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In this issue... Fast Moving Flames Stopped in Valley Stream The Valley Stream Fire Department responded to a house fire which appears to have started in the basement. See story page 20
Two Dog’s Escape Copiague Blaze The Copiague Fire Department was alerted for a house fire. All of the occupants, including two dogs, escaped uninjured. See story page 35
Larry Schneckenburger Retires from FDNY Friends and relatives gathered in celebration for Larry Schneckenburger who retired from FDNY. See story page 48
Firematic Jaws of Life Tournament Held Hosted by Firematic, the worlds best rescue teams competed at Fireman’s Park in Ridge. See story page 54
‘Badge of Courage’ Gala Held The Badge of Courage Dinner was held at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center. See story page 67
Hicksville Fire Department Mourns Ernie Albert
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Actions Speak Louder than Words It is hard to believe that election season is upon us. It is that time of year that many fire and rescue departments hold nominations and elections for new officers who will lead us through the next year. I am always disturbed when the department bylaws come out and are scrutinized and debated to accommodate candidates who may not have met their obligation to obtain the necessary training to be a leader. To me, it is simple: company and department officers should be the people who are active members of a department, and who train and educate themselves on a consistent basis so that they can be true leaders. The next thing we have to participate in is the election of our political leaders. Do you know who your political leaders are? Do you know who the politicians are that support you as first responders 100 percent of the time? In today's age, you can't make everyone happy, but you be need to know who your political leaders are and you need to strike up intelligent conversations with them when you meet them at various functions. Ask questions! There is an organization that represents you. It is the Congressional Fire
Services Institute. Go to their Website at www.cfsi.org and it. Learn about what is going on in the political arena that directly affects you, the first responder. On their Website is a link w w w. c f s i . o rg / C o n g r e s s _ L e g i s lation/write_to_congress.cfm. The Webpage has sample letters and links to locate the contact information for your congressman and senator. Do not be afraid to ask questions that directly have an impact on the fire service. Debating political issues in the firehouse is not productive unless you ask your elected officials for an explanation of their decisions. The same holds true for your department officials. Stop complaining and come forward with questions. Whether you are a political leader or a future leader of your company, promise yourself one thing: you will do your best to represent the people who have supported you and who have put you into office. Being a true leader is a commitment to yourself and to your supporters that you will not let them down. Good luck to everyone who has stepped up to the plate to be our new leaders. Remember, actions speak louder than words!
ANNOUNCEMENTS HELP DENNIS GUNNING OF THE MANHASSETT-LAKEVILLE F.D. On September 6, 2012, Manhasset-Lakeville F.D. Firefighter Dennis Gunning suffered a traumatic neck injury which rendered him paralyzed. While Dennis remains positive, his long term prognosis for a complete recovery is not yet known. What is known is his road to recovery is paved with long days of rehabilitation and mounting bills. A fund raiser will be held on November 29, 2012, at The Inn at New Hyde Park from 1900 until 2300. Tickets are $70 per person which includes food, open bar and music. There will be t-shirts available for sale, a Chinese Auction as well as a 50/50 and prize raffle. All proceeds from this event will go to the Gunning Family Fund. If you need more tickets or need any additional information you can contact Tim Gould at 516-466-4418 ext. 723 or Dan Iglesias at 516-338-1976, email us at helpdennistees@gmail.com, or visit our Facebook event page at FIREMAN DOWN, DENNIS GUNNING. All donation checks can be made payable to: M-LFD Company 4-Gunning Family Fund and sent to M-LFD Gunning Family Fund, 170 East Shore Road, Great Neck, New York 11023.
BUY A BRICK IN SOUTHOLD The Southold Town Chiefs Council, with the cooperation of the Town of Southold, is in the process of building a lasting tribute to volunteer firefighters from all over the North Fork who have died in the line of duty. The Memorial Committee is inviting you to buy a $100 tax deductible brick that will encircle the 9/11 memorial located at Jean Cochran Park in Peconic. Each 4" x 8" brick can be appropriately engraved with three lines (14 spaces per line) of information. For more information visit the Southold Town Fire Chiefs Council at www.southoldtownchiefs.com.
VIGIANO BROTHERS' BRAVEST AND FINEST SKI EVENT The Vigiano Brothers' Bravest and Finest Ski Event will be held January 6 to 9, 2013. Ski-In/Ski-Out at Snow Mountain Lodge. For information contact John T. Vigiano at 631-242-7479, Frank Ancona at 718-986-9822, David Donatelli at 718-430-0233, Rich Remon at 917-450-4731, Bob Allen at 631- 332-2094, John Graziano at 917-297-0309, Thomas Burke at 516-840-0505, Carolyn Brown at 516-9847776 or John Nugent at 201-376-9154.
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, will host “Truck Company Tactics and Tips and Tricks,” on January 13, 2012. Send us your contact name, number and email 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 631-484-6041 or rsunderman@centereach fd.org.
SOUTHOLD TOWN VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL TO BE DEDICATED The Southold Town Fire Chiefs Council will hold a ceremony to dedicate the Southold Town Volunteer Firefighters' Memorial. The Memorial honors members from all Southold town fire departments who have died in the line of duty. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at 1300 at Jean Cochran Park on Peconic Lane, Peconic. In the event of rain, the ceremony will be held at the town recreation center on Peconic Lane. The public is invited to attend. Seven members who died in the line of duty will be commemorated. They include Eugene P. Lessard (Mattituck Fire Department), James Parker Wickham (Cutchogue Fire Department), Keith Purcell (Southold Fire Department), George P. Matthias, Richard Sycz, and Edward Bellefountaine (Greenport Fire Department), and Frederick Gagen (East Marion Fire Department). The Southold Town Fire Chiefs Council consists of current and past chiefs from the Mattituck, Cutchogue, Southold, Greenport, East Marion, Orient, Fishers Island, and Plum Island fire departments.
WEST BABYLON TO HOLD CHINESE AUCTION The West Babylon Fire Department Rescue Unit is hosting a Chinese Auction on Friday, November 9, 2012. It will be held at the West Babylon Fire Department Headquarters, 126 Arnold Ave, West Babylon. Doors open at 1830 and the auction will begin at 1930. There is an $8 dollar entry fee. There will be free coffee/tea and cake. There will be many items to choose from. For more information call 631-6699822.
