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Cranston Home Damaged in Fire On December 8, 2015, Cranston firefighters responded to Montgomery Avenue for a kitchen fire.

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Close Call in Stafford On January 2, 2016, Stafford (CT) firefighters responded to a garage fire on Delphi Road.

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Bridgeport Condo Blaze Displaces 120 Bridgeport companies were dispatched to a car fire in an underground garage of a four-story condominium complex See story page 15 on Charles Street.

2 Dogs Saved at East Hartford Fire On December 22, 2015, firefighters responded to a garage fire on O’Connell Drive in East Hartford.

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Worcester Warehouse Firefighters Remembered Recently, a memorial was held for the six Worcester firefighters who died in the 1999 Worcester Cold Storage See story page 29 Warehouse fire.

Obituary: Robert Tervo On Saturday February 13, 2016, the Town of Berlin (MA) paid their respects to retired Fire Chief Robert See story page 34 Tervo.

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Sturbridge 4-Alarm Destroys Barn

A Good Time to Refamiliarize At the start of this year’s winter, we were lucky with the weather. Then at the blink of an eye, things change and we were hit with a blizzard that was almost a record breaker. Hopefully you were prepared to deal with frosted windows, slippery roads and the need to be cautious while responding to calls. For the new members, remember that frostbite is a serious issue, especially after the fire is knocked down and you are soaking wet. Most EMTs are aware that the cold can complicate patient care at an accident scene. Stop and give thought to working in the cold.

I would like to take a moment to thank our readers who have reached out to Fire News through Facebook. In case you have not done so, visit Fire News and FDNY Fire News on Facebook and like the page. Become one of the millions, yes millions of people who have liked a post, offered comment and shared posts. I recently came across a post on Facebook that actually made me stop and rethink about my commitment to the fire service. The post was a photograph of FDNY Rescue 2’s firehouse door. On the photo the following was superimposed: Check the rig. Check the tools. Mentor the probie.

Learn from the senior man. Leave the department better than you found it. Wow! Those few sentences are so true and should make you stop and think.

As a senior member of my department, I find myself coming to the firehouse for coffee and while the coffee is brewing, I frequently review the pump panel of my truck. It has been awhile since I pumped a ripping fire. I want to make sure that I am not embarrassed when I am the guy responsible to get water to the nozzle crew in a speedy fashion. Recently, when I entered the firehouse for morning coffee, all of the doors on my station’s fire police truck were open. I stopped and paused and noticed one of my breakfast partners going through the truck making sure everything was where it was supposed to be. Did he have to do this? No, he most certainly did not, since the truck had been inspected a few days ago. I asked him what was up.

He said, “Nothing, I just wanted to check a few things that were used the other night.”

I have always learned from the best. The people who care are the people who reach out above and beyond what they are expected to do. Are you in this group?

To all members — not just probationary members — remember that being part of the fire-rescue and emergency services is a privilege and a lifestyle. Winter is a great time to go down to the firehouse to study your rig, refamiliarize yourself with the equipment placement on the truck and, while you are at it, ask yourself, “Are you leaving a positive mark on the department?”

Stay warm and be safe!

Dennis

On December 7, 2015, Sturbridge firefighters were alerted to a reported structure fire on River Road. Sturbridge Fire Chief David Zinther immediately recognized that his first-due engine would be delayed due to another call, and requested an a response from Southbridge and Brimfield. Eventually, firefighters from approximately 18 towns from two states got a piece of the four-alarm fire, which engulfed a large commercial garage that housed a construction and landscaping business. The building was unoccupied at the time, and no injuries were reported despite multiple explosions during the early stages of the firefight. Chief Zinther reported the building housed numerous tanks of flammable gases. A lack of water hampered firefighting efforts until a tanker shuttle could be established, mostly using mutual aid tankers. The structure and all of its contents were deemed a total loss, and the cause was under investigation.

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1 Injured at Sutton Blaze

Sutton (MA) Car 1 arrived to heavy smoke showing from a twostory wood frame colonial on Wheelock Road early on January 31, 2016. First-due companies stretched a line and found heavy fire erupting from the cellar stairwell. The ladder crew opened the roof and firefighters quickly knocked down the fire before it could spread. Because it was a no-hydrant district, tankers were requested from several departments. One occupant was transported to a local hospital for an undetermined injury.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

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Fire Damages Cranston Home

On December 8, 2015, Cranston firefighters responded to Montgomery Avenue for a kitchen fire. On arrival, Engine 1 found heavy fire showing from the first floor of a 2-1/2 story wood framed house. As companies began to stretch lines, the occupants of the house informed members that everyone was out.

Engine 1 quickly had water on the fire but not before it began to spread to the second floor. Engine 2 stretched a line to the second floor and cut off any further extension. While Ladder 1 performed vertical ventilation, members of the Special Hazards performed searches; all searches were negative and the fire was brought under control within 20 minutes.

- Fire News photo by oTm aCrmody

Good Work at Boston 2-Alarm On January 12, 2016, the Boston Fire Department responded to a two-alarm fire on Cummins Highway, near Mattapan Square. Speedy and skilled interior work held the fire to the top floor and attic.

