Fire news li 2 15

VOLUME XLII, NO. 6

W W W .FIRENE WS .COM

Serving Fire, Rescue & EMS Heroes Since 1973 FEBRUARY 2015

Turn to page 6 for the story.

-Fire News photo

by Brian Grogan

Fire News Welcomes Everyone to the Long Island Mega Show

Page 2, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 3

ies

In this issue...

Sea Cliff Wind-Driven Blaze Over 100 firefighters from 11 departments combat a fire in a building under renovation.

See story page 14

Quick Work at Brookhaven House Fire Units from Brookhaven, Mastic, Shirley and the SCPD join to knock down a house fire.

See story page 26

Ending - and Starting the Year in Freeport Freeport handles a well-involved fire in the waning hours of 2014, and starts 2015 off the same way.

See story page 42

Lynbrook Rescues Woman Trapped in SUV An MVA leaves a woman in a ravine, requiring Lynbrook FFs to use a variety of skills to extricate her.

See story page 84

3 Chiefs With 50 Years of Service Honored Ex-Chiefs Ronnie Magana and Norman Neill (Farmingville FD) and Dan Panzienza (Holtsville FD).

See story page 116

Springs Celebrates 50th Anniversary The Springs Fire Department installs its 2015 officers and readies to celebrate 50 years of service. .See story page 132

A Service for Long Island Firefighters and EMS Heroes Founded 1973

146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713 FRANK C. TROTTA, Publisher TIM EDWARDS, Executive Editor DENNIS WHITTAM, Editor GARY P. JOYCE, Asst. Editor MARIE TROTTA, Vice President, Production/Sales LYNN SEDLER, Art Director CLIFF CHIESA, Production Manager Advertising Sales: BARBARA CONNOLLY, EVELYN ALOISIO Graphic Artist: GREG JONES, JEB LADOUCEUR, Publisher Emeritus CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS: Tim Asbell, Bill Bennett, Chris Brenner, Kirk Candan, George Caracost, Wayne Carrington, Mike Cimino, Charles Cole, Joe Comprato, Ed Coppa, Bill D’Alessandro, Mike DesCalso, Jim Dunn, Larry Fox, Lou Gelabart, Martin Goffe, Myron Goldstein, Richard Gomez, Bryan Gosik, Carol Griffin, Brian Grogan, Steve Grogan, Daniel Gunther, Michael Gunther, Jeff Havlik, Jack Healy, Branden Heller, Michael Heller, Robert Holley, Andrew House, Linda Imbriale, Kevin Imm, John Ippolito, Joe LaPietra, Paul Llobell, Bryan Lopez, Harry Loud, Andrew McShane, Brad Maier, Paul Mazza, Terry McCarrick, Mike McCarthy, Lou Minutoli, Ron Monteleone, Jim Mooney, Ilene Morris, Michael Murphy, Charles A. Murphy, Phil Orlando, Robert O'Rourk, Francis "Sid" Parkan, Kevin Parkan, Tom Pesce, Kevin Peterson, Jackson Pokress, Myles Quinn, Christina Rahn, Leonard Rivera, Dave Rubin, Jerry Rudolph, Jim Rugen, Orlando Salcedo, Steve Schaefer, Alan Shields, Drew Silverman, Steve Silverman, Steve Smaldon, Tom Smyth Jr., Bob Sorenson, Joe Sperber, Rich Stark, Andrew Tetreault, Ed Tuffy, Joe Turner, Walker Turner, Alex VanSantvoord, Joe Virgilio, Joe Volpi, Dennis Whittam, Michael Wiwczar, John Wladyka Jr. COLUMNISTS: Bruce Johnson, John Salka, Chief Billy Goldfeder, Bradley Pinsky, Roseann Mariani COPYRIGHT 2015, THE FIRE NEWS LLC., LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

For advertising rates and information, call (631) 776-0500 Press 3 Editorial: (631) 776-0500 Ext 281 Fax number: (631) 776-1854 Internet: http://www.firenews.com e-mail: LI@firenews.com

Six Editions Serving Long Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania Proud Member Of:

PLUS: Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4 Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 4-5 EMS Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . .starts on page 72 Special Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 112-113 Industry News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 138 Business Directory . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 140-141 Classified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 144

Letters to the Editor, byline articles, and columns represent the opinions of the writers and photographers and are not necessarily the views of the Fire News. We reserve the right to edit all of the above.

We are not responsible for errors in advertisements beyond the cost of advertising space. Copy submitted is subject to editing for space requirements. The placing of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute endorsement. Contents are copyrighted. Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Fire News is published monthly by Fire News LLC, with corporate offices at 146 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713.

42 Years of Excellence As you know, Fire News is in its 42nd year of publication.

If you have any stories, photos and good memories from the past, please send them to LI@FireNews.com.

Page 4, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Terrorist Attack; What Would You Do? The 1960s was definitely a tough time for the FDNY and the NYPD. It was a time of civil unrest. Firefighters had to be prepared to handle physical attacks and sabotage while they responded to fires. Firefighters were pelted with rocks and bottles and demonstrators and criminals brought their fights inside the quarters of firehouses such as Engine 94/Ladder 48 in Hunts Point, NY. Chief Vincent Dunn (FDNY retired) wrote about the unrest years ago. “A fire truck, responding to an alarm during a street riot in upper Manhattan is fire bombed; two FDNY firefighters are badly burned. A North Caldwell, New Jersey executive opens a mailed package bomb in the kitchen of his home and is killed. On February 26, 1993 a foreign terrorist bomb explodes in the basement of the World Trade Center, killing six people …”

Then there was Oklahoma City, and, then 9/11.

Suffolk County Fire Marshal Brett Martinez wrote a terrific article titled “Is There a Role for the Fire Service During SWAT and Civil Unrest Operations?” See the link below.

It covers many ‘what if” scenarios that can or did happen to firefighters.

On the morning of January 13, 2015, a three-alarm fire broke out under Penn Station causing subway and LIRR disruptions. The investigation deemed the fire “suspicious.”

Does the possibility exist that firefighters were responding to a ‘sleeper’ cell terrorist attack?

The Islamic terrorist attacks in France revealed serious breaches and lapses in the French intelligence, surveillance and security systems, according to numerous counterterrorism experts and former government officials. Are you aware of any breaches in our security system? I’ll bet no one in this country will say we are all safe and have nothing to worry about.

In Firefighter Nation (2011), FDNY Chief Joe Pfeifer was quoted, “… the FDNY — and the fire service as a whole — have undergone dramatic changes. Terrorism has forced the fire service to become an all-hazards response industry. As a result, training has undergone a major overhaul as well, and now includes drills, education and exercises that hone disaster preparedness skills and readiness.”

As first responders, you must view all calls as a possible threat to your safety. It is imperative that you read the links below and discuss what you would do if some of the attacks of the past happened to you. You must plan and train for a worst case scenario.

Are you prepared for what your future could bring? ... Dennis Bibliography Vinnie Dunn: vincentdunn.com/dunn/ newsletters/feb/FDNYHP_10.html Brett Martinez: www.fdic.com/articles/2014/06/brett-martinez-is-there-a-role-for-thefire-service-during-swat-and-civil-unrest-operations.html.

Joe Pfeifer: www.firefighternation.com/ article/training-0/fdny-terrorism-preparedness-response-training.

THANK YOU! 93,000 for the likes!

(Let’s make it 100,000!)

FIRE SERVICE WOMEN OF NEW YORK STATE

Fire Service Women of New York State, Inc Fire Service Women of New York State, Inc. is now accepting applications for its 14th Annual Training Weekend to be held at the NYS Fire Academy from September 18-20, 2015. In addition, FSWNYS is accepting applications for the 2015 Phoenix Firecamp. Phoenix is a one week live-in camp for teenage girls held at the Utica Fire Academy from July 19th-24th. The camp offers both classroom and hands-on training. For more information about the classes being offered at the September Training Weekend or information for Phoenix Firecamp and all applications can be found at our website www.fswnys.org

FOURTH BATTALION TO HOLD BURN CENTER FUNDRAISER

The Fourth Battalion Fire District has announced that the battalion’s Tenth Annual Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation Fundraiser will be hosted by the East Rockaway Fire Department at the Commuters Club on Ocean Avenue near the LIRR station in East Rockaway on Sunday, March 22, 2015, from 1300 to 1800.

There will be a free food buffet, and many prizes and gifts will be raffled off. There will also be an outdoor cigar lounge. Music is by ‘The Switch,’ a local band, which is donating their time, and a special appearance by Nassau County Firefighters Pipes and Drums. A donation to enter is $10.

“All Nassau County firefighters should consider coming to the Commuters Club in East Rockaway on March 22 to help support the Burn Center, which is so vital to all us firefighters and the general public here in Nassau County,” said East Rockaway Chief Jim Henshaw.

“Everyone is welcome to come and support the foundation and the life-saving work done at the Burn Center by a dedicated group of doctors, nurses and other medical professionals,” said ex-Chief Fred Senti, Jr., of the Lakeview Fire Department, Chairman of the Fourth Battalion.

PENDERGAST FUND COMEDY FUNDRAISER

Laughter Save Lives presents a comedy fundraiser benefitting the Heather Pendergast Fund (www.Heathersfund.org) on Friday, March 6, 2015, at the Colonial Springs Golf Club, 1 Long Island Avenue, East Farmingdale.

The Heather Pendergast Fund’s mission to assist the children of volunteer firefighters/EMS on Long Island facing life threatening illness or injury. Doors open at 1900, show starts at 2000. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door.

The show is hosted by John Larocchia, president of Laughter Save Lives and a retired FDNY, and will feature the comedy of Jim Dalakis. A 50/50 will also be held. For tickets visit laughtersaveslives.org or contact Tom Pendergast at 516-578-8179 or Jim Kugler at 516-695-5292.

FRIENDS HELPING A FRIEND FUNDRAISER

Ex-Chief Danny ‘Piggy’ Pignataro of East Rockaway FD and AMT Nassau County Police Department has been battling colon cancer. A fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015, from 1300 to 1800 at the Franklin Square Fire Department, 841 Liberty Place, Franklin Square (behind the Post Office).

Admission is $30, which includes a T0shirt, one drink ticket, one food ticket. There will be raffles, a 50/50, a Chinese auction, music, beer, wine and soda.

For additional information contact: Matt Pignataro at 516-205-1636; Drew Conraat 516-322-8034; Anthony LoCicero at 516-779-0809; or Mike Auer at 516-250-2298. If you are unable to attend, any donations will be gratefully accepted. Information and donation contact is: letshelpdanny@gmail.com.

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 5

ANNOUNCEMENTS OPERATION WOUNDED WARRIOR

Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior is celebrating its 10th anniversary of helping our wounded warriors.

Each year the firefighters travel to the military hospitals at Bethesda (MD), Camp Lejeune (NC) and Fort Bragg (NC) to bring a merry Christmas to those receiving treatment and rehabilitation from their war wounds.

The firefighters have also been assisting our wounded warriors at Long Island's Northport Veterans hospital. Additionally, they have assisted with the building of seven new homes for Long Island wounded veterans and are will be assisting in two other new homes to be built.

The chairman of NCFF-OWW is Floral Park’s ex-Chief Joe O’Grady.

Meetings are held monthly at the Nassau County Fire Museum. T-shirts bearing the new 10th Anniversary logo are being sold to raise funds.

Departments that wish to help by purchasing shirts should contact ex-Chief Ken Fairben at 516-410-1506; NCFF-OWW.org.

FUNDRAISER FOR FIREFIGHTER CHRIS CARNEY

The Hempstead Fire Department Southside Ladder Co. #2, FDNY Tower Ladder 117 and the Town of Hempstead Lifeguards are hosting a fundraiser for Firefighter Chris Carney on Saturday, February 7, 2015, from 1500 to 1900 at Manning's, 377 Old Country Road, Carle Place.

Chris overcame a battle with cancer five years ago and returned to his job at FDNY TL-117, but the cancer has returned and he underwent major surgery.

Chris is also a dedicated volunteer with Southside Ladder Co. 2 and a lifeguard for the town of Hempstead. Please help us show our love and support to Chris and his wife Jennifer and their two young children.

Any items — gift cards, gift certificates, basket donation, monetary donations, etc. — will be used for a Chinese auction to take place at the event.

For more information or to maker a contribution, contact: Ricky Smith at 516-660-1045; Bob Noonan, 516-860-4025; Connor Geraghty, 516-3141169; or Anthony Pellegrin, 516-242-9395.

FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY EDUCATOR I COURSE FOR NAT’L CERT

The Suffolk County Fire Safety Educators will present a national certification course, given by the NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services-OFPC. The course will be presented on February 27, 28 and March 1, 6, 7 and 8, 2015. The location of the course is yet to be determined, but it will take place in Suffolk County.

Students must attend and pass all of the above listed classes in order to be considered for national certification, which will be given at the end of the course.

The course fee is $275 per student. Please make checks out to the Suffolk County Fire Safety Educators Association (fire depart-ment/organization vouchers will be accepted for this course).

For further information contact Bob Sutton at 631-484-0612, or e-mail fireprevention@centralislipfd.com.

EAST MORICHES PANCAKE BREAKFAST

On Sunday, February 8, 2015, the East Moriches Fire Department is sponsoring its 44th Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast from 0730 to 1230 at the firehouse at 9 Pine Street, East Moriches. Tickets may be purchased from any member or at the door. Prices are: Adults, $10; and children under 10, $4.

For more information contact the East Moriches Fire Department at 631-8780772.

❏ $39 ONE YEAR

❏ NEW ❏ RENEWAL

(12 issues)

plus $10.00 for out of state

❏ NEW YORK STATE ❏ LONG ISLAND ❏ NEW JERSEY

❏ $69 TWO YEARS (24 ISSUES)

plus $20.00 for out of state

❏ $89 THREE YEARS (36 ISSUES)

plus $30.00 for out of state

Outside US call for prices.

MAIL TO:

Accepted

Fire News · 146 South Country Rd. · Bellport · NY 11713 Name _________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ State____________________________Zip ___ Phone # (_____) _________________________________ E-mail __________________________________________ Credit Card No: ______-______-______-______ Exp. __________ V-Code (3 digit code from back of card) ____________

Call 631-776-0500 Ext. 1 Fax 631-286-6866

Page 6, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Obituary

Tribute to FF Joseph Sanford, Jr.

Thousands of first responders lined the blocks around Our Lady of will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. May he look down Good Counsel Church in Inwood on December 31, 2014, for the upon us and guide us from the floor above.

- Fire News photos by Bill D’Alessandro, Brian Grogan, funeral of Firefighter Joseph Sanford, Jr., who was fatally injured Joseph Rodriguez, and FirstOnScenePhotos.com while battling a house fire on December 23, 2013. Sanford was a 17year veteran of the department and a former assistant fire chief. He

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 7

NEWLY ARRIVED TWO TOOLS AT ONCE

TNT tools were used to cut down the NYC Crane Collapse

Get the Best and the Strongest Cutters Available

NOW USING TNT TOOLS SOUTHOLD - COMPLETE CHANGE TO “TNT” Rescue truck and pumpers East Moriches Fire District Rescue – All TNT on their new truck Yaphank Fire District North Bellmore Fire District Jamesport Fire District FDNY – Numerous orders switched to NEXUS “hot swap” couplings completed in field, NO OUT OF SERVICE Yaphank Fire Department FDNY SOC Command FDNY - Rescue “1” FDNY - Rescue “2” FDNY - Rescue “3” FDNY - Rescue “4” FDNY - Rescue “5” East Norwich Fire Department Syosset Fire Department Port Washington Fire Department Jamesport Fire Department Greenport Fire Department Hasting on the Hudson Fire Department Nissequogue Fire Department Hagerman Fire Department Kings Park Fire Department New York Police Department Emergency Services (ESU)

Max Cutting Force 320,000 lbs

LIFETIME WARRANTY AMERICAN MADE PRODUCTS SAVING LIVES KEEPING AMERICANS WORKING

YOU’RE RIGHT PERFORMANCE IS EVERYTHING!

TNT RESCUE SYSTEMS, INC.

Fire & Rescue Apparatus Sales, Inc. 40 Haven Avenue Port Washington, New York 11050

(516) 883-1116 Fax (516) 767-7034 jduncan@chieffire.net

Page 8, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

LODD at Woodmere Blaze

The Woodmere Fire Department responded to a working house fire on the morning of December 19, 2014. The blaze on Central Avenue injured Firefighter Joseph Sanford, Jr., a 17-year member of the Inwood Fire Department who was found in the basement of the home. Sanford, a former assistant chief, succumbed to his injuries on December 23, 2014.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com and Brian Grogan

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 9

Nesconset House Fire

Late on December 18, 2014, the Nesconset Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Lake Avenue South. Upon arrival units found flames blowing out of the 3/4 corner of the residence. Mutual aid was requested from Ronkonkoma, Lakeland, Smithtown and St. James. The fire was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

Page 10, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

3 Saved, 2 FFs Injured, 1 Fatality at N. Amityville Fire

On December 14, 2014, the North Amityville Fire Company was activated for a reported fire at the Sayonara Motel on Route 110.

Second Assistant Chief Collins reported fire in a room on the second floor on the 1-2 exposure, and called for mutual aid from Amityville for RIT and East Farmingdale for an additional ladder. Conditions quickly deteriorated and people were now reported to be trapped.

Heavy fire was now showing from the 1 and 2 side exposure and was in the cockloft and additional mutual requests were made.

Amityville sent an additional engine as did East Farmingdale.

Lindenhurst, Copiague, North Lindenhurst, Melville, Massapequa and Bethpage, Babylon, West Babylon and North Babylon responded. It took about 90 minutes to bring the fire under control with two firefighters suffering minor injuries. One person was rescued from a second floor hallway, another from a window, another from a second floor window and a male was located in a room near the fire room who succumbed.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Close Call in W. Hempstead Firefighters battled a fire in the basement of a home on Spruce Street in West Hempstead on December 26, 2014. At one point of the operation, a firefighter was briefly lost in the basement but was pulled to safety by other firefighters and quickly transported to an area hospital. County Fire Marshals were called to the scene to investigate.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com and Sharon J. Herrera

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 11

Networking: the Right Way

By Steve Austin Could a tried and true practice of learning and sharing be a thing of the past in the fire service?

If you are reading this article and a first thought is that networking has something to do with the Wi-Fi connection in your home you probably should read on.

Networking in the boomer generation is the preferred method of passing knowledge along in the fire service. Maybe this staple of past generations isn’t so much today.

The type of networking I am referring to is building personal relationships with others in the fire service that can be helpful to your career and potentially to the person you are interacting with.

I began thinking about this subject in a conversation with the late Harvey Eisner following the Baltimore Firehouse Expo last summer, only a couple months before he died. Harvey was and will always be “Firehouse.” He had a vast knowledge of the fire service, knew what kind of firefighters attended trade shows and why they came.

Tradeshow attendance in the fire industry has been tailing off for some time. The internet has a lot to do with this because it isn’t as necessary to attend shows to learn about new products.

Also (sadly) there may not be the interest in some cases as there once was to hear the various speakers.

I suggested to Harvey an additional reason might be the fact that millenniums may not understand nor appreciate how to develop networking relationships with peers and leaders. In

the past, fire trade shows were the place where people met face-to-face and often exchanged contact information and more. Part of the demise may be due to a different understanding of what networking is and what it can do for a person’s career.

Being connected electronically is not the same thing as having a level of trust with someone who you have known and interacted with for years. Alabama Football Coach Nick Saban who has won four national titles doesn’t text and has no e-mail address. In a recent article by Ben Cohen in The Wall Street Journal, Coach Saban was quoted, “If you can’t see someone face-to-face and look them in the eye the next best thing is to call somebody and have a conversation. It’s a lost art today.”

As someone who does text, Tweet and has a Facebook account along with running a couple websites, I don’t know that I would go as far as Saban. I do think, however, that an over reliance on electronic communication may be diminishing the understanding of interpersonal relationships. Building a network is done the old fashioned way: by seeking out and even waiting in line if necessary to speak with someone who has the information and the contacts needed to help you become a better member of the fire service.

That’s done at fire shows and training opportunities. Arriving home with a stack of business cards with notes scribbled on the back is the beginning of developing relationships that could last a lifetime. Using social media and texting can enhance that experience but it can never replace true networking.

I’m often asked how I know so many fire

service people. I began networking when there were no cell phones and the internet hadn’t been invented, so the only option was to get out there and shake some hands. It’s not a bad thing. The next time you are at a fire show try leaving your phone in your pocket for a while. You might be surprised who you meet.

Steve Austin is a 48-year member of the fire service. He serves as a Fire Police Officer with the Aetna Hose Hook and Ladder Company of Newark, Delaware. He is a past-President of the Delaware Volunteer Firemen's Association and the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen's Association (CVVFA). He is the National Highway Safety Advocate for the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation. He also serves as the project manager of the CVVFA Emergency Responder Safety Institute (www.Respondersafety.com) and the Responder Safety Learning Network.

PERFECT FOR FITTING WHERE OTHERS WON’T TO ACCOMPLISH WHAT OTHERS CAN’T!

INTRODUCING FERRARA’S ALL-NEW 75 FOOT MID-MOUNT PLATFORM!

THE 75 FOOT MID-MOUNT PLATFORM IS ADDED TO OUR ALREADY HUGE APPARATUS FAMILY AERIAL LADDERS

RESCUES

• • • • • • • •

• • • •

HD-57 Aerials HD-77 Aerials FD-100 Aerials SHD-100 Aerials LP-102 Aerials HD-107 Aerials HD-100 Mid-Mount Aerials HD-127 Aerials

PLATFORM LADDERS • • • • •

ALL NEW HD-75 Mid-Mount!

HD-85 Mid-Mounts HD-85 Rear-Mounts HD-100 Mid-Mounts HD-100 Rear-Mounts

PUMPERS • • • • • •

Commercial Pumpers Side Mount Pumpers Top Mount Pumpers Rear Mount Pumpers Heavy Rescue Pumpers Multi-Vocational Pumpers

Light Rescues Medium Rescues Heavy Rescues Specialty Rescues

TANKERS • • • • • •

Commercial Tankers Custom Tankers Wildland Pumpers Type I Wildlands Type II Wildlands Type III Wildlands

INDUSTRIALS • Industrial Pumpers • Industrial Rescues

LAW ENFORCEMENT • Specialty Command Vehicles

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAILERS

“Come visit us at the Long Island Mega Show Booth Numbers C4 and D5 and discuss with us any of the trucks in the Ferrara Family. We can’t wait to see you there!”

Neville Apparatus Corp 37 Denton Ave. New Hyde Park, NY 11040 877-333-4730 www.nevilleapparatus.com For more information contact our sales team: Josh Ganshaw

Matt Thorp

Suffolk County

Upstate New York

(516) 491-4513 • jganshaw@nevilleapparatus.com

(845) 500-0033 • mthorp@nevilleapparatus.com

Ryan Jappell

General Sales Contact

Suffolk County

(877) 333-4730 • sales@nevilleapparatus.com

(516) 492-2245 • rjappell@nevilleapparatus.com

Paul Gurney Nassau County & Upstate New York (516) 790-3684 • pgurney@nevilleapparatus.com

“Like Us” on Facebook

“Follow Us” on Instagram @nevilleapparatus

Page 14, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

100+ FFs Tackle Sea Cliff Blaze

On December 18, 2014, Sea Cliff firefighters responded to a house fire on Prospect Avenue, overlooking the harbor. It appeared the fire initially was started from heat guns being used by workmen renovating the building. Over 100 firefighters responded from 11 different departments to fight the blaze, which was being driven by winds coming off the water. Eventually the roof collapsed. The fire originally started in the eaves between the second floor and attic. In the course of the fire, three firefighters received minor injuries and were transported to the hospital.

Mutual aid came from Glen Cove, Glenwood, Roslyn Rescue, Roslyn Highlands, East Norwich, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Atlantic, Bayville, Locust Valley and Syosset. Port Washington and Hicksville covered at Sea Cliff.

- Fire News photos by Carol Griffin

THE LONG ISLAND FIRE SERVICE RUNS WITH MORNING PRIDE...

Over 135 Departments as well as FDNY and Other Metro New York First Responders.