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Daniel Lowe Earns Eagle Scout Badge Daniel Lowe successfully completed his Eagle Board of Review in March, officially making him an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. Daniel’s Eagle Court of Honor was on Sunday, October 14, 2012, at the East Islip Fire Department. Daniel is a member of Troop 205, sponsored by the Great River Fire Department, under the direction of Scoutmaster Mark Businski. On his “road to Eagle.” Daniel has served the troop as Troop Guide, Bugler, Scribe, Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader. Daniel is also a member of the Order of the Arrow, the Boy Scout Honorary Camping Society. As Daniel reflected on his scouting experience, he recently said, “My life has been drastically changed through scouting, from the friends I have to the activities I am in. It has made me realize I want to become an engineer, it has kept me musically active and it has taught me a love of the outdoors. While I am always looking excitedly to the future — to college and further in life, — I will always keep the ideals of scouting close, knowing what my life has become with scouts and everything I would have missed without it.” Daniel is a senior at East Islip High School, where he is involved in a variety of clubs, organizations, and music groups. He is the vice president of the Math Honors Society, a member of the Math Team, and S.T.A.R.S (Students Together Achieving Responsibility and Success) — a community service club — and was a member of the Junior National Honor Society. Daniel also plays on the school's Varsity tennis team. Music has been an important part of Daniel’s high school education as he is first chair for trumpet in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Pep Band, and class representative and member of the Concert Band. Community Service has been a part of Daniel’s personal and troop life, where he has participated in many Eagle Service Projects within Troop 205. With Daniel’s interests in electronics and computers, his desire is to pursue mechanical and computer engineering in college next fall, after graduation in June 2013. Daniel is the son of Faith and Robert Lowe of Islip Terrace. Daniel's father is an Assistant Scoutmaster in Troop 205. Daniel’s sister, Samantha, is currently a sophomore at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
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Burn Out In Wantagh
Wantagh firefighters were called out early Monday morning, October 15, 2012, for a reported odor of smoke in the vicinity of North Jerusalem Road and Oakfield Avenue. Engine 4 traveling west on North Jerusalem picked up an odor of wood burning about three blocks from the scene. Engine 7 traveling north on Oakfield Avenue did not smell the smoke, but saw the glow as they approached Oakfield Avenue. Engine 7 reported "we have a house fire on Oakfield" as Engine 4 picked up a hydrant and laid in. Both units arrived to a one-and-a-half-story frame, ranch style home that was fully involved. All hands went to work as they awaited the arrival of additional units. Four lines were stretched to extinguish the fire. The home which was vacant and for sale was heavily damaged. There were no injuries and the Nassau County Fire Marshals Office and Nassau County Police Arson Squad were notified for an investigation. -Fire News photos by Harry Loud and Paul Mazza
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Flames Knocked Out in Setauket The Setauket Fire Department was call to a garage fire Tuesday afternoon on Robin Court in Setauket. Chief Tom Makarius was the first chief on scene. After sizing up the fire he determined that a fire suppression device would likely react well to extinguish the flames in a closed-in area. Upon its release, a major part of the fire was suppressed. This left clean up to firemen from all three Setauket firehouses, which took about 10 minutes. A hose crew entered the front of the house and pushed the fire towards the garage. A second group went into the garage after forcing open the doors to gain access from the front of the house. The fire was under control in short order and damage was primarily limited to the garage and a laundry room. The origin of the fire is under investigation by Brookhaven Fire Marshalls. Responding to the mutual aid call were Stony Brook, Centereach, Nesconset and the Saint James fire departments. While the alarm was occurring, the Port Jefferson and the Terryville fire departments responded to other alarms in the Setauket fire district. -Fire News photos by Robert O'Rourk and Ron Monteleone
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Quick Knockdown in North Massapequa On September 4, 2012, the North Massapequa Fire Department responded to a house fire on North Hickory Street. The fire was quickly knocked down and no injuries were reported for the incident. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
Smoke Condition Found in Franklin Square The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department responded to the report of smoke coming from a house on the evening of Sunday, September 16, 2012. Arriving units found a heavy smoke condition on the second floor of the small frame private dwelling on Holzheimer Street. The occupant of the home was removed to the street as firefighters moved in to extinguish the fire. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Where There’s Smoke There’s Fire The Hempstead Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire on the evening of Sunday, September 30, 2012. Arriving at the Rose Avenue home, units found a smoke condition on the second floor. Hose lines were stretched and a fire, that may have originated in a bathroom and traveled up the walls, was quickly extinguished. Chief Clark was in command of the operation. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
Heavy Smoke Found on Arrival in Lakeview The Lakeview Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire on Langdon Boulevard on September 26, 2012. The first arriving Chief reported a heavy smoke condition throughout the house and that all occupants had been removed to safety. Lines were stretched and companies moved to the seat of the fire. Mutual aid companies from surrounding towns were called to the scene to help bring the fire under control. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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On September 3, 2012, the Levittown Fire Department responded to a basement fire in the OTB building on Hempstead Turnpike. An exterior fire had extended into the basement of the building and was quickly extinguished. The East Meadow Fire Department was called to the scene as the FAST unit. Two people suffered smoke inhalation one was transported to NUMC. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
On Monday September 10, 2012, the Hempstead Fire Department battled a fire in a storage trailer at the rear of the Home Goods store on Peninsula Boulevard. The blaze caused employees and customers of the building to be evacuated to the street due to a heavy smoke condition. County Fire Marshals were on scene to investigate a cause. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Good Stop at Dix Hills Blaze The Dix Hills Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Chaffey Court at 1737 on Friday, October 5, 2012. Upon arrival, Third Assistant Chief Tom Napolitano reported a heavy smoke condition and retoned for the 35. Four engines, a quint, and three ambulances responded with 50 firefighters and rescue personnel. The blaze was quickly controlled, causing fire damage to an attached garage and den, with smoke damage throughout the house. Greenlawn provided an engine and Melville an ambulance for standby. No injuries were reported, and the Huntington Fire Marshal is investigating. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Farmingdale Knocks Out Trailer Fire
On September 19, 2012, the Farmingdale Fire Department was alerted for a trailer fire at the Bethpage State Park. Upon arrival of Assistant Chiefs Tortoso and Ryan located the fire that was visible under an office trailer belonging to the Barclay Golf Tournament. The fire was well involved in the exposure 2-3 corner and extending into the main part of the trailer. The crews from first due Engine 923 and Engine 921 stretched two lines, while the crew from Ladder 926 laddered, vented and searched the building. The fire was brought under control in about 20 minutes with no reported injuries. Mutual aid was requested from the South Farmingdale Fire Department for an engine and the East Farmingdale Fire Company for the RIT assignment. First Assistant Chief Tortoso was in charge. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza and Kevin Imm
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Second Floor Fire Beat in Merrick The Merrick Fire Department responded to the report of a house fire with people trapped on the morning of Monday, September 10, 2012. Units arrived at the Bedford Avenue home to find a fire on the second floor and the occupant already out. Engine companies stretched one line to extinguish the blaze, while truck members searched and ventilated the home. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
Uniondale Attacks Fully Involved Structure Fire On September 13, 2012, the Uniondale Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Braxton Road around 2300. Chief of Department Lebron was first on the scene and encountered a fully involved house fire with all occupants out safely. Engine 7533 and Ladder 7544 were the first-due engine and ladder. Multiple lines were stretched and 7544 put its ladder to the roof. The house was completely gutted in the fast moving fire that took about an hour to bring under control. Mutual aid was requested to the scene from North Bellmore for a FAST Unit. Hempstead responded with a ladder and Roosevelt responded with an engine. Additional mutual aid was requested to standby from Roosevelt, South Hempstead and Westbury. The cause of the fire is under investigation. -Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
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Fire Destroys Residential Home
Recently, fast moving fire destroyed a residential home on Forest Road in Centereach. Arriving units found that the structure was fully involved with flames blowing through the roof. Under the command of Chief Stephen Corvaia, firefighters quickly knocked down the fire. Mutual aid from the Selden Fire Department assisted at the call. The home owner was transported to Stony Brook Hospital with burns. Two firefighters were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The fire is under investigation by Town of Brookhaven Fire Marshal's Office. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone
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Community Ambulance Crew Saves Life On Monday, September 17, 2012, at 2028, Community Ambulance was dispatched to a reported elderly female experiencing chest pain in the hamlet of West Sayville. Upon arrival at the home, the basic life support crew was met outside by a family member who stated that the patient was not breathing. When the crew entered the home, they quickly assessed the patient and determined that she was in cardiac arrest. Without hesitation, the members initiated cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), attached an automated external defibrillator (AED), and began assisting the patient's ventilations. After one shock was administered, two advanced life support providers arrived at the scene and began their interventions. By this time, the patient has regained a palpable pulse, and CPR was discontinued. The crew prepared the patient for transport to the hospital, and continued to assist with her ventilations.
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pany was dispatched to a reported male unconscious at a business in the town of Bohemia. Upon arrival, the crew discovered a male in cardiac arrest, with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) being performed by coworkers. The members took over and began advanced life support interventions. Due to their rapid response and superior skill level, this patient not only regained a pulse, but also has since made a full recovery. This situation is a perfect real-life illustration of the American Heart Associations Chain of Survival, which includes early CPR, as well as early advanced care. Community Ambulance is proud to have these members as a part of their team. The crew of this alarm consisted of Paramedic Christopher Gonzales, EMT-CC Tom Fealey, EMT James MacDonell, EMT Rachel Ferlin, EMT Brad Marcinek, EMT Paul Mastronardi, and EMT Christina Kelly. All of those involved should be extremely proud of themselves for a job well done.