- Fire News photo by Bill Noonan

FF Burned in Saugus Flashover Recently, firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire in Saugus (MA). One firefighter had to bail out of a first floor window due to a flashover. He received minor burns and was expected to make a quick recovery.

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Huge Home Fire in Avon

Recently, Avon volunteers responded for a structure fire on Vermillion Drive. Upon arrival, they found an 8000-plus square foot residential structure with fire and heavy smoke showing. The residence was located in a neighborhood built on the slopes of Avon Mountain and had no area hydrants. Two tanker task forces were activated to supply water for the fast moving fire, which spread throughout the massive structure. With fire venting through the roof and structural collapse imminent, an exterior attack was mounted with multiple handlines, master streams and Avon’s ladder truck. The multi-town response worked for several hours to bring the fire under control.

- Fire News photos by Kevin C zarzasty and S ean Freiman

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Hopkinton House Destroyed

On January 23, 2016, the Hopkinton Communications Center received a call from a passerby reporting a fully involved 2-1/2 story wood frame house on Hayden Rowe Street. The first-due company, Hopkinton Engine 4, transmitted a second alarm prior to arrival and could see a glow from a distance. On arrival, they encountered a large propane cylinder venting, as well. The house was under construction and the driveway was blocked by a backhoe. Hopkinton E4 took the driveway for the B-side adjacent dwelling, on which the

vinyl siding had begun to melt. Due to no nearby hydrants the firstdue cooled the side of the exposure until the next engine company from Milford laid in 900 feet of LDH, along with a line from another hydrant, which was in the other direction about as far away. The house was a total loss and companies wet down the remains for several hours. The cause was under investigation by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal’s Office.

- Fire News photo by Dou glas Dow

Close Call in Stafford

On January 2, 2016, Stafford (CT) firefighters responded to a members were injured when the car gas tank let loose and rolling garage fire on Delphi Road. Mutual aid from area departments, fire caught them in the driveway.

- Fire News photo by aPtrick Dooley including a couple from Massachusetts, assisted at the scene. No

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Good Work at Medford House Fire

Shortly after noon on January 28, 2016, Medford (MA) firefighters responded to a large 2-1/2 story wood frame home with fire and smoke showing from the front. A second alarm was called bringing mutual aid from Somerville, Malden and Arlington.

Firefighters did an excellent job keeping this fire from spreading.

- Fire News photo by cSott LaP rade

Warwick House Fire Snuffed On December 7, 2015, Warwick firefighters responded to a house fire. First-due companies arrived to smoke showing from the eaves of a single-story ranch. Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire.

- Fire News photo by cSott LaP rade

Quick Work in Hartford On January 24, 2016, Hartford (CT) firefighters were dispatched for smoke coming from the structure on Putnam Street in the city’s Frog Hollow section. On arrival smoke and flames were observed. Members made quick work of the fire and brought it under control in a short time.

- Fire News photo by iJm ePru ta

3-Alarmer in Waltham On the afternoon of January 1, 2016, the Waltham (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported fire in a taxpayer on Moody Street. Second and third alarms were ordered, bringing mutual aid to the scene. The bulk of the fire was in the rear of the building.

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Tricky Job in Woonsocket

Early American Home Fire

On January 23, 2016, Woonsocket firefighters were called to Chester Street for a possible attic fire. Companies reported nothing showing on arrival and began to investigate. Companies found fire in the walls around an electrical service panel on the third floor. A water can was used to quickly knock down the fire. Engine 2 found smoke and fire in the attic above the panel and quickly knocked that down with a handline. The fire was placed under control in an hour.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

An early morning fire on November 29, 2015, gutted the oldest home in Monroe. The fire, in the early 1700s farm house, would bring volunteers from five towns to help battle the blaze on Hammertown Road, which was well involved upon the arrival of the first companies. Firefighters were able to knock down the main body of fire with the initial external attack, but spent an extended period of time working to contain stubborn pockets of fire in the attic. A mutual aid ladder company from Shelton helped open the roof and get water on the fire in the attic. The residents were able to escape the fire prior to fire department arrival.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty

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Extension at New Haven 2-Alarm

On December 6, 2015, New Haven first-due Engine 10 responded to fire in an occupied three-story, wood frame residence on Clay Street with heavy fire on the second and third floors. The battalion chief ordered a second alarm as all occupants evacuated safely. Companies made an interior attack before being backed out in favor of a quick exterior knockdown. The fire also extended to a similar style dwelling on the number four side, which was quickly brought under control. The cause of the fire was under investigation.

