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West Hempstead House Fire A fire in an attached garage spreads to the house, but quick work minimizes damage.

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Sag Harbor Goes to Work A clay tile roof and stucco construction holds a fire to the interior.

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New Hyde Park Shop Fire Firefighters respond to smoke coming from an auto body shop.

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Jamesport MVA During a February blizzard a car head-ons a tree on Sound Avenue.

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Montauk FD Installation Montauk holds the annual swearing in of its new officers on New Year’s Day. See story page 54

Obituaries Commack’s Nott Mattituck’s Wiwczar Melville’s Earley Holtsville’s West Wantagh’s Pasquarelli See stories starting on page 69

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

TrainingTime is to Change No Joke Recently, I have been hearing complaints from first responders that they are being “killed” by what appears to be an increased amount of training. Although it might appear to be an inconvenience and burden on all responders, especially the volunteer, training is important and is what saves your life when things go wrong.

Close to 25 years ago, departments were required to give yearly HazMat and OSHA training. Many departments cover this requirement in an all-day seminar or through their local fire academy. Others have spread it out over the entire year.

In New York, the Department of Labor (DoL) sent out a letter to departments. The purpose of which was to, “help clarify an important issue regarding the level and types of training required for firefighters.” OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.156, (C) (1) is intended to ensure the safety of firefighters and requires that fire department leaders and

instructors receive training and education that is more comprehensive than that provided to the general membership of the department.

To clarify the concerns of the DoL, many of the major fire service organizations have gotten together to identify the core competencies that fire department members, leaders and trainers should have in order to satisfy this requirement. The DoL is interested in the competencies achieved and training from any source must be properly documented.

Referring to the OSHA Fire Department Refresher, there is no longer a requirement that you provide a specific number of hours of annual refresher training, but rather that you must provide and document annual safety training in six specific areas — Hazardous Materials/Emergency Response, Respiratory Protection, Blood Borne Pathogens, Right to Know, Workplace Violence, and Fire Extinguishers (if required to use) — as well as

additional training from the suggested areas that apply to your department. This training does not have to occur in one single class, but, “must occur each year.”

My advice is to review training and refresher programs and run them by your state associations to be sure they meet the requirements.

Chiefs and instructors should take a look the Recommended Best Practices for Fire Department Training Programs by the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control. Visit www.dhses.ny.gov/ofpc/training/firefightingbest-practices.cfm for more information.

Although it may seem inconvenient, ongoing training is what keeps you proficient and what helps keep you safe.

Dennis

Announcements

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Thanks for the article on page 32 of the February 2016 issue of Long Island Fire News by Paul Hashagen about the deadly 1916 crash in Babylon. I am a member of Babylon Fire Department and also a member of the history committee, and we didn't even think of the 100year time line and its implication on safety of the members, both then and now. Thank you, again, from a 40-year BFD member.

- Pat Reilly

WEST ISLIP FIRE POLICE FUNDRAISER

The West Islip Fire Department Fire Police Squad will hold An Evening with Robert E. Hansen, Psychic Medium, on April2, 2016, at 2000 hours.

The event will be held at 309 Union Boulevard in West Islip and the doors will open at 1900. Pre-show starts with light refreshments and their will be a post-show dessert table. The cost is $35 per person, and their will be raffles and 50/50s. For more information contact: Capt. Jim O’Regan at 631-455-5172; e-mail: Firepolice@wifd.org.

Tickets can be purchase donline at www.ticketdriver.com/event/18714.

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

On March 20, 2016, Hose Company #1 of the West Babylon Fire Department will host its annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Fire Headquarters located at West Babylon Fire Department Headquarters, 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon. Doors open from 0800 to 1200.

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, orange juice, coffee and tea. Take your pictures with the Easter Bunny in our Enchanted Spring Garden. Sparky the Talking Animated Fire Dog, driving his own fire engine, will be on hand with free giveaways. The Suffolk County Masons will be giving away free Child Identification Kits as part of their Child Safety Identification Program. The TMB Model Train Club will be on hand with a full table top train set and there will be free Face Painting..

FOURTH BATTALION TO HOLD BURN CENTER FUNDRAISER

The Fourth Battalion Fire District has announced their Eleventh Annual Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation Fundraiser will be hosted by the Lynbrook Fire Department at the Commuters Club on Ocean

Avenue at the Long Island Rail Road Station in East Rockaway on Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 1300 to 1800. There will be a free food buffet, live music, and many prizes and gifts will be raffled off. There will also be an outdoor cigar lounge and a special appearance by Nassau County Firefighters Pipes and Drums. A donation to enter is only $10.

The Fourth Battalion has raised nearly $100,000 in the past 10 years for the Burn Center Foundation.

“Everyone is welcome to come and support the foundation and the live-saving work done at the Burn Center by a dedicated group of doctors, nurses, and medical professionals,” said ex-Chief John Hennig of the Rockville Centre Fire Department and Chairman of the Fourth Battalion. “We hope that firefighters throughout the county will stop-by on March 6 and join your fellow firefighters in supporting this very worthwhile fundraiser.”

EVERYONE GOES HOME PHOTO CONTEST

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s Everyone Goes Home program wants to see photos of how departments or fire service organizations use the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives every day. We want people to send their best photo examples of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives at work to photos@everyonegoeshome.com. (Limit three entries per person/e-mail address during the Contest Period) between January 19, 2016 12:00:01 a.m. ET and August 31, 2016 11:59:59 p.m. ET. All the details and contest rules are available at www.everyonegoeshome.com/2016/01/19/photo/.

The winner will receive a roundtrip coach class air transportation for one to attend the 2016 Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation Seminar held November 4 - 5, 2016, in Stony Brook, New York. Travel, lodging, and admission to the conference are included. Winner will be announced by e-mail and on www.everyonegoeshome.com and www.facebook.com/EveryoneGoesHome.

PORT JEFFERSON GOLF OUTING

The Port Jefferson Fire Department will be holding a golf outing at the Port Jefferson Country Club on Thursday, May 12, 2016.

For more information please called the Port Jefferson Fire Department at 631-473-8910.

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Comm’l. Fire in Yaphank On January 17, 2016, the Yaphank Fire Department received a report of smoke at a Long Island Avenue light industrial complex in Yaphank. Upon arrival of the chief, mutual aid was requested from Brookhaven, Coram, Farmingville, Hagerman and Medford. The fire was believed to have started in one of the units that housed a cabinet maker.

- Fire News photos by Jim Dunn

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N. Massapequa House Fire

On February 6, 2016, the North Massapequa Fire Department received numerous calls reporting a house fire on James Street in the Viceroy section of the district. First and Second Assistant Chiefs Ferrara and Pesale arrived and found a 1-1/2 story home well involved on the exposure 3 and 4 sides with the gas service to the house on the 4 side compromised. The electrical service to the house was also damaged and hanging low in the street restricting access. Engine 663 and Ladder 661 arrived, as did Chief of Department Mauro, who took command. Additional North Massapequa and mutual aid units also arrived. It took about an hour to bring the fire under control with the house heavily damaged. The lone occupant was able to exit prior to the fire department’s arrival. Also responding were Bethpage, South Farmingdale, Massapequa and Farmingdale; Seaford and Wantagh stood by at North Massapequa.

