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In this issue... 3-Alarm Condo Fire in Bushnell’s Basin First arriving companies found smoke showing from a multi-unit condo and struck a working fire. See story on page 5
Flames Break Out in Delmar Smoke was reported coming from the roof area of a residence. See story on page 9
Mamaroneck House Fire On arrival, companies found heavy fire showing from the top floor of a home. See story on page 17
Shifting Load Causes Big Rig to Flip South Schenectady firefighters worked to secure a tractor trailer which rolled onto its side. See story on page 24
“Ginger Bread House” a Total Loss Portable ponds were set up and thousands of gallons of water had to be trucked to the scene. See story on page 26
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Be Prepared for Change A few days before Mother’s Day, I was visited by a friend. As I saw him walking up my driveway, I realized he was carrying a box from a bakery. That’s typical for a firefighter. I am sure you heard the expression, “knock with your elbows!” This is a saying that is a tradition among firefighters, especially when you visit a firehouse. If you were a firefighter during the War Years (what the entire decade of the 1970s came to be called), you may know this gentleman. His nickname when he was a Lieutenant at Engine 82 in the Bronx was Robin. Captain Bob Farrell of Ladder 31 was known as Batman, and Lou Andrade was known as Robin. I've been friends with Lou for many years and I see him regularly. Lou stopped by my home to say thank you for a deed I did to help him. My wife invited Lou into our home and within minutes, we were discussing the War Years and many of the changes that have occurred in the fire service, over the years. We talked about the discontinuation of pompier scaling ladders and safety nets. Many of our readers probably never heard of these devices. The pompier ladder was discontinued in 1996 and I think the safety net was taken out of serv-
ice in the 80s. I have no idea why Lou and I had this talk, but it was fun. The conversation brought back memories of a very busy time in the NY fire service. It is obvious that firefighters are excellent in adapting to conditions that suddenly arise in your era. As a young firefighter, I learned to adapt to the violent brush fires of August 1995. Looking back, if you were a firefighter during that time, you were rarely home and you were fighting brush fires all day and all night. Many responders came home from work and reported to the firehouse to relieve the day crews. Like my friends Batman and Robin, I know we would do it all over again if we could go back in time. Why am I reminiscing over the past? I believe history repeats itself, possibly in new forms. I just read that one of the main US fuel pipeline systems was shut down after a cyberattack. According to Politico, the infiltration of a major fuel pipeline is “the most significant, successful attack on energy infrastructure that we know of.” As a first responder, are you ready for the unexpected? I am certainly not an alarmist, but I encourage all responders to watch out for new
response trends in your area. When the Bronx burned, many asked how this transformation occurred so rapidly. Many blame direct budget cuts that affected fire service personnel and equipment. Rapid change can happen at the blink of an eye. Whether there is an increase in fires in your area or an increase in different type of calls in your area, simply be aware and amongst yourselves discuss what you are seeing. I believe we are living in changing times. Our young members need to talk with the heroes of the past and if you realize there is a change going on, ask why. You probably cannot do anything about change, but you can be prepared for it. Stay safe, Dennis
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3-Alarm Condo Fire in Bushnell’s Basin
Just after 1500 on April 1, 2021, firefighters from Bushnell’s Basin were dispatched to Falcon Lane for the report of a fire in a condo unit. First arriving companies found smoke showing from a multiunit condo and struck a working fire. Multiple lines were stretched and crews were able to quickly knock down the main body of fire,
but the fire had spread and began running the walls, extending into all four units of the building. A third alarm was struck to bring in extra resources as this became a very labor intensive fire. The fire was brought under control in just over an hour with extensive overhaul required. - Fire News photos by PuckStopperPhotography.com
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Tires Spark Runaway Brush Fire
On April 10, 2021, Niskayuna Fire District 1 firefighters were con- blackened several acres of land. The City of Schenectady and fronted with large tires that were maliciously set on fire behind the Niskayuna Fire District 2 assisted at the scene. Jewish Community Center on Balltown Road in the Schenectady - Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber County town of Niskayuna. The initial fire sparked a brush fire that
