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Redding, CT - On November 10th 10:47 A.M., the Redding, West Redding and Georgetown Fire Departments were simultaneously dispatched to a barn fire at 126 Black Rock Turnpike. Upon arrival of Redding Car 1, he reported a fully involved barn fire and requested tankers from Bethel and Stony Hill.

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NEW HAMPSHIRE

First Responders Recover Body of Dover Man Found in Cocheco River Dover, NH - The Dover Police and Fire Department were called to Green Street around 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 29th, after a passerby spotted what they thought was a body in the Cocheco River, just off of the Joe B. Parks Riverwalk.

First Responders JUMP TO FILE# arrived and located 120217107 the body of a man in a cluster of trees by the edge of the river down the steep bank.

Police cleared the area and immediately called in the Chief Medical Examiner to investigate.

Dover Fire Department and first responding units used ropes on the steep incline to recover the body within an hour of the initial call, after the Medical Examiner inspected and photographed the area.

Within 24 hours, the body was identified as Danny Carroll, a 52year-old resident of Dover that was well known as a talented musician with a keen sense of humor and an outgoing personality. Carroll had also battled addiction and homelessness in recent months.

The Medical Examiner's office stated that the cause of death was drowning and that it did not appear that there was a crime committed.

- ERIN THOMAS

Dover, NH crews used ropes to recover a body on the steep bank of the edge of the Cocheco River.

The staff of 1st Responder Newspaper would like to extend to our valued readers and advertisers our warmest wishes for a safe & happy holiday season.

ERIN THOMAS

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Large Propane Leak Closes Local Popular Hardware Store Farmington, NH - At 7:18 A.M. on the morning of December 15th, Farmington FD responded to a large outside liquid propane leak at a local hardware store called "Camerons Hardware," on Route 11 in Farmington.

Farmington FD Units that responded were Farmington Engine 4 and Farmington Car 1. An additional Engine from New Durham FD was also requested to respond to the scene at 926 Route 11.

JUMP TO FILE #121517100 Farmington FD advised Command that Eastern Propane called for an Emergency Response Team to the scene, located on a very busy Route 11 in Strafford County.

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The Mary Christmas Chaplain's Corner

Pastor Fernando Villicana

Bible verse: Luke 1:46 And Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, v47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. v48 For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed. v49 For He who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is His name.

The words “I’m pregnant” never fails to attract attention. As a husband, a father and grandfather I’ve heard them spoken several times – three times by my wife and seven times by my own children.

Usually when we hear these words “I’m pregnant” there is happiness attached to it. But not always: Sometimes it’s said in fear and uncertainty – perhaps the wrong time in life or an insecure future. Sometimes in anger, because the relationship occasioning the pregnancy carries with it the likelihood of becoming abandoned and having to face it alone and it becomes embittering.

From joy to guilt, or from “happy to be” to “what will happen to me,” the full spectrum of emotions surrounds pregnancy. As you read the account of Mary, you’ll find that even in a drab, uninviting town called Nazareth, God brings a miracle. As proven over and over again, there is no place you can be in life where God’s grace can’t find you. The story of Mary is a story of how God is able to bring life into the most barren settings and bring hope into the most unpromising situations in your life.

There’s no doubt the most popular Christian theme of Christmas is the birth of Jesus. But have we overlooked another miracle?

Another truth of this whole picture is that God Himself can birth miracles in us as a way of life. The Christian life is one of miracles.

The point: Just as God blessed Mary, he will bless us. You may say: “But there’s only one Jesus born.” Yes, that was Mary’s time – now it’s our time.

There’s something inside of us just waiting to be birthed. A miracle, a blessing. The nativity is a story of people getting pregnant.

Regardless of gender, age or circumstance – we are all pregnant!

Pregnant with a miracle. This is what happens when the Mary Christmas is embraced by all of us.

Heaven is still waiting to pour promise into earth’s most unlikely places. Are you in a place where it seems like nobody knows where you are? Or, are you doing relatively well but need a boost of spirit (renewing/refreshing). In any case, you are a prime candidate for a Mary Christmas.

