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Everywhere a Car Fire Car fires in Massapequa, Copiague, Bethpage, Manhasset and elsewhere.

See story pages 20-21

Bay Shore House Fire Islip and West Islip assist Bay Shore with a fast-moving house fire.

See story page 34

Franklin Square Blaze A spectacular fire heavily damages a ranch house, but occupants and pets get out okay.

See story page 46

A Troubling Issue Firefighters and suicide ... and the trend appears to be rising.

See story page 48

Nassau and Suffolk Councils Hold Installations The Nassau Co. Assn. of Fire Districts and the Suffolk Co. Fire Districts Officer Assn. hold their installations.

See story pages 74 & 80

Obituaries Sea Cliff’s Warren Griffin and Terryville’s Donna Marinello See stories on pages 95 & 97

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Recruit, Train, Retain Time to “When a man becomes a fireman his greatest act of bravery has been accomplished. What he does after that is all in the line of work.” - Edward F. Croker, ex-Chief, FDNY

Change Seasons!

I just read a great article on the FASNY website. I am sure all states are experiencing the same problem of recruiting and training new members, and then retaining active ones.

When I signed up to serve as a firefighter, I was almost 40 years old. My wife was not happy with my decision and asked, “Why are you going to risk your life and not get paid for it?” Since we were both ‘city folk’ and used to the incredible job that the FDNY did in our neighborhoods of Bushwick and Ridgewood, my wife just assumed the fire department in our Long Island community was paid. When I told her that if our daughter fell off her bicycle and was hurt, it would be neighbors who would stop what they were doing to come to help. She responded with; “Oh, I didn’t know that. You can join.”

What my wife also didn’t know was that I would be out of the house training, going to meetings, helping on committees and hanging out at the firehouse to make sure I knew

where everything was on the truck, learning how to pump it and keep it ready. Guess what? I still maintain a decent percentage of my calls, take classes and remain active after 24 years of service. So, why am I telling you this? I am no different than many of the dedicated members of my department.

When I read FASNY’s article I stopped and thought about the changes that have affected the current fire-rescue and emergency services. I’ll be kind, but I am annoyed at what I see developing in many departments. Individuals start out with the right intentions. The individual soon finds out that joining any organization that performs such a vital service such becomes a lifestyle. You cannot sign up to be a firefighter or EMT and expect to show up when you feel like it. Are you one of those members who consistently shows up when the trucks are returning to quarters? I’ll bet many of you would come up with the same names of who I call slackers. If

you are home or near home, you must stop what you are doing and respond to the call.

This is what makes the volunteer system work 24/7.

Retaining active members can be difficult.

Active members are a result of good leadership. A good leader takes everyone’s individual skill level, personality and assets and comes up with a plan to make the member want to be at the firehouse and respond to calls all of the time.

Take the time to visit your state association’s website and read the articles posted there. I’ll bet you’ll find similar articles as I have found on my state’s website. When you are on the website, ask yourself who are the members that make up these organizations.

Guess what? They are the members of departments like your own, who live the lifestyle of true heroes and want to make sure the volunteer fire service continues to serve your community. ... Dennis

Announcements WEST BABYLON TO HOST CHINESE AUCTION

The West Babylon Fire Department Rescue Unit and Rainbow Hose Company # 1 will host a Chinese Auction on April 8, 2016, at West Babylon Fire Department Headquarters, 126 Arnold Avenue, West Babylon. Doors open at 1830 and the auction starts promptly at 1930.

Coffee, tea and cake is included.

Admission is $10 and includes one sheet of green tickets.

Please take note that children are not permitted at this event. Any guest wishing to bring children will be charged full price for the child's ticket. There will be many Items to choose from to include bric-a-brac, gift baskets, gift cards, electronics and more.

For further information call 631-669-8915 ext 2 or e-mail Captain Joseph Tusa at westbabylonrescue@gmail.com.

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’s 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.

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.

NEW YORK STATE FIRE & EMS CHAPLAINS CONVENE IN ORANGE COUNTY

Starting Sunday, April 17, 2016, the New York State Association of Fire Chaplains will celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Serving Those Who Serve,” with its annual training conference to be held at the Ramada Inn in Newburgh, in addition to the Walden Firehouse in Walden.

On Monday, April 18, attendees will visit the United States Military Academy at West Point where they will receive training from West Point Chaplains and visit hallowed ground and chapels. This will be followed by a visit to the Purple Heart Hall of Fame in New Windsor.

The association's annual meeting and election of officers follows, at which time Reverend James Van Houten will be installed as Chief Chaplain of the State Association, according to Newburgh resident Chaplain Robert Ruston, Regional Director of the State Association.

On Tuesday, April 19 at the Walden Firehouse, “We have lined up tremendous presenters with the topic of Suicide Prevention Among Firefighters, and in the afternoon a seminar on dealing with the families of persons missing in both local instances and in mass casualty situations will be taught by NYPD Lt. Mark Griffen (retired),” said Reverend Van Houten, 1st Deputy Chief Chaplain and Pastor of the Walden Baptist Church.

An annual memorial service will be held Tuesday evening at the Walden Baptist Chuch, “To honor all chaplains who have served for the past 50 years,” said Rev. Van Houten.

The conference ends Wednesday, April 20, with a seminar dealing with critical incident stress management in the fire service, taught by Dr. Ray Shelton, a renowned international speaker.

For further information, contact Robert Rushton at 845-569-2101.

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Announcements 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) The contest period ends on August 31, 2016, at 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.

TERRY FARRELL FIREFIGHTERS FUND 11TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING

The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund’s 11th annual golf outing will be held on Monday, July 18, 2016, at the Brentwood Country Club.

The day includes: 18 holes of golf with cart; breakfast; 0900 teeoff; full BBQ linch; dinner with three-hour open bar; prizes; gifts; and raffles.

The cost is $195 per golfer.

Tee sponsorships are available for $125 per hole. Lunch and dinner for non-golfers is $100.

Register online at www.terryfund.org or mail your payment to: Terry Farrel Firefighters Fund, 510 Grumman Road West, Bethpage, NY 11714.

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Quick Knockdown in Malverne

The Malverne Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire on the evening of February 17, 2016. Several different locations were reported, but the fire was located on Dogwood Avenue just off Hempstead Avenue. The fire was in a two-story private dwelling under renovation. The majority of the fire appeared to be on the exterior but there was obvious extension to the interior of the house. Engine companies made a quick knockdown with the first line while truck companies searched and checked for extension.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Manhasset-Lakeville F.D. Battles House Fire in Extreme Cold

On Thursday, February 11, 2016, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 2 and 5 were dispatched to Willets Pond Path in North Hills for a reported fire coming from the fire place of a home. Deputy Chiefs Kiess (8701), Pisani (8702), and Stone (8705) all responded within minutes of the alarm and were advised by M-LFD Dispatch that he was now receiving automatic alarms from the two adjoining homes and that Albertson Assistant Chief 801 was on scene reporting a heavy smoke condition in the area as well as coming from

the home. Deputy Chief Kiess arrived on scene moments later and transmitted a Signal 10 for a working fire in the basement of the house. Due to the extremely cold temperatures and heavy volume of fire, all five Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Companies as well as the Ambulance Unit operated at the scene, and the Garden City Park Fire Department was also called for an additional unit to respond to the scene. The cause of the fire in under investigation by the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s Office.