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West Albany Vehicle Fire The West Albany Fire Department raced to the scene of a vehicle fire a few buildings from their station. The occupant was able to get out of the vehicle before the engine compartment was completely engulfed. The owner pulled into a parking lot of a business and luckily that was not damaged by the flames. - Fire News photo by Lori Washburn
Wind Fuels Flames in Schodack On March 9, 2021, a brush fire broke out in the Town of Schodack. East Greenbush responded to the wind-driven fire which was in their Fire Protection District. The use of a leaf blower on this fire was much better at stopping the flames. On arrival, the flames had crossed most of field. - Fire News photo by Martin E. Miller
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Mahopac Falls Fire Draws a Crowd
Knockdown in Rochester
On March 4, 2021, the Mahopac Falls Fire Department, along with units from Carmel Police were dispatched to Austin Road for a house fire. Chief of Department Jeff Boyle was met with heavy fire conditions in a two-story barn-type residence. Due to the size of the structure and the fire load, a second alarm was transmitted for mutual aid. Mahopac Fire, Putnam Valley, Yorktown, Battalion 16, Putnam County Fire Investigation Team, Putnam County Sheriff’s Department and Mahopac Falls EMS, Fire Police and Medic 3 responded to the scene or for cover. The fire was brought under control after two hours. - Fire News story by Ellen Nistico, PIO
On March 11, 2021, Rochester firefighters were dispatched to Otis Street for multiple calls reporting a house on fire. On arrival, firefighters found heavy fire showing from the rear of a dwelling. A line was stretched and the fire was quickly knocked down. - Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com
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Barn Fire in Coxsackie
Coxsackie Hose 3 was recently dispatched for a barn fire on Route 385. Greene County Sheriffs reported an active fire. Coxsackie Chief Shawn Burdick requested Coxsackie Village Fire to the scene and Athens Fire to standby. Coxsackie Ambulance and Greene County Medics were also dispatched. The fire was quickly knocked down and contained to one lower wall of the structure. The cause was believed to be from a burn barrel that ignited grass then spread to the barn. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
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Flames Break Out in Delmar
On April 20, 2021, a fire broke out on Kenwood Avenue in Delmar. Elsmere Fire Chief Marc Futia reported smoke coming from the roof area of a residence on arrival. Departments from Elsmere, Delmar, Slingerlands, Selkirk and North Bethlehem responded to the scene. Also assisting were Albany County Sheriff Paramedics and Delmar-Bethlehem EMS. Bethlehem Police detectives and fire investigators were on scene and the cause of the fire did not appear suspicious. A few firefighters were treated for exhaustion. - Fire News photo by Tom Heffernan
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Church Saved in Rensselaer County
Mount Vernon 2-Alarmer
Just before midnight on March 9, 2021, Rensselaer County dispatched the West Sand Lake Fire Department to fire showing in a church in the middle of the village. Mutual aid was requested from Averill Park, Best Luther, Wynantskill and Clinton Heights in East Greenbush for their ladder and a pumper. The fight was on against the high winds to save the church. There was no damage to the church, however, Clinton Heights responded back in the morning for a rekindle. - Fire News photo by Martin E. Miller
On March 7, 2021, companies from Mount Vernon arrived to find heavy fire showing from the number-3 side of a dwelling. The fire rapidly extended throughout all three floors forcing companies to go to an exterior attack. The fire was brought under control using a tower ladder and multiple handlines. The cause of the fire was unknown. - Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA
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SIZE UP Issue 1 • 2021 From the Chaplains’ Study
The Gifts We Bring to the Fire Service By Rev. Leon I. VanWie; Chaplain, New York State Association of Fire Chaplains, Inc. A couple weeks ago I had lunch with one of our young firefighters who is studying fire protection technology at our local community college. He loves the course work, but is struggling with his math classes and does not see a big need for trigonometry to fight fires. I mentioned the value of math when it comes to pump ops, and he replied that he will haul hose his whole life, rather than learn math to operate the pump. We all have different skills and gifts in the fire service, the same as in our faith communities. Paul wrote to the church at Corinth (1 Corinthians 12:4-11): God’s various gifts are handed out everywhere; but they all originate in God’s Spirit. God’s various ministries are carried out everywhere; but they all originate in God’s Spirit. God’s various expressions of power are in action everywhere; but God himself is behind it all. Each person is given something to do that shows who God is: Everyone gets in on it, everyone benefits. All kinds of things are handed out by the Spirit, and to all kinds of people! The variety is wonderful: wise counsel, clear understanding,