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Fast Moving Flames Stopped in Valley Stream
The Valley Stream Fire Department responded to a house fire on Viola Street on October 7, 2012. Five people and a dog were all able to escape the blaze with only minor injuries. Mutual aid from the Elmont, Malverne, Hewlett, Lawrence Cedarhurst, Woodmere, Lynbrook and Meadowmere Park fire departments assisted battling the blaze, which appeared to have started in the basement. The quick moving fire also damaged a detached garage and two autos, which were parked in the driveway. The Nassau County Fire Marshal is investigating the cause. It took firefighters over an hour to bring the fire under control with overhaul operations taking an additional two hours. -Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber Brian Grogan, and Lou Minutoli
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Propane Fuels North Babylon Fire
At approximately 1100 on Friday, September 28, 2012, the North Babylon Fire Company was activated for a house fire on Fulton Street. With a firefighter on scene confirming a working fire, mutual aid requests immediately went out to West Babylon for an engine to the scene, Wyandanch for the RIT assignment. Wyandanch was put to work as a truck company as was East Farmingdale due to
volume of fire on both floors of the house and attic. Deer Park was called to fill the RIT assignment as other firefighters battled a heavy fire load being fed by three 100 pound propane tanks in the rear of the home. West Babylon engine 1-9-6 and North Babylon engine 1-8-4 stretched four lines to the house and to cool the tanks. The fire took about an hour to bring
under control. The house was heavily damaged and one firefighter was transported to Stony Brook University Medical Center and later released with burns to the neck. Additional mutual aid for an ambulance was provided by the Wyandanch Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corps. The cause of the fire is under investigation. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza
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Odor Creates Hazmat Situation in Medford
On October 4, 2012, the Medford Fire Department was activated for an unknown chemical odor inside of the Comfort Inn located on Route 112. Medford's first assistant chief arrived on scene and had all units pack up before entering the build. Command requested mutual aid from Holtsville, Farmingville, North Patchogue and Gordon Heights. All units assisted in the evacuation of the entire hotel. Readings were taken through out the building and no hazardous substance was found. Units vented the building. The Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal's Office also responded to assist with the operaton. -Fire News photos by David Rubin
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Car Fire Threatens Store in Mastic On September 25, 2012, the Mastic Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire at the shopping center located on Montauk Highway. Assistant Chief Greg Amato, arrived and found a fully involved SUV on fire. The fire was starting to extend to a storefront. Chief Amato assigned units to handle fire extinguishment of the SUV and the extension to the storefront. He ordered the ladder to vent, enter and search for any possible occupants. Captain Sunderman directed fire and search crews. During the search operations the team found two occupants in the music store. Units from Mastic Beach and the Brookhaven Fire Department assisted with the call. Also responding were Mastic Ambulance, SCPD Arson, and the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshall. -Fire News photo by Mike Guarino
Mineola Firefighters Knock Down Fire at Ex-Chief's Home On October 9, 2012, a fire broke out at the home of Mineola Fire Department Ex-Chief Richard Kotowski. The fire consumed the front portion of the home. Firefighters from Mineola, Williston Park, Garden City Park, Westbury, Garden City and New Hyde Park responded to the scene of the fire, which is reportedly electrical in nature. The fire was brought under control without incident. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Plane Crash Occurs in East Hampton
Car Fire on Altamont Avenue SC
The East Hampton Fire Department was dispatched to the East Hampton Airport for a report of a plane crash. Upon arrival, it was determined that a small single-engine low-wing Mooney aircraft had encountered trouble immediately after takeoff and the pilot had unsuccessfully tried to turn the plane around before crashing into the woods adjacent to the airport. The pilot and his passenger were pulled away from the crash site as the aircraft caught fire by good Samaritans. Firefighters from the Bridgehampton and Sag Harbor fire departments assisted with the call. The East Hampton Volunteer Ambulance administered emergency medical services at the scene. Both occupants are expected to make a full recovery. -Fire News photo by Mike Heller
On September 13, 2012, the Sea Cliff Fire Department received a call for a car fire on Altamont Avenue. When First Assistant Chief Ernie Longobucco and Second Assistant Chief Mark Vitale arrived at the scene, they determined that they had a car fire next to a house without extension into the house. First due engine #572 arrived and picked up a hydrant at the corner of Berkley and Altamont Avenues. Firefighters then stretched a hose to the rear side of the house where the car was on fire. They were able to quickly extinguish the fire without any damage to the house or the adjacent property. The chiefs also called for Ladder truck #576. Fortunately within a few minutes the fire was under control and extinguished. -Fire News photo by Carol Griffin
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Smoke Shows in Hempstead
The Hempstead Fire Department was called to the scene of a smoky house fire on the afternoon of October 7, 2012. A fire had broken out on the third floor of a three- story residence on Burr Avenue. An attack line was quickly stretched and the fire was promptly extinguished. The West Hempstead Fire Department acted as the FAST unit. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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‘Food on the Stove’ in Hempstead The Hempstead Fire Department responded to the report of smoke in an apartment at 145 Terrace Avenue on the afternoon of Sunday, October 14, 2012. Firefighters at the scene discovered food burning on the stove in a first floor apartment. The apartment was vented and units were released. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
Brush Burns in Bethpage On July 17, 2012, the Bethpage Fire Department responded to a brush fire on the old Grumman Aerospace property and the LIRR tracks. The fire was quickly extinguished and extensive overhaul was needed to completely douse the fire. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
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Dogs Escape Copiague Blaze
Just after midnight on Saturday, October 6, 2012, the Copiague Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Buena Vista Boulevard. Chief of Department Wellington was first on the scene and transmitted a working fire, as heavy fire was showing from the 3-4 exposure on the first floor of the home. All of the occupants were out safely but reported that two dogs were missing. One dog was located by Suffolk County Police and handed over to a neighbor; the second dog was located on the first floor of the house during searches. Both dogs were checked at the scene and seemed uninjured. Engine 1-3-9 was first due and picked up hydrant on the way into the scene and stretched two lines, second due Engine 1-3-5 hit a second hydrant and stretched one line. The crews from Ladder 1-3-4 and Lindenhurst Ladder 1-6-4 who was requested for RIT laddered the building while 1-3-4's crew searched the home and vented it. The fire was knocked down and brought under control in about 40 minutes -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza
Long Stretch Overcome in East Hampton The East Hampton Fire Department was called out to Long Lane at 1304 on September 13, 2012, for a report of a possible structure fire, as reported by an East Hampton firefighter who happened to be passing the scene. Upon arrival first responding units found the exterior of a storage garage and office for J & R Landscaping involved, with fire extending up into the ridge and ductwork of the building. Mutual aid was called from the Amagansett Fire Department and the Sag Harbor Fire Department provided RIT support. The Springs Fire Department stood by at East Hampton's headquarters. Firefighters were on the scene for nearly three hours. The fire was difficult to access. and firefighters had to lay nearly 3,000 feet of hose to reach the nearest hydrant. Once the initial problems were overcome, firefighters were able to knock the fire down quickly with no reported injuries. -Fire News photos by Mike Heller
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Setauket Juniors Visit NYC Recently, the Setauket Fire Department Juniors visited New York City. The day trip included a visit to Fireboat 343, the NYC Firefighter Museum on Spring Street and a visit to Rescue 1. At the museum, the Setauket Juniors had a lesson on fire safety and also learned about how it was to fight fires in the old days. -Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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Badala and Thuma Recognized in Islip At the Annual Islip Town Chiefs Brunch, two members received Town of Islip Citations for their service to the organization and their communities. Past President Joseph Badala and Ex-Chief Stanley Thuma were congratulated for their service. In the photo is Councilman Steve Flotteron, Past President of Islip Town Chiefs Council Joseph Badala, Ex Chief Stanley Thuma, Supervisor Ton Croci and President of Islip Town Chiefs Council Robert Hulse -Fire News photo by Bob Coppola
