Fire News New York State, May 2023

New Training Facility Goes Up in Flames

Rotterdam Fire District 2 found their brand new training facility in flames.

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Heavy Fire on Arrival

Buffalo firefighters were called to Person and Schlenker streets for fire in a 1-1/2 story, unoccupied wood frame.

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Hoarder Home Catches Fire

Firefighters battled a house fire on Dean Street and Baker Avenue.

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Williamsburg 4-Alarmer

Afour-alarm blaze on Hewes Street in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, burned out of control for nearly four hours.

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Afternoon House Fire in Delanson

Firefighters battled a house fire on West Shore Road in the village of Delanson.

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Ogden Avenue Blaze

Units arrived to heavy fire conditions from two vacant private dwellings just after 0110.

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Are You Qualified to Drive? From the Editor’s Desk

Several years ago, my fire department asked me to become involved with their driver qualification committee. Having served as a certified NYS Driver Education Instructor for 20-years, I felt I would enjoy being part of our Emergency Vehicle Operation course. So, for two full days I attended EVOC training that was provided through my department's insurance company. When I returned home, our chief set up a full committee to implement following the guidelines set forth by VFIS. The recommended guidelines included classroom time, a competency course, and a road course.

The training started with in-class instruction. Our insurance company provided us with a thumb drive that contained numerous videos and lessons for presentation to our students. I should point out that even our seasoned drivers had to participate in the class. It was the seasoned drivers who added and shared their experiences with the younger drivers. Their real-life experiences added realism to the in-class lesson. It should also be noted that this course was to be given every other year. Our committee decided that since new drivers were always being added to the list, we would present an updated lesson throughout the year at department meetings.

In addition to classroom learning, all drivers had to take the EVOC (Emergency Vehicle

Operator Course). This course soon became known as the “cone-course.” Since we marked the parking lot with paint, it was easy to set up the cone course throughout the year. Once the member finished the EVOC course, we left the parking lot to go on a road course. The course challenged the thought process of the driver. Our fire district has a few railroad crossings and railroad overhead tracks that have the maximum height requirement marked on the overpass. We made it a point to stop and take note of the maximum height requirement. Since our vehicles are marked in plain sight with that measurement in the cab of the truck, students know they must share that measurement with the evaluator.

In general, the course we set up was approved by our Board of Fire Commissioners. We are into this program for several years now, and we are continually tweaking the program so it stays current. If a driver leaves the department and comes back a few years later, it is easy to take a standardized road-test to re-familiarize the driver on the trucks on which he used to be qualified. Usually, the individual is fine with the operation and handling of the vehicle. Remember that all emergency vehicle operators should take EVOC. I also encourage officers to take the VFIS course to Train the Trainer.

Are we finished? Well not exactly. EVOC is

a program that shows the chauffer how to safely operate the piece of equipment that is being driven. PERIOD! Further training is needed to learn how to safely operate at a working call. What 's next? Read John Salka’s article on The Engine Company Chauffer: Part 1 The article is in the July 1997 Firehouse Magazine

Getting our responders safely to a call is important. Knowing what to do when you arrive on scene is equally as important.

Drive Safe!

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New Training Facility Goes Up in Flames

On April 1, 2023, volunteers from Rotterdam Fire District 2 didn’t have to travel farto battle a reported structure fire. As first units arrived to theirCurry Road fire hall they found theirbrand new training facility in flames. The building was close to completion

when the incident occurred. They were assisted at the scene by volunteers from Carman, South Schenectady and Schonowee. One firefighterwas treated by EMS at the scene. No cause was immediately given.

- Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber

Structure Fire on Meigs Street

On March 1, 2023, Rochesterfirefighters were dispatched to a fire on Meigs Street. On arrival, crews were faced with heavy fire blowing out the front of a store and running up the side of the four-story building. Crews worked diligently to get wateron the fire to quick-

ly knock down the heavy flames before entering the store. The fire was put undercontrol shortly thereafter.

- Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com

5-Alarm Warehouse Fire in Rochester

On March 14, 2023, Rochesterfirefighters responded to Otis Street forthe report of smoke coming from a building. First units arrived to find heavy smoke and fire showing from a large block-long warehouse. Lines were quickly stretched and an aggressive interior attack was attempted. Due to the extremely heavy fire load, command quickly switched to a defensive operation moving ladders into position early fora masterstream operation. Command struck multiple extra alarms bringing in more manpowerto the scene. The well-advanced fire was fueled by numerous pallets being stored in

the building which backed up to Rogers Street where second alarm companies battled furiously to protect homes and garages in immediate danger. Although the wind was against the crews on scene, the Rochesterfirefighters were able to hold the fire to the building of origin and save all the homes and structures on Rogers Street. The fire in the warehouse burned forhours as crews faced severe water pressure issues.

- Fire News photos by PuckStopperPhotography.com

FF’s Home Basement Fire

Chimney Fire in Lake Casse

Afew hours before sunrise on March 19, 2023, Vischers Ferry was called to a structure fire on Sugarhill Road. The residential home belonged to one of theirown members who was home at the time. The fire began in the basement where a heating lamp was being used to keep some chicks warm. The homeownerand his wife were able to escape from the basement where theirbedroom was and rescue theirchildren who were on the main floor. Vischers Ferry requested assistance from Rexford, Clifton Park, Jonesville and Malta Ridge fora portable pool and tankers. The Boght Fire Department was called in forthe FASTas all firefighters were instructed to evacuate the structure and fight from the exterior. The house was engulfed but all occupants were able to escape.

- Fire News photo by Lori Washburn

Recently, the Mahopac Fire Department was dispatched to Overlook Road in the Lake Casse section of the district fora chimney fire. Rolling out with two tanker/pumpers and a laddertruck, crews arrived in minutes right behind Assistant Chief Kyle Tril las. Taking the role of IC, Chief Trillas sent a crew to the roof to check forspread of fire to the upperarea as othercrews were dispatched to check the interiorforany sign of extension. Crews began to pack up within a half-hourinto the call and returned to quarters.

- Fire News photo by Jack Casey, PIO

1 Fatality in 7-Story Yonkers Co-op Fire

On March 8, 2023, shortly before 0100, Yonkers crews including fire, police and EMS responded to a residential building fire i n a seven-story, 95-unit housing cooperative on Bronx RiverRoad. Upon arrival, members of the Yonkers Fire and Police immediately began rescue, firefighting, traffic and crowd control operations. Residents were evacuated, and approximately 65 persons were sheltered in the Scotti Community Centernorth of the fire scene with the assistance of the Office of Emergency Management and othercity agencies. Fire departments from otherjurisdictions assisted with mutual aid to combat the general alarm fire which was brought undercontrol hours later. Dozens of firefighters and

several residents suffered non-life-threatening injuries; sadly, a 67-year-old male resident of a fourth-floorapartment succumbed to injuries. An arson investigation yielded that the fire started in a first-floorapartment thought to have been caused by an electric heating lamp used to cultivate six marijuana plants. Evidence recovered at scene and statements from the resident led investigators to believe that the lamp detached from its hanging support and broke, sparked on the floorstarting the fire. Upon discovering the fire, the resident proceeded to raise the alarm and alert his neighbors.

- Fire News photos by Michael Messar

Garage Fire Extends in Campbell Hall

On March 29, 2023, the Campbell Hall Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire in a garage at a home on Birchwood Court. Campbell Hall Car-1 arrived and advised of a fully involved garage fire extending into the house. Campbell Hall and Montgomery resounded the alarm and a second alarm was transmitted formutual aid to the scene. Fire departments from Maybrook, Vails Gate,

Coldenham, Washingtonville, South Blooming Grove, Montgomery, Cornwall, Goshen, Woodbury, Washingtonville-Monroe responded. After50 minutes, the fire was knocked down and crews performed overhaul operations and extinguished any hot spots.

- Fire News photos by Robert McCormick and Gary Hearn

Heavy Fire on Arrival

Buffalo firefighters were called to Person and Schlenkerstreets for fire in a 1-1/2 story, unoccupied wood frame. Units arrived to heavy fire conditions throughout the structure and went into a defensive operation. Asecond alarm was transmitted formanpowerand a waterrelay. The fire was brought undercontrol without incident. - Fire News photos by Donald Kilianski

And AnotherE-Bike Fire

St. Albans Dwelling

Fire

Hampered by Clutter

Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire in an E-scootershop on Jamaica Avenue on March 13, 2023. Engine Company 294 and LadderCompany 142 gave a 10-75 forheavy fire in King E-Bike Store. Units removed overa 100 E-bikes from the shop. The fire extended to an apartment building and Hazmat 1 was special called to remove the batteries from the bikes.