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Copiague Car Fire The Copiague Fire Department was alerted for a car fire in front of MSM Auto Body on Marconi Boulevard on February 2, 2016. Third Assistant Chief Nuzzi arrived to find a sedan on fire.

First and Second Assistant Chiefs Fitch and Rosenberg arrived with Engine 1-35, 1-3-10, Heavy Rescue 1-3-3 and Ambulance 1-3-2. The fire was extinguished in about 15 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Ceiling Fire in Wantagh Recently, Wantagh firefighters responded to a fire in the ceiling of the Blind Spot, a venetian blind manufacturer, located in a taxpayer on Merrick Road in Wantagh. Additional units were called from Seaford, Bellmore and North Bellmore along with a Heavy Rescue from Massapequa. The fire was deemed electrical with slight extension into exposure 4, the Spotlight Dance Studio.

- Fire News photo by Harry Loud

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HVAC Fire in N. Massapequa

The North Massapequa Fire Department was alerted for a building fire at the Town of Oyster Bay Community Center on North Albany Avenue on January 18, 2016. First responding units were advised that fire was showing from the roof. First Assistant Chief Ferrara arrived and requested mutual aid. Chief of Department Mauro arrived during the operation and took command. Engine 663 was

first due and was followed by Ladder 661. The crew from 663 had two lines stretched, one into the building and one to the roof to attack the fire, which appeared to be coming from an HVAC unit.

The fire was quickly knocked down and contained to the roof.

Mutual aid was provide by Bethpage, Seaford and Wantagh.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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West Hempstead House Fire

An overnight fire in West Hempstead on January 19, 2016, destroyed a detached garage and did substantial damage to the nearby home. Firefighters were called to the scene of a raging fire in the rear of a home on Forest Place near Mulberry Lane. Units were advised that there were propane tanks stored in the garage but firefighters were able to locate and remove them without incident. The blaze was under control within 30 minutes and fire marshals were called to the scene to investigate.

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Smithtown House Fire

The Smithtown Fire Department was toned out for a fully involved structural fire in the vicinity of Roundabout and Woodland Roads early on January 16, 2016. The homeowners were away and the house unoccupied. Chief of Department Murphy (4-2-30) ordered an exterior attack. Engine 4-2-4 provided a water stream from its deck gun while Ladder 4-2-7 began a bucket attack from its tower ladder guns. Additional handlines were deployed. The fire was brought under control in an hour-plus. Mutual aid came from St. James, Nesconset and Nissequogue. On scene were ambulances 42-61 and 4-2-62.

- Fire News photos by Jeff Bressler

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Pt. Jefferson Harbor Plane Crash

On February 20, 2016, a plane crash-landed into the cold waters Suffolk County Police Department saved a student pilot, his where Port Jefferson Harbor and Setauket Harbor meet off instructor and a passenger. One other passenger was missing as this Poquott. The plane, a Piper Archer four-seat fixed wing plane, issue of Fire News went to press.

- Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault crash-landed in Setauket Harbor around 2300. Responders from the Setauket Fire Department, mutual aid departments and the

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West Islip House Fire

On January 27, 2016, the West Islip Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Keith Lane. Upon the arrival of 317-32, Kevin Parrett, there was heavy smoke showing from the first floor of the two-story home. Engine 3-17-7 was the first due and made an interior attack. Despite the hoarder-like conditions within,

the fire was knocked down and extinguished quickly. Mutual aid came from Bablyon and Bay Shore with stand-by coverage by Deer Park and North Babylon. One elderly resident of the home was transported to the local hospital for evaluation.

- Fire News photo by Rich Stark

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Suffolk County Chief Fire Marshal Retires

On January 22, 2016, Suffolk County Chief Fire Marshal Edward Springer began his retirement and officially ‘walked out’ of Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services for the final time. CFM Springer served the residents of Suffolk County for 28 years. He began his career as a Fire Marshal in 1988 and worked his way up through the ranks to earn the title of Chief Fire Marshal in 2011.

Congratulations and best wishes to Chief Edward Springer on his retirement.

- Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Copiague Tackles House Fire

On January 18, 2016 the Copiague Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Verazzano Avenue. Second Assistant Chief Rosenberg arrived first to heavy fire showing from the 2-3 exposure of the single-story home. All occupants escaped the house safely.

Chief of Department Campion arrived and took command of the scene, while Chiefs Rosenberg and Third Assistant Chief Nuzzi handled the fire attack.

Engine 1-3-5 from Station 1, a block away, was first due and was followed

by Ladder 1-3-9 and Ladder 1-3-4 who arrived shortly after. Two lines were stretched off 1-3-5 and put into operation to knock the fire down in about 20 minutes. The crew from 1-3-4 laddered the house, vented the roof and searched the house. The North Lindenhurst Fire Department sent Ladder 1-11-4 for RIT and the North Amityville Fire Company sent an Ambulance.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Fatality at Freeport Fire One person died after a fire in a Freeport apartment house on North Bergen Place on January 28, 2016.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Brentwood House Fire

On January 28, 2016, the Brentwood Fire Department was activat- structure. A quick knock down was made. Mutual aid came from ed for a residential structure fire on W. Oakdale Street. Upon the the West Islip, while Bay Shore stood by at Brentwood.

- Fire News photo by Rich Stark arrival of Michael Derbyshire (3-2-31), a working fire was declared.

The fire was contained to the garage with slight extension to the

Quick Knockdown in Massapequa

On January 9, 2016, the Massapeuqa Fire Department under the two lines. The fire was found in a utility room in the rear of the command of Chief of Department Keuchler responded to a house home and was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy, Massapequa FD fire on Plymouth Road. Engine 635 was first to arrive and stretched

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Malverne House Fire

Firefighters in Malverne were called to an Eimer Avenue address on the house but was quickly extinguished. County fire marshals were February 7, 2016, where they found an enclosed porch at the rear of called to the scene to investigate.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com the home engulfed in flames. The fire spread to the main portion of

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Sag Harbor House Fire Contained

On February 17, 2016, members of the Sag Harbor Fire Department were paged out to a structure fire on Noyac Road in the Noyac section of Sag Harbor. First arriving units found a two-story, wood-frame residence with a stucco exterior and clay tile roof with a working fire in the interior which, due to its stucco construction, had not extended to the exterior of the building. Under the supervision of First Assistant Chief Bruce Schiavoni and Second Assistant Chief Steve Miller, the crew on the first line in made an aggressive interior attack and was able to achieve a quick knockdown. East Hampton assisted, and both Sag Harbor and Bridgehampton Volunteer Ambulance crews responded. The cause of the fire was investigated by the Southampton Town Fire Marshal’s office, but is believed to have been caused by mishandled fireplace ashes.