Chief of Sayville Community Ambulance Receives Award The Town of Islip recently presented Jamie Atkinson with the Chick Pizzurro Volunteer Award in recognition of his outstanding service to the youth of the Town of Islip. Jamie is currently the Chief of Sayville Community Ambulance. Presenting the award are Councilman Steve Flotteron, Receiver of Taxes Alexis Weik, Councilman Anthony Senft, Jamie Atkinson, Deputy Supervisor Trish Bergin Weichbrodt, and Councilman John Cochrane. -Fire News photo by Bob Coppola
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Suffolk Burn Center Holds Fundraiser at Martha Clara Vineyards The Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center, which is located at SUNY Stony Brook Medical Center, held their annual fundraiser at Martha Clara Vineyards. The well-attended event was once again a night of fun and recognition. One of the highlights of the evening was when a check was presented to the Burn Center by the North Babylon Fire Department. In the top photo, from left to right, is Anthony LaFerrera, Mike Impellizzeri, Steven’s Grandmother Nancy, Steven Impellizzeri, North Babylon Fire Company President Mike Stenson, Tom Cronogue, Alexa, Jim Harrington and FRES Deputy Commissioner John Jordan. -Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND Huntington Manor Pile-Up Seven Injured in Church Injures Four Van, SUV Crash
The Huntington Manor Fire Department and Huntington Community First Aid Squad along with Suffolk Police were activated for a crash on Jericho Turnpike and Cooper Avenue, at 0714 on Saturday, September 29, 2012. The four-car crash resulted in four injuries, and Manor crews used heavy rescue tools to extricate several of the occupants by removing doors and the B-post. About 45 firefighters and EMS personnel were on the scene with three heavy rescue trucks, an engine, three ambulances and a first responder unit. Huntington Manor Chief Gary Hatton directed operations. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
An MVA occurred on September 29, 2012 in Huntington Station. The accident occurred on Park Avenue and East Fifth Street. The Huntington Manor Fire Department and Huntington Community First Aid Squad were dispatched, with additional ambulances requested from the Greenlawn and Centerport FDs. Seven patients were transported, with one critically injured. The call was under the command of Huntington Manor Third Assistant Chief Mike DePasquale and Huntington Community First Deputy Chief David Mohr. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
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EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND Car Overturns in Long Beach On Saturday October 3, 2012, the Long Beach Fire Department responded to the corners of Long Beach Boulevard and East Olive Street for a report of an overturned auto with a female trapped inside. When the first arriving unit was on scene it was confirmed the female was out of the auto. She was transported to Long Beach Hospital with minor injuries. -Fire News photo by Bill Bennett
Three Injured in South Farmingdale South Farmingdale firefighters under command of Chief of Department Purpora responded to a two-car accident that injured three people on September 29, 2012 at the intersection of Merritts Road and Motor Avenue. A Ford Explorer and Audi A4 collided, sending the Explorer into a parking lot with the driver trapped in the vehicle. The crew from Heavy Rescue 979 put the hydraulic tools into operation and freed the driver in about 10 minutes. -Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
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Flames Halted in Setauket
On October 13, 2012, the Setauket Fire Department was called out for a fire in a home on Old Town Road. Utilizing hooks and the thermal imaging camera, firefighters quickly located the flames and were able to stop the spread of the fire that was in a wall and in the ceiling of the home. The fire appears to have started near the fireplace. The Terryville Fire Department responded to the call on the RIT assignment and the Port Jefferson Fire Department covered the Setauket fire district during the call. -Fire News photo by Dennis Whittam
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Car Hits Tree in Dix Hills The Dix Hills Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Deer Park Road near Sabrina Court, Sunday, October 7, at 1509. The driver of a Mercury Grand Marquis suffered non-life threatening injuries after the car lost control and struck a tree. The patient was transported to Huntington Hospital by the Dix Hills Rescue Squad. About 35 firefighters and EMS personnel were on the scene with three heavy rescue trucks, an engine, ambulance, first responder and paramedic units, under the command of Chief Richard Granahan. - Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Driver Injured As Car Was Pushed Into a Tree A driver was injured late in the afternoon on October 7, 2012, after a two vehicle collision occurred at the corner of Hilton Avenue and Fourth Street in Garden City. Firefighters were called to the scene to extricate the woman, who was trapped after her car was pushed into a tree. Nassau County EMS ambulance transported the injured to Winthrop Hospital. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Car Burns in Baldwin The Baldwin Fire Department responded to the corners of Sunrise Highway and Central Avenue for the report of a car fire. When the first engine arrived, the call was confirmed as a working car fire. There were no injuries and the fire department quickly put the fire out. -Fire News photo by Bill Bennett
Motorcyclist Injured in Bethpage On September 21, 2012 at 1753, the Bethpage Fire Department responded to numerous calls for a motorcycle MVA on Stewart Avenue. Arriving units found a motorcycle and a car that had collided, with the motorcyclist injured. He was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Crews cleaned up the fluid spills at the scene. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
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Larry Schneckenburger Retires from FDNY Close friends, family and colleagues of Larry Schneckenburger recently joined him at his FDNY retirement party held at the Commack Fire Department. Larry started his career with the FDNY at Engine 231 in 1984, and then in 1990 moved across to Ladder 120, one of the busiest companies in the city that serves the Brownsville and East New York section of Brooklyn. Larry started his firematic career with the Commack Fire Department in 1977, and moved up the officers ranks to become Chief of the Department from 1994-1995. He was involved with the training committee and serves as the Department Historian, having authored the 100th anniversary history book in 2006. Larry is also a member of the Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Larry was decorated and recognized numerous times with awards for lifesaving actions during his career. Over 200 people attended to congratulate Larry for a dedicated career, and he was toasted by his former Captain, John Calamari. Special thanks to Larry's wife Patty, and sons Dean and Matt for planning the celebration. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman
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Tools Put to Work in Selden The Selden Fire Department was activated for a motor vehicle accident with a reported overturn requiring a heavy rescue operation. Selden dispatch advised units that a police officer on scene was advising of a confirmed overturn with the driver trapped. Units arrived and stabilized the vehicle with jacks. The units used hydraulic extrication equipment to remove the roof and extricate the victim. -Fire News photos by David Rubin
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25th Annual Fire Department Safety Officers Association Apparatus Symposium Moves to New Location
The Fire Department Safety Officer Association is celebrating its 25th Annual Apparatus Specification and Vehicle Maintenance and Safety Symposium , January 20-23, 2013, by moving to a new location at the Wyndham Hotel Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida. The move to the Hotel Buena Vista, across from the Disney Village Markplace, will offer attendees the same great programming at reduced room rates, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Keynote speakers for the 25th Annual Apparatus Symposium will include Stephen Raynis, Chief of Safety for FDNY and the ever-popular James Juneau, Attorney, Juneau, Boll, Stacy and Ucherek Attorneys. Programs will include EPA Changes on Engines, Maintain versus Purchase New and Budget Realities from a Business Manager. Break-out seminars will include Braking and Roll Stability, New Government regulations on Tires, Electrical requirements and writing specifications, and more. An all-new Ambulance Track will include sessions on the Patient Compartment, the new NFPA 1917 Standard and specifying your next ambulance. The 2012 Emergency Vehicle of the Year will also be announced during the General Session. To register and for more details on the current program guide go to www.fdsoa.org.
