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VOLUME XLV, NO. 4

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Serving Fire, Rescue & EMS Heroes Since 1973 DECEMBER 2017

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Season’s Greetings from the Staff at Fire News

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A Service for Long Island Firefighters and EMS Heroes

Long Beach House Fire

Founded 1973

Long Beach operated at the scene of a fire on East Penn Street.

146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713 See story page 8

Fatality at Brentwood Blaze The first hose team in stop a one-room fire but find an unresponsive woman.

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Hempstead Church Fire Firefighters arrive to heavy fire coming from a Jerusalem Avenue church.

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Water Rescue ...

In a Parking Lot Setauket firefighters respond for a water rescue ... in a Research Way parking lot pond.

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Seaford Memorial Service Seaford Hook and Ladder and Engine Company 1 honor members who answered their last call.

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Obituaries Eastport’s Jeffrey Frey Hagerman’s Anthony Frabizio III

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Saying Good Bye to 2017 Wow, I cannot believe I am writing my December editorial. Reflecting on 2017, I feel it was a great year for most of us. Sadly, 77 families will be celebrating the holiday season missing one of their loved one's due to a Line of Duty Death. Hopefully this number stands fast and does not change in the near future.

My prayers at Thanksgiving and during Christmas will be for comfort and understanding for the families who will sit in their homes staring at a spot, where one of their loved ones used to sit. It is up to the departments who have lost members to remember their families and offer comfort to them during the holiday season.

Are you looking ahead to 2018? Are you asking yourself what you can do to be better than you were in 2017? Fire News knows that for some of you, it will be hard to beat 2017.

We thank the Medal of Valor winners who gave all, by placing their own lives in danger to save the people they serve. We know all responders continue to run into burning buildings and respond to EMS calls with the passion and desire to save lives. This year our Incident Management Teams and USAR Teams left their families to help people throughout the world who suffered devastation from natural disasters in 2017. Our hot-

shot crews and smoke jumpers were challenged as they literally marched off to wars of fire throughout the United States of America and reigned supreme over some of the largest wildfires to date.

What will I be looking at in 2018?

Firefighter Stress Management and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) are areas of concern for all of us. Mark Lamplugh from the Lower Chichester (PA) Fire Company wrote about this in 2016. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation has addressed this issue. Their Courage to Be Safe program is a provocative and moving presentation by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, through the Everyone Goes Home Program, designed to change the culture of accepting the loss of firefighters as a normal occurrence.

Visit their website for more information on Stress First Aid for Firefighters and EMS Personnel. Their program on Stress First Aid is designed for you, the first responder.

In 2018, make it a point to do something about the silent killer in the fire service. I have written about the importance of learning what you can do to lessen the chances of getting cancer. As a person who was stricken with cancer, I know, first-hand, how your mind spins and haunts you as you ask what caused

Quick Knockdown in Long Beach

On November 12, 2017, the Long Beach Fire Department was dispatched to an automatic alarm at East Park Avenue off Neptune Boulevard. Units were met with a heavy smoke condition throughout a one-story building with fire in the attic. Firefighters made a quick knockdown and there were no reported injuries. Units were under the command of Long Beach Chief of Department Joseph Miller.

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your life altering cancer? Could I have done something to prevent cancer? In case you do not believe there is a relationship of firefighting and cancer, ask yourself why so many of us who have fought fires side-by-side seem to be coming down with cancer. Listen to the message from the Cancer Support Network; wear your mask, keep your gear clean, and wash up after every call. Visit their website to learn what you can do to lessen the chances of getting this dreaded disease.

As we near the end of 2017, I wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season.

Extend your hand to give thanks and support to your brothers and sisters. No matter what holiday you celebrate, remember the reason for the season. See you in 2018!

- Dennis

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N. Amityville Car Fire

The North Amityville Fire Company was called to a car fire on with the vehicle and pulled to the side of the road. Chief of Bayview Avenue just north of Sunrise Highway. First and Third Department Collins arrived with Engine 1-7-10 and the crew extinAssistant Chiefs Rollins and Riordan arrived to find a sedan fully guished the fire in about 10 minutes.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza involved. The occupants escaped safely after noticing a problem

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Cover Story

First Fire News Photographer and Ex-Chief Francis ‘Sid’ Parkan

The East Islip Fire Department and Fire News family mourned the loss of exChief and Suffolk County Deputy Fire Coordinator Francis ‘Sid’ Parkan, 96, who answered his last alarm on October 17, 2017.

Sid was the first photographer for the Fire News when the newspaper began in 1973, and was instrumental in guiding the paper through its formative years. Sid’s legendary photos documenting countless fires and events filled the pages of Fire News for decades. Sid covered many major fires and incidents that occurred in Suffolk County, including the Entenmann’s Baker, Patchogue Lace Mill fires, and the Grucci Fireworks explosion. He served as a mentor and teacher to generations of photographers eager to learn photography, and how to develop their own photos.

Sid joined the East Islip Fire Department in 1945 and worked his way up the officer’s ranks, serving as lieutenant and captain in the Rescue Squad and Engine Company 2. He then advanced through the Assistant Chiefs ranks, and was Chief of Department from 1971 to 1974. Sid remained an active member for over 72 years.

For the past 40 years, Sid has also been a Suffolk County Deputy Fire Coordinator for Photography, and was a County Fire Warden prior to the establishment of the Coordinator’s program.

Sid had a long career in law enforcement, serving as a Police Officer in the Town of Islip. When the Islip Town Police were merged into the Suffolk County Police Department in 1960, Sid was a Criminal Identification Technician for 30 years before retiring in 1990. Sid was also a proud World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps and Medical Corps from 1941 to 1945, and was awarded the Bronze Star.

Sid is survived by his wife Rose, children Frank Jr., Barbara, Bruce and Kevin, six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the East Islip firehouse, with interment at the Oakwood Cemetery in Bay Shore.

- Fire News story by Steve Silverman, photos by Dennis Whittam Fire News will pay tribute to Sid’s photographic career in the February edition.

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Long Beach House Fire

Early on October 15, 2017, the Long Beach Fire Department operated on the scene of a fire on East Penn Street off Monroe Boulevard. Firefighters battled heavy fire at the rear of a two-story private dwelling. At least two handlines were stretched and put into operation. Among the departments mutual aided were Point Lookout-Lido, Baldwin, Oceanside and Island Park. Units were under the command of Long Beach Chief of Department Joseph Miller.

- Fire News photos by K2MPhotography.com

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Toys in the Dryer

On October 12, 2017, the Deer Park Fire Department responded to the dryer burning along with the clothes. The fire was quickly extinEast 3rd Street for a heavy smoke condition in the basement at the guished and crews prevented extension to the basement and first house. Firefighters discovered the house filling up with smoke due floor of the house.

- Fire News photos by BTFirePhoto.com to a dryer fire and later determined the cause to be plastic toys in

Looking Back

The Uniondale Fire Department was on the scene of an exterior fire at a private dwelling on Park Avenue on the afternoon of Sunday July 9. One hand line was needed to knock the fire down while truck crews removed some of the siding to check for extension.

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The Garden City Fire Department transmitted a working fire in a private dwelling on Rockaway Avenue just after 11:00pm on Tuesday August 1. A heavy smoke condition was visible on arrival and companies went to work to locate the source of the fire.

Mutual aid companies were called to the scene to assist.

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Selden Dryer Fire

On October 9, 2017, the Selden Fire Department was activated for a structure fire on Skyline Drive. Firefighters arrived to smoke showing. A small fire in a dryer was found and extinguished.

