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Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Districts 3 and 8 and Engine 1 responded to a fire call at the Camino Real restaurant at 105 Lasseter Drive just after 11:30 Wednesday afternoon, February 26th. When crews arrived, they discovered light smoke coming from the roof area of the building.

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Arab dental office damaged in morning fire

BOBBY MILLICAN

Gaylesville Fire Department Station 14 in Alabama

Arab, AL. Firefighters from Arab Fire and 4CVFD responded to a morning structure fire that significantly damaged sthe Save-OnDental office at 1178 North Brindlee Mountain Parkway. Calls to Marshall County 911 began pouring in around 10:20 a.m. on March 1st.

The initial response turned out three engine companies, a squad, an ambulance, two support vehicles and a command vehicle. This response include automatic aid from 4CVFD. Samaritan EMS provided rehab and medical support at the scene. Arab Police provided

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traffic and crowd control.

Lt. Keith Meade arrived on Arab Engine 1 to find heavy smoke visible with a working fire inside a rear storage area of the dental office. An aggressive initial attack resulted in a quick knock down of the initial fire. However there was some extension into the attic area of the main part of the building.

Arab Engine 2 provided water supply from a hydrant near the scene with LDH. The fire was extin-

guished before any major structural damage was done. The building received some smoke and water damage to some portions of the office.

The investigation into the fire revealed an electric short in a small heater inside the storage room. This area contained the medical oxygen system and equipment such as the air compressor and vacuum pumps to the suction system used during dental procedures.

The business is insured. No one was injured during the fire.

- RICKY PHILLIPS

CHIEF RICKY PHILLIPS

Family loses home in overnight blaze

EUGENE WEBER JR.

Tuscumbia Fire Department was founded in 1824

Arab, AL. A family in Arab lost their home to an overnight blaze, escaping with only the clothes on their backs. John and Denesa Cook were awakened by a loud popping sound in the electrical panel in the bedroom, where they were asleep. John went to investigate finding the back half of their single family home engulfed in flames. The home is located on Nathan Road in Southwest Arab.

The call to Marshall County 911 came in at 3:48 a.m., sending Arab

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FD, 4C-VFD and Samaritan EMS into action. The initial alarm included an engine company, squad, tanker and ambulance along with a dozen personnel.

Under the command of Captain Jimmy Yarbrough, Arab Engine 1 arrived to find a well involved structure fire with more than 60% involve-

ment. Water supply was provided by a 4C-VFD tanker shuttle with a fill site approximately a half-mile away.

Samaritan EMS worked rehab and medical support on the scene.

The home was a total loss. The family does not have insurance, but the American Red Cross is assisting.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is being conducted by Arab Fire investigators.

- RICKY PHILLIPS

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Safe Ladder Operations Part 1 The following article was published back in 2002 and, with some updates and a few modifications, is still relevant to firefighter safety today as it was when originally published.

I believe the use of ground ladders on the fire ground has diminished over the years, as more widespread use of aerial devices has become the preferred method of laddering; as they provide better stability and increased safety for firefighters.

This does not necessarily reduce the need for ground ladders.

Many years ago whenever you viewed a fire photo from any of the big city fire departments like Chicago, New York, and Boston, there were ground ladders placed everywhere.

Today, it is still ground ladders mixed with a variety of aerial devices. There certainly are times when there is no substitute for an aerial device, but there are plenty of times when a ground ladder would have sufficed, and been placed into operation much more quickly.

I have witnessed occasions where inexperienced ladder

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crews attempted to overcome overhead obstructions in order to place an aerial device into operation.

If the aerial device is the only ladder that will do the job, fine!

But if ground ladders could be used effectively, a lot of precious time is being wasted.

Often, an aerial device is placed into operation to justify its purchase or because some individuals think it is quicker and easier.

They are only half right! It is not quicker, just easier, and generally because of laziness on the part of some firefighters.

My two important basic safety rules relating to use of ladders that should always be followed are: Put a ground ladder up at every working structure fire.

We have all learned the rule

that when one hose line is placed into operation, a backup line should be stretched.

I like to take this rule one step further, whenever you have a working fire in any building or house, a 24-foot ladder should be placed against the side of the structure.

It is a good safety practice, as you never know when the occasion will arise when a firefighter or civilian may appear and be in immediate distress from the fire.

Should such a situation arise and a ladder be needed to ventilate or remove trapped victims or firefighters, it will be right there, instead of having to run to the rig to get one.

The second rule relative to the use of ground ladders is never remove a ladder from where it has been placed by firefighters in making entry into the building.

Should the firefighters who entered via that ladder have to retreat, they most certainly will return to that ladder and point of entry to make a safe exit.

The only exception to this rule would be for imminent rescue, and then it should be returned to

the original position.

The best ground ladders in our arsenal are the 24 foot and 35 foot extension ladders.

Take the 24-foot ladder for second floor operations and the 35-foot ladder for third floor and roof operations. You don’t need a ruler to figure it out, just look where it has to go!

Two or three firefighters can safely carry and handle the positioning and raising of these ladders, and in a pinch you can get by with one or two well-trained firefighters.

Remember what you were taught back in training relative to safe ladder removal from the apparatus, carrying, placement and extension. It will keep you from injuring yourself or someone else.

Back when I was in training a 35 foot ladder had to be raised to a third floor window by one firefighter to successfully complete training.

Thank goodness those days are gone!

To be continued next month.

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In memory of those who gave all 1st Responder Newspaper honors and remembers emergency responders lost in the line of duty Georgia: Christ Swan, 57 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: January 10, 2014 Death Date: January 10, 2014 Fire Department: Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Fire Department Initial Summary: Along with other firefighters, Firefighter Swan was investigating an activated fire alarm. Swan became fatigued and was found in cardiac arrest. Efforts to revive Firefighter Swan were initiated and he was transported to a local hospital where he passed away.

Initial Summary: Toledo fire crews were dispatched to a two story apartment building fire with people inside. Shortly after arriving on scene, Firefighters Machcinski and Dickman were searching inside of the building for occupants when they signaled a Mayday. Other crews immediately began RIT operations and, within several minutes, rescued the two trapped firefighters who were both reported to be in cardiac arrest.

Firefighters Machchinski and Dickman were treated and transported to the hospital where they both succumbed to their injuries. The cause of the fatal fire remains under investigation by local authorities.

Maryland: James "Doc" Delbert Brooks, 62 Rank: Firefighter/EMT Incident Date: January 7, 2014 Death Date: January 15, 2014 Fire Department: James "Doc" Delbert Brooks Initial Summary: While winterizing boats and a station at the Fort Washington Marina in preparation for record low temperatures forecasted for the following day, Firefighter Brooks began to experience difficulty breathing and called 911. Firefighters and paramedics arrived to find Brooks in cardiac arrest and immediately began pre-hospital care. He was transported to a nearby medical facility and subsequently relocated to Medstar at Washington Hospital Center in "critical" condition where he succumbed to his injury on January 15th, 2014.

Arkansas: Rick Winkles, 53 Rank: Fire Chief Incident Date: January 28, 2014 Death Date: January 28, 2014 Fire Department: Trumann Fire Department Initial Summary: Fire Chief Winkles suffered an apparent heart attack while working at the scene of an accidental grass fire that spread to and destroyed a nearby residence. Winkles was treated by fellow responders at the scene then transported to the hospital where he passed away.

California: Greg Hennessey, 49 Rank: Fire Engineer Incident Date: January 20, 2014 Death Date: January 20, 2014 Fire Department: Orange County Fire Authority, Fire Station No. 45 Initial Summary: During his shift, Fire Engineer Hennessey was found by his colleagues in cardiac arrest at the Orange County Fire Authority, Fire Station No. 45. The colleagues immediately began lifesaving operations and transported Hennessey to Mission Hospital, where he was pronounced dead approximately 40 minutes later.

