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THREE-ALARM BLAZE DESTROYS GARAGE AND MULTIPLE VEHICLES IN CASTLETON

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CASTLETON, NY - On July 5th at 5:21 A.M., the Schodack Landing FD along with Mutual Aid from South Schodack, Castleton, Stuyvesant, Stuyvesant Falls, Schodack Valley, Best Luther, North Chatham, Valatie, Niverville, Kinderhook, East Greenbush and Castleton Ambulance responded to 607 Van Hoesen Road for a reported garage fire.

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Car Fire at Modena Rest Area Quickly Knocked MODENA, NY - On July 23rd, Cronomer Valley FD responded to a reported vehicle fire at the Modena rest area on the New York State Thruway. Car One arrived and requested the Plattekill FD to the scene. Firefighters used a hand line to knock the fire down and additional hand tools to open the doors of the vehicle. Cronomer Valley Fire Police blocked off the exit ramp to the front of the rest area during the incident. New York State Police were also at the scene.

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Red Hook Fire Department Quickly Stops Kitchen Fire RED HOOK, NY - On July 20th at 12:08 P.M., the Red Hook Fire Company and Tivoli Fire Department were dispatched to a stove fire at 32 Garden Street in the Village of Red Hook. Upon arrival crews were updated that it was a kitchen fire.

When the first Red Hook fire engine arrived less than three minutes after the initial alarm, Engine Lt. Todd VanBuskirk, Jr. observed smoke coming from the building in several locations and immediately initiated an interior attack.

Shortly after the initial fire attack began, Command requested a second-alarm which brought equip-

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ment and manpower from Rhinebeck Fire Department and placed Milan Fire Department on stand-by in their quarters.

Due to the rapid and aggressive interior attack, a bulk of the fire was knocked down in about 12 minutes. Overhaul, salvage and clean up of the fire was finished at approximately 4:00 P.M. The Red Cross responded to support the occupants of the structure, which was deemed uninhabitable due to fire, smoke and water damage.

An estimated 35 fire department members were at the scene, as well as the Red Hook Police, New York State Police, Northern Dutchess Paramedics, Central Hudson Gas & Electric, and the Red Cross. Dutchess County 911 dispatchers provided communication and coordination in the early stages of the incident.

The Dutchess County Fire Investigation Division is investigating the cause of the fire, which has not yet been determined.

- JOHN LAUFFER

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ELSMERE, NY - Congratulations to Firefighters Zack and Alyssa on their engagement! Zack Myers, a Selkirk firefighter, proposed to his girlfriend, Alyssa Bevilacqua-Shufelt, an Elsmere firefighter, at Elsmere’s drill at the Bethlehem Training Tower on Tuesday, June 22nd. The proposal was kept a secret from almost everybody in the department as well. As firefighters were going over the drill for the night, everybody was told three times to “expect the unexpected”. Zack exited from the tower and walked into the group of firefighters and proposed to Alyssa, who said ‘yes.’ The two both helped out for the search and rescue drill that night.

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KIRKWOOD, NY - At 8:36 P.M. on the evening of July 19th, Broome County Communications began taking calls for a vehicle fire in the area of 581 Bevier Street. The Five Mile Point Fire Company (59) was dispatched. The Broome County Sheriffs Department arrived on scene and reported a small SUV well involved on the shoulder of the road. Engine 59-2, Squad 59, and Chief 59b all responded with a total of 11 firefighters. Engine 59-2 was first to arrive and quickly stretched from the rear hose reel. E59-2's crew was able to control the fire with only a few hundred gallons of water. Squad 59 arrived and assisted with overhaul of the vehicle. The Broome County Fire Investigation team was called to investigate the cause of the fire, which is ongoing. Crews were on scene for roughly one-and-a-half hours before returning to service.

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Truck Destroyed by Fire on Interstate 84 NEWBURGH, NY - Coldenham FD responded to a reported vehicle fire on Interstate 84 eastbound, in the area of mile marker 30, on July 18th. Firefighters used one line to attack the fully involved small truck. Traffic was stopped while firefighters extinguished the fire. Once the fire was put out, one lane of traffic was reopened. New York State Police then called for a tow truck. The fire is under investigation, but it's believed to have started in the engine.

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New Jersey: Victor Melillo, 21 Rank: Firefighter Recruit Incident Date: March 4, 2021 Death Date: March 9, 2021 Fire Department: Irvington Fire Department Initial Summary: On Thursday, March, 4, 2021, Firefighter Recruit Victor Melillo collapsed during a training exercise in the parking lot of the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in Parsippany Township, NJ. First responders on the scene immediately treated Firefighter Recruit Melillo. He was taken to the Morristown Medical Center, where he remained in the Critical Care Unit, until his passing on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Pennsylvania: Kevin M. “Bubba” Malukas, 59 Rank: Deputy Chief Incident Date: March 7, 2021 Death Date: March 8, 2021 Fire Department: Coal Township Fire Department Initial Summary: Deputy Chief Kevin M. “Bubba” Malukas responded to a vehicle accident on Sunday, March 7, 2021. After returning home, he suffered a heart attack and passed away on Monday, March 8, 2021.

Nebraska: Dennis M. Bender, 78 Rank: Firefighter/Paramedic Incident Date: March 10, 2021 Death Date: March 10, 2021 Fire Department: Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: On Wednesday, March 10, 2021, Firefighter/Paramedic Dennis M. Bender responded to the third wildland fire call of the day. He suffered a medical emergency at the scene and was immediately taken to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The cause of his death is under investigation.

New York: Peyton Morse, 21 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: March 3, 2021 Death Date: March 12, 2021 Fire Department: City of Watertown Fire Department Initial Summary: On Wednesday, March 3, 2021,

Firefighter Peyton Morse suffered a medical emergency at a training exercise. He was immediately rushed to the hospital where he remained in the Critical Care Unit. He passed away on Friday, March 12, 2021. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

South Carolina: Brian S. Mixson, 32 Rank: Firefighter/EMT Incident Date: March 5, 2021 Death Date: March 17, 2021 Fire Department: Jasper County Fire and Rescue Initial Summary: On Friday, March 5, 2021, while onduty, Firefighter/EMT Brian S. Mixson experienced an acute onset of a headache. By Sunday morning, March 7, 2021, he had a change in his vision and was rushed to the local hospital. He was then transported to the Savannah Medical Center, in Savannah Georgia, and admitted to the Neuro Intensive Care Unit. On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, there was no activity in his brain.

Firefighter/EMT Mixson remained on life support while medical personnel compiled a list of organ recipients.