- Fire News photos by Steve Walsh

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Revisiting: Fatality at Commack Car into Building

The Cormack Fire Department was called to an accident with reported fire at the Casa Luis Restaurant on Jericho Turnpike on October 1, 2017. The driver of a minivan lost control and went off the road and hit a tree and concrete wall before overturning and landing on a parked truck and hitting the building. The vehicle struck the gas service to the building and burst into flames causing the building to also catch fire.

Crews put multiple lines into operation. There were several occupants in apartments above the restaurant, who all escaped uninjured. The fire was brought under control in about 45 minutes. The driver of the minivan was pronounced dead at the scene. Mutual aid was provided

by Kings Park, Smithtown and East Northport. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

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Tanker Burns in Ronkonkoma

On October 21, 2017, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was acti- requested from Holbrook. Command requested a Brookhaven vated for a fuel tanker fire on Expressway Drive North near the Town Fire Marshal and hazmat to the scene. No injuries were - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez Mobil gas station. Upon arrival, assistant Chief Vincent Diaz was reported. met with an active fire in the cab of the truck. Mutual aid was

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Smoke in the Building The Garden City Fire Department responded to a report of smoke in the building at Alumnae Hall on the campus of Adelphi Univesity on October 16, 2017. A fire had broken out in an elevator room but was quickly extinguished by arriving units. New Hyde Park was on the scene acting as the FAST. - Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Mineola House Fire On the night of October 18, 2017, the Mineola Fire Department operated at the scene of a fire on Jefferson Avenue East, on the second floor of a twostory private dwelling. Carle Place was designated the FAST. Also on scene was Garden City Ladder 144 and Mineola Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

Firefighters made a quick knockdown of the fire and safely removed several pet birds from the home. Garden City Park and New Hyde Park were among the departments notified to standby. All fire department units were under the command of Mineola Chief of Department Santosus.

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Shirley Commercial Bakery Fire On October 16, 2017, a fire broke out in the Uncle Wally’s Bake Shoppe on Natcon Drive in Shirley. The Ridge Fire Department responded. Mutual aid came from numerous surrounding departments and EMS units - Fire News photos by Thomas J. Lambui

Fatal Fire in Brentwood

The Brentwood Fire Department responded to a house fire on 20th Avenue on October 15, 2017. The fire was in a front room and there were reports of a person trapped. Chief of Department Derbyshire, Second Assistant Chief Kelly and Third Assistant Chief Renison arrived quickly. Chief Renison entered the home to search. Engine 3-215 and Ladder 3-2-8 were the first-due units, and had two lines stretched and searches under way immediately. Firefighters faced hoarding conditions in the house making it difficult to maneuver. The first hose team was able to contain the fire to the one room and members found an unresponsive female victim and removed her. The woman was then transported by Brentwood Legion Ambulance to Southside Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Mutual aid was provided by Bay Shore for RIT and the Islip for an ambulance. The cause of the fire was under investigation by the Suffolk County Arson Squad.

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Vacant House Burns in Copiague

The Copiague Fire Department was called to a house fire on 28th Street on October 15, 2017. Engine 1-3-9 arrived first to find heavy fire coming from the rear of a two-story vacant home that had previously burned in January 2013. With a hydrant in front of the house, the crew quickly stretched two lines as the crew from Ladder 1-3-4 began to cut open boarded up doors to gain access.

Due to the damage from the previous fire and with a heavy fire load, the bulk of the fire was knocked down from the exterior. It took about 40 minutes to bring the fire under control. Mutual aid came from North Lindenhurst, Lindenhurst and Amityville. Third Assistant Chief Miller was in charge of the scene.

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Church Fire in Hempstead Just before midnight on September 16, 2017, the Hempstead Fire Department was called to a building fire at the intersection of Florence and Jerusalem Avenues. Units arrived to heavy smoke coming from Changing Lives Church. Due to the size of the building, multiple engines picked up hydrants and crews put multiple lines into operation on different sides of the building. It took about two hours to bring the fire under control due to the amount of opening up required to expose pockets of fire. Mutual aid was provided to the scene by Uniondale, West Hempstead, Baldwin, Roosevelt, Rockville Centre and Lakeview. There were no reported injuries and the cause was under investigation. Chief of Department Sandas was in charge of the operation.

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Elmont Greeted with Heavy Flames

The Elmont Fire Department was dispatched to an automatic alarm on Monaco Avenue off Keegan Street. Units arrived to heavy fire to the rear of a 1-1/2 story private dwelling. The fire extended from the first-floor kitchen area, where it was believed to have begun, into the living room and the floor above. The operation reached second-alarm status, which brought additional resources to the scene and new units to standby. Mutual aid came from Valley Stream, Lynbrook, Franklin Square, Floral Park and Lakeview among others. The scene was placed under control in under an hour. All fire department units were under the command of Elmont First Assistant Chief Luckman.

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Quick Job in Lynbrook

On September 9, 2017, the Lynbrook Fire Department was dispatched to Merrick Road for a report of smoke in a three-story, occupied, multiple dwelling. After investigating, firefighters located fire in the walls and part of the ceiling area of a top floor apartment.

Two handlines were stretched off Lynbrook Engine 423. Rockville

Centre was notified for an additional ladder to the scene. Once the fire was located, firefighters made a quick knockdown. All fire department units were under the command of Lynbrook Chief of Department Lengel.

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Smoke Shows in Roslyn On October 9, 2017, Roslyn Fire Companies were dispatched to a report of a house fire with people trapped on Old Powerhouse Road. When firefighters arrived, they were met with smoke showing from a two-story private dwelling. The fire went on to reach a second alarm status. The main body of fire was located on the second floor of the home. The occupants made it out safely including a dog which was rescued. - Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com and K2MPhotography.com

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Quick Knockdown in Uniondale

On September 10, 2017, the Uniondale Fire Department made a quick knockdown of a kitchen fire on Winthrop Drive.

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Hazardous Energy Involving Vehicles What should the Safety Officer (SO) be looking for when a call involves a vehicle? Vehicle are cars, trucks, boats, planes, motorcycles, scooters, trains, buses, and there are lots of hazardous energy forms in vehicles. As always, nothing can replace preplanning, SOP, following the commands of the IC and your department's protocols and training.

When at an incident involving any kind of vehicle, the SO must be aware of the stability of the vehicle. Can there be a collapse? Can the ground give way? Can the vehicle shift? The SO must also be made aware of what type of fuel is involved, storage tanks, quantity and location of fuel lines if possible. All vehicles have an electrical system and the SO must be aware of the battery location, generators, and high-voltage wiring. Brake systems can have stored energy, as can torsion springs.

Today’s vehicles have many spring shocks and automatic devices such as door openers and airbags, trigger systems all around the vehicle, etc. Many vehicles have as many as eight airbags. Did they all trigger? Must firefighters and EMS personnel enter the vehicle to save a victim? How often do we see a first responder remove his/her helmet and enter the vehicle just to remove it from the roadway while others are pushing it off the road? Is that our job? Do we need this added hazard, and is it necessary? Is the vehicle still a hazard and even in worse condition? Can the hazards be mitigated when first responders enter a vehicle to extricate a victim?

The SO must be in constant communication with the to the IC and the front-line officer to insure the safety of first responders at the scene. When responding to a vehicle fire, the type of vehicle and passenger count must be immediately identified. With today’s cars we need to know whether the vehicle is a hybrid or all-electric. This requires a knowledge of the voltages in the various vehicles, the types of fuel (propane, ethanol or CNG) and location of fuel tanks.

Is the vehicle carrying hazardous material? The SO should look for placards, a bill of lading, way bill, freight bill, air bill, or cargo manifest. The earlier the response of the SO, the better equipped with information everyone will be. Always assume dangerous cargo until a thorough search has been confirmed otherwise. A quick determination of the cargo should be paramount.