Ohio: Stephen A. Machcinski, 42 Rank: Firefighter Ohio: James A. Dickman, 31 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: January 26, 2014 Death Date: January 26, 2014 Fire Department: Toledo Fire and Rescue Department

North Carolina: Thomas Gerald Lee, 67 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: January 31, 2014 Death Date: February 1, 2014 Fire Department: Four Oaks Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Lee passed away at home from an apparent heart attack within 24 hours of responding to the station for a motor vehicle accident call.

West Virginia: Michael Dale Garrett, 28 Rank: Firefighter/EMT-1 Incident Date: February 1, 2014 Death Date: February 1, 2014 Fire Department: Nutter Fort Fire Department Initial Summary: On February 1, 2014, the Nutter Fort Fire Department responded to a rescue incident involving multiple patients due to a reported cell phone tower collapse on Murphy’s Run in Summit Park, WV. While rescuing a victim, Firefighter/EMT-I Garrett was severely injured during a secondary collapse. Firefighter Garrett was then transported to United Hospital Center where he succumbed to his injuries. Two members of the repair crew were killed in the initial tower collapse and two were injured. Investigation into the fatal incident continues by authorities.

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MFRD rescues two residents from balcony during apartment fire

ASHLEY MCDONALD

Front: Vular Anderson Back (L to R): Ryan Battle, Adam P. Brown, Deputy Chief Roger Toombs, and Justin Lewis

Personnel receive commendations for baby delivery Murfreesboro, TN. Four Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department personnel received Letters of Commendation from Fire Chief Cumbey Gaines Thursday morning for successfully delivering a baby girl on February 24.

According to the letter, Acting Captain Vular Anderson, Driver Adam P. Brown, and Firefighters Ryan Battle and Justin Lewis responded to a medical call involving a woman in labor.

The crew assisted with delivery of the baby, freed the nuchal cord from her neck, and assisted Rutherford County EMS with patient care of the mother.

The letter stated, “It is not every day in our line of work that

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we encounter something like this.

The crew worked together to make sure this baby entered into this world and that the mother was taken care of as well.”

Chief Gaines told the group, “I appreciate all you do and I am proud that you are a part of this department.”

The group was also the first to receive the department’s new challenge coins for “Meritorious Service.”

Murfreesboro, TN. Two residents were rescued from their balcony during an apartment fire at the Woods at Greenland, 920 Greenland Drive, just after 7:00 Sunday night, March 9, 2014.

Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Districts 1 and 8 arrived on scene and found heavy smoke exiting a third floor apartment of Build- JUMP TO FILE# 031014109 ing 2.

The unit’s two residents made it outside onto the balcony and were unable to go back through the apartment to escape due to the heavy smoke.

Ladder 8 set up the aerial and guided the two down the ladder one by one with a firefighter spotting them from below.

The two were checked by Rutherford County EMS, but did not require medical care or transport.

According to Shift Commander Dale Maynard, when crews entered the unit, heavy flames were coming from the kitchen.

The sprinkler head was already activated, but was not hitting the flames at the right angle.

Crews had to pull a hose line from the engine company to put the fire out.

Fire damage was contained to the kitchen area; however, the rest of the unit did receive moderate smoke, heat, and water damage.

The water damage, caused by the sprinkler system, also affected two units below, one on the sec-

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ond floor and one on the first.

The two residents from the third floor unit are displaced, but will stay with family members this evening.

The other residents displaced due to water damage are being as-

sisted by the apartment complex.

The fire appears to be the result of unattended cooking.

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

Hybrid vehicle safety training for first responders

PAT BOONE

Duane Throckmorton, Automotive Instructor at NAPA Autotech shows responders Hybrid components

Fall Branch Volunteer Fire Department hosted one of the first Hybrid vehicle classes for first responders in East Tennessee. Members from nine fire and EMS departments from Washington and Sullivan Counties were represented at this class.

Duane Throckmorton, Automotive Instructor at NAPA Autotech from Columbus, Ohio is one of the nation’s leading Hybrid vehicle experts. With over 7,000 and growing Hybrids in upper East Tennessee, first responders were made aware of the different makes, models and safety features.

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is stored in large high voltage batteries (for example, the Chevrolet Volt uses 360 volts).

Hybrid cars are safe and have safety features for occupants; however, in a crash that may require extrication, first responders learned about power disconnects, cable routing, and locations of the car that can be cut by the jaws of life.

More than 100 first responders were in attendance. The event was sponsored by NAPA. - PAT BOONE

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MFRD crews respond to fire at Camino Real Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Districts 3 and 8 and Engine 1 responded to a fire call at the Camino Real restaurant at 105 Lasseter JUMP TO FILE# Drive just after 11:30 022714110 Wednesday afternoon, February 26th.

When crews arrived, they discovered light smoke coming from the roof area of the building. Crews had difficulty locating the source of the fire, but finally found it to be a combination exhaust fan/light in the men’s restroom.

Once the fire was located, crews extinguished the fire and put out surrounding hotspots in the attic.

One rafter was charred and the attic received some smoke damage.

According to officials on scene, the fire appears to have started as the result of an electrical malfunction.

MFRD turned the scene over to Murfreesboro’s Building and Codes Department and a licensed electrician.

The restaurant will be closed for business until cleared by an electrical inspector.

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- ASHLEY MCDONALD ASHLEY MCDONALD

No injuries at house fire in Knoxville Around 9:40 this morning, February 21st, units from the Knoxville Fire Department were dispatched to 1714 Ambling Drive for report of a house fire. First arriving firefighters reported light smoke showing from the structure, and requested the next arriving fire company to secure a water supply. The father of the seven member household was the only one home when the fire broke out. He was able to get out of the smoke filled house before calling 911. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the laundry room area of the home. No injuries were reported, and the fire appears to be accidental. The American Red Cross will assist the family with their needs.

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MFRD’s Ladder 9 saves 18 year old blue and gold macaw

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MFRD hosts First Annual Remembrance Ceremony for fallen firefighters Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department held its first annual Remembrance Ceremony for Fallen Firefighters at the site of the Rutherford County Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

During the ceremony, the department honored the only two confirmed line of duty deaths in MFRD’s history. Seventy-five years ago on this date, Firefighters AC Cartwright and Winfred Vaughn were killed on the way to a grass fire when the truck they were riding on was struck by another vehicle.

Maggi Vaughn, Poet Laureate of Tennessee and daughter of Winfred Vaughn, recited a poem she wrote for the occasion about fallen firefighters across the nation.

MFRD’s national award-winning Honor Guard performed a

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traditional bell ringing ceremony and placed one rose each for both Cartwright and Vaughn at the base of the memorial.

“We would like to thank all those who attended today’s ceremony,” said Chief Cumbey Gaines. “The crowd of people showing support for these fallen firefighters, speaks volumes of how our citizens are appreciative of those who lay their lives on the line every day.”

The Rutherford County Fallen Firefighters Memorial was dedicated in January 2011. It is located on the northwest corner of Murfreesboro’s public square.

Murfreesboro, TN—Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s Ladder 9 responded to a unique rescue call just before 3:30 Monday afternoon at a home located at 5206 St. Ives Drive in Berkshire subdivision.

Jan Jansen’s 18year-old Blue and Gold Macaw named Larry had flown on JUMP TO FILE # top of the neighbor’s 022614111 roof. In a panic, Jansen called MFRD so crews could use a ladder to access her neighbor’s roof.

When crews arrived, they set two ladders and made their way onto the roof, but a startled Larry flew to the woods about a block away from his home and settled at the top of a 40’ Hackberry tree, according to Captain Joe Barrett.

Crews had to regroup and come up with an inventive way to coax Larry out of the tree. They were able to work him down, tree limb by tree limb, until they caught him at the bottom of the tree.

Larry was reunited with a thankful Jansen and her two daughters.

Jansen explained to Captain Barrett that they usually keep Larry’s wings clipped, but had not done so this winter. She took him outside because he had never flown off before, but this time he reacted differently.

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Firefighter Ben Honeycutt and Larry

gree temperatures Monday night.