-Fire News photos by Michael Heller

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Fast Work in Brentwood

On February 10, 2016, the Brentwood Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Spur Drive North. Third Assistant Chief Kelly arrived to heavy smoke coming from the house and heavy fire from an attached garage. Ladder 3-2-8, Engine 3-211 and Engine 3-2-15 responded. First Assistant Chief Derbyshire arrived an took command, while Chief Kelly handled the fire attack. The crew from 32-8 and Heavy Rescue 3-2-18 searched and vented the house. It took about 30 minutes to bring the fire under control. Mutual aid came from Islip and Central Islip, while Bay Shore stood by at Brentwood.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza and Rich Stark

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Arrest in Brentwood Home Arson

On January 30, 2016, the Brentwood Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Claywood Drive. Chief 5-2-33 arrived to flames showing on the exposure #2 side. The fire was quickly knocked down by first-due units. Suffolk County Police

arrested the homeowner’s ex-wife for deliberately setting the exterior of the house on fire while knowing there were occupants inside the residence. Command requested a fire marshal and arson squad to the scene.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

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So Much for Watching the Super Bowl The West Babylon Fire was called to a house fire on Arnold Avenue while Super Bowl 50 was in full swing on February 7, 2016. Chief of Department Manzi arrived to smoke showing from the garage.

Engine 1-9-3 was followed immediately by Ladder 1-9-4, Heavy Rescue 1-9-15 and Engine 1-9-8.

Two lines were stretched with one going into operation. The fire was contained to the garage and attic area and brought under control in about 30 minutes. The occupants exited the house safely. Lindenhurst responded on mutual aid.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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E. Farmingdale Garage Fire

The East Farmingdale Fire Company responded during a January Engine 1-5-2. First Assistant Chief Joseph arrived and took com23, 2016, blizzard to a reported detached garage fire on 10th Street. mand. The crew from 1-5-1 put one line into operation to extinguish Second and Third Assistant Chiefs Iuzzini and Welliver arrived and the fire in about 20 minutes, while other crews overhauled.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza found the structure fully involved and close to the rear of the house.

Engine 1-5-1 was first due and was followed by Ladder 1-5-15 and

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Baldwin House Fire

The Baldwin Fire Department transmitted a working house fire on the afternoon of January 21, 2016. Units responded to a home on Circle Drive West to find a portion of the attached garage ablaze. The Freeport Fire Department provided a ladder company to the scene. The fire was quickly extinguished.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Shed Fire in Farmingville

Late on January 22, 2016, the Farmingville Fire Department was exposure 2 side. Command requested mutual aid from Selden and activated for a reported residential structure on South Howell Holtsville. The fire was quickly knocked down by first-due units.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez Avenue. Chief Al Licata arrived to find a large shed on fire at the rear of the home. The fire spread to the exterior of the house on the

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Explosion at Medford Blaze

On January 19, 2016, the Medford Fire Department was acivated for a reported residential structure fire on Knickerbocker Avenue. Reports were coming into dispatch of reported explosions from the basement. Chief Frank Rivera arrived and requested mutual aid from Yaphank, Gordon Heights, North Patchogue, Patchogue Ambulance and South Country Ambulance. The fire extended to the exterior of the home on the 2 side. Multiple attack lines were stretched and the fire was quickly knocked down. Roof teams confirmed an explosion due to evident structural damage. Command requested a fire marshal to the scene to investigate.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

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CI Car/Shed Fire - Car Loses

The Central Islip Fire Department, under the command of Third the fire. There was only minor damage to the shed, however the Assistant Chief Chris Portelli, responded to a reported vehicle and vehicle was heavily damaged.

- Fire News photo by Charles A. Murphy, shed fire on Bayonne Avenue on January 25, 2016. Four CIFD units CIFD Photo Unit responded and found an SUV involved and quickly knocked down

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New Hyde Park Shop Fire

The New Hyde Park Fire Department was dispatched to a building fire on Second Avenue on the morning of January 14, 2016. Arriving units found a moderate smoke condition in an auto body shop and proceeded to locate the origin. Mutual aid companies were called to the scene and the fire was brought under control within 30 minutes.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Elmont House Fire The Elmont Fire Department responded to a working house fire on January 14, 2016. The two-story house on Biltmore Avenue displayed heavy black smoke on arrival with fire on the first floor. Nine resident were displaced and Red Cross representatives were called to assist.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Baldwin Fire Destroys Cottage A raging fire destroyed a structure on Grand Avenue just south of Barnes Avenue in Baldwin on January 18, 2016.

The small cottage house behind the main Victorian-style house was totally destroyed by the blaze. Smoke and flames could be seen for miles as Baldwin firefighters responded to the scene. County fire marshals were called to the scene to investigate.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

2 Cabs on Fire

On January 25, 2016, the East Farmingdale Fire Company was stretched one line to extinguish the fire in about 20 minutes, while called to a car fire in a parking lot on Route 110. Third Assistant the crews of Engine 1-5-2 and Heavy Rescue 1-5-4 overhauled.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza Chief Welliver arrived and found two cabs fully involved. Second Assistant Chief Iuzzini arrived and took command. Engine 1-5-1

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Bay Shore House Fire

On January 22, 2016, the Bay Shore Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Potter Boulevard. Engine 3-11 arrived and began an attack on the fire, which was moving swiftly through the home. Mutual aid was requested from West Islip to stand by at Bay Shore, North Babylon, Brentwood, and Deer Park.

Coverage for the districst was provided by the Babylon, East Islip, and Islip Terrace. Additionally, Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance and the Suffolk County Police Arson Squad was notified as well.

- Fire News photos by Rich Stark and Paul Mazza

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Barn Fire in Southampton On February 13, 2016, the Southampton Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire on North Main Street in Southampton Village. Southampton Village Police officers arrived to a fire in a barn situated against a house. When crews entered the house there was a male subject still inside. They assisted him out unuinjured. Crews were able to knock down the winddriven fire within an hour.

Southampton Village Ambulance and Southampton Town Ambulance repsonded and mutual aid came from Hampton Bays and North Sea, while Bridgehampton stood by at Southampton and Sag Harbor covered North Sea. One firefighter was injured after falling on the ice and was transported to Southampton Hospital. Chief Michael Kampf was in charge.

- Fire News photos submitted by 1st Asst. Chief Chris Brenner; SFD

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

Any Landing You Walk Away From ‌

Around noon on January 27, 2016, the Copiague Fire Department was alerted for a reported helicopter down at Buena Vista Boulevard and East Alhambra Avenue. An instructor and student were in the helicopter when it lost power at about 700 feet. The helicopter managed to crash land in the intersection without hitting any houses, commercial buildings or power lines before rolling on its side. Engines 1-3-5, 1-3-9, 1-3-10 Heavy Rescue 1-3-3 and Ambulance 1-3-27 responded under the command of Second Assistant Chief Rosenberg. Both occupants were out prior to the fire department’s arrival and were uninjured. Both were evaluated at the scene and neither wanted to be transported. The cause was under investigation.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Holbrook MVA On December 29, 2015, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for an MVA at the intersection of Portion and Holbrook Roads. Upon arrival, Chief Eric Cook was met with a two-vehicle MVA with one car that had jumped the curb and hit a brick wall. The crew of Rescue 8 arrived soon after and secured both vehicles. One driver was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for his injuries via a Ronkonkoma Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Car vs. Pickup in Wantagh On January 11, 2016, Wantagh firefighters responded to an MVAbetween a car and a pickup truck on Jerusalem Avenue near Daffodil Lane. A young child was injured and was taken to NUMC by Wantagh Rescue 2 for evaluation.