Bayville Toddler Dies in Freak Accident
An 18-month old toddler was struck by an iron fence at the Ramson Beach in Bayville on September 17, 2012. The Bayville Fire Department responded to the scene with an ambulance, but after evaluation of the injured by the Bayville Fire Departmnt medical crew, they requested a Nassau County helicopter to scene to evacuate the seriously injured child to Nassau University Medical Center. Unfortunately the child was pronounced about 11 hours later. -Fire News photos by Jack Healy
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Selden Handles Overturn Recently, the Selden Fire Department was activated for a motor vehicle accident on North Ocean Avenue in the vicinity of the Vietnam Memorial. Units arrived to find no accident. They were immmediately redirected to South Bicycle Path and the North Ocean Avenue ramp. Units advised Farmingville that the call was in their district. The accident involved two cars with one overturn from which the driver had self extricated from. Selden handled the call and transported one patient to the hospital. -Fire News photo by David Rubin
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The Nassau County Police Department and the Inwood Fire Departments responded to a auto accident involving an SUV that had crashed through a building on Sheridan Boulevard on October 6, 2012 at 1830. The late model BMW apparently lost control striking the building causing heavy structural damage. The two occupants in the vehicle were transported to South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside with non-life threatening injuries. The Town of Hempstead building department was notified to check the integrity of the structure due to the extensive damage. - Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber
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Elmont Fire District Receives Exceptional ISO Class ‘2’ Rating Lower rating may lead to lower fire insurance premiums for home and business The Insurance Services Offices (ISO), an insurance advisory organization that provides insurers with a variety of underwriting and rating services, has notified the Elmont Fire District that its Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating has been upgraded from a Class 4 rating to a Class 2, which is a rarity in our state. ISO assigns a PPC ranging from1 to 10, with 1 being the highest rating and 10 signifying the worst. The classification is for both commercial and residential properties. Only 8.2 % of the communities across Long Island are ranked a Class 2. Approximately 1.3% in New York State and 2.2% across the country received this outstanding ranking. According to ISO, a community’s investment in fire mitigation is a proven and reliable predicator of future fire losses. As a result, insurance companies use PPC information to help establish fair premiums for fire insurance - generally offering lower premiums in communities with better protection. The PPC program evaluates and reinforces the importance of key areas of fire protection: • Emergency communications (10%) — 911 telephone systems, adequacy of telephone lines, operator supervision and staffing, and the dispatching hardware and software systems • Fire department (50%) — adequacy of equipment, sufficient staffing, evaluation of training, existence of automatic aid, and geographic distribution of fire companies • Water supply (40%)— condition and maintenance of hydrants, existence of alternative sources, and a careful evaluation of the amount of available water — in volume and pressure — compared with the amount needed to suppress fires “We are always working to improve our ISO rating,” said Elmont Chief of Department Angelo Chilelli. “One reason for the higher ranking is the addition of our training tower, which allows us to enhance firefighter training on our time and grounds. As a result, we are not completely dependent on using the Nassau County Fire Service facilities. We are fortunate to have an outstanding and dedicated Fire Department and Ambulance Service, and are thrilled that our hard work resulted in this significant achievement.” Elmont Ex-Chief of Department Michael Capoziello said, “In terms of fire equipment, we earned points for maintaining a reserve (spare) Engine and Ladder truck. The Elmont FD has sustained a spare Engine and Ladder system since 1975, and we were one of the first fire departments on Long Island to do so. If a fire company’s apparatus goes out of service, we use a reserve truck. So, there’s never a halt in apparatus accessibility.” Another big factor in the ISO rating is the ability to maintain excellent training and maintenance records, as well as any other documents that deal with the day-to-day business of running a fire district. “We are extremely pleased to announce to the communities we serve in our Fire District that we received an ISO Class 2 rating,” said Elmont Board of Fire Commissioners Chairman Ralph Esposito. “This classification would not be possible without the dedication and first-rate performance of all of the Board members, Chiefs and members of our Department. This is a very proud day for us.” Since insurers establish their own fire insurance premium pricing, ISO suggests that individual property owners consult with their insurance agent or representative concerning the potential effect of these changes in PPC for their own property insurance premiums. Charts illustrating the distribution of PPC Classes across the U.S. and New York State can be found via www.isomitigation .com/ppc/1000/ppc1001.html. For more information on ISO, please visit www.iso.org/iso/home.html.
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he Cylinder Accountability Tag system or CAT for short was quietly introduced at the Baltimore Fire Expo this past July. This patent pending system launches the SCBA compressor refill system into the 21st Century. SCBA refilling control systems have not been upgraded in over 30 years. Companies have tweaked their digital compressor control to operate the motor and annunciate failures on a screen in 27 languages, but not much more. None of the Air Compressor Refill Companies have taken on the challenge of protecting your cylinders from overfilling, refilling by unauthorized operators, refilling unauthorized cylinders and record keeping. The CAT changes all of that, claims the inventor Fred Gandolfo of Firehouse Systems, Inc.The Cat uses RFID technology (Radio Frequency Identification) to control the fill process. An RFID Tag is attached to your SCBA Cylinder and programmed with all the necessary information to comply with DOT record keeping including last Refiller Name, Hydro, Date of MFG and Pressure Rating and filled to pressure. When cylinders are installed in your fill enclosure the CAT reads this information along with the refillers info and makes a fill no fill decision based on the imputed data. In addition the CAT recognizes the cylinder pressure and stops the fill process when the cylinder has met its intended fill pressure, regardless of the Filling System Regulator set point. With the introduction of 5.5 cylinders, customers have another refill pressure to reset, adjust and worry about. Your refilling station does not know what pressure cylinders you have inside or if they are even of matching pressures. The CAT will pick up mismatched pressures and stop the filling process before a catastrophe occurs. The Cat puts you in control of your air system. Only those you authorize can refill cylinders. Only cylinders authorized by your department can be refilled. Only cylinders that are within hydro and MFGs maximum life can be refilled and they can only be filled to the pressure set on the tag. No more “Hot Filling” to 4800 PSI. Upgrades include: Complete compressor control, including first out annunciation, auto dialing of your service provider, and web access to compressor parameters, cylinder refilling data and usage. For more information contact Fred Gandolfo of Firehouse Systems, Inc. 16 South Ketcham Avenue, Amityville NY or call 631-661-7505.
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Police Injured in Deer Park MVA On October 3, 2012, a Suffolk County police car and another car crashed into a building on Long Island Avenue in Deer Park. The two police officers and the driver of the car were all taken to Good Samaritan Hospital by the Deer Park Fire Department. -Fire News photo by Brian Thomas
Medford Extricates Driver On September 27, 2012, the Medford Fire Department was activated for a heavy rescue motor vehicle accident on Express Drive South, just west of Route 112. Unit 5-14-31 arrived on scene and confirmed they had one victim trapped. Units put the hydraulic tools into operation to extricate the driver. The driver was then transported to the hospital via Medford Ambulance with non-life threatening injuries. -Fire News photo by David Rubin
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Rescue In Wantagh The Wantagh Fire Department responded to a three car auto accident on September 24, 2012, on westbound Sunrise Highway, when a commercial truck crashed into two parked cars. There was one reported injured who was transported to the hospital by WFD Rescue 1. -Fire News photo by Jack Healy
Driver Arrested at Selden MVA The Selden Fire Department responded to Peacock Court for a reported motor vehicle accident. Units arrived to find a car into the house. There was no one injured in the house who. The driver of the car was placed under arrest for driving while under the influence of drugs. Selden command requested the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal to check the building. -Fire News photo by David Rubin
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W. Babylon Extricates Driver at MVA
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Long Island to Okemo Mountain & Mt Snow!! EZ Ski Bus will be back for the 2012 winter season starting January 2012. Check back frequently for schedule updates. The Garden City Fire Department was called to the scene of a two car collision on New Hyde Park Road on the afternoon of Thursday, October 4, 2012. Tools were put to work after a small sedan was slammed into a utility pole trapping the driver. Nassau County EMS personnel were also on the scene. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
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Massapequa MVA Sparks Car Fire
On Sunday October 7, 2012, the Massapequa Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident with a car fire on Sunrise Highway and Unqua Road. Engine Company 5 arrived and stretched a preconnected line and extinguished the fire with the assistance of Ladder Company 6. -Fire News photos by Andrew McShane
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Head-on Crash Handled in Bohemia
On September 20, 2012, at 1422, the Bohemia Fire Department was toned out for an MVA at the corner of Veterans Memorial Highway and Orville Drive. Upon arrival, First Assistant Chief Rich Anderson observed two vehicles, one of which had crashed head on into an entrance wall of an industrial area and the other spun out in the middle of the roadway on Orville Drive. Two elderly females were removed on backboards from the vehicle that had crashed into the wall and were subsequently transported to the hospital. The scene was under the direction of Chief Jeff Behounek, assisted by Andersen, Second Assistant Chief Mike Stankunis, 23 firefighters and three pieces of apparatus. All units were back in service at 1509. -Fire News photo by Robert Strauss
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On September 16, 2012, at 1343, the Bohemia Fire Department was activated for an MVA on westbound Sunrise Highway, west of Pond Road. When Second Assistant Chief Mike Stankunis arrived on scene he observed a vehicle in the left lane on its roof. The driver of the vehicle had her small daughter in the car with her but when first units arrived they found her being attended to on the side of the road by a passersby. No forcible entry was needed as the doors were already opened. The driver and her daughter were transported to the hospital. Bohemia responded with five units under the command of Stankunis and was back in service at 1435. -Fire News photo by Robert Strauss
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Suffolk County VEEB Holds Medal Day On September 30, 2012, the Suffolk County Vocational Education and Extension Board held Medal Day at the Selden Fire Department. Congratulations to the 2012 medal winners.
