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In this issue... 22 Displaced in Ansonia Blaze
On the evening of March 10, 2017, the Ansonia (CT) Fire Department was dispatched to the corner of Fourth and Liberty Streets for a structure fire.
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Seekonk 3-Alarm A fire in a first-floor bedroom quickly extended upwards in an occupied apartment residence on Hull Street in Seekonk (MA) on March 28, 2017. See story page 10
East Greenwich House Totaled On the night of February 15, 2017, the East Greenwich (RI) FD received calls for a house fire on Reynolds Street. See story page 14
7-Alarmer Tears Through Rockland Warehouse Early on March 22, 2017, the Rockland (MA) FD received a call for a vacant warehouse fire on Park Street. See story page 25
FCAM Conference From February 9 to 11, 2017, the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts held its Professional Development Conference in Worcester (MA). See story page 42
Obituaries;
Bridgeport’s Ex-Lt. Philip Reeves Quincy’s Lt. Nunzio Cirillo
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Is There a Drone in Your Future? I remember when thermal imaging cameras came on the market. They were expensive, the battery life was low and they were bulky. But, they did an awesome job in helping firefighters find heat sources, and firefighters soon found a multitude of uses for the new tool. Before you knew it, everyone had a thermal imaging camera. Today they are efficient and manageable in size. We wouldn’t be without them, and most fire academies offer training on them. Now, the latest tool on the market is the UAV or drone. Whether you call it a drone or an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), unmanned aircraft system (UAS), or by any other name, it is an aircraft without a human pilot aboard. The military has been using them for years with great success in a variety of roles. Drones, which gets their name from the male bee which produces a low humming sound, are becoming more and more popular. I am sure you have a friend who has one and uses it to have fun.
It didn’t take long for someone in the fire service to find a use for this tool. Over the past year, I have watched the creative minds of firefighters experiment with drones. I have seen it used at brush fires to show command posts which direction the head of the fire is moving. Recently, the FDNY put this tool to good use at a five-alarm fire in the Bronx. Their tethered drone gave the Incident Command an awesome and continuous view of the roof operation. Drones will help keep members safe. Even though this tool is in its infancy, the drone is a serious piece of equipment that has been researched by the FDNY with the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) to ensure that the operation of this piece of equipment adheres to all rules and policies regarding air space in NYC. And drone operations do fall under some very serious rules. You must get licensed by the FAA for business usage. Personal use of a drone falls into another category, with some
Looking Back On April 19, 2016, at the Twin Rivers Technologies Plant in Quincy (MA), a severely injured worker was removed from a oil tanker. - Fire News photo by Stephen Sweet
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very strict rules with which the operator must comply. By the way, the test to get commercially licensed is a two-hour test that costs $150 to take. I urge any department who is interested in flying a drone, to speak with an expert. Read www.faa.gov/uas/media/Part_107_ Summary.pdf. This PDF is the Summary of Small Unmanned Aircraft Rule (Part 107). It covers a few of the important facts that you must be aware of when flying a drone. In the meantime, if you are thinking of getting a drone for your department, research the rules and regulations thoroughly. Another site worth checking is uavcoach.com. Regardless, check with your insurance company to make sure your department is covered in case you use a drone and have an accident or cause an accident. Fire News will be bringing you more information about this quickly advancing technology in a future article. Meanwhile, see the story on page 78. …Dennis
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Watertown, Massachusetts Mourns
Passing of Firefighter Joseph Toscano On March 17, 2017, a fast moving fire in a private dwelling on Merrifield Avenue took the life of 54-year-old Firefighter Joseph A. Toscano. Firefighter Toscano was the aide to Deputy Chief Bob Quinn. The pair were out on an auto accident when the call for a house fire came in. First arriving companies had heavy smoke and fire from a second-floor window. DC Quinn established command and all companies aggressively went interior and attacked the fire quickly knocking down the intense fire. DC Quinn radioed fire alarm that the fire was knocked down and companies were in the process of overhauling. At this time something went terribly wrong with Firefighter Toscano and he went down. Firefighters quickly removed him from the dwelling where he was not breathing. CPR was started and he was rushed to a local hospital where he succumbed. Firefigher Toscano was a 21-year career firefighter with the town and leaves behind his wife of 25 years and five children who range in ages from12- to 19-years old. Toscano was hailed as a great husband, father, friend and an excellent cook. May he rest in peace.