- Fire News photo by Harry Loud

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SCPD Car in 3-car MVA The Suffolk Police, Commack Fire Department and Commack Ambulance responded to an accident involving three cars including a Suffolk County Police car. The accident occurred at the intersection of Veterans Memorial Highway and Harned Road in Commack on January 14, 2016. One driver had to be extricated by firefighters using hydraulic equipment to remove the driver door. He was transported to an area hospital for further treatment.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

Ronkonkoma MVA In the early morning of January 6, 2016, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for an MVA with reported overturn on Ronkonkoma Avenue. Upon arrival, Chief Tim Blewett was met with a two-car MVA. The crew of Rescue 8 arrived soon after and secured both vehicles. Both drivers were transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for their injuries via Ronkonkoma Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

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Christmas Day MVA in Brentwood On Christmas Day, a woman with two children in a car driving south on Brookdale Avenue in Brentwood crashed into a telephone pole snapping it and causing the car to flip. The car then crashed into two parked cars trapping the woman. The Deer Park Fire Department responded and freed the people from the car and transported them to Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip. The accident was under investigation by Suffolk County Police.

- Fire News photo by Diana Thomas

Christmas Day Plainview MVA The Nassau County Police and Plainview Fire Department responded to a three-car MVA at the intersection of Old Country and Manetto Hill Roads in Plainview on December 25, 2015. Two people were injured; one was transported by Plainview Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Pinned in Bethpage On December 15, 2015, the Bethpage Fire Department was alerted for an MVA at the intersection of Stewart Avenue and Balsam Place. One driver was pinned in the car and crews from Rescue 3 used cutters and spreaders to remove the door and extricate the driver.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

School Bus-Car MVA in Mastic On December 10, 2015, the Mastic Fire Department received a call for an MVA between a school bus and a car. The car had rear-ended the bus as it was readying to drop off children. EMTs from Mastic Ambulance checked out each child and the busdrive. The female driver of the car did not appear injured but was shaken up from the collision. Chief Rudy Sunderman was in charge of the scene.

- Fire News photo by Jim Rugen

Huntington Handles Route 25A MVA The Huntington Fire Department responded to an MVA involving two vehicles on Route 25A near Park Avenue on December 6, 2015. Huntington firefighters secured the two SUVs, and applied an absorbent to the roadway. Firefighters were on the scene with a heavy rescue truck, under the command of Chief Robert Berry. The injured were transported to Huntington Hospital by the Huntington Community Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

2 Injured in Brentwood MVA On January 8, 2016, the Brentwood Fire Department responded to an MVA with reported entrapment at Sweeneydale and Fifth Avenues. First Assistant Chief Derbyshire arrived and found a sedan, which had driven completely under the trailer portion of a tractor trailer, had two people trapped and seriously injured. Heavy Rescue 3-2-18 and several Suffolk County Police ESUs responded and had multiple tools in operation and extricated the occupants in about 25 minutes. They were taken to Southside Hospital by Brentwood Legion Ambulance Corps. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Deer Park MVA: Cars, Shed, Fence and More On January 14, 2016, the Deer Park Fire Department responded to an MVA of a car crashing through a fence and then crashing into a shed in the backyard after slamming into a car on Park Avenue and West 10th Street. Four people were injured at the fourway stop intersection and were taken to local hospitals.

- Fire News photo by BTFirePhoto.com

Roll Over in Elmont One person suffered minor injuries after a vehicle rolled over on a quiet Elmont roadway on December 14, 2015. Elmont firefighters, EMS personnel, and county police were on the scene of the single vehicle accident on Kirkman Avenue near Rosser Avenue in Elmont.

-Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos

Overturn in Kings Park

The Suffolk Police and Kings Park Fire Department responded to a two-car MVA with overturn at the intersection of Pulaski Road and Old Commack Road in Kings Park on January 17, 2016. Upon arrival of first responders, two occupants were trapped in the overturned vehicle after being broadsided by the other. Firefighters cut

the windshield out to extricate the driver and passenger. Kings Park Ambulance transported the injured to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. The road in the area was closed to traffic until the vehicles and debris could be removed.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Farmingville MVA On January 11, 2016, the Farmingville Fire Department was activated for an MVA at the intersection of Portion and College Roads. Upon arrival, Chief Dave Smith advised incoming units of negative entrapment. The crew of Rescue 8 secured both vehicles. The drivers refused any medical attention from EMS. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Leaving the Scene On January 18, 2016, the West Babylon Fire Department was activated for an MVA with a reported car into a house at Little East Neck Road and Gordon Avenue.

Third Assistant Chief Vergano, Engine 1-9-6, Heavy Rescue 1-9-15, Ambulance 1-9-9 and Fire Police 1-9-5 responded. Units arrived to find a sedan crashed through a fence, then into the rear of a Phoenix Road home causing substantial damage to the 2-3 corner. The driver fled the scene but was later caught by Suffolk Police. The vehicle was secured by firefighters and there were no injuries to anyone in the house.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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2 Injured in Malverne MVA On January 29, 2016, the Malverne Fire Department and Nassau County EMS were on the scene of a twocar MVA on Rider Avenue near Hempstead Avenue.

One vehicle struck a utility pole injuring the two occupants. They were transported to a local hospital by county ambulance.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Right Place, Right Time

On January 9, 2016, a South Farmingdale Fire Department ladder company witnessed a two-car MVA at the intersection of Sunrise Highway and Cartwright Boulevard in Massapequa Park while returning to quarters after responding to a house fire. One of the vehicles jumped the sidewalk, ran through a fence and ended up in the woods along the LIRR tracks. South Farmingdale notified Massapequa of the incident and requested assistance. Ambulance 637, Engine 6315 and Squad Co 8 responded to the scene.

Massapequa and South Farmingdale firefighters were able to extract the driver of the car and she was transported to the hospital by Ambulance 637. The driver of the other vehicle involved in the MVA was an RMA. - Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy, Massapequa FD

When it Snows ...

Atlantic Beach Rescue standing by at a fire in Long Beach during Winter Storm Jonas. (Left to right): Daryl Blue, Chief J.B. Kohan and Jake Ortega.

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Bringing Science to the Street: UL and Firefighter Safety Research Working in partnership with the fire service, research departments and agencies, UL’s Firefighter Safety Research Institute (FSRI) executes cutting-edge firefighter research and makes the results widely available to the global fire community. With a team of pioneering experts and access to UL’s leading infrastructure, equipment and vast knowledge and insights, FSRI conducts and disseminates cutting-edge research and training programs that focus on the changing dynamics of residential, commercial and industrial fires, and the impact they have on the fire service tactics and strategies According to data compiled by the U.S. Fire Administration, 1160 firefighters died as a result of injuries sustained in the line of duty from 2001 through 2011. Although the annual number of total firefighter deaths has declined in recent years, firefighter deaths that occur inside of structures are occurring at higher rates than those reported in the 1970s and 1980s, despite a decrease in the overall number of fires. In addition, ongoing changes in construction methods, building materials, home designs and products used in home furnishings present new potential safety challenges under fire conditions.

UL has long been in forefront of fire safety research to support efforts that prevent unnecessary fire-related deaths. Much of this research has been directed toward developing a better understanding of the characteristics of the modern residential fire, and providing members of the fire service with the information and knowledge needed to modify key firefighting tactics.While firefighting will never be without risk, UL research represents a vital contribution to overall efforts to reduce risks and to save lives.