- Fire News photo by Glenn Duda

Occupant Burned, Home Destroyed in Putnam Early on January 5, 2016, Putnam (CT) firefighters responded to a reported house fire on Park Street. Upon arrival, firefighters found one of the building’s occupants outside the structure severely burned, as well as heavy fire rolling from the two-story wood frame multiple family dwelling. Putnam firefighters made several attempts at an aggressive interior attack, but each time they were thwarted by the stubborn, fast moving fire. Also hampering firefighting efforts, was the building’s interior layout. The dwelling, built in 1881, had been divided up into four apartments and had many walls and dividers. As the fire gained control of the building, Putnam Fire Chief Bob Campbell made the decision to withdraw firefighters and initiate a defensive fire attack. Firefighters settled in for a lengthy battle with the fire and the ice, as the mercury dipped into the single digits throughout most of the incident.

Mutual aid came from East Putnam, Attawaugan and the Community Fire Company, while Woodstock firefighters covered Putnam. One person suffered second- and third-degree burns to The cause was under investigation by Fire Marshal Norm Perron, over 50 percent of his body. He was transported to the Rhode Island who stated, the fire appeared accidental and, “a smoking apparaBurn Center by ambulance. There were no other reported injuries. tus,” may have been involved. - Fire News photo by Alan Brackett

Brockton 2-Alarm Brockton (MA) Fire Alarm received calls for a house fire in the North End of the city. Engine 3, Squad A, Engine 7 and Ladder 1 and Car 56 (Command of Acting DC Kerr) were assigned.

Engine 3 arrived and reported a 2-1/2 story wood frame house with heavy fire showing. Car 56 requested a working fire assignment and Ladder 2 and Engine 4 as the RIT were dispatched.

Upon arrival, acting-DC Kerr transmitted a second alarm with Engines 2 and 5 due. Several 2-1/2 inch lines were deployed to protect the exposures and Ladder 1’s ladder pipe and Ladder 2’s tower were used to knock down the fire. Brockton Engine 12 covered Station 1 with the Town of Easton Ladder 1. Stoughton Engine 3 covered Station 3 and Whitman Engine 2 covered Station.

- Fire News photo by Bob Myers

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Lebanon Barn Fire

On December 8, 2015, Lebanon Fire and M/A were dispatched to Tobacco Street for a barn fire, The first-due officer encountered fire in a 30 x 40 foot barn, about 1500 feet off the road. Crews laid into the yard and a draft site was set up for a tanker shuttle. Once a positive water supply was established, the fire was knocked down, but crews remained on scene for several hours for overhaul.

- Fire News photo by Robert Ladd

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Cranston Christmas 2-Alarmer

Early on Christmas morning 2015, Cranston firefighters were dispatched to a reported structure fire on Standish Avenue. While en route, dispatch notified all responding apparatus that Cranston police officers were trying to make entry into the first floor. Upon arrival, Cranston Ladder 3 called a Code Red as the first floor of the structure was fully involved. About 20 minutes into the incident, command ordered all companies out of the building and went defensive. One person was transported to Rhode Island Hospital for a laceration to the arm after jumping out of a first-floor window.

- Fire News photo by Chris Palmer

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Nice Work in Pawtucket

Pawtucket (RI) Engine 6 arrived to heavy fire venting from the first floor of an occupied 1-1/2 story wood frame dwelling on Dawson Street on December 8, 2015. A quick, coordinated, aggressive attack quickly knocked down the fire. A family dog was removed during primary searches and successfully resuscitated as bystanders watched.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Quick Job in Clinton On December 6, 2015, Clinton (MA) firefighters made quick work of a fire in an occupied dwelling on Chestnut Street. Mutual aid was called in to assist.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Unoccupied Residential Fire On January 10, 2016, Bloomfield Center and Blue Hills Fire were toned out for a reported structure fire in a unoccupied residential dwelling on Cottage Grove Road. Upon arrival, crews were met with heavy fire in an attached garage that was quickly knocked down. There was a minor injury to a firefighter; the cause of the fire was under investigation.

- Fire News photo by Stephen Hess

Warwick Apartment Damaged by Fire On January 22, 2016, Warwick firefighters responded to King Street for a refrigerator fire in an apartment. On arrival, Engine 1 found heavy fire and smoke showing from the first floor. As members stretched in, they quickly realized that the fire was spreading up the walls into the ceilings. Extra companies were requested. As conditions worsened and interior crews reported holes in the second floor, the Incident Commander ordered all companies out of the building for exterior operations. One deck gun, a ladder pipe and numerous lines poured water into the building and knocked down the heavy fire. Two firefighters were injured. An engine from West Warwick responded to the fire, while other surrounding cities provided coverage to the empty Warwick firehouses.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

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120 Displaced in Bridgeport Condo Blaze

On December 31, 2015, Bridgeport companies were dispatched to a reported car fire in an underground garage of a large four-story condominium complex on Charles Street. Upon arrival, they found multiple vehicles within the garage involved.

Companies tried to make a push but were driven back by intense heat and heavy black smoke generated from the vehicles. Multiple attempts were made to flank the fire from different directions but to no avail. Companies were pulled from the structure, and second and third alarms were ordered as the fire spread through the complex. The fire took about six hours to bring under control. One hundred and twenty residents were displaced, and a third-floor resident had to be rescued from his apartment via ladder.

One firefighter sustained burns to his ears and was treated at the scene.