2012 Medal of Valor Recipients GOLD MEDAL Michael Cosgrove, Selden Fire Department BRONZE MEDAL Brian Cybulski, Riverhead Fire Department James Kappers, Hampton Bays Fire Department Brian Tuzil, Hampton Bays Fire Department UNIT CITATION Richard Andersen, Bohemia Fire Department Daniel Behounek, Bohemia Fire Department Justin Jaworowski, Bohemia Fire Department Thomas Riedel, Bohenia Fire Department Michael Waser, Bohemia Fire Department The Mastic Fire Department PEACE OFFICER AWARD Mike Carrieri, Riverhead Police Department Patrick McDermott, Riverhead Police Department Fred Boese, Southampton Police Department INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR Al Nemecek Award, James Nizza Jack Gisbon Award, Richard Nappi (posthumously)
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Nassau County Firefighters Museum Hosts ‘Badge of Courage’ Gala The Badge of Courage Dinner was held on Friday, October 12, 2012 at the Francis X. Pendl Firefighters Museum in Nassau County. Congratulations to the 2012 Badge of Courage honorees. This year's honorees are as follows: FIREFIGHTERS LEADERSHIP AWARD Anthony A. Capetola, Esq. FRANCIS X PENDL AWARD Nassau County Firefighters Pipe and Drum Band FIREFIGHTERS HUMANITARIAN AWARD FIREFIGHTERS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION Frank A. Nocerino Frank Tepedino - Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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MVA Seriously Injures Occupants Three people were injured, two seriously, after this two-vehicle collision on School Road in Elmont, early Sunday afternoon, October 14, 2012. Elmont firefighters and EMS personnel were called to extricate one of the victims who was later transported to a nearby hospital. -Fire News photo by Lou Minutoli
‘Doughnuts’ Can Be Dangerous On Sunday, October 14, 2012, East Farmingdale firefighters were alerted for a motor vehicle accident with overturn and reported car fire at Allen Boulevard and Grand Avenue. Upon the arrival of First Responder 1-580 a Jeep Cherokee was found on its roof and on fire. Chief of Department Kilbridge and Assistant Chief Sherback arrived shortly after and took command of the scene. The Jeep was reported to have been doing “doughnuts” and lost control hitting a parked Ford F-350 and a moving Jeep Wrangler that was driving. There were no injuries to anyone in the Wrangler and the driver of the Cherokee fled the scene. Engine 1-5-1 and Rescue Engine 1-5-3 both stretched one line to extinguish the fire, while Heavy Rescue 1-5-4 provided scene lighting. The Suffolk County Police are searching for the Jeep’s driver. -Fire News photo by Paul Mazza
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Dix Hills FD Open House a Huge Success
The chilly rain didn't dampen the spirits at the Dix Hills Fire Department annual Open House on Sunday, October 7, 2012, as hundreds of residents attended and were treated to many enjoyable and educational activities kicking off the start of Fire Prevention Week. Live demos included car fires, heavy rescue, and bailout system. The Dix Hills Rescue Squad demonstrated the latest in lifesaving technology. A teddy bear and doll clinic was available for the kids as well as a Child Identification Program provided by the Mason Lodge, in which over 100 children received photo ID cards and a CD with information for their parents. The Suffolk County Police Department participated and displayed their K-9, Crime Scene, and Emergency Service units. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman
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Dix Hills FD Salutes Fred Reithel for 50 Years Service
The Dix Hills Fire Department recently honored ex-Chief and ex-Commissioner Fred Reithel for his 50 years of outstanding and dedicated service. At a barbecue hosted by Company 2 at headquarters in “Freddy World” - an outdoor pavilion that Reithel constructed for the department about 20 years ago members enjoyed a delicious dinner and paid tribute to Fred.
Company 2, the Chiefs and the Board of Fire Commissioners presented Fred with several well-deserved awards and gifts. Ex-Chief Ray Mahdesian spoke about Fred’s career, skillful mechanical abilities, and the contributions that he has made to the department over the years. Fred quickly advanced through the officers ranks, becoming Chief in 1974-1975. The department and Dix Hills community
has grown and developed much in the last 50 years, and Fred has seen it change from a predominantly rural farm community to a mostly residential area with several heavily traveled major highways running through the district. Although times have changed, the department has progressed due to the dedication of its members like Fred Reithel. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman
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Award Ceremony Held in Wantagh
In ceremonies held on October 1, 2012, the Wantagh Fire Department recognized and honored several of its members for acts of heroism and outstanding work. The highest award, the Medal of Honor was presented to ex-Captain Thomas Bloomfield and ex-Captain Ron Chowske for their rescue of an elderly man in a Wantagh house fire. The
award read that they responded to a Hannington Avenue address and arrived at a Cape Cod style home to find heavy fire showing from the windows on the 1-4 corner. They gained entry via the front door and started a search for victims. The fire had burnt through the door of the fire room, traveled down the hall and entered the room in which they were searching. The fire had
also extended into the second floor. In the photo is Second Assistant Chief James Bloomfield (Exceptional Meritorious), Chief of Department William Allen (Exceptional Meritorious), Medal of Honor recipients Bloomfield and Chowske, First Assistant Chief Jason Jackowitz and Third Assistant Chief Joseph Gross III. -Fire News photo by Harry Loud
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Nassau County Regional EMS Council Awards Dinner On Thursday, October 11, 2012, the Nassau County Regional EMS Council held its annual awards dinner at the Crest Hollow Country Club. The dinner recognized the actions of those EMS workers for the County of Nassau, consisting of 71 fire departments, five volunteer ambulance corps, the Nassau County Police Department Emergency Ambulance Bureau, and numerous hospital-based career ambulance providers. This year, the Williston Park Emergency Relief Squad was recognized as the EMS Agency of the Year, with the East Williston Fire Department receiving honorable mention in this category. To have the two top EMS agencies for Nassau County in the same region, working hand-in-hand on a daily basis is impressive. Kevin Cramblitt, EMT, of the East Williston Fire Department was recognized as the Basic Life Support Provider of the Year for Nassau County. He was specifically recognized for his quick actions in which he saved the life of a young cardiac arrest victim, who collapsed on the front lawn of his friend’s house in Albertson. On that same incident, FF Cramblitt was assisted by Kevin O’Donnell, CFR, also of the East Williston Fire Department, who was fittingly recognized in
receiving honorable mention in the same category. This just goes to show the work of a volunteer firefighter is never off duty. The East Williston Fire Department was recognized once again, in that Thomas Devaney, EMT-CC, who has served as their EMS Captain for over 10 years, was given honorable mention in the category of Emergency Medical Services Leadership Award. This was truly a good night for both the
East Williston and Williston Park Fire Departments. From East Williston: (Front Row) is Chief of Department Patrick Theodore; FF Kevin Cramblitt; FF Kevin O’Donnell; Mayor David Tanner; and Commissioner Emeritus Nicholas Siciliano. (Back Row) Captain Thomas Devaney; 1st Assistant Chief Daniel Cramblitt; 2nd Assistant Chief Patrick McWhirk; and ExAssistant Chief Robert Schoen.
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Bohemia Greets Australian Firefighters
Recently, the Bohemia Fire Department was visited by members of the Tasmania fire service in Australia. Chief Greg Cain and his wife Charmian, accompanied by Yolanda and Adam Clifford, all of whom volunteer at the Carrick and Lagana fire stations, took a tour of the Bohemia Fire Department. They exchanged some mementos to remember each group by. Second Assistant Chief Mike Stankunis and firefighters Brian Hocker, Andrew Kopf, Dave O'Shaughnessy and John Brooks acted as hosts for the occasion. In the photo is ( left to right in front row) Firefighter Brian Hocker, Charmian Cain, Firefighter Andrew Kopf and standing and Second Assistant Chief Mike Stankunis, Firefighter John Brooks, Yolanda Clifford, Firefighter Dave O'Shaughnessy, Chief Greg Cain and Adam Clifford. -Fire News photo by Robert Strauss
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Parents Rob Mirabile, Second Assistant Chief; Michele Mirabile, Ladies Auxiliar; with their daughter, Junior Firefighter Amanda Mirabile. Amanda was named Rookie of the Year at a recent Garden City Park Fire Department Annual Junior-Firefighters, Recognition Dinner. -Fire News photo by Joe McAvoy
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Seaford Rig Gets Wet!
On Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Seaford Fire Department held a dedication ceremony and wetdown for their new Ferrara Engine 681. After a few short speeches by Commissioner Feil, Ex-Chief Kern and Chief of Department Podesta, the North Bellmore, Wantagh, and New City Fire Departments wet down the engine, which was followed by a lengthy water fight and barbecue for all members and their families. -Fire News photos by Paul Mazza
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Medford F.D. Holds Open House
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Fire Prevention Awareness Day at SUNY Stony Brook On September 19, 2012, the Stony Brook University Fire Marshal’s hosted its annual campus fire prevention day. In an effort to provide the highest level of fire prevention education for SBU students, the office joined forces with two former Seton Hall students that were burn victims of the tragic fire at Seton Hall University on January 19, 2012. Throughout this event several demonstrations were provided including a live cooking safety demonstration from our campus executive chef, demonstrations by Underwriters Labs, live fire extinguisher training, HAZ-MAT displays and a smoke house trailer demonstrating the importance of evacuation escape plans. Members of the campus community also had the opportunity to witness a demonstration provided by Suffolk County Fire Marshal Brett Martinez and his partner K-9 Accelerant Jul. The University Fire Marshal’s office would like to extend our gratitude to all the organizations that continue to support this event, especially the Suffolk County Fire Safety Educators Association, Stony Brook Fire Department, Stony Brook VAC, Central Islip F.D. and the MTA PD. -Fire News photos by Ron Monteleone
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Huntington Manor Explorer Post Juniors were out in full force for the annual fair. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
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Everyone’s a Winner in LawrenceCedarhurst The Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department held its annual Ginny and Jack McHugh memorial old timers softball game on September 30, 2012. The game was played at Cedarhurst Park with an inter-department squad of young members playing the older members. A fun filled day was enjoyed by all. -Fire News photo by Amy Sperber
Hicksville Cook-off Helps Brain Aneurysm Foundation lowing their first annual BBQ Volunteer Hose Company # 4 of the Competition and Car Show in 2011. "We Hicksville Fire Department hosted their are pleased to share that our stricken Second Annual BBQ Competition and member has returned to work on Car Show on September 23, 2012, at Monday, September 24, 2012. Exactly Cantiague Park in Hicksville. Company one year and one week to the date of his 4 led by Captain John Imbriale, First aneurysm. We have our brother back and Lieutenant Michael Doerflein and there's nothing more that we could ask Second Lieutenant Matthew Keyer gave for," said Captain John Imbriale. credit to the entire company for their Company 4 would like to give special efforts and hard work in the planning and thanks to their sponsors who helped to execution of their event. Over 200 show make this event so successful, John cars, 5 cook teams and 20 vendors Deere of Hicksville, AVA Pork, New wowed the heavy crowds who enjoyed American Auto Parts and On Site Energy. the first day of autumn. A tentative date of September 22, 2013 is The festivities were opened by being observed for next years event. Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Anyone interested in additional inforWalker. The National Anthem was performed by Samantha Farrell. Volunteer Hose Company # 4 will be donating mation regarding this event may contact Volunteer Hose Co. 4 at a portion of its proceeds to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation in the name of co4cookoff@optonline.net or visit their website at www.co4cookoff.com. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm one of their members who had suffered a brain aneurysm immediately fol-
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Family Corner All in the Family
Judge Austin is pictured with his son Shaun, who is a Nassau County Police Department Paramedic Supervisor and former member of the Jericho Fire Department and granddaughter Caitlyn.
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Greenlawn Fire Department ex-Chief and 60-year member William Wieck, right, got to work alongside his son Billy Wieck, left, a firefighter in the Commack Fire Department that came to assist Greenlawn at a recent fire. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Huntington Manor Fire Department Second Assistant Chief Frank McQuade is pictured with his daughter Amanda, who is nine-years-old. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
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Georgia Stair Climb Raises Funds
On September 11, 2012, the Georgia Chapter of the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund held a stair climb at the Riverwood 100 Building located in Atlanta, Georgia. The climbs The participant’s climbed 110 flights of stairs, the same number as the World Trade Center Towers. Each climber carried the photograph of a firefighter lost on 9/11. The event, that was open to the public, raised money for the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund. Visit www.terryfund.org to learn more about the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund. -Fire News photos by Mike Korsch
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F.D.’s Participate in Tunnel to Towers Run On Sunday September 30, 2012, the Point Lookout-Lido Fire Department and the Long Beach Fire Department participated with 25,000 runners in the 11th Annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run. Combined, the two fire departments had 120 runners, as well as many members from the Point Lookout, Lido Beach, and Long Beach communities. The Point Lookout-Lido Fire Department team collected over $6,500, coming in fourth out of 409 teams raising money and the Long Beach Fire Department collected over $850. The money raised is going to build homes for soldiers who are returning from the Mideast and are triple and quadruple amputees. -Fire News photo by Chas Thompson
Southampton and North Sea Fire Departments Run Above are the Southampton and North Sea fire department members who participated in the Tunnel to Tower Run in New York City. The race is in memory of Stephen Siller, who ran in all his gear through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. -Fire News story by Chris Brenner -Fire News photo by Chris Capalbo
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North Babylon Past Chief Named as Suffolk County Deputy Commissioner Past Chief John Jordan, a 20-year firefighter and Past Chief of North Babylon Fire Department from the Town of Babylon was recently named Deputy Commissioner of Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Service. John was originally assigned to the Office of Emergency Management. FRES is comprised of three divisions; Suffolk County Emergency Communications, the Suffolk County Fire Marshals Office and the Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management. John has been assigned to OEM for the past five years, first as a Resource Management Officer, and currently serves as a Community Emergency Evacuation Coordinator. John works professionally as a member of various federal, state and local committees. He holds the title of Logistics Section Chief on Suffolk County's Type III IMAT and is currently the Lead Safety Officer on the Suffolk County USAR Team. He is also a member of the Suffolk County DECON Strike Force. John lectures frequently throughout the county on emergency preparedness. John holds numerous certifications and degrees in various emergency service oriented fields such as emergency and disaster preparedness, incident command (instructor level), hazmat, WMD (Instructor) to name a few. Good luck to Deputy Commissioner John Jordan as he serves under the leadership of SCFRES Commissioner Joe Williams.