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22 Displaced in Ansonia Blaze
On the evening of March 10, 2017, the Ansonia (CT) Fire Department was dispatched to the corner of Fourth and Liberty Streets for a structure fire. First units found a heavily involved 2-1/2 story wood frame quickly exposing to another 2-1/2 story wood frame on Fourth Street, due to the heavy fire and wind conditions. Firefighters remained on scene throughout the night in frigid temps. No residents were reported injured, but there were reports that two dogs had perished. Approximately 22 people from five families were displaced. Mutual aid came from Derby and Seymour. - Fire News photos by Keith Muratori and Kevin Czarzasty
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Pawtucket Group Home Goes
Pawtucket (RI) Engine 4 arrived to find fire around a Bravo side doorway at an adult group home on North Bend Street on a frigid March 11, 2017. Companies also found high heat conditions on the second and third floors. The fire had extended up the non-insulated exterior wall to the attic. Crews tried to stop the extension but the fire was too advanced. The OIC sounded the all-out as heavy fire
broke through the center of the roofline. Ladder pipes went into operation to try to get the fire knocked down enough to allow the firefighters to re-enter to open up. The fire ground iced up quickly as temperatures hovered in the low 20s (excluding wind chill). - Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle and Tim Delaney
Seekonk 3-Alarm
A fire in a first-floor bedroom quickly extended upwards in an occupied apartment residence on Hull Street in Seekonk (MA) on March 28, 2017. Heavy overlapping fire was showing from the Bravo side first-floor windows as companies arrived. Command requested mutual aid from East Providence (RI) and Rehoboth (MA) EMS to the scene along with coverage for this threealarm fire. Companies were pulled from the dwelling as heavy fire began to vent out of the upper floor. Exterior handlines and master streams darkened down the fire so crews could return inside to expose hidden pockets of fire. Members found and removed five dogs over ground ladders while doing searches on the upper floors. One dog followed the occupants out as they fled to safety. A cat perished in the fire. - Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle and Tom Carmody
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Swansea House Gutted
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On the morning of March 22, 2017, the Swansea (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported house fire in the 500 block of Warren Avenue. On arrival, companies discovered a fully involved two-story house. Defensive operations were begun, but crews had severe water issues. A tanker was requested from Rehoboth, as well as firefighters from several surrounding towns. The house was under renovation at the time of the fire and investigators believe that the fire began on the exterior and quickly spread inside. - Fire News photos by Tom Carmody and Tim Delaney
Hartford Porch Fire
On February 23, 2017, Hartford (CT) firefighters responded to a rear porch fire that extended into the building on Bond Street in the city’s South End. - Fire News photos by Jim Peruta, CFPA and Patrick Dooley, CFPA
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Not Exactly Good Timing
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On March 12, 2017, as temperatures hovered around the single digits, Bridgeport’s (CT) North End companies were dispatched for a structure fire on Eric Street. The fire occurred as firefighters were preparing for shift change across the city. Truck 10 arrived and reported a 1-1/2 story, occupied wood frame with heavy fire out the rear. Five handlines were stretched and operated as the trucks searched and opened up. The primary and secondary searches proved negative and the fire took a half hour to bring under control. Several people were displaced. - Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA
Tewksbury House Fire On March 29, 2017, Tewksbury (MA) firefighters battled a second alarm fire on Woodland Drive, just off the downtown area. Upon arrival, crews found a dwelling fully involved prompting firefighters to take a defensive posture from the start. Mutual aid came from Billerica and Andover as multiple lines and an aerial master stream off Ladder 1 were used to knock down the fire. It was determined that the home was unoccupied at the time. While the investigation was ongoing, it’s worth noting that the property owner had evicted the tenants living there earlier that same afternoon. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
East Greenwich House Totaled On the night of February 15, 2017, the East Greenwich (RI) Fire Department received calls for a house fire on Reynolds Street. On arrival, crews found a fully involved two-story house. A defensive posture was taken and several landlines and a tower ladder were deployed to knock down the fire. Firefighters then attempted to enter for overhaul but once inside, found the integrity of the structure severely comprised and withdrew. The owners of the house were not at home at the time. Warwick and West Warwick assisted at the scene. - Fire News photo by Tom Carmody
Exterior Fight in Spencer February 8, 2017, Spencer (MA) firefighters were called to Holmes Street in the early morning hours for a fire. The police arrived first to find the single-family house well involved in fire. It was said the sole occupant jumped out of a first-floor window to escape the flames. The majority of the fire was fought from the outside as most of the interior was burnt out. This fire occurred just before a major snowstorm blanketed the area. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Total Loss in New Braintree
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On February 27, 2017, New Braintree firefighters arrived to find a dwelling with heavy fire conditions. The fire may have been started by brush at the rear of the dwelling. No one was home at the time. Mutual aid came from neighboring towns. A water pool had to be set up to draft from a pond just up the street. The home was a total loss. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
10 Displaced in Hardwick Apt. House Fire A two-alarm fire destroyed a Hardwick (MA) apartment building in the Gilbertville section of town on Main Street, displacing 10 people on March 19, 2017. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and fire from the Bravo side of the multi-unit apartment complex. Heavy fire was showing from the A/B/C sides of the building as mutual aid was called in from Barre, Petersham, Oakham, Ware, North Brookfield and New Braintree. Firefighters from West Brookfield covered New Braintree. One firefighter was taken by ambulance to a local hospital for evaluation of heat exhaustion. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
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Chelmsford Commercial Fire
On March 4, 2017, Chelmsford (MA) Fire began receiving calls for a fire in a commercial auto body shop located on North Road. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and fire showing from the rear of a singlestory brick structure. Crews ran several lines and had the fire knocked down within an hour. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Quick Knockdown in Norwell
On March 15, 2017, the Norwell (MA) Fire Department responded to a building fire on Old Oaken Bucket Road. En route, Car1 requested a Scituate engine to the scene. Companies arrived to find fire showing from a 1-1/2 story wood frame garage, attached to a 1-1/2 story wood frame dwelling. A Hingham engine covered Norwell. Companies stretched lines and quickly knocked down the heavy fire. Crews opened up and checked for extension into the house. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Kingston Car Fire Kingston (MA) firefighters responded to a car fire on Summer Street. - Fire News photo by John Sjostedt
