FD Rant News June 2014 by Jeff

FD Rant News LONG ISLAND, NY

Volume 3, Edition 7 - JUNE 2014

MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE Good Leadership and Size Up Prevents Close Call

Photo by Michael Bernatovich

Shortly after all members were ordered to exit the fire building, a roof collapse occurred at the June 7th fire [See story page 36]

***Historic Legislation Passed by NYS Legislature [Full Report on Pages 3-5] WEST ISLIP Handles Fire Through the Roof [Page 10] JAMESPORT Snuffs Out Attic Fire [Page 31] FLORAL PARK Fast Work at Taxpayer Job [Page 47] PORT WASHINGTON Goes to Work on Commercial Structure Fire [Page 64] TERRYVILLE Challenged at Fast Moving House Fire [Page 78]

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Owner/Editor/Publisher

Page 2 Page 3 Pages 6 - 7 Pages 16 - 17

Table of Contents Editorial Faces of the Fire Service Talkin’ Fire Stuff By Mike Capoziello

Pages 34 - 35 Apparatus of the Fire Service Pages 48 - 49 Centerfold Pages 52 - 55 Having a Pre-Plan for Life By Don Prince

Pages 66 - 69 The Back of the Bus By Tom Cronogue

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35 Years “On The Air” By Gerry Gagliano

Pages 87 - 88 Sponsors Page About the Authors Page 89 Pages 90 - 95 Truss Notification Bill

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NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE PASSES TRUSS NOTIFICATION BILL

The long sought TRUSS NOTIFICATION BILL has been passed. The next step is for the governor to sign it. This effort began in 2009 when Hicksville Fire Department Ex-Chief Owen W. Magee, Hicksville Fire Department legislative committee members and Ex-Fire Commissioners Michael Krummenacker and William Foley teamed up with New York State Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel (D-Great Neck) to write a bill to help protect New York State firefighters from the hazards of sudden collapse during residential fires in structures using light weight wood and engineered lumber. After many trips to Albany and meeting with professionals in the construction industry, architects and various fire officials, a bill was crafted. Back then not many bills were signed by the Governor.

Speaking at a press conference with local officials and firefighters, Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel talks about the residential truss notification system bill that she and Senator Jack Martins are sponsoring in the New York State Legislature.

Fast forward to 2013, New York State Senator Jack Martins (R-Mineola) came on board and teamed up with Assemblywoman Schimel who then sought out additional help from Nassau County Assistant Chief Fire Marshal Michael Uttaro, FASNY Vice President Tom McDonough, NYS architect official Burt Roslyn, and an official from B.I.A.N.C.O [Building Inspectors Association of Nassau County] to fine tune the language of the bill for eventual Code purposes. The NYS Association of Fire Districts and the Long Island Association of Fire Districts have supported this legislation. The Bill is not critical of the Truss industry rather, the Bill is meant to notify firefighters of the existence of this type construction and to take precautions to avoid a sudden collapse situation which has resulted in firefighter fatal injuries in the past. Once a house is built using light weight components and is finished off on the exterior with siding, you can’t tell what type material was used. Education is a key factor in this legislation. You can view the bill—A1869A-2013 / s6675-2013 [We have posted the Bill at end of this edition]. In a nut shell, the bill requires the notification of the Fire Department having jurisdiction and requires the building department to affix a small sticker to the electric meter pan. Upon arrival, during normal size up, the meter pan is checked. The type sticker symbol has not been selected yet. This type notification process has been in use in some incorporated villages in New Jersey and in the Midwest. We believe this is the first time we have a bill to protect firefighters, as opposed to the many bills supported by the fire service to protect the public. Others are at work selecting the method of notification to Dispatch centers and fire departments. We need letters to the Governor to let him know the importance of this legislation. NOW, after this is done, we have to remember this is election year for many, if not all, who voted for this. We need to thank them, by supporting them and voting. We can’t keep requesting Bills and not supporting them. So when election time comes this fall, let’s be vocal and turn out. Publisher’s Note: The FD Rant News is proud to have been a supporter of this legislation and we would like to congratulate all of the parties involved with the passing of this historic Bill. This Bill may have been considered too controversial by others in our industry to lend their support to, but to me as an Ex-Chief and a publisher, I made a commitment to use this publication for the betterment of the fire service as a whole. For me, it was a “no-brainer” to lend my support and also to use my publication to support this cause. All too often these days, we are hearing about close calls related to the collapse of buildings built with lightweight or manufactured lumber under a fire load. Ever since the FD Rant News first published the editorial by Ex-Chief Owen Magee back in April, 2013, [Pages 12-13], there has been a lot of hard work done by many members of the Long Island Fire Service. We now need to contact Governor Cuomo’s office and let him know that he needs to sign this into law – JD.

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New york State legislature

Contact: Emily Frankel (Schimel), (516) 965-2204 Chris Schneider (Martins), (516) 746-5924

For Immediate Release: June 29, 2014

ASSEMBLYWOMAN SCHIMEL & SENATOR MARTINS: TRUSS NOTIFICATION BILL PASSED BY STATE LEGISLATURE Albany, NY-Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel (D-Great Neck) and Senator Jack Martins (R-Mineola) announced that legislation they sponsored to help protect volunteer firefighters has been passed by the State Legislature. The legislation (S6675C/A1869D), which passed with broad bipartisan support, would help save firefighters from the early collapse of residential structures by establishing a truss construction notification system for residential properties. Truss-style construction is very safe and durable but is more susceptible to collapse when exposed to and weakened by fire, often suddenly without warning. When responding to a fire, first responders are unable to differentiate between a building constructed of truss or another type of construction. As a result, in recent years, the collapse of residential truss structures, such as roofs and floors, has been the cause of many preventable injuries and deaths among first responders, especially firefighters. “This legislation will save first responders lives, particularly firefighters. On Long Island there have been a number of incidences where firefighters were almost killed while responding to a residential fire in a home where truss construction was utilized. The notification system established by this legislation will enable first responders to take appropriate measures to protect the public and to ensure their own safety when responding to a fire emergency. I urge the Governor to sign this bill into law,” said Assemblywoman Schimel. “This legislation is about saving lives. Firefighters need as much information as possible at a fire scene to fight that fire safely and effectively. Both parties, our fire departments, and our local governments all agree; creating this notification system will be invaluable to protecting our local heroes. I thank them for working with us on this bill and urge the Governor to sign it,” said Senator Martins. Under the measure, which is very similar to the state’s existing commercial truss notification law, a municipality’s building department would be required to notify the local fire chief when it receives a permit

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application for the construction or modification of a residence utilizing truss construction. The local code enforcement official would be required to consult with the local 911 servicer, emergency dispatchers, and the local fire protection provider, to determine the manner sufficient to warn persons conducting fire control and emergency operations in the area where the residential structure is located. This coordination will enable dispatchers to alert responding fire units prior to their arrival at the scene of the fire that the residence has structural truss components. Property owners would also affix a small, non-invasive decal to the electric box on the exterior of the house to notify firefighters. This past January, more than 100 firefighters from area fire departments were on the scene to help fight a basement fire at a two-story house in the Village of North Hills. Firefighters from the ManhassetLakeville Fire Department entered the basement of the 5,000 square foot house to fight the fire, but were forced to evacuate within minutes when the first floor began to separate from the walls of the home. Within 45 seconds of the last firefighter evacuating the house, the first floor collapsed into the basement. “I thank Assemblywoman Schimel and Senator Martins for listening to the safety needs of firefighters from across Long Island and through their tireless leadership, getting this important legislation introduced and passed by our New York State Assembly and New York State Senate. This simple process of notification of wood truss and lightweight wood construction and the noninvasive decal on the home’s electric box will go a long way to assist and advise firefighters when arriving at the scene of a house fire that utilizes this type of construction. Most importantly this notification law will be another tool to help ensure that all of our New York State firefighters stay safe and are able to return home to their families when the fire is extinguished,” said Michael F. Uttaro, Assistant Chief Fire Marshal, Nassau County Fire Marshal’s Office. “I am pleased that the NYS Legislature has passed the Truss Notification bill, which, when signed, will go a long way to protect all the Firefighters in New York State. It is important that firefighters have advanced notification when fighting a fire in this type structure, which is prone to sudden collapse without warning. Once this type of structure is finished, it is impossible to recognize the difference between this and other types of construction. This important fire safety legislation enables firefighters to take precautions when encountering a serious residential fire using this type construction. I am also pleased New York State is leading the way for firefighter safety. Congratulations to Senator Martins, Assemblywoman Schimel, and all the State Legislators,” said Owen W. Magee, Ex-Chief of the Hicksville Fire Department. “This legislation would protect the safety of our emergency services personnel who risk their lives for us should they find themselves entering a building utilizing this type of construction. If putting a simple sticker near an electrical meter can potentially save a firefighter’s life, we should do it. I thank Senator Martins and Assemblywoman Schimel for getting this legislation passed and I urge Governor Cuomo to approve it,” said Mineola Mayor Scott Strauss. The Village of Mineola recently enacted its own local law which is very similar to the one proposed by Senator Martins and Assemblywoman Schimel. “As construction materials change and advance so must the techniques used to fight fires and protect firefighters. This is an extremely valuable tool that will provide critical information upon arrival and will directly impact the strategy to fight the fire. I congratulate Senator Martins and Assemblywoman Schimel for their forward thinking and dedication to protecting first responders,” said Jeff Clark, Chief of the Mineola Fire Department. The legislation will be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo for consideration.

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FACES OF THE FIRE SERVICE SCPD Flight Medic on scene at the Lindenhurst motorcycle MVA on Straight Path & Sunrise Highway on June 3rd

Massapequa FD Ladder 6 1st Lieutenant Joe Maneri taking a breather at their house fire on Fox Blvd on June 23, 2014

A member of Patchogue takes a break at a recent skygliding accident

Massapequa Firefighter on scene of their working fire on Fox Blvd on June 23, 2014

Firefighter from Bethpage Engine 7 packing hose at a recent fire

Photo by Tom Lambui

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FACES OF THE FIRE SERVICE Members of first due crew on Ladder 8743 of Manhasset-Lakeville after operating at a recent fire

Photo by Lee Genser

Selden members operate at a recent shed fire with extension

Members of first-due crew from M-LFD Engine 8758 after taking up from a working fire on June 8th

Photo by Lee Genser

Jamesport FD Co 1 Firefighter Cichanowicz at Herricks Lane Attic Fire

Photo by Chris Sabella

Jamesport FD Chief S. McCabe [6-1-30] on the scene of a recent attic fire

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Coram FF Tim Asbell on the scene of a recent fire Photo by Tom Lambui

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NORTHPORT

125th Annual Installation Dinner Held

Story and Photo by Kevin Madigan - K2M Photography On the night of May 17, 2014 the Northport Fire Department held its 125th Annual Installation Dinner. This year the event took place at Larkfield [Manor] in neighboring East Northport. The night began with a cocktail hour and was followed by the welcoming of guests and introduction of the master of ceremonies, MC’d by First Assistant Chief Brad Wine. Succeeding this opening came the Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, welcome message by Chief of Department Joe Pansini, and oaths of office for those entering office for the year ahead. Once the new officers were installed, honors were bestowed upon retiring Chief of Department Chris Hughes Jr. Chief Hughes was given various tokens of appreciation by the department for the hard work he put in during his tenure as an assistant chief and chief of the department. The next order of business for the night consisted of the department awards which included 25, 30, 35, 40, and 45 years of service to the department. There was also a “James Mahoney” award and honorary Chief presentation. Each company within the department also presented a member an award for being firefighter of the year. The Chiefs of the Northport Fire Department for the year ahead are Chief of Department Joe Pansini, First Assistant Chief Brad Wine, and Second Assistant Chief John Jacobsen

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FREEPORT

MVA Results in Arrest

Story and Photo by Kevin Madigan - K2M Photography

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At 21:06 hours on the night of May 21, the Freeport Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with 2 aided in front of 366 Guy Lombardo Avenue [Ray and Carman Streets the cross streets]. When first responders arrived on scene, they found a three vehicle accident in which two of the autos involved had been parked at the time of impact. Inside one of these parked cars were two occupants. This duo went on to be transported by Freeport Ambulance 219 and County Ambulance 2377 to area hospitals with unknown injuries. Freeport Truck Company was on the scene and briefly put the tool into operation to free the victim on the passenger side of the Honda sedan. The only vehicle mobile throughout the incident, a late model Ford Mustang, struck the two parked vehicles. The driver of that vehicle was arrested on the scene by Freeport Police. All fire department units were under the command of Freeport Chief of Department Billy Walsh [2100].