- Fire News photos by Glenn Duda and Keith Muratori

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East Hampton Blaze Draws a Crowd

East Hampton (CT) firefighters responded to a house fire on Flannery Row on December 27, 2015. Many mutual aid departments assisted with manpower and tankers.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Victim Pulled from Webster Fire by Police On December 28, 2015, and elderly Webster woman narrowly escaped death as she was rescued by three Webster Police Officers during a three-alarm fire on Granite Street.

The officers entered the building in an attempt to search the multi-apartment dwelling and found an unconscious elderly woman on the first floor and removed her to Webster EMS paramedics. The woman was treated and transported to a Worcester hospital in critical condition.

Two of the police officers suffered smoke inhalation during the rescue but were treated and released. The fire, which appears to have started on the first floor, spread out the front of the three-story wood frame and climbed upward, engulfing a second story porch where a propanegrill was located. The tank’s relief valve activated, spewing fuel into the ever-growing fire. The fire totally engulfed the entire front of the building including the two front porches, and quickly raced through the balloon-framed structure. Webster firefighters also had to contend with another three-story dwelling that was severely threatened. Most of that building’s vinyl siding had melted off two sides.

Webster Fire Chief Brian Hickey struck two additional alarms. Firefighters from Dudley, Oxford, Southbridge, Douglas, and Thompson (CT) assisted Webster jakes. Early in the fire, three Dudley firefighters narrowly escaped serious injury when the second-floor porch collapsed, causing the three to exit the first floor hallway. About 30 seconds after that, the first floor porch col-

lapsed. Chief Hickey stated that there were no injuries to any firefighters or any other occupants. The fire was being investigated by the department with the assistance of the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

- Fire News photo by Alan Brackett

Complications at Lawrence Blaze Lawrence firefighters battled a fast moving two-alarm fire that swept through a Sargent Street structure on February 3, 2016.

High winds and inadequate water pressure, due to downed live power lines early in the blaze, made for difficult firefighting conditions. Crews were forced to take a defensive posture on the fire, which took 90 minutes to bring under control.

- Fire News photo by Kevin White

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Essex Recycling Center Fire

On January 6, 2016, 11 companies responded on mutual aid to a three-alarm fire that broke out at Calamari Recycling in Essex (CT). For 37 hours, over the course of three days, firefighters battled the blaze. “We must acknowledge … our brothers and sisters of the fire service. When we called out to you, you came. Often, time and time again. You came from all over, to be at our aid. You were cold, tired, sore and hungry. Yet through it all you just kept coming. Your efforts can only be described as superhuman. It mattered not what department name was written on the back of your turnout coat, we came together as one group, one team,” said Essex Fire Engine Company 1 Chief Paul Fazzino Jr. - Fire News photos by Olivia Drake and Sean Freiman

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Garage Fire in Hartford

On February 4, 2016, Hartford firefighters responded to a fire in a two-car detached garage located to the rear of a Magnolia Street address in Hartford.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Fire Damages Webster Dwelling On January 7, 2016, while on-duty Webster firefighters were investigating smoke in a local department store, the Webster Fire Alarm Office was inundated with 911 calls reporting a fire in a dwelling located on School Street. Webster Police responded and confirmed a working structure fire with flames showing from an attic window. Webster Engine 3 cleared the smoke investigation and responded. En route, a second alarm was struck by responding Webster fire officers. Webster Fire Chief Brian Hickey tasked Webster Engine 3 with putting a 2-½ inch line into operation, blitzing the fire emanating from the third story window. Dudley arrived next, and Chief Hickey assigned them to stretch a handline up the rear stairwell to attempt to access the attic fire. The fire was quickly brought under control and no injuries were reported. Crews came from Dudley, Oxford, Douglas, and Thompson (CT) to assist. The Box 4 Canteen truck from Worcester provided firefighters with much needed rehab of Gatorade, coffee and crackers.

- Fire News photo by Alan Brackett

Vacant Providence House 2-Alarmer On January 13, 2016, Providence firefighters responded to Linwood Avenue for a house fire. On arrival, nothing was evident, but upon further investigation, a fire was located in a house set back off Linwood. As companies forced entry, fire was found on all levels of the vacant house. A second alarm was transmitted bringing additional resources to the scene. Numerous handlines were stretched and operated and had the fire knocked down within 20 minutes. It was believed that squatters may have started the fire but the cause was under investigation.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

Commercial Fire in Lowell The Lowell Fire Department dispatched Engines 1, 4 and 11; Ladder 1; and Rescue 1 to Meineke Automotive on Gorham Street on December 27, 2015. Companies arrived to smoke showing from the roof of the structure and two handlines were stretched. Crews were delayed at making entry due to multiple padlocked doors. The fire was knocked down in a short amount of time.

- Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.

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Cold Fight in Thomaston Thomaston volunteers were awakened in the single digit temperatures of the morning of January 6, 2016, for the report of a motor coach on fire on High Street. The first arriving fire officer found a 40-foot motor coach well involved and the exposed garage structure and a midsize pickup truck also up in flames. An immediate call for a second alarm was struck, bringing mutual aid from the towns of Terryville, Watertown and Northfield.