Waterbury Scrap Yard Fire On March 20, 2017, Waterbury (CT) firefighters responded to the vicinity of the Waterbury Airport on Mt. Tobe Road for a fire on the north end of Waterbury in the vicinity of the Plymouth town line. Crews found a large auto scrap yard fire touched off by a worker cutting a gas tank with a reciprocating saw. With the municipal water supply far from the scene, they utilized mutual aid from Terryville’s Engine 8 to draft from the Greystone Falls and a relay pumping operation to get water on the fire which occupied firefighters for most of the afternoon. - Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty
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Fall River House Fire
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On March 28, 2017, the Fall River (MA) Fire Department responded to Second Street for a house fire. On arrival, heavy smoke was showing from an occupied, three-story house. Lines were quickly stretched and knocked down the main body of fire. All of the occupants were able to make it out unassisted. - Fire News photos by Tom Carmody and Ken Leger
East Windsor Commercial Garage Fire
East Windsor (CT) Fire Department crews, along with area mutual fire in a commercial building on February 11, 2017. aid departments, battled both cold temperatures and a stubborn - Fire News photos by Jim Peruta, CFPA and Steve Hess, CFPA
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Gales Ferry 2-Alarmer
On February 17, 2017, the Gales Ferry (CT) and Ledyard (CT) Fire Departments responded to Warbler Way in Gales Ferry, for a house fire. Chief Saccone arrived to find a home with an attached garage fully involved and heavy fire spreading fast. Mutual aid was requested along with a Tanker Task Force. Crews stretched a Blitzfire, to knockdown the main body of fire. The stubborn fire worked its way into all levels of the home including the basement. A second alarm was requested for manpower to extinguish the fire. - Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA
Charlton 4-Alarm Fire On March 29, 2017, Charlton (MA) firefighters fought a stubborn blaze on Griffin Road in a commercial occupancy. Shortly after midnight, calls were received reporting a building fire. Companies found heavy fire in a metal clad garage housing trucks and hazardous materials. Four alarms were sounded before the fire was brought under control. HazMat teams from the Department of Fire Services were called to monitor air quality, and a command post and rehab truck were also called from the state as well. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Wolcott Commercial Fire
On February 23, 2017, Wolcott (CT) firefighters were dispatched to Wolcott Road for a commercial building fire. First companies arrived to heavy smoke showing from a large commercial building, which housed several business including an HVAC company, a limousine service, and two auto body shops. Two of the businesses were involved in the fire. The fire was reported to have started in one of the auto body shops. - Fire News photos by Keith Muratori and Rick Kulmann
Plainville Condominium Fire
On March 24, 2017, Plainville (CT) firefighters responded to the Milford Manor Condominium Complex for a fire. Firefighters arrived to find a well involved end unit. Companies worked to control the fire with an exterior attack and their tower ladder as heavy fire vented from the roof of the structure. They were able to contain the fire to the unit of origin. - Fire News photos by Kevin Czarzasty and Patrick Dooley
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Tough Fight in Framingham
On March 11, 2017, the Framingham Fire Department responded to a 10-business strip mall on Concord Street. Engine 5 and Rescue 1 arrived but found nothing evident. Engine 5 reported a sprinkler flow alarm from the rear and the “smell� of fire. After forcing doors, fire was found in the ceiling of a hair salon and it appeared the sprinklers had some fire knocked down. However, it was quickly determined that the fire was running the common attic and fire began to show from the roof. Interior conditions rapidly deteriorat-
ed and the decision was made to go to defensive operations via ladder pipes and multiple handlines. Strong winds and a cold front producing snow squalls and a wind chill value of minus-five degrees made for a tough fight. Three alarms were struck bringing all Framingham companies to the scene and mutual aid from Natick. Ashland, Southborough and Sudbury provided station coverage. - Fire News photo by Kyle Marcinkiewicz
Wethersfield Fire Ruled Arson
Wethersfield (CT) firefighters responded to a report of heavy smoke in the area of Western Boulevard. After investigating and cutting a locked gate it was determined to be a swim club single-story building located far off the street. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to the pool chemicals stored there. The fire marshal determined that the fire was intentionally set and was investigating further. - Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley and Jim Peruta, CFPA
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Waltham 3-Alarmer
Lawrence 3-Alarmer
On March 27, 2017, the Waltham (MA) Fire Department responded to a building fire on Stearns Hill Road. Second and third alarms were sounded, and the fire was brought under control in about two hours. - Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan
On March 2, 2017, firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire on Kendall Street. Crews arrived to find fire in a very large 2-1/2 story wood frame with heavy fire in the rear of the building. - Fire News photo by Rick Nohl
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Stoughton 2-Alarm
On February 24, 2017, Stoughton (MA) firefighters arrived to heavy fire showing from an occupied 2-1/2 wood frame house. A second alarm was struck bringing mutual aid from Canton, Easton, Avon and Brockton. - Fire News photo by Bob Myers
100-Year Old Construction Makes for a Tough 4-Alarmer A carelessly thrown cigarette inside the Albion Social Club at the intersection of School and Main Streets was the cause of a four-alarm blaze that destroyed the Albion Food Mart, apartments and the US Post Office in Lincoln (RI) on February 11, 2017. Firefighters from Station 2 arrived very quickly as their quarters is across the street from the scene. All five Lincoln stations battled the fire along with crews from 12 towns. The building’s construction, which was more than 100-years old, led to many problems putting out the stubborn fire. Flames extended from their origin in the basement upward. The state fire marshal and Federal BATFE were called in to investigate the scene as the complex housed a post office. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Washington Street Building Fire On March 2, 2017, the Newton (MA) Fire Department responded to a building fire on Washington Street. - Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan
Chimney Fire Extends in Berlin The Berlin Fire Department was dispatched on March 11, 2017, to Carter Street for a chimney fire. Crews arrived and found heavy smoke coming from the chimney of a 2-1/2 story wood frame. During the investigation members were met with a heavy smoke condition in the attic. A handline was stretched from Engine 2 to the interior. Tower 25 set up the aerial and went to the roof. A second alarm was requested for mutual aid. Hudson, Marlborough and Northborough responded while Boylston and Clinton covered. In a short time companies had all visible fire knocked down and began overhaul. - Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.