The headache that he experienced while on-duty was the inception of a stroke. He passed away from the stroke on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

New York: Jared Lloyd, 35 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: March 23, 2021 Death Date: March 24, 2021 Fire Department: Spring Valley Fire Department Initial Summary: On Tuesday, March 23, 2021, Firefighter Jared Lloyd responded to a fire at the Evergreen Court Home for Adults, an assisted living facility. He rushed into the burning building to save residents, but the fire’s intensity grew and he also became trapped. He sent out a Mayday call and fellow firefighters tried to pull him out, but heavy flames and smoke prevented them from reaching him. For hours after the fire was under control, firefighters scoured the rubble for Firefighter Lloyd. His body was found nearly 24 hours after he became trapped.

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THE EMS FUNNYBONE EMS ISSUE CHELLE CORDERO

It’s funny… but not always appropriate. If you are going to crack jokes in the back of the rig, just like any good stand-up comedian, you have to learn to “read the room”. The FIRST rule you need to remember is that just because you may succeed in making your patient laugh, you are not excused from being 100% professional — patient care ALWAYS comes first.

It is true that laughter releases endorphins which can help calm a patient and sometimes even alleviate pain…but if you go too far your patient could lose trust in your abilities, may even feel belittled and concerned that you are not treating them with serious intent, might get offended if your joking is CONSTRUED as offcolor, and perhaps might even file a complaint about your lack of professionalism to your agency supervisor. (Worse, the patient might even see themselves as a brutally honest “critic”!)

Joking WITH the patient and not just your crew may also make the patient feel like part of the team towards his care. Humor and empathy can show the patient that you, as an EMS professional, are both a warm human being and interested in the patient’s wellbeing. Remember that the things you, or another patient, may find funny, are not necessarily funny to your current patient — if you see disapproval or disappointment in your victim’s face, do not

keep pushing. Change the subject or better yet, change your demeanor. Always show that you are caring even if you cannot get any laughs.

Some major no-no’s in the rig with your patient: Be incredibly careful about saying anything that could be construed as a sexual innuendo; racial ridicule; or insulting comments about the patient’s looks, condition, or emotional state. Like we said earlier, learn to read your audience and do not take advantage of the fact that your patient is basically a prisoner in a very small space with you. If the patient has a family member who is riding in the rig with you be sure to include them (without violating HIPAA) in most of your discussions, but also make sure that the family member is not causing stress to the patient!

After the call you may feel like joking within your crew. Joking can relieve stress, but it can also open old wounds, so again, read the room. If you and your fellow crew members can enjoy a few good laughs, be aware if others (not crew members) are nearby and can hear and misinterpret your stress-relieving EMS humor. And, unlikely as it may be, if you are in the rig while joking make sure that your radio-microphone and any cellphone-lines are OFF (yes, that has happened!). Remember that even if everybody around you is in EMS, such as at an annual holiday party, and you are sharing funny stories, NEVER disclose any personal details about your patients.

And finally, one for the road…

Turning your lights and sirens on will “actually” convince people to move out of your way…

GUY ZAMPATORI JR

Rochester Firefighters Respond to a Car and Home on Fire ROCHESTER, NY Rochester firefighters rescued several dogs and other pets that were trapped when a car caught fire in a driveway before severely damaging two nearby houses on June 29th.

Initially, crews were called to a residential address on Fourth Street over reports of gunfire, but when firefighters arrived at the scene they found a burning car in a driveway and saw flames spreading to two nearby homes.

Officials believe the car's exploding tires might have created a similar sound to gunshots.

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The fire tore through the attic of a two-family house. Firefighters tried to put out the flames with an interior attack, but dangerous conditions forced them to pull back, according to Deputy Chief Jim Ryan. The amount of damage the house sustained will likely force it to be demolished, he added.

Flames caused severe damage to the outside of a neighboring home, which was deemed too un-

safe to stay in. The car where the fire originated, which was parked between the two homes, also sustained serious damage.

Two firefighters were injured battling the fire. They were taken to the hospital with injuries that weren't considered life-threatening before being released.

Four adults and five children who were home at the time of the fire were able to safely escape the flames. Crews were also able to save a handful of pets.

- GUY ZAMPATORI JR

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A lightning strike sparked a house fire in Ravena on 6/29/21.

Lightning Strike Sparks House Fire in Ravena

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West Glens Falls Welcomes New Engine QUEENSBURY, NY - In July, the West Glens Falls Fire Company hosted a wet down ceremony for their new 2021 Pierce Arrow XT. This beautiful engine has a 2,000-GPM Hale Pump with a 2,000-gallon water tank, and features a Low Rear Hose bed, mid-mount pump panel and much more. The truck can seat 1 driver, 1 officer, and 4 firefighters. Multiple departments from the area participated in the wet down, including Bay Ridge, North Queensbury, South Queensbury, Queensbury Central, Kingsbury, Corinth, and Luzerne-Hadley.

RAVENA, NY - Lightning struck a house in Ravena and sparked a fire Tuesday night, June 29th, after a round of strong thunderstorms swept through the area.

Fire crews were dispatched to 85 Woodlawn Dr. in Ravena around 8:30 P.M. for reports of smoke coming from the chimney and flames coming from the roof of the home. Deputy Chief Kevin Phillips of Ravena Fire arrived on the scene and transmitted a Signal 30, indicating a working structure fire.

“Upon arrival I found heavy smoke coming from the roof area,” Phillips said. “It appeared that the homeowners were knocking the fire down with a garden hose.” He said the crew from Ravena Fire’s first

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arriving engine made a quick knock down of the fire within five to 10 minutes, making the damage minimal. The rest of the time was just checking for extension, pulling ceilings and cutting the roof up to make sure it didn’t travel anywhere else.

Ravena, Coeymans, Coeymans Hollow and New Baltimore Fire Departments were on the scene with Ravena Rescue, Albany County Paramedics, Coeymans Police and Albany County Sheriffs.

Phillips said the bulk of the damage was confined to the attic area and the two bedrooms below

the attic area where the fire originated.

Several bricks were found scattered in the grass which were not knocked off by firefighters.

With the severe thunderstorms in the area at the time of the fire and the scattered bricks, the investigation determined the cause of the fire was a lightning strike to the area of the chimney on the roof of the home, according to Phillips.

There was one person inside the home at the time of the lightning strike and fire and was uninjured.

There were no injuries to anybody reported at the scene.