The God who chose a virgin girl as the avenue through whom He would miraculously give us the greatest gift of all - a Savior, is still at work today. In marriages, in child rearing, in hearts and minds, in business, relationships and even retirement.

Where life or love, hope or strength, promise or patience have disappeared (or never been there in the first place), God comes to offer the Mary Christmas Miracle.

Qualifying for a Mary Christmas doesn’t require a self-accomplished goodness. It only calls us to be open to a God-appointed grace.

Have a Merry Mary Christmas, -Pastor Fernando Villicana, Fire Service Chaplain

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Early Morning Fire Displaces Two in Campton

Campton, NH - At 2:05 A.M. on Monday, November 27th, Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue, Woodstock, NH Fire Department (for Ladder 1) and Campton, NH Police responded to Antler Road in Campton for a reported electrical problem with smoke in a residence. Upon arrival, crews located a fire in an exterior wall. A First-Alarm was requested, calling in help from several area towns. Crews worked to locate and extinguish the seat of the fire, which was between the first and second floor. The fire was quickly contained, however crews remained on scene for over an hour overhauling the stubborn fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but believed to be electrical, and no injuries were reported.

The fire caused extensive damage to the residence and displaced the two occupants.

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California: Garrett Paiz, 38 Rank: Firefighter/Driver Incident Date: October 16, 2017 Death Date: October 16, 2017 Fire Department: CAL FIRE Initial Summary: Firefighter/Driver Garrett Paiz was killed in Napa, California, while operating an empty 1993 Kenworth water tender (tanker) when, according to the California Highway Patrol, the vehicle left the roadway on a curve and crashed through a guardrail down a ravine. Paiz, who died at the scene, was working on the Nuns fire burning in the hills above Oakville and was heading for a water resupply when the crash occurred near the bottom of a steep winding section of roadway called the Oakville Grade. According to initial reports, the roadway was closed for fire operations only at the time of the crash, and no other vehicles were involved. Firefighter/Driver Paiz, a native of the Coachella Valley in Southern California, and a volunteer firefighter with the Noel Fire Department in Missouri, was working as a contract firefighter with CAL FIRE at the time of his passing. The cause of the fatal incident remains under investigation by authorities.

New York: Ronald W. Hinkle, 71 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: October 17, 2017 Death Date: October 17, 2017 Fire Department: Loch Sheldrake Fire Department Initial Summary: On October 17, 2017, Firefighter Ronald W. Hinkle responded to a motor vehicle accident with the Loch Sheldrake Fire Company #1.

Firefighter Hinkle was found later in the day at his home unresponsive. Fellow firefighters and other first responders attempted to revive Hinkle, but all rescue efforts failed. Firefighter Hinkle passed away from a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be determined.

New Jersey: Edward J. Frenenski , 31 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: October 23, 2017 Death Date: October 23, 2017 Fire Department: Stanhope Hose Company 1 Initial Summary: Firefighter Edward J. Frenenski was participating in vehicle extrication training during a fire department drill at the county fire training academy. While performing a practical evolution, he suffered an apparent seizure, and was immediately treated by FD and EMS personnel on scene.

He subsequently went into cardiac arrest while being transported to a local hospital, and CPR was initiated. Hospital emergency room staff continued with life-saving measures to no avail. Firefighter Frenenski, a life-saving organ donor at the time of his passing, was pronounced deceased approximately 2.5 hours later.

New York: David E. Carr, 62 Rank: Firefighter-Operator Incident Date: November 3, 2017 Death Date: November 4, 2017 Fire Department: Brasher - Winthrop Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter-Operator David E. Carr responded with his fire department on a mutual aid call to an industrial fire of 5,800 tons of burning wood pellets inside of a large metal warehouse. Firefighters, with the aid of the company president who brought in an excavator from another work site to tear down the walls and roof of the building, worked through the night to bring the fire under control. After being released from the scene, Firefighter-Operator Carr returned with his fire department to the firehouse to clean and put away equipment. Firefighter-Operator Carr then departed for home, where, later in the morning, he succumbed to a nature and cause of fatal injury still to be reported.