Trucks may also have air brake chamber springs, and split rims.

In planes there could be hazards of the material being transported, munitions, radar equipment. As with all vehicles, the SO should be concerned with the cargo that could be inside; the same goes for trains and boats.

A copy of the Emergency Response Guide and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Guide should be available on the SO’s i-Pad or in booklet form. If, at any time, the SO realizes there is an imminent danger to first responders, the SO has the authority to stop, alter or suspend the activity. As soon as this action is taken, the SO must immediately notify the IC. Ex-Chief Jeff Bailes President Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association, Inc. www.btsoa.org 631-495-1313

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Farmingdale Not-So-Vacant House Fire

The East Farmingdale Fire Company was called to a building fire on Route 109 on October 25, 2017. Second Assistant Chief Welliver arrived to fire on the second floor of what was believed to be a vacant apartment house, but one tenant was still living on the first floor. Chief of Department Joseph arrived and took command.

Engine 1-5-1 put a line in operation and Ladder 1-5-15 performed searches, vented and laddered the building. The fire was brought under control within an hour. Mutual aid came from South Farmingdale, North Lindenhurst and Farmingdale.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Long Stretch in Westbury

The Westbury Fire Department responded to a fire in a 2-1/2 story building on the property of the Glen Oaks Country Club on Post Road in Old Westbury on October 22, 2017. Chief of Department Bartunek requested multiple mutual aid to the scene as there were no hydrants close to the building. Engine 966 dropped a supply line as did Engine 965. Jericho Ladder 941 set up for a master stream operation, and Roslyn Quint 595 was the relay engine, as there was over 3,000 feet of supply line stretched. Engine 9610 picked up a hydrant and supplied the other engines. A tanker from Oyster Bay Atlantic Steamer was also called to the scene.

Multiple handlines and the master stream were used to extinguish the fire. The building was a complete loss and collapsed. It took about two hours to bring the fire under control with one firefighter injured. Mutual aid came from Hicksville, Jericho, Carle Place, Oyster Bay, Roslyn and Syosset, and Mineola Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Numerous Calls in Huntington Manor

The Huntington Manor Fire Department took numerous calls reporting a house fire at Teed Street and Ark Place on October 19, 2017. First arriving units found a 1-1/2 story vacant home well involved.

Crews put multiple handlines in operation to bring the fire under control in about an hour. Mutual aid was provided by Melville, Huntington and Greenlawn.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza and the Huntington Manor FD

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Car Fire Threatens House

On October 4, 2017, the Gordon Heights Fire Department was number 4 exposure of the structure. The first-due engine made a activated for a residential fire on Central Parkway. Commanding quick stop of the fire without further incident and no injuries were - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez units arrived to find a fully involved pickup truck threatening the reported.

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Quick Knockdown in Ronkonkoma

On October 3, 2017, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activat- Mutual aid was provided by Farmingville and Nesconset via autoed for a residential fire on Rustic Road. Upon arrival, Assistant Chief matic pre-plan. The fire was quickly knocked down by first-due units - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez Vincent Diaz was met with light smoke showing from the structure. without further incident.

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N. Amityville Car Fire The North Amityville Fire Company responded to a reported vehicle fire on 44th Street on October 16, 2017. Third Assistant Chief Riordan arrived and found a sedan in an empty lot fully involved. Chief of Department Collins and Engine 1-7-1 arrived shortly after.

The car appeared to have been somewhat stripped of parts and was reported to be the result of a domestic dispute. Engine 1-7-1 arrived and one line was us - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Car Fire in Holbrook On October 17, 2017, the Holbrook Fire Department was activated for a vehicle fire on the northbound side of Nicolls Road. Upon arrival, commanding units advised incoming units of an active fire in the car’s engine compartment. The fire was quickly knocked down by the firstdue engine.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Roosevelt Bus Fire The Roosevelt Fire Department operated on the scene of a fully involved bus fire on the morning of October 9, 2017.

The fire was located on Bennett Avenue off St. Francis Street. Roosevelt Engine 733 was the first engine to arrive and stretched a handline. Several occupants aboard the bus made it off safely. All fire department units were under the command of Roosevelt Chief Fennell.

- Fire News photo by K2MPhotography.com

Melville Trash Compactor Fire The Melville Fire Department responded to a fire in a trash compactor inside a building at the Avalon Court Apartments on Republic Road on October 24, 2017. Crews winched the compactor from the building, and extinguished the burning contents. Units were under the command of Assistant Chiefs David Kaplan and Bill Schmitt.

- Fire News photo courtesy Melville FD

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

Brookhaven Train-Car MVA

On October 10, 2017, the Brookhaven Fire Department was activated for an MVA with a reported train versus car at the railroad crossing of Arthur Avenue and Montauk Highway. Commanding units were advised the occupants of the vehicle were out before the

train hit. The crew of the first-due rescue truck secured the vehicle and one patient was transported to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center by a South Country Ambulance with minor injuries.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Ronkonkoma Pin

October 9, 2017, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for a man pinned between two vehicles on Union Avenue. On arrival, Ronkonkoma’s 1st Assistant Chief Kevin Murray requested two Heavy Rescue Units from Holtsville and Lakeland and ALS support. Suffolk Police ESU was also on the scene. The victim was pinned when a rear tractor’s wheels being prepped for shipping released pinning the victim. After vehicle stabilization, a joint effort by ESU and the fire departments resulted in the victim being freed. The victim was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital by Ronkonkoma Ambulance in stable condition.

- Fire News photos by Charles Vanek

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Truck Crash in East Meadow

A United States Postal Service truck and a construction truck towing a pay-loader collided at the intersection of Merrick Avenue and Glenn Curtiss Boulevard in East Meadow on October 11, 2017. The accident caused the construction truck to overturn onto its side.

Postal officials were on the scene to remove the contents of the mail truck.

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Setauket Water Rescue‌in a Parking Lot

The Setauket Fire Department responded to a vehicle in the water in a parking lot on Research Way. The driver drove through the tree and landed in the pond.

The driver was pulled from the water by a Good Samaritan, and received minor injuries. The Suffolk County Police ESU removed the vehicle.

- Fire News photos by David Rubin

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W. Hempstead MVA

Wherever It Is, It’s an MVA and Fire

On October 17, 2017, the West Hempstead Fire Department was toned out for a two-car MVA called in by Chief Norton, on Hempstead Turnpike. Franklin Square also responded. One person was transported and one was RMA. - Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

On July 2, 2017, the Merrick Fire Department responded to an MVA with overturn and fire on the Meadowbrook State Parkway at the Loop Parkway. Around the same time the Point LookoutLido Fire Department was notified of an MVA with overturn and fire but was advised it was on the Loop Parkway. Due to the multiple locations being given both departments continued in and found the accident on the eastbound Loop Parkway, west of the Meadowbrook Parkway in the Second Battalion department’s district. Upon arrival firefighters found a two-car accident with one car on its side and a small fire in its engine compartment. There was no entrapment and firefighters knocked down the fire using water cans. One person received minor injuries in the accident.

- Fire News photo by K2MPhotography.com

Multiple Injuries in South Hempstead The South Hempstead Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on Hempstead Avenue on October 5, 2017. The near head-on collision caused minor injuries to two occupants of the vehicles.

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Flood Save in Mastic Beach

On September 20, 2017, the Mastic Beach Fire Department responded to a call for a car stuck in the water, with a man standing atop it, on West Riviera Drive, south of Elm Road West. The vehicle, a heavy-duty pickup, used by Suffolk County Vector Control officers, became submerged in the flood waters and was pulled out by Mastic Beach firefighters.