“Mrs. Jansen was very grateful for the rescue,” said Captain Barrett.

“She was tickled to death it all

worked out so well; so were we.”

- ASHLEY MCDONALD

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MFRD crews free trapped 16 year old from vehicle Murfreesboro, TN. Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department’s District 7 responded to a one car motor vehicle accident at Oakleigh Drive and Sulphur Springs Road shortly before 8:00 p.m. Monday night, February 17th. When crews arrived on scene, they discovered a car turned on its side in the ditch. The 16 year old driver was trapped inside. Crews stabilized the vehicle and pulled the victim through the car’s back hatch. The victim, unharmed, was released to his parents.

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Cherokee County Fire Chief, Tim Prather, makes a quick dash to the finish line.

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Cherokee County, GA. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office had the most runners in this year’s Guns and Hoses run; however, Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services had the best overall runner for the event. JUMP TO FILE# The run, which was 021714128 held on February 15th at Hobgood Park, is sponsored by the Cherokee County Recreation and Parks Agency.

Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services and the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office solicit registrations from runners to raise money for charity. The event was open to the public and runners were asked to pick the team they wanted to run for, Guns or Hoses, and part of their registration fee was donated to an area charity.

The fire department donated their winnings to the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch. The purpose of the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, which is located in Salacoa, is to provide hope and a family model home for boys who do not have either.

According to Kate Borden with the Cherokee County Recreation and Parks Agency, 293 runners signed up for the fire department, while 313 signed up with the sheriff’s office. The Goshen Valley Boys Ranch will receive a check for $2,930.

Seventeen year old Sam Harp, the overall winner of the 5K race and a member of the Hoses team, finished the race in 18 minutes and 7 seconds. This is the third year straight that Sam has been the overall winner of the race. Sam is the son of Lyle and Cheri Harp.

Sam’s dad is a firefighter with Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services.

Thanks all of those who came out to support this event!

- TIM CAVENDER

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Accepting the award on behalf of Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services were (Front Row left to right) Sgt. Ron Davis (Paramedic), Mike Hunt (Paramedic), Shane Ramey (EMT), Ashley Blair (Paramedic), EMS Chief, Danny West, Dr. Jill Mabley and Fire Chief, Tim Prather. (Back Row - left to right) Field Operations Chief, Greg Erdely, Assistant Fire Chief, Eddie Robinson, Sgt. Scott Townsend (Paramedic), Waylon White (Paramedic) and Nicholas Van Weele (EMT).

Cherokee County Fire and Emergency services best in Region One EMS service Dalton, GA. Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services received the Region One EMS of the Year Award at the awards banquet held in Dalton, Georgia.

Cherokee County EMS Chief Danny West, received the award from Region One Director, David Foster.

West stated, “I was very honored to receive this award on behalf of our agency. Cherokee County is one of sixteen counties in the Region One district. The Region One EMS District members are known for being the forefront leaders in EMS throughout the state which makes it tough to be selected for this award. This award is selected through a very competitive process and evaluated by EMS experts located in six states. The continuous training and motivation by the EMT’s and paramedics of our department to provide the best possible care to our citizens, was the defining factors that won this award.

The commitment from the Cherokee Board of Commissioners to provide the best quality pre-hospital care to our citizens allows us to provide a second to none service.”

The Region One EMS Service of the Year Award is presented to any Region One EMS Service and/or Licensed First Responder Service or Air Ambulance Service who has not only maintained a high performance level and spotless record, but has also made improvements or contributions which benefits the citizens it serves and has contributed significantly by going

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far above and beyond the call of duty to EMS at the community, regional and state level.

Region One Director David Foster said that they used 11 different evaluators, three per award, with some scoring more than one award.

All evaluators are considered experts in the EMS field. Some are service directors, some educators, others authors, some national professional organization board members, yet all are currently licensed EMS providers and some actually still work in EMS when they can.

The evaluators this year came from, Kansas, Texas, Maryland, California, Colorado, Tennessee, Georgia and Minnesota. Service of the year evaluators were from California, Kansas and Texas According to Cherokee County Fire Chief, Tim Prather, “It was a great night and an honor for me to have the opportunity to attend the annual Region One EMS Awards Banquet. It was also a great feeling to be the recipient of the 2014 EMS Service of the Year Award. Several of our young professionals were nominated for additional awards and recognized for the outstanding service they provide to the citizens of Cherokee County. This was the night that we reap the benefit of all the hard work, training, dedication and EMS service that we provide. I commend EMS Chief, Danny West, and his team for their leadership in

reaching this accomplishment.”

Dr. Jill Mabley, who serves as the Medical Director for Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services, was the recipient of the Dr. Virginia Hamilton Special Service Award.

This award is given to a person who has given outstanding contributions to the development, implementation and delivery of emergency medical services in Region 1 and the state of Georgia. Dr. Mabley has also demonstrated leadership and personal commitment to the achievement of excellence in EMS programs.

Prather also stated, “A huge thanks should go out to Dr. Jill Mabley who was recognized for her leadership and dedication to prehospital emergency medical care.

We are so very fortunate to have such professional leadership as a part of Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services.”

This is the second time that Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services has been the recipient of this award.

The first time the award was presented to the department was in 2008, which is the same year they received the Georgia Emergency Medical Service of the Year Award.

The award will automatically place Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services as a nominee for the statewide award which will be presented on May 22nd.

- TIM CAVENDER

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Boat receives major damage from fire Cherokee County, GA - Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services and the Canton Fire Department responded to a boat that was on fire at 4331 Whiteleaf Way, in the Dogwood subdivision, just off Univeter Road on the afternoon of February 19th. The owner of the boat called 911 just shortly after 4 p.m. to report the fire. The homeowner stated that he worked inside his home and went outside and noticed smoke and flames coming from his boat, which was located next to an outside storage building. The homeowner had the 1987 boat for approximately 18 years. Cherokee County firefighters were able to get the fire extinguished before the any major damage could be done to the storage building. The boat had major damage. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is being investigated by a Cherokee County fire investigator.

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House fire in Barrow Just after 8 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12th, communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting a fire in the 300 block of Royal Oaks Dr. “Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire on one end of the home and through a large part of the roof,” commented Lieutenant Scott Dakin.

“The fire was growing fast due to the windy conditions at the time of the fire.”

Engines 1 and 6, Med 1 and 6 and Battalion 1 responded to this call.

The house suffered extensive damage as a result of the fire.

Firefighters initially fought

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the fire from the exterior of the home due to the amount of fire.

Once they controlled the fire in the roof line, they were able to make an interior attack to extinguish the remainder of the flames.

Two adults and two children were displaced as a result of this fire with the American Red Cross responding to assist them.

The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Fire Investigation Team.

- SCOTT DAKIN

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SABRINA PUCKETT

Henry County Fire Station No 2 reunites with severely injured patient In 2013, the Henry County Fire Department responded to 21,883 emergency calls of which 16,887 were medical and of those, 2,205 were traumatic injuries.

More times than not, emergency personnel never know the final outcome of the numerous patients they encounter and provide emergency care for.

For the majority, the outcome is forever unknown, but occasionally emergency personnel do reunite with their patients.

In early February, Company #2 responded to a person injured call. On arrival, they found a male patient kneeling on the ground with a complete amputation of his left hand below the elbow.

The patient had accidentally severed his arm and was losing an excessive amount of blood very quickly.

Company #2 swiftly began their care for the gentleman. The

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patient was rapidly transported to the hospital where he underwent a ten hour surgery to reattach his hand.

He spent five days in the hospital, but is now recuperating at home.

Today, Mr. Bernard Urbanek, accompanied by his wife, stopped by to say thank you to the emergency personnel for saving his hand.

Fortunately, he is expected to regain full use of his hand.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Urbanek as he continues through his journey to a full recovery, - the Henry County Fire Department Family.