UL FSRI Director Steve Kerber said, “This training program brings science to the streets by providing a dozen tactical considerations to the fire service. Through the use of video, data, and 3D drawings of the structures, firefighters are given information that directly relates to the fireground. For the scientifically inclined, there are also links to the detailed report as well as the data graphs and full experiment video.”

Here is a summary of some of UL’s recent and current fire safety research projects, and their implications for firefighter safety.

Structural Stability of Engineered Lumber in Fire Conditions Basement Fires and the Integrity of Engineered Floor Systems Firefighter Exposure to Smoke Particulates Firefighter Safety and Photovoltaic Systems Impact of Horizontal Ventilation Impact of Vertical Ventilation Governors Island Experiments with FDNY and NIST Exterior Fire Spread and Attic Fires (ongoing) In future articles, I’ll discuss each research project in greater detail.

A wealth of information and instructional videos are available at: http://ulfirefightersafety.com. These free videos make for great Company Firefighter Training sessions that can be used to enhance your firefighter training program and improve safety while operating on the fire ground.

Editor’s note; Bruce Johnson will be presenting the Suffolk County Fire Chiefs 2016 Scholarship Seminar on Friday, March 18, 2016, with Improving Firefighting Tactics and Fire Ground Safety. This presentation will include an overview of recent UL Research. ***

Bruce Johnson is a currently a Senior Regulatory Engineer in UL’s Codes and Advisory Services Department.

Bruce previously worked for the International Code Council (ICC), heading up their national fire service activities program.

Bruce is also an Adjunct College Instructor at SUNY Empire State College instructing in the areas of emergency management, fire department administration, fire investigation, fire prevention, community risk reduction and fire protection structures and systems. He has extensive expertise in building construction and fire prevention codes, code and standard development and code administration. Bruce has instructed numerous courses on topics of fireground operations, fire officer development, fire protection systems and code administration.

Bruce served 17 years as a Deputy Chief - Fire Instructor at the Suffolk County Fire Academy, retiring in 2015. Bruce was also a NYS Certified Code Enforcement Official and Fire Marshal for Riverhead Township.

Bruce earned a Bachelor degree in Fire Service Administration from Empire State College; Bachelor Degree in Accounting from Dowling College and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

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Massapequa Park MVA

MVA in Franklin Square

On January 9, 2016, the Massapequa Fire Department received a call for an overturned auto with ejection on Roosevelt Avenue and South Park Drive in Massapequa Park. Chiefs 6301, 02 and 03, along with Ambulance 6310 and Ladder 632, responded. Upon arrival the chiefs found that the driver of the overturned vehicle had exited the vehicle on his own and was found sitting on the curb.

A Nassau County Police Ambulance transported the driver of the overturned vehicle and 6310 transported the driver of the other vehicle involved.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy; Massapequa FD

The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department responded to an MVA on February 1, 2016, at the intersection of New Hyde Park Road and Cathedral Avenue. One vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a nearby fence. Fire department EMS transported two injured to area hospitals.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Overturned Truck in Hicksville

The Hicksville Fire Department and Nassau Police Department responded to an MVA involving an overturned tractor-trailer on Duffy Avenue Hicksville on February 8, 2016.

A truck driver operating the vehicle at a construction site apparently had a malfunction while being loaded with to soil and sand. Firefighters and police had to extricate the male driver from the cab during severe weather conditions. Hicksville Ambulance transported the driver, who suffered minor injuries, to Nassau University Hospital in East Meadow.

- Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber and Kevin Imm

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Jamesport MVA

Bethpage 3- Car MVA

On February 8, 2016, at the onset of a blizzard, the Jamesport Fire Department received a call for an MVA into a tree at the intersection of Sound Avenue and Church Lane in Aquebogue. Firefighters and Fire Police responded. The male occupant of the vehicle was transported to the hospital with minor injuries by Riverhead Ambulance.

- Fire News photo courtesy of John Andrejack; CoD

On February 6, 2016, the Bethpage Fire Department was alerted for a three-car MVA at the intersection of Hicksville Road and Gate Place. Crews secured the cars and applied drying agent to fluid spills in the roadway.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

MVA in Selden

3 Injured in DWI MVA in Copiague

On February 2, 2016, the Selden Fire Department was activated for an MVA with heavy rescue for a vehicle into the woods at the Suffolk County Community College parking-lot. Upon arrival, Chief Michael Matteo confirmed the MVA with one occupant trapped and unconscious. First-due crews quickly extricated the driver who was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

On February 9, 2016, the Copiague Fire Department responded to an MVA with multiple ejections on Sunrise Highway. The driver of a pickup struck the center median, went across all the lanes before striking a utility pole, ejecting all three occupants, one of whom was then struck by another vehicle. Chief of Department Campion, Assistant Chiefs Rosenberg and Nuzzi responded along with Engine 1-3-5, Heavy Rescue 1-3-3, Ambulance 1-3-27, and other ambulances. Two people were taken to Good Samaritan Hospital; one was medevac’d to Stony Brook University Hospital. The driver was later arrested for DWI. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Patchogue Van Guards Celebrate

On January 16, 2016, the Patchogue Fire Department’s Van Guard Hose Company #1 celebrated 125 years of service to the Patchogue community.

Congratulations to all.

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Montauk Installation 2016

On New Year’s Day 2016, the Montauk Fire Department held its annual swearing-in of line officers for 2016. Chiefs, company captains and lieutenants were sworn in for the year. Families and friends attended to honor the dedicated officers. Congratulations to the chiefs and officers who will lead the department in 2016. Line Officers: Chief Joseph P. Lenahan; First Assistant Chief Vincent Franzone; Second Assistant Chief Fritz ‘Dutch’ Riege. Engine Company #1: Captain Donnie Schnell; Lieutenant Sean Tyrell. Water Company #3: Captain Robert Gosman; Lieutenant David Ryan. Ambulance Company #4: Captain Kenny Alversa; Lieutenant Scott Pitches. Truck Company #5: Captain Dennis O’Reilly; Lieutenant Dave Marmeno. Fire Police Company #6: Captain Edward Ecker, Jr.; Lieutenant Harold ‘Her’' Herbert. - Fire News photos by Richard Lewin

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Fire Protection Technology Courses Fire, rescue and emergency personnel, whether volunteer or career, are continuously looking to advance their knowledge in all aspects of their work. Suffolk Community College’s Fire Protection Technology degree program has proven to be an affordable option for many students in the Long Island area. The student body is comprised primarily of career and/or volunteer firefighters, however, many students who have aspirations of joining the fire or emergency services, as well as aspiring safety professionals, have also taken advantage of the excellent opportunities there.

Suffolk Community College’s curriculum provides a professional education in fire protection technology for those persons interested in pursuing employment in fire protection agencies as well as preparation for persons planning to work in industrial safety or inspection. The individual fire science courses prepare students with the insight and knowledge for varied careers in the fire service. Students can earn a certificate upon successfully completing the fire science courses, while an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree is awarded upon completion of the core courses and the general education courses totaling 62-64 credits.