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MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE Fire in the Walls

Story by Kirk Candan Photos by Lee Genser

On Wednesday, May 21st, 2014 at 1:58PM, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 3 and 4 were dispatched to 1 Overlook Avenue in Great Neck Plaza for an odor of smoke in the building. Deputy Chiefs Pisani [8702] and Candan [8704] both responded and were advised that a caller on the third floor was reporting that they smelt smoke and that work was being performed in the building. While the Chiefs were responding, the dispatcher provided additional information that FireCom had received another call reporting smoke coming from an apartment on the second floor. Deputy Chief Pisani arrived on scene, donned his PPE, and entered the apartment building to investigate. He was met with smoke on the second floor hallway and located and entered the apartment in question. Once inside the vacant apartment, Deputy Chief Pisani located a fire burning within the walls and recommended to Deputy Chief Candan that a working fire be transmitted. The transmission of the “Signal 10” working fire added Manhasset-Lakeville Company #5 and the Ambulance Unit to the initial assignment. Engine 8735 was the first piece of apparatus to arrive on the scene and hooked-up to a hydrant and immediately stretched a 1 ¾” hose line to the second floor. Ladder 8743 was the next rig to arrive and sent members to the fire apartment and floor above to open up the walls and check for extension. The crew from Rescue 8730 also performed searches and opened up the walls in the adjoining apartment and the floor below. The crews from Engine 8758 and Tower Ladder 8744 vented the bulkhead, roof and hallways which had elevated levels of carbon monoxide. All searches throughout the building were negative and there was minimal extension outside of the fire apartment. The Great Neck Alert Fire Company responded as the F.A.S.T. (Firefighter Assist and Search Team) with Ladder 826. The Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office responded to the scene to investigate the cause and origin of the fire and all units were released from the scene by Chief of Department Michael Farrone by 3:20PM. .

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WEST ISLIP

Heavy Fire on Arrival

Story and Photos by Ken Bradbury Additional Photos by Michael Magaraci

Phoro by Ken Bradbury

On Sunday May 25th at 1600 hours the West Islip FD received a call of a reported structure fire at 664 Pat Drive. Upon arrival, Chief Blaise Gemellaro (3-17-30) was met with heavy fire coming from exposure three of the fire building. The Chief had his dispatcher reactivate for a working fire and enact the mutual aid plan. Bay Shore was called as the FAST and Babylon for an engine. The flames where now coming through the roof and handline crews had an extremely difficult time making the push. The Bay Shore FAST was put to work as a second truck company and Babylon became the new FAST. North Babylon was brought in as a third truck and Deer Park responded to standby at West Islipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headquarters. The command also requested PSE & G forthwith. The Command ordered all members from within the structure and an exterior attack was put in to action. Several members sustained minor burns from the fire and required medical attention. Bay Shore Brightwaters VAC and Babylon responded with rescue crews. West Babylon was also brought in as another FAST.Crews where on the scene for more than two hours to bring the blaze under control

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Phoro by Ken Bradbury

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EAST MORICHES Motorcyclist Down

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots On Saturday, May 24, 2014 at approx. 2115 hours the Center Moriches Fire Department and Center Moriches Community Ambulance responded to reports of a motorcyclist down on the east bound Sunrise Highway at Exit 61. The operator of the motorcycle suffered numerous injuries and was MEDEVACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d by SCPD helo to Stony Brook University Hospital.

MEDFORD

Fire Department and Ambulance Pay Tribute To Our Soldiers Story and Photos by John Walthers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FD Rant News / Suffolk Fire Photos On Monday May 26, at 11 AM, the annual Memorial Day parade in Medford stepped off on Route 112. Each year, many community groups participate in the parade including the local school, Boy Scouts and of course the volunteers of the Medford Fire Department as well as Ambulance Companies. This year was no different. The volunteers brought out their color guard and marched and also showed off many of their Rigs. A great time was had by all who attended.

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MANORVILLE Brush Fire

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui-FD Rant News/LiHotShots The Manorville Fire Department responded at approximately 1600 hours to this brush fire on Mill Road just west of Halsey Manor Road. The fire was on the north side of the road and caused damage to a few hundred square feet of the woods. Mill Road was shut in both directions during FD operations. Chief Howie Snow [5-16-30] was in command of the scene.

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MERRICK

Speed and Inexperience Result in Overturn Story and Photo by Kevin Madigan - K2M Photography On the evening of May 27, 2014 the Merrick Fire Department was alerted to a motor vehicle accident with overturn on the Meadowbrook State Parkway at Babylon Turnpike. When units arrived on scene, they found a single vehicle accident in which a Nissan sedan flipped on the northbound ramp to eastbound Babylon Turnpike. There were two occupants inside of the vehicle, both able to selfextricate prior to the arrival of first responders. The two were transported by Nassau County Police Ambulances 2371 and 2397 to an area hospital. Merrick firefighters secured the vehicle and were soon released from the scene. All fire department units were under the command of Merrick Second Assistant Chief Tommy Gies [6402].

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RIVERHEAD

Tree demolishes Cobalt

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots

The Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Riverhead P.D. responded at approximately 12:50 pm when the man driving this 2008 Chevy Cobalt, according to authorities, swerved to avoid rear-ending the car in front of him and ran off the road, striking a tree on west bound Route 58 opposite King Kullen in Riverhead Thursday May 29, 2014. The driver, and sole occupant, of the vehicle was transported by RVAC to Peconic Bay Medical Center with undisclosed injuries

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TALKIN’ FIRE STUFF

THE REAL BAD STUFF AND THE MEDIA By Mike Capoziello

Last month I spoke of the “sometimes” moments that happen. The “real bad stuff”, which sooner or later will happen to your department. It’s part of the business, don’t take it personal…but be prepared. Whether we are talking about a severe motor vehicle accident, multi-alarm fire, mass casualty event, or some other adverse controversy off the fireground concerning your department it’s only a matter of time before something comes your way. Make no mistake when the “real bad stuff” happens you can be sure the media will be right there as well, looking for information and a comment from the “man in charge.” How you deal with the media in these situations will reflect on the incident itself, you as a leader and also your department overall. Unfortunately I had my share of “bad stuff” to deal with and can speak from experience about some do’s and don’ts. Here are a few points to think about when dealing with the media. • Do not try and hide from the story. The quicker it gets out there the quicker you can get it behind you. • Avoid being hostile towards the media. • With legal matters have your district/department attorney draft an official statement for release as soon as possible. • Take your time before hand and think about what you want to say. We have all seen dozens of interviews; you should have an idea of what will be asked of you. • Don’t let the key points of your message be lost in a long drawn out statement. Keep your answers short. Your interview statements will be edited to about 30 seconds if that. The important things you wanted to say may end up on the cutting room floor. • When on camera never look directly into the camera, look at the interviewer. • Control your hand movement; keep them at your sides or on your hips. • During television interviews always wear your helmet. Never wear sunglasses. They won’t make you look any cooler. • Never give personal opinions; they will be interpreted as your department’s opinions. • Avoid talking in technical terms or fire talk. “When I went 22 the 4 side of FD Rants News - Volume 3 Edition 7 - July 2014

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exposure 2 was involved.” How about “When I got here the side of the neighbor’s house was on fire.” Never say “No Comment.” This statement implies it may be true but I can’t say so. • When on camera and you have finished what you have to say do not allow the reporter to make you continue talking by sticking the microphone in your face and looking at you expectantly for more. • Finally- REMEMBER if don’t want it in print or on the air- DON’T SAY IT! It may be hard for some of us to deal with and understand at times but the media does have a job to do and a responsibility to report the news good or bad. You need to take a proactive approach with the media, don’t try to hide information or avoid the media. They will report on the story one way or another, and it’s much better to have a say in what will be said then no say at all. All departments should set up some sort of media policy and assign a Public Information Officer (PIO) within your ranks. Remember a PIO is a part of the NIMS “command staff”, and should be assigned at any large scale incident. Knowing how to deal with the bad stuff is part of taking on the responsibility of being a chief or a commissioner. I’ll close with the quote from Sean Connery in the film the Untouchables “Wait for it to happen. Don’t even want it to happen. Just watch what does happen.” Until next time be safe and keep em’ rolling! Mike Capoziello is a 28 year member of Hook and Ladder Co.#2 and former Chief [2011-12] of the Elmont FD. He serves as a Department Training Officer, Public Information Officer and Historian. He has 20 plus years’ experience as a houseman and dispatcher in various Nassau County departments and is currently a Supervising dispatcher with Nassau County Firecom, training officer for the Fieldcom unit, member of the Nassau County Fire Service Critical Incident Stress team for the past 11 years and is a liaison for the team to the Nassau County Fire Commission. FD Rants News - Volume 3 Edition 7 - July 2014

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CENTEREACH

Quick Work at Attic Fire

Story and Photo by Chris Sabella On May 28, 2014 a daytime fire sent Centereach firefighters to work at an abandoned house. A Centereach firefighter living on the block notified command of heavy smoke from the house. Mutual aid went out to Selden for RIT response as Centereach made a quick advance into the dwelling. After a quick primary search advancing lines went to the attic locating and extinguishing the fire before any more damage could be done.

CORAM

Reported Motorcycle MVA Story and Photo by Chris Sabella

Sunday June 1st 2014 Coram Fire Department was activated for a reported motorcycle MVA on Route 112 just north of Granny Road. Initial callers stated that the operator of the bike was ejected and slid across the roadway. First units on scene advised that the bike was down but no other cars were involved and the operator slid about 30 feet causing injuries to his lower extremities and was transported via Coram ambulance to a local hospital for treatment.

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RONKONKOMA

Holds 110th Annual Installation Dinner

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography On Friday, May 30th, 2014 the Ronkonkoma Fire Department held its 110th Annual Inspection and Installation Dinner. The program consisted of the presentation of colors, Pledge of Allegiance, National Anthem, invocation, installation of chiefs and officers, presentation of awards, and lastly proclamations from elected officials. In the year ahead the Ronkonkoma Fire Department will be led by Chief of Department Tim Blewett. Serving under Chief Blewett are First Assistant Chief Jonathan Santoli, Second Assistant Chief Mike Iannuzzi, and Third Assistant Chief Kevin Murray. The department’s Board of Fire Commissioners will be led by Richard Lutz. The awards presented during the dinner were comprised of firematic and rescue squad top ten responders along with the top five responders from the rescue company and fire police. Members who reached the 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 years of service plateaus were also recognized for their service and dedication. The annual dinner also honored John H. Moos a member who passed away earlier in the year and would’ve reached the 35 year milestone this year. On his behalf John’s wife was present to accept the 35 year award. The best of luck to all Chiefs and Officers of the Ronkonkoma Fire Department installed into office.