- SABRINA PUCKETT

Deputy Chief Alan Shuman, Acting Officer Robert Solomon, Firefighter Tyler Hilley, Firefighter Nick Patrick, Chief John Skinner and EMS Captain Heath Williams. Missing from the picture is Firefighter Bryan Robertson, who was also part of the crew that received the commendation.

Department recognizes crew for their professionalism On February 3, 2014, a call came into Barrow County Emergency Services Emergency Communication Center through the 911 lines requesting help for an injured child. Communication officers dispatched Med 4 and Engine 4 to this incident. "The crews were confronted with a six week old infant with grievous injuries," commented Interim Chief John Skinner. "The type of injuries would have been horrific on an adult, much less to see them on a six week old."

On Wednesday February 26 the department gave each of the crew members a letter of commendation for their actions that day. Fire Medic Robert Solomon, Fire EMT Nick Patrick, Fire EMT Bryan Robertson and Fire EMT Tyler Hilley responded to this incident and entered into the terrible

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scene. Throughout the incident, the crew held their composure and provided the best emergency medical care possible. This treatment by the paramedic and EMT's on the scene gave the patient a chance to not only survive, but to live a normal life.

"One of the law enforcement officers on the scene stated that the actions of this crew, under these conditions, was truly heroic and epitomize the finest ideals of which the fire service stands for," stated Chief Skinner. "It was the type of incident that the memories created will last for many years to come. Despite that, the crew did everything they were trained to do and acted professional throughout

it all. I am very proud of their actions and the great example they have shown. They are a great example of the high caliber people that work for Barrow County Emergency Services."

"We are also thankful for the assistance of the police officers with Auburn Police Department," continued Chief Skinner."They worked with our crews to give them every assistance needed and to handle other parts of the incident. The guys all know each other and worked well together because of the working relationship that has built up over the years. It helped give our patient the best chance of a good outcome and we thank the police officers as well for their dedication."

- SCOTT DAKIN

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BCES Holds Officer Retreat On Saturday morning, January 11th all BCES officers gathered at Station 7 for a day long officer retreat. The purpose was to work on officer development including teambuilding and leadership.

The main focus was leadership, past, present and future. Officers reviewed and discussed other topics such as: personnel issues, conflict resolution, employee performance and behavior.

Some of the activities included

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working together as a team to complete several different tasks. To complete the tasks officers had to employ good communication skills, trust, listening skills and time management.

Ultimately, the retreat generated discussion on common ground.

Everyone agreed that the fire serv-

ice is comprised of so many dynamics from managing personnel to providing excellent customer service.

The retreat was a success allowing the officers a chance to shift their focus from the day to day duties and responding to calls to revisiting what all our roles and responsibilities are as fire service leaders.

- FREDDY HOWELL

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Kennesaw Snow Angel Kennesaw, GA. During a rare southern snowstorm when the Atlanta area became paralyzed & thousands of motorist were stranded & abandoned on Metro Atlanta interstates, a local snow angel, Jason Masters, appeared on Interstate 75.

Masters, who has a history in helping anyone at the time of need said, “it’s in my DNA, I was raised this way.”

Masters, who lives very close to the interstate, decided to go above and beyond in the freezing snowy weather.

So, he bundled up, grabbed and filled his backpack, and walked to each vehicle to help truckers, families, and school buses full of children handing out trail mix, water and peanut butter and jelly.

During his march on icy snow covered roads, he encountered

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people stuck going on over fifteen hours. They were hungry and thirsty.

He even slipped and fell once, but that didn't stop him from trekking on. Masters was able to help push stuck vehicles along George Busby, Frey and Shiloh Roads.

Governor Deal declared a “State Of Emergency” during the storm. The National Guard was deployed to assist with getting people safe. Several Fire and EMS apparatus crashed attempting to respond to emergencies. Nearly 3500 children were stranded in schools.

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"Professor Nimbus Tinkermeister" joins Severe Weather Cherokee County firefighter, Angela Waagan, gives two Awareness Weekposter winner Jake Ellis, who is joined thumbs ups at the beginning of the Guns and Hoses by his teacher Angela Fiore, center, and mother Christy race.

Ellis, right.

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Cherokee County Fire Chief, Tim Prather (left) congrat- Newly promoted Pooler Fire Rescue (GA) Lieutenants ulates Cherokee County Sheriff, Roger Garrison, for winning the trophy for most participants.

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Seminole County Fire Department announces the promotion of Lieutenant Jonathan Divita.

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During the month of February 2014, Fruitland Park Fire Rescue helped raise Leukemia Awareness for Jay’s battle. Cherokee County EMS Chief, Danny West (center), reFirefighters from Fruitland Park wore custom orange undershirts on-duty to show solidarity among those with ceives the Region One EMS Award from Tommy Leukemia, Survivors, Jay Ryon, Ryon and Denk Family and Team Jay. Sanders (right) and Alana Duff (left) Chairman of the Region One EMS Council.

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Henry County Fire Department grateful to local businesses

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Pooler Fire Rescue promotions Pooler Fire Rescue held a promotion ceremony at the Mighty 8th Air Force Museum in Pooler Georgia on March 10, 2014 for family, friends, and invited guests.

Scott Cribbs was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief. James Hennessey was promoted to Assistant Chief, Division of Training and Safety. Bob Nietzold and Charles Rogers were promoted to Captains. Bradley Brooks, Michael Fort, Simon Vogel, Stephen Elm-

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gren, and Justin Rowland were promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.

Pooler Fire Rescue covers 30 square miles of territory of Northeast Georgia, responding out of four fire stations.

- CHRIS DILLEY

Henry County Fire Department recently received donations from two Henry County businesses. “With so many needs, the dollars derived from the gracious donations will be expended in a prudent, conservative man- JUMP TO FILE # ner as to ensure the 012714104 safety of all citizens and emergency personnel,” stated Chief Bill Lacy.

Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. annually ensures that the brave men and women that serve Henry County and Locust Grove are remembered.

During a brief ceremony, to help bring in the New Year, the Fire Department was fortunate, to again, take receipt of a $500 donation that is planned to be dedicated toward firefighter training.

Those on hand for the annual check presentation included Henry County Fire Department Chief Bill Lacy, Operations Chief Brad Johnson, Fire Station Number Two Personnel Lt. Travis Miller, FF/Paramedic Robert Haffly, FF/Paramedic Drew Hand, FF/EMT Matthew Henry in addition to Holly Duffey, General Manager and Angie Martin Assistant General Manager of Tanger Outlets.

“We are very proud to show our support for these wonderful organizations that mean so much to

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Operations Chief Brad Johnson, FF/Paramedic Robert Haffly, FF/Paramedic Drew Hand, Assist., GM Angie Martin, and GM Holly Duffy of Tanger Outlet Center, Fire Chief Bill Lacy, Lt. Travis Miller, and FF/EMT Matthew Henry.

our community,” stated Holly Duffey, General Manager of the Tanger Outlet Center in Locust Grove.

“These men and women give of themselves all year long and help make the Henry County area a great place to live and work. They are the real heroes in our community.”

ALPLA of McDonough, another gracious Henry County business, manufacturing many of the plastic bottles and containers each of us encounter at least once a day, also recently donated $500 to the fire department.

Those on hand for the check presentation included Henry County Fire Department Chief Bill Lacy, Chief Joe Kelley, Lt. Wanda Maddox, ALPLA Plant Manager Richard Banks, and Office Administrator and Human Resources Assistant Tomeka Black.

“We appreciate the support that we receive from local businesses like the Tanger Outlet Center and ALPLA,” stated Chief Bill Lacy.

“The money donated by will be put to good use.”

- SABRINA PUCKETT

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Marietta,GA. Crews were dispatched to Oak Knoll Drive just after 5:00 a.m. on February 28th during a severe wind storm for a large tree versus house. The fire department arrived and found a teenager slightly injured from debris and transported to the hospital. Local tree removal crews worked day and night removing the tree from the home.

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and were evacuated from the building.