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7-Alarmer Tears Through Vacant Rockland Warehouse
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Early on March 22, 2017, the Rockland (MA) Fire Department received a call for a vacant warehouse fire on Park Street. Companies arrived to a fully involved building. A second alarm was stuck, followed quickly by a third. Crews reported large embers falling in the street and on area residences. Two exposure residences were smoking. Deck guns, big handlines, and Blitz guns were immediately put into operation. Rockland Police evacuated upwards of 20 residences. Wind was a helpful factor in pushing the fire from houses, a church and a nursing home. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Quick Work in Revere On March 5, 2017, firefighters arrived to find a fire on the second floor of a two-story dwelling in Revere (MA). The fire was quickly knocked down. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
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Salem Mixed Use Fire
Salem (MA) firefighters responded to a two-alarm blaze at the under-renovation Pickering Wharf Restaurant, which had condos on the second and third floors. Firefighters arrived to smoke showing, and aggressively went to work stretching lines and getting two tower ladders to the rear of the building where they were able to get the fire under control before it could engulf the structure. Hydrant problems also complicated the fight. Salem was assisted by Lynn and Swamscott. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Double Fatality in Quincy Blaze On February 12, 2017, Quincy (MA) firefighters responded to a fire on Bell Street. First arriving Quincy Engine 6 found a 2-1/2 story wood frame building fully involved. Companies were advised of people trapped. Acting Deputy Gilbody struck a second alarm. Following units found an adult male in the rear of the building, who had jumped from the second floor window. He had non-life threatening injuries. It was thought the fire originated on the first floor where a 67-year-old woman was using oxygen. That woman’s 19-yearold grandson was found on the second floor. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. - Fire News photo by Stephen Sweet
Nice Stop at East Caanan Blaze
On February 5, 2017 (Super Bowl Sunday), members of the Canaan (CT) Fire Company were dispatched for a structure fire at the main building of the Lone Oak Campground. Lone Oak is a summer get-away RV park and campground. The building consisted of a single-story office/store attached to a two-story bar/recreation hall. Fire was throughout the office/store section. Using Canaan Ladder 1’s master stream and several handlines, crews were able to keep the fire from spreading beyond the wall where the buildings were connected. Water supply was pumped via LDH over 500 feet from a pond on the property. Significant overhaul was required. Norfolk, Lakeville and Sheffield (MA) responded with all equipment and available manpower. Falls Village and New Marlborough (MA) were special called to the scene for relief SCBA crews. - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
Madison Restaurant Fire A smoky two-alarm blaze heavily damaged Christy’s Restaurant on West Wharf Road in Madison (CT) on February 26, 2017. The fire, in the three-story wood frame structure, appeared to have started in the kitchen area at the B-C corner. Mutual-aid companies from Guilford and Clinton were needed to help battle the flames. The restaurant, which was recently renovated, was the site of the former Dolly Madison Hotel which was a well-known local landmark. It took firefighters more than an hour to bring the fire under control. - Fire News photo by Doc Johnson
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Total Loss in Canterbury
Town of Canterbury firefighters, with mutual aid from Scotland, Central Village, Baltic and Dayville for tankers, arrived to heavy fire at a house on Brooklyn Road. Strong winds contributed to a rapid spread of the fire, and it wasn’t brought under control until the house was a total loss; a family dog died, as well. - Fire News photo submitted by Joe Shefer
Sturbridge 3-Alarmer On the evening of February 24, 2017, members of the Sturbridge (MA) Fire Department responded to a fire in a multi-family dwelling located on Main Street. Upon arrival, firefighters found a heavy fire condition in the basement with extension into the floor above. The fire quickly spread throughout the structure, and quickly escalated to three alarms. Firefighters from Southbridge, Charlton, Spencer and Dudley assisted Sturbridge jakes. No injuries were reported and the occupants were able to evacuate the dwelling prior to the arrival of the fire department. - Fire News photo by Alan Brackett
Teamwork Saves Stamford House
Vernon Condo Blaze
On March 12, 2017, Stamford (CT) dispatch received multiple calls for a garage on fire just after midnight. Police arrived first and relayed information of a garage fully involved with fire spreading to the front of the house. Long Ridge and the Stamford arrived on scene within minutes. Great teamwork and effort by both departments helped save the house. Mutual aid tankers were also called in from Turn of River, New Canaan and Banksville. - Fire News photos by Bill Tenca and Jon Tenca
Early on March 13, 2017, firefighters responded to Old Town Road in Vernon (CT) for what would become a three-alarm fire. Members arrived to heavy fire showing from a two-story wood frame condo building. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
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Fall River Car Into ‌ a Few Things
On February 26, 2017, Fall River (MA) firefighters responded to Stetson Street for an MVA in which an SUV traveled across a front yard, and crashed into an elevated porch and a pickup truck in driveway next door. Engine 12 and a Medical Rescue responded. - Fire News photo by Ken Leger
Van-School Bus MVC, Fire On January 24, 2017, the Whitman (MA) Fire Department responded to a report of an MVA involving a school bus at the intersection of South Avenue and Franklin Street. Ambulance 248, Engine 243, and Car 3 responded. A Hanson Ambulance on-sited the scene and assisted. They noticed that the van had caught fire in the engine compartment, and quickly grabbed the small extinguishers located on their ambulance and were able to knock down the fire. The school bus was unoccupied at the time of the collision. The occupant of the van was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Trees Down in Brockton On March 3, 2017, high winds toppled several trees in Brockton (MA) causing damage to four separate houses. This one on the Westside was the worst and caused over $50,000 in damages. - Fire News photo by Bob Myers
