Fire News Long Island Edition Sept. 2012

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On August 14, 2012, the Brentwood Fire Department responded to a fatal explosion that leveled a home. Please turn to

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In this issue...

Remember 9/11 The wounds of 9/11 have not fully healed and continue to bring pain to the families that have lost loved ones.

See story page 10

Valley Stream Battles Taxpayer Fire The Valley Stream Fire Department responded to a blaze located in a row of stores.

See story page 16

Fire Knocked Down at Paragon Recycling The East Farmingdale Fire Company responded to a commercial building fire.

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Helping Wounded Warriors Two Nassau County events raised funds to help our veterans.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

PTSD; is your department prepared to help YOU? Many years ago, I responded to a horrific motor vehicle accident that claimed the life of a young child. Several days later I received a call from my chief, asking me to attend a meeting at our firehouse.

When I walked into the room, everyone who was on the call was there.

After several cups of coffee, my chief walked into the room and sat down to talk to us. The meeting was informal, but as we progressed, the meeting targeted the fatal call we all responded to. The intention was simple. My chief wanted to make sure that everyone understood that we did the best we could do to save this child's life. It was made clear that if we needed to talk more about what happened, he would be available to us at anytime. He also urged us to look out for one another and to accept everyone's feelings about the call. I have always respected Chief Doug Lotten for his concern about his responders.

This entire story came to mind the second I heard about the Aurora movie theater massacre. My mind immediately thought of the responders that went home after the call and had to deal with the flashbacks of this horrific situation. The responders went home and had to grasp the scope of the tragedy. They had to deal with the visualizations of 12 killings and dozens of people that were in dire need of medical help.

The only comfort to be taken from the situation was the knowledge that you did your best and saved the lives of the dozens of people who were wounded or injured.

In the true tradition of our brotherhood, I think it is commendable that the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) shared their experiences of 9/11 and sent a group of trained responders to offer counseling to the Aurora responders. To be traumatized by a tragic event is normal. However it is important that everyone debriefs about the situation and understands that it is okay to be sad and even disturbed by the event.

Every department must take the time to let their members know that the department chaplain, senior members everyone respects, or brother and sister responders are there to talk to for reassurance that you had done the best you could.

The type of events that lead to PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) will usually follow a traumatic event; one in which your understanding of your normal world and the sense of safety and trust we normally feel is shattered. Bad dreams, feeling fearful and finding it hard to put the event out of your mind are normal reactions.

For many these feelings are short-lived but if you are suffering from PTSD these symptoms can last for weeks, months and even years and may even increase in severity.

There are three generic symptoms: Re-experiencing the traumatic event; avoiding reminders of the trauma; and increased anxiety and emotional arousal. If you or any of your fellow first responders are suffering in this way, seek help, whether from a friend, a co-worker, a chaplain or a psychologist.

PTSD is insidious, and it is real. Ignoring it will not make it go away. Seek help. In closing, I ask you this; is your department ready to counsel its responders should the need arise?

-Dennis

ROSLYN FIREFIGHTERS ROCK FOR WOUNDED WARRIORS Roslyn firefighters have announced that they will host their Third Annual "Roslyn Rocks for the Wounded Warriors" on Saturday, November 3, 2012, at Roslyn High School.

Roslyn firefighters are active members of Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior and all monies raised that evening will be used to improve the lives of wounded servicemen and women. The 50's stars singing that evening include Herb Cox and the Cleftones, Larry Chance and the Earls, and the return of the original Brooklyn reunion of Phil Cracolici and the Mystics, Jimmy Gallagher and the Passions, and Emil Stucchio and the Classics. The show starts at 1900 and tickets are $40 per person. For tickets and information call 516-587-7187. All checks for this event should be made payable to Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior, 155 Mineola Avenue, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577.

SUFFOLK COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS EMERALDHALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK’S DAY The Suffolk County Firefighters Emerald Society presents its "Halfway to St. Patrick's Day" Irish Music Festival featuring the music of Black 47, the Fian and Bangers and Mash, plus the Mulvihill-Lynch Irish Step Dancers, the Long Ireland Pipe Band and the Northport Pipes and Drums on Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 1700 until 2200 at the Nutty Irishman, 60 East Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706.

Tickets may be purchased for $20 at the door or at www.ticketweb.com

ANTIQUE CAR AND TRUCK SHOW IN SEA CLIFF The Sea Cliff fire Department will be holding their Second Annual Antique Car and Truck Show with a Swap Meet. The event will take place on September 16, 2012.

(Rain date is Sunday September 23, 2012). The show will be held at Tappen Beach at Shore Road and Prospect Avenue in Sea Cliff. All vehicles and swap meet vendors must be on the grounds by 1100. Gates open at 0800. For additional information or questions, call Jim O'Donnell at 516-671-5199 or (cell) 516-322-2980. Car/truck registration fee is $15 by August 24, 2012 and $20 on the day of show. Vendor spots 10x10 are $30 and 10x20 is $35. Applications must be in by August 24, 2012. Due to the close proximity of cars and safety regulations, NO barbeques will be permitted. ALL trailers are to be unloaded on south side of parking lot.

RIDGE F.D. -COMPANY ONE 6TH ANNUAL COUNTRY WESTERN NIGHT On Saturday, September 15, 2012, at 1700 until 2200 the Ridge Fire Department will be holding their Country Western Night. Come and enjoy a night of country music and fine food. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door.

Admission includes one steak dinner and all you can eat hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken and salads. All you can drink beer, wine, soda and water. There will be dancing and live music

by Grand Central. Dance lessons, DJ Neil, 50/50 cash raffle, door prizes. The rain date is set for Sunday September 16, 2012, from 1400 until 1900. Meet us at the Ridge Fire Department, Headquarters on Route 25 just east of the William Floyd Pkwy. For more information call (631) 2050193 rfdco1cwnight@yahoo.com.

EMS CONFERENCE TO BE HELD The Mountain Lakes Regional EMS Council is holding their 3rd Annual Initial Assessment EMS Conference on September 14, 15 and 16, at the High Peaks Resort in Lake Placid.

For more information, please visit www.nenyems.org/initalassessment.htm or www.highpeakresort.com.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK'S DAY Fire Police Company 3 of the Middle Island Fire Department will be having its first ever "Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Party and Dinner" on Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 1800 to 2300. The event will be held indoors at the Middle Island Fire Department Headquarters at 31 Arnold Drive. The night will feature Irish soda bread, all-you-can-eat corned beef and cabbage and grilled chicken. The price includes beer, wine soda, cake, ice cream, coffee and tea. Tickets are $20 per person if purchased before September 20 and includes two door prize tickets. The cost after September 20 is $25 per person and includes one door prize ticket. You must be 18 years and older and 21years old to drink. For tickets and information please call Mike at (631) 3831310 or send an e-mail to: mifdfp@gmail.com. Why wait till March to get your Irish up?