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3 Injured in Medford MVA

On October 14, 2017, the Medford Fire Department was activated for an MVA heavy rescue at the intersection of Express Drive South and Old Medford Avenue. Units were met with a two-car MVA and confirmed entrapment. The crew of Rescue 15 worked quickly with Suffolk County Police ESU to extricate the occupants. One patient was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital with CPR in progress via a Farmingville ambulance. Two others were transported to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital via a Medford Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

RVC MVA with Extrication

The Rockville Centre Fire Department operated at an MVA with overturn and entrapment on October 14, 2017. The accident was located on North Centre Avenue at Meehan Lane and involved three vehicles (one parked). Rockville Centre firefighters put tools to work off Heavy Rescue 446 and Unit 4434 to free the driver of an overturned sedan. The driver was removed and transported to an area hospital with what was considered non-life-threatening injuries. All fire department units were under the command of Rockville Centre Chief of Department Brian Cook.

- Fire News photo by K2MPhotography.com

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Uniondale MVA Shortly after midnight on October 14, 2017, the Uniondale Fire Department was dispatched to a car versus pole with possible pin and fire on Nassau Road off the Northern State Parkway. Firefighters arrived to find a single-vehicle accident with a fire that was extinguished prior to the fire department’s arrival. Despite the vehicle going through a pole and striking a tree there was no entrapment and the two occupants received minor injuries. Fire department units were under the command of Uniondale Chief of Department Smith.

- Fire News photo by K2MPhotography.com

Garden City Overturn Early on October 13, 2017, the Garden City Fire Department was dispatched to an MVA with overturn on Hamilton Place between Hilton and Franklin Avenues. Firefighters were met with a single-vehicle accident with a confirmed overturn.

The two occupants inside self-extricated and were not seriously injured. Garden City Heavy Rescue 146 was used to upright the vehicle. All fire units were under the command of Garden City Chief of Department Gallo.

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3 Injured in Farmingdale MVA

Just after 0100 on October 13, 2017 the Farmingdale Fire Department was alerted for an MVA with overturn at the intersection of Fulton and Staples Streets. Chief of Department Ryan arrived and found a two-car accident involving a sedan and a minivan, with the

minivan on its side and partially into the yard of a house. Squad 924 and Ambulance 9299 responded along with Nassau County Police Ambulances. Three people were injured in the crash and taken to a local hospital.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Bayport MVA Bayport firefighters and EMS responded to an MVA on southbound Nicolls Road in Bayport on October 10, 2017. One person was transported to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center.

- Fire News photo by Dennis Berger

MVA MC vs.

Bicycle On October 10, 2017, the Lakeland Fire Department was activated for an MVA with reported motorcycle versus bicycle at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Expressway Drive South. Two patients were transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for injuries.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Overturn in North Lindenhurst On September 24, 2017, the North Lindenhurst Fire Department responded to a two-car MVA with overturn at North Wellwood Avenue and Straight Path Road. An SUV collided with another vehicle and overturned onto its side.

Engine 1-11-2, Heavy Rescue 1-11-5, Ambulances 1-11-6 and 1-11-7 responded. The driver of the SUV was able to climb out of the moon roof of the vehicle and, along with the other driver, was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital with minor injuries.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Hagerman Handles MVA Early on October 23, 2017, the Hagerman Fire Department was activated for an MVA with reported heavy rescue on Gazzola Drive just north of Atlantic Avenue. Upon arrival, commanding units were met with a single-car MVA, with the vehicle into the woods and a confirmed entrapment.

First-due units worked with Suffolk County Police ESU to extricate the driver, who was then transported to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center via a South Country Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

5 Injured in Middle Island 5-Car MVA On October 16, 2017, five people were injured in a five-car collision on Middle Country Road between Swezey Drive and Brian Court. An occupant of an SUV was ejected from the vehicle. The Middle Island Fire Department and Suffolk Police responded.

Additional ambulances from surrounding departments also responded.

- Fire News photo by Thomas J. Lambui

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33rd Annual REMSCO Awards On September 14, 2017, Suffolk Regional Emergency Medical Services Council (REMSCO) along with the 2016 EMS Agency of the Year, the Commack Volunteer Ambulance Company, hosted the 33rd Annual Suffolk REMSCO Awards ceremony at the Commack Fire Department.

In attendance were many representatives from New York State and Suffolk County including Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, Legislator Kevin McCaffery, Legislator Kate Browning and Legislator Robert Trotta.

Awards were given by REMSCO Chairperson Phillip Cammann along with the Suffolk County EMS Medical Director Dr. Gregson Pigott.

ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER OF THE YEAR: Ryan Reynolds, Coram Fire Department.

Honorable Mention: Robert Cabano (North Babylon).

PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE: James Vosswinkel, MD, Stony Brook University Medical Center.

Honorable Mention: Augustus Mantia, MD (Hauppauge).

EMS LEADERSHIP: Gregory C. Miglino, Jr., South Country Ambulance Company.

Honorable Mention: Christopher Gonzales (Community Ambulance).

EMS AGENCY OF THE YEAR: Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

Honorable Mention: Nesconset.

REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE OF EXCELLENCE: Lea Dato, RN, EMT (unable to attend).

EMS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST: William Bender III, Babylon (unable to attend).

- Fire News story by Ellen B. Komosinski; photos by Laura Riccio, AC, Commack VAC

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Southampton Chiefs Honor Captain Louis Bancroft On September 30, 2017, at the Southampton Chiefs Association Awards Dinner, Louis Bancroft was honored for having over 50 years of fire service. Louis was a member of the Warren (RI) Fire Department’s Central Fire Company for 47 years. He served as their lieutenant for 42 years. In his career he fought many fires and battled some of the largest fires the state ever had. On mutual aid assignments, Louis helped the Providence Fire Department, as well. He also fought the infamous Fall River Factory Fire.

Approximately four years ago, he joined the Eastport Fire Department. He became the Captain of Fire Police after his first year in the department. We wish Louis Bancroft many more years of active service with the Eastport Fire Department.

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Gary Schaum Leads NYSVFP&DTCA

The New York State Volunteer Firemen’s Parade and Drill Team Captains Association (NYSVFP&DTCA) held their annual awards dinner and installation of officers on November 4, 2017, in Albany. Gary Schaum of the West Sayville Flying Dutchmen Drill Team was installed as the new President, and outgoing President Kenneth Conn of the West Hempstead Fire Department Westerners Drill Team was honored for an outstanding term as president for the past two years and was recognized with Life Membership status.

Life member inductions were also presented to Matt Spinelli from Nassau County and the Hempstead Yellow Hornets and to Paul Thomas from Northern. A life membership induction was also awarded posthumously to Andrew McCaffery from the Cutchogue Panthers.

New York State Championship Awards were presented to the Bay Shore Junior Redskins and Hagerman Junior Gamblers, who tied for first place at this year’s Junior State Drill; to the Freeport Dead End Kids Old-Fashioned Drill Team; and to the Central Islip Hoboes Motorized Drill Team.

- Fire News photos by Charles A. Murphy

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Ceremony in Brookhaven

Steven Castleton, the New York Jets Law Enforcement and Military Liaison, surprised hero Brookhaven Firefighter Pete DiPinto, Sr., on October 17, 2017, with an offer of a lifetime — the opportunity to be at the coin toss to start the game between the Jets and Buffalo Bills at the Jets’ home game on November 2, 2017, known as First Responders Night. Also on hand at the ceremony were Janice Esposito and her son Daniel Esposito. Firefighter DiPinto, Sr., saved Esposito just before her car was struck by a train on October 10, 2017. The younger Esposito was also offered the chance to be on field with the teams and run onto the field to retrieve the ball tee after kick-off. The ceremony was held at the Brookhaven Fire Department’s headquarters.