Leominster MVA On January 21, 2017, Leominster (MA) firefighters from Ladder 1 used hydraulic tools to extricate a male from his truck which struck a tree and flipped on its side. The driver was seriously injured and transported to the trauma center in Worcester. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
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Pawtucket MVA
On March 4, 2017, Pawtucket (RI) firefighters responded to an MVA between a sedan and a utility truck. The sedan was struck by the utility truck when the operator of the truck suffered a medical emergency. The operator of the sedan suffered only minor injuries. - Fire News photo by Tim Delaney
Trees Attack SUV On March 2, 2017, Gardner Lake (Salem, CT) Fire Department and American Medics came across a tree on a car on Route 163 in Bozrah (CT), while transporting a patient. Due to the transport GLFD redirected after calling dispatch, requesting the Bozrah Fire Department respond for an uninjured occupant needing to be freed from an SUV. The American chase car stayed with the occupant of the car until Bozrah arrived. The crew used chainsaws to cut the limbs and branches away from the driver’s door and extricated the driver. Five trees came down at once, with three covering the SUV. - Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA
We Guess You DID Need Your Vision Checked On February 9, 2017, Worcester crews responded to an MVA around 2300. The elderly driver thought she was entering a nearby highway on-ramp … when she came to rest inside of an optician’s office. Yes, that is the definition of ironic! - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
Quincy House Fire On March 5, 2017, Quincy (MA) firefighters responded to Circuit Road for a fire. Units arrived to find a well involved 1-1/2 story, wood frame, occupied dwelling. Crews were hampered in extinguishing the fire due to strong winds and wind chill temperatures well below zero. The fire went to two alarms. - Fire News photo by Rick Nohl
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Car Broadsided in Leominster
On February 13, 2017, Leominster (MA) firefighters from Ladder 1 used hydraulic tools to extricate an elderly male from his auto after it was hit broadside. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Monterey Ice Rescue Monterey (MA) firefighters responded with Rescue 9 and 5 to a reported person through the ice on Lake Buel on February 23, 2017. Utilizing a Rescue Alive sled and ice rescue suits, members were able to remove the male victim. The victim was evaluated by the EMS crew from So. Berkshire Ambulance Squad and refused transport. Unseasonably warm temperatures have led to unsafe ice conditions and several other rescues in the region. - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
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Bridgeport Extrication
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On February 19, 2017, the Bridgeport (CT) Fire Department was ing to stabilize both the vehicle and the compromised structure. The dispatched to an MVA on upper Main Street. First units found an driver was reported to be in stable condition at the time of removal. - Fire News photo by Keith Muratori SUV off the road and into a commercial structure. An extended extrication was started to remove the trapped driver all while need-
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Training
PCTRT Divers Get Pool Time On February 27, 2017, the Plymouth County (MA) Technical Rescue Team held dive training at the Percy Walker Pool on Saint George Street in Duxbury. Divers went through a swimming test prior to working on their underwater skills in dive gear. As part of the test, divers had to complete 200-yards of freestyle swimming, tread water for 10-minutes, and drag a victim 100-yards. Tenders assisted the divers with donning and doffing equipment, working with ropes and with the underwater communications equipment. Divers and tenders from Abington, Duxbury, Hanover, Hingham, Kingston, Marshfield, Pembroke, Plymouth and Whitman took part in the training. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Dive and Ice Rescue Drill On February 19, 2017, the 8th District Fire Department (Manchester, CT) along with the Tolland County Dive/Rescue team conducted a dive/ice rescue drill on Union Pond - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
East Providence (RI) fire fighters quickly knocke d down a fire in the basement of an occ upied dwelling 28, 2017. - Fire News pho at River Street on March to by Ken LaBelle
On March 15, 2017, the Whitman (MA) Fire Department received a call for an MVA on Bedford Street (Route-18) near the intersection of Forest Street. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
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A three-alarm fire occurred on Doug las Pike in the Nasonville Fire District in the Town of Burrillville (RI) on March 3, 2017. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
Early on February 6, 2017, East Hart ford (CT) Fire Department responded to a fire on Phelps Street. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
February 17, 2017, Lowell (MA) firefighters made a valiant attempt to rescue a three-year-old boy trapped in a fire. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
n firefighters On February 21, 2017, West Have t. responded to a fire on Elizabeth Stree CFPA - Fire News photo by Glenn Duda,
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
On February 17, 2017, Stamford (CT) firefighters arrived at the scene of a fire on Halloween Boulevard. - Fire News photo by Bill Tenca
March 13, 2017, was a long night for Peabody (M as they fought a threealarm fire at a water trea A) firefighters tment/pumping station at the end of Co olidge - Fire News photo by Kev Avenue. in White
firefighters were On March 12, 2017, Hartford (CT) a building. in e smok of call a dispatched for A - Fire News photo by Jim Peruta, CFP
(CT) firefighters On February 5, 2017, Bridgeport a structure fire. for ue Aven ral Cent to nded respo , CFPA Duda n Glen by o phot s New - Fire
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
On March 6, 2017, Windsor (CT) fire units responded to Matianuck Avenue. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
Providence (RI) firefighters respo nded to Mawney Street on the afternoon of March 21, 2017, for a house fire. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
rtment was dispatched on The Southborough (MA) Fire Depa an electrical fire. March 6, 2017, to Deerfoot Road for - Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.