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LAKEVIEW

Continues to Lead the Fourth

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography

Click Here for More Photos At 00:11 hours on June 1st the Lakeview Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire at 524 Clinton Avenue in the dead end off of Langdon Boulevard. Lakeview Assistant Chief Patrick McNeill [4101] was among the first units on the road and was advised by North Bellmore Dispatch [650] that the call sounds like work. When first responders arrived on scene they were met with smoke showing leading to an immediate transmission of the signal ten [working fire]. Lakeview Engine 414 was the first engine company on scene while Lakeview Ladder 411 was the first truck company to arrive on scene. With the transmission of the working fire Rockville Centre was notified for the FAST and was soon on scene with Ladder 449. Members of Rockville Centre Truck Company were soon put to work due to the fire load and overhauling to be done. Hempstead Ladder 2, initially alerted to standby, was redirected to the scene and became the new FAST. During the operation four lines were stretched and operated as members battled fire throughout the two story split level home. The efforts of firefighters were hampered by Collierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mansion-type conditions in the basement of the home and a partial collapse of the second floor above the main body of fire. Also on the scene of the fire was an engine from Malverne and West Hempstead Ladder 765. Mutual aid was also provided by East Rockaway and Elmont. The cause of the fire remained under investigation by the Nassau County Fire Marshalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. All fire department units were under the command of Lakeview Chief of Department Freddy Senti [4100].

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SELDEN

Probie Gets Line Time for Outside Fire Story and photo by Chris Sabella

On Sunday June 1, 2014 firefighters from Selden responded for a report of an unknown fire on Kensington Road. Chief Mike Matteo [5-25-31] was first on scene and found a neighbor putting water from a hose on burning wood pile in the back yard next to his home. Chief Matteo took this opportunity to give a responding probie a training lesson with a little knob work. The fire was under control within minutes and all units took up about ten minutes later with a smiling rookie in the back seat.

WEST ISLIP

LP Gas Training at Suffolk Fire Academy Story and Photo by Chris Sabella

May 28, 2014 the West Islip Fire Department visited the Suffolk County Fire training facility in Yaphank for live fire training on liquid propane gas tank fires.

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Wedding Bells are Ringing Submitted by Eric Devine Photos by Aly Juliano

On June 7th 2014 at the Lindenhurst Invitational Parade Amityville Fire Dept. 1st Lieutenant Steven Juliano of Amityville Fire Department Dauntless Hose and Engine Co.2 proposes to Rescue Captain Kristy Richko of the Seaford Fire Department.

FRANKLIN SQUARE & MUNSON Overturn and Pin

Photos by Stephen Takacs On June 2nd the Franklin Square & Munson Fire Department responded to a multi vehicle motor vehicle accident with overturn and entrapment on Dogwood Avenue between Seabury and Sprague Avenues in front of the Best Yet supermarket. One ambulance from Lakeview was requested for mutual aid to the scene. The victims were extricated, treated and transported to local hospitals.

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UNIONDALE

18 Displaced After Fire in Senior Housing Complex Story and Photos by Kim Versheck – LNBN

Uniondale F.D. Apartment Fire - LNBN Around 20:00 hours on June 6th 2014 the Uniondale Fire Department was alerted to a reported fire at the Town of Hempstead Senior Housing Complex at 750 Front Street. Upon firefighters arrival they were meet with a heavy smoke condition coming from a first floor apartment of a garden style apartment building. The working fire was quickly transmitted and mutual aid was requested from the Hempstead, East Meadow and Roosevelt Fire Departments, as well as a FAST from North Bellmore. As smoke quickly filled the building firefighters with the help of Town of Hempstead employees helped evacuate the residents of both the fire building and a neighboring building. With mutual aid units arriving on scene crews of first due Engine 752 and Ladder 7544 (Uniondale’s new ladder’s first fire) made their way into the fire apartment and began to knock down the fire. Other arriving crews made quick work of secondary searches and placing ground ladders on the exposures inaccessible to the ladder trucks. The occupant of the studio apartment managed to escape the fire and was located outside with neighbors watching the firefighters extinguish the fire. The fire was brought under control in about 45 minutes and most of the damage was contained to the one apartment. No injuries were reported at the scene as mutual aid crews were released. Due to the utilities being cut and smoke damage, the 16 units in the building were uninhabitable for 18 residents of the senior complex. The Red Cross responded and helped to provide temporary shelter and clothing for those affected. The Nassau County Fire Marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire, which is believed to be accidental.

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SELDEN

Responds for Late Morning Work Story and Photos by Chris Sabella

On Saturday morning just before 11 am the Selden Fire Department responded to multiple calls for heavy smoke and flames coming from a structure at 171 Blue Point Road. Arriving chiefs reported a fully involved wood shed only feet from the residence with extension to the #3 and #4 exposure sides of the home and immediately requested Farmingville Fire Department to the scene for R.I.T. As the first engine arrived, two lines were stretched to the fire. The first line quickly stopped the spread from the shed to the home while the other line knocked down remaining fire in the shed. Suffolk PD Arson and Brookhaven Fire Marshals were notified for an investigation into the blaze. All units took up within the hour and returned to quarters.

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OCEANSIDE

Careless Smoking Gives Oceanside Work

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography At 05:44 hours on the morning of June 3rd the Oceanside Fire Department was alerted to a reported house fire at 3432 Ocean Avenue off of Garden Street. Oceanside First Assistant Chief JT Madden [2401] was among the first units on the road and was advised by dispatch that per Nassau County Police all occupants were out of the home. Based on the information provided the Chief requested that a FAST respond to the scene. When Chief Madden arrived on scene he was met with a smoke condition from the two story private dwelling and reported fire in the walls. With these conditions present the signal ten [working fire] was transmitted. Oceanside Engine 243 was the first engine company to arrive on scene and went on to stretch at least three lines. Rockville Centre sent Ladder 449 to the scene to serve as the FAST truck. Also on scene were Baldwin Ambulance 2010A and one ambulance from Rockville Centre. Island Park Ladder 223 and Baldwin Engine 203 were among the units standing by for Oceanside during the operation. The fire was believed to have begun on the outside of the home on the 3, 4 corner. All fire department units were under the command of Oceanside First Assistant Chief JT Madden [2401]. http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/ Oceanside-Fire-Department/3432-Ocean-Avenue-6314/

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CENTER MORICHES

4 Car MVA Ends with one in the Bush Story and Photos by Kevin Conn

On Tuesday June 3, 2014 at about 1735 hours the Center Moriches FD was activated for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;16/23 MVA Heavy Rescue Requestedâ&#x20AC;? at Railroad Ave and Frowein Road. Center Moriches FD 2nd Assistant Chief Paul Fremger [5-4-32] arrived on scene shortly after activation and then reported negative entrapment, 2 reported aided, 4 vehicles involved, which were now located on 3 corners of the busy intersection. CMFD Engine 5-4-1 arrived on scene and assisted CMFD Ambulance 5-4-17 with the patient care, While CMFD 5-4-10 and 5-48 Fire Police arrived and assisted SCPD with Traffic control. CMFD 5-4-4 Heavy Rescue arrived on scene and stood by. Also on scene was East Moriches Community Ambulance 5-47-16 assisting with patient care until the arrival of CMFD Ambulance 5-416. Two aided were transported to local Hospital for evaluation and treatment of what is believed to be non-life threatening injuries in CMFD Ambulances. http://kevco.smugmug.com/FirePhotos/ Center-Moriches-FD/MVA-June-3-2014-FroweinRoad/41414265_SBwb8Z#!i=3291856928&k=GVNg3xM

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LINDENHURST

Motorcyclist Down With Serious Injuries Story and Photos by Chris Colletti

On June 3rd, 2014 around 1:15pm the Suffolk Police & Babylon Central Fire Alarm were taking multiple calls for a motorcyclist involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries in the left turning lane on Westbound Sunrise Highway at Straight Path. Multiple SCPD sector cars and Lindenhurst Fire Department 2nd Assistant Chief Paul Vinciguerra [16-32] were advised there were multiple callers each with conflicting reports of a possible entrapment of the motorcyclist underneath an oil truck as well as the motorcyclist down and unconscious in the roadway. As a precaution, while en-route, PD requested aviation on standby due to the mechanism of injury and conflicting reports from the callers. On the arrival of SCPD and Chief Vinciguerra, the rider wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pinned as some of the callers had originally reported. He was removed from underneath the rear of a refrigerated box truck by bystanders on scene, semiconscious. At this time, aviation was being requested for a medevac. The crew from Lindenhurst FD ambulance 1-6-7 established ALS and packaged the patient. He was then moved to the ambulance awaiting SCPD Helicopter 3 which had a 5 minute arrival into the scene. A landing zone was established in the eastbound express lanes of Sunrise Highway, just west of the accident scene by Lindenhurst FD Engine 1-6-1 of the Chemical and Salvage Company #2 and Engine 1-6-3 of the Breslau Engine Company #1. Once the patient was secured by the flight medic, SCPD Helicopter 3 was airborne to Stony Brook University Hospital, transporting the patient with serious injuries. Suffolk Police closed down all lanes on Westbound Sunrise Highway from the Wellwood Avenue entrance ramp to Straight Path for an active crime scene and further investigation into the cause of the accident.

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CORAM

Gasoline Sparks Fire

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui-FD Rant News/LiHotShots

On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at approximately 1240 hours the Coram Fire Department was banged out for a reported car fire in an automotive repair shop on the south side of Middle Country Road [Route 25] just west of Route 112. First arriving units were met with a heavy fire load venting from the auto shops garage door and transmitted a 13/35 for a working fire. The 1st due unit stretched a 2 ½” line to the rear (exposure 3) of the commercial occupancy and VES’d (vent/entered/searched) through a rear emergency exit. Coram’s Bravest were able to make a quick knock down and all units were removed from the structure due to a partial collapse of the roof, which was supported by an open web steel joist truss roof system.

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JAMESPORT

Arcing Wires Spark Attic Fire Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots

On Wednesday June 4th, a home on Herricks Lane apparently caught fire, as per officials on scene, as a result of arcing wires supplying power to the home from the main line at the street pole. Most of the fire was contained to the attic, and one firefighter was rushed by ambulance to Peconic Bay Medical Center complaining of chest pains. Chief S. McCabe of the Jamesport F.D. was in charge of the scene, and mutual aid was provided by the Riverhead, Mattituck F.D.'s, and Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps. PSE&G was asked to respond to shut the power to the house and Herricks Lane was closed in both directions for approximately two hours.

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MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE

Smoke Showing on Arrival

Story by Kirk Candan Photos by Lee Genser

On Sunday, June 8th, 2014 at 10:21AM, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 3, 4, 5 and the Ambulance Unit were dispatched to a residence on Rose Lane in North New Hyde Park for “smoke coming from the basement”. Chief of Department Farrone [8705] was the first unit to arrive on the scene and advised responding units that he had “smoke showing”. After getting a report from an M-LFD Ex-Captain on scene, Chief Farrone transmitted a “Signal 10” for a fire in the basement of a 1 ½-story private dwelling. The Chief also reported that all occupants had self-evacuated and were accounted for. Engine 8758 was the first piece of apparatus to arrive on the scene and its crew hooked up to a hydrant and stretched a 1 ¾” hose line into the basement. The crew of Engine 8758 quickly extinguished the main body of fire, which was located in several bays of the basement’s ceiling across two separate rooms. The crew of Ladder 8743 opened up the basement ceiling and walls to check for extension and a second 1 ¾” hose line was stretched by the crew of Engine 8735 to the first floor, where there was minor extension. A third precautionary hose line was stretched, but not charged. The New Hyde Park Fire Department responded to the scene as the F.A.S.T. (Firefighter Assist and Search Team) and the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office responded to the scene to investigate the cause and origin of the fire. The incident was placed under control by Chief Farrone within thirty minutes and all units were released in a little over an hour.