This program can be finished in two years by attending full-time or can be completed on a part-time basis. All courses are offered at the Ammerman campus in Selden during the day as well as in the evening to make the program accessible to students who prefer a flexible schedule. Most of the courses do not have pre-requisites and can be taken in any semester. The core courses include: Introduction to Fire Protection Hazardous Materials I Hazardous Materials II Building Construction and Facilities Fire Protection Hydraulics Fire Service Management and Leadership Strategies and Tactics Industrial Safety Engineering I Industrial Safety Engineering II Arson and Fire Investigation Crash Victim Extrication Suffolk Community College’s Fire Protection Technology faculty members are all leaders in the field and offer a high level of real-world expertise.

Qualified students who complete Hazardous Materials I and Hazardous Materials II also meet the competencies and requirements for certification by New York State in Hazardous Materials Operations or as Hazardous Materials Technicians, in accordance with OSHA 29CFR1910 and NFPA 472.

The Office of Fire Prevention and Control has approved these courses as equivalent for certification by the NYS Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services. Many courses offered at the Suffolk, Nassau and FDNY fire academies are now eligible for college credit equivalency, which can help accelerate a student's progress.

For more information or to register, check out www.sunysuffolk.edu or contact Associate Professor and Fire Protection Technology Program Coordinator Leo DeBobes at debobel@sunysuffolk.edu.

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Nassau Juniors Set Display at NC Firefighters Museum The Nassau County Junior Firefighter Association put together a display at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center to illustrate their first 10 years. The display consists of the activities and services the association has accomplished since 2006. It also has a collection of videos playing of the fire camp they ran in 2015 and many news interviews. For more information, visit www.ncjfa.org or friend us on Facebook “Nassau Juniors.� Pictured (left) 1st Vice President Bryan Scheer and Sergeant-at-Arms Mike Scanlon at the display case.

- Fire News photo by Jerry Presta

Nassau Fire Police 2016 Newly elected officers of Nassau County Fire Police for 2016 are as follows (front): President George A. Baecker, Roslyn Fire Department; Vice President Joe Riccardo, Westbury FD; Secretary Shirley Cote,Farmingdale FD; Sergeantsat-Arms Angelo Piccolo and John Schneider, North Massapequa FD. (Rear): Treasurer Oscar Spruyt, Merrick FD; Chaplain Rev. Kenneth Hessel, Westbury FD; Financial Secretary Paul Bopp, Levittown FD; Chaplain William Gruener, North Massapequa FD. - Fire News photo

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Kindergartener Wins Name the Dog Contest Five-year-old Lilyana Rodriguez of Massapequa has just been adopted by the 25-foot-tall Dalmatian puppy who ‘lives on the façade of the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Garden City on Museum Row. Lilyana earned this special relationship when she won the Museum’s state-wide contest to name the new Museum Mascot. At her tender age, Lilyana has a notably developed vocabulary due in large part to her mother’s dedicated efforts.

On February 17, 2016, Lilyana was feted at a firefighterthemed lunch party at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center, joined by her family, her Amityville school classmates, teachers, relatives and ... Valiant.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Carolyn Stone

Eaton’s Neck Roy Beach Honored The chiefs of the Eaton's Neck Fire Department recently presented a plaque from the Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York to member Roy Beach, age 89, in recognition of his over-50-years service to the district and department. Roy served in World War II and took part in the Normandy invasion on D-Day. Roy has been a member for 43 years, and served for 30 years as Commissioner. He served for 20 years in the Levittown Fire Department before joining Eaton's Neck, and has a combined total of 63 years of service. Roy is still an active member and works the radio room during alarms, unless someone can beat him to the seat, which is nearly impossible. (From left): First Assistant Chief Rich Rizzuti, Second Assistant Chief Steve Zulawski, Roy Beach and Chief of Department Paul Boronow.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council Award Ceremony On February 5, 2016, the Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council held their annual Awards Ceremony to honor and recognize those who went above the call of duty in 2015.

Congratulations to the following departments on receiving Unit Citations: Hauppauge FD for a vehicle extrication on April 4, 2015; Hauppauge for a cardiac arrest on May 7, 2015; Hauppauge for an Entrapment on August 11, 2015; Kings Park for a water rescue on October 5, 2015; Nesconset, a Life Saving AwardCardiac Arrest on October 5, 2015; and Smithtown, a Life Saving Award-Cardiac Arrest on December 9, 2015. Also honored was Firefighter Kevin Petersen of the St. James FD, for performing a rescue at a fire on August 4, 2015. Firefighter Petersen received the Medal of Valor for his life saving efforts in saving two people from a burning house during violent storm, which hit the north shore of Long Island.

- Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Big Mac-Chili Fest It is Sunday, February 7, 2016. Why is the date so important? It was Super Bowl Sunday 2016 and I am spending my day in Weston Connecticut. Why, you might ask? Well it was the Big Mac-Chili Fest!

A few months ago, I received an e-mail from a promoter who is a fan of my show. His name was Jim Keenan. Jim is the creator of Chowder-fest, which is a big event in Connecticut as well as the MacChili Fest. He thought it would be a great idea to have the Mac-Chili Fest before the Super Bowl. He said, “Come on! What would be better than chili and macaroni and cheese before the big game?” How can one argue with that? One of the main reasons he contacted me was due to a rivalry between the Weston Fire Department and Westport Fire Department, a feud based on who had the better chili. Who better to judge this contest than Firefighter Ray! I know we do a lot of chili on Firehouse Kitchen, but … this is the fire department and we love our chili!

When I arrived at the event, it was controlled chaos. Sacred Heart University was there with their band and more volunteers to help than you could imagine! One could immediately tell that this was a huge event. The lines for the chili were long, but totally worth it. I have never seen so many different macaroni and cheese dishes and specialty chili in my life. All the chili was made by different restaurants in the area as well as several local fire departments. One was better than the next.

Now for my decision. I thought both departments’ chili was delicious, but I had to go with the Weston Fire Department chili.

Firefighter Frank Caolo was the chef who created it. Not only did it win over Westport, in my opinion, but it came in second overall in the event. If you’re not doing anything on Super Bow Sunday 2017, I highly recommend attending the Mac-Chili Fest.

One last thing. Firehouse Kitchen will be returning TV55 WLNY New York on Saturday mornings at 1130 starting April 2, 2016. Be sure to watch the new season!

To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen, go to firehousekitchenshow.com or contact us on Facebook.

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BTSOA Monthly Meeting

On January 7, 2016, the Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association held their bimonthly training/meeting at the South Country Ambulance Company. Chief Gregory Miglino and his staff, Chief Luis Salinas, along with Chief Amy Thomas and many members of the ambulance company were excellent hosts and provided the over-45 members in attendance with an excellent meal. The association wishes to thank them and their board for a job well done.

On hand was Rebecca Weber, CEO of Hometown Insurance, a major sponsor of the BTSOA since it started in 2012. Because of their generosity the BTSOA is able to not charge dues or admission

Big Mac-Chili Fest...continued from page 60 Weston Volunteer Fire Department “SmokeEaters Chili” For two Engines and two Ladder Trucks of Firefighters Ingredients: 12 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1-tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon ground white pepper 2 teaspoon brown sugar 1 ½ teaspoon fresh cilantro 1 ½ teaspoon fresh thyme 1 cup Guinness Stout beer 2 quarts chicken stock 8 long green chilies new Mexican roasted and chopped

2-15 ounces cans fire roasted diced tomatoes 2-15 ounces cans fire roasted crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh celery 3 cloves garlic finely chopped 2 lbs. Vermont (New England) smoked bacon (save the bacon fat) 4 Lbs. center cut pork chops or pork butt - cut into 3/8-inch cubes 5 Lbs. beef sirloin tips or

Directions: Start cooking the bacon; when done save the bacon fat for use later and chop the bacon into small pieces.