Collapse of VeneerWall at Glendale Blaze

FDNYcompanies from Queens battled a wind-blown, four-alarm blaze in a single-story commercial building on Metropolitan Avenue in Glendale on March 8, 2023. Heavy smoke and fire were visible on arrival at an auto parts store and units quickly set up for an interiorattack. Wind conditions and a heavy fire load caused the blaze to rapidly advance to two alarms. Exterioroperations were put into place with towerladders and multiversals set up to douse the flames. During the incident, there was a partial collapse of a brick veneerwall on the exposure fourside, but members and apparatus had been positioned outside the collapse zone and there were no reported injuries. It took units most of the day to bring the fire undercontrol.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FDNYcompanies in the St. Albans section of Queens battled a private dwelling fire on 170th Street on March 16, 2023. Heavy clutterthroughout the residence hampered fire and overhaul operations.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

4-Alarm Fire in Queens

- Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

On March 8, 2023, an all-hands was transmitted forheavy smoke in the street from a one-story commercial auto parts store on Metropolitan Avenue. Multiple explosions were heard throughout the building. At the height of the fire fourtowerladders were placed into operation. -Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

Vacant House Fire in Rochester

Salamanca 2-Alarmer

On the afternoon of March 17, 2023, Rochesterfirefighters were dispatched to Avenue Afora house fire. On arrival, companies found heavy smoke and fire showing from a dwelling and struck a working fire. Crews worked fast to de-board the home and make entry, quickly knocking down the fire.

- Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com

Salamanca City Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 0813 on March 13, 2023. First arriving firefighters found heavy smoke and fire coming from the house. All off-duty Salamanca firefighters were called in to battle the blaze. Additionally, a second alarm was sounded and mutual aid brought in from City of Bradford (PA), Seneca Nation, Great Valley, Kill Buck and Allegany. There were no injuries. Firefighters were on the scen e for fourhours and 45 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Jay K. Bradish

Hoarder Home Catches Fire

On March 14, 2023, Niskayuna Fire District 1 firefighters battled a house fire on Dean Street and BakerAvenue. With mutual aid from the City of Schenectady, it was decided to go defensive due to the extreme hoarding conditions encountered. The sole occupant of the home escaped unharmed. Niskayuna Fire District 2 volunteers also assisted at the scene. - Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber

Fire News Photog PeterBarber- On the Road

In February, Fire News photographerPeterBarbervisited Detroit with his camera and caught this fire. Detroit firefighters fought a typical all-hands fire in a vacant single-family home on Liberal Avenue afterfire was reported shortly after0500. Defensive opera-

tions were put into effect and the concentration of efforts were protecting a neighboring home on the C side of the dwelling.

- Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber

Garage Fire in Irondequoit Stopped

were able to stop the fire before it could spread to the living areas of the home.

Irondequoit firefighters were dispatched to Carry Lane fora report of smoke coming from a home. On arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from an attached garage. Crews worked hard and

- Fire News photos by PuckStopperPhotography.com

Fire Extensively Damages Home

On March 31, 2023, Canajoharie and Fort Plain volunteerfirefighters responded to a late afternoon house fire on State Route 10 in the Town of Palatine, 45 miles west of Schenectady. First responders on scene reported heavy smoke in the rearof the structure. The homeownerwas not home at the time and no injuries were reported forthe blaze. The cause was underinvestigation.

- Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber

CarBurns in Restaurant Parking Lot

DehumidifierBurns

On February 28, 2023, Schenectady firefighters battled a carfire in the Popeye’s Restaurant parking lot on Albany Street during a recent snow storm. All occupants escaped safely and no cause was given.

Midway, Stanford Heights and Colonie Village responded to a garage fire in Midway’s Fire District. The fire began in the basement/garage area of single-story home when a dehumidifiermalfunctioned and caught fire. Stanford Heights arrived first and was able to extinguish the fire, quickly saving the home from other than smoke damage.

