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Chattanooga firefighters were dispatched to an accident around 10:00 on June 30th at the intersection of Amnicola Highway and Creekside. The first firefighters on the scene found a pickup truck wedged underneath an 18-wheeler.

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Solomon honored by Modern Woodmen No injuries in morning house fire

BRUCE GARNER

Modern Woodmen of America recognized Nancy Solomon of New Market Fire and Rescue Team Ladies Auxiliary as a Hometown Hero on July 7 during a dinner at the Gondolier in Jefferson City. Solomon was recognized for her volunteer service, her accomplishments and her contribution to the fire dept and her community. As part of her award, MWA presented her with a $100 check to be given to her favorite charity, which is the New Market Volunteer Fire Department.

Modern Woodmen representative Richard Hall presented the award.

Chattanooga firefighters with four fire companies rushed to a house fire at 1509 Duncan Avenue at 10:20 this morning, June 7th.

Battalion Chief Lesley Morgan said the first firefighters, who arrived on the scene, saw light smoke showing from a bedroom on the second floor of the large house. The firefighters attacked the fire quickly with hand-held hoselines and got the fire out in five to ten minutes.

Chief Morgan said the fire damage was contained to the bedroom, but the rest of the house had

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One adult male was reportedly in the house at the time of the fire, but got out of the house without injury. Hamilton County EMS, Chattanooga police and EPB also provided assistance on the scene.

The cause of this morning’s house fire at1509 Duncan Avenue has been ruled accidental.

Captain Anthony Moore with

the Fire Investigation Division said the fire was most likely caused by an electrical malfunction in a bedroom on the second floor.

Fortunately, no one was injured. Captain Moore said the three adults who were living in the house had no insurance, so volunteers with the American Red Cross of Southeast Tennessee were called in to provide temporary assistance with food, clothing and a temporary place to stay.

- BRUCE GARNER

CAPTAIN SCOTT MCCULLOUGH

Fire destroys vacant Chattanooga house Chattanooga firefighters responded to a vacant house fire around 6:30 Saturday night, July 18th, at 5406 Dorsey Street.

Captain Scott McCullough said there was heavy smoke and fire visible when the first firefighters arrived on the scene.

The firefighters initially forced their way in through the front door to try an interior attack, but the heat was extreme and the conditions were too dangerous. Lt. Darryl Horn ordered everyone out and transitioned to a defensive operation. Captain McCullough said it took the firefighters roughly 20 minutes to get the fire under control. The fire caused extensive damage to the house, with the dollar loss estimated at $40,000. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

DANIEL CORCORAN

Fire destroys abandoned home At 1:50 a.m. this morning, July 6th, a passerby to 1307 W. Baxter flagged down a police officer, making him aware of a fire at the address. The officer then alerted fire dispatchers. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy amounts of flames coming through the roof near the rear portion of an abandoned house with disconnected utilities. Fire crews quickly went to work, and had the flames under control within the first twenty minutes. No injuries were reported and Arson Investigators are on the scene to determine the cause.

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Aliyna Collier, a four-year-old girl is being credited with saving her grandfather's life. Aliyna Collier's grandfather, William Tucker, was babysitting her when he collapsed on the floor and couldn't speak.

Aliyna explained while watching cartoons, she noticed her grandfather lying on the floor. She went to question him as to why he was lying on the floor and noticed he was not talking to her.

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Pennsylvania: Curtis E. Nordsick, 71 Rank: Fire Police Lieutenant Incident Date: April 19, 2015 Death Date: April 19, 2015 Fire Department: Wrightsville Steam Engine & Hose Company #1 Initial Summary: Fire Police Lieutenant Nordsick responded to the scene of a homicide to assist with traffic control and scene safety. Nordsick reportedly returned to the fire station and, after complaining that he wasn’t feeling well, collapsed. Lieutenant Nordsick was immediately attended to in the fire house and then transported to Memorial Hospital where he passed away. The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be determined.

Incident Date: May 6, 2015 Death Date: May 6, 2015 Fire Department: Washington DC Fire Department Initial Summary: While working at the scene of a high rise apartment building fire, Lieutenant McRae went into cardiac arrest and collapsed. According to media reports, McRae, in charge of the first due engine and crew, had just exited the structure after fighting the fire in a 9th floor apartment for 50 minutes. Lieutenant McRae was transported to the Washington Hospital Center where he was pronounced dead. Two others, including one firefighter, suffered non-life threatening injuries in the incident which remains under investigation by authorities.

Montana: Larry Wayne Lawhorn, 60 Rank: Engineer/Firefighter Incident Date: May 3, 2015 Death Date: May 3, 2015 Fire Department: Orchard Farm Fire Protection District Initial Summary: Engineer-Firefighter Lawhorn was responding to a mutual aid structure fire when the fire department tanker he was driving left the roadway and came to a rest in a field. Firefighter Lawhorn, who was alone in the vehicle, was found by other emergency responders as they were returning from the fire call. Resuscitative efforts were attempted but Lawhorn was pronounced dead at the scene from a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be determined.

Oklahoma: Jason Farley, 46 Rank: Captain Incident Date: May 23, 2015 Death Date: May 24, 2015 Fire Department: Claremore Fire Department Initial Summary: At 2230hrs on 05/23/2015, the Claremore Fire Department was called to rescue about 10 people caught inside of several residential units due to rising flood waters.

While assisting with the water rescue, Captain Farley was swept into a flooded storm drain where he got trapped and drowned. Captain Farley's body was recovered approximately two hours after the water rescue began. Another firefighter who was also swept into the storm drain suffered non-fatal injuries. All of the residents were rescued without injury.

Kansas: Mike Corn, 68 Rank: Training Officer/Firefighter Incident Date: April 27, 2015 Death Date: April 27, 2015 Fire Department: Conway Springs Fire Department Initial Summary: While putting on gear at the station preparing to respond to a fire call, Training Officer/Firefighter Corn collapsed. Fellow responders immediately provided medical assistance but Corn succumbed to his injury, the nature and cause of which is still to be determined.

Tennessee: Christopher Michael Blankenship, 41 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 3, 2015 Death Date: May 3, 2015 Fire Department: Madison County Fire Department Initial Summary: While working at the scene of a motor vehicle accident with fire, Firefighter Blankenship was seriously injured when a tree at the scene fell on top of him.

Firefighters quickly removed the tree from Blankenship and rendered medical aid. Blankenship was then transported to the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Georgia: Ricky Thurman, 54 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: April 24, 2015 Death Date: May 4, 2015 Fire Department: Swainsboro Fire Department Initial Summary: While operating at the scene of a structure fire on April 24, 2015 Lieutenant Thurman suddenly went into cardiac arrest. Immediate efforts to revive Lt. Thurman were successful and he was airlifted to Regents University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia where he passed away on May 4, 2015.

Pennsylvania: Timothy T. Peters, 46 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 30, 2015 Death Date: April 30, 2015 Fire Department: Pine Grove Hose, Hook and Ladder Fire Co. No. 1 Initial Summary: Firefighter Peters responded to a medical assistance call with his fire company on the afternoon of April 30, 2015. Later that evening at 1930hrs, Peters was stricken by an apparent heart attack at his residence. Emergency responders were summoned and treated Peters then transported him to the hospital where he succumbed to his injury.