Stop by and see us at the L.I. Mega Show

BOOTHS 432-531

Hi-Tech Prides itself in providing SUPERIOR SERVICE before, during and after the sale

www.HiTechFireNY.com k.mandel@HiTechFireNY.com

Page 16, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Quick Work in Wyandanch

On January 1, 2015, the Wyandanch Fire Company was activated fire was contained to the attic area and was quickly knocked down. for a roof fire at a South 31st Street home. Engine 1-10-1 stretched Mutual aid was provided to the scene by Melville for an additional a line into the house while Engine 1-10-3 supplied 1-10-1. Ladder 1- ladder and North Amityville for RIT. - Fire News photo by Paul Mazza 10-5 set up in front of the house and put its bucket to the roof. The

Deer Park House Fire

On January 1, 2015, the Deer Park Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Headline Road. Upon arrival commanding units were met with heavy smoke and visible fire from the second floor on the 2 side. Mutual aid was requested from North Babylon, West Islip and Brentwood. The fire was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez and BTFirePhoto.com

Page 18, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Christmas Tree House Fire

On December 24, 2014, the Setauket Fire Department was notified of a residential house fire on North Ridge Road off Mount Grey Road. Upon arrival of 1st Assistant Chief Thomas Makarius, he encountered heavy flames pushing through the roof of the two-story wood structure. All occupants of the home were safely out. Due to

low water pressure, firefighters had a difficult time finding a hydrant with significant pressure. Assistance was requested from at least six neighboring fire and ambulance companies. Reports indicated that a Christmas tree was the cause of the fire.

- Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault

House Fire in Malverne

The Malverne Fire Department responded to a house fire on Holly Court on December 9, 2014. The fire was in the basement of the dwelling. Torrential rain made operations a bit more difficult but units were able to bring the blaze under control within 20 minutes.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 19

Page 20, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Gas Station Fire in Brentwood

On December 22, 2014, the Brentwood Fire Department was notified of a structure fire at the BP Gas Station on Suffolk Avenue. Second Assistant Chief Michael Derbyshire arrived to heavy fire showing on the 1 side. As the department units arrived, unit 3-2-5 put its deck gun into operation. Chief Javier Valentin assumed command. There was fire throughout the structure. Three handlines were put into use, as were two aerials. Mutual aid came from Central Islip, Bay Shore, Islip, East Brentwood (standby) and Brentwood Legion Ambulance. A firefighter was transported to a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

- Fire News photos by Rich Stark and Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

2-Dog Save in Massapequa

On December 19, 2014, the Massapequa Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Cornelius Place. First to arrive was Chief of Department Keuchler, followed by Third Assistant Chief Batt who handled the attack. There was fire showing from a room on the 3-4 corner and all occupants were out safely, but two dogs were still in the house. First-due Engine 631 stretched two lines along with the crews from Engine 634 and 635. Ladder 632 took the front of the house and its crew started venting, laddering and searching the home along with members from Ladder 636. During initial searches and knocking down the fire, a member of Engine found one of the dogs and removed it from the house; the other dog had already been removed. The fire was quickly knocked down and kept to one room. The Seaford Fire Department was called to the scene for a FAST unit. The South Farmingdale and North Massapequa Fire Departments stood by.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Fire News, February 2015, Page 21

Page 24, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Floral Park Blaze

The Floral Park Fire Department transmitted a working fire on December 23, 2014. The fire was in a private dwelling on Oak Street and required two handlines to extinguish. A dead end street and heavy rain made operations more challenging.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 25

Page 26, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Brookhaven, Mastic Work House Fire

On December 20, 2014, the Brookhaven Fire Department received a call for a structure fire on Ridge Road. First on scene was 1st Assistant Chief Tom Connors who requested a pumper from Mastic. Brookhaven units 5-3-3, 5-3-4 and 53-8 arrived, as did Mastic Chief 5-12-30 Rudy Sunderman, followed by Mastic 5-12-1 with a full crew. Shirley ambulance and Suffolk County Police were also on scene. The fire was brought under control quickly with only one minor injury that was treated on scene.

- Fire News photos by Jim Rugen

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 27

Page 28, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Townhouse Fire in Plainview On November 21, 2014, the Plainview Fire Department responded to a reported fire in the Hamlet Town House complex.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Dumpster Fire in Ronkonkoma In the early morning hours of January 3, 2015, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for a dumpster fire in the rear of the DVS shopping center on Hawkins Avenue. Upon arrival units found the dumpster burning along with some crates and rubbish on the rear loading dock. The fire was extinguished with the deck gun from engine 5-2410.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 29

Page 30, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Empty House Fire in Glen Cove

The Glen Cove Fire Department was on the scene of a working house fire on January 5, 2015.

The blaze was on the upper floors of an unoccupied house on Jerry Lane. Mutual aid companies from nearby towns assisted.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 31

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 33

14 Displaced in Uniondale Blaze The Uniondale Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Smith Street on December 15, 2014.

Chief Laurent arrived to find heavy fire showing from the first floor from all exposures and extending to the second floor. Brookside Engine Company Engines 752 and 7522 and Quint 7544 arrived, stretched lines and knocked down the fire in about an hour with no reported injuries. A Nassau County Police Officer patrolling came upon the fire and entered the house and removed one person, both were treated at the scene for smoke inhalation. The Red Cross responded to find shelter for the five adults and nine children who were displaced.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

3-Injured at Brentwood Blaze On December 15, 2014, Firecom notified the Brentwood Fire Department of a basement fire in a residence on Garnet Drive. William Peterson, 3-231, was in charge. The fire was extinguished in short order. Commack responded as the FAST unit, Bay Shore stood by at Brentwood’s HQ. Brentwood Legion Ambulance was on scene and transported a total of three people, two civilians and one firefighter, to the hospital.

- Fire News photo by Rich Stark

Page 34, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Massapequa Pk. House Fire

On December 19, 2014, the South Farmingdale Fire Department responded to Blachen Street in Massapequa Park for a house fire.

Units arrived to fire through the roof on the three side with heavy smoke pushing out the front door and eaves of the number one side, and a fully involved deck fire in the rear that included a propane tank. The first incoming units stretched a line to the rear. It took

Garden City Blaze

The Garden City Park Fire Department responded to a working house fire on the evening of of December 18, 2014. The blaze on Fulton Avenue did heavy damage to the second floor of the twostory home and heavy smoke in the area brought traffic to a standstill.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

over an hour to get the fire under control with multiple lines in operation. The fire quickly spread from the 3 side into the house, roof and across into the attic. There were two minors aided, treated and released. Mutual aid came from East Farmingdale, Massapequa, North Massapequa, Plainview and Bethpage.

- Fire News photo by Joe Virgilio

FireNews.com

Blue Point House Goes On January 8, 2015, the Blue Point Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Maple Avenue. Upon arrival command was met with heavy smoke and flames from a detached garage at the rear of the home. Mutual aid was requested from Bayport and multiple lines were put in operation, and the fire was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

Fire News, February 2015, Page 35

Page 36, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Busy Time in Brentwood

Just a little over nine hours after battling a fully involved gas station fire, the Brentwood Fire Department was activated for a house fire on South 5th Avenue on December 23, 2014. Engine 3-2-5 arrived to heavy fire showing from the 1, 3 and 4 exposures on the first floor, spreading to the second. Second Assistant Chief Derbyshire arrived and took command of the operation. Ladder 32-28 set up in front of the house and its crew laddered vented and searched the house. Crews from Engines 3-2-1, 3-2-12, 3-2-14, 3-215 and 3-2-16 put multiple lines into operation to bring the fire under control in about an hour with the house heavily damaged. It was reported that there were 15 people living in the house but all escaped. Mutual aid was requested from the Bay Shore and Islip, East Brentwood and Brentwood Legion Ambulance Corps.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 37

Page 38, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Hempstead Christmas Morning Fire

The Hempstead Fire Department fought a raging house fire on Christmas morning 2014. The fire was located in a vacant private dwelling on West Graham Avenue.

Heavy fire and smoke were evident on arrival but handlines were quickly stretched and the fire was knocked down. There were several minor injuries reported at the scene.

- Fire News photos

by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

T E C H N O L O G I E S I NC .

The

Divator M KII/Scuba A Full Service Dealer for

CFS II Containment Fill Station for SCBA and SCUBA The CFS ll Containment Fill Stations are Available in One, Two and Three fill positions

Meets all Requirements of NFPA 1901 WE

ARE A UTHORIZED D ISTRIBUTORS FOR S ALES /S ERVICE AND P ARTS OF I NTERSPIRO AGA D IVE M ASKS

CALL TODAY FOR

A

Q UOTE .

Demand B etter...

Demand BAUER

Schedule Annual Flow Test NOW!

(800) 7 16-5 5 550

Page 40, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Quick Work in Bay Shore

On December 27, 2014, the Bay Shore Fire Department responded to a house fire on 5th Avenue, a short distance from their headquarters. First arriving units had a heavy smoke condition on the first floor and fire showing from exposure 3. It took about 20 minutes to bring the fire under control, and it was contained to the first floor. Islip was requested for RIT and West Islip stood by at Bay Shore headquarters.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 41

Page 42, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Fast Knockdown in St. James On January 2, 2015, the St. James Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on Fifty Acre Road South. Upon arrival, commanding units were met with a working fire on the 2/3 corner of the home. Mutual aid was requested from Nesconset, Smithtown and Centereach. The fire was quickly knocked down without further incident.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Freeport Gets Last of 2014, First of 2015

See more coverage of this fire on page 54.

With just a few hours left in 2014, the Freeport Fire Department was activated for a house fire on Lincoln Place near South Main Street. First arriving units encountered a 2-1/2 story house with heavy fire showing from the exposure 3 side on the first and second floor. The fire quickly spread into the attic and went through the roof, causing members to be pulled and an exterior attack put in place. It took over an hour to bring the fire under control with house heavily damaged. Mutual aid was provided to the scene by Baldwin, Oceanside, North Merrick and Bellmore-Merrick Ambulance. Merrick and Point Lookout-Lido were stand by. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Chief of Department Walsh was in charge of the scene and this would be the last fire in Nassau County for 2014. Freeport would go on to transmit the first working fire for 2015 on New Year’s Day at a house fire on Union Street.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Page 44, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 45

House Fire in North Bellmore

Early on January 9, 2015, the North Bellmore Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire on Queen Street. Second Assistant Chief Domiano arrived to find smoke showing and advised Chief of Department Marschall, who arrived shortly after, that there was a contents fire in one room. Chief Marschall requested the Bellmore Fire Department to the scene for a FAST unit. Engine 655

stretched two lines with one going into operation. Ladder 658 set up in front of the house and put its bucket to the roof as its crew laddered, vented and searched. The fire was quickly knocked down and contained to one room in the 1-4 corner of the house. The occupant home at the time exited the house safely prior to the fire departments arrival.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Page 46, Fire News, February 2015

Quick Work in Mastic Beach In the early morning hours of January 6, 2015, the Mastic Beach Fire Department was activated for a residential structure fire on West Parkview Drive. Upon arrival command was met with heavy smoke coming from the home. With multiple attack lines in use, the fire was quickly brought under control without incident.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

FireNews.com

Page 48, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

House Fire Rousts N. Merrick Residents

A fire in a North Merrick (North Bellmore Fire District) townhouse forced several families into the cold, rainy night on January 3, 2015. The fire broke out in a ground floor residence on Jerusalem Avenue. The home sustained major damage but there were no serious injuries reported.

- Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FireNews.com

Electrical Fire in Syosset

Early in the morning of November 28, 2014, the Syosset Fire Department responded to an electrical fire in a home on Ketchams Road. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Chimney Fire in Levittown

On November 15, 2014, the Levittown Fire Department responded to a chimney fire on Solar Lane. The fire was quickly extinguished and the home vented.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Fire News, February 2015, Page 49

Page 52, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

2 Saved at North Amityville House Fire

On January 1, 2015, the North Amityville Fire Company was alerted for a house fire on Miller Avenue, after Suffolk County Police Officers Mike Maio and Adam Quinones, saw smoke coming from the house.

Both officers entered and removed an 82-year old man and his 13-year old grandson. Second Assistant Chief Collins was first to arrive at the fully involved single-story ranch. Chief of Department Mike Benloss arrived and took command of the scene. As crews began to stretch multiple lines, the call for mutual aid went out, bringing North Lindenhurst, Copiague and Farmingdale to the scene with Engines 111-2, 1-3-9 and Squad 924. An exterior attack was put into effect until lines could be advanced into the house. This was Chief Bemloss’s last fire as Chief of Department as his term ended at midnight.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 53

Page 54, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

New Year’s Eve Fire in Freeport

On December 31, 2014, a raging fire consumed a three-story home and a strong, gusty wind made operations especially difficult. The in Freeport. Firefighters were called to the Lincoln Place home and blaze was brought under control within an hour with only minor arrived to a heavy smoke and fire condition. Freezing temperatures injuries reported. - Fire News photos by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Page 56, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

East Meadow Blaze

On one of the coldest days of the new year, East Meadow Fire Dispatch received a call reporting a house fire on Bryant Lane and alerted Engines 1, 2, 3, 4, and Ladders 1 and 2. Engine 612 found smoke pouring from the home. As 1st Assistant Chief McGee arrived on the scene to establish command, members of Engine 2 were pulling the attack lines to the front door. Minutes later, Ladder 617 and Heavy Rescue 616 arrived and forced entry through the front door, located the fire in the kitchen, and began their attack. The frigid temperatures turned water into ice within minutes creating slippery conditions for all firefighters. Within 15 minutes of arrival, all visible fire had been knocked down and additional resources from neighboring departments began to fill the street. More than 60 East Meadow volunteers responded to the blaze, with another 25 volunteers from Levittown, Wantagh, North Bellmore, North Merrick and Westbury.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm; story by John J. O’Brien. Sr.