- Fire News photo by Peter R. Barber

- Fire News photo by Lori Washburn

Fire in East New York

Williamsburg 4-Alarmer

FDNYcompanies in the East New York section of Brooklyn battled a fire in a private dwelling on Fountain Avenue on February 22, 2023. - Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

ClutterHampers Fight in Corona

Afour-alarm blaze on Hewes Street in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, burned out of control fornearly fourhours on February 21, 2023. FDNYofficials say the fire was reported just before 1100 in a single-story commercial occupancy housing a lumberstorage facility. The fire quickly spread to an adjoining three-story building. More than 100 firefighters were on the scene to bring the blaze undercontrol. - Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Fatality at Crown Heights Blaze

Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire on St. James Avenue in Corona on February 25, 2023. Units encountered heavy fire on the first floor, which traveled via the walls to the second floorand attic. Units were hampered by a heavy cluttercondition as members operated to extinguish the fire. - Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

Aresident was killed during an apartment fire on Union Street in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights section. Battalion 38 transmitted a 1075 forfire on a second-floorapartment. Units operated at the scene on February 27, 2023. - Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

Home Burns in Rochester

In the afternoon of February 27, 2023, Rochesterfirefighters were dispatched to Portland Avenue fora structure fire. On arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from the roof of a single-story building. As engine companies stretched lines, truck crews worked

to gain entry to the building. Crews would find a basement fire which, once accessed, was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photos by PuckStopperPhotography.com

Riley Road Attic Fire

Possible Lithium Battery Fire

The Vails Gate Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Riley Road on March 4, 2023. Firefighters arrived to fire in the attic area. Asecond alarm was sounded, bringing in Newburgh and Washingtonville. Firefighters stretched handlines and knocked the fire down. - Fire News photo by Robert McCormick

In February 2023, FDNYcompanies in Manhattan battled a topfloorfire on Ninth Avenue nearWest 51st Street. Alithium battery may have been the cause of the fire.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Beukendaal Bowling Tournament

Beukendaal Fire Department held its annual FirefighterBowling t ournament on St. Patrick’s Day evening and weekend. The event brings many local departments togetherto participate in an enjoyable event. - Fire News photos by Lori

Washburn

Afternoon House Fire in Delanson

Recently, firefighters battled a house fire on West Shore Road in the village of Delanson afterfire was reported. Flames crawled up the outside of the A-B cornerand into the cockloft. Tankers from

Cobleskill, Duanesburg, Central Bridge and Rotterdam Fire District 2 responded on mutual aid. No injuries were reported for the incident. - Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber

RiverRoad Head-on with Serious Injuries

Busy Day in the Boroughs

On March 16, 2023, the New WindsorPolice Department responded to the area of RiverRoad fora report of a two-carMVA. Upon arrival, officers discovered a head-on collision had occurred, causing several serious injuries. An operatorof one of the vehicles involved was trapped inside the vehicle and had to be extricated and subsequently airlifted to WestchesterMedical Center. New WindsorVolunteerhandled the extrication and Vails Gate assisted in establishing n LZ. Fourothersubjects were transported via New WindsorVolunteerAmbulance Corps and Cornwall Volunteer Ambulance Corps to St. Luke’s Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Bob McCormick

While othercompanies were fighting a four-alarm blaze in northern Queens, a three-alarm fire broke out in two private dwellings on 171st Place in the Jamaica section of southern Queens on March 20, 2023. Heavy fire was evident on arrival, and companies from the Bronx and Brooklyn were called to the scene. The cause of the blaze was being investigated.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

12 Apartments Damaged by Flushing 4-Alarmer

FDNYunits throughout the City of New York battled a four-alarm blaze in an occupied multiple dwelling on Franklin Avenue in the Flushing section of Queens on March 20, 2023. Asecond alarm was

transmitted shortly afterarrival fora fire in the cockloft. It was reported that 12 apartments suffered serious damage.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

NFAROTChelps Winona Lake forEaster

The Winona Lake Fire Department held theirfirst Easter breakfast recently. The ROTC of Newburgh Free Academy (NFA), assisted and served and cleaned up. One memberdressed up like the EasterBunny.