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APPARATUS OF THE FIRE SERVICE East Islip Truck 3-5-5 at a recent alarm

Photo by Ken Bradbury Uniondale Fire Department's new Ladder 7544 catching it's first signal 10

Seaford Ladder 683 on scene as the FAST Team in Massapequa on June 23, 2014

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Kings Park Engine 4-1-1 operates at a recent landscape trialer fire

Photo by Jeff DiLavore Massapequa FD Ladder 6 on scene at their working fire on Fox Blvd on June 23, 2014

Jericho Engine 945 was 1st due at a recent fire at the Milleridge Inn

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APPARATUS OF THE FIRE SERVICE Medford FD Ladder 5-14-5 at Memorial Day Parade

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MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE Story by Kirk Candan

Photos by Lee Genser Additional Photos by Michael Bernatovich

On Saturday, June 7th, 2014 at 2:45PM, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Companies 1, 2, 3 and the Ambulance Unit were dispatched to a reported house fire on Gristmill Lane in Plandome Manor. Deputy Chief Kiess [8701] was the first unit to respond and was advised that FireCom was receiving multiple calls, all reporting a house fire. Deputy Chief Kiess transmitted “smoke showing” from a few blocks away and immediately transmitted a “Signal 10” for a working fire on his arrival. After completing a 360-degree sizeup, Deputy Chief Kiess reported that he had fire throughout a vacant 1 ½-story ranch-style home with heavy smoke pushing from the attic vents. Engine 8735 was the first piece of apparatus to arrive on the scene and a 1 ¾” hose line was immediately stretched into the private dwelling. After a few minutes of operating, conditions inside began to rapidly deteriorate and Deputy Chief Kiess withdrew all members from the building and instituted an exterior attack. Shortly after withdrawing all members, a large section of the roof collapsed.

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Multiple hand lines and the ladder pipe on Quint 8728 were used to extinguish the fire. The Port Washington Fire Department responded as the initial F.A.S.T. (Firefighter Assist and Search Team), but was put to work almost immediately and was replaced by the Roslyn Fire Companies. Manhasset-Lakeville Company #4 was also added to the assignment for additional manpower and responded with Tower Ladder 8744. Numerous neighboring fire departments, including Plandome, Garden City Park, New Hyde Park, Great Neck Vigilant, Great Neck Alert and Bellerose, either sent mutual aid units to the fire scene or provided stand-by coverage in the Manhasset-Lakeville firehouses during the incident.The Nassau County Fire Marshalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office responded to investigate the cause and origin of the fire, which was deemed unsuspicious. Two Manhasset-Lakeville Firefighters were transported with minor injuries to a local area hospital. The incident was placed under control within two hours and all units were released from the scene by 6:00pm by Manhasset-Lakeville Chief of Department Michael Farrone [8705].

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LOCUST VALLEY

Quick Work at a House Fire

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On June 12th, 2014 at approximately 10:45 PM, the Locust Valley Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a basement fire at 62 Cross Street. Upon arrival, 3rd Assistant Chief Andrew Akapnitis [5403] reported smoke showing and entered the building as Chief of Department Brian Nolan [5400] arrived on scene. Upon entering the building, Chief Akapnitis found a dryer fire in the basement and requested Chief Nolan to transmit a Signal 10 (Working Fire). The fire was contained and quickly extinguished by Chief Akapnitis and the crew of Engine 544 with minor extension into the ceiling and the contents of the room. Mutual Aid was requested from Glen Cove Fire Department, Bayville Fire Company and Oyster Bay Fire Department. The fire was placed under control within 30 minutes.

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MASTIC

Honda vs. Honda

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots On Wednesday June 11th, officers from the SCPD's 7th Pct., the Mastic Fire Department and Mastic Volunteer Ambulance responded at approx. 2:20 p.m. when a Honda motorcycle and a Honda CRV collided at the intersection of Mastic Boulevard East and Ormond Place. The two males on the motorcycle were able to walk away with only minor injuries and there were no reports of injuries to the occupants of the CRV.

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BROOKHAVEN Pickup Burns

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui-FD Rant News/LiHotShots

On Thursday, June 12, 2014 units from the Brookhaven Fire Department, South Country Ambulance, and officers from the SCPD's 5th Pct. responded just before 3:00 p.m. to this Ford F-250 pick-up truck fire on Montauk Highway just west of Yaphank Avenue. Montauk Highway was closed in both directions for almost 45 minutes. No injuries were reported.

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JERICHO

Medical Episode Lands Driver into Median

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography Late in the afternoon on Friday, June 13th the Jericho Fire Department operated on the scene of a motor vehicle accident with entrapment. The accident was located on Jericho Turnpike across from 100 Jericho Quadrangle. The scene was comprised of a one vehicle accident in which the driver of a Lincoln sedan had a medical episode and veered off the roadway into trees in the median. Firefighters worked extensively to remove the female driver who was then transported to Syosset Hospital by Jericho Fire Department Ambulance 9419. All fire department units were under the command of Jericho Chief Carl Johnson [9401]. http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/JerichoFire-Department-/Jericho-Turnpike-61314-/

RIDGE

Toyota Flips

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots

On Saturday June 14, 2014 officers from the SCPD Hwy. Patrol, 7th Pct., and Ridge Fire Department responded at approx. 5:50 a.m. when the driver of this Toyota lost control while exiting the William Floyd west bound exit on to the LIE (Rt. 495). The driver said he tried to avoid a car slowing in front of him, as per officials on the scene. He was taken to the hospital by Ridge Fire Department ambulance with unknown injuries. The west bound LIE was closed down to one lane.

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BALDWIN

Tree Stops SUV in its Tracks on Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Story and photos by Kevin Madigan / K2M Photography

Around 06:45 hours on the morning of June 15th the Baldwin Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment at the intersection of Grand and Demott Avenues. Baldwin Second Deputy Chief Michael Jazylo [2052] was among the first units to arrive on scene and confirmed the entrapment of one person inside the vehicle. Within minutes Baldwin Ladder 207 was on scene alongside members of Nassau County ESU extricating the victim from the front passenger seat. The extrication process lasted approximately fifteen to twenty minutes. The trapped passenger was one of four people inside the Mercedes Benz SUV which had struck a tree while going southbound on Grand Avenue. All four people were transported to area hospitals. Both Baldwin Fire Department ambulances and one ambulance from South Hempstead were among those utilized for transport. The sport utility vehicle was the only auto involved in the Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day accident. The cause of the crash remained under investigation and all fire department units were under the command of Baldwin Chief of Department Craig Yanantuono [205]. http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/ Baldwin-Fire-Department/Grand-and-Demott-61514/

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BROOKHAVEN Fender Bender

Story and Photo by Chris Sabella On Sunday night June 15, 2014 two cars collided at the intersection of Montauk Highway and Station Road in Brookhaven. One person was injured after the car was struck from behind and both cars were leaking fluids. Brookhaven Fire Department responded as well as South Country Ambulance to the scene and secured the scene while ambulance personnel stabilized the patient for transport to Brookhaven Hospital.

FRANKLIN SQUARE & MUNSON

Firefighters Stop at Salon without Appointment Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography

Late on the night of June 15th the Franklin Square Fire Department was alerted to a reported building fire in a nail salon at the intersection of Dogwood Avenue and Edward Terrace. Franklin Square Chiefs Gresser [7100] and Salzman [7102] were among the first to arrive on scene and immediately transmitted a signal ten [working fire]. When units arrived on scene they found fire inside of a nail salon located at 452 Dogwood Avenue. The Chiefs were notified by a neighbor who lived nearby that there was a plumber who resided in the basement of the taxpayer. The Chiefs realized the validity of this statement when they saw the manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s van parked in the adjoining parking lot. Firefighters went on to remove this occupant from the basement and he was transported to an area hospital for smoke inhalation. When the working fire was transmitted Malverne was notified for the FAST and was put to work on arrival. Garden City Ladder 144, originally directed to standby, was redirected and became the new FAST. West Hempstead and Elmont were also notified for mutual aid units. Within twenty minutes all visible fire was knocked down. The main body of fire was located in the one, two corner of the business. Firefighterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts were hampered http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/Franklin- by double paned glass and wooden boards blocking access to the basement in some areas. The cause of the fire remained Sqaure-Fire/452-Dogwood-Avenue-61514/ under investigation. Nassau County Hazmat was also notified to respond to the scene due to the potential of contents in the building. All fire department units were under the command of Franklin Square Chief of Department Gresser [7100].

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OCEANSIDE

Familiar Intersection for OT

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography

Around 21:30 hours on the night of June 15th the Oceanside Fire Department was alerted to a motor vehicle accident with overturn at the intersection of Long Beach Road and West Windsor Parkway. When units arrived on scene they found a two vehicle accident with one auto overturned and no entrapment. Firefighters secured both vehicles and each driver was transported to an area hospital. Once the aided were transported units began to be released from the scene. All fire department units were under the command of Oceanside First Assistant Chief JT Madden [2401].

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BRENTWOOD

Door Removal Needed For MVA Story and photos by Ken Bradbury

On Saturday June 21st, the Brentwood FD was activated for an MVA Heavy Rescue at the intersection of Brentwood Rd and Connecticut Ave. Assistant Chief Mike Derbyshire [3-2-32] and Truck 3-2-18 responded for a report of victims trapped. Upon arrival the crew was requested to remove the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s door and help extricate the victim. Engine 3-2-15 also responded.

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FLORAL PARK

Fire Breaks out in the Heart of Flo Po

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography

http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/Floral-Park-Fire-Department/132-Tulip-Avenue-61814/ At approximately 18:15 hours on June 18th, 2014 the Floral Park Fire Department was dispatched to a reported building fire at 132 Tulip Avenue between Verbena and Violet Avenues. Floral Park Police were among the first on scene and reported smoke showing. Floral Park Third Assistant Chief Michael Longobardi [1203] was one of the first fire department units on scene and transmitted the signal ten [working fire] immediately following his arrival. Firefighters were met with fire on the second floor of a two story taxpayer which was comprised of businesses on the first floor and residential apartments above. Floral Park Ladder 123 was the first truck company on scene and took to the front of the building. Ladder 123 was soon joined by New Hyde Park Ladder 175 and Elmont Ladder 7015 [a spare ladder acting in place of Tiller 708]. Elmont also went on to send Rehab Unit 709 to the scene. Also present on the scene of the Wednesday evening fire was Stewart Manor Quint 191 and ambulance, Garden Park Ladder 151 and Ambulance 156, and an ambulance from Mineola VAC. Franklin Square Ladder 713 was among the units standing by during the operation. All visible fire was knocked down and the scene placed under control within thirty minutes. The cause of the fire remained under investigation. All fire department units were under the command of Floral Park Third Assistant Chief Michael Longobardi [1203].