Washington DC: Kevin McRae, 44 Rank: Lieutenant

Mississippi: Dwight Greer, 44 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 6, 2015 Death Date: May 6, 2015 Fire Department: Philadelphia Fire Department Initial Summary: Approximately one hour after returning to quarters from a carbon monoxide response call, Firefighter Greer suffered a cardiac related medical emergency at the station while participating in fire department mandated physical training. Greer was treated by fellow responders and transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injury.

Maine: David Bourget, 59 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 23, 2015 Death Date: May 23, 2015 Fire Department: Phippsburg Fire Department Initial Summary: At 1900hrs, several members of the Phippsburg Fire Department, including Firefighter Bourget, gathered at the station in preparation to work a fireworks display standby detail. At 1940hrs, the fire department members started to leave the station to work the detail. Firefighter Bourget was driving a tanker truck, but only got to the station’s driveway apron when he suddenly fell ill. Firefighter Bourget was treated by paramedics at the scene and transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be reported.

Tennessee: Terrance Morgan Pryor, 48 Rank: Lieutenant Incident Date: May 25, 2015 Death Date: May 25, 2015 Fire Department: Memphis Fire Department Initial Summary: Several hours after responding to the last emergency call of his shift, Lieutenant Pryor became ill and passed away at his residence. The nature and cause of fatal injury is still to be reported.

Wisconsin: Dale J. Wege, 59 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: May 31, 2015 Death Date: June 1, 2015 Fire Department: Pine Lake Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Wege responded to an emergency medical call at 1812hrs on May 31st. The following day at 1556hrs, Wege was found collapsed at home without a pulse and not breathing. Firefighter Wege was treated by fellow responders and transported to St. Mary’s Hospital in Rhinelander where he was pronounced deceased at 1645hrs.

The nature and cause and fatal injury are still to be determined..

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Hamilton County EMS participate at the Chattanooga XPO

Once a year, Chattanooga holds the Manly Men XPO event at the First Tennessee Pavilion. The family-friendly event had everything from a fish pond full of catfish to catch, a golf simulator, a rock-climbing wall, lots of vendor booths and a Krystal eating contest involving local police,fire and EMS personnel. The eating contest brings the crowds out from the pavilion to watch emergency service personnel eat as many Krystal hamburgers as they can within two minutes. Hamilton County EMS regained the title with eating 22 Krystal burgers within two minutes!

BRUCE GARNER

Firefighters respond to pickup under 18-wheeler Chattanooga firefighters were dispatched to an accident around 10:00 on June 30th at the intersection of Amnicola Highway and Creekside. The first firefighters on the scene found a pickup truck wedged underneath an 18-wheeler.

The driver, an adult male, was still trapped inside the pickup truck.

Firefighters with four fire companies pulled some hoselines and got out their extrication equipment.

The first firefighters on the scene said a small fire erupted in the engine compartment, but it was extinguished quickly. With gasoline

JUMP TO FILE #063015141 dripping from the truck however, the threat of another fire remained, so firefighters with hoselines stood at the ready while other firefighters used their extrication equipment to get the victim out of the truck.

After cutting and prying the vehicle apart for about 30 minutes, the driver was pulled from the truck.

He was placed on a backboard, immobilized and handed off to Hamilton County EMS, which then

rushed the victim to Erlanger Medical Center. The driver appeared to be conscious and alert, but details on his condition are not available.

Chattanooga police blocked off Amnicola Highway completely to protect the first responders on the scene. A battalion chief on the scene said they hoped to have Amnicola back open around noon. Traffic investigators with the Chattanooga Police Department are investigating the cause of the wreck.

- BRUCE GARNER

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Fire in rear of Knoxville home At 6:23 p.m. on June 29th, the owner of 3021 Gibbs Drive called 911 to report his house was on fire. The man told authorities he discovered the fire over a window near the ceiling, at the rear of the home. When firefighters arrived, the man was safely outside, and telling fire crews. No one was inside. Firefighters reached a second story exterior balcony by climbing interior steps, and were able to contain the fire to the deck of the balcony and a supporting wall beneath. No injuries are reported and the man will not require further assistance from any other agencies.

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Two MFRD captains and one driver to retire in July

Murfreesboro, TN. Two Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department captains and one driver retired in July.

Captain Ricky Jones retired July 3 with 37 years of service, Driver Eddie Mitchell retired July 3 after 31 years of service, and Captain/Shift Inspector Randy Rae retired after 30 years of service on July 11.

One common thought among all three retirees is that their greatest pleasure from working at MFRD came from the opportunities they received to help the citizens in the community.

“We respond to citizens on

JUMP TO FILE #063015124 what is a lot of times their worst day,” said Mitchell, “and we try to make it better.”

The three have also enjoyed forming lifetime friendships with their brothers and sisters at MFRD and in the fire service in general.

Each was asked his most memorable call. For Jones, it was a house fire on Bell Street. “There were four people trapped inside,” he said.

“One of my firefighters at the time was Bobby Canterbury. I did

ASHLEY MCDONALD

MFRD battles two story house fire

Murfreesboro, TN. Despite best efforts, a two story home located at 4240 Birch Drive is likely a total loss according to Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department officials. MFRD's Engines 1 and 5, Ladder 9, and Rescue 9 responded to the home just after 1:00 a.m. on June 26th. When crews arrived, the two-story already had flames shooting through the roof and was fully involved. "We set up the aerial on Ladder 9 and used the deck gun to get the fire knocked down," said Shift Commander Dale Maynard. "We were able to get it out pretty quickly." Crews are still on scene extinguishing hot spots at this time. According to Maynard, the house next door received some heat damage to its aluminum siding. No one was injured during the incident, but the residents will be displaced. Murfreesboro Electric was enroute to pull the meter.

Assistance from the American Red Cross will be offered, though it is unclear at this time if it will be needed. The Fire Marshals' Office was called to conduct a routine investigation. Assistant Fire Marshal Tracy Summar is on scene at this time, but has yet to be able to enter the home.

not realize it until later, but the people trapped inside were his family members. I will never forget that.”

Mitchell could not settle on just one memorable call. He said in the Summer of 1985 when he was the only firefighter at Station 3 (Mercury Boulevard) they responded to six fires in just one 24-hour shift.

“There were two house fires, a huge tree fire at Middle Tennessee State University, a car fire, a brush fire, and a commercial fire,” Mitchell said. He also recalled May 2003 when straight line winds caused a lot of destruction across the city.

“We left the station that evening and did not return till after shift change,” he said. “We went from one call to the next, and when we returned to the station, there was about a foot of standing water from the flood.”

Rae’s most memorable call was the fiery crash on Interstate 24 where a young couple headed to Bonnaroo perished due to fire.

“It was one of the worst calls I can remember in my career at MFRD,” Rae remarked.