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 57

Cold Night, Hot Fire in Westbury Just after midnight on January 8, 2015, with the temperature in single digits and wind chills below zero, the Westbury Fire Department was alerted for a house fire on Third Avenue in the New Cassel section of the district. Heavy fire was showing from the attic and roof of the two-story house on the exposure 1 side when units arrived; all occupants exited safely. Engine 967 and Ladder 963 set up in front of the house followed by Engines 965, 966 and 969 and their crews went to work putting several lines into operation, laddering, searching and venting the house. Hicksville Ladder 931 was the original FAST but was put to work with their bucket after the wires from the house fell and draped over Ladder 963, making East Meadow the new FAST. Additional mutual aid was provided to the scene by the Plainview, Carle Place, Jericho, Bethpage and East Meadow.

Standing by was the Williston Park, East Meadow and East Williston. First Assistant Chief Bartunek was in command of the scene.

- Fire News photos by Paul Mazza

Page 58, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Vacant House Fire in CI

On January 5, 2015, the Central Islip Fire Department was notified of a structure fire at a vacant home located on Storey Avenue. Shortly thereafter, it was called a working fire by 3-731, Robert McGee, with fire on the first and second floors. Two lines were stretched from Engine 3-7-1 with Engine 3-7-3 picking up the hydrant. With 3-7-30, Kevin McAteer, assuming command, the fire was knocked down in short order. Mutual aid came from Hauppauge, Islip Terrace, and Central Islip-Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance.

- Fire News photos by Rich Stark and Bryan Lopez

Page 60, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

E. Hampton Handles Large House Fire

On January 1, 2015, members of the East Hampton Fire Department were called to a reported structure fire at a large residence on Hedges Banks Drive, in the Landfall section of Northwest Woods. Arriving units found the residence almost fully involved, and immediately called for mutual aid from Springs, Amagansett, Montauk, Bridgehampton and Southampton. Fortunately, residents, who were home at the time, managed to escape the flames safely. Although the main body of fire was extinguished relatively quickly, firefighters worked for close to five hours to extinguish pockets of fire in hard-to-reach areas of the building, and eventually an excavator was called in to remove debris so that firefighters could have access to areas in the basement that were still burning.

The fire was believed to have begun in the garage area.

- Fire News photos by Michael Heller

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 61

Page 62, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Huntington Manor Battles Strip Mall Blaze The Huntington Manor Fire Department responded to an early morning fire that damaged several stores in a strip mall on West Jericho Turnpike near Cager Place in Huntington Station, on January 7, 2015.

Over 75 firefighters from Huntington Manor, assisted by Huntington, Melville, Greenlawn and Dix Hills battled the blaze with 10 pieces of apparatus.

Halesite, Cold Spring Harbor and Syosset provided standby coverage.

Units were under the command of Chief Frank McQuade with the support of Assistant Chiefs Mike DePasquale, Jon Hoffmann and Chuck Brady.

- Fire News photos by Steve Silverman and Paul Mazza

Page 64, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Not the Right Way to Thaw a Pipe Wantagh firefighters responded to a fire in the wall of a Whisper Lane house on January 11, 2015. The fire occurred when someone tried to thaw a frozen pipe behind an oil tank enclosure. The fire was confined to the area.

- Fire News photo by Harry Loud

Mattress Fire in Selden On January 17, 2015, the Selden Fire Department was called to a reported bedroom fire on Lefferts Place in Coram. Although police on scene had knocked down an apparent mattress fire, the fire soon flared back up and did some damage to the bedroom. Damage was contained to just that room.

- Fire News photo by AJ Ryan

Page 66, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Chimney Fire in Coram

Recently, the Coram Fire Department was called to Goodwin Lane after a report of a chimney fire that was spreading through the home. Upon arrival, units had active fire showing from the rear of the house and in the attic. Wood placed above the ceilings of the home hindered firefighter’s efforts to access the seat of the fire which spread the length of the attic and showed itself on the opposite side of the roof. Multiple area mutual aid departments were called in and the fire was brought under control in about an hour.

- Fire News photos by AJ Ryan and Jim Dunn

Page 68, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Setauket House Fire

On December 20, 2014, Setauket firefighers were called to a house fire on Gallo Court. No one was home at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported but the house was severely damaged by a fire that appears to have started in the garage. Mutual aid from three surrounding departments assisted.

- Fire News photos by AJ Ryan

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 69

Page 70, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Hooks, Hose & Heavy Rescue Shiny New Rides New heavy rescues have recently been delivered to several Long Island departments including Port Jefferson with a Spartan/Marion walk-around to replace their existing 1971/1994 Ford Cargo Star/Young/Micro Fire Apparatus walk-in rescue. It is currently being outfitted with custom artwork.

Soon to enter service in Selden is a Spartan/ERV tandem axle walk-around measuring 41-feet, seven-inches long making it one of the largest rescues on Long Island.

Middle Island has placed in service a Pierce Impel walk-around with several “unique” features including a rooftop access stairwell located behind the crew cab on the officer’s side to provide a reduced profile particularly when operating in apartment complexes. In addition, its two forward compartments feature a combination of roll-up doors with hinged fold down doors (rated to 500 pounds) to provide upper level shelf access.

Continuing to expand their fleet of apparatus with the Chicago style color scheme, Bohemia currently has a Pierce Velocity midmount elevating platform on order.

one over 60 years old) that remain in active front line service. While photographing the Great River FD, I learned that their front line stumpjumper was constructed in-house in the 1980s on a 1953 AM General 2.5-ton chassis.

Following a little research, it appears that this rig, at 62-years old, holds the title of the oldest active in-service front line fire apparatus operating on Long Island!

As mentioned previously, there are several departments that operate front line apparatus that are considerably older (some as many as 50-plus years). These workhorses include Greenlawn with a 1962 International/ Approved Fire Equipment (made here on LI) 250/300 that still responds first due to brush Oldies But Goodies fires! Southold operates a rescue on a 1964 Continuing the theme of my earlier article, I International chassis (backing up their newer will be focusing on older apparatus (including 1990s vintage International), while

Bridgehampton actively runs a 1969 Mack R 1000/1000 pumper that was rehabbed by Emergency One in 1987.

Some other notable old timers that have been retired but still remain available for use in a pinch include Cutchogue with their classic 1952 Ford/FMCJohn Bean high-pressure pumper, Huntington with a 1964 American LaFrance 900 series hose wagon and Baldwin with their open cab 1951 Ahrens Fox piston pumper (the only AF rig built in 1951, incidentally) that still pumps like a champ.

As I've said before, these older workhorses prove their worth on a regular basis by still putting “the wet stuff on the red stuff!”

Tom Rinelli is the webmaster/photographer for unyquefiretrucks.com, a popular website showcasing unique apparatus from across the Northeast (and beyond). He is a 29 year veteran volunteer of the Long Island Fire & EMS brotherhood. In addition, Tom is also known to many in the fire service through his “real job’”as a fire equipment distributor (Fire Rescue Outfitters) where he now serves as the Long Island rep for Smeal Fire Apparatus. He can be reached for comments, updates and invitations to photograph apparatus at firescueguy@me.com.

Page 72, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

3 Injured in Car-Train MVA in Wyandanch On January 7, 2015, the Wyandanch Fire Company was activated for a train-versus-car with entrapment at Straight Path Road and Long Island Avenue. Engines 1-10-1, 1-10-3 and Heavy Rescues 1-10-7 and 1-10-8 responded. The crews put multiple tools into operation from both heavy rescues along with two Suffolk County Police Emergency Service trucks and an MTA Emergency Service truck. They removed two doors, the roof and the back of the drivers seat to extricate the driver of the livery cab that was struck. The WyandanchWheatley Heights Ambulance Corps was on scene and transported the driver to Good Samaritan Hospital and the train engineer, who suffered minor injuries, to Southside Hospital. The most seriously injured person was the female passenger in the cab and she was taken by Suffolk County Police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Talk About Unlucky!

On January 6, 2015, Plainview firefighters were transporting a victim of a fall when their ambulance fell into a sinkhole on Skyline Drive in Plainview. The patient was transferred to another ambulance without incident and taken to a local hospital.

No other injuries were reported.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

Cold Cat Rescued in Mastic On January 7, 2015, the Mastic Fire Department was activated for an animal rescue at a residence on Forest Street. The resident’s cat climbed a tree during the morning hours of the previous day and had already spent over 24 hours exposed to the frigid temperatures.

An earlier rescue attempt by a local animal rescue group frightened the cat causing it to climb higher.

Aerial Tower unit 5-12-14 responded under the direction of Chief of Department Rudy Sunderman, Jr., safely removed the cat and returned it to the appreciative owner.

- Fire News photo by Steve Januszkiewicz

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 73

EMS ACROSS THE ISLAND

Commack Handles Head-on Heavy Rescue

The Commack Fire Department and Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps responded to a head-on collision on Jericho Turnpike near Valmont Avenue, on December 13, 2014. Commack crews used hydraulic tools to remove the roof, door and displace the dashboard on one of the vehicles. Two people suffered injuries and were trans-

ported to Southside Hospital and Stony Brook University Hospital.

About 30 firefighters and EMS personnel were on the scene with two engines, a heavy rescue truck and two ambulances, under the command of Commack Chief Andy Babajko.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

SEE US AT THE LONG THE NEXT EVOLUTION IN STABILIZATION

VISIT US AT THE

MEGA SHOW

BOOTHS H2 & J2 AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SHOW SPECIAL

TNT HYDRAULIC RESCUE SYSTEMS As used by NYPD, FDNY and many Long Island Departments Master Distributors for: Action Coupling & Equipment, Inc, Alco-Lite, Ajax Tool Works, Akron Brass, Ansul (Foam), Inc., Avon/Deltair/SCBA System, V.H. Blackinton, Boston Leather, Cairns Helmets, Duo-Safety Ladder Corp, DQE, Federal Signal, Ferno, Fire Hooks Unlimited, Fire Research Corp, Flir Systems, Garrity, Hannay Reels, Harrington Industries, Harrison Generators, Honeywell, Hypres Air Compressors, Key Fire Hose, Kochek Co, Kussmaul Electronics, Lion Gloves, Paratech, Performance Advantage Co. (PAC), Red Head Brass, We Cut the Glass LLC ( Rhyno), Streamlight, Super Vac, Task Force Tips, Thorogood, True North/Dragon Wear, Worthington Industries, Ziamatic. “Inquire about other representation”

ISLAND MEGA SHOW

Fire & Safety Equipment Distributor, Inc. 40 Haven Avenue • Port Washington, New York 11050

(516) 883-1116 Fax (516) 767-7034 • jduncan@chieffire.net

Page 76, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Extrication in Wantagh MVA Wantagh firefighters responded to a twocar MVA at the intersection of Jerusalem Avenue and Fortune Court in Wantagh on January 12, 2015. The accident trapped a pregnant woman, who was safely removed and transported to NUMC by Police Department ambulance.

- Fire News photo by Harry Loud

MVA on the SSP in W. Hempstead On December 17, 2014, police and fire crews were on the scene in West Hempstead after a car exiting the Southern State parkway at exit 18 jumped the Jersey barrier and landed atop the divider. No one was injured.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 77

Morning Pride Certified Repair Center Lions Certified MOBILE TURNOUT GEAR REPAIR SERVICE On-Site Service Available • • • • • •

Repair all brands of equipment Minor and Major Repairs Restriping Radio Pockets Name Plates Call For Helmets

More Details

Turnout Gear Cleaning Repair of Department and Personal Equipment Thorogood

Stocking Distributor Sho-Me Products, Over a HundredBearcat/Uniden Scanners in Stock

By Weinbrennere

Uniden Bearcats ScotchliteTM

Installation of Harness Loop to Bunker Gear at Your Fire Department Stocking Distributor of Gemtor Harness

Fire in the Wire, Inc. Div Of Firefighters Equipment of N.Y., Inc

(516) 564-1069 Fax (516) 564-4687

400 Hempstead Turnpike West Hempstead, New York 11552

www.FFENY.com

Page 78, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Babylon Town HazMat Team Hosts Ebola Training On November 16 and 17, 2014, the Babylon Town Hazmat team conducted Ebola training at the East Farmingdale firehouse. The training was open to all of the town’s departments. Members learned about the Suffolk County Response Procedures, how to put on the protective gear and stay safe in the event of a call. Special thanks to the East Farmingdale Fire Department for hosting this most important training.