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Having a Pre-Plan for Life by Don Prince

Have you ever felt the pressures of life, the job, and stress mounting up to such a point that you felt you were going to explode? We know that pressurized cylinders and containers have devices in place to relieve the pressure if it reaches a dangerous level. These PRV’s are there to help alleviate the pressure and bring things back to a manageable level. What about our own personal need to “alleviate pressure and bring things back to a manageable level?” What happens when we don’t alleviate the pressures of life and we explode on the ones we love? Is it fair to our loved ones that “our stressors” have now caused collateral damage to their lives? For some of us the pressure relief valve is to take a drink or another substance that lets us escape from the stress for a moment, only to have it return and most times the pressure is worse because we did nothing to change it and added to it by causing more turmoil in our lives. So we try again and drown the thoughts, the pain and most times the fear that is inside of us which can lead to a physical and mental dependence on alcohol or a drug. Firefighter substance abuse and alcoholism is a major problem in the fire service, with around 33% of the fire service suffering from some form of PTSD from traumatic events they witnessed. Approximately half of those PTSD sufferers will go to substance abuse, leaving around 18% of all firefighters with an addiction of some sort. It is NOT a sign of weakness. Perhaps you think you or another member might be having a problem and you are not really sure if in fact it is or don’t want to believe it for yourself… Here are some of the key factors to look for: • • • • • • • • • • •

Use resulting in failure to fulfill major work or home obligations Recurrent use in situations in which it is hazardous Recurrent alcohol or drug related legal problems Continued use despite knowledge of problems caused or aggravated by use Tolerance (needing more alcohol or drugs to become intoxicated) Withdrawal symptoms such as shakes, agitation, anger and isolation Alcohol use for periods longer than intended Unsuccessful attempts at controlled drinking and drug use Considerable time spent in obtaining or using alcohol or drugs, or recovering from their effects The discontinuation or loss of important social, work or recreational activities Continued use of alcohol or drugs despite knowledge of problems caused or aggravated by use

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Prescription drug abuse is a major problem in the fire service as well. The daily job activities of a firefighter cause injury and illness very frequently. Even when a firefighter is prescribed drugs to take as needed, they are very prone to start abusing that medication. Here are some of the signs of abuse: • Continued use of the drug, even after the pain it was prescribed for has ceased • Complaining about vague symptoms to get more medication • Mood and behavior changes, such as becoming hostile, volatile, agitated or anxious • Secretive or deceitful behavior in order to obtain the drug, such as having multiple prescription pills prescribed to others • Physical withdrawal symptoms when doses are missed • Flu-like symptoms such as joint and muscle aches, night sweats and insomnia • Using more than recommended amount of medication • Developing a high tolerance so that more pills are needed for the same desired effect • Withdrawal from friends, family and society, especially if people close to you say you have a problem • Financial problems associated with having to purchase more and more pills • Past history of drug addiction These warning signs can also be applied to family members and friends outside of the firehouse as well. FD Rants News - Volume 3 Edition 7 - July 2014

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As firefighters, we do everything together yet we seem to forget that we are not meant to carry these burdens alone. It is not an easy subject to talk about. How you approach the affected member is critical. Discretion and a sense of fairness and concern for their wellbeing is the key to getting the person to trust you and accept your offer of help. There is NOTHING more negative and counterproductive than labeling somebody as a loser, addict or a drunk. In fact I can tell you from my personal experience that it drives the person further into the darkness and alienates him or her even more. I know because I lived it for far too long. The fact is like so many of us, I didn’t want to face my demons. But after some heart felt reflection I finally said enough is enough. Where can we go? Who can we talk to? If you’re a Chief, officer or commissioner where do you turn to get your member help? Like any other response pre-plan you need to have the professional, discreet and effective resources available and ready for when that call needs to be made. You all have your alcohol and drug policies in effect. Understandably almost all of them are probably a zero tolerance policy. But how many times have you looked the other way? I am passionate about what I share here. I’ve lived it from both sides of the table. I am also proof that recovery and living a positive successful life is possible.

About the Author: Don Prince is an Ex-Chief of the Brookhaven FD who served 16 years with the department. He was a member of the Rescue Squad, a rescue diver, served as Station Lieutenant, First and Second Assistant Chief. He was also a member of Shirley Community Ambulance. Since moving to South Florida he now works with some of the leading addiction treatment facilities specializing in first responder treatment and also does community outreach to help others get help with addiction throughout the country. He can be reached at 561-282-8685(c) or 877-926-3498 (toll free) anytime day or night.

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WHEN A FIRST RESPONDER IS IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION, it’s normal to feel fear and for your body to go into a fight or flight response. This can happen even if you are just anticipating an upcoming danger. Once the threat is gone you’re body returns to normal. However, after a potentially life threatening event, this normal fight or flight response may be altered. The stressor is generally outside the range of normal human experience such as combat, natural disasters, crashes or the loss of a colleague or loved one among other types of trauma. At PMRC we have a team of counselors with the kn knowledge and expertise to assist our clients in gaining control of these stressors. We offer an individualized treatment program that addresses our client’s needs in order to help the trauma that is haunting them.

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DEER PARK

Commercial Building Fire Story and photos by Ken Bradbury

http://deerparkfirephoto.smugmug.com/Fires/61614-Deer-Park-WF-289/i-rzvRWMB On Monday June 16th at 5AM the Deer Park FD received an alarm at 289 Skidmore Rd. Chief Steve Jacob (1-4-33) was first on the scene and advised of a working fire in a 50 x 300 foot commercial building. Mutual aid plans where put in action and North Babylon was the RIT team. West Islip responded with a ladder, Wyandanch responded with an engine and Dix Hills also with an Engine. Two two and one half inch lines where used inside the structure and the fire was quickly knocked down. The fire extended into the ceiling of the structure and a long overhaul was in order for Commanding Chief Larry Bradbury (1-4-30). Units remained on the scene for some 90 minutes and no injuries where reported.

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BRENTWOOD

Responds to Hot Car Fire

Story and photos by Ken Bradbury On Sunday June 21st the Brentwood FD received a call for a car fire on the Long Island Expressway east of Wicks Rd in the Eastbound service road. Chief Mike Derbyshire [3-2-32] responded as well as Engine 3-2-12 and 3-2-2 along with Truck 3-2-18. They were met by a fully engulfed car fire and the crews to the task to hand. All units were up in thirty minutes with little problem.

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KINGS PARK

Landscape Trailer Fire Highlights Busy Morning Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News

On Friday morning June 20th, while already operating at a reported residential structure fire, the Kings Park Fire Department was alerted for to respond to Lyn Oak Lane near Country Oaks Drive for a trailer fire. Assistant Chief Tim Clark [4-1-33] advised Chief of Department Dan Guilfoil [4-1-30] that a column of smoke was visible from a distance. The scene at the structure fire was placed under control and units were directed to the 2nd alarm. Upon arrival, Chief Clark relayed that he had a fully involved landscape trailer in the middle of the roadway. Engine 4-1-1 arrived first due and secured a water supply from the hydrant across the street and the crew quickly stretched a 1 Âžâ&#x20AC;? handline to knock down the fire in just a few minutes. Assistant Chief James Purser [4-1-33] was also on scene to direct operations. This alarm was one of four that occurred within an hour. http://fdrantnews.smugmug.com/Category/Kings-ParkFire-Department/Trailer-Fire-Lynn-Oaks-Drive/i-3C4rsjk

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BOHEMIA

Six Car Wreck

Story and Photo by Chris Sabella

On Friday June 20, 2014 a total of six cars collided at the intersection of Lakeland Avenue and Church Street in Bohemia just after 3:30pm. At least five people were transported to several hospitals. Bohemia firefighters and SCPD ESU removed all patients to a number of Community Ambulance of Sayville rigs for transport.

MASSAPEQUA

Heavy smoke on arrival

Story and Photos by Chris Colletti – LNBN Additional Photos by Paul Krussmann – LNBN On June 23rd, 2014, the Massapequa FD was alerted for a reported house fire at 116 Fox Boulevard. Additional information was given as a possible electrical fire in the ceiling of the home. Chief of Department Gerard Keuchler [6300] responding to the scene with 1st Assistant Chief Regis Beneville [6301], 2nd Asssistant Chief Kevin Stansberry [6302] and 3rd Assistant Chief Dave Batt [6303] were advised that Nassau County police were already on scene stating an active fire within the home. Upon arrival, there was smoke showing and a signal 10 (working fire) was transmitted. Massapequa FD Engine 631 from the West End was the first due engine responding to the scene with Ladder 6 from the East End as the first due truck company. A reverse lay was implemented by Engine 631 and the hydrant was secured a short distance away. Firefighters stretched two 1 ¾’’ hand lines making an aggressive push inside the home to knock down the fire in the ceiling of a 2 story private dwelling. All searches were complete and negative as all the residents were safely out of the home. Mutual aid was provided by the Seaford FD for the FAST team sending Ladder 683 to the scene. Massapequa EMS standing by tended to some residents of the home and treated 2 minor firefighter injuries. All were evaluated and released from the scene.

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DEER PARK

Early Morning Heavy Rescue Story and photos by Ken Bradbury

http://deerparkfirephoto.smugmug.com/MVAs-1/62214-Deer-Park-HR-Comac-LI/i-nsdq9dv On Saturday June 22nd at 521 AM the Deer Park Fire Department was alerted for a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Commack Road and Long Island Avenue. All units were advised that this was a forthwith response. Chief Larry Bradbury [1-4-30] was in command of the scene that one vehicle had rear ended the other vehicle and had trapped the driver in the struck vehicle. The crew of Engine 1-4-6 under the direction of Captain Joe Sheehan surveyed the scene and door removal and dash displacement where needed. The crew worked swiftly and the victim was extricated in less than 15 minutes. Deer Park Heavy Rescue [1-4-14] also was on scene securing the second vehicle, as well as the Fire Police Squad [1-4-15] keeping traffic flowing from the scene. SCPD ESU also responded but where not needed. The victim was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital.

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SEAFORD

Weekend Attic Fire

Story and Photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography At 18:37 hours on June 22nd the Seaford Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a house fire at the intersection of Oakdale Avenue and Tiana Street. Multiple calls were being received by emergency dispatchers reporting the fire and while en route Nassau County Police encountered a heavy smoke condition. Seaford First Assistant Chief Robert Podesta [6801] was among the first units on scene and went on to transmit the signal ten [working fire]. With this transmission North Massapequa was notified for the FAST and was soon on scene with Ladder 661. Firefighters battled fire in the attic of the two and a half story private dwelling and had the main body of fire knocked down within twenty minutes. Seaford Engine 682 was the first engine company on scene and stretched two lines during the operation. The North Massapequa Truck Company was put to work due to the extensive overhaul that was needed and Massapequa became the new FAST. Wantagh was also on the scene with Engine 698. The cause of the fire remained under investigation. All fire department units were under the command of Seaford Chief of Department Paul Lochner [6800].

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SELDEN

2nd Overturn in 6 Hours Story and Photo by Chris Sabella

On Tuesday morning June 17th, at 0557 hours, the Selden Fire Department was activated for a reported overturn auto. This was just 6 hours after handling an earlier overturn less than a mile away. The driver of this accident was able to free himself as units were arriving on scene. Selden firefighters under direction of Chief Matteo [5-2531] secured the car and the driver refused medical and all units took up about 25 minutes later.

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KINGS PARK

Head On Leads to Double Pin

Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News

On Monday morning June 23rd at 0824 hours, the Kings Park Fire Department was alerted for a 16/23 MVA with heavy rescue on Route 25A near Spinnaker Court in Fort Salonga. Initial reports were for a head on collision with multiple vehicles involved. Chief of Department Dan Guilfoil [4-1-30] arrived on scene to find two vehicles with heavy front end damage approximately 50 yards apart with both drivers pinned in the autos; essentially creating two different extrication operations. The crew from Heavy Rescue 4-1-9 arrived on scene and immediately split their crew to work on extricating both drivers. As additional units arrived their crews assisted with the extrications as the jaws were used to pop each door. Assistant Chief John Gallo [4-1-31] was also on scene to direct the operations. Both drivers were treated by members of Kings Park EMS before they were transported to St Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Ambulances 4-1-62 and 4-1-63 with undisclosed injuries. http://fdrantnews. smugmug.com/ Category/Kings-Park-FireDepartment/MVA-Route25A-and-Spinnaker/iQNTtRkn

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PORT WASHINGTON

Early Morning Building Fire

Story and Photos by Andrew Carpenter Over the Edge Photography On June 18th, 2014 at 7:53am, the Port Washington Fire Department was dispatched for a possible building fire at 19 Harbor Park Drive North. While en-route, Port Washington 2nd Assistant Chief Bryan Vogley [8502] was advised by Firecom that Port Washington Police were confirming a fire on the roof of a commercial building. With this information, a Working Fire (Signal 10) was transmitted. Firefighters quickly arrived on scene and stretched a hose line to the roof by ground ladder while the truck team went to the roof on ladder 8516 to locate and contain the fire. Fire was found in the corner of the roof and quickly extinguished by the crews on scene. Roslyn Fire Department and Great Neck Fire Department were also on scene to assist in operations.