- Fire News photos by Thomas J. Lambui

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Fire Safety in Seaford

The Seaford Fire Department demonstrated a simulated house fire during their open house in October.

- Fire News photo by Jack Healy

Firefighters Support Burn Center

Firefighters with the Fourth Battalion Fire District, which encompasses the East Rockaway, Lakeview, Lynbrook, Malverne and Rockville Centre Fire Departments, hosted their annual Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center fundraiser at the Porthole Restaurant in Oceanside. (Above): Fourth Battalion Chairman John Hennig of the Rockville Centre Fire Department, (second from right), presents a $7500 check to Paul Napoli of the Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation. Joining in the presentation are, (from left to right): Battalion Treasurer Mark Murray, RVCFD; Battalion Secretary John O’Reilly, Lynbrook; and ViceChairman Robert Klose, East Rockaway. The Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center is located at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow.

- Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

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Central Islip Suffolk Nassau Invitational Drill July 29, 2017 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

West Sayville W. Hempstead Islip Lindenhurst Central Islip

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Bay Shore Junior Drill 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

July 9, 2017

Hagerman Bay Shore Central Islip W. Saville Farmingville

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Lindenhurst Junior Drill 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

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North Bellmore Invitational August 12, 2017 1st 2nd 3rd 3rd 5th

Pt. Washington W. Hempstead N. Bellmore Lindenhurst Farmingville

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W. Hempstead Labor Day Drill September 4, 2017

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

Islip W. Hempstead Pt. Washington N. Bellmore Oyster Bay

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Hoboes Alumni Gather

The members of the Central Islip Fire Department’s Hoboes Alumni Association at their 26th Annual Reunion held on September 30, 2017.

- Fire News photo by A.J. Ford

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Bragging Rights Go to Selden Juniors The Selden Slowpokes Junior and Senior teams went head-to-head at the end of the drill team season in a competition running all juniors events. At the end of the day both crews were tied up and, as the saying goes in motorized tournaments, “It all comes down to buckets.” The Senior ‘pokes thought they had the bragging rights in hand because the Juniors had never done the event. But with beginner’s luck the Juniors won the event and the bragging rights.

- Fire News photos by Steve Walsh

Nanooks Drill Ends Season On October 7, 2017, members of drill teams from across the island showed up at the Hempstead Training Center for one last drill before the long winter, the annual Nanooks Drill. Anyone can be on any team and the events are not the usual. There is five-man hose, backward efficiency and, of course, a form of buckets, to name but some of the events. The drill is all for fun, friendship and camaraderie.

- Fire News photos by Bill D’Alessandro

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Southampton Town Firefighter of the Year Dinner

The Southampton Town Firefighter of the Year Dinner was held on September 30, 2017. The dinner is normally an annual event hosted by the Southampton Town Fire Chiefs Council for the members of the East Hampton Town, Southold Town, Riverhead Town and Southampton Town departments. This year’s dinner was for the years 2015 and 2016, since last year’s event had to be cancelled.

FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR 2015 North Sea Fire Department, James B. Zaneski; Eastport, Captain Louis Bancroft; Bridgehampton, Joseph Hernandez; Quogue, Todd Bandrowski; Sag Harbor, Alex Smith; Southampton, Jeremy McMahon; Flanders, Michael DeNicolo; East Quogue, Scott Davonski.

FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR 2016 North Sea Fire Department, Edward C. DiMonda, Sr.; Eastport, Captain John Rankin; Bridgehampton, Samantha Dombkowski; Quogue, Paul Insalaco; Westhampton Beach, Christopher Kampfer; Sag Harbor, Richard Grigonis; Southampton, Tara Collins; Flanders, Beth Young; Riverhead, John Spiciati, Jr.; Jamesport, Joe Szot; Wading River, William Savage; East Quogue, William Potter III. EMS PROVIDER OF THE YEAR 2015 Bridgehampton Fire Department, Taylor Vecsey; Wading River, Ricky Chan; East Quogue, Donna Ponto.

EMS PROVIDER OF THE YEAR 2016 Bridgehampton Fire Department, John N. White; Wading River, Joanne Peters; East Quogue, Patricia Vonatiki.

CORPSMAN OF THE YEAR 2015 Riverhead Ambulance, Theresa Cahill.

CORPSMAN OF THE YEAR 2016 Riverhead Ambulance, Jacob Phillips.

- Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Fire Prevention in Ridge The Ridge Fire Department hosted a Fire Prevention Open House at their headquarters on October 15, 2017.

Demonstrations included vehicle extrication, car fire extinguishment, and a scaled down one-room fire.

- Fire News photos by Thomas J. Lambui and Nicole Santoianni

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2017 Badge of Courage Gala

A wonderful evening was had at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum as four special awards were presented at the 2017 Badge of Courage Gala. Brett Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment received the Firefighters Leadership Award. Gerard Presta of the East Norwich Fire Department and Nassau County Junior Firefighters Association received the Francis X. Pendl Firefighter Award. Keith Lane of Fox 5 and the Oceanside Fire Department, was posthumously awarded the Keith Lane Memorial Excellence in Journalism Award. The Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Wa r r i o r s re c e i v e d t h e F i re f i g h t e r s Humanitarian Award. Congratulations to everyone who made this evening special.

- Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Farmingdale Columbus Day Parade

On October 8, 2017, the Farmingdale Fire Department hosted the as well as numerous bands and other fire departments. The number annual Columbus Day Parade on Main Street, ending at its fire- 28 NASCAR Camping World Series truck, sponsored by the FDNY, - Fire News photos Paul Mazza house. Numerous local organizations and local politicians attended, was also in attendance.

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Suffolk VEEB Medal Day On September 24, 2017, the Vocational Education and Extension Board of the County of Suffolk held Medal Day 2017 at the Smithtown Fire Department. Congratulations to all of the recipients who received awards and were honored at the ceremony.

Gold Medal: Patrick Diecidue, Timothy Duckham, John Hansen, Thomas Kriklava, Joseph LaRocco and Jennifer O’Brian (all from the Smithtown Fire Department) and Rudolph A. Sunderman, Jr., of the Mastic Fire Department.

Silver Medal: Christopher Capalbo, Southampton Fire Department.

Bronze Medal: Michael Algozzino, Scot Davonski, William Potter III of the East Quogue Fire Department.

Unit Citation: Richard Kennedy, Michael Marinello, Steven McCarren, Edward Simonetti, Dennis Whittam, Thomas Young of the Terryville Fire Department.

Al Nemecek Award: Deputy Chief Timothy J. Murphy.

Jack Gibson Award: Deputy Chief Edward C. Metcalf.

Chief Frank L. Obremski Memorial Award for Coordinator of the Year: Fire Coordinator Donald Miller.

Liberty Mutual Fire Mark Award: Rudy Sunderman.

- Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone

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Firehouse Kitchen

Mediterranean Meatloaf

By Ray Cooney

Last month I spoke about the Mediterranean Diet. The program was called “Feeding America’s Bravest – Survival Mediterranean Style.” In case you didn’t read it, I spoke mainly about a man named Big George and his restaurant, The Greek Islands.

Why am I mentioning what I wrote about last month? This article is going to be about Dr. Stefanos Kales — the man behind the Mediterranean Diet. I met up with Dr. Kales on my trip to Indianapolis, back in October 2017. The day started with me arriving at Kroger Supermarket (the largest traditional grocer in the country), being dropped off by Engine 53 of the Indianapolis Fire Department. My producer thought this would be great footage for our Indianapolis episode. Dr. Kales greeted me, along with Lieutenant Mike Caruso (of the FDNY Training and Health Unit). I questioned why the FDNY was there, and Dr. Kales informed me that Mike helped put the Mediterranean Diet study (from the last article) together. Kroger’s was the choice of supermarket due to their fresh selection of produce and organic items (important items for the Mediterranean Diet).