Place chicken stock into large pot and start getting it to a low boil. While waiting for the chicken stock, mix all dry spices together then add the cup of Guinness beer and stir making sure there are no lumps. Now, add the spice and beer mixture into the chicken stock.

Roast the green chilies over a flame or in frying pan with two spoons of saved bacon fat. Now finely chop and add chilies to the stock, chop celery, and garlic and add them to the stock.

Open the cans of fire roasted tomatoes add them to the stock, Start to brown the pork … using bacon fat.

Add pork in stock …and let it work for 20 to 30 minutes.

Try Tips, cut into 1/4-inch cubes 4 medium onions cut into 3/8 inch pieces 2 green peppers cut into 3/8 inch pieces 1 red peppers, cut into 3/8 inch pieces 1 yellow peppers, cut into 3/8 inch pieces Serve with: 1 lb. grated Monterey Jack cheese 3 limes sliced

As pork is in the stock start browning the steak in the bacon fat.

Once browned place steak into stock and low boil for one hour.

Now start chopping the onions and bell peppers, cook for additional three- to four hours until all the pork and meat breaks down. (Stay on top of it with the stirring as it could stick to bottom of the pot.)

Almost there…

Take it off the heat and sit at room temperature for 45 minutes to an hour…for the best refrigerate for a day or two to get the best and optimum flavor. Reheat for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serve: Place Cheese and limes on the side and firefighters can add as they choose.

For a Sandwich version use…Potato rolls or Baguettes.

fees to any of the training sessions.

The keynote speaker was Kerri Winans Kayley of Cardiacscan/ Northwell. Her presentation was well received, and very informative. She explained what happens to your heart during the stress of fighting fires and responding to calls. Many in attendance signed on to the cardio scan and also said they would recommend it to their chiefs.

The next meeting will be in May; please check the website (www.btsoa.org) for place, time and training topic.

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St. James Run and Stride Event

The St. James Fire Department, Engine Company 3 will be hosting the 34th annual Run and Stride event through beautiful Head of the Harbor Village on Saturday April 16, 2016. In the past, all levels of runners/walkers have competed in this prestigious and grueling race. Last year a division was added, the First Responder Team race, and a great battle between Nissequogue and Selden Fire Departments ensued. Congratulations to last year overall winners,

Ellen Dexter (Boston, MA) and Colin Culhane (Sayville). Through the 33 years, over $35,000 has been donated to the NYC Firefighters and Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Centers. Please come out and support a great Long Island community event and try to earn the bragging rights for your Department. For more information call 631-584-3500 or visit runsignup.com/race/ny/saintjames/stjamesfivemiler

KIMTEK EXPANDS INTO SECOND FACILITY Increases production and office space, increases R&D capabilities

Kimball Johnson, founder and president of KIMTEK Corporation, has announced the purchase of a second facility in Orleans, Vermont where production of the company’s full line of MEDLITE® and FIRELITE® transport skid units will continue and expand. Custom designed for ATV, UTV, and pick-up trucks, KIMTEK’s slide-in medical, fire and rescue skid units are sold worldwide.

With the addition of the new facility, it triples the amount of space now available for company operations, from what was the original facility in Westmore. The Westmore facility will continue to house office and warehouse space as well as free up additional room to expand the company’s new product design and engineering pursuits. The holder of several US patents and retired Westmore Fire Chief, Mr. Johnson says he is pleased the increased space affords KIMTEK greater opportunity to create new designs; specifically prototypes targeting off-road transport needs within the international medical and fire and rescue communities. KIMTEK office headquarters have been relocated to

About KIMTEK the new Orleans facility.

KIMTEK is the largest producer and marKIMTEK moved into the new facility, located at 326 Industrial Park Lane, in May keter of ATV/UTV/Compact pickup truckof this year. Mr. Johnson stated that an offi- specific skid units for public safety agencies cial facility opening and ribbon cutting event in the United States. KIMTEK’s FIRELITE fire and rescue skid units and MEDLITE medical skid units are now in service in all 50 states and worldwide including units in service with all four branches of the U.S. Military.

KIMTEK Corporation was founded in 1984 as a research and development company dedicated to advances in life safety technology in the fire sciences. KIMTEK manufactures and markets FIRELITE and MEDLITE Transport skid units for emergency service UTVs and pickup trucks. For more information, was held September 25, 2015, with several please contact KIMTEK at 888-546-8358 or the company’s website at dignitaries in attendance including several visit state dignitaries, many vendor representa- www.kimtekresearch.com. tives and most notably Paul Darley, CEO and KIMTEK®, FIRELITE®, and MEDLITE® President of W.S. Darley. are registered trademarks of KIMTEK Corporation.

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Westhampton Ladies Aux. Dinner

On January 24, 2016, the Westhampton Beach Fire Department Carol Del Vecchio, Kim Marks, Maria Cable, Kerry Everhart, Ladies Auxiliary sponsored and cooked dinner for 35 guests from Diana Reid, Meena Chockalingam, Pat Gonce, Felicia Williford, Maureen’s Haven Homeless Shelter. The meal was held at the Joy and John Makarewicz, and Cody Hoyle.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Cody Hoyle, WHBFD Ladies Aux. Immaculate Conception Church in Westhampton Beach. (Above):

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East Northport’s Joe York Honored

The East Northport Fire Department honored past Fire Police Captain and Honorary Chief Joseph York, who answered his last alarm in June 2014. The annual Fire Police Squad Achievement Award was renamed in York’s memory and presented to his family at the 107th Annual Installation Dinner. Joe York had 59 years of service and was well known and respected for his dedication and professionalism, and a true gentleman to all that knew him. (Back row): Chief Wayne Kaifler, Jr., with York’s son Joseph, daughter Joanna, and other family members, First Assistant Chief Dan Heffernan and Second Assistant Chief Dan Flanagan. (Front row): Engine Company Captain Steven Macedonio, Fire Police Captain Thomas Noonan and Lieutenants Anthony Casillo and James Wagner.

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

The Rocky Point Fire Department EMS/Gator Crew worked as standby at the FOLD Festival held at Martha Clara Vineyards.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Rocky Point FD

The Massapequa Fire Department hosted the Battalion Chiefs’ meeting on January 28, 2016, with a large number of current and ex-chiefs from the battalion in attendance.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Nesconset Fire Department.

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The Centerport Fire Department Fire Police crew looks sharp at a traffic detail.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Members of the Ridge Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Centerport’s first-due crew at a recent chimney fire.

- Fire News photo courtesy Centerport FD

The hot dogs at the Greenlawn Fire Department Fair are among the best around, thanks to this dedicated crew that works tirelessly every year. Can summer be far away?

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Coram Fire Department on mutual aid to Selden.