- THOMAS MARRA

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SOUTH FARMINGDALE FIRE DISTRICT SEEKS FULL-TIME HOUSE MAINTAINER (M-F) Applicant (Age 21 years +) must be reliable and able to commute between two locations. Daily cleaning, handyman repair, general maintenance of 2 firehouses.

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NEWBURGH, NY - Winona Lake Engine Co. was joined by Orange Lake FD on June 29th to conduct a car fire drill. Orange Lake Engine 327 drafted from the stream to feed Winona Lake Engine Co. with 150' of 4", then they used 100' of one-and-a-half inch to put the car fire out.

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Troy Police Remove Occupant from Second-Alarm Structure Fire TROY, NY - On July 12th at 4:08 A.M., the City of Troy's fire and police departments were dispatched to 455 10th Street for a reported structure fire, with the caller stating that the house was JUMP TO FILE# on fire.

080221101 Police units patrolling in the area quickly arrived on scene and notified the dispatcher that they had a heavy smoke condition pushing from the second-floor windows of the house, and no one was out of the house yet. Several officers quickly forced entry to the home to begin a search and came upon a person on the first floor. The officers quickly removed the individual from the house as fire conditions on the second floor began to worsen.

Engine 4 arrived on scene and declared the Signal 30 for a working structure fire with heavy smoke and fire showing from the second floor. Firefighters deployed a hand line to the second floor and began to conduct an aggressive interior attack. As firefighters were working on the second floor the engine operator connected to the nearby hydrant only 20-feet away. With heavy water flowing out of the top of the broken fire hydrant, the engine operator had established a water supply for the scene. The first arriving chief on scene requested the second-alarm to be transmitted as they had heavy fire in the cockloft of the building.

Firefighters from the truck company made their way to the roof and began to conduct ventilation. A significant amount of fire pushed from the side vents and siding on the house. Interior crews had a tough battle pulling the tin ceilings with the lath and plaster behind them to expose the heavy fire condition running above their heads. Firefighters on the second floor used multiple hand lines and began to knock down the fire running above their heads. Additional firefighters from the City of Watervliet and the Watervliet Arsenal arrived on scene and began to assist Troy firefighters with overhauling the fire floor.

Because of the quick actions of the Troy Police Officers that arrived on scene, the individual that was found and removed from the first floor was unharmed.

Firefighters remained on scene for a few hours conducting overhaul and an investigation into what caused the fire. No firefighters were injured on scene.

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Welcome to the club…club sandwich that is!

FORK & HOSE CO. a Food Blog by A.J. Fusco

BOB MCCORMICK

Car Vs. Building in New Windsor NEW WINDSOR, NY - The New Windsor Police, EMS and Fire departments responded to a vehicle into a building on Old Route 9W, July 22nd. On arrival, first responders found that the vehicle had struck a pole and wires were down. EMS removed the driver from the vehicle and transported them to Montefiore/St. Luke's Hospital. Firefighters stood by at the scene. Central Hudson was called in to check the pole. The New Windsor PD is investigating the cause of the accident.

New Windsor's Fire Inspector was also at the scene.

There is no denying a sandwich is the perfect meal. I can honestly say I do not know anyone who doesn’t love a well constructed, tasty sandwich. But the question of what exactly is a sandwich could probably spark some debate, so for the sake of this article and recipe, I will refer to anything stuffed between slices of some sort of bread as a sandwich.

In more recent times, there seems to be no limit on what can actually be put into a sandwich.

Anything that can be sliced, fried or cured is finding it’s way sandwiched between slices of white

bread, buttery brioche buns or tangy sourdoughs. It is a beautiful thing quite frankly. It allows chefs, cooks and everyone in between to get creative and experiment with textures and flavors. But sometimes, it's the simple sandwich we crave. The ones we grew up on.

Who can resist the perfect PB&J?!?! With peanut butter on BOTH slices of course. How else do you plan on keeping that jelly from getting the bread all soggy?

And let’s not forget the humble ham and cheese. It doesn’t need much than maybe some mustard or mayo. Chicken cutlet, LTM needs no introduction. But when we start adding more than a couple ingredients, and need a little extra to help fill us up, nothing compares to the “Club”.

Traditionally a double decker and made with 3 slices of bread, this beast of a sandwich can really fill you up. But I think the star of

the show is the bacon. Because bacon makes everything better! So when I needed to come up with a Turkey Club sandwich recipe, I wanted to lighten up the traditional sandwich. The first step for that was to take away the middle slice of bread. Does this make this not a true “Club”, maybe not, but please don’t call the sandwich police on me. Too much bread takes away from the rest of the ingredients, at least in my opinion. Next I wanted to come up with a healthier spread to substitute for mayo. Plain Greek yogurt was the obvious choice, and the addition of pesto ingredients added another layer of flavor. And finally, we use turkey bacon, which helps us cut back on the calories without sacrificing flavor.

So sure, it may not be the classic you were looking for, but it still packs a ton of flavor!

TURKEY CLUB WITH YOGURT PESTO Serves 4

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Ingredients: 1 lb. Low-Sodium Turkey 8 Slices Whole Wheat Bread, toasted ½ lb. Turkey Bacon, cooked 1 Tomato, sliced thin 1 Head of Bibb Lettuce, leaves separated Yogurt Pesto: 1 Bunch Basil Leaves, rough chopped 1 Clove Garlic, chopped ½ Lemon, juice and zest ½ Cup Low-Fat Plain Greek Yogurt Salt, to taste EVOO Pesto Procedure: -Combine basil, garlic, lemon, pinch of salt and yogurt in a food processor. Pulse to combine. With motor running, slowly add EVOO just until the pesto comes together. Taste and adjust seasoning.

-Assemble sandwiches by smearing pesto on both pieces of toast. Place turkey bacon on bottom, followed by tomato, lettuce and turkey.

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MUMFORD, NY - Seven-year-old Patrick Hacker helps his grandfather, Mumford F.D. Lieutenant Tim Quinlan, at a recent drill.

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PORT JERVIS, NY – The Grand Marshal of Port Jervis Fire Department’s annual Inspection Day Parade 2021, Robert Worden, is a lifelong Port Jervis resident who has served his hometown as a dedicated volunteer firefighter for more than four decades.

Worden joined Port Jervis Fire Department when he was 24years-old, and has continued to respond regularly as an active member of the department through present.

Born in Port Jervis on March 23, 1956, Worden recalls knowing that Maghogomock Hook & Ladder Company was the right company for him as soon as he decided to join Port’s fire department in 1980. It was two of his friends (twin brothers) that gave him the idea to become a firefighter, the first in his family – but not the last.