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PATCH OF THE MONTH

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Providence Firehouses to Become “Safe Stations” for Those Battling Opioid Addiction Providence, RI - Originally developed in Manchester, New Hampshire, the "Safe Station" program will now be coming to Rhode Island. The program was designed to help those suffering with opioid addiction by allowing them to come to participating firehouses without fear of legal trou-

JUMP TO FILE #122117104 ble, and connecting them to counselors/treatment centers 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

During a conference on Monday, December 11th, Mayor Jorge

Elorza announced his plan to make the 12 city fire stations sanctuaries for people battling the opioid epidemic. The program is scheduled to begin in January of 2018.

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Berwick, ME - Berwick Engine 2 responding to a fire at the former Prime Tannery building across from the Fire Station.

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Fire Heavily Damages Byam’s Quick Stop in East Franklin

East Franklin, VT - At around 8:50 A.M. on November 22nd, Franklin Fire Department responded to Byam's Quick Stop on Lake Road in East Franklin for a structure fire. Mutual Aid was called in from the Enosburgh, Berkshire and Highgate Fire Departments. The store had extensive fire and smoke damage on the second-floor, as well as smoke and water damage on the first-floor. Firefighters made an interior attack and the fire was under control in about an hour. There were no reported injuries. Enosburgh Ambulance stood-by at the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Structure Fire in Shelburne Results in Good Save by Primary and Mutual Aid Departments Shelburne, VT - Multiple departments responded to a daytime structure fire in Shelburne on December 5th. Thanks to rapid response and great mutual aid assistance, the initial attack led to a quick knockdown of flames.

That said, due to wind and spread of heat through the framing structure, it remained a stubborn incident that required significant overhaul to eradicate.

Thanks to Shelburne VFD,

JUMP TO FILE #120617107 Charlotte VFD, Hinesburg VFD, Shelburne Rescue, Charlotte Rescue, Shelburne Police, and the neighbor who called in the fire.

No injuries were reported, and everyone went home safely.

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Firefighters Battle House Fire in Sheldon

Sheldon, VT - On November 12th around 5:45 P.M., Sheldon Fire Department, with Mutual Aid from Franklin and Enosburgh Fire Departments, responded to a structure fire on Route 120 in Sheldon. AmCare Ambulance (Paramedic Unit) stood-by. The Franklin County Sheriff's Department was also on the scene. Upon arrival of Sheldon's first-due engine, heavy smoke and fire was showing from the second-floor. An interior attack was made, knocking the fire down quickly. Firefighters were on the scene for several hours. There were no reported injuries. The fire appeared to have started in the kitchen, but it is under investigation.

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Tractor-Trailer Carrying 5,000 Chickens Rolls Over on I-84

Sandy Hook, CT - Sandy Hook firefighters were dispatched at 6:12 A.M. on Saturday, December 9th, for a tractor-trailer on its side on I-84 eastbound. Southbury Fire was already on scene because they were dispatched first. Upon arrival, Southbury Car 2 (Brian Warren) added Sandy Hook Fire to the assignment as it was in their district. Rescue 444 arrived with a crew and lots of speedi-dri, booms and pads to assist.

Sandy Hook 2nd Asst. Chief Mike Burton assumed command of the incident. DEEP and Newtown Animal Control were also on scene. Firefighters applied speed-dri, assisted with traffic control, and also helped offload some of the 5,000 chickens. One firefighter was almost hit due to a civilian not paying attention and driving through the emergency cones.

Firefighters remained on scene until 9:35 A.M.

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Redding and Surrounding Towns Work Fully Involved Barn Fire Redding, CT - On November 10th 10:47 A.M., the Redding, West Redding and Georgetown Fire Departments were simultaneously dispatched to a barn fire at 126 Black Rock Turnpike. Upon arrival of Redding Car 1, he reported a fully involved barn fire JUMP TO FILE# and requested 111017115 tankers from Bethel and Stony Hill. Additional support was requested from Easton, and station coverage was provided by Ridgefield, Brookfield and Mill Plain. The barn contained chickens at the time of the fire.