EMS Providers Join Together to Support a Firefighter in Need

MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY HELP RALPH LETTIERI RECOVER The Off Key Tiki Bar, located at 31 Baker Place, Patchogue NY, 11772, is sponsoring a fundraiser to help Ralph Lettieri and his family as he battles necrotizing fasciitis. Help one of Suffolk County's bravest battle yet another fight. Come to the Off Key Tiki Bar on September 8, 2012 from 1200 to 1600. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Cash bar, tickets include admission and a free barbeque. Contact Michelle Miller at 631- 447-3002, Greg Hill at 631655-3736, Katie Stewart at 631-627-5210, or the Hagerman F.D. Chief's Office at 631-654-2790 for tickets and information.

(Continued on page 69)

On August 9, 2012, local EMS crews representing Community Ambulance, Medford Volunteer Ambulance, Patchogue Ambulance, South Country Ambulance and fire departments from Holbrook, Lakeland, Medford, North Patchogue, and Yaphank, joined with staff from the Emergency Department from Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center at the Tiki Bar in Patchogue. This was a great opportunity for all these hard working and devoted emergency providers to enjoy in a Signal 8 (refreshments) and stress debriefing. While all gathered, this great group also took the opportunity to raise over $500 for Hagerman Firefighter Ralph Lettieri, who is battling a serious illness.

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-Fire News story by Dr. Carl Goodman

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Fatal Explosion Rocks Brentwood On August 14, 2012, the Brentwood Fire Department responded to an explosion that leveled a home and took the life of an 18-month-old infant and a 46-year-old adult. The home on Prospect Drive was reduced to rubble from the explosion and 14 people were hospitalized as a result of the explosion. The initial investigation was focusing on two 200-pound propane tanks as the source of the explosion. With the help of mutual aid departments, the scene was searched for victims who might have been buried in the rubble of the two-story home. Officials condemned both houses on each side of the explosion. The American Red Cross assisted in finding 10 people temporary shelter.

-Fire News photos by Mike Descalso and David Rubin

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Working Fire Beat in Plainview

Rubbish Fire Extends to Bethpage Home

On July 13, 2012, at 0912 the Plainview Fire Department responded to a report of smoke coming from a Nautilus Avenue home.

Arriving units found smoke coming from the attic and a working fire was transmitted. Engine 9544 was first due, hit a hydrant and stretched in. Ladder 953 conducted primary searches that were negative and opened up. The Bethpage and Hicksville fire departments were called to the scene and the fire was quickly brought under control without incident.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

On July 13, 2012, the Bethpage Fire Department was alerted for a garbage can on fire next to a home on Farmers Avenue.

Responding units were advised that multiple calls were coming in and that the house was on fire. First-due units transmitted a working fire as the exterior fire had extended into the second floor and attic area. Engine 9044 was first due and stretched one line and knocked down the exterior fire, as a second line from Squad 4 was being stretched to the front door. Crews from Ladder 3 conducted primary searches that were negative and opened up. Chief James Baudille Sr. was in command of the operation.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

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Never Forget Our Fallen The wounds of 9/11 have not fully healed and continue to bring pain to the families that have lost loved ones from illnesses that developed and continue to surface more than a decade after the World Trade Center attack.

As we remember our fallen on September 11, 2012, think of the families who have lost loved ones. Keep them in your prayers so that they may continue to grow strong as we honor everyone who lost their life on 9/11. Take the time to visit the 9/11 Tribute Center (www.tributewtc.org/index.php) and the New York City Fire Museum (www.nycfiremuseum.org/ ).

“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.�

- Quoted by Rudy Giuliani from Laurence Binyon's Ode of Remembrance from his poem For the Fallen.

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At approximately 1400, on July 27, 2012, the Valley Stream Fire Department was dispatched by Nassau County FireCom for a reported house fire on Cedar Street, across from the Clearstream Avenue School, which is one block from Engine 4’s and Truck 2's quarters. Second Assistant Chief James Ervolino and first arriving firefighters prepared to attack the flames that were shooting out of the second story window of the home. Chief Ervolino requested that FireCom transmit a Signal 10, “working fire.” Units from Elmont, Hewlett, Woodmere and Malverne were also called on the mutual aid assignment. Three parakeets were rescued from the blaze.

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‘Occupants Within’ at Rockville Centre Fire On July 17, 2012, the Rockville Centre Fire Department responded to Woods Avenue for a report of a house fire with occupants trapped.

When the fire department arrived members entered the burning residence and removed a female from the second floor. Two other people were removed from the house as firefighters attacked the fire. The one-and-a-half-story house was saved from further damage. A total of three people were transported to the hospital.

-Fire News photo by Bill Bennett

Garage Consumed by Flames in Central Islip Third Assistant Chief Larry Parada of the Central Islip Fire Department was in command of operations at a structure fire on Elmore Street in Central Islip.

The alarm was received at 0736, on Monday, July 16, 2012. Heavy fire was found consuming a detached garage at the location. A total of seven CIFD units responded and went into operation. There was heavy fire damage to the garage with some extension to the 3 and 4 sides of the vacant residence. Units remained on scene until released at 0835. In addition to the CIFD, the Suffolk County Arson Squad and Central IslipHauppauge Volunteer Ambulance responded to the call.

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Recently, the Central Islip Fire Department received a call for a structure fire at the Windbrook Homes Condominium Complex on Feller Drive. CIFD Second Assistant Chief Bob McGee was the first chief on scene and transmitted the working fire. Chief of Department Ed Freudenberg arrived shortly thereafter and assumed command of operations. All CIFD units responded, with mutual aid provided by the East Brentwood, Brentwood, Islip Terrace, East Islip, Hauppauge and Nesconset Fire Departments. Heavy fire was showing through the roof on arrival.

The fast moving fire consumed most of the attic area of the structure. There was fire, smoke and water damage to the entire structure and to the multiple residences nearby.

The Suffolk County Arson Squad, Islip Town Fire Marshall and Red Cross were requested to respond to the call. The Central Islip-Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance transported two CIFD firefighters for treatment of minor injuries. One resident of the complex was also transported. Units were released by Chief Freudenberg at 2332.