These gentleman have all seen many changes over the years, but the biggest changes were the number of technical rescue services provided to the community, the level of medical service (no medical to first responder to basic life support), and the technology.

According to Jones, when he started with the department, all they had for protection from fire was a coat and helmet.

“We progressed over the years to full personal protective equipment with airpacks,” he said. Jones also mentioned today’s use of computers and thermal imaging cameras in the fire service.

“These items have greatly increased our abilities to serve the citizens over the years.”

When asked what each plans to do in retirement, they mutually agreed that spending more time with family and not missing so many special occasions is number one on the list. Jones and Mitchell plan to golf more frequently and Rae intends to travel.

Jones will continue serving the community in the nursing field and Mitchell will continue helping the fire service as the President of the Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association and as an active member of the Local 3035 Murfreesboro Fire Fighters Association.

Chief Cumbey Gaines, who will also retire in August 2015, commented on his fellow retirees: “There are a lot of us older firefighters who are hanging up our helmets. It is bittersweet for sure.

Although we will no doubt enjoy spending more time with our families at home, we will miss our fire service family members.”

Jones and Mitchell will cele-

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brate with friends and coworkers in a small ceremony on June 30th.

Rae will celebrate July 8th.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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ASHLEY MCDONALD

Public Safety Foundation Grant Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department received word that the department is the recipient of a Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant totaling $16,293.07.

The funds will be used to purchase a brush skid unit to be placed on a Humvee MFRD acquired from the State of Tennessee with City Council’s approval in February.

The unit will contain an ultrahigh pressure suppression system, a Honda gasoline fire pump motor, and a tank that will hold 125 gallons of water and approximately 12 gallons of foam.

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The grant is 100 percent funded by the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Therefore, the City will not incur any costs.

MFRD also received a grant from the organization in March 2013, a Polaris Off-Road Ranger and skid unit worth $18,100.

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Family escapes morning Fire academy concludes live fire training fire in Chattanooga A pastor and his family will have to stay somewhere else tonight after a fire broke out in their home next to the Northside Community Church.

The Chattanooga Fire Department received the alarm at 10:31 a.m. and responded to 819 Mississippi Avenue with five fire companies.

There were some tense moments when the first firefighters arrived on the scene. The intense heat and flames inside the twostory building, which was being used as a church parsonage, was building up fast.

Then firefighters and eyewitnesses saw what appeared to be a backdraft. Captain Terry Martin with Engine 12 said the flames exploded out of several windows on the first floor, sending glass and other debris 20 to 30 feet away.

Fortunately, no one was injured.

Battalion Chief Rick Sewell said the firefighters made an aggressive, interior attack with handheld hoselines and got the blaze under control in roughly ten minutes. Chief Sewell said the fire damage was contained to the first floor apartment, where Pastor Mitchell Reaves and his family lived. The rest of the two-story building, which has an upstairs apartment and some offices, had

JUMP TO FILE #062915113 substantial smoke damage. An estimate on the dollar loss was not available.

Pastor Reaves said the fire started in a kitchenette, which was being used to store things, such as wedding presents. His daughter got married last week and is away on her honeymoon.

When fire broke out in that room, a smoke alarm alerted the family to the fire. All six family members got out uninjured. Before leaving, Pastor Reaves said he got a portable fire extinguisher and had most of the fire out, but when the extinguisher was empty, he went to get some water. By the time he returned, the room was engulfed in flames.

A fire investigator is trying to confirm exactly how the fire started. For now, it remains under investigation.

Volunteers with the American Red Cross of Southeast Tennessee were called in to provide assistance to the family. Chattanooga police and Hamilton County EMS also provided assistance on the scene.

- BRUCE GARNER

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The recruits in Chattanooga’s Fire Academy 2015 really felt the heat as they burned a large, two-story farm house down to the ground. The training staff has been running the recruits through their paces, putting out individual room fires and learning about fire suppression, search and rescue techniques and ventilation. It didn’t take long for the house to become engulfed in flames, which facilitated our traditional class photo

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(see attached). At its peak, the heat was measured at 1,900 degrees with a thermal imaging camera.

The big house burn marks the end of fire training for the 21 recruits.

If they make it through the training on vehicle extrication and hazardous materials, they will graduate on Sep-

tember 3, 2015.

The old farm house was 119years-old and its owners said it was well beyond repair. So they donated the house for the purpose of providing excellent live fire training exercises. In return, the house was burned to the ground at the end of the week to greatly reduce demolition expenses.

- BRUCE GARNER

ASHLEY MCDONALD

MFRD fire marshals’ office investigating set fire Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Fire Marshals’ Office is investigating an intentionally set fire at a previously burned home located at 225 Wilson Avenue.

MFRD units were called to the home around 11:30 p.m. on July 30th. When crews arrived, the house was fully involved. Firefighters were unable to enter the structure, so they surrounded the exterior and sprayed water until the fire was knocked down.

According to Shift Commander Daryl Alexander, a neighbor claimed that there might be a

JUMP TO FILE #073115109 homeless person staying in the abandoned home. As soon as it was safe, crews searched for any signs of victims while they continued to extinguish hotspots.

They did not find anyone in the structure.

MFRD’s Fire Marshals’ Office was called to the scene to investigate. According to Assistant Fire Marshal Michael Bartlett, several witnesses were interviewed and said they saw some individuals

running from the scene. “We are working to get a better description of these individuals,” said Bartlett.

MFRD responded to the same address for a set fire back in November 2014. The home was determined to be a total loss. Justin Tyler Romohr was arrested and charged with one count of arson in connection with that fire. His trial date is scheduled for January 2016.

“At this time, we are unable to confirm or deny that these two fires are connected,” said Bartlett.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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At 6:00 a.m. on June 25th, a box truck from Beverage Control, carrying a full load of liquor, in route to Gatlinburg overturned on Chapman Hwy. near Ye Ole Steakhouse.

The driver had self evacuated the wreckage, uninjured, which had rolled down an embankment and resting on its top.

KFD's Hazardous Material Unit was called along with HEPACO to clean up the approximate

JUMP TO FILE #062515108 50 gallons of diesel fuel which had spilled from the trucks saddle tanks.

Chapman Hwy. was closed until approximately 10:30a.m. while Dan's towing uprights the vehicle.

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The Pictorial History of The Houston Fire Department 1980-2014

By F. Scott Mellott Available from: FSP Books & Videos 188 Central Street, #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-5228528 E-mail: support@fire-police-ems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $43.95 This is a hard cover coffee table book with 224 pages. It measures 9 ¾ inches by 11 ¼ inches and is the sequel to the author’s first pictorial history book published in 2012, which had photographs from 1895 through 1980.

The author joined the HFD in 1975 and in 1986 he began researching line of duty deaths in the HFD since 1895 when the paid department began. The research was used for memorial sections of two HFD yearbooks.

As time went on, additional research and collections of old photos helped produce the first book and also this one. There is also an HFD memorial website.

All of the photos collected were reproduced into digital color and are of very high quality.