A second alarm was requested and a defensive fire attack operation was begun. For approximately two hours, over 60 firefighters used aerial master streams from Truck 1 and 13, as well as several handlines to battle back flames before deeming it under control.

Firefighters encountered diffi-

culty in reaching several areas in this building due to several portions of the roof collapsing and also because of heavy content and fire load.

Both, Domani Restaurant & adjacent A Modern Line (furniture and lighting company) businesses sustained significant fire, smoke, and water damage. Tampa Fire Marshal investigators determined the cause and origin of the fire to be an accidental electrical malfunction in a walk-in freezer.

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As TFR responders arrived on scene, they were advised of the unique circumstances of the incident. Four coaster cars, which had just left the station, became stranded at a crest where the track begins to bank. Approximately 60 feet above the ground passengers sat, stuck

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well-harnessed on coaster cars at a 30 degree angle.

Rapidly approaching thunderstorm cells threatened to make rescue efforts just that much more difficult. Working diligently in rainy conditions, through the course of an hour, TFR crews used two aerial ladder companies, and an on-site cherry picker to remove the Chee-

tah Hunt passengers one-by-one.

There were no reported injuries to coaster passengers or on scene Tampa Fire Rescue personnel. Following the removal of the last passenger, Busch Gardens’ officials began an investigation as to what caused the roller coaster malfunction.

Tampa Fire Rescue responded to this technical rescue incident with 25 personnel.

- HENRY WILLIAMS

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Local hero glad he learned about the Heroes Mortgage Program With three children and another on the way in June, Ron Salzano and his wife contemplated buying a new home.

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Department, with 11 years experience in the field. He serves as the deputy coordinator of the office of emergency management.

Salzano also is a member of the Bergen County Police scuba team, working in water search and recovery.

In addition, Salzano is a key member of Bergen County’s traffic incident management team, which works with traffic flow during accidents and emergencies. He served as a volunteer with the Wallington Fire Department from 2000-08. Talk about a

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However, he remains humble about his various accomplishments, and burgeoning career.

“I’ve been very fortunate in my career because of my background as a volunteer firefighter and experience in EMS an rescue,” Salzano said. “In my time with Bergen County, my horizons have been broadened.

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NCFR saves house in Hilliard

BRENT MURRAY

Marion County makes quick work of vacant Citra, FL. On March 17, 2014, Marion County firefighters made quick work of a vacant structure fire in Citra. At approximately 4:23 p.m., firefighters responded to multiple reports of a structure fire with flames and smoke visible. Firefighters on Engine 19 found a single story residence approximately 80% involved with flames already showing through the roof. The building and lot appeared vacant; however, per protocol, all structure fires are treated as occupied buildings, until proven otherwise. A rapid search of the viable areas thankfully revealed no victims or persons inside. Simultaneously, firefighters stretched lines and in remarkable time stopped the progress of the fire and worked to a quick extinguishment. The State Fire Marshal is investigating the fire. No injuries were reported. E9, E19, E1, E11, R1, R20, T9, T11, Air25, RH25, DC1 and Div1 were on scene.

MARK DALTON

30 years on the job in City of Deltona As Lieutenant Roger Eckert walked into Fire Station 62 for the start of his shift, it marked his 30th anniversary as a Deltona firefighter.

Lt. Eckert began his career as a reserve firefighter when the city was still just a fire district in 1983 after serving five years in the United States Navy and on March 12, 1984 he became a fulltime career firefighter.

As Firefighter Eckert climbed the career ladder, he moved from being a driver engineer and was promoted to the rank of lieutenant in 1992. Over his thirty year career, he has seen many changes not only within the fire department but also within the City of Deltona specifically when the City incorporated in

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1995. He has seen the department grow from three fire stations to the five stations that now operate within. He has served on the Honor Guard and up until last year had been a member of the Special Operations Team.

Not only does Lt. Eckert continue to serve the citizens of Deltona, he also served as a volunteer firefighter with the Lake Helen Fire Department for twenty years, where he resides to this day with his wife Deborah.

- MARK DALTON

Hilliard, FL. On Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at approximately 9:40 a.m., Nassau County Fire Rescue responded to the report of a residential structure fire.

Engine and Rescue 40, Tanker 40, Engine 50, and Engine JUMP TO FILE # 031814130 90 responded.

“The incident was reported, by two employees of Nassau County Road and Bridge who were driving on CR-108, and spotted the smoke coming from the structure,” said Curtis Bollinger, L3101 President. “Upon arrival Nassau County Professional Firefighters Local 3101 observed a single story residential structure, with light gray smoke exiting from the attic eaves.”

Command was established and a rapid walk around and size-up of the scene was conducted. E-40 established fire suppression lines, tools and equipment. T-40 established a water supply. Upon establishment of a RIT (Rapid Intervention Team), fire suppression and search and rescue operations were conducted.

A primary search of the structure was completed, and no occupants were found. The seat of the fire was located, within the master

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bedroom and master bath, and the fire was knocked down. Ventilation was conducted in order to clear the smoke from the structure and a secondary search was completed. Electric power and LPG tank lines to the residence was secured, first by NCFR staff, then by the electric company.

Salvage and overhaul operations were conducted, and upon completion the fire was declared out. All units were cleared from the scene, upon completion of assign-

ments. E-40 remained on scene until Red Cross representatives arrived.

“This was a remarkable save of this unoccupied residential structure thanks to the first report from observant county employees in the area,” stated Bollinger. “Within minutes of the call, firefighters went in and made a quick stop to save 75% percent of this structure by confining the flame spread to the area of origin.”

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46th Annual International Fire Rescue, EMS, and Law Enforcement St Patrick's Day Parade Delray Beach, FL. On March 15th, West Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach was lined on both sides of the street with thousands of man, women and especially children. They were entertained with numerous fire trucks, pipe and drum bands, and plenty of local businesses who were all part of the parade. At every couple of intersections, two aerials held large flags that represented different countries in the parade. There also were hundreds of firefighters, who marched to represent the different fire rescue departments locally, nationally, and from other countries. Everyone at the parade clapped, saluted, and cheered their hero firefighters, emergency services and law enforcement personnel who participated in the parade. A fun time was had by all.

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Miami firefighters sustain minor burns fighting house fire On March 9, 2014 just before 2 p.m., Miami Fire Rescue (MFR) was dispatched to a house fire located 1734 NW 44th Street with reports of heavy smoke and flames showing and someone possibly inside.

MFR arrived to find heavy smoke overshadowing the entire front of the house and flames engulfing the rear. Firefighters battled this blaze as well as protected the neighboring home from the intense heat for about 30 minutes before the fire was brought under control.

While searching the house, they found several kerosene lanterns,

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candles as well as gasoline containers. There was a tremendous fuel load inside the house and according to Fire Station 12 personnel, who frequently respond there, it was always difficult to maneuver inside.

According to the resident, a 63 year old male, he left the house for about 20 minutes before a friend tracked him down and informed him of the fire. When he returned, he recognized two people running from the house as the fire rapidly

consumed everything in its path.

For the last two weeks, he has not had power and was using the lanterns and candles for light.

During the operation, four firefighters sustained second degree burns to the wrist, neck and ears.

They remained on scene to complete their duties and were later transported to the hospital for treatment.

The house sustained heavy fire damage, making it unsafe and uninhabitable. The Red Cross was notified to assist him and a roommate.

- IGNATIUS CARROLL

Dump truck extrication in Gilchrist County

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Levy County Department of Public Safety members visit kids at youth ranch The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch, Caruth Camp located just north of Inglis expects their camping facility to be full with young campers throughout the summer. The Caruth Summer Camp provide a wholesome atmosphere and positive camping experience for boys and girls ages 10-15. In an effort to prepare for emergency issues that may arise over the summer, several members of the Levy County Department of Public Safety visited the ranch. On Saturday, March 15th, the ranch hosted a barbecue inviting members of LCDPS. Members of LCDPS met some of the leaders and counselors who will be running the camp this summer.

