contact your local fire department via a nonemergency phone number or its website. In addition to the annual RecruitNY campaign, FASNY is in the midst of a multi-year, year-round volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention program across New York State made possible by a $4.2 million United States Department of Homeland Security Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant that began in 2011. To learn more about the "Fire In You" campaign, visit www.fireinyou.org About FASNY Founded in 1872, the Firemen's Association of the State of New York (FASNY) represents the interests of the more than 92,200 volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel in New York State. For more information, visit www.fasny.com.
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Coral House Honors Fire Service Leaders
Butch Yamali of the Coral House recently hosted a Fire Service attendee a parting gift. Butch told the attendees he intends to make Leaders Appreciation night. Chiefs, Ex Chiefs, Commissioners and this an annual event to show his appreciation for the dedication and Fire Officers joined together for a night of fellowship and interac- commitment Long Island's Bravest make to their communities. -Fire News photo by Ray Maguire tion. Mr Yamali not only sponsored the event but gave each
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AFDNC Holds Installation and Awards Night
Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto (right), Nassau County Legislator Michael Venditto (left) and Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker (second from right) recently joined with commissioners from the North Massapequa Fire District for the Annual Dinner of the Association of Fire Districts of Nassau County (AFDNC). The association advances educational matters affecting the duties of fire district officers for fire districts through-
out Nassau County. On hand (left to right) were Legislator Venditto, Commissioner Marc Timpano, Commissioner and Past AFDNC President Frank A. Nocerino, Commissioner and AFDCN Secretary Ralph J. Raymond, Commissioner and Past AFDNC President Nicholas T. Paolucci, Commissioner Michael G. Antonucci, Legislator Walker and Supervisor Venditto. -Fire News photo by Kurt Ludwig
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Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau County Installation On February 23, 2014, the Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau County held their 17th Annual Installation Dinner. Congratulations to President Mervyn Campbell, Uniondale FD; First Vice President Robert Kloepfer, Floral Park; Second Vice President David Weinstein, Malverne; Third Vice President Anthony Trip, Glen Cove; Sergeant at Arms Thomas McDonough, Port Washington; Treasurer Roy Dahlen, Merrick; Financial Secretary Anthony Trip, Glen Cove; Council Secretary Richard Messina, Bellmore. Good luck to all of the Chiefs as they lead the organization in 2014. Congratulations to NYSAFC Executive Director Thomas Labelle, who was honored by the Nassau Chiefs Council as an Honorary Member of the Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau County. Also honored was Chief Charles Kerns, who was made an Honorary President of the organization. In conclusion, outgoing President Otto Kohlmier, Jr., was presented with his life membership card and presented with a helmet for his service as president of the Fire Chiefs Council of Nassau County. -Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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Making a Cold Splash for Make-A-Wish On February 2, 2014, members of the West Hempstead and Hempstead Fire Departments participated in the Long Beach Make-a-Wish Polar Bear Beach Super Bowl Splash of 2014. - Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro
Westhampton Bch. Ladies Reach Out The Westhampton Beach Ladies Auxiliary recently prepared and served dinner for 40 guests of Maureen’s Haven Homeless Project. This has become an annual tradition over the last eight years. Pictured are: Felicia Williford, Meena Chockaligam, Kristie Garcia, Carol Del Vecchio, Rena Mootoo, Pat Gonce, Dyana Perez and Cody Hoyle.
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Suffolk County Fire Districts Officers Installation On March 8, 2014, the Suffolk County Fire Districts Officers Association held their Annual Meeting and Installation at the Islandia Marriot. The 2014 officers were sworn into office by Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services Commissioner Joseph F. Williams. Congratulations to President Michael P. Mooney, Hauppauge; First Vice President Rudy Sunderman, Mastic; Second Vice President Jay Egan, Selden; John Dolezal, Sergeant at Arms, Mastic; Secretary Lawrence Santangelo, North Patchogue; Treasurer Joseph P. DeStefano, Medford; and Chaplain Edwin S. Brooks; as they lead the organization in 2014. Also, a “job well done� goes out to immediate past-President Don Corkery, (Sayville) for his job as master of ceremonies for the night. Congratulations to the newly elected fire commissioners who were sworn into office by New York State Association of Fire Districts Second Vice President Anthony J. Gallino. -Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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Scenes from the Mega Show
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LCFD Gets Award from Nassau PBA
The Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department was honored by the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association at their awards dinner and annual holiday party. A life saving award was given to the department by the PBA for their heroic actions in 2012. While conducting traffic enforcement north of the Atlantic Beach Bridge in Lawrence, a veteran Fourth Precinct Police Officer, Dominick Stanginelli, was struck
by a car and seriously injured. As the call was dispatched over NCPD radio, LCFD members didn’t hesitate to respond. Prior to being alerted, Ambulance 329 and Engine 323 rushed to the scene. Once the severity of the injuries was discovered, an NCPD medevac was called in and the officer was medevac'd to Nassau University Medical Center. After having multiple surgeries over a six months, Officer Stangnelli has since
made a full recovery. The Nassau County PBA is proud to honor and thank the officers and members of LCFD. (Left to right): Todd Gerbasio, trustee Precinct 4; FF Justin Hoffman; Chief Joseph Sperber; Chief John McHugh; James Carver, PBA President; Captain Michael Beilinson; EMTCC Joseph Norman; and Captain Steven Magliaro.