Crews worked for about an hour to bring the fire under control, which appeared to be fed from the motor coach’s onboard propane tank. Multiple handlines and the town’s tower ladder were used to pump water and foam on the blaze. Unfortunately the intense fire destroyed the motor coach and pickup and badly damaged the three-bay garage and its contents.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty

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Quick Work at Newington Garage Fire

On December 9, 2015, Newington (CT) firefighters were dispatched to a report of a garage fire and, on arrival, encountered a fully involved garage, extending to a dwelling. Two lines were stretched and the fire and was knocked down in a few minutes.

- Fire News photo by Rick Kulmann

Fall River House Fire Recently, Fall River firefighters responded to Huard Street for a reported structure fire. Car 3, under the Command of District Chief William Pappas, arrived and reported smoke and fire showing from the third floor of a wood frame triple-decker.

Engine 4 attacked the fire while Ladder 2 vented the roof. The third floor and attic sustained heavy fire damage, while the first and second floors sustained water damage.

- Fire News photo by Ken Leger

Danbury Christmas 4-Alarmer Danbury firefighters responded to a four-alarm fire on Christmas Day 2015.

- Fire News photo by Griffin Stover

New Britain Fire New Britain firefighters operated at a working fire on Somerset Drive on January 3, 2016.

- Fire News photo by Jim Peruta

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2 Rescued at Newington House Fire

On January 25, 2016, Newington (CT) firefighters responded to a house fire on Pheasant Run. Members were met with heavy fire from the garage on arrival, with an injured occupant outside; a second person was rescued from inside the house. Mutual aid was requested for coverage and they were able to make a fast knockdown.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Leominster Laundromat Fire Leominster (MA) firefighters received a call for a fire in a laundromat on January 29, 2016. Deputy Chief Gary Ranno arrived on scene to smoke seeping from the doorframe with windows all darkened. Three engines, a ladder and two rescues responded to the scene. Once the company forced the door a line was stretched and the fire was contained. Crews were on the scene for about 45 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

South Windsor Truck Fire Firefighters responded to a truck fire in South Windsor on February 8, 2016.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

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New Haven 2-Alarmer

On December 15, 2015, New Haven firefighters were called to the scene of a smoky two-alarm fire on Bond Street in the city’s Hill Section. The fire started in the basement of a three-unit townhouse and extended upward into a kitchen on the first floor.

Firefighters, under the direction of Deputy Chief Thomas Quinn and Acting Battalion Chief Mark Vendetto, moved quickly to stop flames from spreading to the upper floors of the two-story wood frame structure. The basement and the first floor were heavily damaged while the second floor sustained primarily smoke and water damage. The fire was being investigated by New Haven Fire Marshal Robert Doyle.

- Fire News photo by Doc Johnson

Taftville Car Fire Taftville firefighters recently operated at a car fire on Harland Road.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

2 Dogs Saved at East Hartford Garage Fire On December 22, 2015, firefighters responded to a garage fire on O’Connell Drive in East Hartford. Members rescued two dogs, one of which was found in the garage.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Torrington 2-Alarmer Torrington (CT) firefighters from both the career and volunteer stations responded to a two-alarm fire at an occupied apartment house located on Pythian Avenue. All occupants escaped and there were no injuries reported. Mutual aid came from Harrwinton.

- Fire News photo by Ed Harvey

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Worker Severely Injured at Providence Fire

On December 16, 2015, while performing remodeling work on a Pearl Street home, a lift came in contact with an overhead power line, causing massive injuries to one person and setting the house on fire. A still box went out for the house fire and on arrival, Engine 10 reported a Code Red for a fire on the top floor and a worker with severe electrical injuries. The worker was rushed by Providence Rescue to nearby Rhode Island Hospital with lifethreatening injuries. Two lines were placed in service by arriving firefighters and the fire was quickly knocked down. The incident was under investigation by members of the Providence Fire Prevention Bureau, as well as OSHA. - Fire News photo Tom Carmody

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Worker Medevac’d

On January 14, 2016, Sutton first responders received a call for a man who had fallen 20 feet off a ladder at a home construction site on Central Turnpike. Due to the seriousness of the man’s injuries he was flown to the nearest trauma center. Life Flight handled the medevac.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

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He Was Doing What on Where?

Worcester firefighters were called to Elm Park on January 16, 2016, for a report of a man who attempted to ride his bicycle across a pond. Although only a few feet deep, the pond — because of the fluctuating temperatures in New England this winter — had unstable ice. Firefighters were able to throw a rope to the man and pull him to safety. Firefighters in cold water rescue suits then arrived and removed the bicycle so no civilians would attempt to remove it.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Chemical Spill in Woonsocket Woonsocket firefighters responded to the YMCA on Federal Street for a heavy chlorine odor in the pool area on February 9, 2016.

Crews found high readings of chlorine in a storage room adjacent to the pool. There also was a spill of an unknown product on the floor.