- Fire News photos by Brad Maier

Page 80, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Arson Car Fire On December 13, 2014, the Deer Park Fire Department responded to a car fire. Upon arriving the car fire was thought to be an arson with the windows smashed and several bricks found inside.

- Fire News photo by BTFirePhoto.Com

Women, Child Injured in Wantagh MVA Wantagh firefighters and Nassau ESU Police teamed up to free a woman from a car which went off the eastbound Southern State Parkway and struck a tree. The accident seriously injured the woman who was pinned under the dash. She was travelling with a four-year old child who was in a car seat. He sustained minor injuries.

- Fire News photo by Harry Loud

3 Injured in Smithtown MVA The Suffolk County Police Department and the Smithtown Fire Department responded to an accident on Meadow Road near Springbriar Lane in Smithtown on December 11, 2014. A vehicle broadsided another leaving three people seriously injured.

The driver of one vehicle was airlifted by Suffolk Police helicopter while two other people were transported in Smithtown Fire Department ambulances, all to Stony Brook Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Joseph C. Sperber

Multiple Injured in RVC 2-Car MVA Late on December 12, 2014, the Rockville Centre Fire Department was alerted for a two-car MVA with overturn and entrapment on Sunrise Highway near the Merrick Road merge. One vehicle overturned trapping one person. The crew from Heavy Rescue 446 put spreaders and cutters into operation and removed three doors. There were multiple injured and all were transported to hospitals by Rockville Centre, Nassau County Police and North Shore LIJ ambulances.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Winter is Here There are so many things that change when running our fleets over the winter months. Coolant leaks are the most common for those of us that run rigs from heated bay floors out to freezing temps.

Another thing overlooked is water that builds in air tanks. The air brake charging system relies on air pressure to work properly by supplying compressed air to the braking system as well as other air accessories for the vehicle. These systems consists of an air compressor, governor, discharge line, dryer and service reservoir. Long idle time in cold weather will sometime cause our compressor to cycle when systems bleed down. Warm air pressure being forced into cold steel tanks will condensate and moisture will start to build.

Over a period of time the vehicles dryer can no longer handle removing the water and the system becomes saturated. Accessories like air ride systems are affected with lines freezing when water is not remove. Apparatus like Ambulances that drop rear suspensions when loading patients will not air back up. So how can we help avoid some of these situations?

All manufactures install pull cords to bleed water from our vehicles, but most of us walk past them every day andhave no idea what they do. Some install auto drains that will bleed the air automatically. But if not, the water has to be removed manually.

Let's start by identifying where your bleeders are. Then run the rig at high idle and have your air pressure build to 120 psi. Starting on the driver's side, pull on the cables from front to back to allow air pressure to rebuild and repeat these steps on the passenger side until no water is visible coming from the tanks.

We all take the time to safe guard our fire pumps and plumbing in the colder weather so this is one more step in keeping your rigs reliable safe and in service.

Stay Safe.

Danny

Fire News, February 2015, Page 81

Daniel Peluso is a 28-year veteran in the volunteer fire service. He is the Vice President of the Long Island Emergency Vehicle Technicians organization. Dan has worked in the automotive field for 30 years and is ASE and EVT certified.

He has worked on fire apparatus for the last 10 years and has written multiple articles for many trade magazines throughout the fire service and the automotive industry.

Page 82, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

LIE MVA in Ronkonkoma On December 6, 2014, the Ronkonkoma Fire Department responded to an MVA with overturn on the westbound side of the Long Island Expressway between exits 61 and 62. Upon arrival 5-24-33 found one driver who was self extricated but transported to Stony Brook Hospital by a Ronkonkoma ambulance for his injuries.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Franklin Sq. Responds to Hit-and-Run A head-on collision on December 24, 2014, on Terrace Avenue near Brixton Road South in Garden City South sent two people to local hospitals, one with a fractured leg. The crash occurred on slippery pavement and one driver fled the scene.

Franklin Square firefighters and EMS personnel were on the scene to assist the injured.

- Fire News photo by FirstOnScenePhotos.com

BEST BANQUET PARTY GIFT 99

$

Helmet Trophy - Personalized / Engraving

Any Color Helmet Price $99.00 Awards Express Ltd. - 718-967-1671 www.1075awards.com Email: FireCast@aol.com

Long Island Mega Show Booth 313

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 83

Firehouse Kitchen With Firehouse Kitchen Host Ray Cooney

We got FDNY in the house today!

Firefighter Chris Landano and Firefighter Jesus Marcano from Engine 326 in Queens, made it a point to include the name of the truck in their house, Ladder 160.

When you read the name ‘Ladder 160,’ you pronounce it ‘one-sixty.’

Firefighter Marcano was quick to correct me and say, “No, it’s Ladder One, Six, Zero.” This is running joke between the engine and the ladder companies in this house (as any firefighter can attest, this goes on in their firehouses as well).

These firemen were a blast to cook with. It began with calling the meal, ‘Irish Enchiladas,’ in celebration of my heritage, to Firefighter Marcano calling FF Landano by his nickname in the firehouse — Lan-do-nothing. Jokingly, FF Marcano was in awe of all the work Fighterfighter Landano was doing on the show because it was the first time he’d ever really seen him work!

On to the meal. The table looked like a Christmas tree with all the different colors of food. These Irish Enchiladas were accompanied by beans and rice and homemade guacamole. Jesus was the head chef on this meal. He was sure to remind us all that the recipe belonged to his mother-in-law and doing what any good son-in-law would do, he made sure to give her a shout out!

Chris made a comment that Jesus was being a kiss-up. I informed Jesus that I understood his devotion to his mother-in-law. Heck, I had my fatherin-law on three shows! Well, I can’t say that I had to have him on the show. The show received so many compliments on him, that I was afraid I would loose viewers if I didn’t have him back on!

My fire fact on this show was based on something that FF Landano invented.

It is called the Trak Belt 360. This belt allows the firefighter to move the pockets, on the work belt, 360 degrees around your waist.

This is helpful for EMS and firefighters because it allows their tools to be readily available. Being able to slide the pockets around makes climbing ladders safer and is handy in a ‘reduced profile’ situation. You can visit the website for this device at trakbelt360.com.

I enjoyed cooking with these Queens firemen and shared many laughs. These two guys reminded me what I missed most about cooking at the firehouse — the camaraderie and sense of family you feel is unexplainable. I had a pinch of sadness when the day was over.

To find out more about Firehouse Kitchen or how to become a sponsor or guest, visit firehousekitchenshow.com or call 631-514-5859.

IRISH CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Chicken breast Onions Green and red peppers Tomatoes Jalapenos Cheddar cheese Sour cream 1 can crushed tomatoes 1/4 cup of half-and-half cream 1 cup chicken broth Flat, soft tortillas

Using a baking tin, fill with a half-inch of water.

Lay chicken breast in tin and bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. Combine crushed tomatoes, half-and-half and chicken broth is a saucepan.

Bring to a boil and let simmer for 30 minutes.

Chop onions, peppers, tomatoes and jalapenos.

When the chicken is ready, pull part with a fork.

Lay pieces of chicken on top of the tortilla shells.

Add beans, rice and all chopped ingredients. Roll the tortilla closed. Layer with sauce and cheddar cheese. Place in baking tin and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Sour cream and guacamole can be added to your taste after the tortillas are done baking.

Enjoy!

Page 84, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Lynbrook Firefighters Rescue Trapped Passenger

On January 4, 2015, Lynbrook firefighters rescued a passenger trapped in her SUV after it ran off Peninsula Boulevard and landed in a ravine which runs along Peninsula just south of Sunrise Highway. Assistant Chief Carl Lengel, along with members from the Emergency Medical Company, Tally-Ho Engine 3, and Truck Company arrived on the scene and used ladders to get down to the

bottom of the ravine where the passenger was placed on a stretcher and pulled up the embankment. She was transported to the hospital in stable condition. The driver was able to climb from the vehicle before the police and firefighters arrived on the scene.

- Fire News photos by Steve Grogan

Rollover in Farmingdale On December 19. 2014, the South Farmingdale F.D. responded to an MVA with overturn with entrapment on Motor Avenue in Farmingdale, with entrapment.

- Fire News photo by Joe Virgilio

3 Injured in Setauket MVA On November 28, 2014, the Setauket Fire Department responded to an MVA with overturn and victims trapped at the intersection of 347 and Nichols Road. Hydraulic tools were put to use to remove the roof. Three people where transported to Stony Brook Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 85

Page 86, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Yay! Happy New Year In the early morning hours of January 1, 2015, the Selden Fire Department was activated for a vehicle fire on Mooney Pond Road just east of County Road 83. Upon arrival units were met with a working vehicle fire on the right shoulder of the road. The fire was quickly knocked down.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Car Fire in E. Farmingdale The East Farmingdale Fire Company was alerted for a car fire on Booker Boulevard on January 11, 2015. Assistant Chiefs Joseph and Iuzzini arrived to find a car fully involved in the road. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road after noticing a problem and exited the vehicle before it was engulfed. Engines 1-5-1, 1-5-2 and Ambulance 1-58 responded and extinguished the fire in about 15 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Garbage Truck Fire in Wantagh In the early morning hours of January 8, 2015, Wantagh Stations 1 and 3 were alerted for a garbage truck fire on Sunrise Highway near Seaford Avenue. First Assistant Chief Bloomfield and Third Assistant Chief Kelly arrived to find that the driver of the truck who noticed the hopper of the truck smoking, was able to empty the hopper onto Sunrise Highway.

Chief of Department Jackowitz arrived and had Stations 4 and 5 also alerted as the large pile of garbage was burning in the roadway. Engine 698 was first due followed by 693, 695, 697, Heavy Rescue 6914 and Ambulance 6917. The crews put two lines and a deck gun into operation to extinguish the fire.

Sunrise Highway was closed until the garbage could be removed and the road sanded due to an icing condition.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

Suspicious Car Fire in Farmingville In the early morning hours of January 1, 2015, the Farmingville Fire Department was activated for a reported vehicle fire in the shopping center across from their sub-station on Portion Road. The fire was extinguished prior to arrival, but a fire marshal and SCPD arson were requested due to the suspicious nature of the alarm.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 87

Page 88, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

3 Injured in Hicksville MVA On January 12, 2014, the Hicksville Fire Department responded to a report of an MVA with multiple aided at the intersection of Jerusalem Avenue and West Old Country Road. Three people were transported by HFD Ambulances.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Overturn in Setauket Recently, the Setauket Fire Department responded to an overturn MVA with entrapment. The driver lost control, sending the vehicle off the road, into a tree and then overturning. The driver was trapped but was able to free himself with the help of EMS personnel and was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Car into School Bus in Mastic On January 14, 2015, the Mastic Fire Department received a call for a motor vehicle accident on William Floyd Parkway northbound and Northern Boulevard involving a school bus and a car. The school bus had about 40 children on board and two adults were in the car. Mastic Ambulance arrived on scene and Chief Sunderman requested ambulances from Shirley and Mastic Beach. Only one child had minor injuries. The two adults in the car were both transported to Brookhaven Hospital.

- Fire News photo by Jim Rugen

Not Your Usual Test Drive The West Babylon Fire Department responded to the eastbound lanes of Sunrise Highway in front of Babylon Bowl on December 17, 2014, for a reported vehicle fire. A West Babylon ex-chief was on scene and confirmed that there was a mini school bus fully involved on the shoulder of the road. The driver, a mechanic, was taking the bus for a test drive escaped uninjured. Engines 1-9-1 and 1-9-2 responded and used two lines and tank water to extinguish the fire. Chief of Department McArdle was in charge of the scene.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 89

Page 90, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

True Christmas Spirit in Lindenhurst Members of the Lindenhurst Fire Department, Chemical and Salvage Co. 2, made this Christmas a memorable one for one special boy. Philip Librizzi of Lindenhurst has a very rare disease and was unable to take pictures with Santa. Some members of the Chemical and Salvage CO. 2, along with two chiefs of the Lindenhurst Fire Department paid a wonderful visit to the boy. They arrived on the fire trucks with Santa on the back.