After a dedication and introduction, the book is divided into sections namely by decade (1980’s, 1990’s, 2000’s) and the last two address first the Southwest Inn Fire on 2013 which resulted in the deaths of a captain, an engineer, a firefighter and a probationary firefighter.

There are details and photos of each of their lives. The next and last section is “In Memoriam” and has the names and details of all LODD members of the HFD. The book is so well done that I cannot say enough about it in recognition of the author’s efforts and the support of the team of people who helped contribute, right down to the artist who painted the photo that serves as the front cover of the book and many Houston fireground photographers whose works were used.

As a whole, the vast number of contributors gets a “well done” from me.

The book is loaded with crew photos, fireground photos, some apparatus, various incidents, ceremonial photos, team photos, some station photos and just an all-around mix of what puts a pictorial history together.

This is a book I read with mixed emotions because it deals with both joy and tragedy!

F&M Bank damaged as result of two car MVA Murfreesboro, TN. A two car motor vehicle accident is to blame for damage to the F&M Bank located at 802 Memorial Boulevard in Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department's Engine 4 and Rescue 8 and JUMP TO FILE# Murfreesboro Po- 062915117 lice Department units responded to the scene just after 10:15 Thursday night, June 29th.

A Dodge Neon struck the side of the bank after colliding with another vehicle.

Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating that accident.

According to Shift Commander Dale Maynard, no extrication was necessary, and fortunately no injuries were associated with the incident.

"The driver of the Neon was very lucky to have no injuries," said Maynard.

"The airbag deployed on impact."

City Engineer Sam Huddleston and a representative from the City of Murfreesboro Building and Codes Department are enroute to the scene to assess the structural integrity of the building.

They will make a determination based on that assessment

whether the bank will be open for business tomorrow.

"The accident is not causing any delay in traffic," said Maynard.

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- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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Senior center presents gifts to St. Mary’s Fire Department

On June 23, senior citizens from the St. Marys Senior Center presented the St. Marys Fire Department with bottled water and Gatorade they had personally collected. This generous donation was in appreciation of the fire department's many services to the community. The senior citizens reminded the firefighters to drink often and stay hydrated during the long hot summer months in Georgia!

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Commissioners recognize Clack for certification On Tuesday, June 23 during the regular monthly meeting, Barrow County Board of Commissioners took time to recognize Penny Clack, who is Emergency Management Deputy Director for Barrow County Emergency Services.

“Penny was recognized for becoming a Georgia Professional Certified Emergency Manager,” stated Chief John Skinner. “This is an incredible achievement that very few obtain and Penny has worked hard for many years to get here.”

The certification comes through the Georgia Emergency Management Agency/Homeland Security (GEMA/HS).

“This certification is a remarkable and noteworthy achievement,” said GEMA/HS Director Jim Butterworth. “Very few people ever achieved this level of professional

JUMP TO FILE #062515107 education in the field of emergency management in Georgia.”

To obtain the certification, Clack had to complete 47 specialized courses that included independent study, field-delivered courses and resident courses taught at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth.

The courses covered topics such as incident command, hazardous materials, hazardous weather preparedness and exercise design.

Georgia Professional Certified Emergency Managers are required to have at least five years of service in the emergency management profession, as well as make contribu-

tions to the profession through teaching, research, community involvement, or published articles.

Additionally, they are required to obtain 150 hours of continuing education, and must have managed at least one full-scale emergency exercise.

Clack has over 27 years of public safety experience and has served as Deputy Director of Emergency Management for Barrow County for over five years.

“We are very proud of Penny’s dedication and hard work,” commented Chief Skinner. “She has put a lot of work in obtaining this certification and is a true asset to the department and the citizens we serve.”

- SCOTT DAKIN

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Eastern District Fire Rescue operates a 29 ft former US Coast Guard Ambar boat as 20 Marine 1. It was refurbished with a new float collar and twin Evinrude E Tec 200 outboard motors. Additional equipment that was added was a radar, twin GPS receivers, marine band and fire radios, a Hale portable water pump, and a monitor that was removed from a salvaged apparatus. A full complement of medical equipment is carried, including a stretcher rated for helicopter hoisting. The top speed of the boat is 47 mph, and is carried 120 gallons of fuel and a normal crew of three. Since being placed into operation the boat has safely returned 100 people to the dock, 12 of which were rescued from critical situations, resulting in one crew earning the Medal of Merit and a Medal of Valor.

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GEORGIA

FIREFIGHTER/EMT JOHN FILEDS

Cherokee County firefighter, Brendan O'Brian, goes into the well to rescue the dog.

TIM CAVENDER

Firefighters rescue dog from 75 foot deep well Cherokee County, GA. Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services responded to an animal rescue call on July 5th, just shortly before 7 a.m., at 1900 Fletcher Drive in northeastern Chero- JUMP TO FILE# 070615128 kee County.

Cherokee County firefighters arrived on the scene to find at two to three month yellow Labrador had fallen into a 75 foot deep well.

According to Jose Santillan, an occupant of the home where the well was located, the dog and a black Labrador showed up at their home yesterday and appeared to be strays.

“The black Labrador was barking this morning and I went outside to find that the yellow Labrador had fallen into the well,” said Santillan.

Firefighters constructed a tripod above the hole and lowered firefighter, Brendan O’Brian, down into the well.

Moments later, O’Brien was raised out of the well with the dog.

The dog was given to firefighters, who administered oxygen and appeared to be OK. Afterwards, the dog was handed over to a representative from animal control to be taken to the Cherokee County Animal Shelter.

According to Santillan, “If the owners of the dogs are not located, we would be interested in adopting both dogs.”

- TIM CAVENDER

Firefighter/EMT Philpot receives plaque from Chief Howell

BCES announces Employee of the Quarter Firefighter/EMT Austin Philpot has been named the “Employee of the Quarter” for the second quarter of 2015.

Firefighter/EMT Philpot was nominated by several BCES members and below are direct quotes from the nominations.

“Firefighter/EMT Philpot has taken it upon himself to become an EMT. He took his personal time to take the class and perform his clinicals. Firefighter Philpot at the same time attended the Georgia Fire Academy and took a fire apparatus pump testing class.

After returning from the class, Firefighter Philpot asked to take over the department’s yearly

JUMP TO FILE #062915129 pump testing duties.”

“Firefighter/EMT Philpot has taken it upon himself to attend these classes to gain the knowledge and certifications to better this department. I am proud to have Firefighter/EMT Philpot on my shift and those are some of the reasons I nominate him for the employee of the quarter.”

Congratulations to Firefighter/EMT Austin Philpot!

- FREDDY HOWELL

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Once the dog returns to the top, firefighters give him oxygen.

Sumter County Fire & Rescue in Sumter County, Georgia recently took delivery of two 2015 Kenworth 3,000 gallon tankers. These tankers will allow SCFR the capabilities to deliver large amounts of water from a water source to a fire scene where there are no fixed water systems (hydrants). The delivery of these tankers is part of an apparatus replacement program and is the first in a series of additional apparatus that will be delivered to SCFR over the next few months.

