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Backdraft at Oxford Blaze Oxford (MA) firefighters were called to the area of Old Worcester Road for a report of a structure fire on February 14, 2018.

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Hartford 6-Family House Burns Hartford (CT) firefighters responded to an early morning two-alarm fire on Charlotte Street on March 18, 2018.

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Lisbon House Fire Lisbon (CT) FD, with automatic aid from Occum and Yantic FAST, was dispatched to Papermill Road for a house fire.

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Johnston Business Destroyed On March 17, 2018, Johnston (RI) firefighters responded to River Avenue for a building fire.

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28th Annual Firefighter of the Year Awards On November 21, 2017, firefighters from 22 Massachusetts departments were awarded for acts of bravery.

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Reading’s Nash Retires On March 30, 2018, Captain Rick Nash worked his last shift as Captain at the North Reading (MA) FD, where he proudly worked for 44 years.

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Understanding PTSD I often remember the photo of a firefighter carrying a lifeless bloodied child, who was a victim of the Oklahoma City bombing.

Recently, I read about the impact that incident had on Firefighter Chris Fields who retired with over 31 years of service to the Oklahoma City Fire Department. In the article, it said that Fields took counseling for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The good news was that despite this horrible day, Firefighter Fields “was finally in a good place.” However, this incident took time to understand and it definitely affected his personal life.

I look back at the careers of other firefighters, especially those who worked side-by-side with their brothers and sisters who perished while answering the call of duty. How many of you have operated at serious calls that claimed the life of innocent victims? I am sure you can close your eyes and be haunted by the memory of a child, a mother, a father, or even a fellow responder who lost their life at a call at which you worked feverishly, as you tried to save them. How many of you have had close calls and found yourselves paralyzed from fear when you realized your life was spared for some mysterious reason? It has

happened to me, it has happened to family members in the service and it probably has happened to you.

Whether you realize it or not, all in the fire service are exposed to events every day, which could psychologically affect you as months, or even years, pass after an incident. It is how you deal with PTSD that will make a difference on how the PTSD impacts you. Have you ever woken up at night and could not get back to sleep, because you were thinking of what you could have done differently at a call?

According to an article in the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), there are five warning signs for PTSD: isolation from others, disturbed sleep, increased irritability, decreased interest in significant activities, and self-destructive or reckless behavior are all signs that you may need to talk to a professional to determine if PTSD is a concern. It may be easy for a co-worker to realize your personality has changed. It takes strength for you to realize you may have a problem; sometimes a close friend can make you realize you need help.

Understand that the military, only recently, started to understand the toll that war takes on

soldiers and that PTSD is real. Like soldiers, all of you are on the frontlines at home, protecting your communities. With this, comes exposure to traumatic events. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation has addressed PTSD. First responders need to know it is OK to have an emotional reaction to a traumatic event. There is no shame if you suffer from PTSD, but you do need help. Your department should have a plan in place so you can debrief after a serious call. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation has some great reading about behavioral health. Check out Everyone Goes Home Initiative 13 at www.firehero.org. …Dennis

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Backdraft at Oxford Blaze

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Oxford (MA) firefighters were called to the area of Old Worcester Road for a report of a structure fire on February 14, 2018. A passing utility crew saw smoke coming from the house and called the fire department. A backdraft had occurred blowing out glass and a kitchen wall, and firefighters had heavy fire showing on arrival. Fire had already traveled to the second floor and begun to gain headway. A second alarm was sounded. As the fire grew in intensity all companies were pulled from the house. Leicester set up their tower ladder and started to vent the roof. Crews eventually were able to go back in, gain control and extinguish the blaze. No one was home at the time of the fire and two dogs fled from the residence but were located.

- Fire News photos by Paul Shea, Scott LaPrade and Ken LaBelle

Cranston Firefighter Injured Battling Depot Avenue Fire

On March 19, 2018, Cranston firefighters responded to Depot Avenue for a house fire. On arrival, Engine 3 found smoke showing injured when he tripped on a hose line in the tight stairwell and fell from the second floor of an occupied 2-1/2 story house. Lines were down the rest of the stairs. He was taken to RIH by Cranston quickly stretched and operated. Companies opened up the area Rescue. The cause of the fire was under investigation.