- Fire News photo by Marialaina Brody

3 Injured in Terryville MVA

Recently, Suffolk County Police and Terryville Fire Department were notified of a three-vehicle accident in the westbound lanes of Route 347 at Sylvan Lane with entrapment. Hydraulic tools were needed for the extrication. Ambulances were provided by Port Jefferson Volunteer Ambulance. Firefighters cut two people from a sedan and transported them to Stony Brook University Medical Center with what was described as serious injuries to one victim. A third victim was transported to John T. Mather Memorial Hospital in unknown condition.

- Fire News photo by Andrew Tetreault

Nesconset MVA

Recently, the Nesconset Fire Department was activated for a motor vehicle accident. Under the command of Chief 31 James C. Keane, fire personnel secured both vehicles and applied drying agents to the fluid spills. One patient was transported to the hospital for evaluation and treatment. - Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Page 92, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Radiological Training Recently the Suffolk County Fire Marshal’s office organized a pilot program geared towards firefighter's and emergency medical personnel in regards to a WMD/radiological response. The Nesconset and St. James Fire Departments were included in the training which was fully funded by Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services and the federal government.

The program consisted of a six-hour Radiological/Nuclear awareness class and a three hour Personal Protective Equipment class. Both of these classes were given at the St. James Fire Department.

The final part of the program was a four-day course held in Mercury, Nevada, at the Nevada Test Site. Here the participants were given hands-on experience in dealing with radiological isotopes while learning the basic operation of radiation detectors and dosimeters. The course culminated with an evaluation exercise requiring participants operating under the Incident Command System to respond to a terrorist attack that involved a dispersed radiological material at a target facility.

For more information on this program, please contact Suffolk County Fire Marshal Kevin Peterson at 631-852-4858.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Peterson

Northport Ice Rescue Drills On January 11, 2015, the Northport Volunteer Fire Department Marine Rescue Division under the leadership of Chief Joseph Pansini 2-9-30 and Marine Rescue Coordinator Todd Thonger conducted an ice rescue drill in Northport Harbor off Scudder Beach. Due to the cold weather there was a significant amount of thin ice floating in the harbor. Wearing the appropriate protective equipment, several firefighters went into the water to simulate victims who fell through the ice. Wearing cold-weather protective flotation suits and using a special ice rescue sled, rescuers went out onto the ice to make the rescues. On shore, firefighters manned ropes that were tethered to the rescuers to pull them and the victims to safety. Ambulance 2-9-15 was standing by to provide emergency medical care.

- Fire News photos by John Mancino

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 93

Page 94, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Learning from an LODD: Risk Management Recently one of our brothers made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting a fire in Inwood.

All of us would like to know exactly what the circumstances were that contributed to his death. Why do we want this information? In order to learn from it and use that information to prevent or mitigate future incidents. Questions such as: was there accountability, was a safety officer on scene, was the 2-in2-out rule in force, were medicals upto-date, etc.? As in all Line Of Duty Deaths (LODD) there is an autopsy and eventual a report from the National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH). When that report is written, which could take months, I will provide the link when it becomes available.

In the meantime, Safety Officers must continue to work hard mitigating injuries and LODDs. One way of achieving this is to have a risk management program. Many of us have heard of risk management as it is used in the financial area and insurance. However many fire departments and EMS companies are currently using risk management programs to mitigate injuries and deaths.

Where do you start with a risk management program? A department should start by having a Health and Safety Officer (HSO). If no one steps up, one should be hired. The National

Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1500, 1561, and 1521 spells out the duties of the HSO. The HSO works well with the Incident Safety Officer (ISO) and in many smaller departments

One way to mitigate LODDs “is to have a risk management program” in force. can be the same person. Usually the ISO would be on scene whereas the HSO is a person or persons assigned and authorized by the chief as the manager of the department’s safety and health program.

According to Dodson, (2007), determining the appropriateness of risk taking is perhaps the most difficult decision that the ISO has to make at an incident scene. NFPA 1521 states, “That the ISO shall monitor conditions to determine if they fall within the departments risk management criteria.” How does the ISO monitor conditions? One of the 16 United States Fire Administration (2004) firefighter initiatives states, “Focus greater attention on

the integration of risk management with incident managements at all levels, including strategic, tactical, and planning responsibilities.”

Risk management procedures are becoming very common, however many emergency service departments have no idea about it. James S. Angle (2005) says, “Understanding risk management and implementation of a risk management plan are the building blocks of the occupational safety and health program.”

Many courses are offered in the National Fire Academy and I'm hoping state and local academies start offering courses as well. Risk management could be a very difficult and complex topic.

There are numerous books, papers and articles published regarding risk management.

According to Kipp and Loflin, Emergency Incident Risk Management, (1996), “… to many, attempting to manage risks may be similar to trying to stretch a rope around a fog bank: nebulous at best, impossible at worst.

That may be the reality in many situations.

However, with the basics in hand, sound decisions will be easier to make.”

Ex-Chief Jeffrey Bailes President Brookhaven Town Safety Officers Association, Inc. www.btsoa.org

Deer Park MVA

On December 26, 2014, the Deer Park Fire Dept responded to an MVA with overturn on Deer Park Avenue just north of Prairie Drive. A vehicle traveling northbound on Deer Park Avenue lost control, crashed through the brush and trees, crossing over the center divider and flipped snapping off a fire hydrant. The driver was able to get out of his vehicle but needed medical assistance and was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital. Suffolk County Police Emergency Service Unit assisted by flipping the vehicle upright.

- Fire News photo by BTFirePhoto.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 95

Three Suffolk Commissioners Elected to Statewide Posts Three well known fire commissioners have reached the top ranks of statewide organizations representing thousands of firefighters, chiefs and fire district officials.

Robert McConville of Selden, Don Corkery of Sayville and Anthony Gallino of Rocky Point said in separate interviews they plan to use their positions to focus on initiatives that will help improve safety on the job for thousands of firefighters — and for the homeowners they protect. They also are working on plans to recruit and retain volunteers. All were elected to their new posts this year. The three men said updated laws and equipment are needed to keep pace with increasing risks faced by firefighters.

Anthony Galino who is the first vice president of the Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York, said leaders of the three groups regularly discuss issues of mutual concern and support one another’s legislative agendas. 'I think it makes for better service for the people of New York State,” said Gallino, who also is deputy highway superintendent for the Town of Brookhaven. “It’s really simple in the end. We’re working for the same thing, to save life and property.”

Mangano Commended by NCFFs Operation Wounded Warriors Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano (second left) was honored to be presented with a 10th Anniversary Jacket from Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warriors (NCFF-OWW) members Michael J. Kushner of the Stewart Manor Fire Department, Bill Graham of the Garden City Fire Department, and Steve Grogan of the Lynbrook Fire Department, for his continued support of Operation Wounded Warrior. In addition to collecting items and visiting our wounded service personnel, NCFF-OWW organizes, on behalf of the Nassau County fire service, welcomes home local Soldiers and Marines who have recovered from serious injuries. For more information on the organization, please visit www.ncff-oww.org.

Page 96, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Melville FD’s Children’s Christmas

On December 14, 2014, the Melville Fire Department hosted their annual Christmas party for the children of the members. There was music, face painting, games, prizes, a magician, and, of course, a pumper pulling up on the ramp with Santa Claus.

- Fire News photos by Tom Pesce

Page 98, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Community Ambulance, Bohemia FD Ring in The Holiday Season On December 12, 2014, the members of Community Ambulance Company and the Bohemia Fire Department helped spread the joy of the holiday season to children at Brookhaven Memorial Hospital following a multiple-vehicle accident in Bohemia.

Thirteen children from a Commack Youth Group were traveling to Sayville High School for a holiday party. While en route, the van was involved in a multiple-vehicle accident on Lakeland Avenue.

Community Ambulance received the alarm and responded with four ambulances and multiple first responders. After realizing the number of potential patients, a bus was also requested from Bohemia Fire Department.

Fortunately, there were no serious injuries, however, it was determined that the entire van of children needed to be seen at the hospital.

Seventeen patients were transported from the accident to local hospitals.

Since the children were going to the hospital, they were unable to make it to their scheduled dinner at the Sayville High School, which was an event they had been looking forward to for quite some time. It is at this time that the members of Community Ambulance, as well as Bohemia Fire Department, went above and beyond the call of duty to truly demonstrate the motto of “neighbors helping neighbors.� The chiefs of both departments reached out to Sayville High School and made arrangements to pick up the presents intended for the chil-

dren and bring them to the hospital. In addi- accident and a missed party turned into a fun tion, Santa Claus decided he wanted to hand celebration they will not soon forget.

- Fire News photos deliver the presents to the children. What courtesy of Community Ambulance would have been a terrible memory of a car

FireNews.com

East Meadow Donates Toys to NUMC Pediatric Unit

As they have during each holiday season for the last four decades, East Meadow Fire Department volunteers took time out from their duties to don a different kind of superhero suit. Jolly old Santa himself and his elves delivered toys to each child in NUMC Pediatrics and spread a little holiday cheer. The volunteer firefighters brought at least one toy per child, hoping to brighten the day for children suffering from various illnesses. The volunteer firefighters were joined by Linda Walsh, director of therapeutic recreation.

- Fire News photo courtesy of NUMC

Santa Visits Assisted Living Complex in Melville

On December 19, 2014, the Melville Fire Department, including Santa and his helpers, paid a surprised visit to the residents of the Assisted Living Complex on Pinelawn Road.

- Fire News photo by Tom Pesce

Fire News, February 2015, Page 99

Page 100, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Chanukah in Hempstead

On the evening of December 16, 2014, members from the West Hempstead and Lakeview fire departments joined for their annual Chanukah Ride, to kick off the first night of Chanukah. Several stops were made with the kids coming on the fire trucks for a look , and fire helmets were given out to end the night. Everyone ended up

at Halls Pond on Hempstead Avenue for the lighting of the first candle of the menorah. The rain stopped just long enough for the festivities and for refreshments to be served and a good time was had by all.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

Page 102, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Santa in Northport

In keeping with their Christmas tradition, Santa and Mrs. Claus Christmas cheer to hundreds of kids. Accompanied my many charmade the rounds through Northport recently. The elves started dec- acters, including the Grinch, a fun day was had by all.

- Fire News photos by John Mancino orating the trucks at 0900 and by 1130 the parade was ready to go.

Santa’s sled made 36 stops throughout Northport bringing

Page 104, Fire News, February 2015

Santa in E. Farmingdale

East Farmingdale Fire Department Station 2, members pulled out the Santa Fire Truck, a 1951 Mack, and took to the streets of West Babylon and East Farmingdale walking and handing out candy canes and wishing holiday joy to all the residents.

- Fire News photos by Eddie Coppa

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 105

Page 106, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

A Gift from a Surprise Santa For the second year, Smithtown Fire Department Rescue Company 9 escorted Santa to an event held at the home of a family recipient of Share the Voice. The program aims to provide special needs children with an adaptive tricycle built for them and their specific abilities. On hand traveling with Rescue 9 to present the tricycle and bring holiday cheer was Santa Claus, also known as legendary WWE wrestler Mick Foley. A Long Island resident, Foley has dedicated his postwrestling career to writing children’s books, guest speaking across the country and participating in philanthropic causes.

- Fire News photo by Jeff Bressler

Operation Santa in Melville On December 20, 2014, the Melville Fire Department celebrated their annual Operation Santa program riding through the streets of Melville, with Santa stopping to greet the kids and families along the way. Candy canes were given out

by Santa's helpers. - Fire News photo by Tom Pesce

Mutual Aid to Help Santa On December 24, 2014, the West Hempstead Fire Department was toned out for a mutual aid call from the North Pole. Santa’s sled broke down in West Hempstead and he needed a ride to finish.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

Teddy Bear Run On November 23, 2014, the Red Knights International Chapter NY26 hosted their annual Teddy Bear Run to benefit the children and families of the Brookhaven Interface program. Over 240 motorcycles met at the Terryville Fire Department in Port Jefferson Station for a leisurely, escorted ride through winding back roads to Ladakins in Center Moriches for a hot buffet lunch. The band ‘Yankee Rebel’ donated their time and did an excellent job. As always, Santa’s naughty elf Vicki was present to spread holiday cheer. The Red Knights presented a check to the Interface Program for $1000 and donated well over 400 Teddy Bears and stuffed animals for the kids. A great time was had by all. Looking forward to November 22, 2015!

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Toy Run Brings Smiles to Hospitalized Kids Members from Centereach, Setauket, Selden, Farmingville, Port Jefferson, St. James, Nesconset and Ronkonkoma fire departments along with over 120 motorcycles took part in the annual Full Throttle Magazine Toy Drive for the Children of Stony Brook Hospital. The run started at Centereach Fire Department substation #3 and ended at the hospital where the children got to see Santa in the bucket of the Setauket aerial truck.