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Heavy Fire at Valley Stream Taxpayer Job The Valley Stream Fire Department responded to a reported building fire on the evening of Wednesday, August 8, 2012. The blaze was located in a row of stores on West Merrick Road near Shaw Avenue. A heavy fire condition was evident on arrival and mutual aid companies were immediately called to the scene. Hand lines, deck guns and tower ladders were all utilized in an effort to bring this stubborn fire under control.

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Gas Station Burns in Rocky Point

Just before 0100, on August 7, 2012, the Rocky Point Fire Department was activated for a reported structure fire at a gas station on Route 25A. FireCom advised units that police were on scene and reporting that smoke was showing. A chief arrived and had the working fire transmitted. The fire appeared to have started in an office area. The Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal's Office was called to investigate, along with the Suffolk County Police Arson Squad.

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Bagel Shop Burns in Massapequa At 1330, on Sunday, July 15, 2012, the Massapequa Fire Department responded to the report of a building fire in a bagel store on Broadway in Massapequa. On arrival the chief reported smoke showing and called a signal 10. First-due Engine 1 stretched a 21/2 inch line in and extinguished the fire with the assistance of Engine companies 4 and 5 and Ladders 2 and 6. The Massapequa Fire Department was also assisted by fire departments from North Massapequa, Seaford and Wantagh.

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Burn Off Needed in Wantagh Wantagh firefighters wet down the area as they burned off a 20pound propane cylinder. The tank was set out for pickup in front of a Russet Lane, Levittown, home on Sunday evening, July 22, 2012. Unfortunately the tank began to leak. The area was secured for about an hour as the gas was burned off.

-Fire News photo by Harry Loud

Hewlett Handles Gas Station Blaze

On July 3, 2012, the Hewlett Fire Department received multiple calls for a working fire at the BP gas station located on Broadway, around the corner from the firehouse. Hewlett's Engine 302 was met with a large body of fire out of all three of the repair shops’ bays and immediately began its attack. Mutual aid was provided

by Lawrence-Cedarhurst, Woodmere, Valley Stream, Inwood, Meadowmere Park, East Rockaway and Lynbrook Fire Departments. Nassau County Fire Marshalls Hazmat unit also responded to the scene.

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Point LookoutLido F.D. Goes to Work

The Point Lookout-Lido Fire Department responded to Blackheath Road for a report of a house fire.

When the chief arrived the call was confirmed as a working house fire. Lines were pushed into the house as firefighters searched for any trapped victims. Point Lookout-Lido Tower Ladder 254 used its deck gun to put the fire out on the second floor. Fire departments from Long Beach, Island Park and Freeport assisted with the call. All fire department operations were under the command of First Assistant Chief Jimmy Walsh.

-Fire News photos by Bill Bennett

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Fire Fought at Paragon Recycling

On Saturday July 28, 2012, just after 1200, the East Farmingdale Fire Company responded to Dale Street for a reported commercial building fire. Arriving units encountered a large two-story building that was heavily involved.

The structure housed Paragon Recycling.

Numerous garbage trucks and piles of garbage were burning, which spread throughout the building and quickly destroyed it. Chief of Department Kilbridge was in command of the scene and established an exterior attack, which

was coordinated by Assistant Chiefs Sherback, Wisz and Greco.

Numerous handlines from Engine 1-5-2 and master streams from East Farmingdale Ladder's 1-5-5, 1-5-15 and Wyandanch Ladder 1-10-5 were put into operation. Firefighters fought the fire well into the evening as heavy equipment was brought in to pull apart sections of the building and the garbage piles to hit unreachable hot spots. There were no serious injuries reported and the cause of the fire is

under investigation.

Mutual aid was provided throughout the day and night by the West Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Lindenhurst, Copaigue, Deer Park, Melville, Dix Hills, West Islip, Farmingdale and South Farmingdale Fire Departments and the Wyandanch and North Babylon Fire Companies. The WyandanchWheatley Heights Ambulance Corps was also requested to the scene.

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Bay Shore Knocks Out Early Morning Car Fire

Shortly before 0500 recently, the Bay Shore Fire Department was alerted for a car fire on Smith Street in Bay Shore. First responding was Chief of Department Roy L. Ekelund, who was advised by BSFD Dispatch that Suffolk County Police Department Car 315 was on scene and stating the car was next to the house and was requesting a rush on fire department response. Engine 3-1-3 was quickly on the road and was given orders by Chief Ekelund. Once on scene the crew of Engine 3 under leadership of Lieutenant Xikis stretched a handline and went to work knocking down the car fire.

Also on scene were Second Assistant Chief J. Ippolito, Jr. and BSFD engines 3-1-1 and 3-1-5. All units were under the command of Chief of Department Roy L. Ekelund.

-Fire News photos by John Ippolito, Jr.

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Setauket F.D. Confines Flames

Aggressive Attack Stops Flames in Coram

Early on July 28, 2012, the Setauket Fire Department knocked down a one-room fire in a home on Bette Ann Drive. The Selden and Terryville Fire Departments responded to assist with the call on a mutual aid assignment. A great stop was made by the Setauket Fire Department.

-Fire News photo by Dennis Whittam

Adrenaline was flowing with reports from police that a house on Norfleet was fully involved. Once again, the Coram Fire Department made a well-coordinated aggressive attack to knock down a fire that had extended into the attic. Fortunately the fire was confind to the second story, number 1 and 2 exposure. The Gordon Heights Fire Department and the Selden Fire Department also responded to assist with the operation.

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Dual Response Handles Car Fire On July 17, 2012 the Jericho Fire Department was alerted for a car fire on the westbound Long Island Expressway and the Syosset Fire Department was alerted for the dual response with Jericho. The car fire was located just west of Robbins Lane. Syosset Engine 585 was first due and quickly got water on the fire.

-Fire News photo Kevin Imm

Fireworks Spark Kings Park Car Fire On July 15, 2012, Kings Park was toned out at 1011 for a car fire, located in Parking Field 4 at Sunken Meadow State Park. The vehicle, an SUV, was parked alongside the curb in the picnic area. All occupants were out of the vehicle at the time and the fire was apparently fueled by fireworks stored in the rear of the vehicle. KPFD Chief Mark O'Brien was the Incident Commander. He was assisted by Assistant Chiefs Dan Guifoil, John Gallo, Jr. and Tim Clark.

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Boat Burns in Oceanside On July 27, 2012, the Oceanside Fire Department responded to the rear of a home on Illona Lane for the report of a boat on fire.

When the fire department arrived it was confirmed that a 40-foot boat was fully involved in fire and smoke could be seen for miles.

The boat at one point broke loose from the dock and drifted to the other side of the canal. Three lines were used from the fire department and the Nassau County Police Marine Unit used their hose to help put the fire out. Assistant Chief Kevin Klein was in charge of the operation.