-Fire News photo by Lee Genser

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Fire at Bay Shore Senior Complex

Early on February 27, 2016, the Bay Shore Fire Department was activated for a building fire at the Brook Garden Senior Housing Complex on June Court. Chief of Department Ippolito arrived to fire showing from a single-story building, which houses a maintenance area, laundry room, office and recreation room. Engine 3-1-1 and Ladder 3-1-4 set up on the exposure 1-2 corner. Engine 3-1-2 fed 3-1-1 and Islip Ladder 34-5 set up on the exposure 4 side. Assistant Chiefs Kunz and Rockfeld handled the fire attack and had the fire knocked down in approximately 40 minutes, with the building heavily damaged. The West Islip, Bay Shore Brightwaters Ambulance and Islip Exchange Ambulance responded.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Quick Work Snuffs Smithtown Blaze

The Smithtown Fire Department responded to a fire on Sheryl Crescent on February 19, 2016.

Upon arrival, a fire was discovered in a second floor bathroom. Quick action by firefighters held the fire to its area of origin. Operations were under the command of Chief Timothy Murphy.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Hicksville Dryer Fire

On February 22, 2016, the Hicksville Fire Department was alerted for a dryer fire on Pollack Place. Heavy Rescue 938 was returning from another alarm and was first-due. The crew extinguished the fire with two water cans, as additional units removed the dryer from the home and vented.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Ronkonkoma Brush Fire

On March 3, 2016, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for a reported brush fire in the powerlines to the rear of Avenue C. Chief Eric Cook advised incoming units of a large area of brush burning and directed them to the best access. First-due engines quickly contained the fire and extinguished it without further incident.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

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Central Islip Electrical Fire The Central Islip Fire Department responded to a report of a building fire on Patco Court on February 14, 2016.

Upon arrival, firefighters found the electrical meter and service to the complex actively burning. PSEG was requested to the scene, while firefighters held the flames with a dry chemical extinguisher until PSEG arrived to shut off the power. The fire was contained to the area of origin.

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by Joseph C. Sperber

Mt Sinai KOs Flames On February 25, 2016, the Mt. Sinai Fire Department brought a fire under control in a house on Route 25A near Myrtle Street. Miller Place, Sound Beach and the Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance Corp assisted with the call.

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Elmont House Fire Recently, the Elmont Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire on Madison Street west of Cross Street. Assistant Chief Ronald Conti was the first on scene and reported a working fire in the kitchen of the 11/2 story dwelling. Units quickly arrived and, despite the bitter cold temperatures, quickly extinguished the blaze. Nassau County Fire Marshals were requested to respond

by Chief Robert Schriefer.

- Fire News photo by Dave Ragusa, EFD Photo Unit

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Quick Job in New Hyde Park Recently, New Hyde Park firefighters responded to a small basement fire on Clyde Street. There was some extension to the partition, but a quick knock down was made.

- Fire News photos by Glenn Duda

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Dryer Fire The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department was toned out for a dryer fire on the morning of February 27, 2016. On arrival, units encountered a heavy smoke condition in the basement after extension from the dryer. Lines were put into place and mutual aid companies were called to the scene.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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8 Escape South Floral Park Blaze

A mother and her seven children escaped a raging house fire on March 6, 2016, in the village of South Floral Park.

Firefighters were called to the Louis Avenue address and found the two-story home engulfed in flames. Units from South Floral Park, Floral Park, and Elmont were on the scene to extinguish the blaze. Several minor injuries were reported and the Red Cross assisted the affected family.

Nassau County Fire Marshals were summoned to investigate the cause.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Cover Story

The North Amityville Fire Company was activated on March 12, 2016, for a fire on Horseshoe Court inside the Frontier Mobile Home Park. Assistant Chiefs Collins and Benloss notified that multiple unoccupied trailers were reportedly burning and were close to several occupied ones. Chief Benloss arrived and encountered three trailers fully involved and requested multiple mutual aid.

Engine 1-7-1 was first due and immediately put two lines in operation. As mutual aid arrived, a third line was stretched and also put into operation. It took about 30 minutes to knock down the heavy fire, which caused one trailer to collapse. The cause is under investigation as this is the sixth fire at this location in the last year since developers were looking to build on the site. Mutual aid came from North Lindenhurst, Amityville, Copiague, Farmingdale and Wyandanch.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Cold Day for a Fire On February 13, 2016, the Port Jefferson Fire Department was alerted for a chimney fire at an Oakwood Drive house. Upon arrival, they found fire had extended into the structure. Due to the location, ground ladders were utilized to get to the chimney and roof area of the 2-1/2 story building. Crews stretched one line and attacked the fire in sub-zero temperatures, as additional crews stretched a second line. The fire was brought under control quickly and no injuries were reported.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

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2 Vehicles Destroyed in Massapequa Just after midnight on February 25, 2016, as a fast moving storm with high winds and heavy rain moved through the area, the Massapequa Fire Department was alerted for a vehicle fire in front of a New Hampshire Avenue home. Engine 631 and Ladder 632 from the West End responded and arrived on scene to find an SUV involved in the street and a primary electrical wire dow, which ignited the vehicle. Assistant Chiefs Beneville, Stansberry and Batt arrived as member stretcheda line and awaited PSE&G to secure the power so they could extinguish the fire. Prior to the power being shut the fire spread to a sedan.

Both vehicles destroyed.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Minivan Fire in Copiague The Copiague Fire Department was called to Caboto Avenue on February 22, for a reported vehicle fire. Third Assistant Chief Nuzzi arrived to a minivan involved in front of a house. Second Assistant Chief Rosenberg arrived along with Engine 1-3-10 and Heavy Rescue 1-3-3. The crew from 1-3-10 put one line into operation to extinguish the fire quickly and the crew from 1-3-3 overhauled.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Car Fire in Driveway On February 25, 2016, the North Amityville Fire Company was activated for a car fire in the driveway of a home on The Boulevard.

Second Assistant Chief Benloss arrived to a sedan involved in the driveway. Engine 1-71 and Heavy Rescue 1-7-5 crews stretched and operated one line and had the fire knocked down before it could spread to the house.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Leaving the Scene of a Burning Car The North Amityville Fire Company responded to a vehicle fire at County Line Road and Francine Avenue on March 7, 2016. First Assistant Chief Collins, Second Assistant Chief Benloss, Engine 1-71 and Ambulance 1-7-8 responded and found a sedan burning at the intersection. The driver had fled the scene. The crew from 1-7-1 put one line into operation and had the fire extinguished in about 10 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Driveway Car Fire in Bethpage On February 20, 2016, the Bethpage Fire Department was alerted for a report of a car fire in the driveway of a Prairie Path home. Engine 905 was first due and stretched a line and got water on the fire as crews from Ladder 4 assisted. No injuries were reported but the car was destroyed.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

ManhassetLakeville Car Fire On March 9, 2016, during rush hour, M-LFD Companies 3 and 5 were dispatched to a reported car fire on the Eastbound LIE between Community Drive and New Hyde Park Road.

Upon arrival, a fully involved car fire was located in the vicinity of Community Drive.

- Fire News photo by Brian Wood

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Yaphank Worker

On February 20, 2016, the Yaphank Fire Department received a call for a structure fire on North Dunton Avenue. Mutual aid came from Coram, Gordon Heights, Medford and Middle Island.

- Fire News photo by Jim Dunn

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And She Didn’t Know it Was on Fire Early on March 3, 2016, the Southampton Fire Department was called out to the report of a structure fire on Seven Ponds Road in Watermill. Officers Charles Knoebel and Ed McIntyre of the Southampton Village Police arrived on scene within two minutes and found a heavy smoke and fire condition. The officers were informed a woman was still inside. They immediately entered the building and assisted the female out who was unaware the house was on fire. First units arrived on scene and quickly started to douse the fire. Mutual aid came from Hampton Bays, Sag Harbor, North Sea and Bridgehampton (standby), along with Southampton Volunteer, Southampton Village and Hampton Bays ambulances. Crews battled the 20-plus mph winds and the below freezing temperatures that froze firefighters’ gear as well as hoses. Southampton Chief Michael Kampf was in charge.