Firefighters from Gilchrist County Fire Rescue responded to a single vehicle motor vehicle accident on the morning of Friday, February 28th, 2014.

First arriving JUMP TO FILE # crews found a 030314128 dump truck that rolled over in a ditch along NE County Road 138.

One patient was entrapped with heavy damage to the cab of the vehicle.

Mutual aid assistance was requested from Alachua County Fire Rescue and High Springs Fire Department.

Due to the extent of the damage and the type of the vehicle, both departments heavy rescues were requested.

The patient was successfully extricated and transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

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Firefighters work to remove the stray puppy trapped in a storm drain.

Puppy saved from storm drain, then saved again by adoption Cape Coral, FL. What had the potential to be a tragic ending ended up the best way possible when a puppy's life was saved twice in one week: First by firefighters when she was trapped in a storm drain and then days later when the stray was adopted.

On Monday, February 10, Cape Coral firefighters from Engine 1 and Rescue 1 were called to Pelican Bay Condominiums at Cape Coral Parkway and Del Prado Boulevard when boaters reported a small dog trapped in a storm drain.

Dave McWhinnie and Rick Lazaro, both residents in the complex and each on separate boats, spotted the American Bull dog mix in the piping. "I saw Rick was on his boat, so I hollered to him and told him there's a dog the sewer pipe there!" said McWhinnie. It appeared the dog had fallen into the canal and because of the seawalls was unable to escape. Somehow, the female puppy was able to make her way into the storm drain, but was then trapped.

Firefighters under the Com-

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mand of CCFD Lt. Mike Russell responded on the rescue and were able to get the dog out of the drain pipe. She was checked over and while she had no injuries, she was weak and underweight.

"Certainly this dog had a just a tremendous will to survive to maneuver herself down that pipe to try to do whatever she could to try to get out," said Ria Brown, Spokeswoman for Lee County Domestic Animal Services.

Once the dog was rescued, she was transported to the Lee County Animal Services facility. When no one claimed her after three days, she was placed up for adoption.

Within hours, several people called in trying to adopt "Daphne". Even members of the fire department tried to adopt her, but it was a local resident with ties to the department who ended up giving the pup another lease on life.

Belleview, FL. On March 7, 2014 at approximately 8:40 p.m. while en route to a non-emergency call, Engine 18 noticed a large orange glow in the distance. Seconds later, E18 was notified of an incoming JUMP TO FILE# 911 call for a re- 030714106 ported structure fire nearby in the 4500 block of SE 120th St. Within moments, they found a 5,000 sq. ft., unoccupied house, fully engulfed in flames. E18 deployed multiple lines and went to work extinguishing the fire and protecting a nearby endangered structure.

Complicating the arrival of additional units, was an approximate ¼ mile long, narrow, winding, overgrown driveway, which prevented some unit’s access.

R18 searched the home, which confirmed no victims inside.

Engine 16 was able to supply E18 with water until Tankers 21 and 30 arrived. Ladder 30’s crew, due to the limited access, trekked on foot down the lengthy driveway and assisted on scene with manpower.

Grass 10 was also dispatched in order to protect the surrounding area from embers. Utilizing the closest available hydrant, T30 and T21 setup a “water shuttle” in order to supply enough water to support operations.

After approximately one hour of intense firefighting, the fire was declared “under control.”

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View of the Charlie side of the home

Upon clearing the scene roughly six hours later, 43,000 gallons of water had been used in extinguishing the fire.

No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Incident command noted that the crew’s hard work at

this extended operation was extraordinary.

Units on scene: E18, E16, L30, R18, R518, R16, Grass 10, T21, T30, Air 21, DC3 - BRENT MURRAY

- MICHAEL HEEDER

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Flat tire causes truck to roll CHRIS DILLEY

The Spring Ridge Volunteer Fire Department operates a 1983 Mack as a tanker. This former USAF fuel truck was donated by the Florida Forest Service. It is configured with a 4000 gallon water tank. Shown in staging during a structure fire in Gilchrist County.

Immokalee firefighters with Lehigh Acres Fire Rescue successfully extricated the driver of a dump truck that rolled over on County Rd. 850 in Collier County. The accident, which occurred at approximately 1:45 p.m., required an extended extrication time as firefighters had to utilize chainsaws to cut away large limbs and branches blocking access to the cab.

IFCD Engines 31 and 32 found the dump truck on it's side entangled amongst a row of mature Australian pine trees with heavy damage and hazards throughout. The 65 year old male driver was found pinned between the dashboard and the driver's seat. He remained alert, oriented, and answering all questions during the extrication. Once extricated, the driver was quickly airlifted to Lee Memorial Hospital's Trauma Center in Ft. Myers, FL by Collier Co. EMS med-flight helicopter in stable condition.

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Immokalee Fire battles fully involved motor home with exposures Immokalee, FL. On March 3, 2014 just before 3 p.m., IFCD Cshift firefighters responded to a motor vehicle fire involving an unoccupied Class III motor home with two adjacent exposures. First to arrive on scene Chief 30, Paul Anderson Jr., chief of the department reported a fully involved RV in his “size up” with first due Engine 31 close behind. As Engine 31 firefighters encountered heavy smoke and flames billowing toward the clear afternoon sky which in turn forced them to quickly press into action two-one and three quarter inch preconnect lines in attempts to knock down the rapidly advancing fire. It is believed that the fire to the 2001 30 foot motor home declared a total loss, may have started when the RV’s battery, which was being charged at the time was left unattended. In addition to the RV, a boat and UTV parked nearby, also sustained damage during the blaze. On scene IFCD units were Chief 30, Fire Marshal 30, Engines 30, 31 and 32.

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Cape firefighters extricate after crash Cape Coral, FL. Firefighters and paramedics worked a traffic crash on February 20th in the construction area of Pine Island Road at SW 19th Avenue. One person was trapped and needed the Jaws of Life to be rescued.

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lanes to four. While the drivers denied injury, a female passenger in the car was unable to get out. She suffered non-life threatening injuries. The collision caused significant damage and trapped the passenger.

After assuring that the patient was stable, firefighters stabilized the vehicle and used hydraulic tools to pry open the passenger door. Once the door was opened, the patient was transported by Lee County EMS to a local hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

- MICHAEL HEEDER

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Prescribed burn conducted in Barberville On Friday, March 14, 2014, Volusia County Fire Services and the Florida Fire Service managed a fuel reduction/interface burn in a rural area of Volusia County.

Structure Fire in Gilchrist County Gilchrist County, FL. Firefighters from Gilchrist County Fire Rescue responded to a working residential structure fire on Saturday March 1st, 2014. A total of 24 firefighters and nine apparatus responded to the incident on SE 27th Place. A 911 call was received from a neighbor, who reported the fire to the dispatch center. None of the occupants were home when the fire started.

No firefighters were injured during the incident. Mutual aid assistance was provided by firefighters from Fanning Springs and Trenton Fire Rescue. Law enforcement assistance was provided by the Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office.

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Miami Fire Rescue responds to MCI after violent crash On March 12, 2014, Miami Fire Rescue responded to a Level One Mass Casualty Incident involving two vehicles in the business district of Little Haiti. The accident occurred just before 6 p.m., when 911 dispatchers received numerous calls advising multiple people trapped. MFR arrived to find a Chevy Impala, occupied with four males and a 17 year female, violently crashed into a Nissan Armada with a mother and her young daughter inside. Firefighter/paramedics deployed extrication tools, removing the front doors, to rescue the trapped occupants of the sedan. The driver, a male and female passenger were transported to Ryder Trauma Center with serious injuries. The remaining two passengers of the sedan, along with the mother and daughter, were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The cause of the accident is under investigation by Miami Police Department.

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Cape firefighters battle stubborn compactor fire Cape Coral, FL. Firefighters faced a challenging fire that potentially could have damaged a Cape Coral business overnight March 6.