“My friends Bob and Rich DeVries encouraged me to join the fire department,” Worden recalled. “I remember we were at an event, and they said they had to leave early because they were being voted in as firefighters that evening.”

Worden said just as he was inspired by his friends to join, he would like to believe he inspired his sons Rob and Justin to do the same. Both joined his company as soon as they were old enough to do so.

The Wordens are among many families who continue to serve as volunteer firefighters for their hometown. While some of those who were active when he joined are no longer as involved, and declining membership overall is a concern, Worden has many fond memories of his years in the department and intends to remain active as long as possible.

“We still have a great crew!

Firefighting has changed for me personally because I am no longer an interior firefighter. I

am currently the chief driver and have been a driver since 1991,” Worden said. “I love what I do and feel I am contributing by serving as a member of the fire department.”

Some noteworthy calls come quickly to mind of his years as a firefighter. These include a response to his own grandmother’s house at the corner of Owen Street and Jersey Avenue.

“It was still in my family at the time. It was New Year’s Day, 1997,” Worden said. “That house had a lot of memories for me. My father was born there. It was also on fire back in the late 1890s.”

Other calls include the Colonial Inn fire in 2002. This was a multi-alarm blaze in a historic canal-era multi-level building which was fought in two-degree weather. More than 30 people lived in multiple rooms in the 1832 three-story inn, but no injuries were reported during the difficult overnight battle to extinguish the blaze. In 1993, Station Nine (now the Erie Hotel) made Worden wonder if it would be able to be saved.

“But it was,” he said.

Worden finds serving as a volunteer firefighter to be rewarding and recommends it for anyone with an interest and willingness to give the time and commitment it requires.

“Time and commitment are very important, and learning everything that is available through training,” Worden said.

As this year’s Parade Grand Marshal, Worden is being honored for his long and dedicated history of service as a firefighter, and as an officer and leader in his company. He has served as a driver from 1991 through present, and as 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant,

Captain, President, and also currently as Treasurer.

While he does not have official department level duties, he has helped with the Fireman’s Day Parade for the past four years. He finds serving his community as a firefighter, and being involved with fundraisers, parades, etc., to be very rewarding and intends to remain active for as long as possible.

Worden has the support of his family in all he does, something he is grateful for.

“My sons Rob and Justin, daughter-in-law Emily, and two granddaughters Rosalie and Eleanor are proud of the time I’ve spent in the fire department. They have been there for me 100%, knowing that when the pager goes off, I am out the door,” Worden said.

Worden, who has dedicated the majority of his life being of service with the fire department, is always available for whatever needs to be done.

When this year’s parade kicks off, he will be thinking about the years he watched the parade as a child and teen, and the many years he has marched in the parade with Maghogomock Hook & Ladder Co. “I have never missed one,” Worden said. “My family and friends will be watching the parade at my mother’s house on Ball Street. This will be my mother’s 68th parade while living on Ball Street.”

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Forty-one-year PJFD Firefighter Rob Worden is pictured on scene at a house fire at the corner of Mary St. and Ferguson Ave. in March of 2012.

Worden will have both of his sons riding with him in this year’s parade, along with his lifelong friend and fellow firefighter, Rick DeVries.

“It is an honor to be chosen as Grand Marshal for my company, and I am proud to be part of Port Jervis Fire Department,” said Worden.

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Rob Worden (second from right) is pictured with his son Justin Worden, father Bob Worden, and son Rob Worden during a past Port Jervis FD Parade Day in July of 1984, which was then the department’s 134th consecutive Annual Inspection Day Parade. The parade was not held in 2020 due to Covid 19 Pandemic guidelines, but returns for the 170th time this year.

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Off Duty Latham Firefighters Remove Elderly Woman from House Fire LATHAM, NY - On August 3rd at 7:40 P.M., two off duty Latham Firefighters, one of them being the Town of Colonie’s Fire Car 1, were on their way to dinner when they noticed a thick heavy black column of smoke while driving down Troy Schenectady Road.

The two firefighters turned onto Arnold Avenue where they discovered a working fire in the rear of a house with a homeowner attempting to extinguish a tractor fire under a metal awning. With the heavy fire condition traveling along the metal awning, the fire quickly began to spread to the attached garage and house.

The homeowner told off duty Latham FD LT. Billy Juliano that his 92-year-old mother was still in the house. Without hesitation, LT. Billy Juliano sprinted up the hill to the front of the house where thick black smoke began to pour from the roof of the garage. Richard Haack, Town of Colonie's Car One, ran back to his vehicle, grabbed his portable radio and notified the dispatcher that he had a working garage fire in the rear of 2 Arnold Ave., and it was rapidly spreading to the house.

LT. Billy Juliano made his way to the front door of the house, which was locked. With only one way to get inside, Juliano ran through the garage and into the house. Juliano shut the door behind him and yelled into the residence for the 92-year-old woman, who answered his call.

Juliano immediately assisted the woman from her home as fire blew through the roof of the garage and began to spread to the front of the house. Juliano brought the 92-year-old elderly woman across the street away from the fire.

Richard Haack, Town of Colonie's Car One, ran back to the rear of the house to assist the other homeowner in removing several large gas cans, welding cylinders, and the homeowner's camper that was well involved.

Haack ran up to the front of the house to check on the other homeowner as fire shot 30-feet into the air.

Tones dropped to the Latham, Menands, Schuyler Heights, Shaker Road, West Albany, Colonie Village, Boght, and Watervliet Arsenal Fire Department to respond to the scene. Car 27 notified all units that this was a Signal 30 working structure fire, and that everyone was now out of the house safely. With heavy fire pushing from the garage, the first arriving Engine 416 deployed multiple hand lines to the front of the garage and rear of the house and began to knock down the heavy fire. Truck 4, Engine 449, Rescue 6, and Engine 454 quickly arrived on scene and went to work conducting suppression efforts and ventilation.

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Multiple Rapid Intervention Teams arrived on scene and set up around the house. Firefighters from Truck 4 made their way to the roof and checked for extension as they had smoke pushing from the eaves. Firefighters made their way into the house and began to check the living room for extension as the garage had been fully involved. Firefighters were not able to make entry to the garage due to solar panels that collapsed inside.

Crews continued to conduct extensive overhaul on scene but were able to quickly bring the fire under control in less than 20 minutes. Firefighters remained on scene for over two hours while investigators conducted an investigation into the incident. No firefighters were injured while battling the blaze and all of the residents in the house were able to make it out safely thanks to the two off duty Latham firefighters.