The OIC escalated the call to a full HAZMAT response. The Woonsocket HazMat Team and North Providence Decon Team responded to assist. The North Providence Decon set up a washing station and tent in the rear parking lot near the pool exit.

The three-man team of HazMat techs exited with samples of the spilled product, which was determined to be a mixture of acids and sodium hypochlorite. The building was properly ventilated and metered prior to be turned over to the YMCA staff. No injuries were reported.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Leicester Overturn Leicester police received a call for an erratic operator on Main Street (Route 9) in the early morning of February 7, 2016. When police arrived they found a pickup truck overturned. The operator had minor injuries. Firefighters had to remove the windshield to extricate a person from the vehicle.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Thomaston MVA On December 27, 2015, Thomaston volunteers responded to Route 8 south for an MVA with possible injuries. Units arrived to find a car, which had gone off the road and down an embankment, with one person requiring extrication. Crews had to clear several small trees before attempting to extract the person.

Firefighters used hydraulic tools to take off the door and the victim was brought up in a Stokes basket. The victim who appeared to have non-life threatening injuries was transported

by Thomaston EMS to a local hospital.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty

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Rollover in Duxbury

Taftville MVA

On January 12, 2016, the Duxbury Fire Department responded to a rollover on the Route 3 northbound off-ramp to Exit 11 (Route 14). Engine 1, Ambulance 1 and Car 4-2 responded. Companies arrived to find a single vehicle overturned, with the occupants out.

- Fire News photo by Pat Travers

Taftville MVA during a snowstorm on February 5, 2016.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

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Leominster Hazardous Materials Drill

Leominster firefighters work at donning their quick-response suits during a hazardous materials drill.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Andover Ice Rescue Training

The Andover Fire Department recently conducted an ice rescue refresher on Haggetts Pond only days after three ice fisherman were rescued by AFD personnel on Fields Pond in Harold Parker State Forest.

- Fire News photo by Kevin White

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Ice Water Rescue Training Ops

On January 26, 2016, Bridgeport Fire Department’s Rescue 5 start- Evolutions involved training with the Marsars Rescue Sling and ed its seasonal Ice Water Rescue Training Ops at Lake Forest. Rescue Sled.

- Fire News drone photo by Keith Muratori

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Haddam Juniors Fundraiser

On December 12, 2015, Haddam Volunteer Fire Company’s Junior Division hosted a Fill-the-Boot drive in Higganum (CT).

The group raised $741 to benefit the Haddam Killingworth High School’s 27th annual Holiday Show Telethon, which is raising funds and awareness for the Children’s Tumor Foundation.

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

Keeping Kids Warm in Manchester On November 30, 2015, Manchester (CT) IAFF Local 1579 members participated in Firefighters Coats for Kids/Operation Warmth. A golf tournament was held to raise money along with donations from Highland Park Market, Trinks Brothers Oil, Manchester Federal Credit Union with support from Manchester Fire Rescue EMS Department, the Board of Education and Family Resources.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Leominster’s Preville Retires Leominster (MA) Group 3 Engine 2 Chauffeur Donald ‘Coach’ Preville retired after 32 years of service with the city. Here, pictured with some of the crew from his group wishing him good luck in his retirement.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Fired Up and Ready to Roll A monumental day in Worcester fire history as its 1939 Ahrens Fox started up for the first time in over 30 years. A group of dedicated antique apparatus historians were able to get the Fox running again. With the help of a local towing company, the truck, which served as Engine 11, was transported to a storage facility where more restoration will be undertaken.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

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Worcester Warehouse Firefighters Remembered

On December 3, 2015, the Worcester (MA) Fire Department held a memorial for the six Worcester firefighters who died in the line of duty on December 3, 1999, in the Worcester Cold Storage Warehouse fire. The ceremony was held at the Franklin Street Fire Station, which is on the site where the warehouse was located.

- Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan

Taryn Blundell, granddaughter of Worcester Fire District Chief Tim Gardell, takes a moment to see, up close, the Worcester 6 Firefighter Memorial outside the Franklin Street firehouse during the 16th anniversary ceremony.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Name Thomas Spencer Paul Brotherton Timothy Jackson Jeremiah Lucey James Lyons Joseph McGuirk

Age 42 41 51 38 34 38

Hometown Worcester, MA Auburn, MA Hopedale, MA Leicester, MA Worcester, MA Worcester, MA

Company Ladder 2 Rescue 1 Ladder 2 Rescue 1 Engine 3 Engine 3

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Birthday Wish Granted

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Leominster firefighters brightened the day of an 8-year old by showing up for his birthday. The boy, who has Aspberger's Syndrome, was asked by his mother if he wanted a birthday party and his answer was no. All he wanted was to meet a firefighter, police officer and a solider. The mother put that request on Facebook when it came to the attention of the Mayor. He then put out the word to the department heads and it was all that it took.

Firefighters from Group 2 went down and gave him a helmet and the chance to meet his heroes. He also got a few gifts along with a fire teeshirt. He was also surprised by a few police officers and the K-9 dog Justice and a solider. The boy who recently completed surgery on both his feet (common with kids with this disease) had his wish fullfilled.