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SCOTT DAKIN

Late night fire displaces three adults Just after 10:00 p.m. on July 20, 2015, communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting a house fire in the 500 block of Cherokee Road.

“Communication officers dispatched firefighters to the address and advised residents to evacuate the home,” stated Lieutenant Scott Dakin.

“Upon arrival, crews found heavy fire showing in the garage and spreading up the exterior wall into the attic of the home.”

Engine 1, Engine 6, Ladder Truck 7, Med 1, Med 7 and Battalion 1 responded to this incident.

Firefighters conducted an aggressive attack on the fire to bring it under control within 20 minutes of arrival.

JUMP TO FILE #072115106 The home suffered extensive damage due to the fire spread prior to firefighter arrival.

Crews were rotated often, due to the summer temperatures, which affects abilities of crews to conduct firefighting methods for long periods of time.

The Fire Investigation Team was dispatched to the scene to conduct an origin and cause investigation. It was determined that the fire started as a result of a mechanical issue in a vehicle that was parked in the garage.

Three adults were displaced as a result of this fire.

- SCOTT DAKIN

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Grady EMS on standby during an Atlanta firefighter event.

SHANE SHIFFLETT

Marietta Engine 52 on Wylie Rd.

SHANE SHIFFLETT

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Arab public works vehicle involved in morning crash.

CHIEF RICKY PHILLIPS

Arab public works truck struck on Highway 69 Arab, AL. Arab emergency units were called to a two vehicle accident at 8:52 a.m. Monday, July 6th at 1600 Alabama Hwy 69 on the east side of town.

An City of Arab Public Works pickup truck was stopped on the highway, blocking traffic for the brush truck that was collecting debris on the side of the road.

A pickup truck driven by 84

JUMP TO FILE #070615132 year old Robert Fox struck the city truck, knocking it into the woods.

The driver of the city truck was Randy Monk. However, no one was in the truck when the accident happened.

A public works employee, who

was directing traffic was standing behind the truck when he saw the pickup truck coming toward him.

He dove out of the way just before the impact.

No one was injured in the accident. Arab Fire, Arab Police and Samaritan EMS worked the incident.

- RICKY PHILLIPS

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The crew at Anniston Fire Department Station 4 used a spray mist to cool the kids at Kids Day at the Hamilton Club.

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Working structure battled by Elba On May 9th at approximately 2:05 p.m., Elba Fire Department was dispatched to a working structure fire on Herman Driggers Drive.

Units enroute to the station reported heavy smoke visible and called for mutual aid assistance for manpower from Five Star and New Brockton Fire Department due to outside temperatures.

Within a few minutes of dispatch, Engine 1 arrived on scene to find a single story, single family, tin roofed, wood framed home with the B side of the structure fully involved in fire, with the woods on the B side on fire also.

Engine 1 established command and started fire attack. Engine 3 arrived and laid a supply line in from the closest hydrant. Truck 2 and

JUMP TO FILE #080615104 Truck 5 arrived shortly after and all crews went to work.

Crews deployed one and three quarter inch hand lines to the B side of the structure and into the interior through the front while a two and a half inch hand line was deployed to the rear.

Crews made a quick knockdown on the fire then started salvage and overhaul. The home was a total loss yet some of the occupants' possessions on the D side of the structure were salvageable.

Shortly after arrival on the fireground, Elba Fire units were dispatched to a three vehicle accident on highway 84 East. New Brockton

Fire Department sent one of their trucks that was responding to the structure fire and Truck 2 broke loose to respond.

Command 1 arrived on scene and advised minor injuries to cancel and return to the fire grounds that New Brockton would handle the MVA. All Elba fire units fully returned to service at approximately 7:45 p.m.

We would like to thank everyone that assisted us on scene to include, Five Star Fire Department, New Brockton Fire Department, Elba Police Department, Coffee County EMS, and Zion Chapel Fire Department.

Rogersville firefighters recently responded to US Highway 72 East to a fully involved motor vehicle and wheat field fire.

Engine 15A, Tanker 15 and Bruch 15A responded. The fire quickly brought under control within ten minutes.

- ELBA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT

“Rock Your Abs to the Core” (Part 2) FIREFIGHTER FITNESS Lori Ann Hodgkinson

It was just last month that we revisited that all too familiar abdominal exercise the plank. Apparently, it has been successful for many who have attempted the challenge. If you are not yet on board, see last month’s edition “Work the Plank and “Rock” Your Abs to the Core!” so you are up to speed.

For those of you, who have successfully completed the challenge and even for those just tuning in, here is yet another quick, simple way to work those abs.

Start with a traditional plank – assume a traditional push-up position - bend your elbows 90 degrees and rest on your forearms.

(Your elbows should be directly beneath your shoulders, and your body should form a straight line from your head to your feet.)

Hold this position for 30 seconds.

If 30 seconds is beyond your capabilities hold it for as long as you can. Take brief rest periods and assume the position again until you reach a total of 30 seconds.

Next up - the side plank. This form of the plank really targets the oblique muscles (That side group of muscles many of you have expressed concern about). Laying on your side, place your elbow on the ground beneath your shoulder and stack your legs out to the side so that the heels, knees, and hips are aligned with your elbow. Lift the hips so that they are in line with your legs and torso creating a straight line. Once again hold this position 30 seconds or as long as you can up to 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

Last, but surely not least – move on to the ‘V’ Sit. Begin in a seated position, contract your abdominal muscles, and lift your legs up to a 45-degree angle.

Reach your arms straight forward or reach up toward your shins as you are able. Maintain good pos-

ture. As in the previous exercises hold for 30 seconds or as close to 30 seconds as possible. This exercise requires slightly more lower back involvement and strength than the other two, so be sure to work within your capabilities.

Protect your back at all times and play close attention to your form, posture and alignment. Return to the starting position slowly.

After completing each exercise once, go back and repeat the sequence two more times for a total of three.

For a similar routine including the upper body, lower body and abs, see the November 2014 issue (“Don’t Move a Muscle) or come back next month for a new fullbody stationary (isometric) workout. It’s Simple. It’s different. It works.

As always be sure to have your Physician’s approval and that you are free of limitations before beginning this or any exercise program.

Stay safe and let me know how it goes!

ALABASTER FIRE DEPARTMENT

Filling the boot The Alabaster Fire Department was at Walmart on August 9th to help "Fill the Booth" for the Alabama Muscular Dystrophy Association. Together, they raised $5409.37, which was picked up by Erin Franklin from the association.

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Three transported in Levy County At 6:50 p.m. on Sunday, June 22nd, the Levy County 911 Communications Center received a call reporting a motor vehicle accident involving multiple vehicles near the Yankeetown Elementary School. Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Levy County Department of Public Safety Squad 3 (Yankeetown), Rescue 3 (Inglis/Yankeetown), Rescue 5 (Cedar Key), and Inglis Fire Department responded with Florida Highway Patrol to the scene.

Units arrived on scene to a ‘Tbone’ collision involving two pas-

JUMP TO FILE #062415120 senger vehicles. Members worked together to quickly assess all occupants of the vehicles and any hazards. Crews performed basic extrication techniques to free one patient from the wreckage.

