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Jan/Feb, 2016
1ST Responder Newspaper - CA
ERIC SHERWIN
REDLANDS FD
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At approximately 2:18 a.m. on January 9th, Redlands firefighters responded to a vehicle that crashed into a home on the 400 block of Robinhood Lane. When firefighters arrived, they found a vehicle that had entered the structure causing significant damage to the home and contents. A 28 year old male in the vehicle was evaluated by paramedics for hand pain and refused further treatment. None of the occupants of the
JUMP TO FILE #011416123 home were injured. Firefighters remained on scene until after 3:00 a.m. to assist with reinforcing the structure during the removal of the vehicle. Redlands Police are investigating the cause of the accident. - REDLANDS FD
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Santa practices for the big day Warming up for what promises to be a very busy Christmas Eve for Santa and his helpers, the big man arrived early Monday morning in San Diego to make a practice run to special families in the area. Deputizing firefighters, family members and friends, Santa took the lead in San Diego Fire-Rescue Department Engine 918, guiding an entourage of vehicles and helpers who made their way to nine area residences, making wish lists a reality for children and adults alike. Clothing, bikes, toys, gift certificates and all manner of surprises remaining wrapped until Christmas morning were unloaded and delivered by Santa. Santa’s engine arrived with flashing lights and blaring air horns, making sure everyone knew he had arrived. A second engine and truck
JUMP TO FILE #122315120 company made sure Santa was noticed before they arrived on scene. Not forgetting other children, Santa and the firefighters also brought along a truck packed with over 5000 toys which were handed out while Santa was visiting with those on his list. While San Diego firefighters take care of Santa and his deliveries, they spend the entire year getting ready for the event, working with San Diego city schools and corporate sponsors to make the day a reality. This year marks the 26th year San Diego firefighters from IAFF local 145 have distributed toys. - BOB GRAHAM
County firefighters rescue dog from mine shaft Just before 11:30 a.m. on December 31, San Bernardino County Fire received a report of a fall victim in a mine south of Lucerne Valley. Further inquiries from dispatchers revealed that it was a small dog that had fallen down a shaft. First units on scene on Powerline Road at Meridian Road were met with a local family who stated they were on a hike when they encountered an entrance to a mine approximately two miles north of their present location. They said that they were crawling through the entrance when Julie, their fifteen pound poodle, ran ahead and fell down a shaft that was about thirty feet into the mine. Heavy rescue units from Hesperia and Fontana responded to the desert scene to reinforce the engine company, medic ambulance, brush patrol and chief officer already assigned for a total of sixteen personnel. The entrance to the mine is 30 inches high by 30 inches wide. It quickly opens up into a long hori-
JUMP TO FILE #011416118 zontal drift along which the first shaft was located. Artificial light was required due to total darkness that existed when traveling more than ten feet from the entrance. Atmospheric monitoring was established to ensure adequate oxygen levels and the absence of any hazardous gases. The shaft was located and determined to be thirty-five feet deep. Julie was visible at the bottom moving and yipping on the floor. A rope system was established, anchored into the hillside, and extended into the mine. Just after 4:00 p.m., Julie was brought out of the mine by County firefighters and reunited with her family. There were no injuries to Julie, rescue personnel, or civilians. - ERIC SHERWIN