February 24, 2017, companies on the East Side of Bridgeport (CT) were dispatched to a vacant house fire on Union Ave. - Fire News photo by Keith Muratori
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
On March 16, 2017, Terryville (CT) volunteers responded for multiple calls for a heavily invo lved, vacant, commercial structure fire. - Fire News phot o by Kevin Czarzasty
On March 12, 2017, Newington (CT) firefighters responded to this fire on Pebble Cour t. - Fire News photo by Jim Peruta, CFP A
January 26, 2017, Worcester (MA) firefighters responded to a fire on Laurier Street. Companies found fire in the SECOnd floor bedroom and made a quick knock down. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Rocky Hill Celebrates 90 Years
On February 18, 2017, the Rocky Hill (CT) Fire Department celebrated its 90th Anniversary with remembrance and swearing in the members as the next 90 years begins. - Fire News photos by Jim Peruta, CFPA
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FCAM Conference
On February 28 and March 1, 2017, the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts held its Professional Development Conference in Worcester (MA). - Fire News photos by Russ Anderson
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Obituary
Bridgeport’s Ex-Lieutenant Philip Reeves
Philip Reeves lost his battle with cancer on February 7, 2017. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 15, 1959, he moved to Wilton in 1962. As a member of the Wilton Volunteer Fire Department, Phil found his lifelong passion, becoming a firefighter with the Westport Department in 1980, where he remained for six years, at which point he joined the United States Army, to earn his wings as an Army aviator. After completing his active obligation, which included a tour in the Republic of Korea, Phil transferred to the Massachusetts National Guard, where he remained until his death, achieving the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5 as the State Aviation Safety Officer. Phil served two tours in Iraq as a Medevac helicopter pilot. In 1994, Phil joined the Bridgeport Fire Department, earning promotions to Pumper Engineer and Fire Lieutenant, retiring in 2016. Phil served the Bridgeport Fire Department as Firefighter, Engineer, Training Officer, Safety Officer, and Battalion Chief’s Aide. Phil earned a Bachelor’s of Science in History and a Masters in Homeland Security
and Disaster Management. Phil married the light of his life and soulmate, Robyn Hapke in 1994, who survives him. Also surviving him are his daughter Rebecca of Keene, New Hampshire, and son Isaac of Wilton. He is survived by his mother Sarah, of Walpole New Hampshire; sister Leslie Kanerva of Springfield, Vermont; sister Cynthia and her partner Ray Ruseckas of Walpole, NH; and brother Ted, of Springfield, Vermont. As a proud veteran, Phil was a life member of the VFW, the United States Army Warrant Officer Association, the National Guard Association of the United States, and the Army Aviation Association of America. Phil was also a proud member of Bridgeport Firefighter’s Local 834. His funeral service was held with full fire department and military honors, which included bag pipes, flag presentations and 21-gun salute on Saturday, February 18, 2017. Phil will never be forgotten by those lucky enough to have served alongside of him — whether crawling through the smoke and heat of a raging house fire, or flying into a hot LZ with bullets flying. From the fireground to a battlefield, we are all better firemen and soldiers now for working with and knowing Phil. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Bridgeport Fallen Firefighters Foundation, the USO, or the veteran’s service organization of your choice. - Fire News photos by Keith Muratori
Quincy’s Lt. Nunzio Cirillo
The funeral of retired Quincy (MA) Fireman and WWII Veteran, a blizzard on the day of the ceremony, February 9, 2017. Lieutenant Nunzio Cirillo. (Above): the QFD Honor Guard during - Fire News photo by Stephen Sweet
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Smithfield Promotions
The Smithfield (RI) Fire Department held a promotional ceremony at the Elks Lodge No 2359 on Farnum Pike on March 18, 2017. The department recently went through reorganization and created three new Deputy Chief positions to have a shift commander on each working group. The promotions were as follows: Captains Lou Lepere, Dave Chartier and John Sutherland were promoted to Deputy Chief.
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Lieutenant Michael Dexter to Fire Captain. Firefighters Matt Pearson and Derek Anderson to Fire Lieutenant. Firefighter Joe Dougherty to EMS Lieutenant. John Detri, Mike Ramono, and Mike Wallitch were appointed to the department as Firefighters. Best wishes to each of you in the next chapter of your careers! - Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle
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We’ll Miss You Chief Swansea (MA) Chief Peter Burke in command at a multiple alarm fire on Warren Avenue on March 22, 2017. Chief Burke retired on March 24, 2017, after 45 years with the department, the last 26 as Chief. - Fire News photos by Tim Delaney
Fire News Photographer Dinner On Tuesday, February 28, 2017, Fire News Publisher Frank C. Trotta and Executive Editor Tim Edwards hosted sixteen Fire News contributors at Eller’s Restaurant in Cherry Valley, MA. - Fire News photo by Liz Feitelberg
Annual Mustache March Fundraiser for MDA
On March 25, 2017, Abington (MA) firefighters Local 2080 held their annual Mustache March for MDA fundraiser at Damien’s Pub in Hanson. The annual fundraiser has participants growing mustaches for the month of March, each donating $20, with an early-shave penalty of $10. Captain Jack Glynn, the MDA representative for Local 2080, said the fundraiser raised $1210 with donations from all of the participants and proceeds from a 50/50 raffle that was held at the event. Firefighters and dispatchers from Abington, Bridgewater, East Bridgewater, Kingston, Norwell, Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department and Whitman participated. Fox25’s anchor Vanessa Welch was a special guest judge, along with two MDA representatives to give out superlative awards for some of the more unique mustaches that were sported. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Save the Date: Baltic 150th Anniversary Event The Baltic Fire Engine Company # 1 in Baltic, CT (also known as Sprague, CT 06330), will be celebrating its 150th anniversary June 10 and 11, 2017. There will be tables available for vendors to set up items for sale, a fire department chili cook off contest, antique fire apparatus on display and pumping demonstrations. Baltic will also host a non-judged fire apparatus parade on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Baltic FEC #1 is asking for any departments, group or individuals who may want to participate in the muster events, the apparatus parade or antique display, or putting on demonstrations for all to see, to please feel free to contact Captain Fred Stone: 860-234-6937,