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THE BACK OF THE BUS I'm Here. Now What? by Tom Cronogue

I'm Here. Now What?

So last month we stuck our noses into how to get where you're going and where to park when you arrive. Hope you might've picked up a point or two on tactical and strategic thinking that you hadn't thought of. By the way, forgot something that needs to be in your toy box; a good knife. Not a K-Bar... you don't need to be â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rambo'ingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; some hapless soul. You're not a knife fighter. It should be a lock back with a decent sized blade, a tanto point maybe, half serrated, maybe a window punch and seat belt cutter built in, something relatively idiot proof. You do need to be able to open and close it one handed. Plan on your other hand being otherwise occupied or inoperative. OK...so you're 21, or 22, or 81 or Three-Six (if you take an average of the four, you're on the 40, Central, K...). What's next on your agenda? Do you even have an agenda? Unfortunately, we have a bad habit of letting our scenes evolve organically. Sometimes organic is a good thing. Think free range tomatoes. Remember, a tumor is organic too. We don't want a tumor. Finish this mandatory Ahnoald quote; "It's NOT a ...". No, you can't make a hard and fast plan for every scene. Both Von Klauswitz and Tsun Tu (a relative of General Tso...) pointed out that no battle plan ever survives contact with the enemy. There's one you can take to the bank. That doesn't mean you shouldn't have a loose framework of stuff you do every time, stuff that's going to increase your odds of surviving an encounter. These things should be automatic, reflexive. They should happen EVERY time you step onto the playing field. Y'all know how to get to Carnegie Hall, right? The more stuff you can do that you don't have to think about, the more brain power you can devote to problem solving, like when we test you for patient assessment and you're down there on that blue mat looking at some kid while a fat guy wedged into a school desk reads you a problem and then stares at you expectantly, his pudgy little hand grasping that instrument of death called a pen poised over the sheet that controls your fate, just waiting to fail you. You start with "BSIScene Safe; Number of patients; adequacy of resources"...and then that first "ummmm" comes out. Maybe you shouldn't of gone to Hooters with the guys from the Truck last night and should've reviewed that sheet a few more times... No. You should've gone to Hooters. At least that way you got a hot girl to talk to you, and you probably sounded like a rocket surgeon against a background of truckies...all those multi-syllable words and stuff. Reason why studying wouldn't of helped is because you've stored the info as an intellectual property in your cerebrum, on the third floor of your brain. When you get

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nervous, excited, your good ole’ sympathetic nervous system pours that adrenaline into the pipes and guess what it does? Darkens down the cerebrum……Y’know, that floor you now can’t get to no matter how hard you try. The elevator doesn’t stop there on epinephrine That’s why our friends in the military train you repetitiously until you develop muscle memory. Those guys have a pretty good plan. You don’t practice something until you get it right. You practice it until you’re incapable of getting it wrong. Muscle memory. Your survival skills need to be just that, a memory that your body will execute automatically, without conscious thought. Remember, if you’re thinking about what to do next, you’re not thinking about what you’re finding. How do you plan on making good tactical choices when you’re trying to figure out what the next step in the dance is? That’s why your face is getting all red and you’re starting to sweat down there on the blue mat. Now though, you’re not on a blue mat. Now it’s for real. Lives hang in the balance. No, I mean like for real. They really hang in the balance. The shot guy: if you don't make it to his side, he's going to leak the red stuff all over the front seat, and we're never going to get that smell out. I don't think CarFax reports murders that occurred inside. Your partner(s)... do it wrong and they have a good chance of ending up on a memorial wall someplace. While you may not particularly like her, it is her turn to pay for the pizza. For those of you reading this not living on Long Island, pizza is a food group based on a circle of dough covered with gravy [the real gravy, like Aunt Tess makes. It's not brown.] and a collection of cheeses, meats and or vegetables that combine to make the food of the gods. It is not available in chain stores that begin with 'Papa', or 'L'il' or pretty much anywhere west of the Hudson River, with some notable exceptions in northern Jersey. That's what you get for moving to Frostbite Falls, Chris. Pineapple does not go on pizza. Sacrilege! Back to your partner. Getting her shot will involve reaching into your own pocket to pay for dinner. Don't get her shot. It could get you shot. Bad thing. While scars are cool and chicks dig scars, one must survive the making of the scar to get dug. Dead people don't get scars. Scars are a healing process. Dead people don't heal. Let’s change the facts of the case to reflect a six year old girl who panicked when things went boom, ran across the parking lot and caught one in the abdomen. She’s lying in the middle of an expanding red puddle. Her screaming has lost a lot of its volume. She’s pretty much down to whimpering and her teddy bear is looking at you cowering behind your engine block accusingly. Think you’ll be quite as aloof? Any chance you might make a bad choice? A lot of people would. Exactly what Mr. Wild-eyed Mass Murderer is counting on and why he’s got his crosshairs laid on a spot about 18 inches above her head. He knows somebody will occupy that space any second now. Despite your partner’s protestations to the contrary, you snake out there to try and make the snatch. No Circulation-Airway-Breathing, just fast and low, scoot and grab... you almost made it. You’re now nose to nose with the teddy bear and he’s saying, “Sorry, man.” What’s your FD Rants News - Volume 3 Edition 7 - July 2014

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partner going to do? He’s been hanging on this tour all this time ‘cause he’s had a crush on you since he first walked in the squad room. In his mind, he’s been picking out china patterns for you guys. Guess who else doesn’t have a tactical thought in his head? Great. Now there’s three of you out there co-mingling body fluids. You can see where this is going. Google “Mom and Dad Save the World” (1992), ‘Earthman’s bed’ to see where this ends. This thing is going to turn into a real magilla. Nobody’s getting helped. Remember that guy Hippocrates? They call him The First Physician. He came up with an oath. We’re all supposed to believe in it. His oath is one of the foundations of Modern Medicine (two capital M’s). Think back on old Hippo as his friends call him. He was a little wide in the beam...he’s coming up with this pledge for the ages. Nobody has paper that he knows of, Staples hasn’t been invented yet...so he’s got to chip it in stone. He wants to get this right. The pages are heavy and a real pain to erase, so he only wants to do this once. Ole Hippo’s a pretty smart guy. He could’ve rambled on about pushing back the frontiers of medicine and to go boldly where no man has gone before (he was better at grammar than Roddenberry, he knew not to split an infinitive) but he didn’t go down that street. Instead, with an amazing insight, he chips “First, do no harm.” Who’s he talking about not harming? The hurt guy, of course, right? Yeah, the hurt guy is a member of that class, but it’s a rather large class. He didn’t limit it. Don’t do harm to anybody. You’re in that class. So’s your partner and anyone else that might toodle their way onto your scene. He might as well have chiseled “Everybody Goes Home”. How’d your snatch make out? Let’s review. What do we know? We know you suck at serpentine. We know that the space above and around a victim is a kill zone. We don’t do kill zones, remember? We know that your partner really, really cares. We know that that bleeding cop lying on top of you is really mad. We know that we should never pay attention to the disapproving stares of a teddy bear. Did our heroics help or harm the patient? You’re the resource that was supposed to keep the red stuff inside. How’s that working out for everybody? When the bad guy’s fire is suppressed, who’s going to get cared for first? You, your partner, any cops or firemen that got tuned, you know you’re getting done first. The initial patient just got pushed down in the pecking order. You’re not helping. You’re not honoring your oath. I know that in the pecking order we believe ourselves to be children of a lesser god. That’s because the cops and firemen have better PIO’s than us. Don’t believe the hype. Without you, dying guy dies. Cops can’t fix that. Neither can firemen. They’re nice people, I mean somebody’s got to stretch the crime scene tape and carry our stuff, but when it comes to practicing the healing arts, you kids are irreplaceable. You’re expensive to fix and it’s hard to get parts. At the scene of a medical emergency the EMT is the most valuable asset on scene. I know that many of you don’t do a whole lot of shootings. Good for you. Some of FD Rants News - Volume 3 Edition 7 - July 2014

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us live in places where they’re a common as squirrels. As such, the less experience you get with them, while excellent for property values, the more excited you get when you land. The more excited you get, the less you see, literally. You get tunnel vision. You only see that dying little girl, to the exclusion of everything else. Like the guy with the rocket launcher. We kind of need to see him. The less logical you are, the more likely you are to make regrettable life changing decisions. I know “Active Shooter” is the New Black. Everybody and their uncle is running courses on it, and you’ve got yourself several certificates suitable for framing that declare you an expert on the topic. Great. Knowledge is a good thing. Wish I had some. Is that knowledge going to get you home? Only time will tell. You can do everything perfectly and have the whole thing go in the toilet anyhow. RULE: DO NOT TRANSPORT MORE PATIENTS TO THE SCENE! That’s enough for this month. Promise. next time we’ll actually touch the patient. ‘Til then, stay low and keep safe. Drop in and say hi at Tom Cronogue on Facebook or Ocrainaugh@aol.com Peace, Obewan. p.s. If yo’re looking for a good summer read (yeah, I know who reads actual books anymore...) try “Paramedico, Around the World by Ambulance” by Benjamin Gilmour. Ben’s an Australian medic who trundles about the universe jumping in every bus he can find. It’s well written, a quick read and gives you a perspective on just how tough you could have it. Chief Thomas Cronogue (ret.) served more than two decades as an officer in the WyandanchWheatley Heights Ambulance Corp, one of Long Island’s busiest. He began his career as a member of the Deer Park Fire Department in 1969. He served with West Babylon FD, Wyandanch Fire Co., Martin Luther King, Jr. Rescue Squad and WWHAC. Professionally, he is a retired Police Officer serving 29 Years with the Nassau County PD. He worked in the Seventh, Special Services Bureau (later ESB) and the C.I.C in the Fire Police Academy in NUMC. Following retirement, he worked for the DPFD, running their career EMS program as EMS Director. Talk to him at Ocrainaugh@AOL.com

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ISLIP TERRACE Crash at the Merge

Story and photos by Ken Bradbury On Sunday, June 22nd the Islip Terrace Fire Department was notified for an MVA on Sunrise Highway east of Southern State Parkway. All Chiefs responded and the incident was actually located in Bohemiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fire District at the Oakdale Merge on Sunrise Highway. It was reported by Chief Cuocco [3-6-30] of no victims trapped and one victim needing medical attention.

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FARMINGVILLE Crash Snarls Traffic

Story and Photo by Chris Sabella On Monday night June 23, 2014, the Farmingville Fire Department responded to a car accident on the entrance ramp to North Ocean Avenue from Bicycle Path. The accident occurred as hundreds of cars were leaving a car show at Bald Hill park. Two people were injured and transported by Farmingville ambulance for treatment. SCPD were able to get traffic flowing shortly after the crash.