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Three-Car MVA with Injuries in Newburgh NEWBURGH, NY - Good Will FD responded to a three-vehicle MVA with injuries on July 23rd at Route 17K and D'Alfonso Road in the Town of Newburgh. Town of Newburgh EMS transported one subject to Montefiore/St. Luke's Hospital. Good Will Car 2 requested Mutual Aid from Winona Lake to the scene. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to take the passenger's side door off, and checked the other two vehicles for hazards. One lane was closed eastbound on Route 17K while firefighters operated at the scene. Town of Newburgh police are investigating the cause.

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Only minor injuries occurred after a car crashed into a tractor-trailer in Glenmont on Tuesday, July 13th.

Car Versus Tractor-Trailer in Glenmont GLENMONT, NY - There were only minor injuries reported following a collision between a car and a tractor-trailer in Glenmont Tuesday afternoon, July 13th. The Town of Bethlehem 911 Dispatch Center received several calls for the collision around 4:00 P.M. Initial calls stated that the crash was in the area of the Glenmont and Albany line on Route 9W. Crews searched that area of Route 9W and all of Corning Hill Road until the crash was discovered at the entrance to 26 Plank Rd., just off of Route 9W. Arriving police units advised

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incoming units of the confirmed location and that the tractor-trailer did not have a trailer attached. Selkirk and Elsmere Fire Departments responded to the scene to clean up debris and minor fluids from the crash, and Fire Police from both agencies also responded to assist with traffic control. Plank Road was closed at Route 9W while crews operated on scene.

“Through investigation it was determined that a 1999 Oldsmbile

was traveling north on Plank Road when it struck the passenger side rear of a 2011 Peterbuilt tractor that was partially in the roadway,” according to a statement from Bethlehem Police.

Both vehicles were occupied by only the drivers, both of which were evaluated by Delmar-Bethlehem EMS and Albany County Paramedics at the scene and were not transported to the hospital.

The driver of the Peterbuilt was issued traffic citations following the crash, police said.

- THOMAS MARRA

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New Baltimore Firefighters Sam Anderson and Scotty VanWormer at a structure fire in Ravena on Tuesday, June 29th.

Otisville (Orange County, NY) operates a 1997 Spartan Gladiator/Saulsbury as Rescue 144. In addition to its rescue equipment, this apparatus carries 750-gallons of water and is rated to deliver 1500-GPM.

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Three-Alarm Blaze Destroys Garage and Multiple Vehicles in Castleton CASTLETON, NY - On July 5th at 5:21 A.M., the Schodack Landing FD along with Mutual Aid from South Schodack, Castleton, Stuyvesant, Stuyvesant Falls, Schodack Valley, JUMP TO FILE# Best Luther, North 080221102 Chatham, Valatie, Niverville, Kinderhook, East Greenbush and Castleton Ambulance responded to 607 Van Hoesen Road for a reported garage fire.

South Schodack Car 2 called while en route to the scene and was notified that they had a working garage fire. As the chief made his way to the scene he had a large column of thick black smoke in the clear morning sky and requested the second-alarm to be transmitted.

The first arriving chief on scene notified the dispatcher that he had a working commercial garage fire with multiple vehicles on fire, including a large commercial bus. The first arriving engine deployed multiple hand lines and began to knock down the fire in the middle of the structure. As crews worked, a massive explosion occurred that sent a large portion of the roof into the roadway and onto the property across the way.

As crews worked on knocking down the fire, the operations chief established a tanker relay and firefighters began to bring water from the Hudson River to the scene. Additional firefighters arrived on scene and crews went to work knocking down the multiple vehicles and the boat that were on fire. Several firefighters began to work the fully involved bus and were able to knock down the heavy fire with foam.

Fire investigators were requested to the scene, as well as National Grid for a power line down across the roadway. Crews were able to bring the fire under control in about one hour. Firefighters conducted extensive overhaul on scene of the garage and the large bus. The building was a total loss and multiple vehicles on site were destroyed.

No injuries were reported and the fire is under investigation at this time.

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ELSMERE, NY - After a surprise proposal between two firefighters on June 22nd, Elsmere Fire’s Tuesday evening continued with a search and rescue drill. Firefighters made their way through several obstacles to search for victims and bring them out of the training tower. The department’s newest members of the Explorer program worked on setting up ladders and got some time on a hoseline. The Explorer program hosted by the Elsmere FD is a way for younger individuals to get introduced to the fire service. Explorer members are between the ages of 14 and 18 for anyone that may have an interest in the fire service or want to try it out.

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9/11 - Carrying one another’s burdens Chaplain’s Corner Pastor Fernando Villicana

Each September all over our country there are still candles lit, memorial services held, and special events in memory of the horrible loss at the hand of terrorists 20 years ago. One of the miracles that came out of this tragedy was the way people came together.

Social and political walls came crashing down, flags were being waved in our streets and at businesses, Democrats and Republicans prayed and sang together in Washington. Never in my lifetime have I seen such demonstrations of empathy and unity.

A loss as horrible as 9/11 serves as a permanent reminder that we can’t face life’s tragedies alone. God wired us to need each other, and we’re to help each other carry the heavy burdens of life -- a terrible loss, a crushing circumstance, a painful diagnosis.

Galatians 6:2 (NKJV) “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.”

According to Paul in Galatians 6:2, our support of one another must go beyond a mere awareness of the problem. We’re to get sweaty and messy as we help others face burdens that threaten to overwhelm and destroy them. The sense of Paul’s

wording is that the burden we’re helping to lift is similar to the pressing weight of the cross on the shoulders of Jesus as he struggled toward Golgotha (John 19:17).

Like Simon, from Cyrene, who shouldered the heavy wooden cross with Jesus (Mark 15:21), we’re to step in with support for our friends, even if that means carrying their burden for a while.

In the shadow of 9/11, we see more clearly our need to face any tragedy by standing shoulder-toshoulder.

Here are a few foundational principles to help us face hardships together: Open your hearts to God. Psalm 34:18 says: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

Focus on true value.

A crisis often helps us clarify our values -- revealing what really matters.

Lean on Jesus.

I Peter 5:7 Cast your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

Trust God’s hand.

Psalm 46:2 (NCV) “God is our protection and our strength.

He always helps in times of trouble. So we will not be afraid even if the earth shakes, or the mountains fall into the sea.”

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Driver Arrested for DWI After Flipping Car in Glenmont GLENMONT, NY - A rollover crash in Glenmont that damaged a utility pole resulted in a DWI arrest on Thursday, July 15th.