- Fire News release by Chris Brenner, 1st AC/ Southampton FD

Hicksville Dumpster Fire

On March 2, 2016, the Hicksville Fire Department responded to a masked up and extinguished the fire.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm rubbish fire on South Broadway by Hicksville Precision Car Care.

Arriving units found a dumpster fire with no extension issues,

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House Fire in Springs

On February 23, 2016, the Springs Fire Department was called to the fire in the relatively small house in a short time without incident.

Three Mile Harbor-Hog Creek Road for a report of a structure fire. The East Hampton Town Fire Marshal was on the scene.

- Fire News photos by Michael Heller First arriving units immediately called for mutual aid from East Hampton and Amagansett. Firefighters were able to knock down

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Wyandanch House Fire

On February 12, 2016, the Wyandanch Fire Company was alerted for a house fire on Levey Boulevard. First Assistant Chief Deangelis arrived and reported smoke showing from a single-story home. Chief of Department Brown and Third Assistant Chief Ron arrived shortly with Chief Brown taking command. The fire, which started in a crawl space spread to the first floor. While searching the house a small dog was rescued uninjured by Captain Jeff Archer.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

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Commack House Fire

The Commack Fire Department responded to a house fire on Pebble Place on January 20, 2016. Upon arrival, a well involved fire was discovered, which appeared to have started in a second floor bedroom. An occupant suffered serious burns but was able to escape the home prior to the arrival of responders. Removed from the home by firefighters was a rottweiler which EMS personal tried to resuscitate at the scene. Mutual aid came from East Northport, Kings Park, Hauppauge, Smithtown and Commack Volunteer Ambulance. The cause of the fire was under investigation by the Suffolk Police and Smithtown Fire Marshal.

- Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber

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Centereach House Fire

Recently, as Centereach was operating at a working fire on Parsnip Centereach units made a quick stop confining the fire to the garage.

Pond Road, they were activated for a second fire on Avenue B. The The Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal was requested to the scene for Ronkonkoma Fire Department was standing-by and responded and investigation.

- Fire New photos by David Rubin and Bryan Lopez advised they had a working garage fire. Ronkonkoma and some

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Northport Goes 2 for 2 on Super Bowl Sunday

On Super Bowl Sunday, a call was received by the Northport Fire Department for a fire in a chimney. Under the command of 2nd Assistant Chiefs Brad Wine and John Jacobsen, firefighters responded with an engine, tower ladder and heavy rescue vehicles.

With the tower ladder setup in the street, and hindered by overhead power lines, firefighters were able to reach the top of the chimney

and extract the burning substance. The residence did not sustain any damage. At the same time the rescue squad responded to an emergency medical call. EMTs provided Advanced Life Support (ALS) emergency medical care to a person and safely transported the aided to a local hospital. - Fire News photos by John Mancino

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Mixed-Occ. Fire in Garden City Park

The Garden City Park Fire Department was alerted for a building throughout the building. Lines were put in place and the fire was fire on the evening of February 13, 2016. Units arrived at a Jericho quickly brought under control. Mutual aid companies assisted at - Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com Turnpike mixed occupancy to find a heavy smoke condition the scene.

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Plainview Kitchen Fire

On February 22, 2016, the Plainview Fire Department was alerted for a kitchen fire on Roxton Road along with a dual response with Syosset.

Arriving units found a stove fire with extension to the cabinets. Syosset Engine 585 secured a water supply and stretched one line to the front door as additional crews overhauled the kitchen.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

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Hempstead Makes Quick Knockdown The Hempstead Fire Department responded to a fire on February 26, 2016.

The fire was located in a front room of a two-story private dwelling on Mason Street. One line was stretched and the blaze was knocked down.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Franklin Sq. House Fire The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department responded to a house fire on the morning of February 15, 2016. A heavy smoke condition was evident by arriving units at the Steven Avenue address. Lines were stretched and the main body of fire was quickly knocked down. Elmont was on automatic mutual aid for a truck company.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Bay Shore House Fire

Early on February 27, 2016, the Bay Shore Fire Department was alerted for a report of a house fire at June Court. Chief of Department John Ippolito, Jr., who lived one block away was quickly on scene and confirmed no one was inside the building. Engine 3-1-1 and Truck 3-1-4 led by 1st Assistant Chief Ed Kunz quickly went to work knocking down the fast moving fire, quickly bringing it under control. Mutual aid came from Islip, West Islip, and North Babylon (coverage). Also on scene were Bay Shore-Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance, Suffolk 3rd Precinct officers and the Arson Squad, Islip Town Fire Marshals Office, and Islip Town HazMat. - Fire News photos by John Ippolito, Jr

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Trailer Brake Fire on SOB

On February 22, 2016, the Bethpage Fire Department was alerted for a truck fire on the southbound Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway.

Engine 9044 was first due and extinguished a fire in the brake drum of the trailer.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Selden Fireplace Fire

On January 25, 2016, after a snowstorm, firefighters from the Selden Fire Department were called out for a fire on Sandpiper Lane. The fire appeared to have been fireplace related. With the help of mutual aid from Coram and Terryville, two lines were stretched, while truck crews opened up the wall and floor to expose the fire.

- Fire News photo by Dennis Whittam

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Fatality in Miller Place Blaze

Manhasset-Lakeville House Fire

Late on March 10, 2016, the Miller Place Fire Department was activated for a reported residential structure fire on Harrison Avenue. Upon arrival commanding units were met with heavy smoke and flames visible. Mutual aid was requested from Sound Beach, Rocky Point and Middle Island. Multiple attack lines were put into place and an aggressive attack ensued. One victim was located in the kitchen of the home and removed with CPR in progress then transported. He was pronounced dead at the hospital. Command requested a fire marshal to the scene to investigate.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

On March 9, 2016, M-LFD Companies 1 and 2 were dispatched for an automatic alarm at a private residence in Manhasset. Deputy Chief Kiess (8701) was advised that a member of the department was on scene reporting a smoke condition in the basement. Upon the chief’s arrival, a heavy smoke condition was found in the basement and the first floor of the home. An M-LFD Ambulance Unit was requested, and the crew from Q8728 along with Deputy Chiefs Pisani (8702) and Gobbo (8704) were able to locate the main body of fire on the first floor of the large private home. Port Washington responded on mutual aid.

- Fire News photo by Lee Genser

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Vacant House Fire in Centereach

On February 19, 2016, the Centereach Fire Department was acti- from Nesconset and Ronkonkoma. Command requested an exterior vated for a reported structure first on Parsnip Pond Road. First operation attack. Command requested a fire marshal and arson arriving commanding units arrived to find a vacant structure fully squad to the scene for an investigation.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez involved and transmitted a working fire. Mutual aid was requested

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East Meadow Dumpster Fire

On March 8, 2016, the East Meadow Fire Department responded to a dumpster fire on Hempstead Turnpike by Front Street. Engine 611 stretched one line and knocked the fire down as additional crews with hooks overhauled the area.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

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Lynbrook Goes to Work

Lynbrook firefighters battled a raging house fire on the afternoon additional challenges to firefighters. Reports stated that a passerby of February 13, 2016. Arriving companies were faced with a heavy was able to alert the residents of the fire and all escaped without fire condition in the rear of the three-story home on Scranton injury.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com Avenue. Freezing temperatures and a strong, gusty wind presented

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Plainview Extrication On March 11, 2016, the Plainview Fire Department responded to an MVA with entrapment on Washington Avenue and the South Service Road.