- ROBERT FISH

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Boston, Striking the Box VIDEO REVIEW

Video reviews by John Malecky

Boston, Striking the Box

By Fireline Video Available from: FSP Books & Videos 188 Central Street, Suite #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-522-8528 E-Mail: support@fire-policeems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $29.95 (DVD) This DVD was originally released by Advanced Print and Video in 2002. It is 90 minutes in length and covers eight Boston incidents between 2001 and 2002. Those incidents are listed in the ad found on the FSP website. Otherwise, they are shown at the beginning of the incident as you view the DVD. It involved two working fires with the rest being multiples between two and nine alarms. At the beginning of each incident is found

the date, the location and the number of alarms. With a few exceptions, that is all that can be found. It is up to the viewer to figure out what is burning. The viewer can hear a narrator in a few of the incidents but not all are narrated.

Most of the incidents occur at night and it is hard to make out the scene. Also, heavy smoke obscures the ability to size up a building and in one incident, the apparatus obstructs the view of the fire building because the videographer is on the ground at the same level as the vehicles.

One 9 alarmer is of a fire at the Old Navy Yard and another at a high, windowless commercial or industrial structure. A fifth alarmer involves several wood frame structures which started in a 2 ½story vacant one which became fully involved. A 4th alarmer at a three-story ordinary construction building of either commercial or industrial use, proved to be a stubborn one to fight.

In all, the BFD put up a valiant fight. Those who like to view major fires would find this to be a good selection.

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Do You See What I See?

by Chief Joel Miller

During this holiday season, social media should be a routine part of your department's holiday functions. This is a great time to showcase what your department is doing during this holiday season. Most departments are very active in the community during this time of year and your tax paying citizens would love to know that your department is spreading that ewell tide cheer. Below are just a few ideas of postings that can let your community see what you see.

-Crews having Christmas dinner.

-Departments having their picture taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

-Videos of your department participating in a community food drive.

-Live broadcast on social media promoting your department's toy drive.

-Show off your department’s Christmas decorations.

-Christmas parade pictures.

-Building snowmen.

-Decorating the fire station.

-Decorating the Christmas tree.

-Showcase Santa Claus arriving to your town on the fire truck.

-Post a demonstration video of how fast a dry christmas tree burns.

-Videos where your crew members share holiday safety tips.

-Videos of how to properly deep fry a turkey.

Using your crew members in safety tip videos allows your department to become a familiar face in the community. No matter how your department celebrates this holiday season, make sure you share all of the positive things your department does on social media for your community and others around the world to see.

TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR DEPARTMENT AND ALL OF THE AMAZING THINGS YOU DO.

MICHAEL CARENZA JR

Berlin House Fire Quickly Contained Berlin, CT - On December 15th around 1:15 P.M., all four fire companies responded to 110 Parish Drive for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, it was reported that a rear portion of the house was on fire and spreading up into the attic. Firefighters made a good stop in the attic, preventing more damage. The fire is to believed to have started in a hot tub in the back outside corner of the house. It is still under investigation at this time. The Cromwell and Newington Fire Departments provided station coverage.

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ALL IN THE FAMILY

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Danbury, CT - On November 14th, the Danbury Fire Department promoted Captain Joseph Halas to the position of Deputy Fire Chief. Deputy Chief Halas is the brother of Danbury Fire Lieutenant John Halas, who are both sons of Danbury Firefighter Joseph Halas who, along with Lieutenant Martin "Butch" Melody, were lost in the Line of Duty at a fire on February 23, 1982. Deputy Chief Halas has been with the Danbury Fire Department for 20 years. His new assignment will be as Shift Commander for the "C" Platoon.

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BERNIE MEEHAN, JR.

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Windsor Locks Firefighters Battle Saturday Afternoon Blaze Windsor Locks, CT - At 2:10 P.M. on Saturday, November 25th, Windsor Locks Public Safety Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a building fire at 465 Halfway House Road.

Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire showing from the rear of the house, and smoke and fire showing from the front of the house. The first-due engine company attempted an aggressive interior attack, but were driven back by the intense flames. After a short exterior attack with 1-2.5" line and 2-1.75" lines, crews were able to

JUMP TO FILE #112517104 re-enter the structure and knock down the remainder of the fire in the first-floor, attic and attached garage.