First responders were called to the area of 617 Route 9W in Glenmont around 1:10 A.M. for a report of a single-vehicle rollover in the area with possible power lines down.

Bethlehem police officers arrived on scene and reported one car that was overturned off the roadway and a National Grid utility pole damaged. The pole was snapped in half and the top half was still suspended in the air by

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the wires, however, no wires were down in the roadway.

The Selkirk Fire Department had Route 9W closed from Beacon Road to Wemple Road during the duration of the incident.

“Upon investigation it was determined that the operator of a 2015 Chevrolet was travelling north on Route 9W when it left the roadway and struck the power pole and overturned,” according to a statement from Bethlehem Police.

The driver of the car was the only occupant and was found to be uninjured in the crash following an evaluation from Delmar-Bethlehem EMS and Albany County Paramedics.

The vehicle was removed by Robert’s Towing. National Grid responded to handle the damaged pole.

Police say the driver was arrested at the scene and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and was issued a ticket for Failure to Keep Right.

- THOMAS MARRA

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Two-Car Crash with Entrapment in Newburgh NEWBURGH, NY - The City of Newburgh FD responded to a two-vehicle MVA with injuries on July 10th at Fullerton Ave. and North Street. One subject was pinned inside a vehicle. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to free the trapped subject, who was then transported to Montefiore/St. Luke's Hospital by Mobile Life ALS. The driver of the second vehicle fled the scene. City of Newburgh Police blocked traffic until the accident was cleared. Town of Newburgh Police were given a description of the subject that fled the scene, and City of Newburgh Police are investigating the crash.

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A driver lost consciousness and drove down an embankment in Delmar on 7/21/21.

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NEWBURGH, NY - The City of Newburgh FD received a call for a boat in distress located south of the Newburgh Beacon Bridge on July 10th. Firefighters responded in Marine One and found the disabled boat, which had experienced some engine trouble. The boat was towed to shore and Marine One returned to the boat slip shortly after.

Driver Loses Consciousness and Drives Down Embankment in Delmar DELMAR, NY - A medical emergency caused a driver to drive down a grassy embankment in Delmar on Wednesday, July 21st.

Delmar Fire, Delmar-Bethlehem EMS, Albany County Paramedics and Bethlehem Police responded to the accident just after 4:45 P.M. Police say they received several calls for a vehicle off the road in the area of the Bethlehem Pump Station at 761 Delaware Ave. “Upon investigation it was de-

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termined that the operator of a 2010 Mazda was traveling west on Delaware Avenue when he experienced a brief loss of consciousness which caused him to drive onto the right shoulder of the road,” according to a statement from Bethlehem Police.

The car struck the angled portion of the beginning of a guardrail, causing the vehicle to

go along the embankment and strike a telephone pole before continuing down the embankment in a grassy area at the Pump Station.

The crash caused gasoline to leak from the vehicle, which firefighters cleaned up with absorbent material.

Police say there were no tickets issued to the operator. Both the driver and front-seat passenger refused medical attention and were released at the scene.

- THOMAS MARRA

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COEYMANS, NY - A boat was rescued after becoming stuck on the rocks in the Hudson River on Saturday night, July 10th. The Coeymans FD was dispatched with Albany County Sheriffs and Coeymans Police for reports of a boat stuck on a dike around 9:35 P.M. A witness reported that the boat struck a wall in the area of the Coeymans Marina and then drifted down before getting stuck on the rocks. Coeymans Fire launched their fire boat and used spotlights to locate the boat that was stuck. The crews attached a tow rope and brought the boat back to the dock without incident.

There were no injuries reported.

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LIVONIA, NY - The Livonia Joint Fire District in Livingston County has taken delivery of a new 1500/1250/30 Spartan engine, designated Engine 255.

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Tractor-Trailer Rolls Over on NYS Thruway NEWBURGH, NY - Winona Lake Engine Company was called out on the morning of July 16th around 2:30 A.M. to the New York State Thruway for reports of a tractor-trailer rollover. The driver of the tractor-trailer was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries.

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CORAM, NY - Smoke and flames engulfed a garage and then the home, including a car in the driveway, in a July 1st afternoon blaze at 6 Groton Lane. As many as four departments assisted in fighting the blaze.

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By Rich Madsen Available from: FSP Books & Videos 433 Main Street Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-522-8528 E-mail: support@fire-policeems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price $49.00 (DVD) This DVD is one hour and 13 minutes in length. It is a Fire Engineering video. The presenter (at the time) is a captain with the Hebron Alden Greenwood FPD and firefighter/paramedic with the Hundley FPD in the Chicago area. He has

served in the fire service since 2001. The rest of his bio can be found on the jacket cover. After nearly losing a close friend to cancer, Madsen set out to do research in an effort to prevent cancer from striking others, particularly those in emergency service.

The presentation addresses firefighters and EMS primarily in the fire station environment, but in addition addresses concerns in the field and right down to our own personal lives. By this I mean right down to our diets! He leaves no stone unturned in his research and if he does, I could not think of what would still be out there to address.

It is a pretty intense presentation and leaves very little to the imagination. A good part of what he discusses would not have been thought of, but by his dedication one can be made aware of how cancer can work its way into our lives.

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Fatal Bedroom Fire in West Islip WEST ISLIP, NY - On the morning of July 30th at approximately 10:25 A.M., the West Islip Fire Department responded to a fatal house fire at 861 Udall Road. 3-17-0 advised that occupants were trapped inside the fire room. Shortly after, 32 advised a working fire and confirmed a person entrapped in the fire room, and contact was unable to be made. Bay Shore was activated for the RIT team. North Babylon was aided for ambulance to the scene. Babylon stood by for West Islip.

Multiple fire marshals responded to the scene. One firefighter was transported to the hospital.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Selden Firefighters Assist Bariatric Patient Trapped in House SELDEN, NY - On July 31st, Selden firefighters responded to a routine ambulance call for a male reportedly who passed out. As paramedics and ambulance personnel arrived to the home on Evergreen Drive, they found a bariatric patient stuck behind a door in the bathroom, and unable to get out from behind. Paramedics advised dispatch of the situation and activated for an EMS assist. Firefighters responded with two rescue trucks and three chiefs for manpower and to gain entrance to the patient. Firefighters removed the door and door frame, but needed a little more room. Saws were used to remove part of the wall, freeing the patient, who then had to be moved on to a Reeves stretcher down the hallway, then lifted out of the front door on to a stretcher, and then into the ambulance for transport to the hospital.