- Fire News photos by Vinnie Dominic

NAVRAEXTRICATION TRAINING

MAY24-26, 2023 ATSUBARU PARK, CHESTER, PA

The North American Vehicle Rescue Association (NAVRA) will present Patient-Centered Extrication Training, taking place at Subaru Park, in Chester, PA, on May 24 to May 26, 2023. The training features a two-day workshop on skills and tactics as well as a Q&A with technical, medical, and command assessors. This will be followe d by a one-day mini rescue challenge. This will be the first time NAVRAtraining will take place in the Northeast, providing an opportunity for emergency responders up and down the East Coast to get involved in this impactful and fun event.

Subaru of America, Inc., ESI Equipment, Inc., Turtle Plastics and Fire News are proud to sponsor NAVRA’s Patient-Centered Extrication Training at Subaru Park. Extrication Teams involved in the training play a vital role in the operational objective and function as their agency’s liaison with the vast networking opportunities associated with these extrication challenges.

NAVRA’s experienced industry expert members work tirelessly to train all of our emergency responders with innovative techniques, advanced equipment, and authentic competitions — all of which are based on the NFPA1670 guidelines and exceed the State of Florida for Fire Service Instructors standards. Fortunately, we’re able to do this by integrating corporate support into public service and subsidizing training costs.

This is a free event for all. You can participate in the traini ng and competition or just be an observer. This training seminar is focused on the Team Challenge Concept, and is ideal for potential extricat ion teams and departments that are interested in forming teams to l earn new skills and techniques from leaders in the field. What is le arned can be brought back and shared with their departments to improve skills and decreases rescue times.

Teams will consist of six to eight people: a captain, medical t eam, and a technical team. All scenarios are run with live patients in the vehicles. The training will be three days, split as follows:

-Day 1: Educate participants on extrication options through multivehicle scenario using current model Subaru vehicles. An instructor and an assessor for each discipline will be with the team guiding and coaching. At the close of day one, the team will work a multi-vehicle scenario through completion.

-Day 2: Using learnings and scenarios from day one, teams will perform a live scenario without stops while the Instructor Team evaluates performance. The instructor team will hold a debrief with the team and cover important learning points in incident command, technical rescue and medical treatment.

-Day 3: The culmination of the event will be the Rescue Challenge. Each Team will perform a live scenario under Rescue Challenge conditions, without stops, while the instructor team evaluates performance. Multi-vehicle scenarios utilizing current model Subaru vehicles will provide top-level training that teams can bring back to their departments. Day 3 spectators are welcome to watch the challenge activities and enjoy food trucks , music and other local attractions. To sign up for this event or to lean more visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navra-training-seminar- tickets-568671591037.

NAVRAis a non-profit organization committed to preparing today’s rescuers for tomorrow.

For more information on North American Vehicle Rescue Association (NAVRA) visit www.navraus.org.

LIGHTTHE NIGHT FOR FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS

This May, a grateful Nation honors its fallen fire service heroes during the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend-the official national tribute to those firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. This national event, which has been held every October in the past, has been moved to May. As in years past, we are asking landmarks, buildings, families, and fire departments across the country to participate in “Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters.” Thank you so much!!

Donna Clark Marketing & Communications National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Wortman Avenue 3rd-FloorFire

Battalion 39 transmitted a 10-75 forheavy smoke pushing from a third-floorapartment at the Linden Boulevard Houses on Wortman Avenue. Members used two hoselines to knock down the fire. Searches through the apartment were negative.

Ogden Avenue Blaze

3 Alarms Needed in Astoria

Firefighters battled a four-alarm fire on Ogden Avenue in the Bronx on March 22, 2023. Units arrived to heavy fire conditions from two vacant private dwellings just after0110. Units used four hoselines and two towerladders to knock down the fire.

Engine Company 260, TowerLadder160 and the Rescue Battalion gave a 10-75 forheavy fire in the rearof a single-story commercial building on 31st Street on March 29, 2023. Members used four hoselines and a towerladderto knock down the main body.

- Fire News photos by Lloyd Mitchell

- Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

- Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell

Wallkill’s Rig from the Past

1946 Chevrolet 90-gpm / 930-gal .of waterTanker- Retired - Wallkill, NY. - Fire News photo by Stephen Lenz