After we were done shopping, we arrived at Station 41 to commence cooking. I was star struck upon entering!

There, in front of me, was UFC fighter

Chris Lytle. He is retired from the UFC and took on an even bigger thrill-ride of a job — he became an Indianapolis firefighter. Upon meeting, I told him he was definitely cooking on the segmen, and asked him what he’d cook. “What have you got? I can cook anything.” We agreed that he would cook the asparagus, one of his favorite vegetables.

In the kitchen, Dr. Kales, Lieutenant Mike Caruso and myself were comical.

My producer stopped us midway through shooting to inform me that I was calling Mike by the wrong name because I was calling him “Lou.” I knew very well what his name was – I was calling him “Lou” as short for Lieutenant.

Instead of using ground beef, we were using ground turkey for our Mediterranean meatloaf. We mixed in a bunch of chopped vegetables to make this a healthy meal. We set up a giant table on the apparatus floor and invited firefighters from the surrounding stations to join us.

I had a wonderful time in Indianapolis. It’s not just a place to go to for FDIC, but a wonderful place to get to know. To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen or how to become a sponsor, visit firehousekitchenshow.com. Check your local listing for where you can view Firehouse Kitchen.

Mediterranean Meatloaf 3-lbs of ground turkey 3-eggs 1-cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs 2- bell peppers, mix colors 1- green squash

1- cup shredded carrots 1- red onion 2- cups mushrooms Ketchup Salt, pepper, garlic and thyme 4 tblsp Worcester sauce Small can of tomato paste

Finely Chop all vegetables. Saute onion and peppers in olive oil for five minutes. Add carrots and squash sauté another three or four minutes.

Add mushrooms and sauté for two minutes.

Blend in tomato paste, Worcester, and spices.

Shut heat cover and let cool Blend meat, eggs cheese and some more spices and vegetable mixture; make sure vegetables aren’t hot before you add to meat. Form in a pan. Cover top with ketchup.

Bake in 375-degree oven for about one-hour or internal temperature is 160 degrees.

Don’t ovecook … and enjoy!

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

Members of the Seaford Fire Department at their Open House after demonstrating their hydraulic tools.

- Fire News photo by Jack Healy

The Farmingville Bandits Drill Team completed the 2017 season by becoming the 2017 Town of Brookhaven champions.

- Fire News photo by Amanda Coffey

Stony Brook University Fire Marshals at their October Safety Day. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Members of the Roslyn Highlands Fire department at a house fire on Old Powerhouse Road on October 9, 2017.

- Fire News photo by K2MPhotography.com

New Hyde Park RIT at an October Garden City fire.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Riders of Fire Motorcycle Club welcomed its newest member, Edmund Platt.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

The office staff of Ultra Bright Lightz.

- Fire News photo by Justin Tomney

Members of the Saint James Fire Department stand by at the scene of a house fire.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Seaford Memorial Service

The Seaford Fire Department held its annual Memorial Services at its headquarters on October 7, 2017, to honor and eulogize the members of the Seaford Hook Ladder and Engine Company No. 1 who have answered their last call. Ex-Chief Wes Weeks was the master of ceremonies for the memorial services, over which he has presided for a number of years. Department Chaplain Monsignor Steve Camp gave the invocation and benediction. The ceremony includes the reading of the names of each departed member and the striking of the department’s fire bell each time a name was read. This year, three new names were added: Rachel Hayden, the youngest yet to be added, Frederick Schwicker and Benno Werner Stauch.

- Fire News photos by Jack Healy

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North Patchogue Open House

The North Patchogue Fire Department held their annual fire prevention open house on October 12, 2017. During the open house the fire department had a special guest from Suffolk County Police Aviation, and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s DWI Squad.

- Fire News photos by Steven Walsh

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In Honor of Buckets On September 4, 2017, the Freeport Dead-End Kids Racing Team presented the Hicksville Hicks with a first-place leg trophy at the Labor Day drill for winning the bucket contest. The trophy is in honor of their firehouse dog, Buckets, who passed away early this year .

- Fire News photo by Bill D'Alessandro

Fire Safety Campaign (Photo left, from left to right): Ronald McDonald, Lonny Weiner (McDonald’s), Josh Kaufman, (LI McDonald’s owner/operator and President), Luciana Montuoro (LI McDonald’s Marketing/PR Director), Neil Zipser (Kidde Fire Safety), Alana Petrocelli (Executive Director of the Firefighters Museum), Michael Uttaro (Nassau County Assistant Chief Fire Marshal), Donald Lynch (Suffolk County Fire Marshal), and Chief John Murray (Firefighters Museum) at the kick-off of the Long Island McDonald’s fire safety program. - Fire News photo provided

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Lynbrook Wetdown

On October 8, 2017, Lynbrook Truck Company No. 1 held a wetdown ceremony at their Earle Avenue firehouse for the new Ladder 427, which was placed into service one week prior to the ceremony. The new rig, a 2017 Spartan built on the gladiator chassis, replaces its 1998 Spartan predecessor.

Rigs from various departments were on hand for the ceremony and to assist in the wet down. Ladder 427 runs alongside Ladder 428 Air Truck/Utility Vehicle 4288. The best of luck to the company with their new apparatus.

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Chaplain William Mayo Gets 25-Year Award First Deputy Chief Chaplain of the New York State Association of Fire Chaplains, Inc., William Mayo, was presented with a plaque last week recognizing his 25 years of service to the Plainview Fire Department. Chaplain Mayo was honored for serving as Plainview’s Fire Medic and Chaplain.

- Fire News photo provided

CI Thanks Moloney’s, Cintas for Contribution Members of the Central Islip Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Committee are shown with representatives of the Moloney Funeral Home accepting their donation of 300 home smoke detectors which were distributed at the Annual Open House Event held on October 13, 2017.

Committee Chairperson Bob Sutton extended his thanks, on behalf of the department, to the Moloney Funeral Home for their generosity and concern in alerting Central Islip residents should a fire occur at their homes. (Left to right): Bob Sutton; Don Bracciodieta, Sr.; Glenda Sanchez; Marjury Capizzi; Daniel Moloney; and Bill Miller. The Cintas Corporation also donated 300 smoke detectors, as well, and the CIFD would like to acknowledge their participation and generosity in its Fire Prevention Week activities.

- Fire News photo by Charles A. Murphy, CIFD Photo Unit

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Asharoken Remembers Former Police Chief

The Village of Asharoken and Asharoken Police Department held a memorial service for former Chief of Police Henry Brooks, who passed away in August. Chief Brooks served as a police officer from 1964 and retired in 1992, and was Chief for over 15 years. Family, village officials and officers from the Suffolk County, Northport, and Asharoken Police Departments attended the service at Village Hall. Officer-in-Charge Ray Mahdesian (ex-Chief Dix Hills Fire

Department) and Officer Dennis Magerle (ex-Chief Halesite FD) led the honor guard of police officers that included Officer Mike Magerle (ex-Chief Halesite FD), Officer Joey D’Allessandro (exChief Dix Hills FD) and Officer Jim Cox (member Centerport FD).

Suffolk County Police Highway Patrol motorcycles provided an escort for the procession, and there was a helicopter flyover from the Aviation Unit.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Centerport Country Concert and BBQ Cook-Off

The Centerport Fire Department held their second annual Country pork ribs. The event was a great success due to the overwhelming Concert and BBQ Cook-Off at Centerport Beach recently. support of the community, neighboring departments, sponsors and Nashville’s own Joe Bayer Band belted out the country tunes with the assistance of the Town of Huntington.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman delicious food favorites cooked by Centerport firefighters.