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Basement Blaze Extends in Syosset On July 7, 2012, the Syosset Fire Department battled a basement fire at the Caracalla Restaurant on Jericho Turnpike. Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a fire that was extending throughout the structure. Once the stairs gave way, all units were pulled out of the building and an exterior operation went into effect. Numerous mutual aid units responded to assist with the operation.

Two firefighters suffered injuries; they were treated and released. The fire marshal was called to the scene for an investigation of the fire.

-Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Gas Main Breaks in Hempstead The Hempstead Fire Department responded to the report of a gas main break on the morning of July 18, 2012. A construction crew struck a gas main at the site of the old Hempstead General Hospital on Front Street. Surrounding homes were evacuated as a heavy smell of gas hung over the neighborhood. National Grid crews were called to assist with the call. They were able to shut the gas line down within an hour. Chief Clark was in command of the operation.

-Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

Search for Drowning Victim Halted Members of the Wantagh Fire Department Dive Team, along with Jones Beach lifeguards, utilized an inflatable vessel to search for a drowning victim off of Field 6 in Jones Beach.

The incident occurred on Saturday evening, July 28, 2012, and brought units of the Freeport Fire Department, Nassau County Police Marine and Air Bureau, U.S. Coast Guard and Bay Constables to the scene. They, along with lifeguards searched for the man until a lightening storm caused the search to be postponed. -Fire News photo by Harry Loud

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And in the Center Ring….

On July 30, 2012, the Cole Brothers Circus arrived in Oceanside and was set to perform a few shows involving elephants. The animals require a lot of water to stay hydrated during the hot weather. The Oceanside Fire Department was requested to come down to the circus and supply a wash and a drink of some cool water. As the firefighters turned on the hoses, the elephants danced and played in the water, enjoying themselves.

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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND Heavy Rescue at Dix Hills Limo Crash

Mutual Aid Needed for North Merrick MVA

The Dix Hills Fire Department responded to a crash involving a limousine and a Range Rover on Half Hollow Road near Wildwood Drive in Dix Hills, on August 13, 2012, at about 2303. The driver of the limo was pinned and extricated Dix Hills firefighters using heavy rescue tools. The driver was transported to Stony Brook University Medical Center by the Dix Hills Rescue Squad. Three female occupants in the Range Rover suffered neck and back injuries, and were taken to Huntington Hospital by Dix Hills and Melville Rescue ambulances. An additional ambulance assisted from the Melville Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Ambulances from the North Merrick Fire Department, along with several mutual aid ambulances were on the scene of an MVA on Meadowbrook Road on Friday, August 10, 2012. The accident involved a car and a mini-bus with special needs children on board.

The occupants of the car were transported to a local hospital and the six children on the bus were evaluated then transferred to an awaiting bus.

-Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli

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Medical Attention Needed at Rockville Centre MVA

On August 6, 2012, the Rockville Centre Fire Department responded to the report of an overturned auto at the corners of Lakeview and Forest Avenues. When the chief arrived, it was confirmed as an overturned auto with no entrapments. The driver needed medical attention and was transported to a local hospital. Heavy Rescue 446 was requested to put the auto back on its wheels. All units were up after half-an-hour.

-Fire News photo by Bill Bennett

Southold Handles MVA on Route 25

At approximately 1500, on August 2, 2012, the Southold Fire Department was dispatched for a two-vehicle MVA on Route 25, West of South Harbor Road. Arriving units found two eastbound vehicles had come in contact with one another and that care was already being provided to the occupants by members of the Cutchogue and Mattituck Fire Departments, who were passersby's. The Cutchogue Fire Department was activated to assist with transport. Several other victims refused medical attention.

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Nassau and Suffolk FD’s Share Almost $1 Million JSK Inc. announces the selection of 15 Nassau and Suffolk County Fire Departments to share almost $1 million in Federal support.

The Great Neck Alert FD has sponsored a REGIONAL SAFER (Staffing and Fire Emergency Response) award for $500,600. The award will be spearheaded by Great Neck and will be shared by the East Williston, Vigilant, Albertson, Manhasset-Lakeville, New Hyde Park, Lynbrook, Lakeville, South Hempstead, Port Washington, Plandome, Floral Park Center and Bellerose Terrace Fire Departments.

The award will allow for the placement of TV, radio, print, and Internet advertising in addition, to other initiatives like web-based programs. The program also funds a full-time volunteer coordinator to actively recruit volunteers, attend high school and college fairs, street fairs, and community meetings.

The application was prepared by Williston Park based Grant-Guys, NYS's largest fire grant company. To date, Grant-Guys has produced over $600,000 in State funds and over $2 million in Federal Funding for Nassau and Suffolk County Fire Departments.

Also, both the SMITHTOWN AND LYNBROOK FIRE DEPARTMENTS will share over $240,000 in Federal support.

These projects, although similar, will focus recruitment efforts and offer added insurance enhancements in a move to bolster insurance deficiencies when dealing with injured volunteer firefighters.

Lastly, FEMA has announced that it will increase the amount of a previous REGIONAL AWARD hosted by the ManhassetLakeville FD. In that award, FEMA will increase funding to the Driving Simulation Project based on the final cost of the equipment and the number of regional partners included in the award. The award involves fire departments from Albertson, Great Neck Alert, Great Neck Vigilant and Manhasset-Lakeville.

Port Washington joined the group based on the value of the driving simulation project.

Van Burst Into Flames in Rockville Centre

A van burst into flames on Friday morning August 3, 2012, along Peninsula Boulevard in Rockville Centre. Firefighters were on the scene to extinguish the blaze, while police diverted southbound traffic to the side streets.

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Five Injured in Hempstead MVA The Hempstead Fire Department responded to a two-car accident on Friday evening, August 3, 2012, at the intersection of Long Beach Road and Windsor Parkway. At least five people were slightly injured and mutual aid ambulances from South and West Hempstead were called to the scene.

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South Farmingdale Handles MVA

On Tuesday, July 31, 2012, the South Farmingdale Fire Department was alerted for a motor vehicle accident with a reported overturn on the westbound Southern State Parkway near exit 31, the Bethpage State Parkway, shortly after 2300. Units arrived at the reported location and found that the accident was further west and was actually at two different exits.

The first cars they came upon were at exit 30/Broadway. One was a Chevy Suburban facing east on the shoulder of the westbound lanes.

After additional reports of an overturned vehicle, units went one more exit to 29/Hicksville Road and found a Jeep Liberty overturned on top of the guardrail. Another vehicle also was found with minor damage.