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Members of the New Jersey Metro Fire Photographers Association enjoyed a van trip to Long Island on a sunny July 31st to visit area fire departments and photograph apparatus. They visited firehouses in Hempsted, Levittown, Freeport, Valley Stream and Oceanside, where the hospitality by fellow firefighters was excellent.

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Motorcyclist Transported in Traumatic Arrest After Crash in Terryville TERRYVILLE, NY - A jeep and motorcycle crashed on Route 112 north of Industrial Blvd. around 7:30 A.M. on July 20th.

The injured motorcyclist was rushed in traumatic arrest by ambulance. SCPD closed the roadway in both directions for several hours to conduct an investigation into the accident.

Flag Arch Held for 25th Anniversary of TWA Flight 800 Crash at Smith Point Beach SHIRLEY, NY - On Saturday, July 17th, the Mastic Beach FD and Mastic FD held a flag detail for the 25th Anniversary Memorial for TWA Flight 800. Mastic FD Ladder 14 (5-12-14), along with Mastic Beach FD Ladder 1 (5-13-1) held the American Flag as the family of the victims went to the memorial at Smith Point Beach. This airline crash would claim 230 souls (18 Crew and 212 Passengers) on board and would be the third most deadliest airline incident in United States history. The crash occurred just off the coast of Smith Point Beach.

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Copiague Head-On Collision Sends Three to Hospital COPIAGUE, NY - On the evening of June 19th, the Copiague Fire Department responded to the intersection of South Great Neck Road and Schmeelk Place for a head-on crash with reported entrapment and an unconscious occupant. When chiefs arrived on scene they advised negative entrapment and requested a second ambulance to the scene. About three minutes later, they requested a third ambulance to the scene which was mutual aided from the Lindenhurst Fire Department. Three patients were transported to the hospital.

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Motorhome Blaze in Centereach CENTEREACH, NY - Just as the clock struck midnight on July 1st, firefighters from Centereach were alerted to a reported car fire at the rear of a car wash on Hammond Lane and Route 25. The first chief on scene advised of a fully engulfed motorhome and immediately called for two hand lines and a camera to check for possible occupants. After the fire was quickly extinguished, a quick visual search with the camera revealed that nobody was home. Firefighters completed overhaul and took up about 45 minutes later. No injuries were reported.

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Fire Through the Roof in Lindenhurst LINDENHURST, NY - On the morning of July 5th at 5:47 A.M., the Lindenhurst Fire Department responded to a Signal 13 at 206 Dallas Street, where the neighbor was stating that flames and smoke were coming from the roof. The neighbor was able to get the occupants out of the house. 1-6-31 was first on scene and confirmed an attic fire. When 1-6-30 arrived on scene he transmitted a Working Fire and mutual aid responded from West Babylon for RIT and Copiague for an engine. The first due engine was 1-6-2 and 1-6-30 advised them to grab the hydrant on their way. 1-6-4 was the first due truck.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Flames rage on the side of the house.

Shirley Home Goes Up in Flames SHIRLEY, NY - On Saturday, July 17th at about 9:56 P.M., the Brookhaven Fire Department was dispatched by Suffolk Fire-Com to respond to a reported structure fire on Rockledge Drive, between Maple Lane and Alder Lane.

2nd Assistant Chief Giuseppe Loiacono {5-3-32} advised firecom that he was responding to the scene and the dispatcher advised him that they were taking multiple calls for a reported house fire with possible occupants within.

Assistant Chief Loiacono arrived on scene a short time later and confirmed he had a working fire (Signal 13-35) in a single-story

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structure, and that there were also power lines down and he needed PSEG to respond forthwith. Loiacono was joined by 1st Assistant Chief Anthony Verni {5-3-31} and Chief of Department Dan DiPinto {5-3-30} a short time later.

The first due engine crews immediately began to stretch lines to the side of the house where the bulk of the fire appeared to be. Mutual Aid was requested from Mastic, Mastic Beach and Center Moriches FD’s to assist with battling the

blaze. Mutual Aid was also requested for standby coverage at Brookhaven's stations to cover the district.

The fire was able to be quickly knocked down, however the heat from the flames from both the house and fence that were on fire prior to FD arrival had melted siding on a neighboring house, causing damage there. Firefighters also sprayed the side of that house down as well.

Members were on scene for an extended period of time. Shirley Ambulance was also on scene providing rehab and support services.

- JOHN WALTHERS

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Fully Involved Garage Fire Extends to House and Car in Coram CORAM, NY - Smoke and flames engulfed a garage and then the home, including a car in the driveway, in a July 1st afternoon blaze at 6 Groton Lane. As many as four departments assisted in fighting the blaze. One firefighter was injured after taking in too much smoke and was transported to a local hospital for treatment before being released. The fire, which caused multiple collapses and took about 45 minutes to control, totally gutted the home. The fire is not being considered suspicious in nature at this time.

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Firefighters battle a house fire on Rockledge Dr. in Shirley, July 17th.

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Hagerman FF Louis Valentino in uniform in East Patchogue prior to being honored with the FASNY Youth Mentor of the Year award.

Hagerman FD's Louis Valentino Named 2021's FASNY Youth Mentor EAST PATCHOGUE, NY - To many, when they think of the Hagerman FD, they think of Louis (aka Louie) Valentino in some way.

That's because Louis Valentino has been in the Hagerman FD for over 5.5 decades, with 57 total years of service.

Louis was recently honored by FASNY (Firemen’s Association of the State of New York) before the start of the Joe Gonnelly Memorial Drill hosted by Hagerman FD. FASNY 2nd Vice President Gene Perry was joined by Directors Michael Krummenacker and Frank Guarino in presenting the 2021 FASNY Youth Mentor of the Year Award to Louis Valentino.

In addition to being a member for over 57 years, Louis spends a great deal of time helping the youth grow not just in the fire service, but in the community. This is where Louie's passion seems to really lie.

He helped to create the Explorer Program at the Hagerman FD, which runs in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America that helps teach young men and women ages 14-17 about the fire service and exposes them to what the fire service is like.

In addition to this, he is also a director of the department's Junior Racing Drill Team. This program is open to an even larger group of kids, as you can join as young as 8years-old, and compete in competitions at both county and state

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levels. Though the team has won multiple state championships, it's not all about competitiveness and winning. Louis, along with his fellow coaches, also teach the kids other responsibilities as well as how to just be good sports when on and off the track. Many of the kids that Louis helped to mentor have even gone on to become valuable contributors to the department and community, including 1st Assistant Chief of the Hagerman FD, Tim Dunham.