Three patients with minor injuries were transported by LCDPS ground units to Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center.

- ALESHA ARNOLD

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Firefighters show kids how to be cool Lady Lake, FL. Friday’s temperatures were soaring. For the kids at The Villages Elementary that made the day even better. Lake County firefighters were scheduled to visit the school for a show and tell and add a little fun into the kid’s day.

About 80 children of all ages from JUMP TO FILE# kindergarten to 5th 062915114 grade were able to check out Lake County’s fire engine 52 from the Lady Lake area.

The firefighters took all the children on a tour of the truck and demonstrated and explained what most of the equipment and tools were used for and how they helped people when they had to call firefighters for an emergency.

Every child was able to “hold” a hose line and spray water like a real firefighter, as part of a team with a Lake County firefighter.

Then came the fun part. It was time to cool off in the hot sun!

The children all planned ahead and were in bathing suits as part of a water day at school. The firefighters opened up a nozzle from the firetruck and the kids were able to run and have fun in the massive

SAFD

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water stream.

“We are always happy to be able to be involved with our community in any way possible” explains Lt. Brian Gamble, Vice President of the Professional Firefighters of Lake County. “We can mix some fun in, and also deliver an educational message to the children about what to do if you are caught in a house fire. We were able to make them comfortable and not scared of firefighters when we are dressed up in our bunker gear. It helps them understand who is inside there and that we are there to help them.”

The children even had a chance to ask questions of the firefighters and about their gear and equipment.

“Probably one of the toughest questions to answer is – how do you get air into the breathing tanks” Gamble states. “These kids are smart, you definitely have to be on your toes”.

Lake County Fire Rescue offers a free public education program for children that even includes a fire safety house that demonstrates real smoke effects, based on availability.

- Professional Firefighters of Lake County

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue receives prestigious ISO “Class 1” status

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue has just been notified that they are now recognized as a Class 1 Fire Rescue agency by the Insurance Services Organization.

The department was previously ranked as a “Class 3” agency. However, under the direction and leadership of Fire Chief Robert Hoecherl, Lauderdale Fort Fire Rescue was JUMP TO FILE# able to advance to 072015124 the highest rating the Insurance Services Organization awards. This rating of “Class 1” represents “superior property fire protection.”

ISO has extensive information on more than 47,000 fire-response jurisdictions. Currently, there are only 132 fire departments in the United States with an ISO rating of Class 1. There are 19 Class 1 fire departments in Florida out of more than 477 departments.

ISO collects information on municipal fire-protection efforts in communities throughout the United States. They then assign a Public Protection Classification from 1 to 10. Class 1 generally represents superior property fire protection, and Class 10 indicates that the area's fire-suppression program doesn't meet ISO’s min-

SAFD Sons of American Revolution award

The St. Augustine Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution awarded four St Augustine firefighters the Medal for Heroism on June 18, 2015. This is the first time that the Sons of the American Revolution awarded a St Augustine firefighter with their highest honor. Receiving the award were Firefighters David Healy, Kevin Stark Jr., Noah D. White and Lt. Pete Weiland. This award was earned during a deadly structure fire earlier this year. Lt. Weiland was also awarded the Fire Safety Commendation for his hard work and efforts in reorganizing and mainlining our pre-fire plans and inspections this year and making us 100% compliant with ISO requirements.

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imum criteria. The score is based on a Fire Suppression Rating Schedule which grades the department on equipment, staffing, communications, water distribution, community risk reductions and fire alarm facilities.

The ISO program recognizes the efforts of communities to provide fire protection services for citizens and property owners. A community’s investment in fire mitigation is a proven and reliable predicator of future fire losses. Insurance companies use ISO information to help establish fair premiums for fire insurance — generally offering lower premiums

TIMOTHY HEISER

in communities with better protection. The majority of insurance companies with the exception of State Farm use the ISO model to set the fire insurance premiums.

Homeowners in Fort Lauderdale should see savings from 02% where commercial businesses could see substantial savings from 3-12% on their fire insurance premiums. When totaling the annual savings on fire insurance premiums the dollar amount is estimated to be in the millions.

The new rating goes into effect on October 1st, 2015.

- TIMOTHY HEISER

The Coral Springs Fire Department is pleased to announce the deployment of its newest resource; a 2015 ASAP Off-Road Specialty Vehicle.

WILLIAM MOFFETT

Inglis, FL. Inglis Fire Rescue, Station 73 runs with this 2007 Chevy Tahoe, which is used for medical responses and as an incident/fire command post.

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CERT class 1, with Fire Chief Heather Burford kneeling at the left and CERT Program Manager Brad Dykens kneeling at the right

City of Seminole Fire Rescue Graduates First CERT Class City of Seminole Fire Rescue Graduates First CERT Class City of Seminole Fire Rescue graduated its first CERT Community Emergency Response Team class on June 27, 2015. 14 individuals completed three days of training that prepared them to better manage themselves and their families and help to others in the event of a disaster.

CERT teams exist to assist the first responders in times of catastrophic events or disasters. The City of Seminole team will be utilized to staff the City’s Emergency Operations Center, assist with evacuation shelter operations, and staff the area’s point of distribu-

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JUMP TO FILE #070615109 tion for supplies in the event of a disaster.

The basic CERT class specifically trains the volunteer members in disaster preparedness, disaster medical operations, fire safety, utility controls, and disaster psychology. Additional basic classes will be held over the next few months to grow the team to a total membership of about 100 members.

- BRAD DYKENS

Working house fire in Escambia County

Escambia County (FL) Fire Rescue responded to a reported house fire on the afternoon of June 2, 2015. While units were responding, multiple callers reported smoke and fire showing from a single family residence. Upon arrival, Engine 6 reported fire through the roof of an approximately 2500 square foot single story dwelling. Firefighters worked for approximately 60 minutes using one 2.5" and four 1.75” lines to bring this fire under control. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters. However, the house was a total loss.

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4H Kids fishing at the LCDPS complex

During summer break, many kids from throughout the county participated in the Florida 4H camping program led by Mr. Fuller. The program helps develop life skills in youth through experiential education. This week’s 4H group was a smaller than usual, group of 97 kids ages 8-16. The students were learning fishing skills at the Public Safety Complex (PSC) on Monday, June 29th, 2015. Mr. Fuller contacted LCDPS Director David Knowles for approval to fish out of the pond located in front of the Public Safety Complex. The kids had a great time catching several fish.

CHRIS DILLEY

Jacksonville Fire Rescue operates a 2009 Pierce Dash as Ladder 44. Ladder 44 is a rear mount 105 foot straight ladder.

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Fire Chief D’Angelo presents to a Vietnamese delegation at FAU On June 12, 2015, Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue District Chief D’Angelo made a presentation at the Florida Atlantic University, 2015 Leadership Symposium, hosted by the College for Design and Social Inquiry within the School of Public Administration.

Chief D’Angelo spoke to a group of seventeen state and local delegates from Vietnam on Disaster and Emergency Management.