HICKSVILLE

Jeep Goes Well Off-Road and Into Home

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan-K2M Photography

Around noon time on June 23rd the Hicksville Fire Department was alerted to a report of car versus house at the intersection of Blueberry and Ball Park Lanes. When first responders arrived on scene they were met with a confirmed vehicle into a house. A Jeep sport utility vehicle traveling on Newbridge Road left the roadway tearing through shrubs, a wooden fence, and a shed before plowing into the rear of 231 Blueberry Lane. This Jeep had been rear ended on the roadway and veered across four lanes. Two people were inside the residence at the time of impact â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one in the living room and one upstairs. Due to the instability and uncertainty of the staircase a neighbor helped to safely evacuate the upstairs occupant via a ground ladder. One person was injured in the accident and transported to an area hospital. Bethpage sent their Technical Rescue Team via Rescue 3 to the scene to help shore up the home. During the operation one dry hand line was stretched to the front of the residence for precautionary measures. All fire department units were under the command of Hicksville Second Assistant Chief Robert Telender Jr. [9303]. http://www.k2mphotography.com/Firefighting/HicksvilleFire-Department/231-Blueberry-Lane-62314/

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KINGS PARK

Daytime Dumpster Duty

Story and Photo by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News Shortly before 1400 hours on Tuesday June 24th, the Kings Park Fire Department responded to a dumpster fire at the intersection of Lou Avenue and Cedar Road. Under the direction of Chief Dan Guilfoil [4-1-30] and Assistant Chief Tim Clark [4-1-32] the crew from Engine 4-1-3 made quick work of the smoldering fire and was back in service within 10 minutes.

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35 Years “On The Air”

Nassau Firecom Dispatcher # 20 Retires by Gerry Gagliano

In a career that has spanned 35 years as a Dispatcher, Robert Fitzgerald (AKA Firecom # 20) signed OFF the air for the final time this June. Fitz (or “Baseball” as he is known to his fellow friends and co-workers) started his dispatching career working for the Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department in 1979. A member of Lawrence-Cedarhurst, Fitz is also an Ex-Chief. In 1984, he got the call and started his Firecom career, which puts him near the top of the list of active dispatchers who have been on the air the longest in Nassau County. Fitz was hired at Firecom by Fire Marshal Joseph Boslett and Chief of operations Howie O’Brien. Of course, in over 30 years at Firecom, he has been involved in many memorable and high profile incidents. Fitz recalls one of his first memorable calls was dispatching during the Belmont Racetrack fire on January 19, 1986 in which several horses perished. He also was on duty and took the call on September 12th 1994 when a blimp headed for Republic Airport, crashed into a home in South Farmingdale. In a side of the job that many do not get to witness, Fitzgerald’s actions after taking a call for a fire at St. Christopher’s Church in Baldwin, led to the arrest of a serial arsonist. He recognized a caller who wanted information on the fire after the fact, and made his Supervisor aware that he recognized the caller as the person who called the fire in. Police and Arson Detectives were sent to the caller’s location while he kept him on the phone. The suspect later confessed to setting that fire as well as admitting to setting several other church fires all along the East Coast. Altogether, he has 9 citations and unit citations for his work at Firecom from the County. Fitz has been a part of working 2 major Hurricanes, Super Storm Sandy, 2 NorEasters, and everything from earthquakes to black-outs to blizzards. Fitzgerald also remembers working through the events of 9/11/01. Fitz also had the distinction as the senior Dispatcher, to do the initial sign-on of the new Firecom center in Westbury on December 14, 2010. Fitz also is credited for dispatching the first alarm out of the new facility. As for what he has planned after he retires, he says he has a full schedule. Fitz is an avid baseball fan and harness racing fan. He plans to do some sightseeing throughout the country with his wife, including visiting some harness tracks and Major League Baseball parks. You can probably bet that he will be a regular in Atlantic City and Las Vegas at the casinos. All of his Co-Workers will miss his humor and stories as they made each shift entertaining. Firecom wishes Fitzie a long and healthy retirement and best of luck in all his future travels. About the Author: Gerry Gagliano is a Supervisor at Nassau County Fire Communications and a member of Volunteer Hose Co. 4 of the Hicksville Fire Department where he is also an Ex-Captain and EMT. As well as Firecom, Gagliano has worked for the Hicksville Fire District as a part time dispatcher for 14 years, and was the Fire District Supervisor for the Westbury Fire District before working at Firecom.

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WESTBURY

Fitz Signs off for the Final Time

Story and photos by Kevin Madigan / K2M Photography Minutes after noon on June 23rd, 2014 Robert “Fitz” Fitzgerald [Fire Com Dispatcher #20] signed off the air for the final time via a Countywide Notification. Following a career that spanned well over three decades Fitz went on to thank all those he has worked alongside with in getting the needed resources to the people of Nassau County. Most importantly Fitz reminded all those listening to “stay safe, stay smart, and stay vigilant…always.” Once this notification concluded Robert gave a few more goodbyes inside the Nassau County Public Safety building where Nassau County Fire Communications is based. He then made his way to an awaiting bus bound for Atlantic City for a retirement party with his fellow Fire Com dispatchers. Thank you for your service and dedication Fitz and best of luck going forward.

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TERRYVILLE Fast Moving Fire

Story and Photos by Chris Sabella On Tuesday June 24, 2014 the Terryville Fire Department responded to a working structure fire at 15 Dean Street at around 10 pm. Terryvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Safety Officer was first on scene and transmitted a working fire. Upon arrival, smoke was coming from the front door and heavy flames were visible coming from a rear, lower level window. Mutual aid was requested from Selden and Port Jefferson Fire Departments. Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance Corps also responded to the scene. Crews made an aggressive interior attack thru the front door while other firefighters went to the back to try and gain entrance. The fire rolling out a first floor window caught the vinyl siding and began to make its way up the exterior of the Exposure 3-4 side threatening to move into the second floor and attic area and was quickly knocked down, Chief Olsen along with two assistant chiefs ran the fire ground and command. All occupants of the home safely escaped prior to the arrival of emergency personnel. The fire was under control within about 30 minutes. One firefighter was transported to a local hospital with an undisclosed medical condition.

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BOHEMIA

Another Six Car Wreck

Story and photos by T. J. Lambui FD Rant News/LiHotShots At approx. 11:15 am on Wednesday June 25th, the Bohemia Fire Department, Community Ambulance Co. Volunteers, and officers from SCPD's 5th Pct. responded to a six car accident at the intersection of Sunrise Highway North Service Road and Lakeland Avenue. As per F.D. officials on scene, three people were injured and required transportation to local hospitals via ambulance. Bohemia Chief M. Stankunis [3-12-31] was in charge of the scene. South bound Lakeland Avenue and westbound Sunrise Service Road traffic had to be detoured for approximately one hour until the scene was cleared.

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COMMACK School Bus vs. Car

Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News On Wednesday June 25, 2014 the Commack Fire Department was alerted for Signal 23 Heavy Rescue for a report of a school bus into a house on Bea Avenue near Paula Street. Upon arrival of Assistant Chief Andrew Babajko [2-11-31] he reported that the bus did not strike the house; rather it was an accident involving another car. When the accident occurred, the driver of the car exited the vehicle and the car rolled backward approximately 100 feet before stopping in a driveway. The school bus had several children on board as well as the driver who were evaluated by Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps members who were under the direction of Chief 2-16-30 and 2-16-31. The crew from Heavy Rescue 2-11-9 secured the vehicles and applied Speedy Dry to fluids in the roadway. Units were on scene for approximately 20 minutes.

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Riders Ejected From Motorcycle Story and Photos by Chris Sabella

Just before 10 pm on Wednesday June 25, 2014 a motorcycle and van collided on Route 25 in Selden in front of Circle C Foodmart. Both the operator and passenger were thrown from the bike into the roadway and received serious injuries. Selden firefighters secured the scene and transported both patients to UHSB for treatment.

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KINGS PARK

2nd Head On in Three Days

Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News The Kings Park Fire Department responded to their second head on collision in just under three days on Wednesday June 25, 2014 at 1615 hours. This time the accident occurred in front of 265 Pulaski Road near Avenue A. The alarm was initially transmitted as a heavy rescue but a report from a member on scene stated that were no entrapment. Upon arrival of Chief Dan Guilfoil [4-1-30] he confirmed no entrapment and advised of two patients; one in each vehicle. Assistant Chief Tim Clark also arrived on scene to direct the operation. The crews from Heavy Rescue 4-1-9 and Engine 4-1-3 secured the vehicles while members of Kings Park Fire Department EMS treated and stabilized the victims. Both patients were transported to St Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital with undisclosed injuries. http://fdrantnews.smugmug.com/Category/ Kings-Park-Fire-Department/MVA-Pulaski-Roadand-Avenue-A/i-w6LCNcN

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EAST NORTHPORT

Car vs. Tree With Overturn and Pin

Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News Additional Photos by Robert Simpson On Wednesday June 25th at approximately 1225 hours, the East Northport Fire Department was alerted for a 16/23 MVA with overturn on Laurel Hill Road near Wells Road. Upon arrival of Assistant Chief Wayne Kaifler [2-10-31], he confirmed that the driver of the auto was trapped and requested Engine 2-10-4 first due with extrication tools. The driver had struck a tree with causing the vehicle to come to rest on the passenger side. Chief of Department Joe Ervin [2-10-30] arrived on scene to assume command. The crew from 20-10-4 put the cutters to work to remove the roof while the crew of Ambulance 2-10-25 treated the victim. The patient was extricated within 10 minutes, the car was up righted and units were back in service within 30 minutes. The patient was transported to Huntington Hospital with undisclosed injuries. Suffolk PD and ESU were also on scene. http://fdrantnews.smugmug.com/Category/East-Northport-FireDepartment/MVA-Laurel-Hill-Road-and-Wells/i-ZD3JW3F

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EAST NORTHPORT

Mourns Loss of Honorary Chief Joseph York Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News The Board of Fire Commissioners, Chief’s Office, officers and members of the East Northport Fire Department regretfully announce the passing of Honorary Chief Joseph York on June 6, 2014. Joe was a 59 year member of the East Northport Fire Department having served 15 years a fire commissioner. He was also a Captain of the Fire Police Company who was active right up until his death. He served as a Deputy Fire Coordinator for Suffolk County for several years as well. He retired after 42 years of service from the Suffolk County Police Department with the rank of Detective Lieutenant. All of us here at FD Rant News send our condolences to the members of Joe’s family and also to all of the members of the East Northport Fire Department.

EAST MEADOW

Publisher’s Note: Having covered the East Northport Fire Department scenes for several years now, I had the privilege of speaking with Joe on many scenes. He was always quick to say hello and was a consummate gentleman. I will miss seeing him on the fireground. RIP sir. It was a pleasure to have known you-JD

Sprinklers Hold Basement Fire in Check Story and Photos by Paul Krussmann-LNBN

On June 25, 2014 the East Meadow Fire Department was alerted for a house fire at 2184 4th Street. When 2ndAssistant Chief John McGee [6102] arrived on scene he told East Meadow Dispatch [610] that he had heavy smoke showing and to have the first due engine to pick up a hydrant. He did a quick search of the house and found that they had a basement fire. First due ladder 617 started their way down to the basement where they were met with high heat and zero visibility. First due Engine 614 arrived and stretched a 1¾” line to the basement. The officer of 617 reported that they had an oil burner fire which was knocked by an over head sprinkler. Engine 617 used their hand line to put the rest of the fire that was not extinguished by the sprinkler. All fire was knocked down within 20minutes of the first call. Command requested the Nassau County Fire Marshal for a routine investigation.