Barbecue Cook-Off teams competed for the best chicken, beef and

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Melville Hosts Annual Open House

The Melville Fire Department recently hosted their annual open house at fire headquarters. Visitors learned about fire prevention and safety, and got to see live firefighting and heavy rescue demonstrations. Special thanks to the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center and Love on a Leash Therapy Dogs for their participation. “The Open House is a great opportunity for our residents to learn about our department, and provide them with an educational and enjoyable experience,� said Chief Jason Bernfeld.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Syosset Fire Prevention Day On October 8, 2017, the Syosset Fire Department held its annual Fire Prevention Day. Events included fire prevention demonstrations in the Department’s Fire Prevention/Education Trailer, and Engines 581, 5855, 584 and Heavy Rescue 588 were busy all day giving rides to children and adults. The highlight of this event each year are the live burns. Members built a house with three rooms to simulate two bedroom fires and a living room fire started by a Christmas tree. The New York State Police brought their crash simulator known as The Seat Belt Convincer, again this year. In addition, there were representatives from the Long Island Rail Road with information on track safety.

- Fire News story submitted by ex-Chief Kenneth Johnson; photo by Kevin Imm

Jericho Fire Prevention Day On October 1, 2017, the Jericho Fore Department held their annual Fire Prevention Day. - Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

4 NY Islanders Get a Taste of Firefighting On October 4, 2017, four NY Islanders visited the Westbury Fire Department to see what it is like to be a volunteer firefighter. Forwards Jordan Eberle and Anders Lee, and defenseman Nick Leddy and Johnny Boychuk used air packs in the smoke house, took the nozzle on the hose line, used the hydraulic cutters on a training van, put on all of the protective gear and also went up in the bucket of the ladder truck. At the end of the day they presented the Department with a Westbury Fire Department Islanders jersey.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Luis Gets the Tour On October 8, 2017, Bethpage Fire Department Station 5 received a special visitor, Luis Mendez, age four. Along with his parents, Lou and Karla, they were given a tour of the fire engine and some of the equipment. Luis has an inoperable brain tumor. For more information about Luis, see his Go Fund Me site at gf.me/u/dddkpm.

- Fire News story by ex-Chief John Fitzwilliam, BFD PIO; photo by Kevin Imm

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Remembering James Kennelly At this year's 9/11 Memorial Service in Massapequa, ex-Chief Tom Kennelly and his wife Joann were presented with an American Flag in memory of their son James, a Massapequa Fire Department member and Port Authority Police Officer who recently died of a 9/11-related cancer. James Kennelly will always be in the memory of the Massapequa Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy

East Northport 9/11 Memorial Service The East Northport Fire Department held their 16th annual September 11th Memorial Service at their 9/11 Memorial Monument, set around an eight-foot, 8,000-pound steel beam from the World Trade Center. Chief Dan Heffernan welcomed the guests, followed by an opening prayer from Chaplain William Bootz. The sirens were sounded to mark the time of the South Tower collapse, which was followed by the reading of all victims’ names. The sirens were again sounded to mark the collapse of the North Tower. An engine with a memorial banner listing all the 9/11 victims proceeded under the flag-draped arch of East Northport and Commack ladder trucks.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Levittown Remembers The Levittown Fire Department held its 9-11 service in remembrance of all those who perished that day, including Levittown Chief and FDNY Lieutenant Ronald T. Kerwin, and Firefighter Tim Keller E-7 who passed away from a 9/11-related illness.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Miller Place Starts 9/11 Survivor Tree On August 31, 2017, a group from the FDNY NYC Fireriders, staff members from John Bowne High School (Flushing, Queens), and officials from Bartlett Tree Experts were escorted from the school to the Miller Place Fire Department headquarters by a team of six SCPD motorcycle officers. They were escorting two trucks full of the 9/11 Survivor Tree saplings grown, for the past six years, by students at John Bowne High School. The saplings were handed out to representatives from groups pre-authorized to receive the 9/11 saplings.

- Fire News photo by Thomas J. Lambui

Levittown Welcomes Nassau Operation Wounded Warriors

Romaine at Patchogue Brush Truck Comp

Levittown Fire Chief Thomas O. Steinwall (second from right), a US Marine veteran, greets and welcomes Joe O’Grady (left), Chairman of Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior (NCFF-OWW) and an ex-Chief of the Floral Park Fire Department, and the NCFF-OWW memberships to a meeting of the organization, held at the Levittown firehouse in September.

Joining them is Timothy Courtney, Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissions, and an Army veteran. Each month, NCFF-OWW, which has been helping our wounded warriors since 2004, holds monthly meetings at different fire departments and at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum. The membership is beginning to plan its upcoming trips in December to four military hospitals along the East Coast to visit our wounded warriors.

- Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

On September 16, 2017, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Patchogue Fire Department’s 5th Annual Brush Truck Training Competition and Fundraiser at Fireman’s Park in Ridge.

Supervisor Romaine presented a proclamation to Deputy Chief Joseph Arabia of the Patchogue Fire Department in recognition of their efforts in hosting the event and their dedicated service to the Patchogue community. (Left to right): Supervisor Romaine and Patchogue Fire Department members Bob Chuchiolo, Ron Lang and Chief Joseph Arabia.

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Firefighters Run the Cow Harbor Race

Kings Park’s Turbush, Bruce-Gonzalez Honored

Firefighters representing the fire service successfully completed the Cow Harbor Race in Northport on September 16, 2017. The five firefighters ran the entire 6.21-mile race wearing about 50 pounds of structural firefighting gear and SCBA. (From left at the finish line): Firefighter/EMT Mike Gunther of Centerport FD, Firefighter/EMT Dan Cross of Northport FD, Lieutenant Vinny Pastore, Firefighter/EMT Jamie Conroy and Firefighter Mike Ripple, all of the East Northport FD. - Photo courtesy East Northport FD

St. Catherine of Siena hosted its quarterly EMS Dinner and Lecture Series on September 27, 2017 at the Stonebridge Country Club — an initiative that fosters excellence in health care services through improved communication and education. St. Catherine's Chief of Neuroscience Magdy Shady, MD, lectured on “Head Trauma-No Time to Waste,” and Kimon Bekelis, MD, lectured about “Advances in Stroke and Brain Aneurysm.” EMS personnel in attendance all remarked about the great topics and need for the education forum.

In addition, first responders Barbara Turbush and Kristen BruceGonzalez from the Kings Park Fire Department were presented with the “Protector of the Penumbra” award by St. Catherine’s Stroke Program Coordinator Catherine Videtto.

The “Protector of the Penumbra” award was developed by St. Catherine of Siena as a patient initiative in partnership with the American Heart Association. The goal is to improve administration times for the ‘clot-busting’ drug used in the treatment of patients who are brought to the emergency department with symptoms of acute ischemic stroke.

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The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far Hunter Roupas, age two, grandson of Fire News publisher Frank C. Trotta and wife Marie, showed an early interest in the fire service when he attended the Glen Ellyn (IL) Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Open House and played fire chief for Halloween. The Glen Ellyn Fire Department, founded in 1907, is located about 20 miles outside Chicago.

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Stony Brook Fire Safety Day On October 11, 2017, Stony Brook University College held its annual Safety Day for the students on campus.

There were numerous hands-on learning stations, as well as live demonstrations from the Stony Brook University Fire Marshals, Suffolk County Police, MTA Railroad Police, Stony Brook Fire Department, Setauket Fire Department, and the Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services.