Hagerman's Chief of the Department has even spoken very highly of Louis’ impacts with the programs he helps run, as well as the community. As if all of that wasn’t enough to keep Louis Valentino busy in addition to being a volunteer at Hagerman FD and helping Explorers and running the Jr Drill team, he is also Chairman of the the Board of Directors at the South Country Ambulance Company which serves Brookhaven, Bellport and the East Patchogue Community.

It's safe to say that Louis Valentino has definitely earned the title of 2021 Youth Mentor of the Year.

- JOHN WALTHERS

TERRYVILLE, NY - On July 1st, at the same time firefighters from multiple departments were assisting Coram FD six miles away, Terryville firefighters also had work on their hands as a reported electrical fire was much more than just a reported outlet smoking.

As units looked into the sky heavy smoke was seen in the dis-

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tance. Arriving chiefs requested mutual aid for heavy smoke and flames coming from a second floor condo. Firefighters went right to work in the 80-plus degree weather making entrance to the fire building with hand lines.

After a battle with the red devil, firefighters were asked to evacuate the building as fire extended out of the roof and back of the condo. The fire was brought under control by more than 50 firefighters in under one hour. No injuries were reported, but at least two families were displaced.

- CHRIS SABELLA

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Mastic Beach FD Engine 8 (5-13-8) operating at the scene of a working car fire on June 27th.

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Car Vs. Dump Truck Leaves One Driver Dead in North Patchogue NORTH PATCHOGUE, NY - The driver of a Honda Accord veered into oncoming traffic and collided with a Peterbilt dump truck at about 2:49 P.M. on July 8th in the intersection of North Ocean Ave. and Harris Street. The driver of the Honda, a 21-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the scene by the Suffolk County medical examiner's office. The driver of the dump truck was treated for minor injuries at a nearby hospital.

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Levittown FD Ladder 626 is a 2019 Pierce Arrow XT Tiller, nicknamed "Brutus".

Levittown FD Holds Wet-Down for New Ladder 626 LEVITTOWN, NY - On Saturday, June 26th, Levittown FD held a wet-down dedication for their new 2019 Pierce Arrow XT Tiller.

Despite being placed into service in February of 2020, due to Covid delays, the ladder was not able to receive its proper christening or dedication before being placed into service.

At this year's ceremony, ExChief G. Anderson and current Chief Alfred Williams were joined at Station 3 by members of Ladder Company 6, as well as other com-

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panies and neighboring departments. The truck officially received its Holy Water blessing from Father Joey and then had its champagne blessing over the bumper.

After the official ceremony and presentation of the key was done, Ladder 626 was sent down North Wantagh Ave. to the Service Rd. area where trucks were lined up ready to give it a warm welcome to

the fleet.

Ladder 626 is nicknamed "Brutus" in memory of former Captain Scott "Brutus" Johnston. Johnston was a key member of the truck committee who unfortunately died of 9/11 related illness prior to the dedication ceremony.

Congratulations to the Levittown FD on their Ladder’s official dedication, we hope that it gets your members to and from every alarm safely.

- JOHN WALTHERS

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Unfrozen Elsa Brings Wind, Rain and Three-Car MVA to Selden SELDEN, NY - On July 9th, firefighters responded to a threecar MVA on Bicycle Path and Route 25 during heavy rain and winds brought by tropical storm Elsa. Firefighters secured all three cars and transported two drivers to local hospitals with unknown injuries.

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Presentation of a large key of Ladder 626 to the officers of the truck company.

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Fire Contained at North Lindenhurst Dog Groomer’s NORTH LINDENHURST, NY - On the afternoon of July 20th, the North Lindenhurst Fire Department responded to a Working Signal 13 at All Suffolk Dog Grooming, located at 26 West Sunrise Highway. On arrival, firefighters found an electrical panel on fire in the 3/4 corner of the building. 1-11-2 was the first due engine, and 1-11-30 had command. Mutual Aid was supplied

by Lindenhurst Fire Department for RIT.

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Brookhaven Assistant Chief Loiacono and Chief of Department DiPinto operating at a house fire on Rockledge Dr., July 17th.

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Fire Breaks Out in North Amityville Diner NORTH AMITYVILLE, NY On the night of July 18th, the North Amityville Fire Company responded to a Signal 23 for a commercial fire at 756 Route 110 (Michelle's 110 Diner).

1-7-31 was the first responding chief and 1-0-0 advised him that it was a front dining room smoke detector. The next responding chief was 1-7-30 and 1-0-0 advised him that a 9-1-1 caller stated that black smoke was coming from the roof.

1-7-30 then advised 1-0-0 to upgrade to a Signal 13.

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1-7-31 advised 1-7-30 that a truck company was needed and confirmed black smoke coming from the vents on the roof. 1-7-30 asked 1-0-0 to mutual aid a truck company in, which brought South Farmingdale. Once 1-7-30 arrived on scene he confirmed a fire at a stove and asked for a mutual aid engine. Once 1-7-1 was Signal 2, 1-7-31 advised them to pull in to

the back side of the lot. Soon after, 1-7-30 advised to 1-0-0 a Working Signal 13. 1-0-0 had then mutual aided Copiague for the RIT team (1-3-3).

At 8:17 P.M., 1-7-30 advised that the main body of fire was knocked. Mutual aids were from South Farmingdale, Amityville, Copiague and East Farmingdale.

Chief of the Department Thomas Nelson had command.

- MICHAEL SERRELL

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Hagerman Fire Department recently took delivery of this new Chevy Chief's truck, which is assigned to 1st Assistant Chief Tim Dunham.

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FDNY mascot "Hot Dog" rides in an antique fire apparatus.

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All Hands Fire in Staten Island STATEN ISLAND, NY - On July 9th at 1:45 P.M., firefighters were dispatched on 7-5 box 3265 to 480 Colon Avenue in Staten Island for a reported structure fire. Units arrived on scene to find smoke showing from a one-story frame. Battalion 23 had two lines stretched and operating to knock the fire down. One firefighter reportedly suffered minor injuries during the incident.

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FDNY members on 1959 Searchlight number 1.

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FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention members on their float.

FDNY in the Hometown Heroes Parade NEW YORK, NY - On July 7th, the City of New York recognized essential workers with a ticker tape parade. The New York City Fire Department participated in the parade.

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FDNY Tower Ladder 158 returning to quarters.

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Oceanic Vol. Fire Department leads the 4th of July parade in Staten Island.

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FDNY members, Lieutenant Mario Polit and EMT Liam Gilnane, on the Searchlight number 1 during the Hometown Heroes Parade held in July.

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