The crew from Heavy Rescue 957 removed the driver’s door to extricate the injured driver.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Elmont MVA Recently, Elmont firefighters responded to an MVA on Elmont Road in which a vehicle struck an electrical pole just south of Village Avenue. Although the vehicle was heavily damaged, the driver was checked at the scene by NCPD ambulance technicians but was not injured.

- Fire News photo by Dave Ragusa, EFD Photo Unit

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The Chuck Varese Extrication Tournament In the fall of 2007 a group of local volunteer firefighters, Chief Bruce Gosik, Danny Flanagan, Tommy Bourne, John Hawkins and Chief 'Beefy' Varese planned an Extrication Tournament, which they hoped would bring together the members of local fire departments for a day of competition, good food and fun.

The idea was inspired by the annual JOLT Tournament held at the Ridge Fire Department.

The first tournament was scheduled for May 31, 2008. Plans were underway when Beefy's son, Chuck Varese, a firefighter in the Northport Fire Department, was killed early on April 15, on his way to work. As the tournament plans were coming together, the guys from East Northport decided to name the tournament after Chuck.

The Northport Fire Department has hosted this tournament since its inception, at their training and Fair Grounds. The chiefs, officers and members have continuously supported the event.

Getting the cars to the tourney originally was done by Tommy Bourne, but as the event grew Bobby Demling with Gershow Recycling in Medford, brought cars and then the Huntington Manor Fire Department’s, Tim Pyne helped, as did Tommy and Jimmy from Hendrickson Transport, and Steve Rossetti and Rich D’Angelo.

Christine Gosik and her daughter, Andrea, started the tradition of an annual poster and handled the t-shirt designs. After two years, Bob Kutch and his team at ASI, have designed and supplied the shirts.

The East Northport and Commack Fire Departments brought their party tents and set them up. Greenlawn brought their trailer grill.

Firefighters from different departments help

man the kitchen and grills under the direction of Northport Fire Department’s very own, Firefighter and Safety Officer, Ray Maloney.

Huntington Manor’s Chief Chuck Brady and Northport’s Firefighter Rick Hickman created the trophies out of used Hurst tool parts and Northport’s ex-Chief Larry Wine creates the plaques each year.

The Town of Huntington General Services has provided bleachers, the Village of Northport Highway Department has also been instrumental. Special thanks to Jake Milliken for his help with positioning the cars before,

during, and after the tournament. Northport’s Chief Joe Pansini has been excellent as the track coordinator every year. The judges are led by ex-Chief Gregg Fagen from Kings Park.

The judges ensure everyone is safe and that the teams follow the tournament rules of competition.

This event would not be possible without the work and support of the members of the Northport Fire Department and our friends at Gershow Recycling including Kevin Gershowitz, and his team of Joe and Jonathan.

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3 Escape Wantagh Blaze

The Wantagh Fire Department received multiple calls about a fire on Somerset Drive in the Seaford Harbor section, on March 13, 2016. “When we got there, the entire back of the house was on fire,� Wantagh Chief Jim Bloomfield said, adding that it also had extended into the roof.

The fire was brought under control within a half hour, and firefighters from Wantagh and Seaford remained on scene for two-and-a-half hours. The entire back of the single-story house was blackened and part of the roof destroyed. Three people were home at the time, a woman, her daughter and her mother. All escaped.

- Fire News photos by Jack Healy

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Heavy Damage in Franklin Square Blaze

A Franklin Square home was heavily damaged by a spectacular fire on March 4, 2016. Firefighters were called to the Barnes Street home and found a portion of the ranch-style home heavily involved. The occupants were able to flee to safety with a variety of house pets, including dogs and birds. Units from Elmont, West Hempstead, and Garden City assisted at the scene. There were no serious injuries reported.

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Wyandanch House Fire

Just after midnight March 9, 2016, the Wyandanch Fire Company was alerted for a house fire on Ridge Road. Chief of Department T. Brown arrived to fire showing from the garage of a two-story home.

The occupants escaped the house, but one person went back in to rescue several dogs and was removed from the house. First Assistant Chief Deangelis and Third Assistant Chief Ron arrived and handled the fire attack as units arrived. Engine 1-10-4 stretched two lines to the house, while the crews from Mini-pumper 1-10-8 and Heavy Rescue 1-10-7 searched and vented the house and removed the garage doors. The fire was contained to the garage with only slight extension to the main section of the house. During searches a dog was found deceased. It took about 30 minutes to bring the fire under control with one minor injury, a New York City police officer who came upon the fire. The officer suffered smoke inhalation after attempting to enter the house and was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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A Troubling Issue - Firefighter Suicide “If I had only…” When something as tragic as the self-inflicted death to a brother or sister in the fire service happens, close friends ask this question to themselves and may continue to do so for the rest of their lives.

When someone who has pledged to save the lives of others becomes so conflicted as to take their own life, the impact of that death ripples across the entire fire service.

It is unfortunate but most, if not all of us, know a fellow fire service member who took their own life. We are all saddened and left with the pain of watching the members of the surviving family grieve the loss of a loved one. Studies indicate that the exposure firefighters have to some of the most horrendous events in life play a role in causing depression that could lead to the worst.

Earlier this year, within a week, a husband and wife connected with the volunteer fire service in Maryland took their own lives within a week of each another, leaving their twomonth old child. Unfortunately, there are events like this taking place all across the country. Family survivors and fire service family members are left numb by these events. The data is not complete but there is a clear trend emerging that captured over 100 such events over the past few years. The trend appears to be upward.

By Steve Austin Few in the fire service family are equipped with the professional training to spot potential behavior that could lead to a fellow member taking their own life.

That is why some progressive departments, private concerns and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation have dedicated

knows that a call has been placed.

A number of forward thinking companies have established Employee Assistance Programs as part of their member services, as well. Often counseling on life’s problems are included.

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is aggressively attacking the problem through the Everyone Goes Home program. Firefighter Life Safety Initiative #13 states, “Firefighters and their families must have access to counseling and psychological support.”

The Foundation has done much work in suicide prevention for firefighters. There are a number of White Papers and reports that are very helpful in identifying depression and other behavior that might lead a fellow responder to have suicidal thoughts.

There is an excellent guide for chiefs that reinforces that, “suicide is preventable and there are interventions that can make a difference.” Officers, both fire line and administrative, should avail themselves of this information.

It is time for an open discussion in our firehouses about this problem. We owe it to ourselves and our brothers and sisters. We never want the phrase, “if I had only…,” haunt us for the rest of our lives.

“Suicide is preventable and there are interventions that can make a difference ... It is time for an open discussion in our firehouses about this problem.” resources to tackling this issue.

For starters Provident Insurance, which insures most of the firefighters in Delaware for accidents, without fanfare, rolled out a First Responder Assistance Program. Any member or member’s family can call, confidentially, to seek help for problems including stress management, depression, family conflict, anxiety, grief and loss, relationships, financial or legal, addictions, problem gambling, and child and elder care. Often these problems are a precursor to suicidal thoughts. Many stations already have posted the instructions for accessing this service. The confidential nature of the program ensures that no one in the fire department

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

That’s How You Use a Parachute

The Suffolk Police, Hauppauge Fire Department and Hauppauge Marcus Boulevard. The pilot deployed a parachute before landing Central Islip Ambulance responded to a plane that made an emer- and was treated for minor injuries. Police along with FAA officials gency crash landing in the Hauppauge industrial area on March 5, are investigating the cause.

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Helping the Rescuers

A Nassau County Police Harbor Unit secured a US Coast Guard boat that capsized in Reynolds Channel early on February 25, 2016.