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Babylon Wounded Warrior Ride Raises $64,000 for Sandy Relief
On March 8, 2014, the Town of Babylon Fire Chiefs Association Superstorm Sandy Relief Fund awarded $64101.50 donated by the Babylon Town Wounded Warriors Soldier ride. Lowe’s and Target gift cards valued at $250 each were given to 257 victims of the storm. The Soldier Ride has been held every year in July since 2009 as a fund raiser for the warriors. The bicycle ride starts at Babylon Town Hall with participants riding a 26-mile course finishing at Babylon Town’s Cedar Beach Overlook on Ocean Parkway. Storm victims had to submit written applications to the fund which were then picked by lottery to receive an award. The Fund has awarded over $250,000. The Town Chiefs Relief Fund would like to express their deepest gratitude to the Wounded Warrior Project for their most generous donation and look forward to working with them with all of their future fundraisers. -Fire News photos by Brad Maier
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Bellone Honors Members of Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone honored members and leaders of the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company at their recent installation dinner. “Volunteers work countless hours for their communities,” said Bellone. “Thanks to their efforts, the safety of our residents is ensured.” (Left to right): Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, Chief James Kokindo, Chief Steven Barile and Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine.
County Exec Honors Members of the Holbrook F.D. Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone honored members and leaders of the Holbrook Fire Department at their recent installation dinner. “These volunteers spend countless hours in service to their communities,” Bellone said. “They deserve our support and respect for the sacrifices they make to help us all.” (Left to right): Commissioner Joe Williams, Chief Richard Stack, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Chief Cliff Pendel.
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Suffolk: First on East Coast with App to Pinpoint CPR Need Suffolk County Executive Steven Bellone joined Fire Rescue Emergency Services (FRES) Commissioner Joe Williams, along with members of the Suffolk County EMS, the Suffolk County Joint Chiefs Association, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Council at the Holbrook Fire Department to announce the implementation of the Suffolk County PulsePoint App. The new service, funded through federal grants, is the first municipal phone application on the East Coast that empowers CPR-trained residents to provide lifesaving assistance to those in cardiac arrest. “Suffolk County will continue to utilize the latest technological advances to provide lifesaving assistance to our residents,” said County Executive Bellone. “With hundreds of residents and emergency management personnel signed up in the first 24-hours, I ask any and all CPRtrained residents to download the application, sign-up for the service and join those who are already users of this life saving service.” “This is about unleashing the potential of trained citizenry to respond to incidents of cardiac arrests if paramedics cannot arrive in time,” said FRES Commissioner Joe Williams. “This is a worthwhile initiative that will save lives.” Available from the Apple and Android App stores, Suffolk County’s PulsePoint App alerts CPR-trained bystanders to victims of sudden cardiac arrest that may require CPR. An interactive map feature directs users to the nearest loca-
tion of an Automatic External Defibrillator, as well. When a 911 call is received by Suffolk County’s FRES reporting someone unconscious, unresponsive and likely needing CPR, FRES will dispatch emergency resources as they normally do, but in addition integrated PulsePoint software will send an immediate alert to CPR-trained residents. “Hundreds of residents have downloaded the application in the first 24 hours,” said Joel Vetter, Coordinator of Suffolk County’s FRES. “We expect tens of thousands to sign-up in the next 30 days which represents an immediate impact on response times to victims of cardiac arrest.” “This new technology will be a life-saving tool that will assist first responders,” said Jay Egan, Chairman of the Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services Commission.
“The location of thousands of Automatic Defibrillator's are available to users in this location-aware application.” According to the American Heart Association more than 1,000 people die each day from sudden cardiac arrest in the United States. Different from a heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest is caused when the heart’s electrical system malfunctions and the heart stops working properly. CPR or AED use helps restore the heart’s normal rhythm.Health experts state that bystander CPR is a critical link in the chain of survival and has been shown to more than double a victim’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. After downloading the application, residents should click “Accept Terms and Conditions,” enter the agency — Suffolk County or the zip code — and then click “Enable CPR” notifications.