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Up Close & Personal

Dix Hills Appoints New Department Chaplains

Assistant Chief Frank Sapienza of the St. James Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

The Dix Hills Fire Department recently appointed two new Department Chaplains who will be responsible for addressing members’ spiritual guidance, grief counseling, and consolation needs. The Department is honored to welcome Rabbi Howard Buechler of the Dix Hills Jewish Center, and Deacon Carmine DeStefano of St. Matthews Roman Catholic Church. Both men were sworn in at a ceremony in January and now hold the position of Department Chaplain.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

The Future Of Highlands Dad Philip Curry, a US Army airborne veteran and an 11-year member of Roslyn Highlands Fire Department in Roslyn, and his son getting the spirit.

Being a firefighter has alot to do with family, starting with your own.

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Up Close & Personal Halesite Family Corner Halesite Fire Department’s new Chief Greg Colonna is pictured with his wife Darlene, and son Alex, who is five-years-old.

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East Northport Father and Son Ex-Chief and Commissioner Nick Macedonio, is pictured with his son Engine Company No. 2 Captain Steven Macedonio of the East Northport Fire Department.

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Father and Son Wyandanch Fire Company Second Assistant Chief Robert Brown (left) and father, ex-Chief William (Butch) Brown.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

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Commack’s Ex-Chief Wesley Nott

The Commack Fire Department mourned the loss of ex-Chief Wesley Nott, 91, who answered his last alarm on December 12, 2015.

Nott was a longtime resident of Commack, and a proud World War II veteran who served in the United States Navy. Nott became a member of the Commack Fire Department in 1941, and served as Chief of the Department from 1977-1979.

Nott was the beloved husband of Doris and the loving father of Norman, Steven and his wife Phong, and Neil and his wife Carylon.

He is also the cherished grandfather of Jon, Diana, Dlijah and Elinore, and great grandfather of Cole and Grant. Pictured from left at Nott’s installation as Chief in 1977, are First Assistant Chief Frank Seeberger, Chief Wesley Nott, and Second Assistant Chief Fred Meuser.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Wading River’s Ex Chief Raymond Wiwczar Raymond Wiwczar, of Mattituck, formerly of Wading River, died January 5, 2016. He was 81 years old.

Born in Wading River on June 21, 1934, he was the son of Michael and Stella (Shwonik) Wiwczar. He was a 1952 graduate of Port Jefferson High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1961.

A 30-year employee of the Town of Riverhead, he worked as a fire inspector, housing inspector and building inspector and retired as senior building inspector in 1997.

Wiwczar was an ex-Chief of the Wading River Fire Department and past-Commissioner of the Wading River Fire District. He served as the head usher and deacon at Living Water Full Gospel Church in Aquebogue.

He is survived by his wife Carol; his daughter Michelle of Wading River and son David of Bay Shore; by his brothers, Daniel and Michael of Wading River, and Walter of Florida; by his stepchildren, Randall, John, Allison and Justin Feinberg; and by six step-grandchildren.

There was a firematic service on January 7 and he was interred at Calverton National Cemetery.

Memorial Dix Hills FD Remembers Paramedic Ralph Oswald

The Dix Hills Fire Department recognized longtime District Paramedic Ralph Oswald who died in the line of duty while treating a patient with the Hampton Bays Volunteer Ambulance Corps on February 9, 2015.

Oswald was remembered for his expertise both as a Paramedic and EMT Instructor, providing exceptional care for his patients and sharing his knowledge with fellow volunteers across Suffolk County.

His sterling bedside manner with colleagues and patients alike, was second to none. Oswald’s wife Suzanne, and son Ralph (above) were thanked by the Department for Ralph’s dedicated service and friendship, and were presented with a Paramedic’s helmet and specially designed shield in the memory of Oswald.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Obituary

Melville’s Ex-Captain Robert Earley, Sr.

The Melville Fire Department recently mourned the loss of exCaptain Robert Earley, Sr., 88, a dedicated and well-respected member of the department for 53 years who passed away on January 29, 2016.

Earley attended James Madison High School until he left school and joined the U.S. Merchant Marine, where he served on different ships until 1950. In 1951 he met and married Terry Troy and they moved to Melville in 1954.

Bob and Terry had two sons, William and Robert Jr., and both his wife and son Robert Jr. predeceased him. Bob was an eight o’clock usher at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church for many years, and was active in the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Scoutmaster.

Earley was Irishman of the Year in 2007 and was an aide to the Grand Marshal of the NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade. He was instrumental in saving St. Bridget, the first church built by the Irish, and helped raise over $20 million in that effort.

Earley joined the Melville Fire Department in September 1962 and remained an active member for 53 years. He was honored many times as Company Member of the Year, and in 2001 he was honored as the Department Member of the Year.

Earley wore many hats in the fire service. He was the Melville Rescue Squad Captain from 1966-1967, and was one of the squad’s first Cardiac Emergency Technicians. He was the Senior Fire Inspector for the Melville Fire District from 1969-1981. Then in 1982, Earley became the Chief Fire Inspector for the Town of Huntington, a position he held until his retirement in 1990. He also served as Melville Fire Police Lieutenant and Captain from 1994-2012.

Earley’s background and knowledge in the Fire Service was comprehensive and well known throughout the State of New York, and surrounding areas.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman and Tom Pesce

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Holtsville’s Ex-Commissioner Elwood West

In January 2016, the Holtsville Fire Department mourned the loss of 34-year life member and ex-Commissioner Elwood West.

Firematic services were held at the O.B. Davis Funeral Home in Miller Place. Family, friends and members remember Elwood as a very friendly man with a big heart. He will be greatly missed.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

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Wantagh’s Ex-Captain Louis Pasquarelli Ex-Captain Louis Pasquarelli, 85, a resident of Wantagh and a 49-year member of the Wantagh Fire Department passed away January 15, 2016, after fighting complications of a stroke.

Louis was born and raised in Brooklyn and moved to Wantagh with his wife Nina in 1962. She passed away in February 1989. They had three sons, Chris, Louis and Michael.

Prior to the move to Wantagh, Louis served in the US Army, being stationed in Korea and later in New Jersey.

Upon his discharge he was employed by the Diamond Asphalt Company and was a member of the Pavers and Road Builders Local 1010 Louis joined the Wantagh Fire Department on September 26, 1966, and served 49-years, assigned to Engine Company 5. He was appointed Lieutenant in 1971, served two years and appointed Captain in 1973. He held that position until 1976, serving three-years. During his service he was the recipient of a Unit Citation.

Louis was waked at the Wantagh Abbey Funeral Home in Wantagh with full fire department honors on January 18. A funeral mass was held January 19 at St. Frances de Chantel Roman Catholic Church in Wantagh with interment in Saint Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale.

An Arch of Honor was provided in front of Wantagh’s Station 5 by Wantagh’s Tower Ladder 1.

Louis is survived by his son Chris, his wife Lorraine and three grandchildren, Nina, Katherine and Christopher, his son Louis, his wife Darlene and two grandchildren Vanessa and Louis and his son Michael, his wife Christina and five grandchildren, Brittney, Allie, Richard, Nicholas and Michael. A brother Anthony and two sisters Patricia and Madeline.

- Fire News photos by Harry Loud

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