simple trust, healing the sick, miraculous acts, proclamation, distinguishing between spirits, tongues, and interpretation of tongues. All these gifts have a common origin, but are handed out one by one by the one Spirit of God. He decides who gets what, and when. In our faith communities we all have gifts that we bring and gifts that can be used to build up the faith. Consider the different gifts people bring to the fire service — the practical aspects of firefighting, the administrative skills to lead our departments, the relational abilities that strengthen the brother/sisterhood, the ability to teach skills that will endure, the love for fire safety and the ways to share it that help keep society safe, etc. In our faith communities, it takes all of us to build up the faith. All gifts are essential in faith, as Paul shared with the Corinthians. It seemed that some thought they were more important because of the role they had in the early church. Paul is clear: We all play an important role, and in the faith community no one is more important than anyone else. Likewise, in the fire service, it takes all of us using the gifts and abilities we have. The reality is that in our faith communities, we have a hierarchy, as we do in the fire service. Yet, we have
all most likely observed what happens when all the chiefs show up to a working structure fire and no one is there to haul the hose. Everyone has a role to play! What gifts, abilities, strengths, and interests do you bring that are essential and that build up the fire service? Someone else put it this way … “The razor blade is sharp, but can’t cut a tree; the axe is strong, but can’t cut hair. Everyone is important according to their own unique purpose. Never look down on anyone unless you are admiring their shoes.” *** Rev. Leon VanWie is chief chaplain for the New York State Association of Fire Chaplains, Inc., an organization of nearly 400 members. VanWie began in the fire service in 1976 and became a chaplain within a year. He was an EMT for over 15 years and currently serves as the chaplain and president for the Town of Watertown Volunteer Fire Department, chaplain for the City of Watertown Fire Department, and deputy fire coordinator for Jefferson County in the role of chaplain. VanWie belongs to numerous county and state fire organizations and has been a pastor since 1973. He can be contacted at leonvanwie@gmail.com or call (315) 771-9142 (voice and text).
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Mamaroneck Firefighter John Hopper takes a look around after battling a dwelling fire on New Street on April 19, 2021. - Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com
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Hundreds Homeless After Jackson Heights Apartment Blaze
Shortly after 1300, on April 7, 2021, FDNY companies were dispatched to the corner of 89th Street and 34th Avenue for an apartment fire. Upon arrival, fire companies found heavy fire coming from several windows of a top floor of a six-story apartment building. The fire quickly spread into the cockloft and began running the roofline. A second alarm was quickly transmitted followed by a third and fourth. The fire continued to spread throughout the top floor of the apartment building with smoke pushing out the A side
from top to bottom. Command continued to transmit higher alarms to bring the fire under control; the fire eventually went to eight alarms. Fire officials said that the door to the fire apartment was left ajar allowing the fire to spread out into a common hallway. It was reported that 240 people were left homeless. - Fire News photos by FirstDuePhotography.com, PuckStopperPhotography.com, FirstOnScenePhotos.com and Lloyd Mitchell
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LONG ISLAND’S FIRST FIRE, RESCUE & EMS SUMMER EXPO Welcome to Long Island’s First FIRE, RESCUE, & EMS SUMMER EXPO. This monumental event will be held on Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13, 1000 to 1600. The event will be held at Hofstra University, in the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, located at 100 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. The event will feature hundreds of exhibitors, offering all the latest and most innovative products, services and equipment needed to be more in alignment with today’s needs. On display will be trucks, ambulances, turnout gear, all the best and up-to-date equipment, and vehicles, to make this EXPO a huge success. Be a part of this new and exciting event. Tickets will be on sale at the door or check with your department for preregistration information.