The basement suffered smoke and water damage. Shortly after firefighters arrived on scene, the live power line to the house came down in the front yard and began arching, requiring Eversource to respond. One resident was transported by Windsor Locks Lions

Ambulance to the hospital for evaluation, but no other injuries were reported.

Engine 8 from Bradley International Airport FD assisted on scene, while Squad 238 from Warehouse Point FD provided station coverage. Windsor Locks PD provided traffic control during the fire, while Windsor Locks Civil Preparedness and the American Red Cross assisted on scene. The fire is under investigation by the Windsor Locks Fire Marshal's Office.

- CORAL RUGGIERO

KARIN M. HALSTEAD

Sandy Hook, CT - At only 19-years-old, Tess Vogel is doing an amazing job in the fire service. She is an active member of the Sandy Hook Vol. Fire & Rescue Co. in Sandy Hook. She keeps up on her certifications and loves responding to calls!

CORAL RUGGIERO

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Norwich, CT - On Friday, December 8th, the Norwich Fire Department's Platoon 3 trained on vehicle stabilization and extrication techniques for vehicles that have rolled over on their side.

Companies utilized the equipment carried on Squad A to make sure the vehicle was safe to operate on and to simulate removing a patient from the passenger compartment. Members started with cribbing and then set up the Paratech Struts. Then, a Little Giant Ladder was set up and members began making cuts using the TNT Cutters to remove the roof. Once the roof was out of the way, members wrapped a chain around the steering column and used the spreaders to displace it a few inches which also lifted the dashboard.

Initial photo of scene.

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Multiple Crews Respond to Garage Fire in Sandy Hook Sandy Hook, CT - Sandy Hook firefighters, along with Botsford, Hook & Ladder and Hawleyville were dispatched to the area of Berkshire Road near Fir Tree at 1:14 P.M. on Sunday, November 26th for a structure fire.

Sandy Hook Chief Bill Halstead arrived on the scene first and found fire coming out of the garage at a residence on Fir Tree Lane. Sandy Hook Quint 440 was the first apparatus to arrive on

JUMP TO FILE #112917110 scene, followed by Tanker 449.

The crew went right to work attacking the fire. Newtown Hook and Ladder Engine 111 set up water supply at the end of the driveway.

Engine 441 was next to arrive and directed to take a look at the elderly woman who was helped out of her house by a passing

Newtown volunteer firefighter.

The woman was fine and refused treatment.

Southbury Fire stood by at Sandy Hook’s main station. Approximately 55 emergency personnel responded to the call. One firefighter suffered a minor arm injury while fighting the fire.

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Fire Erupts at Condominium Complex in Fall River Fall River, MA - Around 5:45 P.M. on November 25th, firefighters were dispatched to River View Condominiums at 3652 North Main St. for a report of smoke showing and heat detector activation.

Engine 6 arrived and reported smoke showing, and called JUMP TO FILE# a Working Fire.

112517102 Engine 6 was able to access the fire lane and maneuver the apparatus to the rear of the multiunit building and begin fire attack on the first-floor north unit. Car 2, under the command of District Chief James Mellen, ordered Engine 2 to take the hydrant and feed Engine 6.

Platform 1 was also able to access the parking area through the fire lane and was in position to ventilate the roof if needed. Rescue 1 completed a primary search of the floors above the fire and removed a cat.

Engines 2, 6, 12, Platform 1, Ladder 4, Rescue 1 and Car 2 responded along with the Special Services Lighting Unit. Firefighters made a quick knockdown of fire conditions and were able to limit the spread to any additional units. Command called for the Fire Investigation Unit to respond to complete the cause and origin investigation.

- KENNETH LEGER

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Oxford Fire-EMS Lieutenant Dennis Fitzgibbons after working back-to-back structure fires on the night of December 14th.

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Truck Fire Quickly Knocked Down in Whitman

Whitman, MA - Around 3:45 P.M. on the afternoon of Monday, December 4th, the Whitman Fire Department received a call reporting a truck on fire in the area of 712 Plymouth Street.