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FDSOA’S SANDY DAVIS RAISED FF CANCER AWARENESS Michael Petroff, former FDSOA Chair, served on the board many Sandy Davis, former chairman of the Fire Department Safety Officers Association passed away Friday, November 3, 2017, after years with Davis. “Sandy was a mentor and a friend. Even during his battling colorectal cancer. Sandy was 62-years old. Davis served on illness, after his term as chairman of the FDSOA, he assisted in the search and hiring of Director Rich the FDSOA Board of Directors for 12 years Marinucci,” said Petroff. “Sandy always and was a popular speaker at conferences had a smile and a story to tell. Some of his across the U.S. and Canada. stories could even be repeated in polite Davis began his fire service career with company. I know he was a devoted family Shreveport (LA) Fire Department and man and a dedicated public servant. His served as safety officer until he retired after Facebook post about wearing PPE speaks 26 years. He then joined the Louisiana of his character and concern for others.”

Department of Homeland Security A funeral service was held on November Emergency Management and served as 7, 2017, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Homeland Security Director for CaddoBossier for 12 years.

After being diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2013, Davis made it his mission to increase firefighter awareness to wear PPE at every incident. In 2015, Davis and John Phelan, a Shreveport firefighter, produced a five-minute video in 2015 for firefighters about the importance of wearing their PPE “Every incident, every time.” In the video, Davis states, “The colostomy bag is my PPE now.” He added that many nights he would lie awake wondering if wearing turnout gear would have prevented his colon cancer.

“Sandy Davis was a great contributor to the FDSOA and we are all grateful to him,” said Rich Marinucci, executive director of the FDSOA. “Safety officers have become a more vital part of the fire service and Sandy’s messages on firefighter cancer were powerful. Rest in peace.”

NEW YORK TACTICAL EMS EXPO AND TRAINING SYMPOSIUM The 1st Annual NY Tactical EMS Expo is coming to Long Island Pararescue (fmr.); Detective Wallace Zeins- NYPD Hostage on January 6 and 7, 2018, at the Huntington Hilton Expo Center (598 Negotiation Team (ret).; Firefighter Bryan Kelly, EMT-P-FDNY Squad 1/FDNY Fire Academy; and many more. Special guest appearWalt Whitman Road) in Melville, New York. The expo will feature ance by New Orleans EMS Captain Keeley Williams from the two events under a single roof, bringing together the best hit show Nightwatch on A&E. training and products in the fields of EMS, Fire T h e N Y Ta c t i c a l E M S C o n f e r e n c e and Law Enforcement. There will be i s d e s i g n e d fo r a l l fi rs t re s p o n d e r s 10,000-square feet of vendors, exhibits and (Fire/EMS/Law Enforcement/RN/MD/DO/ public safety trade show featuring products PAs/NPs/Personal Protective Detail/Security

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New Hyde Park’s Al Neu Celebrates 50 Years On September 30th, 2017, Enterprise Engine Company #1 of the New Hyde Park Fire Department held a celebration for ex-Captain Al Neu’s 50 years of service.

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Farmingville Fire Prevention

The Farmingville Fire Department held their annual open house on October 13, 2017.

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SCVFA Installation and Awards Ceremony The Suffolk County Volunteer Firemen’s Association held its annual installation and awards dinner at the Mill Pond Country Club in Medford on October 14, 2017. Installed by Suffolk Police Commissioner Tim Sini were President Chris DelVecchio, 1st VicePresident Frank Guarino, 2nd Vice-President Ryan Murphy, 3rd VicePresident Robert Sutton, Financial Secretary William Rowse, Treasurer Robert McConville, Sergeant-at-Arms Vincent Ammirati and Secretary Diana Larkin.

Honored at the dinner were members of the Smithtown Fire Department for heroic actions while operating at a house fire on Sterling Lane on August 24, 2016. Honored were ex-Chief John Hansen, Assistant Chief Patrick Diecidue, Assistant Chief Timothy Duckham, exCaptain Jennifer O’Brien, Firefighter Joseph LaRocco and Paramedic Thomas Kriklava.

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Eastport Remembers Ex-Chief Jeffrey Frey

Jeffrey A. Frey was a 50-year member of the Eastport Fire Department joining on July 13, 1967. He was a member of the Mercury Hose Company and held all positions in the department including Chief, serving from 1976-1979, just under 10 years after joining. He was a third generation Eastport firefighter He was a proud member of the Flying Ducks racing team (Once a duck always a duck!), and was the advisor of the junior program for numerous years, helping to mold many of the men and women in this department, including the three current chiefs. On Sunday mornings in November, he could often be found in the kitchen helping get ready for

the annual buffet breakfasts. And the first Saturday of every August he was one of the volunteers opening clams at the annual fundraising barbecue.

In 1976, he was involved in getting the department’s Day Elder truck back from a junkyard in Pennsylvania, and was instrumental in getting it restored to the beauty it is today. The Day Elder won multiple fastest water competitions at the Southampton Fire Department Musters over the years and Jeff became the official keeper of the Day Elder — driving it in parades and taking the truck to numerous antique shows across the Tri-State area.

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Hagerman Mourns Anthony Frabizio III Anthony ‘Fuzzy’ Frabizio III answered his last alarm on October 17, 2017, at the age of 70. He is survived by his beloved wife, Adele; his children Anthony Frabizio IV (Jeanette) and Annette Frabizio; his grandsons Jesse, Evan, Anthony, Brody and Gavin; and his sister Lillian Freyherr (Ricky) and his brother-in-law Phil; and several nieces and nephews. Anthony was a life member of the Hagerman Fire Department, serving as both Chief and Commissioner and was a life-long resident of East Patchogue and Bellport.

Fuzzy started as a junior fireman at the Hagerman Fire Department at the age of 17. He rose through the ranks from Lieutenant and served as Chief from 1988 to 1989. He then became a Commissioner. He also served as the department’s Financial Secretary and went on to be the department Treasurer.

Fuzzy worked as a computer analyst and most recently at the Bellport docks and still found time to pursue his passion as a member of the Hagerman Fire Department. He also served on the Hagerman Ambulance crew and, when ambulance services were taken over by the South Country Ambulance Company, became a life member of that department.

Fuzzy was part of an era of firemen that will never be replaced. He was always willing to lend a hand and speak his mind. He had an incredible work ethic and a love of family and community which he demonstrated every day. He was an integral part of the Hagerman Fire Department family, a familiar fixture in the firehouse, sitting at the table and playing cards with his friends and fellow firemen. He raced with the Gamblers for a couple of years and was an avid baseball player and coach. Through the years he won seven championships, coached his son’s team and was proud that his son was coaching his grandson’s team.

Fuzzy got his nickname in his early teens as he was trying to grow a mustache. His came in very slow and was fuzzy. Hence the nickname that stuck. He was also known as Tony, Butch, Mr. Biz, Dad, Poppa and Hun. The Hagerman Fire Department family would like to extend their deepest condolences to the Frabizio family and thank them for the years they let their husband, father, brother, grandfather, brother-in-law and friend spend time away from them so he could serve his community in a way that made him happy and deeply respected. Anthony Frabizio III will be deeply missed and always remembered.

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Centereach Mourns Ex-Chief Nick Potito The Centereach Fire Department announced the passing of Life Member and ex-Chief Nick Potito.

Nick Potito joined the Centereach Fire Department in 1966, was a charter member of Engine Company 3 in which he served as Captain in 1985 and 1986. He later moved up to the chief’s ranks, serving as Assistant Chief from 1986 to 1988.

In 1989 he was elected Chief of the Department a position in which he served until 1990.

We are saddened by the loss of our Chief and fellow brother firefighter and send the deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest easy Chief, you will not be forgotten.

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