The party was held at a local hall with his family and friends. It was a great success.

- Fire News photos by Scott LaPrade

Santa in Leominster Leominster firefighters hosted Santa Claus for their annual children’s party at the Central Firehouse. Firefighters and their families watched Santa arrive on the ladder truck and then received a gift from Santa.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Donnie Tyrseck Honored for 50 Years Service During the East Haddam Fire Department’s annual dinner on January 9, 2016, Firefighter Donnie Tyrseck was honored for 50 years of volunteer service to the company. Chief Brian Auld and Deputy Chief Shawn Daigle presented Tyrseck with an achievement award and EHFD sweatshirt.

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

Haddam Juniors Fully Staffed Haddam Volunteer Fire Company’s Junior Division is now at full capacity with 10 members! The Junior Division welcomes Haddam (CT) area residents between the ages of 14 and 17 years old. Juniors — the future of the fire service — participate in meetings, training, drills, community activities and assist firefighters at fire and medical calls.

During the December 7, 2015, monthly meeting, the Juniors assembled for a group photo. (Top row, from left): Charlie Kowal, Zach Ouellette and Adam Massicott. (Bottom, from left): Ej Adametz, Leif Munzner, Carmin Rubino, Hannah Stankiewicz, Kaleb Mislick, Wyatt Bates and Connor Monroe.

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

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No Shave November

Firefighters from Pawtucket, Central Falls, Lincoln, East Providence and North Providence once again grew mustaches for “No Shave November.” Team Smally Wanna’ B’s collected $3,526 for men’s health awareness. The shave-off was held in Pawtucket at Quinn’s Irish Pub on Benefit Street on December 8, 2015.

- Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle

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Leominster: It Took 3-Years But It Was Worth It

The City of Leominster took delivery of their new 2015 Pierce 105-foot aerial ladder on December 30, 2015. On hand for the purchase was U.S. Congressman James McGovern, Mayor Dean Mazzerella and members of the City Council.

Chief of Department Robert Sideleau II stated how happy and honored the department was to get this ladder, which was purchased through a grant, which City Grants Administrator Wendy Wilks wrote. The grant of $850,500 was received in June 2014 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) while the balance of $94,500 was covered by the city. Wilks stated the grant was a very competitive; the city submitted for it twice, but was denied both times.

Congressman McGovern who supported the grant said, “It’s a testament to the way the grant was put together, but it’s also a testament to the team they have here.” McGovern added that the grant was the largest awarded in New England by FEMA last year.

- Fire News photos by Scott LaPrade

(Left to right): Chief Robert Sideleau II, Mayor Dean Mazzerella, Congressman McGovern and members of the City Council address members of the department and guests.

A Baltic Fire Thanksgiving On November 18, 2015, for the fifth time, Thanksgiving meals were provided for those in the community by members of the Baltic Fire Engine Company # 1 and the Baltic Fire Ladies Auxiliary. The event’s cost is completely covered by the Baltic Fire members. Sixty-five people signed up for this year’s dinner. The Sayles School preschool’s Mrs. Turban’s class, as last year, provided the desserts. Baltic members — with money provided by ambulance billing — prepared eight 12-pound turkeys, 50 pounds of potatoes, 18 pounds of vegetables and 20 pounds of hamburger for French meat stuffing. Some 20 turkeys and oven stuffer roasters, along with cooking pans, were also given to those in need.

- Fire News photo by Reg Patchell

Baltic Fire’s 2015 Santa Run Santa traveled through the villages of Baltic, Versailles and Hanover getting and giving a lot of hugs and passing out approximately 500 boxes of candy to all of the children (and some parents) who came aboard to visit with Santa. At certain special stops Santa departed his sleigh (supplied

by Baltic Fire Engine Company #1) to visit those unable to hop aboard.

- Fire News photo by Reg Patchell

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Simsbury Holiday Parade

The Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company kicked off the holiday season this year with their annual fire truck parade though the center of town. With over two dozen fire and emergency apparatus on display, this night continues to be a much anticipated event.

- Fire News photos by Stephen Hess

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Berlin Mourns Loss of Retired Fire Chief Robert Tervo

On Saturday February 13, 2016, the Town of Berlin, MA paid their respects to Retired Fire Chief Robert Tervo. Chief Tervo passed away suddenly at a local hospital after falling ill at home.

For many years he worked for the Massachusetts State Police, first as a Trooper and later as a Detective. Previously, he worked as a lineman for the former New England Power Co. As a teenager, he joined the Berlin Fire Department, eventually serving as Fire Chief, before retiring in 2006, after 47 years. He continued to serve on the Board of Fire Engineers for another 10 years, retiring in February of 2016. In addition, he worked as a Federal Court Security Officer in both Boston and Worcester, and for several years at both Fahey Exhibits, and Coldwell Lumber. Lastly, he worked as Chief of Security at Spooky World, in Berlin and in Foxborough, a job he truly enjoyed.