Topics discussed included, but were not limited to, the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System and organizational design(s), State of Florida census information, Presi-

JUMP TO FILE #070715115 dential Policy Directive 8, and the National Protection Framework, and a Holistic Approach to Emergency/Disaster Management.

The day ended with a site visit and guided tour of the Palm Beach County Emergency Management building in West Palm Beach. It was a great learning experience for all members involved, and a special thank you to Dr. Khi V. Thai for coordinating the lecture series.

- GINGER LYLE

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Busy holiday in Bradenton Manatee Fire and Rescue had a busy 4th of July, with numerous firework injuries and powerful thunderstorms hitting only part of the City of Bradenton and left the other areas dry. Just before dark, fire units responded to 11 St. E and 56 Ave Dr. E for a reported brush fire. Units found a deep seated brush fire behind a housing complex. Additional hose lines with foam were deployed to knock the fire down.

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Division Chief Mike DeChelbor and Chief Jeff Hoyle

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Busy month for Cedar Hammock Fire Rescue On June 11, 2015, Cedar Hammock Fire Chief Jeffrey S. Hoyle brought on two new firefighters, Erik Lindberg and Wade Hudson at the June Board of Fire Commission meeting. In addition, Firefighter Zeke Eckersen was honored for his 27 years of service with CHFR. Zeke retired May 15, 2015.

Chief Hoyle presented Division Chief Mike DeChelbor with an award for his planning and lead-

JUMP TO FILE #070115102 ership in the purchase of two new Pierce Impel engines which were placed in service that evening.

Pastor Stan Pavkovich lead prayers before the two rigs were christened by an exchange of tank water from the replacement engines and both rigs were “pushed” into their bays as tradition war-

ranted.

Other awards presented that evening were for the Engine Specification Committee comprising of Captain Steve LaPlante, Lieutenants Ryan French and Matt Jones, and Firefighters James Taylor and Bobby Wadsworth. Chief Hoyle also promoted Lieutenant Joe Falcone to Captain and Firefighter Ryan French to Lieutenant.

- ALEXANDER LOBETO

Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue promotes three to lieutenant and awards a 15 year service pin At the July 15, 2015, meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue District, Fire Chief Sal D’Angelo administered the Oaths of Office to three newly promoted lieutenants. With their families in attendance, Lt. Louis Stoneburg, Lt. David Karpinecz, and Lt. Brooke Waring were sworn into service. Also in attendance was Lt. Michael Carpenter who was awarded a service pin for 15 years of service to the district. His brother Deputy Chief Matthew Carpenter, Operations and Training, made the award.

JERRY GONZALEZ

From left to right: Firefighters Marlon Rose, Daneen Mason, Henry Rudd, Walter Puello, Robert Gendreau and Rodney Moxie

Lauderhill Fire Rescue hosts ceremony for probationary firefighters Firefighters Marlon Rose, Daneen Mason, Henry Rudd, Walter Puello, Robert Gendreau and Rodney Moxie are now second year members of the Lauderhill Fire Department and have successfully completed their probationary training year.

As probationary firefighters, they undergo various tasks and performance objectives set forth by the department to evaluate their cognitive and physical skills along with mental toughness. From obtaining knowledge of department policies and procedures and ap-

JUMP TO FILE #071715103 plying it on the fireground to mastering new software used for report documentation; these probationary firefighters do it all.

Expectations are high; therefore staying in the books is key for these men and women to accomplish all that is demanded of them.

A series of exams with minimum passing scores are given at three, six and eleven month intervals for assessing the firefighter for what

he or she has retained from previous months of training.

The probationary firefighter also receives written evaluations on a monthly basis given by his or her company officer that focuses on specific strengths and weaknesses. By the end of their training year, these men and women exhibit remarkable altitudes of professionalism, are highly trained, and ready to serve as career firefighters.

- JERRY GONZALEZ

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Matlacha/Pine Island welcomes new employees The Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District is proud to announce that Fire Inspector C. Kulwicki and Firefighter R. Mollica completed their probationary period with the District. Both have been outstanding employees and have shown dedication to the district and those we serve. Congratulations to both of them!

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Patriotic tribute in City of Seminole TraumaOne landing City of Seminole Fire Rescue recently participated with the Flag Topping of the new Village Inn being constructed at BayPines.

Residents and dignitaries’ witnessed City of Seminole Firefighter and Marine Corps veteran James Craig ascend the ladder of Truck 29 to place the Nation’s colors atop the building.

Veteran’s from World War II,

JUMP TO FILE #072015136 Korea, and the Vietnam conflicts were special guests of honor.

United States Congressman David Jolley was the featured speaker at the event speaking of patriotism and what our country’s flag represents during a very in-

spirational tribute. Congressman Jolley also delivered a flag that was flown over the Capital.

The Village Inn restaurant corporation has committed to have flags placed on all of their outlets nationwide to honor our nation’s military members and first responders.

- BRAD DYKENS

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Heritage Chaplain’s Corner Didymus McHugh

What did we pass on?

We have a heritage and tradition that the fire service, our region, department or company has handed down.

In the fire service, we have the heritage of values, family, pride, honor, integrity. In certain areas, it may be a wetdown or housing a new apparatus.

We may have heard of the major fires from years ago, where do we get all our training? How did certain ways of doing things come from?

We have our crews that came before us to thank. They have lived the historic fires. They have developed certain firefighting strategies.

Granted we may no longer have to worry about taking the horses for the walk, toward the end of shift, but it is always good to hear the stories.

I encourage you to listen to them.

I have heard it said that once you are a firefighter, you are always a firefighter.

I cannot imagine what it must feel like to be a dedicated firefighter and then have to retire.

How many walking encyclopedias are in the nursing home or no longer around the station anymore?

Everyone has value.

The American Sign Language symbol for wisdom is to stroke your sideburns, where the grey is traditionally.

Just because the older, more experienced are no longer allowed to respond, does not mean that we should lose all that valuable information.

Maybe we should save, in video or audio format, what our brothers have experienced.

In many cultures the elders are treasured for their wisdom. Let us always make the time to listen to our elders.

We will be pleasantly surprised at the wisdom and history that will be unveiled to us.

If you have knowledge that you think that you can teach the rookies, how much can you learn from the elders?

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Coral Springs welcomes new members The Coral Springs Fire Department is excited to welcome six new firefighters to its ranks.

Six firefighters from different walks of life all came together to become part of their new family.

The new members began their journey on May 26, 2015 when their first day on the job brought them into a classroom to learn the "ins and outs" of the CSFD. The new members were tasked with learning both fire and EMS skills during their several week orientation program.

This program allows our agency to teach the new members the way in which our department specifically operates outside of their basic training.

Five of the new members have

JUMP TO FILE #062915128 been assigned to their respective shifts and one has started his career in the Community Risk Reduction Division.

"It's always a great feeling to welcome new members to our team. Giving someone the chance at a new and exciting career is one of the things that make being the fire chief enjoyable", said Fire Chief Frank Babinec.

The Coral Springs Fire Department is proud to welcome these men to our agency.