The Coast Guard boat was responding to assist a fishing boat that had run aground off the Rockaways. Five members of the Coast Guard crew were able to swim to shore.

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What a Mess On February 25, 2016, the Syosset Fire Department was alerted for an investigation of medical waste along South Oyster Bay Road. Unit 5896 found that several bags of medical waste had blown into the road and cars struck the bags spreading the waste over a large area on both sides of the street. The Health Department and County HazMat were called to access the cleanup and the scene was turned over to them.

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New Hyde Park Fuel Spill

The New Hyde Park Fire Department was on the scene of a fuel spill the Nassau County Hazardous Material unit was called to the scene.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com at a service station on New Hyde Park Road and Jericho Turnpike on the morning of February 20, 2016. Due to the extent of the spill,

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Gas Main Hit in Franklin Square

On February 25, 2016, the Franklin Square Fire Department was toned out for a gas leak on Sherwood Avenue and Russell Street.

Upon arrival, the chief found workers, building two new homes, had hit a high-pressure gas line. Mutual aid was called from West Hempstead and National Grid to shut off the gas.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

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Holtsville MVA

Recently, the Holtsville Fire Department responded to an MVA on Long Island Avenue and Woody Crest Drive. The driver received minor injuries, but was transported to Stony Brook University Medical Center.

- Fire New photo by David Rubin

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East Meadow MVA On February 27, 2016, the East Meadow Fire Department was alerted for an MVA at the intersection of Newbridge Road and Levittown Parkway. One person was injured and transported to NUMC and crews applied a drying agent to the roadway and secured the cars.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Bethpage/ Plainview MVA On February 8, 2016, the Bethpage and Plainview Fire Departments were alerted for an MVA with pin on South Oyster Bay Road and Rose Street, a border call. One car rolled 360 degrees injuring the driver. Crews from both departments secured the two cars involved and transported two to local hospitals.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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3 Injured in Holtsville MVA

Hicksville Handles Head-on

On March 1, 2016, the Holtsville Fire Department was activated for an MVA with reported heavy rescue at the intersection of Waverly Avenue and Division Street. Chief Neal Harris confirmed a vehicle with two occupants heavily pinned. Mutual aid was requested from Farmingville for an ambulance. The crew of Rescue 4 worked quickly to extricate both victims by removing the vehicle’s roof and driver’s door. One female was airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital and two other patients were transported, via Holtsville and Farmingville ambulances, to nearby medical facilities.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

The Nassau Police and Hicksville Fire Department responded to a two-car head-on collision at the intersection of Old Country Road and Levittown Parkway on March 8, 2016. The drivers of both vehicles suffered minor injuries and were transported to Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

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Northport MVA

On March 3, 2016, the Northport Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call for an MVA with overturn on Main Street.

Under the command of Chief Joseph Pansini and Assistant Chief Brad Wine, firefighters responded with an ambulance, a heavy rescue and an engine. The response was extremely quick as it was minutes before the departments monthly membership meeting and a large number of members were at the firehouse. One adult was safely extricated, treated and transported to Huntington Hospital in stable condition.

- Fire News photo by John Mancino

MVA in Quogue

The Quogue Fire Department responded to a vehicle overturn on March 9, 2016. First Assistant Chief C. Osborne transmitted for a two-vehicle MVA with overturn. One subject was transported by Westhampton Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Christopher Osborne

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Lucky Driver in New Hyde Park The female driver of an SUV escaped without serious injury after she lost control of her vehicle on Hillside Avenue near Winthrop Street in North New Hyde Park on March 4, 2016. The vehicle struck a parked car before overturning in the roadway.

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Ummm…That Sign About Trucks and Bridges ….

A box truck, traveling westbound on the Southern State Parkway in West Hempstead, sustained heavy damage when it failed to clear the low bridge at exit 18-Eagle Avenue on February 24, 2016. The roof of the vehicle was peeled off but no contents spilled onto the roadway. State Police responded.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

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Not a Drive-Through in Uniondale An SUV lost control in a Uniondale parking lot and plowed into the front of a Little Caesar’s Pizza shop on Nassau Road on January 21, 2016. There were no serious injuries but most of the store’s front windows were destroyed, along with the entranceway. Uniondale firefighters and County ESU were on the scene.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Ronkonkoma MVA On February 1, 2016, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for an MVA with reported heavy rescue on Express Drive North. Upon arrival, Chief Eric Cook advised incoming units of a two-car MVA with negative entrapment. The crew of Rescue 8 arrived soon after and secured both vehicles. Three people were transported to Stony Brook University Hospital by Ronkonkoma Ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

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Dix Hills Installation 2016 Assemblyman Lupinacci, (right), is joined by, (from left): Town of Huntington Councilwoman Susan A. Berland; Dix Hills Fire Department Third Assistant Chief Joseph Williamson; First Assistant Chief Thomas Napolitano; Chief of Department Robert Fling; Assemblyman Andrew P. Raia and Huntington Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia at Dix Hills Fire Department’s installation of officers on February 7, 2016. (Not pictured is Second Assistant Chief Alan Berkowitz, who was called up for service in the US Air Force.)

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Future Bethpage Firefighter Christopher Ceglio.

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Centerport Father and Son

Greenlawn Honors Memory of Hans Weiss

Centerport Fire Department ex-Chief Andrew Mark, left, congratulates his son Brian Mark, upon his installation as Chief of the Department. Andrew Mark was Chief of the Department from 1990-1991. Brian took the oath of office 25 years after his dad held the office.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

The Greenlawn Fire Department recently presented the Mark Levee Memorial Rescue Award to Hans Weiss, a charter member of the Greenlawn Rescue Squad and former Captain who passed away in May 2014. Weiss proudly served the department and Greenlawn community for over 57 years, and was recognized for his outstanding service and dedication. The award was accepted by his son John, also a Greenlawn firefighter, and wife Kay. Pictured from left, are Chief Kurt Allen, John Weiss, Kay Weiss, and ex-Chief Scott Waryold.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Commack’s Matt Monahan Firefighter of the Year The Commack Fire Department proudly presented the Firefighter of the Year Award to Matt Monahan at the 109th Annual Installation of Officers. Matt was recognized for his outstanding heroic actions for rescuing a young woman trapped in an overturned burning car in March 2014. Matt also received awards for his lifesaving efforts from the Board of Fire Commissioners and Ladder Company One. (From left): ex-Chief Pete Paccione, First Assistant Chief Rich Myers, Chief Andy Babajko, Matt Monahan, Second Assistant Chief Paul Carnevale, Third Assistant Chief Bobby Wilkins, and Department President John Bicocchi.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

East Northport Honors Chief Joe Ervin The East Northport Fire Department recognized outgoing Chief Joe Ervin for his outstanding and dedicated service as Chief from 2013-2014. ExChief Ervin received several awards and proclamations in appreciation of his leadership and service, as his proud family shared in the special moment. Chief Ervin, pictured kneeling front, and from left are First Assistant Chief Dan Heffernan, Chief Wayne Kaifler, Jr., Vikki Ervin and children Amanda, Justin and Michael, and Second Assistant Chief Dan Flanagan.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Town of Babylon Hazmat Team Refresher Training On February 23, 2016, the Town of Babylon Hazmat team conducted refresher training at East Farmingdale Fire Department. The members reviewed procedures, the equipment carried in the Haz-Mat trailer and practiced putting on the Level B suits. Team leaders Mark Stone and John Manzi organized the training and reviewed upcoming training classes, which will lead up to a townwide drill in the future. The team meets the fourth Tuesday of each month and is scheduled to train at various firehouses around Babylon Town throughout the year.