- Fire News photos by Scott LaPrade

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NEAFC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AT 2016 EXPO The New England Association of Fire Chiefs (NEAFC) is excited to announce an expanded Professional Development Program at their 2016 NEAFC Fire - Rescue - EMS Exposition that will be held at the Foxwood’s Resort Casino in Connecticut, Thursday, June 23, Friday, June 24, and Saturday, June 25, 2016.

Thursday, June 23 will feature four educational program tracks.

Participants may select one of the four program tracks, each of which will be full day program.

The first offering will feature a Chief Officer track that will target current chief officers and aspiring chief officers. The second offering will feature a Company Officer track that will target company officers and those seeking future promotion. The third offering will feature a Company Officer/Firefighter track, which will be geared towards operational issues on the fire ground. Finally, the fourth offering will feature an EMS Educational track geared towards a full day of EMS skills training.

Friday, June 24 will feature a keynote speaker in the morning and educational breakout sessions in the afternoon. The morning keynote speaker is Keni Thomas, an Army Ranger involved in the “Black Hawk Down” Mission. Keni’s motivational speech on leadership

and teamwork will inspire all who attend, as he is a nationally renowned presenter receiving high praise from the hundreds of audiences he has spoken to.

Friday’s afternoon breakout sessions will include six current hot topics involving today’s fire and emergency services.

Participants will be able to attend any one of the six breakout sessions.

Saturday, June 25, will again feature a keynote speaker in the morning and educational breakout sessions in the afternoon. The morning keynote speaker is Ray McCormack, from the New York City Fire Department who has been a well-received keynote speaker at several nationally recognized fire service conferences. Ray will speak quite frankly on today’s fire service issues and give the audience a real world presentation of the topics that truly face the fire service but many times nobody wants to talk about.

Saturday’s afternoon breakout sessions will include the same six current hot topics involving today’s fire and emergency services that were presented on Friday. Participants will be able to attend any one of the six breakout sessions. This second offering on Saturday will allow participants to attend a session that they were unable to make on Friday.

KEYSTONE FIREFIGHTER CONFERENCE JULY 15-17, 2016

The Keystone Firefighter Conference has announced that Lila Gillespie will be taking on the role of booth and sponsorship sales for the Keystone Firefighter Conference. If your company is interested in exhibiting, contact Lila at lila@keystonefirefighterconference.com or 877-532-6792, ext. 703.

The Keystone Firefighter Conference will take place July 15-17, 2016, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, and will feature Exhibits, Training, Junior Firefighter Competition, Fire Truck Rodeo, and a Chili Cook-Off.

BRIAN BLINN JOINS MINERVA

VET FIREFIGHTER & EMT BRINGS EXPERIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING TO MINERVA Minerva, the leading cleaner of firefighter and EMT apparel in North America, is proud to announce that Brian Blinn joined the company as Director of Sales and Business Development. Brian brings 12 years of experience as Vice-President of Sales at Honeywell First Responder Products and as a firefighter/EMT in the State of Ohio.

A graduate of The Ohio State University, Brian is recognized in the fire service industry as a leading authority on the science behind bunker gear design, use, cleaning and care. As a 13-year veteran of the fire service as a firefighter and EMT, Brian also has a unique and first-hand understanding of the importance of keeping bunker and EMT gear clean to minimize health risks and maximize performance.

During his time with Honeywell, Brian serviced departments from the largest major metros to smaller rural and suburban squads. His years and breadth of experience working with all types and sizes of department is a real asset for Minerva and Minerva’s customers.

Brian can be reached at Brian.blinn@bunkergearcleaners.com.

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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 do 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.

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 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

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.

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 five minutes before serving.

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

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Up Close & Personal

A chaotic morning shift change for New Haven Firefighters while responding to a fire in the Hill section of the city.

- Fire News photo by Glenn Duda

Members of Providence Engine 13 at the scene of a January 25, 2016, house fire.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

Worcester firefighters at a December 2015 fire on Gates Street - Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Deep River (CT) Fire Department Firefighter Kevin Brewer takes a break during a three-alarm fire in Essex, at which his company was providing mutual aid.

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East Hartford firefighters after saving two dogs during a recent house fire on O’Connell Drive.

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Sutton (MA) Car 1 firefighter at a two-story blaze on Wheelock Road on January 31, 2016.

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Up Close & Personal

On January 25, 2016, Oxford firefighters were called to a local tractor-trailer repair facility. Auburn firefighters, pictured here, were called in for mutual aid. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea

North Smithfield (RI) firefighters were called to Greene Street on January 23, 2016.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

On January 23, 2016, Manchester (CT) firefighters responded to American Legion Drive for a report of a basement fire at the American Legion Hall.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

(From left): Firefighters Avi Burg and Tom Shipman, and Deputy Chief Jeremy Adametz from Killingworth (CT) Volunteer Fire Company, at a January 6, 2016, fire in Essex at which they provided mutual aid. - Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

Saugus Fire Lt. Hughes at a recent 3-alarm fire on Essex Street.

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Hartford (CT) firefighters at a structure fire on Putnam Street in the city’s Frog Hollow section.

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