Santa (Vincent Ammirati from Selden Fire Department) spoke later about all the kids in the window waving and then looking down at the large crowd of people who came out to support this toy run. Along with the toys over $5,000 was raised for Stony Brook Hospital.

-Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 107

Page 108, Fire News, February 2015

For a no obligation quote you or your agent can contact us @ (845) 352-8855

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 109

Babylon Town Hosts Hope for the Warriors Run On November 9, 2014, the Town of Babylon hosted the annual Hope for the Warriors Run fundraiser.

Volunteers from the Town of Babylon fire departments and the Wyandanch Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corps provided ladder arches, EMS medical stations and bikes, and fire police units for all three race routes. Personnel from Suffolk County Police, the Town of Babylon and auxiliary police provided security and necessary services to support the races. Races of one, five and 10 kilometers were offered. Many members from the local departments participated along with local leaders running in one of the races including Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone who ran the 10K. - Fire News photo by Brad Maier

26-Mile Wounded Warrior Bike Ride Babylon Town hosted the annual Wounded Warrior Bike Ride on July 18, 2014. The course started at Babylon Town Hall and continued around the Town of Babylon through West Islip over the Robert Moses Causeway and finished at Cedar Beach on Ocean Parkway. Thousands of riders participated, making it another huge success supporting our military servicemen, servicewomen and veterans and honoring them for their service and sacrifices to a grateful nation.

- Fire News photo by Brad Maier

Page 110, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Firefighters Support Brothers in Blue On December 21, 2014, a group of Nassau County firefighters came together to remember the two NYPD officers killed in the line of duty, and to also show their support for all the men and women in blue.

- Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

Thousands Honor NYPD Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu Thousands of police officers and first responders honored NYPD officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu, who were killed in the line of duty. Both officers will be remembered as true heroes of the New York City Police Department. May they rest in peace.

- Fire News photo by Edmund J. Coppa

FireNews.com

Santa Visits Hicksville

Hicksville Fire Department companies on the Sunday after Thanksgiving on their annual Holiday Safety Awareness Day. - Fire News photos by Kevin Imm

Fire News, February 2015, Page 111

Page 112, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 113

Page 114, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

East Farmingdale Fire Department Station 2, members Rescue Capt. Ray Holzwarth, 1st Lt. Jay Frahklie and 2nd Lt. Mike Greco.

- Fire News photo by Edmund J Coppa

Firefighters from Brentwood Fire Department’s Engine Company 2.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Firefighters from the Holtsville Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Firefighters from the Holbrook Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Firefighters from the Holbrook Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

The Nesconset Fire Department Ladder Rescue Company.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Members of Levittown Rescue Company #4.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Syosset Fire Department Ladder 5855, Engine 585 and Santa.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 115

Montauk Swears in 2015 Officers In January, Commissioner Richard Schoen swore in the Montauk Fire Department chiefs and line officers for 2015. Good luck to everyone as they lead the department in 2015.

- Fire News photo by Richard Lewin

New Commish in Montauk Commissioner (and Montauk ex-Chief) Richard Schoen swears in new Commissioner Richard Monahan.

- Fire News photo by Richard Lewin

Page 116, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

3 With 50 Years Each Ex-Chief Ronnie Magagna, and exChief Norman Neill of the Farmingville Fire Department, along with ex-Chief Dan Pazienza of the Holtsville Fire Department were awarded for 50 years of outstanding service to their departments. FASNY representative Rob McConville was in attendance to present them with a special award as well as Holtsville and Farmingville Chiefs, Joe Castiglione and Ralph Gloria. The ceremony was held at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook, and all members from both departments were present, as well as the families of the three awarded exchiefs.

- Fire News photos by Bryan Lopez

Page 118, Fire News, February 2015

Plainview Chiefs Sworn In

The 2015 Deputy Chiefs of the Plainview Fire Department were sworn in by Chief Adelman at a ceremony on December 28, 2015.

(From left): 2nd Deputy Chief Robert Salerno and 1st Deputy Chief Alfred Bassetta.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

FireNews.com

Fourth Battalion Presents Check to Burn Center

The Fourth Battalion Fire District recently presented a $5900 check to the Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation for money raised at their 2014 fundraiser. The Fourth Battalion, made up of the East Rockaway, Lakeview, Lynbrook, Malverne and Rockville Centre Fire Departments, has held this annual fundraiser for the past nine years and have raised over $70,000 for the Burn Center. (Above): Chairman Fred Senti, Jr., Lakeview Fire Department, (center, right), presented the check to Paul Napoli of the Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation. Joining in (left to right): Secretary John Matzen (Lynbrook); ViceChairman John Hennig (Rockville Centre); Treasurer Robert Klose (East Rockaway); and ex-Chief Neal Cronin, (Malverne) which held the 2014 fundraiser at their firehouse. The 2015 Fourth Battalion Burn Center Foundation fundraiser will be held at the Commuters Club on Ocean Avenue in East Rockaway on March 22, 2015, from 1300 to 1800.

- Fire News photo by Steve Grogan

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 119

Medford Boy Honored

(Above): Medford Fire Department members and several of their wives, who gathered to recognize and pay tribute to a six-year-old kindergarten boy for his heroic actions. On December 5, 2014 Kareem Hashish (right) used his Fire Prevention safety skills by alerting his family to the impending danger of a fire in his home. He was instrumental in evacuating his family and his neighboring condominium residents from a rapidly developing fire. Kareem was commended by the Medford Fire Department for his actions. Kareem was presented with a plaque and medal. Included in the presentation were donations collected by all the department station houses and given to his family and another affected family.

- Fire News photos courtesy of the Medford FD

Page 120, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

EMS Unit Citation to Hicksville Members

On May 25, 2014, the Hicksville Fire Department was alerted for a rescue call for a Code Red on South Oyster Bay Road, Hicksville. At the time of the alarm, Captain Granville was driving in the vicinity of the alarm and responded directly to the address.

He went in and immediately assessed the situation, grabbed the AED, oxygen bottle and the BLS bag from the arriving Chief Diaz’ car and went back into the house.

Chief Diaz checked for a pulse and breathing but found nothing. Chief Diaz and Captain Granville immediately moved the man from the couch to the floor, checked him again and

transmitted the Code Red and immediately started CPR, while Captain Granville started to connect the AED. A few minutes later, ex-Capt Efinger and EMS member Kathy Scott arrived on scene and took over. Kathy Scott handled the CPR while ex-Capt Efinger finished connecting the AED and analyzed the man.

Ambulance 9319 arrived on scene and EMS member Michael Epifania took over bagging the aided. Ex-Capt Efinger again analyzed the aided and the AED advised to shock, which was then delivered by ex-Capt. Efinger The crew from 9319 loaded the aided into the ambulance; the aided appeared to be breathing

shallow.

Once in the ambulance, ex-Capt Efinger ran an IV access and EMS Scott continued CPR with airway management continued by EMS member Michael Epifania. The AED indicated another shock was needed and it was delivered

by Efinger. Upon arrival at North Shore Plainview ER, the patient had a pulse and was spontaneously breathing. The patient was transferred to North Shore Manhasset Hospital later that evening.

For their efforts that night, we are proud to present these members with an EMS Unit Citation.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 121

Page 122, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Hicksville FD Unit Citation

On December 17, 2013, the Hicksville Fire Department was notified for a mutual aid call to the Bellmore Fire Department for a fully involved gasoline tanker. They were calling Hicksville Hazmat to use their foam supply.

The tanker was located at the intersection of Broadway and Sunrise Highway. The department sent units 9311 and 9312. Chief McGeough responded ahead of the units to make contact with the Bellmore command post and report back to the responding units.

Responding members were immediately split into three teams. Team #1 was to help supply foam to Bellmore’s engines. Team # 2 was to start the diking and damming of product that was running off and start monitoring the explosive levels in the air, and Team #3 was to work with the fire ground operations in attacking the tanker fire.

It was the Hazmat team member’s incessant training and expertise in these firefighting techniques that assisted in the extinguishment

of this blaze. The Hazmat team members, along with the members of the Hicksville Fire Department who responded that night, performed as a team and helped to effectively extinguish the fire, save the surrounding area from product contamination and help avoid a potentially explosive situation.

For their efforts that night, we are proud to present these members with a Hicksville Fire Department Unit Citation.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Chorzepa Gets Hicksville FD Chief’s Award On April 12, 2014, traveling northbound on Jerusalem Avenue near Dean Street, in his personal vehicle, Firefighter Joe Chorzepa came upon a male who had just been struck by a motor vehicle and was lying in the road. Without hesitation, Chorzepa, a New York State Certified EMT, stopped his vehicle and proceeded to block the roadway with his personal car to safeguard the already injured pedestrian. He immediately notified Hicksville Fire Dispatch and then grabbed his EMT bag and proceeded to render medical care. He placed a collar around the man’s neck to keep him immobilized and then started to assess his injuries checking for any broken bones. The victim had suffered a laceration to his head, to which Joe had applied bandages, all the while talking to the victim trying to find out exactly what had happened and to get some information as to whom he was and where he lived.

Shortly after that, an NCPD ambulance arrived on scene. The patient was then boarded, packaged and transported by NCPD. As a result, the male victim, who was in danger of succumbing to both his injuries and being struck by another passing vehicle, was transported to NUMC Hospital in East Meadow and went on to make a full recovery.

According to the medics at the scene, Joe’s actions that night saved the man’s life.

For his actions we are proud to present Firefighter Joe Chorzepa with the Hicksville Fire Department Chief’s Award.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 123

Page 124, Fire News, February 2015

Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council Present Scholarships

Smithtown Fire Chief's Council President ex-Chief Steve Fontana presented five $250 Scholarships at their January 8, 2015, meeting.

The scholarships are presented annually by the Fire Chiefs Council to students affiliated with the Town of Smithtown fire departments.

(Left to right): Council Vice President Chief Eugene Oliver of Hauppauge Fire Department; ex-Chief William Theobalt of St. James FD, accepting for his son William Theobalt; Chief Steven Sisino of Smithtown FD, accepting for his daughter Gabrielle Lee Sisino; Donna Carrature of Hauppauge FD, accepting for her son John Carrature; ex-Chief Thomas Kriklava of Hauppauge FD, accepting for his son Jonathan Kriklava; recipient John Bicocchi of Commack FD; and Council President Steve Fontana of Commack FD. - Fire News photo courtesy of Smithtown Chiefs Council

FireNews.com

Seen At the NCFCC Annual Meeting

Past Nassau County Fire Chiefs Council President Marvyn Campbell talking to ex-Chief Vinnie Castelli from South Hempstead.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 125

Page 126, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

NCFCC New Officers

On December 18, 2014, the Nassau Country Fire Chiefs Council held its annual meeting, which was hosted by the Floral Park Fire Department. At the meeting the new officers for 2015 were sworn in. This was the last meeting for President Mervyn Campbell and the installation of new President Robert Kloepfer, who is from Floral Park. In the photo is past-President Marvyn Campbell with

Robert Kloepfer, David Weinstein, Thomas McDonough, Roy Dahlen, Richard Messina, Les Tucholski, Kevin McElanand and John Tasseillo. Also pictured is is the new President Robert Kloepfer with the chiefs of the Floral Park Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bill D’Alessandro

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 127

Page 128, Fire News, February 2015

Christmas in Smithtown

The Smithtown Fire Department held its 35th annual Christmas Parade on December 13, 2014. - Fire News photos by Joseph C. Sperber

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 129

Dix Hills Turkey Bowl The Dix Hills Fire Department’s 7th Annual Turkey Bowl was played on Thanksgiving, an overcast chilly morning that turned into snow flurries during the game.

Teams were picked schoolyard style, and separated into blue and grey shirts to start the game. Each team traded touchdowns during the first half, with the Blue team tying it at 21 points apiece just before the half ended.

Everyone tried their best Odell Beckham, Jr., one-hander, or even a David Tyree against-the-head catches during the game. In the second half, the Blue team took the lead and maintained that until the final horn where the Grey team was picked off on a Hail Mary pass in the end zone on the final play. Final score was 56-49 Blue.

Everyone had a great time and finished up in time to enjoy Thanksgiving with their families.