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Ribbon cutting event at Station 26 Indian Shores The red and white lettering on the side of Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue’s Squad 26 says it all: “Proudly Serving Indian Shores;” and with that, the grand reopening of Station 26 was held under the pavilion at the Indian Shores Municipal Center building.

The event was attended by over 100 residents of Indian Shores and surrounding communities, Congressman David Jolly, and community leaders from Belleair Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, and Redington Shores. As well as expressing his

JUMP TO FILE #071415109 support for the new station, Congressman Jolly presented Fire Chief Sal D’Angelo with an American flag that had been flown over the United States capitol.

The ribbon cutting was provided by the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce and was held at Station 26 which is located behind the Indian Shores Municipal building. The ceremony was followed by

a picnic style lunch with food provided by Firehouse Subs, Jimmy Johns, the town of Indian Shores and Pinellas Suncoast.

The reopening was part of the plan of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Pinellas Suncoast and Fire Chief Sal D’Angelo to improve response times and restore service to the area that was cut by Pinellas County several years ago - GINGER LYLE

LCDPS represented at CLINCON Levy County Department of Public Safety Paramedics Stephen Ferguson, Humberto Jimenez, and Joe Brooks volunteered to represent Levy County in the Bill Shearer Inter- JUMP TO FILE# 071415110 national Advanced Life Support (ALS) Competition at CLINCON 2015 in Orlando on July 9th and 10th.

This event is a challenge for critical thinking and problem solving in advanced life support skills used in the field. The competition consisted of complex simulations to challenge Paramedics in utilizing their knowledge and training. It attracted contestants from all over the state. The LCDPS Team represented the North Florida Region well placing 15th overall out of 36 teams. They competed against teams from Temple Terrace, Plantation, North Lauderdale, Delray Beach, and Manatee County.

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Plantation Firefighter One class 14-01 calls out their class motto “You light ‘em, we fight ‘em.” at the closing of graduation ceremonies. 11 new members became firefighters after completing six months of “Basic Training.”

Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue District Lt. Mike Carpenter and Deputy Chief Matt Carpenter.

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The Atoka Fire Department, will be fully operational and in service July 1, 2015. Serving the Citizens and the Town of Atoka, TN and parts of South Tipton, Co. and mutual aid to North Shelby Co. TN.

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The crew in Cherokee County responsible for rescuing a dog that fell into a well

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Greg Payne and Beverly Stanley of Volusia County Fire Rescue recognized for their contributions to the Growth and Resource Management Soup Master Challenge

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Codes, Rules, and Initiatives, a Safety Refresher - Part III STAYING SAFE

Chief Henry Campbell

Last month we listed the IAFC Rules of Engagement for Firefighter Survival and each rule as proposed by the IAFC has an objective and a NIOSH Fatality Report accompanying it. The objective or purpose of the rule is to correct an action or inaction that generally results in death or injury to a firefighter. The NIOSH report cites an example as to had the rule been practiced, it may have prevented the incident from occurring.

In this article on the IAFC Rules of Engagement for the Fire Service are listed the 14 rules and their objectives for incident commanders.

The Incident Commanders Rules of Engagement for Firefighter Safety: Rapidly Conduct, or Obtain, a 360 Degree Size Up of the Incident.

Objective: To cause the incident commander to obtain an early 360 degree survey and risk assessment of the fireground in order to determine the safest approach to tactical operations as part the risk assessment and action plan development and before firefighters are placed at substantial risk.

Determine the Occupant Survival Profile. Objective: To cause the incident commander to consider fire conditions in relation to possible occupant survival of a successful rescue event before committing firefighters to high risk search and rescue operations as part of the initial and ongoing risk assessment and action plan development.

Conduct an Initial Risk Assessment and Implement a Safe Action Plan. Objective: To cause the incident commander to develop a safe action plan by conducting a thorough size-up, assess the occupant survival profile and completing a thorough risk assessment before firefighters are placed in high risk positions on the fireground.

If You Do Not Have the Resources to Safely Support and Protect Firefighters –Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To prevent the commitment of firefighters to high risk tactical objectives that cannot be accomplished safely due to inadequate resources on the scene.

Do Not Risk Firefighter Lives for Lives or Property That Can Not Be Saved –Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To prevent the commitment of firefighters to high risk search and rescue and firefighting operations that may harm them when fire conditions prevent occupant survival and significant or total destruction of the building is in-

evitable.

Extend Limited Risk to Protect Savable Property. Objective: To cause the incident commander to limit risk exposure to a reasonable, cautious and conservative level when trying to save a building that is believed, following a thorough size up, to be savable.

Extend Vigilant and Measured Risk to Protect and Rescue Savable Lives. Objective: To cause the incident commander to manage search and rescue, and supporting firefighting operations, in a highly calculated, controlled, and cautious manner, while remaining alert to changing conditions, during high risk search and rescue operations where lives can be saved.

Act Upon Reported Unsafe Practices and Conditions That Can Harm Them. Stop, Evaluate and Decide.

Objective: To prevent firefighters and supervisors from engaging in unsafe practices or exposure to unsafe conditions that will harm them and allowing any member to raise an alert about a safety concern without penalty and mandating the incident commander and command organization officers promptly address the question to insure safe operations.

Maintain Frequent Two-Way Communications and Keep Interior Crews Informed of Changing Conditions. Objective: To insure that the incident commander is obtaining

frequent progress reports from command organization officers and all interior crews are kept informed of changing fire conditions observed from the exterior by the incident commander, or other command officers, that may affect crew safety.

Obtain Frequent Progress Reports and Revise the Action Plan.

Objective: To cause the incident commander, as well as all command organization officers, to obtain frequent progress reports, to continually assess fire conditions and any risk to firefighters, and to regularly adjust and revise the action plan to maintain safe operations.

Ensure Accurate Accountability of All Firefighter Location and Status. Objective: To cause the incident commander, and command organization officers, to maintain a constant and accurate accountability of the location and status of all firefighters within a small geographic area of accuracy within the hazard zone and be aware of who is presently in or out of the building.

If, After Completion of the Primary Search, Little or No Progress Towards Fire Control Has Been Achieved - Seriously Consider a Defensive Strategy. Objective: To cause a benchmark decision point, requiring the incident commander to determine if it’s safe to continue offensive interior operations if there is no progress in controlling the fire and

there are no lives to be saved following the completion of the primary search.

Always Have a Rapid Intervention Team in Place at All Working Fires. Objective: To cause the incident commander to have a RIT in place ready to rescue firefighters at all working fires.

Always Have Firefighter Rehab Services in Place at All Working Fires. Objective: To insure all firefighters who endured physically strenuous activity at a working fire are rehabilitated and medically evaluated for continued duty.

The International Association of Fire Chiefs has developed these Rules of Engagement and they should be guidelines implemented by all fire departments and firefighters at all emergency incidents to which they respond. Firefighter safety requires there be an officer or senior member in command of the emergency situation trained to a higher level than that of firefighters. They must be knowledgeable and experienced in emergency scene operations. If there is no one to command the incident, all operations should be limited to exterior only until proper supervision is on scene.

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