- Fire News photo by Brad Maier

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Nassau County FireFighters Pipes and Drums

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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2016 FASNY Firefighter Games

On February 6 and 7, 2016, the 2016 Firefighter Games were held at Greek Peak Resort in Cortland County. (Above): Oriskany Fire Department Captain Larry Rieben joins forces with members of the Walton Fire Department of Delaware County to form the team entry for the Central New York Firemen’s Association in the Sled Pull. (Above, left): Tully Firefighter Katie Memory (18) stands up on her ATV during the Sled Pull races looking back at her team who is strapping down a patient on a gurney. (Left): Over a dozen firefighters from the Branchport Keuka Park Volunteer Fire Department anxiously await the arrival of some much needed snow at the start of the Hose Relay and Tractor Pull races.

- Fire News photos by Gordy Kotars

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2016 W. Hempstead Installation On February 27, 2016, the West Hempstead Fire Department held their 91st annual installation dinner. (Above, right): members of the department. (Left): Chief of Department Peter Lilli and his chiefs and officers waiting to be installed. (Above): Chief Lilli and Assistant Chief Michel Vogt with 2nd time Nozzle Chief Ryan Schroeher - Fire News photos by Bill D’Alessandro

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Babylon Town Hosts Hope for the Warriors Run

On November 7, 2016, the Town of Babylon hosted the Annual Hope for the Warriors Run fundraiser. Fire department volunteers from the Town of Babylon, Wyandanch-Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corps and other mutual aid units from Suffolk County provided Emergency Medical Services medical stations, rescue bikes, fire police units and American Flag arches around all three race routes. Personnel from the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County Police, and Auxiliary Police also provided security and necessary services to support the races.

Three separate races were held; a 1k, 5k and 10k. Members from the local departments participated in the race along with local leaders; Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone (left in blue shirt) ran the 10 K race.

This year was the largest turnout for the event.

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Fire News Photogs Party

On March 9, 2016, the staff of Fire News held an informal ‘thank you’ get-together for the photographers who regularly appear in the Long Island edition. Congratulations and Happy Birthday were also extended to Francis ‘Sid’ Parkan on his 95th birthday.

Sid is one of Fire News’ original photographers who still reads the paper and offers input. He is a legend and Fire News is proud of his work and accomplishments, which have made Fire News the paper that it is today. Happy Birthday Sid! (Right): Kevin Parkan, Sid’s son, who is an active photographer carrying on his father’s tradition, received a plaque for Sid. Presenting are Executive Editor Tim Edwards and Publisher Frank Trotta.

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Jamesport Hosts Multi Agency Gas Emergency Safety Exercise

On February 27, 2016, the Jamesport Fire Department hosted a multi-agency gas emergency safety exercise sponsored by the National Grid safety training unit at Jamesport Fire Department headquarters.

East End fire departments responded to several gas emergencies in the recent past including a high-pressure line break due to an MVA, an underground main line leak, and several residential gas leaks.

Seminar attendees received training that included response to gas leaks, explosions, gas emergencies during structure fires, and general gas safety.

Chief John Andrejack stated, “A sound, pre-planned, working partnership between the local emergency response agencies and National Grid promotes a well coordinated response to future gas emergencies which provides the best protection for our residents.”

AFDNC Installs Officers for 2016

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia (center) recently attended the Association of Fire Districts of Nassau County’s (AFDNC) installation of officers, held at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. The association’s mission is to provide the members with opportunities that promote efficient, effective service through education and advocacy of legislation, which improves the protection of lives and property. On hand for the event (left to right) are: Honoree and immediate-past-President Joel E. Bearman and incoming-President Robert Hockenjos. Joel E. Bearman is a longtime Commissioner of the Levittown Fire District and Robert Hockenjos is a Commissioner with the Lakeview District. Councilwoman Alesia presented a citation to Joel E. Bearman in honor of his outstanding contributions to the organization and invaluable service to his community.

- Fire News photo by Kurt Ludwig

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Nassau County Association of Fire Districts

On March 4, 2016, the Nassau County Association of Fire Districts held their Annual Meeting and Installation. Congratulations to Robert F. Hockenjos as he leads the association in 2016. Also, congratulations to 1st Vice President Paul Cartier, 2nd Vice President Ralph J. Raymond, past-President Joel E. Bearman, Treasurer Ralph Esposito and Secretary Tricia Schields-O’Leary as they work together in 2016. Good luck to Ralph Esposito and Frederick G. Senti, Jr., in their positions as AFDNYS Directors.

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Up Close & Personal

East Northport Chief Wayne Kaifler, Jr., operating at a working house fire on Pebble Place in Commack on January 20, 2016.

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(Photo above) Jericho Fire Department.

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Nesconset Fire Department’s Leslie Umali and Christine Bakos.

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Up Close & Personal

Chief of the Bethpage Fire Department Francis X DeBobes, Jr., showing off his Irish.

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Lieutenant Kevin Barattini of the St. James Fire Department.

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Nesconset Fire Department’s Shawn Maudin.

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Cold Spring Harbor Installs New Leaders Assemblyman Chad A. Lupinacci (R,C,I - South Huntington) welcomed the new slate of officers and executive board members to their leadership roles during the Cold Spring Harbor Fire Department's annual installation dinner on March 5, 2016 at the Huntington Country Club, Lupinacci and other local elected officials honored incoming and outgoing leaders and thanked them for their selfless service to the community.

Officers installed were: Chief - Peter R. Como; First Assistant Chief - Daniel Froehlich; Second Assistant Chief - Justin Armbruster; Captain - Stephen Fitts; First Lieutenant - Brendan Fitts; Second Lieutenant - Daniel Martin; Rescue Captain Christian Renz; Rescue Lieutenant - John Martin; Fire Police Captain - Sal Spina; and Fire Police Lieutenant - Thomas Buchta.

Executive Board members installed were: President - Charles Geffner; Vice President - James Felton, Jr.; Secretary - Robert Thornton; Treasurer - Steven Rafuse; and Chaplain - Robert Wilson.

Pictured are Lupinacci and Huntington Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia congratulating Cold Spring Harbor Fire Department Chief Peter R. Como.

Greenlawn Firefighter Weds on Valentine’s Day Every Valentine’s Day for the past 21 years, Huntington Town Clerk Jo Ann Raia officiates at the marriages of the couples choosing to marry on that special date. This year was no different and included Greenlawn Firefighter Jacob C. Deegan and Halesite Firefighter Katherine M. Kuntz. They were happily married in front of many invited guests including members of the department. (Left to right): 1st Assistant Chief Michael Bellis, 3rd Assistant Chief Angelo Santomauro, Jacob Kathrine, 2nd Assistant Chief Joe Costanza and ex-Capt. Michael Zeis.

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Suffolk County Fire Districts Officer’s Association

On March 5, 2016, the Suffolk County Fire Districts Officers Association held their Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers.

Congratulations to President Rudy Sunderman, Jr., as he leads the organization in 2016. Good luck to 1st Vice President Jay Eagan, 2nd Vice President John Dolezal, Sergeant-at-Arms John Manzi, Secretary Lawrence Santangelo, Chaplain Edwin S. Brooks, and past-President Michael P. Mooney as they work together in 2016. Good luck to Tim Deveny, Eugene Petricevich, and Ed Tully in their positions as AFDNYS Directors.

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Firehouse Kitchen

By Ray Cooney

While planning the fourth season of Firehouse Kitchen, I wanted to do something “cool” for the opening show. I remembered an e-mail I received from the Connecticut State Fire Academy (CSFA) in which they asked if we would like to come and film a show with their probationary firefighters.