SUPER VAC LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE REDESIGN TO SHOWCASE FULL LINE OF VENTILATION EQUIPMENT
Super Vac, one of the leading manufacturers in fire ventilation equipment, has redesigned its website, supervac.com, to better promote its full lineup of ventilation equipment for firefighting and industrial applications. With dual product lines and the largest breadth of ventilation equipment in both industries, this website makes it easier to navigate Super Vac’s offerings. The website is divided into “Firefighting” and “Industrial” ventilation equipment and offers a number of resources, like fan comparison guide, ventilation duration calculator and fan placement guidance to help departments and companies select the best ventilation equipment for their needs. The site also includes a number of tools for existing customers, including product manuals, technical videos and a new replacement parts store. The new website also puts special emphasis on Super Vac’s popular battery fan lineup, touted in the fire industry for its compatibility with other battery-operated tools. (Super Vac will soon be expanding this lineup, so watch for more news to come.) Super Vac is the world’s leading manufacturer in the emergency ventilation products. A one-stop shop for all things ventilation, Super Vac equips crews with a versatile array of only the toughest solu-
tions, including the industry’s largest lineup of PPV fans, spanning from eight- to 80-inch blades, as well as smoke ejectors, available in 12-, 16-, 20- and 24-inch blades. Super Vac also manufactures rescue saws, rehab misters and other necessities, including the patented Smoke BlockAid for smoke mitigation.
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Mamaroneck House Fire
On April 19, 2021, just before 1030, firefighters in the Village of Mamaroneck were dispatched to multiple calls of a structure fire on New Street. On arrival, companies found heavy fire showing from the top floor of a home. Crews quickly made the top floor and were able to make a quick knockdown of the heavy fire conditions.
Mutual aid responded and helped to clean up hot spots and work salvage operations. The fire was brought under control a short time later. -Fire News photos by PuckStopperPhotography.com and Brandon Colon
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2-Alarmer Damages Bottle Redemption Center
Neighbors Alert Neighbors
On April 22, 2021, Schenectady firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at the Schenectady Redemption Center on State Street. On arrival flames were reported venting from a second floor B-side window. Firefighters were confronted with extreme heat and hindered by the building being altered into several apartments. No injuries were reported and the cause was under investigation. - Fire News photo by Peter R. Barber
Recently, as a neighbor pulled into their home they noticed flames coming from the outside of an Ausable Forks home. Calling 911 and helping to wake their neighbors, everyone was evacuated quickly. The home happened to be down the street from Midway Station 2. Midway, Shaker Road-Loudonville’s Duty Crew and Colonie Village FAST arrived quickly to help hold the fire to the exterior of the building. Upon opening up the wall it appeared to be an electrical wire that had shorted. The family was able to return to their home. - Fire News photo by Lori Washburn
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Catskill Handles Rollover MVA
Athens 2-Car MVA
The Catskill Fire Department responded to pickup rollover MVA on Route 23A and Old Kings Highway. The driver was self-extricated and no injuries were reported for the incident. The New York State Police assisted at the scene. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
Athens Fire Department 2nd Assistant Chief James Robinson III came upon a two-car MVA on State Route 385. One car ended up crashing into the trees. Two victims were treated for injuries at the scene. Athens Fire was assisted by Town of Catskill Ambulance and New York State Police. The roadway was closed for 45 minutes. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
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Looking Back Town of Newberg 2012
Greene County 2011
Looking back, volunteer fire companies and auxiliaries from Greene County and surrounding counties gathered in Cairo for the annual Greene County Volunteer Firemen’s Association dress parade on September 10, 2011. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
Schenectady 2012
On the morning of January 6, 2012, Winona firefighters battled a blaze in a strip mall on South Plank Road at Route 300. The fire, which could be seen for miles, quickly destroyed approximately half of the Algonquin Plaza. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
Firefighters in Schenectady fought a house on Forest Road. It took two hours to bring the fire under control. - Fire News photo by Peter Barber
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Shifting Load Causes Big Rig to Flip