The crew from Heavy Rescue 979 secured both vehicles. The driver of the Suburban was taken to the hospital by South Farmingdale Ambulance 976 and the driver of the Jeep was taken by Nassau County Police Ambulance; both with non-life threatening injuries. The driver of the Suburban was later charged with DWI. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

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Overturn Handled in N. Massapequa On August 4, 2012, the North Massapequa Fire Department responded to a report of an auto accident with an overturn at the intersection of Boundary Avenue and North Central Drive.

One person suffered minor injuries and was transported to the hospital.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Car Hits Fence in Holbrook Just after 1400, on August 6, 2012, the Holbrook Fire Department was activated for a motor vehicle accident on Broadway Avenue and Church Street. Unit 3-15-32 arrived to find a two car accident with one car that had crashed into the fence of the Suffolk County Water Authority property.

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Lindenhurst Holds Installation-Awards Dinner

The Lindenhurst Fire Department held its 127th Installation Dinner. Assistant Chiefs Mike McCloud, Mike DeGregorio, Paul Vinciguerra and all line officers were sworn in

by Lindenhurst Village Mayor Tom Brennan.

Chief of Department Jim Gallagher was sworn in by his son Cullen. Chief Gallagher presented an Ex-Captains badge to Ex- Captain Ron Tappen of the Chemical and Rescue Company 1.

Four members of the Hook Ladder and Engine Company 2 (The Bay Rats), Firefighter John Tighe, Ex- Captain Mike Scaccia, Second

Lieutenant Eric Donnelly and Firefighter Rich Mercandante were presented their 20 year awards from Second Assistant Chief DeGregorio.

Chief Gallagher of the Chemical and Salvage Company 2 and Firefighter Ed Kellermann of the Breslau Engine Company 1 were presented with 30 year awards from Third Assistant Chief Vinciguerra.

Firefighter Carmelo Urso of the Liberty Hose Company 1, Ex- Chief Artie Lohman of the Chemical and Rescue Company 1 and Firefighter Tom Weckerle were awarded with

40 year awards from First Assistant Chief McCloud.

Firefighter Doug Chivvis was presented his 50 year award by Chief of Department Gallagher. Special Recognition Awards were presented to Mr. Bob Brooks and Ex- Captain Bob Brandenberger. Firefighter- EMT Chris Aivazian of the Chemical and Rescue Company 1 was presented with the EMS Provider of the Year. Firefighter Jim Maloney was presented with the Firefighter of the Year Award.

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Up Close (Left) Commack Fire Department First Assistant Chief Pete Paccione, right, pictured with his son Danny Paccione, 19, at a recent alarm, -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman (Right) Suffolk County FRES Deputy Coordinator 4-0-3 Robert DeMoustes, radios in a progress report at a recent alarm.

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Firefighter Jimmy Galatro gets together with longtime friend Danny Peluso. Danny is serving in the national guard. He left for training in September, 2011 and finished training in April, 2012. Jimmy has enlisted into full active army and will be leaving in October, 2012. He has been a firefighter with Terryville for three years and has served as an EMT. -Fire News photo by Dennis Whittam

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‘Move Over Guys, I’ll Drive’

The Greenlawn Volunteer Fire Department recently marked a milestone in their 110 year history by welcoming a new crop of fire truck operators that features the departments first female chauffeur. Under the direction of Department Instructor Ric Hardesty, firefighters Krysta Jorgensen, Angelo Santomauro and Pete Skura successfully completed the departments comprehensive Driver Training Program, which taught them to safely and effectively drive, pump and operate five differ-

ent emergency response vehicles.

“I congratulate Krysta, Angelo and Pete on this great accomplishment,” said Department Chief Scott Dalrymple. “They will be a welcomed addition to the outstanding group of vehicle operators we have here in the Greenlawn Fire Department.”

When asked about being the first female chauffer in the department's long and distinguished history, Krysta Jorgensen remarked, “I think it’s kind of cool. It’s an important job and

something I have wanted to do since I joined the department five years ago. When I stared the course I didn’t realize that no female in the department had done it before, but I guess it is kind of a big deal. Who knows, maybe I opened the door for other women to follow.”

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On Saturday August 4, 2012, the National 9/11 Flag (national911flag.org) and the Patchogue Fire Department hosted a display of the flag in their quarters for the Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team. Also on Sunday, August 5, 2012, the flag was also displayed at the Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team in Center Moriches by the Center Moriches and the Mastic fire departments.

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Westhampton Jrs. Raise Funds for Burn Center The Westhampton Beach Fire Department juniors held their 9th Annual Car Wash on July 21, 2012. All proceeds went to the Stony Brook Burn Center in memory of Junior Reina Nash and ExChief Andy Anderson. In the photo is Spencer Torres, Camryn Bancroft, Dawson Everhart, Zach Arrasate, Zach Ellenhorn, Izzie Torres, Max Pastor, Kasey Chockalingam, Sarah Beaver, Tracy Martin, Alexus VanHelmond, Chief Chip Bancroft, Julia Thorp and Hunter Tracy.

Kneeling in the photo is Subi Chockalingam, Advisor, Paul Hoyle and Claire Beaver.

-Fire News photo by Cody Hoyle

Westhampton and Miller Place Juniors Meet The Miller Place Fire Department juniors came to visit Westhampton Beach Fire Department juniors to get information on their bullying program.

They also stayed to take part in a midnight alarm drill.

-Fire News photo by Cody Hoyle

Family Fun at the Firehouse Expo

-Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

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Family Corner East Northport Chief and Kids First Assistant Chief Joe Ervin of the East Northport Fire Department is pictured with his kids in the candy booth at the East Northport Fireman's Fair. From left, are Justin age 7, Amanda age 9, and Michael who is 11.

-Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

That’s our Grandpa!

Veteran Huntington Manor Firefighter Fred Steenson, Sr., is pictured with his grandchildren at the Huntington Manor Fireman's Fair. From left, are Delana, age 6, Freddie, age 7, and Andrew, age 3.

Their dad is Huntington Manor First Assistant Chief Fred Steenson, Jr., and their other grandfather who is his wife Laura's dad, is Ex-Chief Jim McIntosh of the Holbrook Fire Department.

-Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Fire News, September 2012, Page 59

Family Corner

While the Chief’s Away, the Kids Will Play!

While Dix Hills FD Second Assistant Chief Robert Fling was out at a recent alarm, daughters Sara, 7, left, and Courtney, 9, right, kept themselves busy in the Chief's car with their iPods.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

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Page 60, Fire News, September 2012

Babylon Chiefs Hold Training Seminar As the summer came to an end last year, the East coast of the United States including Long Island and the New York Metropolitan area were threatened with the possibility of a direct hit from the category 2, Hurricane Irene. Thankfully, it decreased in intensity to a category 1 as it made contact with our area. This unexpected Labor Day storm forced us to view our Hurricane preparedness and Emergency Management awareness.