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Middle Island FD Celebrates 65 Years of Service The Middle Island Fire Department, led by Chief of Department, Matthew Gropper, First Assistant Chief William Nevin, and Second Assistant Chief Kenneth Donnelly proudly celebrated 65 years of dedicated community service. (Top): Eagle Company 1, Protection Compnay 2, Fire Police Company 3, EMS Company 4, Antique Company 5, Explorer Company 6 and Auxiliary are displayed with the department apparatus. (Right): Marc Rosenfeld and his wife Marlene enjoying the installation dinner. Unfortunately, Marc answered his last alarm this past November. He is missed by the department. A thank you goes out to the Suffolk County Police Emerald Society Pipe and Drum Band (above, middle) who surprised Middle Island with a spirited musical presentation during the installation dinner. Pictured is the band led by John Hanley, Jr., and surrounded by his sons Lt John Hanley III, FF James Hanley, FF Matthew Hanley and FF Michael Hanley.
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2nd Annual Shot Gun Competition to Benefit Firefighters Cancer Support Network
After a successful shotgun competition and barbeque in 2013, the Fire Marshal Association of Suffolk County (FMASC) will hold its second event on June 7, 2014 at the Long Island Shooting Range in Ridge. In last year’s event, six departments vied for the most coveted award of “best team.” Bragging rights for the 2013 team event went to Ocean Beach Fire Department for breaking
the most clays. Stony Brook Fire Department’s John Meringolo was the leader for the men’s division with Mastic Beach Fire Department’s Jen Bratton the top woman. There was also numerous first-time shooters, both adults and juniors, who, under the watchful eye of range officials, were taught gun safety and the art of breaking the elusive clay birds. The winner of the Junior Division
was Ben Rella representing the Hauppauge Fire Department. Many thanks to the Riverhead Fire Marshal’s Office for breakfast and the Mastic Beach Fire Department for taking the lead in preparing the barbeque lunch. Should you have any questions in regard to this year’s event, please call 631-388-2586. -Fire News photos by Kevin Peterson
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Looking Back – Amityville Amongst the Amityville Historical Society’s vast collection of artifacts is a section dedicated to preserving the memory of its firefighting heritage. (Left): is William T. Lauder, founder and director of the Historical Society. The large wall mural behind William shows the Dauntless Hose Company Number 2 circa 1913. Mr. Lauder’s father as well as godfather are in this photo (see below). Additional photos as well as a helmet once used by Charles Arthur Marsden of Truck #1 are on display. Amityville Historical Society’s Lauder Museum is located in the heart of the village at 170 Broadway and is open from 1400-1600 on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays. They may also be contacted at 631-598-1486 and online at www.amityvillehistoricalsociety.org. - Fire News photos by Cliff Chiesa
Williams’ godfather Williams’ father, William
Dauntless Hose Company Number 2 circa 1913. Amityville FD fireman’s helmet that belonged to Arthur Marsden of Truck #1.
Hook & Ladder Co. No.1 in 1895 (From left) Christian Molle, Samuel Velsor, Henry Doneuhauer, Dan Davidson, L.J. Starr, Robert Moore, Conklin Wanser, William Pearsall.
Amityville Vamps, circa 1910.
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Ex- Captain Frederick Glaser Answers Last Alarm
Ex- Captain Frederick Glaser was a 27-year member of the Baldwin Fire Department with Hose Company Four. In 1996 ex-Captain Glaser was awarded a Department Citation Award. He was also an active member of the Nassau Fire Riders MC. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone
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Selden Fire Department Mourns Bruce Harrington
The Selden Fire Department recently held firematic services for exCaptain Bruce Harrington. Bruce joined the fire dept in June 1960 and was assigned to Hook and Ladder Company 1. He became lieutenant in 1962-1963. He then became captain and served two years from 1964-1965. Bruce joined Senior Active Company 6 in 1975. Ex-Captain Bruce Harrington will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone
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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH
Glen Cove Assistant Chief Phil Frella, Jr., Glenwood ex-Chief Joe Biundo, Roslyn ex-Chief Pete Liotta and Glen Cove Chief of Department Rodni Leftwich. -Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord
Members of the Bohemia Fire Department. -Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone
Wyandanch firefighters at a recent working fire in Brentwood. -Fire News photo by Joe C. Sperber
Sea Cliff ex-Chief Mike Hallquest, Captain John Ciampi, Jr., ex-Captain Jon Bunce and Captain William Koopman. -Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord
The crews of The Hagerman and Bellport fire departments after a fire in Bellport. -Fire News photo by Pete Caliendo
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