Engine-243, Engine-242 and Car-3 responded. Companies arrived to find a pickup truck smoking on the side of the road. One line was stretched off of Engine-243 and firefighters were quickly able to knock down the flames. Crews overhauled the vehicle and extinguished hot spots. Route-58 was closed for a brief period of time while firefighters extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported.

MEET OUR CORRESPONDENTS If you have photos you would like to see in our “Meet Our Correspondents” feature, please upload them on our website, www.1stResponderNews.com or email them to Lindsey@1stResponderNews.com.

Fall River, MA - During a recent working fire in Fall River, 1st Responder Newspaper correspondent Ken Leger was photographed as he worked the emergency scene.

All of the participants posed for a photo before having their faces shaved.

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Hanover Firefighters “No Shave November” Shave-Off for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Hanover, MA - On the evening of Thursday, December 7th, Hanover Firefighters IAFF Local 2726 held a "Shave Off" fundraiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society following their No-Shave November.

Hanover firefighters raised money throughout the month of November for not shaving their mustaches. Hanover Firefighters Local #2726 President Chris Azzizian said this fundraiser was the idea of several union members who decided that they would like to raise money for the Leukemia &

JUMP TO FILE #121017100 Lymphoma Society after some family members suffered from this disease.

The month of mustache growing culminated at the Hanover American Legion Hall where firefighters' mustaches were auctioned off for the opportunity to shave the mustache off of your favorite firefighter. Wives, girlfriends, kids and even a firefighter's mother, among others, donated to shave the faces

of the participants.

Hanover Firefighter Eric Johnson was able to get over $200 in donations for shaving his soul patch, which he has had for over 16-years. Another $50 was raised while he was in the chair for him to reluctantly shave his head.

The fun evening ended up raising around $4,500 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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Hanover FF John Earle tries pulling away from getting his mustache shaved at the Shave-Off.

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Engine 1's Pump Operator monitors his lines as smoke pushes from the fire building.

Stubborn Fire Displaces Three Residents, Keeps Chicopee Barnstable County Fire Chiefs Association Hosts Jakes Busy for Hours Chicopee, MA - A fire less than a week before Thanksgiving sent three residents out into the cold and caused significant damage to a threestory, wood-frame dwelling in the Falls section of Chicopee on November 18th.

Chicopee firefighters were summoned to the area of 116 Pine Street for the reported structure fire at 9:15 P.M., and arrived on scene within four minutes of dispatch, as the reported address was less than three blocks from Fire Headquarters.

Companies arrived to find the threestory, balloon frame, multiple dwelling at 122-124 Pine Street showing heavy smoke on the first and second floors.

Once it was confirmed that the three occupants of the dwelling were safely outside of the home, crews focused their efforts on containing the fire. Unfortunately, the fire had already taken possession of void spaces in the "Delta" side wall and

JUMP TO FILE #112517100 was progressing up to the attic as the first attack lines were stretched into position.

Pine Street command elevated the incident to the second-alarm level by calling in the two remaining available city engine companies, plus an engine company from Westover Air Reserve Base to the scene for additional manpower. With the additional manpower on the fireground, the fire was brought under control roughly an hour after the initial dispatch, but companies remained on scene overnight to monitor the dwelling and ensure that the fire did not rekindle. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the CFD and State Fire Marshal's Office.

- NATE ARNOLD

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JUMP TO FILE #112017134 Boston Fire Department has and will undertake to prevent this disease from further affecting their own members and all firefighters throughout the nation. The O2X group spoke on a variety of firefighter health and wellness related subjects including proper diet, exercise, stress, PTSD, annual medical exams, and their industry leading health and wellness course scheduled to be offered in the spring of 2018 to Cape Cod fire departments.

Dr. O’Nieal closed the day by speaking on developing and implementing

highly effective leadership qualities on both personal and organizational levels, the benefits of formal and informal education and training, and the future of the United States fire service.