Recently, the Town of Babylon Chief's Association hosted their annual training seminar at North Babylon Fire Headquarters. The committee selected to make hurricane preparedness and Emergency Management the topic of the evening. The speakers for the seminar were Director of Emergency Management for Suffolk County, Edward Snyder and Suffolk County Emergency Resource Coordinator, John Jordan. It should be noted that John has been appointed as the new Deputy Commisioner of Suffolk County FRES. Ed and John have both been volunteers for many years rising through the ranks of their respective departments to finally become Chief's. They also bring a vast amount of experience with Suffolk County and their knowledge is invaluable.

-Fire News photos by Brad Maier

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Babylon Chiefs Association Present Scholarships

On June 20, 2012, the Town of Babylon Chiefs Association presented Scholarships Awards to 12 recipients. Pictured from left to right are: Babylon Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer, Babylon Town Chiefs Association President Jeff Thompson, Philip Scarfi (Deer Park), Joseph Molineri (West Babylon), Amy LoCasio (North Lindenhurst), Cullen Gallagher (Lindenhurst), Ashley Haeseker (West Babylon), Amanda Donnelly (West Babylon), Alexander Wisz

(East Farmingdale), Jessica Sasuk (Babylon), Rashaad Cooper (West Babylon), Brandon Delassalle (Deer Park), Megan Campbell (West Babylon) James D'Onofrio (West Babylon), Ex-Chief Robert Kutch (Scholarship Chairman), Anthony Martinez ( Deputy Babylon Town Supervisor and Babylon Town Councilman), Thomas Donnelly (Babylon Town Councilman).

-Fire News photo by Brad Maier

Page 62, Fire News, September 2012

Wing-Off Brings Donation to Operation Wounded Warrior

Nassau Firefighters Helping Local Wounded Veterans

On June 8, 2012, the Garden City Belmont Festival was held on Seventh Street. One of the activities was the 3rd Annual Wing-Off, a contest for bragging rights for a local restaurant voted for having the best buffalo wings. Seven restaurants participated in the contest.

The proceeds from the contest was donated to Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior. At the end of the day, JP McGeevers, located on Nassau Boulevard and is owned by Ex-Chief John Casey of the Garden City F.D. was crowned the winner for the second year in a row. In the photo, Timothy Peeples, right, of the Festival committee, presents a check for $3400 raised at the contest to NCFF-OWW Chairman Joe O'Grady of the Floral Park Fire Department, while Vice-Chairman Bill Graham of the Garden City Fire Department, second from left, and Vice-Chairman Mike Kusher of the Stewart Manor Fire Department, left, join in.

Additionally, NCFF-OWW members sold over $1400 in OWW t-shirts during the event.

-Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

In June, Nassau County Firefighters-Operation Wounded Warrior donated $1500 to a fund drive by the Nassau County American Legion Auxiliary to help replace kitchen appliances for a day room for wounded veterans at the Salvation Army Residence on the grounds of Northport VA Hospital. After the Auxiliary raised $3500 of the planned $5000 needed, Nassau firefighters came through with the remaining monies. In the photo, NCFF-OWW Vice Chairman Bill Graham of the Garden City Fire Department presents the check to American Legion Auxiliary President Mary Hansen-Sterger, as Second Vice-President Patricia O'Brien and First Vice-President Dr Carol Hassett join in.

-Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

Fire News, September 2012, Page 63

Brian Farrell Receives Award at the Firehouse Expo

Brian Farrell was selected as the 2012 Fire News Outstanding Leadership Award winner for his efforts as Chairman of the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund. Brian was chosen from nominees from across the nation. The nomination was submitted by Denise Schmidt of the Hicksville Fire Department. Denise noted that “Brian has led the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund from its roots in tragedy to a fund that helps firefighters and their families everywhere.” With over 35 years of service Brian has served his community through local sports programs and the Wantagh Fire Department. After 9/11 Brian started the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund to honor the memory of his brother who perished at Ground Zero. Started as a scholarship fund, the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund has grown to eleven chapters across the United States.

“Through Brian’s leadership and hard work, firefighters and their families from communities all over the United States have been provided assistance that they would not have received otherwise.”, stated Fire News Publisher Frank C. Trotta. Brian received his award at the Firehouse Expo in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Bohemia Conducts Drill at Connetquot River State Park On Sunday, July 29, 2012, members of the Bohemia Fire Department conducted a drill at Connetquot River State Park on drafting operations. Another aspect of the drill was to size-up the buildings, determining optimal placement of the firefighting apparatus in the event of a fire. The Bohemia Fire Department would like to extend a thank you to Gil Bergen, the manager of Connetquot River State Park, for his assistance in helping us conduct the drill.

-Fire News photo by Robert Strauss

West Hempstead Has Great Drill Team Season Congratulations to the West Hempstead Westerners, who won the NYS Drill at Main-Transit. Fire News will bring you highlights of the drill in our October paper.

-Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

Fire News, September 2012, Page 65

Riverhead Invitational Drill July 21, 2012

Finished First Place Second Place Third Place Fourth Place Fifth Place

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Points 28 25 15 13 12

-Fire News photos by Mike Heller

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Nassau County Old Fashioned Tournament July 13, 2012

Finished First Second Third Fourth Fifth

Team Miller Place Malverne Amityville Rockville centre Freeport (NH)

Points 25 22 21 14 13

-Fire News photos by Alex VanSantvoord

Fire News, September 2012, Page 67

Nassau County Motorized July 14, 2012

Finished First Second Third Fourth Fifth

Team Westbury West Hempstead Port Washington Roslyn New Hyde Park

Points 25 23 18 16 10.5

-Fire News photos by Alex VanSantvoord

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Suffolk County Drill at Ridge July 14, 2012

Finished First Second Third Fourth Fifth -Fire News photo by Jim Dunn

Team Central Islip West Sayville East Islip North Lindenhurst Bay Shore

Points 31 20 19 18 16

-Fire News photos by Mike Heller

Fire News, September 2012, Page 69

ANNOUNCEMENTS (Continued from page 5)

SUFFOLK FIRE JOINT TRAINING Get ready for the Fall 2012 and Winter 2013 Suffolk Fire Joint Training. The hands-on Mini Indy evolutions will be on March 3, 2013.