Around 10:50 p.m., firefighters were alerted to a reported fire at Bed Bath and Beyond at 1827 NE Pine Island Road involving a large commercial trash compactor at the rear loading dock. Approaching firefighters from Engine 5 and Rescue 5 could see heavy smoke. The steel constructed roll-off compactor/dumpster owned by Garden Recycling of Ft. Myers was filled with cardboard and other combustibles that had ignited in the chute running from the building into the compactor. Smoke entered the store activating the fire alarm.

Once it was verified there was no damage to the building, firefighters set out to gain access to the compactor. Using a K-12 circular saw and piercing nozzle, firefighters were able to gain some headway and keep the fire contained. However, due to the volume of material inside the

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compactor, it was quickly determined that cutting holes would not be sufficient. “The cardboard was packed in so tight, even with a sledgehammer on the piercing nozzle we could only get in about one inch,” said Lt. Ryan Corlew from Engine 2.

A heavy wrecker was requested

by Incident Commander James Parker to pull the dumpster away from the building. While awaiting for the wrecker to arrive, firefighters initiated foam operations and made the hydrant connection. Firefighters also ventilated the store to remove the drift smoke that entered through the loading dock.

Once the container was dragged away from the chute, firefighters were able to get inside and begin pulling the burning material out onto the ground. “This was a very arduous task,” said Cape Coral Public In-

formation Officer Michael Heeder.

“These deep-seeded fires can take a toll on the firefighters who are working extra hard just to get to all of the smoldering material.”

Two additional engine companies above the first alarm were called in to relieve the first in crews, bringing over two dozen firefighters total to extinguish the blaze. While the fire was quickly contained and brought under control by firefighters, it took nearly four hours to fully extinguish, and that was not until the owner of the compactor arrived to lift and dump the unit of all material onto the ground.

There was no damage to the business and no injuries were reported. No damage estimate to the compactor unit was immediately available and the cause of the fire remains undetermined pending the investigation.

- MICHAEL HEEDER

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LCDPS practicing skills Levy County Department of Public Safety hosed a 40 hour Emergency Medical Responder class. The EMR class is a 40 hour class on basic EMS skills for a first responder to provide medical care. Students are taught how to make sure the scene is safe and then begin assessing the patient. On March 2, 2014, LCDPS Medic 1 and 6 and ALS100 were in attendance to assist in skills evaluations and volunteer as ‘patients’ for training purposes. Some of the skills the students studied were controlling bleeding, taking vitals, and backboarding.

The class is made up of volunteers from Bronson Fire, Chiefland Fire, Inglis Fire, and LCDPS.

JESSICA GREENE

Marion County Fire Rescue puts down barn fire, protects property Marion County Fire Rescue crews quickly put down a pole-barn fire in the early hours of March 12th at 395 N.W. 200th Ave., in Dunnellon. A tractor and hay baler were damaged, but no humans or animals were injured. Dispatchers at the Marion County Public Safety Communications Center received the emergency call at 5:50 a.m. When MCFR Dunnellon Engine 22 arrived first on scene, flames had already taken the barn’s roof to the ground. Seven MCFR units responded to the fire, which officials say was caused by an electrical issue.

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Car crashes into home During the early morning hours on February 17th, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Battalion 3 companies responded to a reported structure fire with vehicle that crashed into a house. Fortunately for the occupants, they were not injured and the dwelling was not on fire. The high speed impact created an expansive debris field and did significant damage to the structure. PBCFR Special Operations 34 and DC9 were called upon to shore-up the dangling hip roof for the safe removal of the vehicle. City of Lake Worth building officials as well as Public Works assisted by removing a portion of block wall. Units on scene included E91, R91, E31, R31, R93, E43, R34, SO34, DC9, DC3, Cpt3.

MIAMI FIRE RESCUE FIREBOAT 1

Miami Fireboat 1 responds to sailboat fire Just before 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 23rd, Miami Fire Rescue Fireboat 1 was dispatched to a 32 foot sailboat on fire between the Venetian and MacArthur Causeway near Miami Beach.

While responding, the boat crew could see heavy smoke and flames showing and nearby boats trying to clear out. Upon arrival, firefighters aggressively battled this fire, unaware if anyone was still onboard.

Moments later, the owner ap-

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peared and stated one of his two dogs was still on the boat. The fire was knocked down enough to safely board the vessel and a search was underway.

Moments later, crews found the dog deceased in the cabin. According to the owner, he left his boat for about ten minutes prior to noticing the fire. He rushed back

concerned for his two dogs still onboard.

After calling for help, he boarded the boat in attempt to rescue his family pets. He was able to retrieve one dog before the swift moving flames prevented him from saving the other dog.

Miami Fireboat 1 remained on scene to address potential hotspots and assisted Miami Beach Police investigators.

- IGNATIUS CARROLL

FHOWELL

BCES Firefighter Jon Andriotis, Firefighter Kevin Rasch, Chief Freddy Howell, and Firefighter Jonathan Rodriguez. All wore their red BCES t-shirts in support of February American Heart Month

The toughest 5K in Georgia Firefighters from Bryan County Emergency Services and the City of Pembroke participated in the Southeast Georgia Health Systems Firefighter Challenge Bridge run to benefit their cancer programs.

Having been certified by the U.S. Track and Field Association, the Sidney Lanier Bridge is the tallest bridge in the state, and is known as the “toughest 5k in Georgia.” It is clearly a premier event for firefighters to showcase their strength and stamina.

Beginning on the south side of the bridge, participants must run over the bridge and back, covering 3.1 miles or a 5k.

This year, the Firefighter Challenge featured nine teams from as far away as Kentucky. The fastest three participants’ times for each

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team are averaged to give the department their overall time.

Bryan County’s team was made up of Firefighter Jon Andriotis, Firefighter Kevin Rasch, Chief Freddy Howell, and Firefighter Jonathan Rodriguez. Pembroke’s team was made up of Firefighter Matt Fleming, Firefighter Paul Doyle and Firefighter Hunter Morrison. Chief Peter Waters was on hand to encourage his firefighters.

After all nine teams had crossed the line, BCES finished 6th and Pembroke finished 8th.

Semi log truck versus vehicle in Yulee

- FREDDY HOWELL

- FRANK ELKINS

Yulee, FL. On Thursday, March 6, 2014 at approximately 8 a.m., Nassau County Fire Rescue responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a log truck and a fullsize pickup truck on Interstate 95 near the Georgia state line.

The log truck experienced minor damage and the single occupant was ambulatory and without injuries. The full-size pickup had a single occupant, who was entrapped in the driver’s seat.

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Firefighters Local 3101 on Engine 30 deployed the extrication equipment to provide safe removal of the patient from the crushed vehicle.

Mutual aid response was provided by Camden County Fire Rescue, who rendered patient care. Engine 70 arrived and assisted with extrication.

“A roof flap technique was applied to the vehicle to gain access and provide removal of the patient,” said Curtis Bollinger, L3101 President.

“The patient was removed from the vehicle and placed onto a stretcher without further injury and moved into Rescue 20 in preparation for transport to a nearby hospital.”

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Marion County works a simulated vehicle crash

FORT LAUDERDALE FIRE-RESCUE DEPARTMENT

Fort Lauderdale Fire Department announces promotion of Timothy C. Heiser to Deputy Chief Deputy Fire Chief Heiser has served the Fort Lauderdale FireRescue Department since February 2, 1999. Over the course of his career, Deputy Fire Chief Heiser has served primarily in the Operations Division. He spent the last five years in fire administration serving first as the Battalion Chief of EMS and then the Division Chief of EMS/Training and Special Operations.

During his tenure with Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue, Deputy Fire Chief Heiser served as a Medical FTO, Medical Preceptor, Crew Chief, Fire Lieutenant, Battalion Chief and was a founding member of the Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue S.W.A.T. Medic Unit.

Deputy Fire Chief Heiser also was a founding member of the Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum. As Division Chief of EMS, Chief Heiser organized and directed emergency response for all special events within the City of Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors, including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the 2012 Lauderdale Air Show, the

Ocala, FL. On March 11, 2014, students at North Marion High School got a front row viewing to the horrors of what can happen when drinking and driving mix.