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COMMACK

Payloader Fire Heats Up the Day

Story and Photos by Jeff DiLavore-FD Rant News Additional Photo by Assistant Chief Paul Carnevale

http://fdrantnews.smugmug.com/Category/Commack-Fire-Department/Payloader-Fire-Old-Northport/iThe Commack Fire Department received a call for a payloader on fire at the Smithtown Town Yard at 85 Old Northport on Thursday June 26th shortly before 9am. Upon arrival of Assistant Chief Paul Carnevale [2-1133], he relayed to Assistant Chief Andy Babajko [2-11-31] and also 2-11-0 that he had a well involved fire. First due Engine 2-11-4 stretched a 1Âžâ&#x20AC;? trash line and began to knock down the fire until Engine 2-11-12 and 2-11-13 arrived to feed them additional water. They also applied a foam product to the fire for maximum effectiveness in extinguishing the blaze. Due to the location in the facility the nearest hydrant was over 1500 feet away. The Smithtown Fire Marshal was on scene and all units were back in service within 45 minutes.

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FACES OF THE FIRE SERVICE The crew of Farmingdale Engine 923 after a recent fire

Kings Park Firefighter Jim “Duke” LoDuca on the scene of a recent dumpster fire

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-Members of Glen Cove FD at the scene of a working fire in Locust Valley

Uniondale Firefighter Ed Overton II talking with some younger members after a recent fire

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Deer Park Chief Larry Bradbury being sworn in by County Executive Steve Bellone at Installation Dinner.

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A member of Coram take a break at a recent commercial fire

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Jeff DiLavore is a past Chief of the Lakeview Fire Department [1999-2000], a Registered Nurse and a former E MT-CC.

He is also the owner of Nassau FD Rant and Suffolk FD Rant websites and the publisher and editor of Long Island FD Rant News. He can be reached at 631.766.3287 or via email at: FDRantNews@verizon.net

Jim McNamara (Jimmy Mac) is a 25 year member and Ex-Chief of the North Bellmore Fire Department, served as the

Department’s Training Coordinator, and is a founding member of both North Bellmore’s and the 6th Battalion Technical Rescue Team. Jimmy worked for the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office for 14 years spending the last 12 as a Specialist on the Hazardous Material Response Team. He also spent 9 years as a 2nd Deputy Chief Instructor a t the Nassau County Fire Service Academy where he taught Technical Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Haz Mat, WMD a nd numerous other classes. Chief McNamara is currently the Adjunct Instructor for Distant Learning for the N assau FD.

Phil Lichtenberger is the owner of Monitor Long Island, Inc. which owns W2LIE.net, LongIslandFirePhotos.com, a nd

manages several other sites. Phil has been a licensed Amateur Radio operator since 1994 and has been listening to scanner and short-wave for 20 years. You can contact him at w2lie@w2lie.net.

Dominic Orlando is a member of the East Rockaway Fire Department with experience in the fire service ranging from volunteer service in the states of North and South Carolina and here in New York. He has been involved in one way or another with the fire service since joining the junior fire department in 1997. He is a veteran of the US Marine Corps, spending 8 years on active duty and having completed 4 separate combat tours overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan. He still remains active as a reservist with 2nd Battalion, 25th Marines out of Garden City, N.Y. as their intelligence section chief.

Mike Capoziello is a 28 year member of Hook and Ladder Co.#2 and former Chief [2011-12] of the Elmont FD. He

serves as a Department Training Officer, Public Information Officer and Historian. He has 20 plus years experience as a houseman and dispatcher in various Nassau County departments and is currently a Supervising dispatcher with Nassau County Firecom, training officer for the Fieldcom unit-Member of the Nassau County fire service Critical Incident Stress team for the past 11 years and is a liaison for the team to the Nassau County Fire Commission.

Duane Welliver is a 25 year member and former Fire Captain of the East Farmingdale Fire Department.

He currently serves as the Technical Rescue Captain and a Training Officer for the Department. He is a N.Y.S. Certified Fire Instructor II. Also has 10 years experience as a full time Instructor with the New York City Police Department. He can be reached at 631.505.3778 or via email at: FRSTraining@aol.com.

Jeff O’Toole joined the Fire Service in 1977, belonging to four different Nassau Departments. Presently a firefight-

er/ EMT-CC in Bethpage Engine & Ladder Co. 4, and an Assistant Decon Team Leader. He is active with the Hazmat/WMD Committee of the Nassau County Fire Commission. You can contact him at nchazmat@optonline.net.

Tim Ivers has been a Police Officer for 30 years. He has been with the NCPD Emergency Service Unit since 1995.

Prior to working in the NCPD he was a Police Officer with the NYPD. He is a past member of the Levittown Fire Dept. In addition to the usual training and certifications necessary for the police department, he is a Haz-Mat Technician as well as a WMD Technician. He holds a NYS Certification in Vehicle Extrication and is trained and certified as a Hurst Extrication Tool instructor. Tim can be reached at: ESU2422@gmail.com

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A 1869-D Schimel (MS) Same as S 6675-C MARTINS Executive Law TITLE....Requires notice to be given to the fire department with jurisdiction over a residential building where construction will utilize truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction 01/09/13referred to governmental operations 12/09/13amend (t) and recommit to governmental operations 12/09/13print number 1869a 01/08/14referred to governmental operations 05/21/14amend and recommit to governmental operations 05/21/14print number 1869b 05/29/14amend and recommit to governmental operations 05/29/14print number 1869c 06/03/14reported referred to codes 06/06/14amend and recommit to codes 06/06/14print number 1869d

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S6675-C MARTINS Same as A 1869-D Schimel (MS) NOT ON FILE TITLE....Requires notice to be given to the fire department with jurisdiction over a residential building where construction will utilize truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction 02/26/14 REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 05/23/14 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 05/23/14 PRINT NUMBER 6675A 06/02/14 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 06/02/14 PRINT NUMBER 6675B 06/10/14 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 06/10/14 PRINT NUMBER 6675C

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SCHIMEL, WEISENBERG, HOOPER, JAFFEE, CURRAN, MONTESANO, COOK, ENGLEBRIGHT, MARKEY; M-S: Gottfried, Thiele Add S382-b, Exec L Requires notice to be given to the fire department with jurisdiction over a residential building where construction will utilize truss type, pre-engineered wood, or timber construction.

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STATE OF NEW YORK

________________________________________________________________________ 1869--D 2013-2014 Regular Sessions

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(Prefiled) January 9, 2013 ___________ Introduced by M. of A. SCHIMEL, WEISENBERG, HOOPER, JAFFEE, CURRAN, MONTESANO, COOK, ENGLEBRIGHT, MARKEY -- Multi-Sponsored by -- M. of A. GOTTFRIED, THIELE -- read once and referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations -- committee discharged, bill amended, ordered reprinted as amended and recommitted to said committee -- recommitted to the Committee on Governmental Operations in accordance with Assembly Rule 3, sec. 2 -- committee discharged, bill amended, ordered reprinted as amended and recommitted to said committee -- again reported from said committee with amendments, ordered reprinted as amended and recommitted to said committee -- reported and referred to the Committee on Codes -- committee discharged, bill amended, ordered reprinted as amended and recommitted to said committee AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to notice requirements and enforcement for residential buildings with truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows: Section 1. The executive law is amended by adding a new section 382-b to read as follows: ยง 382-b. Residential buildings with truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction; notice requirements. 1. a. Any person utilizing truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction for the erection of any new residential structure, for any addition to an existing residential structure, or for any rehabilitation of an existing residential structure, shall, upon application for a building permit with the local government having jurisdiction, include on the permit application that truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction is being utilized. b. The property owner or the property owner's representative shall complete a form prescribed by the council designating the structure as EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets [ ] is old law to be omitted. LBD03234-09-4

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A. 1869--D 2 truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction and file such form with the application for a building permit. c. Upon receiving the application for a building permit and a form designating the structure as truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction, the local government having jurisdiction shall notify by certified mail, facsimile, e-mail or other electronic means, the chief of the fire district, fire department or fire company having jurisdiction over the structure to be erected, added to, or modified, or his or her designee, that truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction is being utilized. d. As a condition of the final receipt of a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion, a sign or symbol designed and approved by the council shall be affixed to any electric box attached to the exterior of the structure, if one exists. e. The property owner or his or her representative shall be responsible for maintaining the sign or symbol on the electric box of the residence, as required by paragraph d of this subdivision, and shall replace the sign or symbol when any changes or modifications are made to the electric box or the sign or symbol is damaged. 2. a. The local building department or local code enforcement official having jurisdiction over the residential structure to be erected, added to, or modified, or his or her designee shall consult with the county fire coordinator, local 911 and emergency dispatchers, and the local fire protection provider or entity deemed pertinent to determine the manner sufficient to warn persons conducting fire control and other emergency operations of the existence of truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction in the structure. b. The chief of the fire district, fire department, or fire company having jurisdiction over the residential structure to be erected, added to, or modified, or his or her designee shall use the information provided under subdivision one of this section to warn persons conducting fire control and other emergency operations of the existence of truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction in the structure. c. Nothing contained in this section shall in any way affect or diminish section two hundred five-b of the general municipal law. 3. The council shall promulgate rules and regulations it deems necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this section including, but not limited to, the dimensions and color of such sign or symbol. 4. Local governments shall provide by local law or resolution for the enforcement of the provisions of this section, if necessary. Local governments may provide for joint enforcement of the provisions of this section by agreement pursuant to article five-G of the general municipal law. 5. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any city with a population of one million or more persons. ยง 2. The secretary of state, and the state fire administrator, shall to the greatest extent practical make available, and incorporate into existing uniform fire prevention and building code training, and other fire safety training, educational information highlighting truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction and safety precautions. ยง 3. This act shall take effect on the first of January next succeeding the date on which it shall have become a law; provided, however, that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rule or regulation necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date is authorized and directed to be made and completed within 180 days after the date on which this act shall have become a law.

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NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY MEMORANDUM IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION submitted in accordance with Assembly Rule III, Sec 1(f) BILL NUMBER: A1869D SPONSOR: Schimel (MS) TITLE OF BILL: An act to amend the executive law, in relation to notice requirements and enforcement for residential buildings with truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction PURPOSE OR GENERAL IDEA OF BILL: Establishes notification requirements for the use of truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction in residential structures so that the fire entity with jurisdiction over the structure is aware of the type of construction that was used and can respond accordingly in the event of a fire. SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC PROVISIONS: Section 1 amends the executive law by adding a new section ยง 382-b that establishes notification requirements for the use of truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction in residential structures. Upon applying for a building permit for the erection or rehabilitation of a residential structure where truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction is being utilized, the property owner or the property owner's representative shall indicate on the permit application and a form provided by the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council that truss type construction is being used. Upon receipt of the permit application and form, the municipality must notify the Chief of the fire district, fire department or fire company with jurisdiction over the structure, that truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction is being utilized. As a condition of the final receipt of a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion, a sticker designed and approved by the Council must be affixed to the exterior of the electric pan box. Subdivision 2 Requires the local building department or local code enforcement official having jurisdiction over the residential structure to consult with the county fire coordinator, local 911 and fire protection dispatchers and the local fire protection provider, to determine the manner sufficient to warn persons conducting fire control and other emergency operations of the existence of truss type, pre-engineered wood or timber construction in the structure. Section 2 sets the effective date. JUSTIFICATION: While truss construction is very durable, when weakened by a fire, major components of a truss foundation can collapse suddenly without warning. When responding to a fire emergency, firefighters are unable to differentiate between a building constructed of truss foundation or another type of construction. As a result, in recent years truss constructions have been the cause of many preventable deaths of firefighters. It is imperative that firefighters are notified of the use of truss type construction so they can take appropriate measures that will protect the lives of residents and ensure their own safety. With the enactment of this bill, emergency responders will be able to take proper precautions in responding to a fire in a residential structure where truss type construction was utilized. PRIOR LEGISLATIVE HISTORY: 2012: A.4857 2010: A.11362

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FISCAL IMPLICATIONS: None EFFECTIVE DATE: This act shall take affect immediately.

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