Apparently, Firefighter Ray and Firehouse Kitchen are a big hit amongst this group of soon-to-be firefighters. They had found the show on foodytv.com and become avid viewers. Not wanting to let anyone down, of course, Firefighter Ray obliged.

We arrived at the CFSA and I was looking for Captain Bill DeFord, one of the head training officers. I found him at the training grounds where probies were rapelling down the sides of buildings, battling simulated fires and action, action, action!

DeFord was conducting a mask confidence drill.

Bill was amazing with the knowledge he was supplying these up-and-coming firefighters. This course was one of the hardest I have witnessed and coming from a retired New York City fireman, that is saying a lot.

Back to the main reason why we are at CFSA, cooking! After the firefighters worked rigorously on their drills, they would all be looking for food ... and soon! Captain Bill yelled, “Recruits, time for the meal!” Within 10 minutes, there were eight recruits in the kitchen prepping, cleaning, sautéing and cooking. On the menu for lunch was homemade minestrone soup, grilled chicken sandwich, an earthy, crunchy salad and a yogurt parfait.

After some bantering and yelling in the kitchen, Captain Bill instructed the recruits to go into the mess hall. I said, “This isn’t lunch (referring to the food we just prepared),” and was told no, it was the prep for dinner. Three more hours of training was ahead, and back to the training field we headed.

Before I knew it, Captain Bill came to me and told

me they were almost done cooking! “Bill, this is a cooking show! I need to film them cooking!” I got so caught up with training that I lost track of time.

Luckily for me, I had a cameraman who caught the cooking action. The meal was wonderful. Lots of laughs were shared by all in attendance. It is important, to Captain Bill, that the meal be healthy. His motto — if one is filled with good fuel, one will fight hard in a fire.

What is cool about the CSFA is that it is a sleepaway program from Monday through Thursday night. The camaraderie I witnessed amongst these young firefighters reminded me a lot of how I felt about my experiences in the FDNY. After witnessing the training these recruits are put through, I would feel confident fighting a fire with them and knowing they had my back. Hats off to the “Frozen 46.”

That’s what they nicknamed themselves due to the frigid winter they had this year.

To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen or how to become a sponsor, visit firehousekitchenshow.com.

Also, attention firefighters, I am looking for new fire cooks for the next season of Firehouse Kitchen. Email me at ray@firehousekitchenshow.com or call 631-514-5859.

Fresh Veggie Minestrone Soup 1 - 28 oz. can of crushed tomatoes 4 cans of legumes (black beans, kidney bean, pinto bean, etc.)

1 bunch celery hearts, chopped 1 bag of baby carrots, chopped 5 cloves of garlic, crushed or minced 3 cups of chopped vegetables of choice 4 tsp. of olive oil 6 cups of water 4-6 cups of homemade chicken or vegetable stock 1-2 cups of small variety pasta Pepper, oregano, basil and parsley to taste Parmesan cheese for garnishing finished soup Saute carrots, onions, celery, garlic and chopped vegetables in olive oil to soften.

Add sautéed vegetables and legumes to stock, water and crushed tomatoes.

Sprinkle herbs and spices in. Simmer for three hours. Bring to a boil 1/2 hour before serving and add pasta to soften.

Serve with freshly grated Parmesan sprinkled on top.

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Privately Owned Vehicles POV 6. Review response procedures; So, 2015 is in the books. So how did we do? Well, there were 86 Line of Duty Deaths (LODD) according to the United States Fire 7. More drills and training; Administration (USFA). One death is one to many, however we are 8. No illegal turns; right on red, etc.; down 15 percent from prior years. That means 15 of our brothers and 9. Defensive driving courses; sisters are alive today because of our efforts. That’s right our efforts. I 10. Driver training review courses yearly; am not just talking about safety officers, but programs like the 16 life11. Incident Commander issue under control orders sooner; saving initiatives, input from many organizations; International 12. Send minimum vehicles to auto alarms and nuisance alarms; Association of Fire Chiefs, Fire Department Safety Officers Association 13. Set up protocols on the use of certain streets to (FDSOA), Firemen’s Association State of New York (FASNY), and use during response; Long Island Fire News. So, if you supported safety, pat yourself on the 14. Use staging areas; back — you saved 15 lives this year.

15. Speed monitoring devices on vehicles; Locally, many chiefs are recognizing the need for more safety, more 16. Driving at safe speeds for the road conditions; training, safety vehicles, radios, and personnel. Programs like our 17. Impairment free, no drugs, medication, alcohol, lack of sleep, etc.; Safety Associations, accountability systems, cardio monitoring, health 18. Rear view and forward facing cameras on apparatus; exams, etc., all contributed. We must work harder, and accept more safe19. Vehicle positioning a priority at the scene; ty in our lives.

20. Minimize manpower; We often talk about the largest cause of LODDs, which we all know is 21. Early response of fire police to the scene; cardiac related. But what is the second biggest cause? According to the 22. Under control information should be transmitted to responders.

USFA and the NFPA the second largest is, “vehicle crashes,” from responding apparatus and privately owned vehicles (POVs). Of the two, Other Recommendations Include: POVs are a large factor. Over the past 10 years, according to the USFA, • Develop, implement, and enforce written standard operating proceover 100 lives were lost to vehicle crashes. Many of them could have been prevented by more care and paying more attention, according to dures for all operations Don Zimmerman, Firefighter Safety and Survival (2012, Delmar).

• Ensure that all fire service vehicles are operated safely taking into consideration road and weather conditions, and in accordance with Here are some tips that should be discussed department emergency response protocols; at meetings and drills: • Ensure that vehicle/apparatus maintenance programs comply with 1. Set-up standby early, prior to the hazard (mini stand-by crew); applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and 2. Stand-by at members home (weather permitting), school districts, that all maintenance and repairs are performed by qualified technicians; garages, industrial sites, etc.; • Provide initial and refresher training to all drivers on each vehicle 3. Respond using more caution; they may be called upon to operate; 4. Prepare your vehicle (have defrost spray, etc.); • Ensure that seatbelts are properly worn at all times by drivers and 5. Use seat belts; occupants of all department vehicles; • Ensure that all vehicle modifications are completed by a qualified source and are designed and installed within the manufacturer’s specifications and NFPA guidelines; • Be aware of programs that provide assistance in obtaining alternative funding, such as grant funding, to replace or purchase fire apparatus and equipment.

Let’s all pitch in and work harder to reduce LODDs in 2016.

More effort will work. Read the NIOSH reports (www.cdc.gov/ niosh/fire/), there is no reason why history should repeat itself.

-Ex-Chief Jeff Bailes President Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association 631-495-1313

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St. Baldrick’s Day in Massapequa

On March 6, 2016, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, an organization Massapequa Fire Department and the son of one member had their that works to help fight childhood cancer, held an event at heads shaved as part of the event to raise money for the foundation.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy, MFD McGorey’s Pub in Massapequa Park. Eleven members of the

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County Executive Mangano Swears in 2016 Nassau Junior Officers On February 28, 2016, at the Hewlett Fire Department, with over 200 juniors and advisors, the Nassau County Junior Fire Firefighters Association held their 11th Annual Installation dinner.

Valley Stream Rescue Captain and ex-Chief Gary Ferrucci was the Master of Ceremony who introduced Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Legislator Bill Gaylor, FASNY Director Robert Ottaviano, and Nassau County Fireman’s Association President Walter Frame who presented numerous awards and citations to the association and both outgoing President Kelly Hastings of Massapequa Juniors and incoming President Richard Field of the Valley Stream Juniors.

In their speeches both stated how proud and honored they were to be part of the association and to take part in moving the Association forward to give the Juniors and Explorers in Nassau County something no one else in the country has.