campingman16@aol.com; Lieutenant Mark Filiatreault: scubadiver136@aol.com; or Reg Patchell: 860-917-5064, reggiepatchell@ comcast.net. Schedule of Events Saturday, June 10, 2107 0930 to 1000: Registration of all Muster Teams. 1030 to 1500: Muster events competitions.. 1230 to 1500: chili cook off contest. Various bands will be paying through out the event at the Stage area. Sunday, June 11, 2017 0730: 5K road race for adults and a 1K for children.. 1000: set up for parade of fire apparatus,
bands, marching units, etc. If your department is looking for a pipe band to play as your escort, please let Reg Patchell know as soon as possible at 860-9175064 or at reggiepatchell@comcast.net and he will see if he can arrange for a band. 1100: Parade start off. 1330 through 1630: fire apparatus display open to the public. 1430 through 1630: antique hand pumper display. 1430 through 1630: bands, DJs to play. We will be selling food, drinks. Wine and beer will be sold ONLY in a fenced-in area of the grounds. - Submitted by Reg Patchell
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Brockton’s Roberts and Buczek Retire Brockton Firefighters Ray Roberts and Ed Buczek retired at the end of February. Both served the city for 33 years. - Fire News photos by Bob Myers
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Taftville 5000-Call Men The Taftville (CT) Fire Department recently held their 100th anniversary banquet, at which long-time members were awarded for making 5000 calls or more during their careers. Recipients were (back row, left to right): Assistant Chief William Hadam, Danny Auger, Dave Plante, Charlie Miclette, Paul LaBreque; (front row, left to right): past-Chief Steve Caisse, Shane Dupuis, Deputy Chief Tom Jencks, and Chief Tim Jencks. - Fire News photo by Joe Shefer
Plymouth Co. Tech Rescue Gets New Sonar
On March 24, 2017, members of the Plymouth County (MA) Technical Rescue Team received training on their new EdgeTech 4125 Side-Scan Sonar System. Unlike downlooking sonar, side scan ‘looks’ out to the sides, providing a much larger coverage area. This technology has been helpful with the recovery of several victims in the past, but was only available through the Massachusetts State Police or Environmental Police. The device is towed behind, or alongside a boat. Members of the PCTRT went on EdgeTech’s boat out of New Bedford to get hands-on with the new system. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Recruit Training Worcester (MA) Fire Recruit Class 20171 perform some ladder pipe evolutions in the drill yard. The class is scheduled to graduate in April. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Up Close & Personal
Watertown (CT) volunteers rescue a cat from a smokey basement fire on Hadley Street in the Oakville section on March 5, 2017. - Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty
Like father, like daughter. Sheffield (MA) Chief Brent Getchell and his daughter Firefighter Taylor Getchell at a recent fire in Canaan (CT). - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
Hanover (MA) call firefighters pose for a quick photo. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Providence (RI) firefighters after March 21, 2017 house fire. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Submarine Base Fire Department (Groton, CT), Captain Knudsen and Firefighter Pierangelo take a break while working a second alarm fire in Gales Ferry (CT). - Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA
Lincoln (RI) firefighters after a Cedar Path garage fire in Lincoln on March 8, 2017. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Walpole (MA) firefighter at a Washington Street fire. - Fire News photo by Tim Delaney
Brockton responders conferring at a fire at the Madrid Square Apartment Complex. - Fire News photo by Bob Myers
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Up Close & Personal
New Haven (CT) West Battalion firefighters at a March 26, 2017 Chapel Street house fire. - Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA
On February 19, 2017, the 8th District Fire Department (Manchester, CT) along with the Tolland County Dive/Rescue team conducted a dive/ice rescue drill on Union Pond - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
Three Chauffeurs of the Leominster Engine Companies: Firefighters Robert Gaudet (Engine 3), Eric Smith (Engine 4) and William Roy (Engine 2). - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Boston Fire Department Tower Ladder 3 crew. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Station 3 firefighters after February 11, 2017 blaze in Lincoln. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Framingham Fire Department leaders at a March 11, 2017, fire on Concord Street. - Fire News photo by Kyle Marcinkiewicz
Ayer firefighters at a recent fire in Devens (MA). - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Paxton RIT at March 16, 2017, Holden (MA) building fire. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Fire House Kitchen By Ray Cooney Anti-Oxidizing Chocolate Balls While filming an episode of Firehouse Kitchen, I was visited by a very special person - Ann DeGregoria. Ann is a holistic-nutritional therapist. She said she had some delicious holistic recipes that could help firefighters. The one that came to mind was anti-oxidizing chocolate balls. These chocolate balls help with joint inflammation and blood circulation. I set up the shoot. Firehouse Kitchen is going holistic! The whole crew looked up as Ann entered the set. She’s a very attractive woman, in her early 40s. She is outspoken and has a smile that lights up a room. When the show started, I said, “OK, let’s get cooking.” Ann replied, “There is no cooking. Not every delicious treat has to be baked or fried.” We mixed the ingredients together, from cocoa powder to butter, and a whole lot of other ingredients that I didn’t think would be in the dessert. Have you ever heard of rice syrup? Ann was unbelievable at giving examples of how these ingredients can help with ailments. Ann explained how tart cherries helped her with psoriasis and joint pain. After the mixing was done, we made this brown - I wanna’ say slop - into little balls. We put them on a tray, sprinkled them with coconut and put them in the fridge for an hour to an hour and a half. OK, now it’s time to taste. Ann asked me if would I say something if I didn’t like them.