We are looking for the following from your department: Are you interested in participating for the one time fee of $600 per department, which includes three lectures and the Mini Indy? Let us know if you are interested in hosting a lecture. Mike Dugan will host one of the lectures on November 4, 2012, "This Firehouse Rocks." Mike Ciampo, Truck Company Tactics and Tips and Tricks on January 13, 2012.Send us your contact name, number and e-mail address for updates to current events.

For details and more information, please contact Jim McDermott at 631413-5286 or jpmcd7766@yahoo.com or Rudy Sunderman at 631-4846041 or rsunderman@centereachfd.org.

RAYMOND M. DOWNEY HEROES CLASSIC AND APPARATUS DISPLAY Stony Brook University Athletics presents the 11th Annual Raymond M. Downey Heroes Classic. The event will be held on Saturday September 8, 2012 at 1800. Come on down to watch Stony Brook Football vs. Pace University. This event honors Chief Raymond Downey who died on September 11, 2001. Tickets are free to all firefighters, EMS and Emergency Services Personnel. Use the promo code HERO to purchase tickets online. Tickets for family and friends can also be purchased online for $6. For more information contact them at www.gosea wolves.org or call 631-632-4513. Get your red on, it's what we do!

Departments are encouraged to bring their antique apparatus for display.

Call for information.

BILLY GOLDFEDER TO SPEAK IN PATCHOGUE On September 6, 2012, the Euclid Hose Company #2 of the Patchogue Fire Department will host a firematic seminar featuring Chief Billy Goldfeder. Chief Goldfeder, who hosts www.closecalls.com, will present through video, audio and a “WAKE UP” lecture, specific and very recent fireground events, with a strong focus on dwelling fires that end with tragic results. The goal of the program is to have firefighters leave more knowledgeable, educated and informed, but most importantly “THINKING HARD” about their role, and their departments’ responsibilities in fire and rescue operations.

The seminar will be held at the Patchogue Theatre, on East Main Street in Patchogue. Cost is $65 per person, $75 at the door. Registration deadline is Thursday August 30, 2012. For information contact Captain Jim Armstead at jca1363@optonline.net or 631-484-3717.

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Receive FREE Training. Flexible Scheduling and no experience is necessary. They are accepting applications from residents of all communities. Come and find out about Suffolk County Community College scholarships.

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The members of FDNY Engine Company 303 and Ladder 126 are hosting The Princeton Street for Patrick Benefit. The benefit is to help and support firefighter Marty Gajovczyk’s four-year-old son Patrick, who is battling a rare form of brain cancer -Supratentorial Primitive Neuroectodermal.

Come to Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall, located in Wantagh, NY, on September 22, 2012. The event starts at 1500 and ends at 1900. The $50 admission charge will include an open bar, food and live music from Ready in 10, I4NI and Ryan Hunter. There will also be a Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Presale tickets are available by contacting 347-4448229. Also visit www.princetonst4patrick.com for more information.

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ARE YOU A PIO? We would like to remind our Public Information Officers that we are always happy to receive photos and stories from your department.

E-mail your photos to Li@firenews.com. Send two to three full size photo files per E-mail. Do not retouch, crop, alter or reduce your photos.

Include a brief write-up of the incident, event, or family news. We look forward to seeing your department in our next issue.

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NYS Junior Drill July 29, 2012 Finished First Second (tie) Second (tie) Fourth Fifth (tie)

Team Bay Shore Islip Lindenhurst Central Islip

Points 29 22 22 19

West Sayville/Hagerman 13

-Fire News photos by Mike Heller

Fire News, September 2012, Page 71

Hempstead Invitational Drill August 4, 2012 Finished First Second Third Fourth Fifth

Team West Sayville West Hempstead Bay Shore Central Islip North Lindenhurst

Points 29 20.5 14.5 13.5 8.5

-Fire News photos by Jim Dunn

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Obituary

Ex-Captain James Smith Mourned in Setauket On July 27, 2012, the Setauket Fire Department laid to rest Ex-Captain and Honorary Chief James R. Smith. Ex-Captain Smith was known as a tough man who had a tender heart. He was an ordinary individual who always did an outstanding job. He was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand.

When James moved to Setauket with his family in 1963, he joined the Setauket Fire Department. He was a member of Engine 9 and the Fire Police Unit for 48 years. Jim also worked for the Setauket Fire District for many years and held many positions in the Department, including the position of captain and department secretary. Ex-Captain James Smith will be missed by everyone.

-Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam

Fire News, September 2012, Page 73

Nassau County Juniors Collect Toys for Cohen’s Children’s Hospital

Nassau County Junior Firefighters Association took part in distributing toys at Cohen's Children's Hospital this summer.

Besides all the meetings and training that are done throughout the year, these kids found time to collect and distribute toys at the hospital when they found out they were in need. Over 70 juniors, along with 18 advisors delivered over 100 toys that day. A lot of work went into this effort with special thanks to Advisor Patty

Seifert from the East Rockaway Juniors for organizing the collection and Advisor Frank Ceglio from the Bethpage Juniors for coordinating the contact and drop off, along with them and their juniors, were juniors and advisors from East Norwich, Garden City Park, Massapequa, Plandome, Plainview, and Wantagh.

The Nassau County Junior Firefighter Association is made up of most of the junior groups throughout Nassau County. They come

together about six times a year for meetings, two times a year for training and whenever different community service needs are asked of them.

This is above what each of their individual departments do. There are 37 junior groups that are part of the association that has roughly 900 juniors firefighters. To see more of what they do visit them online at www.ncjfa.org or Like them "ncjfa" on Facebook.

-Fire News photo by Jerry Presta

Page 74, Fire News, September 2012

Obituary

E. Northport Ex-Chief Leroy ‘Roy’ Kennedy Mourned The East Northport Fire Department mourned the loss of their most senior and currently oldest active member, Ex-Chief Leroy “Roy” Kennedy who passed away July 12, 2012 at the age of 92. Roy’s service to the department and community spanned nearly 64 years, and in that time he served as Hook & Ladder Company Lieutenant and Captain from 1952-1958, Assistant Chief from 1958-1960, moving up to Chief of the Department from 1960-1962, a job he fulfilled with distinction and honor.

After leaving the Chief’s office, Roy was later elected to the Board of Fire Commissioners in 1972 and served for ten years. He was also the Department Chaplain as well as the Chaplain for the Town of Huntington Fire Chief’s Council, and offered members a quiet faith and gentleness of spirit by bringing a great deal of comfort to those he touched.

During his years of service, Roy was selected to receive the Firefighter of the Year Award three times.

In 2008 at the department’s 100th Anniversary installation, Roy was honored for 60 years of dedicated service and received many awards and honors. Many may remember Roy as the firefighter who rang the Memorial Bell at Headquarters during Department services and as the Master of Ceremonies for many years at the Annual Fireman’s Fair.