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Lt. DiBernardo and Lt. Nappi Honored by Thousands
-Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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Bridge Renamed in Lt. Nappi’s Honor
On Saturday, October 13, 2012, the family of FDNY and Farmingville firefighter Richard Nappi gathered with elected officials and residents at the Farmingville Fire Department for the permanent dedication of the overpass on Patchogue-Mount Sinai Road to fallen Lieutenant Richard Nappi. After the ceremony at the firehouse the overpass was named the
“FDNY Lt. Richard Nappi Memorial Bridge.” Nappi died of a heart attack last April while leading his men into a burning warehouse in Brooklyn. On hand to support Mary Anne Nappi, was Assemblyman Dean Murray, State Senator Lee Zeldin, Farmingville firefighters and members of the FDNY. Many firefighters in the Suffolk
County Fire Service were trained by Nappi who was an instructor at the Suffolk County Fire Academy in Yaphank. Both Zeldin and Murray sponsored the legislation in Albany. The measure passed in both the Assembly and the Senate, and was signed into law by Governor Cuomo back in June. -Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone
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Obituary
Hicksville F.D. Mourns the Loss of 55 Year Member, Ernie Albert Ernie Albert joined the Hicksville Fire Department December 11, 1956, as a member of Independent Engine & Hose Co. 2. In 1961, Ernie was elected Company Treasurer, a position he held until 1978. He served on various company and department committees including treasurer of the Department Welfare committee, He also served as one of the two Company representatives of the Hicksville Fireman’s Benevolent Association, a position he held for many years. In 1998, Ernie was recognized by Co. #2 and the Department for having served over 40 years. In honor of this, he was bestowed the title of Honorary Captain of Engine Co. 2, the first ever in the 107-year history of this company. In December of 2006, Ernie once again reached a milestone, as he marked 50 years of service to the Hicksville Fire Department and the community of Hicksville. Upon reaching this milestone, he was bestowed the title of Honorary Chief. This past December, Ernie recorded his 55th year. His smiling face will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace, brother. Job well done. -Fire News photos by Kevin Imm
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Dix Hills FD Remembers Terry Farrell on 9/11 As they have done every September 11, since 2001, the members of the Dix Hills Fire Department visited the gravesite of their Chief Terry Farrell, who was also a firefighter with F.D.N.Y. Rescue Company 4. Terry was killed along with 342 of his brother firefighters at the World Trade Center. At St. Patrick's Cemetery in Huntington, firefighters from Dix Hills gathered to pray and remember Terry. Company Two Captain
Alan Berkowitz and Chief Richard Granahan welcomed the department and guests, which was followed by a prayer from ex-Chief and Commissioner Phil Tepe. Members were honored to have Terry's brother Brian Farrell attend the ceremony with them. After some quiet reflection, one by one, the firefighters placed flowers at Terry's grave and remembered his friendship and dedication as a firefighter. -Fire News photos by Steve Silverman
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Obituary
Dennis Zarcone Answers Last Alarm The Selden Fire Department and Slowpokes Drill Team announces the passing of 13-year member Firefighter Dennis J Zarcone. Dennis was a member of Fire Police Company #5, an honorary member of Dixon Engine Company #3 and a beloved member of the Slowpokes Drill Team. Dennis was a dedicated member of the department and a very active member of the drill team until he became ill this past summer. Dennis lost a very short battle to cancer. Throughout his years on the Slowpokes, Dennis did what ever needed to be done. His love and passion for the department drill team will never be forgotten. He will be deeply missed by all the lives he has touched over the years. Dennis left this world at the young age of 38. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult and tragic time. -Fire News photos by Jim Dunn
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Obituary
Former Police Chief Bob Walden Laid to Rest
Greenport's former Police Chief Bob Walden was recently laid to rest. Bob was also a member of the Greenport Fire Department. Several weeks before his death, Bob was overcome by smoke from a fire in his home. Bob was a 50-year member of the department. He will be missed by all that knew him. -Fire News photos by Myron Goldstein
Lakeland 9/11 Hero Honored
Islip Town officials, along with the Lakeland Fire Department and remembered in the neighborhood where he grew up in the Mahoney family, dedicated a street to the memory of Firefighter Ronkonkoma. His dedication, not only to his community, but to the William Mahoney. He was a 9/11 first responder and a member of FDNY will never be forgotten. -Fire News photo by Bob Coppola the Lakeland Fire Department. William Mahoney will always be
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Obituary
Mark Greco Laid to Rest Mark Greco, of the Patchogue Fire Department, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 4, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Mark was born and raised in Patchogue. He was a member of the Patchogue Fire Department, where he served his community with the Van Guard Hose Company No. 1. He recently held the position of Second Lieutenant of Fire Police. Mark spent countless days at the World Trade Center site as part of the DEMORT II team. He was a founding member of the Department of Homeland Security and a member of the Nassau-Suffolk Funeral Directors Association. Mark was a beautiful person who had a big heart. He had a great sense of humor and loved his family and the members of the Patchogue Fire Department. He was wonderful companion, a father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many, but most of all he was a highly regarded funeral director in the community. Mark will be missed by everyone who knew him. -Fire News photos by Dennis Whittam
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Firefighter I Students Graduate
On October 6, 2012, 105 individuals received their Firefighter I certificate at the Suffolk County Fire Academy graduation ceremony, which was held at the academy. On hand to cheer on the graduates were officials from the SCFA, local and state politicians and over 350 proud family members. In 2012, over 400 individuals received their Firefighter I certification at the Suffolk County Fire Academy.
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Military Thanks Center Moriches
Soldier Sends Flag to Fellow Firefighters
U.S. Army Sergeant Jacob Lappin of Center Moriches came to the Westhampton Beach Junior Firefighters meeting at the department’s Sunset Avenue firehouse in October. He brought with him an American flag that had flown over his unit’s base in Afghanistan and the gratitude of his fellow soldiers for the support the juniors have given them. Last Christmas the junior members sent cards and letters to Sergeant Lappin and his buddies. They also shipped over five hundred cookies they had baked in the firehouse. The 32 year old sergeant has been serving in the army since March 2001. He had done two tours of duty in Iraq prior to the his latest deployment in Afghanistan. He is a member of the New York City Fire Department and is engaged to Westhampton resident Kelly Ann Martin whose mother, Tracy Martin, is a Westhampton Beach Fire Department member. -Fire News photo by Cody Hoyle
First Lieutenant Steven Liguori of Lynbrook is stationed in Jalalabad, Afghanistan. Liguori, serving with the US Army’s Medical Service Corp, is also a firefighter with Tally-Ho Engine Company 3 of the Lynbrook Fire Department. Recently, when the members of Tally-Ho got together for the 100th Anniversary of the fire company, Liguori’s father Steven Sr., also a member, and mom Liz, on behalf of their son, presented Tally-Ho with an American flag that was flown on a Predator Drone during a recent mission over Eastern Afghanistan. In the photo, Steven and Liz Liguori, right, present the flag in a wooden case made by an Afghan artisan, to the Tally-Ho officers. Captain Kyle Overs, center, First Lieutenant Dominick Gerardi, Jr., second from left, and Second Lieutenant Brian Grogan, left. -Fire News photo by Steve Grogan
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Northport F.D. Hosts Wounded Warriors
Welcoming a Wounded Warrior
The Northport Fire Department hosted the Cow Harbor Wounded Warrior Welcome Parade on September 7, 2012, kicking off a weekend of events which were a huge success. The group was able to bring in 26 tri-state wounded warriors and their families for the weekend. The Northport Fire Department and many other departments from the Town of Huntington helped welcome them with a parade down Main Street, as well as a ceremony on the front ramp of headquarters, thanking them and their families for their sacrifices. A private dinner for the warriors and families was held immediately following the ceremony at the firehouse, and in true Northport FD fashion all mutual aid departments were treated to their own thank you dinner as well. - Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Wounded US Marine CPL Marcus Dandrea is greeted by firefighters last weekend at a block party fundraiser by Lynbrook firefighters to benefit the Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior, a non-profit made up of 40 of the 71 fire departments in Nassau County that work to improve the lives of our wounded warriors. CPL Dandrea lost both his legs in February 2011 when he stepped on an IED during a patrol in Afghanistan. The Marine, his wife Victoria, also a Marine, and the youngest of their three children, were brought from the Walter Reed National Medical Facility in Bethesda, MD, to spend the weekend in Lynbrook and to be honored at the block party. Lynbrook firefighters also took the Marine and his family for a tour of the 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero. -Fire News photo by Steve Grogan
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MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH
Bethpage Fire Department retirement party crew get together for a photo op. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Dix Hills Fire Department Company 2 is the open house extrication and live burn crew. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Sea Cliff Fire Department's Table Crew on Mini Mart Day, 2012. -Fire News photo by Alex VanSantvoord
The Halesite Fire Department stood by for Huntington’s Fall Festival on October 7, 2012. -Fire News photo by Kate Kuntz
Jericho Fire Department Motley Crew. -Fire News photo by Kevin Imm
The Huntington Manor Fire Department standby crew pictured at the Dix Hills Fire Department picnic. -Fire News photo by Steve Silverman
Members of the Cherry Grove Fire Department at a Rescue Rope Bailout Training in West Babylon. -Fire News photo by Ken Osman
Massapequa Fire Department Rescue Company 3 at the annual canoe races. -Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy
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