I told her of course I would! That would be great television! Fortunately for Ann, they were delicious. If you’re looking for healthy holistic treats and want to learn more about holistic nutrition go to Ann’s website: foodisthymedicine.com (Food Is Thy Medicine). You will definitely see Ann on Firehouse Kitchen again. Get ready for Season 6 of Firehouse Kitchen starting in April on NYC Life. Also check your local listings to find out where you can find us. If you want your firehouse to be on
Firehouse Kitchen, send an e-mail to firehousekitchentv@gmail.com or message me on FaceBook, once you like the Firehouse Kitchen FaceBook page.
Anti-Oxidizing Chocolate Balls 1/2 cup of organic cocoa powder 1/2 stick of organic butter 1 Banana blended 1 cup organic peanut butter 1/2 cup tart cherries blended 1/3 cup walnuts grounded 1/3 cup coconut chopped 1/3 cup organic oatmeal 1/3 cup rice syrup 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Mix all ingredients in a big bowl. Make mix in to little balls. Arrange on a serving tray. Sprinkle balls with coconut. Place tray in refrigerator for 1 to 1-1/2 hours and enjoy this healthy treat.
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DAVID RUSSELL ELECTED TO FEMSA BOARD
David Russell, of Fire & Safety Services, Ltd., was elected to the Board of Trustees of FEMSA in late September at their annual meeting in Nashville Tennessee. His term of office began on January 1, 2017, and runs for three years. David was appointed as the head of the membership committee as part of his Board duties. David is the Principal and President of Fire & Safety Services, Ltd., of South Plainfield, New Jersey. He has worked for Fire & Safety Services off and on since his father, William, bought the business from its founder, Walter Runyon in 1982. After college, David joined the Metuchen Volunteer Fire Department in his hometown and was an active member there for 12 years, rising to the position of Lieutenant. In 1999, David decided to leave his career as a litigation attorney and return to the business and officially took over principal ownership and the Presidency of the company in 2006. In his free
time, David enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, and watching his daughter excel as a middle school distance runner. David also finds relaxation by throwing his body around as a goalkeeper in a competitive Over-40 soccer league near his home. Fire & Safety Services. has been serving New Jersey’s emergency services since 1964 and has been representing Pierce Manufacturing in the State since 1977. Over the years, Fire & Safety Services has grown into the premier vendor and service center for fire apparatus in the State; with nearly 1500 Pierce apparatus sold over the course of 40 years. Fire and Safety boasts a service team of approximately 20 service technicians both in house and on the road and a service management team lead by Vincent Scalera and Sean O’Connor. The sales staff of 9 representatives is overseen by the Director of Sales, Bob Emery.
NEW YEAR, NEW LOGO “TOGETHER WE BUILD SAFE FIRE AND RESCUE APPARATUS THAT SAVE LIVES” The Firefighters Apparatus Manufacturers’ Association, FAMA, an organization committed to the safety and efficiency of the fire industry apparatus and components, has supported its members to revolutionize fire-manufacturing technology from basic post-war water haulers to contemporary, cutting-edge fire trucks. To commemorate FAMA’s 70th anniversary, association’s members recently voted to approve an impressive new logo to represent the dedication of its members to the support of fire and emergency workers. The new logo refreshes past logos with a sleek new design featuring a striking red flame embodied in a shield, signifying the protection from fire that FAMA strives to achieve through its production of fire apparatus. Its simplistic design aims to parallel the core values of FAMA and thus provide an instant association between the logo and the organization. However, when applicable, the Firefighters Apparatus Manufacturers’ Association acronym can be placed strategically next to the shield for
clarification while still maintaining a sophisticated design concept. Choosing the associations’ new logo was undoubtedly a challenge. Over 250 astonishing designs were submitted, but the final selection was made at the Fall Meeting where the choice was clear. “The process was time consuming, but the committee and board had several great logo options for the members to review at our annual fall meeting. The board was very excited that our new logo was the clear winner after the vote and look forward to introducing the logo to the industry in 2017,” stated Scott Edens, FAMA Board President. We hope that you will take some time to check out the new logo. Members of FAMA would also like to thank you for your continuing support during their rebranding and encourage you to look forward to their 75th Anniversary in 2021! For more information on FAMA please visit: www.FAMA.org.
FIREFIGHTER THROWDOWN
April 28-29, 2017 at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis On Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29, 2017, the Firefighter Throwdown will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event will be held from 1000 to 1700 on Friday and 1000 to 1230 on Saturday. The goal of firefighter fitness is to increase the chances of everyone returning home safely. Plus, being in shape helps to assure no one is a liability to their fellow brother or sister on the job. This is a two-day functional fitness event that is employing a three-memberteam format (minimum one-woman per team). The Firefighter Throwdown was created to address health, wellness, nutrition and exercise, as it relates to firefighter safety, job performance and quality of life. With 50 percent of all firefighter LODDs directly related to heart attacks, the fire industry is in a state of emergency. The most tangible and immediate way to address, prevent and correct this situation is through bettering the state of individual firefighters’ health starting with nutrition and exercise. This event concept showcases elite firefighter athletes from around the country, and internationally, who prove by example, that fitness is intrinsic to a firefighter’s survival.
Operations will be managed for a second time by CrossFit North Atlanta, and judges/volunteers and a local presence has been secured by partnering with CrossFit NapTown, Indianapolis. Athletes are chosen to compete from all those who apply online at www.firefighterthrowdownusa.com.