Roy was a WWII veteran and served with the U.S. Air Force B-29 Group in the Pacific Theatre. He worked as a Superintendent of construction with LILCO for 38 years, responsible for much of the electrical infrastructure across the island.

Roy was predeceased by his beloved wife Joy, and was married for 55 years. He is survived by his sons Roy, Richard, Ex-Captain of the Terryville FD, and Michael, Chief of the Yaphank FD, and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Wake services were held at Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home in Northport, with Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church in East Northport. Interment followed at St. Philip Neri Cemetery.

-Fire News photos by Steve Silverman

Fire News, September 2012, Page 75

Expendables Motorcycle Club Holds Poker Run On July 29th the Expendables Motorcycle Club held the First Annual Poker Run to benefit the Fisher House. The Fisher House program is a unique private-public partnership that supports America's military in their time of need.

Because members of the military and their families are stationed worldwide and must often travel great distances for specialized medical care, Fisher House Foundation donates "comfort homes" built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers. These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful time-during hospitalization for an unexpected illness, disease, or injury.

Despite the threat of bad weather, a good number of riders came out to support this cause, showing their dedication to the men and women of our armed services that have given so much of themselves. The route took them from Holbrook Fire Department Station Two, down Sunrise Highway, with a scenic ride to Suffolk Harley Davidson, then on to the VA hospital at Northport and then to the Stony Brook boat works, ending at Irish Times in Holbrook with a fantastic after party.

The poker run was a huge success raising much needed funds to continue the mission of Fisher House. Many prizes were given away including an HDTV 50/50 and many Sobieski Vodka Prizes. We would like to congratulate all our winners and even some of the not so lucky riders that attended. We certainly look forward to seeing everyone next year.

We would like to thank the following sponsors, WBAB, Cavalier and Associates, Sobieski

Vodka, Cara Garafolo for designing the flyers, Holbrook Fire District Board of commissioners the Officers and Members, Irish Times, Manhattan Beer, Finishing Touch, and the bands Train Wreck, Smokey Bones, and Krispy Lettuce band.

The club is made up of true friendship, respect, and brotherhood. We believe that family and work comes first, club second. We wanted a club that would promote camaraderie and loyalty between all law enforcement, military, fire, EMS and other service personnel. They ride in remembrance of the honor and sacrifice of our brothers who gave their lives to help others in support of this Great Nation.

-Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone

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Suffolk County Regional Emergency Medical Services Council Survey Attention ALL Suffolk County Emergency Medical Service Providers;

Please fill out and return the following survey to the Subcommittee via e-mail, surface mail, carrier pigeon or by any means necessary, to the below address. Call me and we can meet at Dunkin Donuts and sit down for a face to face. The members of Suffolk REMSCO are here to help. We need to know how

we can help you. Your answers will help us know if we're going in the right direction.

Please answer these questions from an EMS perspective only, as an EMS provider reference your EMS service. The survey is anonymous. Space is left below for you to provide a name, e-mail or cell phone if you would like to talk. If you do, I will call you to get your thoughts. Our meetings are held at the

Dennison Building on Veteran's Highway in Hauppauge. They are on the third Tuesday of the odd numbered months at 1930. Come down and tell us what you think. You are always welcome and we usually have cookies.

Thanks, Tom Cronogue, Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee, Suffolk REMSCO

SUFFOLK REMSCO RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION SURVEY How satisfied are you with EMS as a vocation? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with your agency's recruit/probationary training? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with your agency? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with your agency's help in obtaining outside training (FRES, EMS Classes, etc.) __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with your current ambulance vehicle(s)? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your issued personal protective equipment? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's choice of medical equipment? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's logistics (supply, restocking/inventory, etc.) __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's ambulance building and quarters? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency building's geographic placement, (response time, central placement in response area, etc.) __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with your agency's ongoing training (CME, CEU, conferences, etc.) __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's Standard Operating Procedures? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's Workplace Safety Training program? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with your agency's enforcement of Workplace Safety? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with the statement, "I feel very comfortable in my agency." ? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied How satisfied are you with the statement, "My agency has good leadership." ? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

JULY, 2012

How satisfied are you with the statement," I am doing my job to the best of my potential."? __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with the statement, "My agency upholds generally accepted professional standards." __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with the statement "I feel safe doing my job." __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

How satisfied are you with the statement, "I feel I meet the standards of my profession." __ Very __ Somewhat satisfied __ No opinion __ Somewhat dissatisfied __ Very dissatisfied

Please submit below any comment you want to offer reference the above topics. Attach additional pages as necessary. _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ What type of EMS Agency do you belong to? a. Fire Department EMS b. Volunteer Ambulance Corps c. Other _________________ Approximately how many calls does your agency handle per year? ___ How many members (EMS) does your agency have?______ How old are you? a. 18-25 b. 25-34 c. 35-44 d. 45-54 e. 55-64 f. 65+

How long have you been in EMS? a. 1-10 years b. 11-20 years c. 21-30 years d. 30+ years

Name (OPTIONAL) _____________________________________________ E-MAIL (OPTIONAL) ____________________________________________ PHONE (OPTIONAL)____________________________________________ Should you wish to discuss this further with REMSCO, please contact the Chair, Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee at: Tom Cronogue R&R Subcommittee, REMSCO WWHAC Box 529 Wheatley Heights, NY 11798 Tcronogue@WWHAC.com 631-806-4707

Fire News, September 2012, Page 77

Wounded Warrior’s Amputee Softball Team Visit’s Holbrook The Wounded Warrior's Amputee Softball Team paid a visit to the Holbrook Fire Department on August 3, 2012. The softball team visited Holbrook to thank the department and the companies, along with individual members for donations and their support.

-Fire News photos by David Rubin

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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

Members of the Coram Fire Department after a recent worker.

-Fire News photo by Dennis Whittam

Members of the Hicksville Fire Department Fire Police Unit.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

The Oscar Mayer weiner mobile stopped for a photo op with the ladder crews from Medford and Middle Island.

-Fire News photo by Thomas Donofrio

The Massapequa Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary helps out at the Canoe 4 Kids fundraiser.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

East Meadow Fire Department’s FAST Unit at recent Hicksville job.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Bay Shore Fire Department Rescue 8 and Engine 3 crews after Sunrise Highway "pin job" that occurred on July 30, 2012.

-Fire News photo by John Ippolito, Jr.

Members of the Wantagh Fire Department.

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Members of the Bay Shore Fire Department Rescue 8 and Engine 3 after a successful extrication.

-Fire News photo by John Ippolito, Jr.

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