They also spoke about the monument that they would be unveiling in Eisenhower Park on May 15 and their Fire Camp, “Camp

Fahrenheit 516,” to be held the week of July 25, which they have been working on the last few years. To see more of that night look for us online at www.ncjfa.org or Like us on Facebook at “Nassau Juniors.”

(Above): County Executive Mangano swears in 2016 Officers (left to right) Sergeantat-Arms Michael Scanlon from the Hicksville

Juniors, Secretary Anthony Pallisco from the Franklyn Square Explorers, Kimberley Tetuan from the Hewlett Juniors, 2nd Vice President Ryan Hunt from the Farmingdale Juniors, 1st Vice President Bryan Scheer from the East Rockaway Juniors and President Richard Field from the Valley Stream Juniors.

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King Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade The annual Kings Park Saint Patrick’s Day parade was held on March 5, 2016. Fire Departments from the various communities within the Town of Smithtown participated.

- Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

Bethpage Fire Police.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

The Westhampton Beach Ladies Auxiliary at Girls’ Night Out on March 4, 2016.

- Fire News photo by Cody Hoyle

Firefighters from the Ridge Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Firefighters from the Hagerman Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

Valley Stream Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Wantagh Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Oyster Bay Atlantic Steamers.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Ex-Chief Ed Tully and family at the Town of Islip Firefighters Museum groundbreaking ceremony.

- Fire News photo by Kevin J. Parkan

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Up Close & Personal

Bethpage Fire Department ready for St Patrick’s Day. - Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

Nesconset Fire Department’s Dennis Bricker.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Chief Wayne Kaifler, Jr., of the East Northport Fire Department had command at a recent house fire.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

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Up Close & Personal

Ex-Captain Tim Devine of the Setauket Fire Department.

- Fire News photo

by Ron Monteleone

Brentwood Fire Department First Assistant Chief Mike Derbyshire operating at a house fire on Spur Drive North on February 10, 2016.

- Fire News photo

by Paul Mazza

While on vacation, Jamie Rogers, Sr., of the Terryville Fire Department stopped at a firehouse in Cuba.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Jamie Rogers, Sr.

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GA CHIVVIS MEGA GIVEAWAY WINNER Tyler Bukowinski was the big winner of the GA Chivvis Mega Giveaway at the March 2016 Fire, Rescue and EMT Mega Show.

Tyler was the Grand Prize winner of a Fire-Dex Helmet.

After speaking to Tyler’s mother Maryann, we found out that Tyler’s father, an ex-Captain of Farmingville Fire Department, had passed away last year.

After telling the story to Dave of GA Chivvis, Dave relayed the story about a Junior at Farmingville Fire Department who had visited the GA Chivvis booth during the show inquiring about some turnout gear for himself.

Lo and behold, after putting the stories together it wound up being the same Tyler! So the least that George and Dave could do was to give him some of his own gear to get him through until he’s 17 when he will then be able to use his father’s gear that the department has put aside for him. It was a great day for all of us awarding Tyler with his Mega Giveaway prize and some other goodies, which included some of his very own gear.

Congratulations again, Tyler!!!

H2M RAISES $3455 FOR CANCER RESEARCH H2M architects and engineers participated in the 2016 Cycle for Survival, a national movement to beat rare cancers, on Saturday, March 5, 2016, in Greenvale, New York!

Team H2M raised a total of $3,455 during the high-energy indoor team cycling event where 100 percent of all money raised will directly fund lifesaving rare cancer research.

For more information, visit cycleforsurvival.org!

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Brookhaven Chief’s Council Installation On March 6, 2016, the Brookhaven Town Fire Chief’s Council held its Annual Installation brunch at Majestic Gardens in Rocky Point. Many local officials and Brookhaven Town Fire Service personnel attended. The newly installed officers were sworn in by Broookhaven Town Councilman Michael Loguercio, Jr., who is also the Brookhaven Town liaison to the fire service in the town.

The following slate of officers were sworn in to their respective positions for the Council. (Left to right): Town of Brookhaven Councilman Michael Loguercio Jr., President Jim Scholl Sr. (Port Jefferson Fire Department), 1st Vice President John Bartnik (Selden), 2nd Vice

President Tom Connors (Brookhaven), 3rd Vice President William Savage (Wading River), Sergeant-at-Arms Jeff Bailes (Selden), Secretary Frank Scibilia (Mastic). Not pictured, Treasurer Joe Danowski (Manorville).

At the beginning and end of the ceremony Brookhaven Town Fire Chief’s Council Chaplin James Vaz gave an opening and closing prayer.

Former/past-Brookhaven Town Fire Chief’s Council President Scott Thebold (Yaphank) was honored by the current officers and members of the council for his dedicated service as President in 2014-2015.

- Fire News photos by Andrew Tetreault

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Alert Juniors 2016 Sworn In, Others Honored

The Junior Firefighters of the Great Neck Alert Fire Company recently held their annual dinner and 2016 officer elections. Alert Chief James Neubert (far left) and Alert firefighter John Motchkavitz swore in the newly elected officers (left to right): Captain Ryan Motchkavitz; 1st Lieutenant David Oginski; 2nd Lieutenant Nicholas Rietbroek; Recording Secretary Charlie Judson; and Financial Secretary Natasha Castro. Ryan Motchkavitz was sworn in as the 35th Captain, following in

the footsteps of his father, John, who was the Company’s third Juniors Captain in 1984. Prior to becoming Captain, Ryan served as Financial Secretary in 2014 and 2nd Lieutenant in 2015.

During the dinner, two juniors were honored for their hard work, dedication and extraordinary service to the Alert Junior Firefighters program. A well-deserved plaque was presented to outgoing Captain Conner Campbell and a special award was given to outgoing 1st Lieutenant Julia Rietbroek.

Conner joined the Alert Juniors in 2011 and prior to becoming Captain in 2015, Conner served one year as First Lieutenant and one year as Financial Secretary. Conner’s four older siblings all served as Captain when they were members of the Juniors program. Julia joined the Juniors in 2011 and first served as Recording Secretary in 2014 before becoming First Lieutenant in 2015.

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by Sara Rietbroek

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St. Patrick’s Day in Mineola The annual Mineola St. Patrick’s Day parade.

- Fire News photos by Steve Takacs

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Obituary

Sea Cliff’s Captain Warren ‘Buddy’ Griffin Warren Griffin, better known as ‘Buddy,’ was laid to rest at Locust Valley Cemetery on February 8, 2015, after a funeral Mass at St. Boniface the Martyr Roman Catholic Church in Sea Cliff.

Buddy was always a very active member in the department, serving in the Hook and Ladder Company #1, just short of 60 years after joining in April of 1956. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Hook & Ladder Company from 1967-69, First Lieutenant from 1969-71, and Captain from 1971-73. He also served as Chairman and a member of the Hook and Ladder Company By-laws Committee. In 1984 he received the Fireman of the Year award. Years later he served in the department’s Fire Police as Lieutenant from 2001 to 2008 and Captain from 2008 until the present.

Buddy was the past-President of the Sea Cliff Exempts Association, and a charter member of the softball and drill team. He was duly honored by Sea Cliff Fire Department members during his wake and funeral, along with members from surrounding fire departments.

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Donna Marinello Laid to Rest On February 24, 2016, the Terryville Fire Department paid respects to Ladies Service Company member Donna Marinello. Donna was that smiling face who always came out to support the department and its members. No matter what, she always managed to say the right thing and bring a smile to your face. She will be missed by everyone whose life she touched.

The Terryville Fire Department offers its sympathy to the Marinello family. May Donna rest in peace as she watches over us.

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