It is extremely rare to have two fire service leaders of Commissioner Finn and Dr. O’Nieal’s caliber speak at a regional based conference such as this. The Chiefs Association and all of the firefighters in attendance are exceptionally appreciative to have had the opportunity to study the outstanding messages and valuable leadership lessons provided by these two fire service legends.

- CHIEF ROBERT MORAN

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Waltham Fire Dept. recently took delivery of a 2017 Seagrave Marauder ll heavy duty 95’ Aerial Scope tower ladder. Tower ladder 1 will be housed at Central Station.

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Teenager Stuck in River Requires Water Rescue in Waltham Waltham, MA - A report of a teenager stuck in the ice on the Charles River on December 19th sent a response of Waltham Engine 1 with a boat, Rescue 1 with a boat, Medic JUMP TO FILE# 1 and Ambulance 1 122017116 to the scene.

The teenager was in a rubber boat when it got stuck in the ice. He was in no danger, but it required Waltham firefighters to don ice rescue gear to get to him. When they secured his boat, they pulled him to shore where he was examined by EMTs before being released.

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Waltham, MA - In November, the Waltham Fire Department conducted ladder truck operation training. A lot of the training involved the use of a new 95’ tower ladder.

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Fire Museum Holds Second Annual Breakfast with Santa Fall River, MA - On December 3rd, the Fall River Fire Museum held their second annual "Breakfast with Santa" event. Guests were treated to a full breakfast of bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, pancakes and french toast sticks, along with coffee and juice. After everyone had full bellies, jolly old Saint Nick made his way into the hall to the delight of everyone.

JUMP TO FILE #120417102 When Santa reached the front of the room, a large decorated Christmas tree and throne awaited him. Each child and even some adults were able to sit on Santa's lap to pose for a picture and to whisper their dreams for Christmas

morning. The children each received a coloring book and candy from Santa to hold them over for another couple of weeks. This is the second year the museum has held this party as a fundraiser for the museum, and it was another great success.

- KENNETH LEGER

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One of the members of Ladder Co. 8 ventilates the roof of 39 Wachusett Street.

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Hot Ashes Spark Fire, Displacing Two Residents in Springfield Springfield, MA - A mid-afternoon structure fire that was sparked by improperly disposed fireplace ashes heavily damaged an occupied two-story Cape Cod style dwelling in the East Forest Park section of Springfield on Sunday, November 12th.

Springfield firefighters responded to the call shortly after 2:00 P.M. and arrived on scene at 39 Wachusett Street within five minutes of the alarm. Initial calls stated that a shed was on fire in the rear of the address, but by the time companies arrived, the fire had spread to the attached single-

JUMP TO FILE #111517114 bay garage and was progressing to the attic of the structure.

Members moved quickly, stretching attack lines to the rear of the property as well as to the second-floor and attic, combating the fire on several different fronts and knocking down the bulk of it within 20 minutes of the arrival of the balance of the assignment.

Crews then spent the next two hours overhauling the property.

Investigators with the Spring-

field Fire Department Arson Squad determined that the fire was accidentally caused when the homeowner put fireplace ashes that they thought were cold into a plastic garbage bag and then into a non-fire-resistant container next to the shed. Springfield Fire spokesman Denis Leger reminded viewers of local news media outlets to only dispose of fireplace ashes in metal fire resistant containers and away from any combustible materials.

- NATE ARNOLD

This tattoo was submitted by John Harriott, Sr. from Harris Gardens Fire Co. in Union Beach, NJ. When asked for details about the tattoo, he said: "Oldie but goody. One of the oldest tattoos from a member. Cause we have blue fire trucks.

Thanks Ron W. for your service. I got it 1993 and Ronnie Wilson has been with the fire company for 25 years. When we got our first blue fire engine, it was called the "Blue Goose".

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Worker Seriously Injured at Construction Accident in Waltham Waltham, MA - On November 17th, Waltham Fire responded to a man unconscious on a roof. Engine 3, Ladder 2, Rescue 1 and Medic 1 responded. The accident occurred when a construction worker was knocked unconscious when the wind blew down a wall on the second-floor of a building under construction. He was flown to Beth Israel Hospital in Boston in very serious condition. OSHA was investigating the accident.

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