Marion County firefighters from JUMP TO FILE # Station 19, in coop- 031114114 eration with North Marion High School faculty, Shands, Marion County Sheriff’s Department, FHP and students from the drama club, participated in a mock traffic crash.

A two vehicle rollover type crash involving four students, was simulated and students were able to watch firefighters, police, FHP and a ShandsCair helicopter “work” the scene.

All crews operated on scene using actual equipment and tactics all in “real time” to provide as much realism as possible.

This was all in an effort to educate students on the dangers of drinking and driving.

According to a 2013 report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 28 people die everyday as a result of drunk driving crashes.

- BRENT MURRAY ZACH MURPHY

Marion County firefighters work a simulated vehicle crash for high school students, in effort to raise awareness of the dangers of drunk driving.

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Tamarac Fire Rescue Cadet of the Year first ever Superbowl Saturday Night Concert, Tortuga Festival as well as the New Year’s Eve Street Party. Deputy Fire Chief Heiser also successfully implemented the Triptix reporting system, the Joint EMS Protocols, the Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Inter-facility program and Officer Development program.

Deputy Fire Chief Heiser sits on the planning board for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run. Deputy Fire Chief Heiser served as B Shift rep for IAFF Local 765 and Secretary of the Fireman’s Benevolent Association prior to being promoted to Battalion Chief.

Deputy Fire Chief Heiser holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Regis University in Denver Colorado.

- ROBERT BACIC

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Cadet Matthew Goldberg is the recipient of the 2014 Tamarac Fire Rescue Cadet award.

Matthew came to the program as a 13 year old, with the enthusiasm to learn and take on new challenges. He quickly became a JUMP TO FILE # mentor for new and 080713101 existing cadets. His hours at the Station and city events surpassed others in the program and he will no doubt succeed in completing the program.

The Cadet Program began in 2000 with ten cadets enrolled.

The program has established a curriculum that introduces the fire and EMS service to young men and women between the ages of 13 and 17.

Cadets begin learning in a classroom environment and then practice the things they study in the field under the watchful eyes of our professional staff. Currently, the program has two young men enrolled in EMT classes, a third in paramedic school and one in the fire academy. In addition, there are three others, who are preparing to begin EMT classes while com-

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pleting their senior year of high school.

Recently, Tamarac Fire Rescue hosted a Human Resources Seminar, where cadets and explorers from neighboring cities learned how to create a resume. A great deal of time and effort was put into

teaching the cadets about career opportunities in fire rescue and providing them with the skills needed to obtain a career position one day.

- VAN SCHOEN

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What is LOSAP?

EMS ISSUE CHELLE CORDERO

C. RAMBOSK

Brush fire season underway North Naples Fire Rescue responded to a brush fire on March 3, 2014. The fire blazed through approximately ten acres before it was contained. The fire came as close as 20 feet to condominiums. Wind and low humidity contributed to the challenge of extinguishing the blaze. Bonita Springs Fire Department and the Division of Forestry assisted.

The acronym LOSAP stands for Length of Service Awards Program and is ideally used as an incentive toward recruiting and retaining volunteers in the fire and/or emergency-medical services.

Not to be confused with a pension program, qualified volunteers do not otherwise receive compensation from the agency for their emergency response. A local government and/or a not-forprofit corporation might establish and maintain (i.e. fund) a Length of Service Award Program because the LOSAP allows the agency to provide cash pensiontype benefits to its emergency services volunteers.

Some states such as New York, New Jersey and Wisconsin have enacted State legislation setting forth the allowable provisions, which may be included in a local municipal-funded Service Award Program.

Several other states do not have state legislation regarding provisions and these states are able to exercise flexibility is establishing requirements and payments.

A year of service means a twelve month period during which active emergency services personnel participate in the service and satisfies the minimum requirements of participation established

by the sponsoring organization maintaining the program which shall be applied on a consistent and uniform basis, subject to the minimum standards established by the sponsoring organization.

Government or municipal run/funded LOSAP programs are regulated much more stringently as to who qualifies; generally only personnel who are actively and specifically involved in service to the community via emergency response, attending drills and fulfilling training are covered, “ a member who is faithfully and actually performing service in the protection of life and property from fire or other emergency, accident or calamity in connection with which the services of such department are required” – administrative personnel, non-riding social and auxiliary members are exempt.

A privately funded plan is more flexible in allowing other members to qualify such as administrative and support personnel according to guidelines adopted by the sponsoring agency as long as the point system is fair and uniform.

If the private sponsoring agency deems that the non-responding member is vital to the operations and service to the community, then recognition of such members is well deserved.

Eligible personnel should be certifiably contributing active members who meet the minimum points as set in by-laws of an organization.

Any agency, whether private or government, should investigate the different types of plans that are available such as Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution; Defined Contribution is preferred if the sponsor elects to pay a specific amount yearly.

Speaking to other sponsoring agencies and eliciting recommendations is a good way to start; this should be followed by interviewing LOSAP plan administrators to determine both applicable fees and the extent of service and guidance provided.

A definite point system, which is consistent across the board, needs to be established to determine yearly contributions per member.

Ask for information regarding tax laws to determine various payment plans. Distribution of funds will usually not begin until the member is at least 55-years of age.

While no agency or municipality is required to initiate a LOSAP program for its emergency volunteers, LOSAPs have been shown to be a valuable asset to recruitment and retention in districts that depend on volunteer emergency services.

Even though there some financial cost to establishing and maintaining a LOSAP program as a retention tool, the investment is considerably less than a municipality (taxpayers) would have to pay if they needed to replace volunteers with paid services.

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Marion County firefighters extinguish mobile home blaze under a pole barn At 7:21 p.m. on February 18th, Marion County firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire on SE 47th Ave, in Belleview, FL. Engine 18 quickly arrived on scene and reported a single wide mobile home underneath a pole barn with multiple nearby houses in danger. Firefighters immediately searched the building and confirmed no one inside. While protecting the nearby structures, the crews fought back the fire and were able to extinguish the blaze in outstanding time.

After the fire, crews learned that the mobile home was being used for storage. No other homes or structures were damaged, no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal.

CHRIS DILLEY

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Cape firefighters a part of Read Across America

MICHAEL HEEDER

Cape Coral Firefighter Ryan Wade reads to students at Pelican elementary on March 3rd

Cape Coral, FL. Firefighters from the Cape Coral Fire Department joined other professionals around the nation to read to elementary school students as part of the nationwide "Read Across America" program.

In a proclamation, President Barack Obama announced "Literacy is the foundation of every child's education. It opens doorways to opportunity, transports us across time and space, and binds family and friends closer together. When parents, educators, librarians, and mentors read with children, they give a gift that will nourish souls for a lifetime."

The President declared March 3, 2014 as Read Across America Day across the country. "From children's stories to classic works of literature, the

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written word allows us to see the world from new perspectives. It helps us understand what it means to be human and what it means to be American.

During Read Across America Day, let us celebrate, rediscover, and engage our children in this wonderful pastime."

As part of the Presidential declaration, Cape Coral firefighters including Julie Rush, Paul Marzella, Ryan Wade, Brendan Fonock, Lt. Jerry Doviak and PIO Michael Heeder read to classes at Gulf Elementary School in Pelican Elementary School in Cape Coral on March 3rd. Other schools visited by

firefighters included Skyline, Patriot and Caloosa Elementary Schools.

The firefighters were joined by Cape Coral Police, business leaders, community activists and local media personalities.

Firefighter Brendan Fonock took time to to read to children both as a firefighter and a family member. Brendan's wife Kim is a 3rd grade teacher at Gulf Elementary Schhol. "It's an honor to represent the Fire Department, but it is even more important to make a positive impact on the children. We enjoy being able to teach the kids about who we are and what we do, and the lesson they take from that is invaluable."

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