On April 24, 2021, South Schenectady firefighters worked to secure a tractor trailer in which the load shifted causing the rig to roll onto its side at the Route 7 entrance ramp to Interstate 88 in Rotterdam. - Fire News photo by Peter R. Barber
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Route 6 3-Car MVA
On May 2, 2021, Mahopac Fire, EMS and Fire Police, along with a strong Carmel Police presence and Medic 3 responded to Route 6 and McMahon Place for a three-car MVA with injuries. Chief Jim Stasiak took charge as Incident Command with Assistant Chief Gabe Rivera taking Operations and Scene Safety. Multiple police units began traffic control and scene investigation. Occupants of the cars refused medical assistance but were checked by Medic 3 and Mahopac EMTs. - Fire News photo by Jack Casey, PIO
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FIRSTNET®: MAKING FIRST RESPONDER HEALTH & WELLNESS A TOP PRIORITY
By Jason Porter, President, Public Sector and FirstNet, AT&T • And, more recently, we’ve added more health and wellness apps Four years ago, the federal government selected AT&T to enter into a public-private partnership to build and manage public safety’s net- to the FirstNet App Catalog and supported conferences and seminars work. And when we set out on this historic and critical initiative, we with 1st Responder Conferences. Moving forward, the FNHWC will serve as the backbone to everycommitted to Be There for America’s first responders. Now, as the FirstNet network turns 3, we’re going beyond our commitment to the thing we do to support the health and wellbeing of first responders. Coalition priorities were developed from the input of over 350 first federal government and have established the FirstNet Health & Wellness Coalition (FNHWC) to coordinate how we support holistic responders in professions including law enforcement, fire, emergency communications, emergency management, and emergency medical health and wellness of first responders. Nothing is more important than the lives of first responders and the personnel. Priorities include Post Traumatic Stress, Suicide Prevention, people they serve day in, and day out. These are the men and women Physical Fitness, Stress Management, Resiliency, leadership engagethat run toward emergencies. And we understand the service public ment and others. The coalition will be developing integrated approachsafety provides to our communities does not come without personal es to raising awareness, identifying technical solutions and applications, and local targeted areas to support these priorities. sacrifice and burdens. We believe FirstNet is the most important wireless network in the With more than two dozen members representing more than 1.3 million first responders — including organizations like the country because it’s serving our first responders and the extended pubInternational Association of Fire Chiefs, International Association of lic safety community. And we have a responsibility unlike any other Chiefs of Police, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement wireless carrier to deliver for America’s first responders. Shaped by the Executives and National Emergency Management Association, to vision of the first responder community and Congress following the name a few — the mission of the FNHWC is to integrate responder, 9/11 terrorist attacks, FirstNet stands above commercial offerings. It is community, industry and academic capabilities to support the health, built with AT&T in public-private partnership with the First Responder wellness and readiness of first responders. We’re focused on collabo- Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) - an independent agency withrating with our members to support healthy, well and resilient first in the federal government. The FirstNet network is providing public responders that are ready to support public safety at a moment’s notice. safety with truly dedicated coverage and capacity when they need it, Our support of first responder health and wellness began long unique benefits like always-on priority and preemption for first responbefore the formation of the FNHWC through dedicated financial and ders, and high-quality Band 14 spectrum. These advanced capabilities help fire, EMS, healthcare workers and law enforcement save lives and resource support to public safety associations and related programs. • For the past two years, we’ve sponsored the IACP Officer Safety protect their communities. Just as FirstNet is built for and by first responders, we want to be and Wellness Symposiums which focus on improving officer safety and wellness to enhance the health and effectiveness of officers, as there to support the health and well-being of those who serve their communities every day. well as the safety of the community. For more information on FirstNet, go to FirstNet.com. • Just last fall we launched a collaboration with All Clear Foundation to help increase the accessibility of education, resources FirstNet and the FirstNet logo are registered trademarks of the and support that will aid first responders who may be struggling with health wellness challenges brought on by the unique stressors of their First Responder Network Authority. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. jobs.