- Fire News photo by Jessica Mattes

Dix Hills Santa Spreads Holiday Cheer Santa arrived from the North Pole at the Dix Hills Fire Department, where he was escorted on his journey through the neighborhoods to spread holiday greetings to local residents. Santa and his helpers from the Dix Hills Company One are pictured at Station 2 prior to their journey. Other Dix Hills neighborhoods were visited by Headquarters Company 2 and Station One Company 3.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Page 130, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Up Close & Personal

East Farmingdale Fire Department Station 2 members, Rescue Lt. Steve Holzwarth, Rescue Capt. Ray Holzwarth and EMS/ Firefighter Jennifer Holzwarth.

- Fire News photo by Edmund J. Coppa

Holtsville Firefighters Matt Berube and Kristi Wilken.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Three Generations (Left to right): John McDonough, Northport Fire Department Safety Officer (SO3), Justin Rowehl (his grandson from the Northport FD) and Richard Rizzuti, 1st Assistant Chief, Eaton’s Neck FD (Safety Officer McDonough’s son-in-law) at a recent drill in Huntington.

- Fire News photo courtesy of John J. McDonough

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 131

A Merry Christmas for the Troops (Left): On December 5, 2014, a contingent of Nassau County firefighters, part of Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior, traveled to the Walter Reed National Medical Center at Bethesda, MD, to bring Christmas cheer and presents to soldiers and Marines receiving treatment and rehabilitation from war wounds received in Afghanistan. (Above): Firefighters Terrence “ S a n t a Cl a us� P o wde r l y a nd J o hn Cortapasso, from the Bellerose Fire Department, joined by Lynbrook firefighters Jack Callahan, Lynn Donnelly, and Assistant Chief Carl Lengel, visit with a Navy SEAL who had just arrived at Bethesda from overseas two days prior. Two other groups of Nassau firefighters were in Fort Bragg and Camp Lejeune at the same time.

- Fire News photos by Steve Grogan

Page 132, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Springs Installs 2015 Officers on its 50th

On January 1, 2015, the chiefs, officers, members and friends and families of the Springs Fire Department gathered at their firehouse to swear-in the new chiefs and officers for 2015. David King was sworn-in as Chief, with Steven Scholl and Peter Grimes as 9-4-31 and 9-4-32, respectively. Also, because 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Springs Fire Department, East Hampton Town Supervisor Larry Cantwell presented the department with a proclamation, and each member was presented with a special pin for their years of service. A 50th Anniversary celebration is being planned for later this year. (Above, left in front of truck): The founding members of the department.

- Fire News photos by Michael Heller

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 133

Nassau Junior FF Assoc. 2015 Officers

On January 10, 2015, the Nassau County Junior Firefighters Association held its installation of officers dinner at the Massapequa West End firehouse. Kelly Hastings, daughter of Massapequa Lieutenant Kevin Hastings, was sworn in as President of the Association by Massapequa Assistant Chief Dave Batt. Other

officers sworn in were 1st Vice President Mitchell Bailey of Glenwood, 2nd Vice President Charlie Lynch of Port Washington, Treasurer Richie Field of Valley Stream, Secretary Ryan Hunt of Farmingdale and Sergeant at Arms Bryan Scheer of East Rockaway.

- Fire News photo by Ed Tuffy

Page 134, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

MOTLEY CREWS OF THE MONTH

Nesconset Fire Department Engine One. - Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Members of the Hicksville ire Department Volunteer Hose Company #4 at the car show and BBQ cook off.

-Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Syosset Engine 583 and Santa.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Imm

Firefighters from the Selden Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Nesconset looking good.

- Fire News photo by Ron Monteleone

Firefighters from the Sayville Fire Department.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

EHFD members at a fire on Hedges Banks Drive on January 1, 2015.

- Fire News photo by Michael Heller

Members of Brentwood Truck 1 at a fire on Westwood Drive on Christmas morning.

- Fire News photo by Paul Mazza

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 135

Nassau Juniors Hold Annual Training

On October 19, 2014, the Nassau County Juniors held their 6th annual training at the Nassau County Fire Safety Academy. There were 217 Junior/Explorers in attendance from 19 different companies. They ran through six different evolutions of Forcible Entry, Mask Confidence, Garden Apartments, Warehouse, Aerial Ladders, and Victim Search and Removal from an LIRR Train.

There were 48 instructors on hand consisting of NCFSA Instructors, chiefs, ex-chiefs, advisors, firefighters and medics from the participating companies. The entire day is a group effort, which starts getting planned in June. Thanks to Chief Brown, Chief Hughes, and the entire VEEB Board for their constant assistance and support.

-Fire News photo by Jerry Presta

Page 136, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

Town of Babylon Chiefs Association Installs New Officers On November 22, 2014, the Town of Babylon Chiefs Association held their installation dinner at the Deer Park firehouse. Ex-Chief John Coughlin of the Deer Park Fire Department was sworn in as president by the Honorable Suffolk County District Court Judge Philip Goglas. Vice President, ex-Chief Walter Singer of the North Lindenhurst FD; Secretary, exChief Anthony Nicholes of the East Farmingdale FD: Treasurer Ben Lamberson of the North Amityville FD; Trustee ex-Chief Antony Cardali of the Babylon FD; Trustee ex-Chief Thomas Richardson of the Deer Park FD; and Trustee ex-Chief James Harrington, Jr., of the North Babylon FD; were sworn in by the Honorable Supreme Court Justice Joseph Santorelli.

On hand to congratulate the newly elected officers and to honor outgoing immediate past-President James Harrington, Jr., were County Executive Steve Bellone, Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Town Supervisor Councilman Antonio Martinez, Town Councilwoman Jacqueline Gordon, Suffolk County Legislature Presiding Officer Dwayne Gregory, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey and Suffolk County Commissioner of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services Joseph Williams.

- Fire News photos by Brad Maier

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 137

Up Close & Personal

Brentwood Fire Department 1st Lieutenant Gabriel Castillo and Firefighter Claudia Pardo.

- Fire News photo by Bryan Lopez

Good luck to newly elected Lieutenant Steve Spellman from Atlantic Beach Rescue, who recently completed coldwater personal watercraft (PWC) training.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Atlantic Beach Rescue

Chief Robert Fling, the new chief of the Dix Hills Fire Department, keeps a watchful eye at his first working fire of 2015.

- Fire News photo by Steve Silverman

Page 138, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

DEBORAH THOMSON PROMOTED TO PRESIDENT OF P.L. CUSTOM Jean S. Smock, CEO and Owner of P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Deborah Smock Thomson to President of the corporation, effective January 1, 2015.

Thomson joined the company in 1978 and learned the business by moving up through the ranks under the guidance of her father and industry icon, the late Martin V. “Bud” Smock. Thomson’s promotion to President reinforces the long-range commitment the Smock family has to the ownership and future leadership of the company.

As President, Thomson’s energy and passion for the customer and the PL product will move the company forward and ensure that it remains committed to Bud Smock’s vision. Thomson has unrivaled

experience and product knowledge within the PL Custom company and in the emergency vehicle industry. Jean S. Smock will continue her active roll in the company as CEO. P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc. has been in business since 1946, and owned by the Smock family since 1970. The company employs 200 people at their Manasquan, NJ plant and sells through a network of 14 independent dealers covering 27 states and the District of Columbia. PL Custom Emergency Vehicle and Rescue 1 are the manufacturing divisions of the corporation and are proud to maintain a strong reputation as a customer focused designer and manufacturer of high quality custom ambulances and rescue vehicles.

P. L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc., 2201 Atlantic Avenue, Manasquan, NJ 08736; 732-223-1411 or fax: 732-223-8456.

FIRE GROUND TECHNOLOGIES OFFERING WINTER/SPRING LECTURE SERIES Since 1998, Fire Ground Technologies has consistently had the officer. It is not by accident that Fire Ground Technologies is the reputation for some of the best hands-on and lecture series training premier training company for the fire service. Lectures and handsin the fire service. With a staff comprised of professional firefight- on classes are offered at your location, date and time.

Contact us at: 201-206-9387; FireGround1@aol.com. ers and officers, Fire Ground Tech is able to provide modern day firefighters the opportunity to attend the most realistic, comprehensive training available today.

Whether it is a tactical lecture, engine ops class, ladder ops class or a bailout class, the information provided to the student is a combination of back-to-basics theory and tradition, combined with more modern day tactics and strategies.

While positive changes are necessary within our industry, it is important to remember the foundation of how we should operate continually falls back to years of proven firefighting tactics and strategies.

Currently Fire Ground Technologies is offering a Winter/Spring lecture series to sharpen the skills of both the firefighter and fire

PROLINER RESCUE TO CARRY FULL LINE OF KIMTEK TRANSPORT SKID UNITS Proliner Rescue Vehicle Sales & Service (www.prolinerrescue.com) is pleased to announce it has become the Long Island dealer for KIMTEK Corporation, selling KIMTEK’s full line of Medical and Fire Rescue Transport Skid Units for UTVs. Proliner represents KIMTEK in Nassau, Suffolk, Bronx, Kings, Queens and Richmond counties as well as in Manhattan with an experienced sales and service team based from a 20,000square-foot facility that includes a showroom, offices and a full repair center located minutes from Long Island Expressway Exit 65.

A family owned and operated business, Proliner Rescue is eager to supply quality products and services to its customers for a fair price-a practice that works hand in hand with KIMTEK’s operating principles.

Proliner Rescue owner Bill Georgiou stated,

“We are thrilled to be working with KIMTEK to offer their products to our customers. We know we will be able to find them the transport that will meet their needs.” About his company Mr. Georgiou also said, “Our service after the sale is what separates us from the competition.

At Proliner Rescue we know that the fire, rescue and EMS industry relies on their equipment to perform, and that is why we treat every vehicle as if it were our own.”

For more information on Proliner Rescue Sales & Service, call 631-447-9558 or visit www.prolinerrescue.com.

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 139

Halesite FD has a Holly Jolly Weekend

On December 20, 2014, Halesite’s trucks escorted Santa, Buddy the Elf and a host of other elves around the Halesite Fire District in Santa’s Sleigh.

With the intent to visit as many of the children of the district as possible, the brightly lit entourage wound their way through various neighborhoods stopping to take pictures and hand out gifts and candy canes to the kids who came out. Hoping to spread the holiday cheer even further, Halesite sent Buddy the Elf, Jovi, and Papa Elf with Santa’s Sleigh to Stony Brook Hospital on Sunday December 21, 2014, to visit with children there.

- Fire News photos courtesy of Halesite PIO

Page 140, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

2014 Firefighters Fall Bowling Classic

This past fall, The St James Fire Department Rescue Company hosted the Firefighters Fall Bowling Classic at Smithtown Bowl.

Although the competition was fierce, a great time was had by all and a donation to the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center Fund for $1000 was made. The official results; in the team event, Smithtown edged out Hagerman in the final frames with St. James just behind in 3rd place. St James Firefighter Mike Edsell, Jr., was the highest scoring individual for the tournament.

- Fire News photos by Kevin Peterson

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 141

Cap One Donates to VEEB for FFs

On December 22, 2014, Capital One Bank presented a check to the Vocational Education and Extension Board (VEEB) of Suffolk County to assist them in their training mission of the 12,000 volunteer firefighters in Suffolk County. Ms. Heidi Joseph, regional executive for Long Island, said, “We are amazed at the dedication of the volunteer firefighters in Suffolk County who spend so much of their free time protecting their neighbors and communities.� Chief

Robert Holley, executive director of the Fire Academy, thanked Ms. Joseph and stated the donation would be used to enhance the training provided to the volunteer fire service. (Left to right): Edward Johnston (SCFA Deputy Director); Chief Robert Holley; Heidi Joseph; Tony Botelho (Capital Bank District Manager); David McDowell (Capital Bank District Manager).

-Fire News photo courtesy of Chief Robert Holley

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 143

Commack Ambulance Corps Award Winners

Two members of the Commack Volunteer Ambulance Corps (CVAC) received awards at the Suffolk County REMSCO (Regional Emergency Medical Services Council) Awards ceremony on November 6, 2014. Dr. Michael Guttenberg (left), a member since 1993, was awarded Physician of Excellence for his role as the

Medical Director of the CVAC. Karen Moks (right), a member since 1981, was awarded Educator of Excellence for her role in training all new members of the CVAC for the past 15 years. Pictured with them is Thomas Lowenberg, Chief of Department.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Karen Moks, CVAC

Page 144, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com

FireNews.com

Fire News, February 2015, Page 145

Looking Back

Drill Team Captains Assn. 45th Installation

On November 8, 2014, the Nassau Country Volunteer Fireman’s Parade and Drill Team Captains Association held its 45th Annual Installation and Awards Dinner at the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire house Co2.

- Fire News photos by Bill D’Allessandro

Page 148, Fire News, February 2015

FireNews.com