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Fire Races Through Storage Garages
On April 6, 2021, a man living in a storage garage started a fire that destroyed 70 percent of the complex on Old Mill Lane in the town of Rotterdam. South Schenectady firefighters found one garage fully involved upon arrival and due to the truss construction, the fire quickly spread, involving at least 12 more garages and damag-
ing several others. Mutual aid came from Carman, Plotterkill, Pine Grove, Scotia, City of Schenectady, and a 4000-gallon tanker from nearby Stratton Air National Guard base. - Fire News photos by Peter R. Barber
Ginger Bread House a Total Loss
The Warrensburg Volunteer Fire Company responded to a fully involved structure on State Route 9 in Lake George, shortly after 2200 on March 12, 2021. Flames were through the roof upon arrival. The first-arriving truck called for mutual aid from Lake George, Bolton Landing, Chestertown, Horicon and Thurman. Portable ponds were set up and thousands of gallons of water had to be trucked to the scene. The two-story house was a complete loss. Firefighters were hampered by 50 mph wind gusts which caused
major concerns while trying to extinguish the blaze. An excavator was called in to remove the collapsed roof so firemen could finally put the fire out. The house which was well known in the North Country as the “Ginger Bread House,” used to be decorated every year at Christmas time to the delight of many travelers and local people. There were no injuries but three people were left homeless. - Fire News photos by Kevin Geraghty
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Mayday Drill in Greene County
The Catskill Fire Department, along with Athens Fire, City of fighters were introduced to smoke and interior attack in a multipleHudson Fire and New Baltimore FAST, attended a joint drill at the story building. Instructions were given primarily by Catskill Fires Greene County Fire Training Center. About 60 firefighters were in training officer and former chief Ed Dolan. attendance. They conducted multiple scenarios of Mayday rescues, - Fire News photos by John C. Miller SCBA familiarization and hose line advancement. Several new fire-
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Bronx 4-Alarmer
All-Hands Operate in Jamaica
Firefighters in the Bronx responded to a fire in a single-story commercial building on East 167th Street. Units found fire in the ductwork upon arrival. The fire extended into the cockloft and eventually through the roof. Several tower ladders were put into operation. - Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Firefighters in Jamaica, Queens, responded to an all-hands assignment in a private dwelling on 89th Avenue near 148th Street on March 20, 2021. The blaze appeared to have originated on the second floor with additional units being called due to the presence of window bars. - Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
Fire Breaks Out in Canarsie
Quick KO in East NY
FDNY companies were out of their area for another run, when a fire was reported on East 102 Street. Firefighters transmitted a 1077 for fire on the fourth floor of an occupied multiple dwelling. There were no injuries in the March 15, 2021, fire. - Fire News photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Firefighters responded to an attic fire in a two-story, attached brick private dwelling on Lincoln Avenue in the East New York section of Brooklyn, on March 24, 2021. The first-due engine company made a quick knockdown on the blaze as trucks vented and searched. -Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com
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Latham Participates in RecruitNY
The Latham Fire Department opened its doors to the community on April 24, 2021, as part of RecruitNY. In hopes of gaining new members, Latham held instructional events and held a Pod-Burn display that incorporated how fast a grease fire can overcome a home. - Fire News photos by Lori Washburn
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Teamwork! Firefighters from various company’s pitch-in to pack hose on Engine 306, after a recent all-hands fire in Queens. - Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez
Warwick FD Participates in RecruitNY As part of the 12th Annual FASNY Firemen’s Association of the State of NY RecruitNY recruitment drive the Warwick Fire Department hosted an Open House Recruitment Drive at Warwick Fire Department headquarters located at WFD Station 1. The Warwick Fire Department joined other volunteer fire departments throughout th state at their respective firehouses either in person or virtually for a unified recruitment drive. RecruitNY is an opportunity to highlight the rewards and responsibilities that come with being a volunteer firefighter. It will also raise public awareness about the need for volunteers. Throughout the day, the Warwick Fire Department conducted tours of the fire station and firefighter apparatus, and discussed the requirements to be a volunteer. The WFD conducted demonstrations of their live fire extinguisher simulator including an extrication demonstration, answered questions, and let visitors know how to get involved in their community fire department. If you or someone you know from age 16 and up is interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, contact the department at wfdmembership@yahoo.com. - Fire News photo provided by the WFD
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Warwick Trains
Egypt Dwelling Fire
Recently, the Warwick Fire Department held its monthly scheduled department Vehicle Extrication Drill at the Specht Family Garage on Covered Bridge Road. Thanks to the Specht family who continuously allow us to train on their vehicles year after year to qualify our firefighters to be extrication technicians. - Fire News photo provided by the WFD
On the afternoon of March 25, 2021, Egypt Fire Department firefighters were dispatched to Ranney Drive for the report of a dwelling on fire. On arrival, companies found smoke showing from a home and stretched a line. The fire was quickly knocked down and placed under control. - Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com
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Mamaroneck Firefighter Camron Nabatchian takes a breather after battling a dwelling fire on New Street on April 19, 2021. - Fire News photo by PuckStopperPhotography.com
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Athens Lime Street Fire Department Second Assistant Chief James Murphy. James has over 13 years of service with the department and has held several officer’s positions. - Fire News photo by John C. Miller
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Amsterdam Firefighter Chris Hotaling. - Fire News photo by MarkPerfettiPhotography.com
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