- Fire News photos by Tom Carmody and Ken LaBelle around the fire and no extension was found. One firefighter was

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1 Injured in Pawtucket Fire

On March 18, 2018, Pawtucket (RI) firefighters responded to Warren Avenue for a house fire with people trapped. On arrival, a Code Red was transmitted for a fire in the basement of an occupied 2-1/2 story dwelling. Two lines were quickly stretched and knocked down the fire. One male was removed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The fire was placed under control within 20 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

Collapse in Billerica

Firefighters in Billerica (MA) were kept busy on March 17, 2018, at a working fire in a commercial garage on Farmers Lane. Companies found heavy smoke showing from a 1-1/2 story garage housing a glass company.

Multiple lines were put in operation, but their interior attack was cut short when a partial ceiling collapse caused crews to transition to an exterior attack. With their ladder truck out of service, a special call was made for Chelmsford Ladder 1 to assist at the scene. The garage was attached by a breezeway to a large 2-1/2 story dwelling which, aside from smoke damage, remained unaffected by the fire.

- Fire News photo by Kevin White

Naugatuck Fatal Mobile Home Fire On January 26, 2018, the Naugatuck (CT) Fire Department was dispatched for a fully involved mobile home on Idleview Road with possible occupants trapped. Police units reported heavy fire showing with two occupants out of the structure and one male unaccounted for. With the intense fire and smoke both police and fire members could not make entry to the rear portion of the mobile home. Companies began to fight the blaze with tank water as there were no hydrants in the area. Mutual aid for tankers was requested from Middlebury and Oxford, and an engine from Beacon Falls for coverage. The fire quickly consumed the mobile home taking the life of the male occupant who was sleeping in the rear bedroom.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty

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Fire in Sterling - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Shed Fire in Bolton Bolton (CT) firefighters responded to a shed fire on February 25, 2018, on Notch Road.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Auburn Truck Fire On February 28, 2018, Auburn (MA) Fire Rescue was called to the area of West Street by Hard Scrabble Road for a report of a trash truck fire. The roadway was closed while the fire was extinguished.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Hartford 6-Family House Burns

Hartford (CT) firefighters responded to an early morning two-alarm fire on Charlotte Street on March 18, 2018. Companies arrived to heavy fire showing from the rear of a large, 2-1/2 story, wood frame, six-family house.

- Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley and Jim Peruta, CFPA

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Simsbury Commercial Fire

On March 13, 2018, Simsbury (CT) firefighters responded to a blaze in a single-story commercial building on West Street.

- Fire News photos by John DeForest, Jr. and Sean Freiman

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Lisbon House Fire

Early on February 14, 2018, the Lisbon (CT) Fire Department, with automatic aid from Occum and Yantic FAST, was dispatched to Papermill Road for a house fire. Crews arrived to find a fully involved 1-1/2 story, wood frame, private dwelling. A tanker strike team from various departments was also requested. A pumper from Taftville was used to establish a draft site on the icy Papermill Road Pond across the street from the fire. No one was home at the time of the fire.

- Fire News photo by Shane Dupuis

Meriden 2-Alarmer

On March 4, 2018, Meriden (CT) firefighters arrived to find heavy fire venting from the first floor of a large, 2-1/2 story wood frame on Wilcox Avenue. High winds quickly drove the fire throughout the dwelling and firefighters were removed. The fire took control of the attic area and burnt through the roof. Multiple handlines were stretched and one ladder pipe was put into operation. The fire went to two alarms and took about 90 minutes to bring under control.

- Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA

Stamford Basement Fire

The Long Ridge (CT) Volunteer Fire Company responded to a basement fire on Foxwood Road in Stamford on March 1, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Jon Tenca

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Fatality at Worcester House Fire On March 5, 2018, Worcester (MA) firefighters battled a house fire on Green Farms Road. An off-duty fire lieutenant removed a resident under heavy smoke and heat conditions prior to the arrival of the onduty crews. First arriving companies made an aggressive interior attack and search.

Two men escaped, but the elderly woman who was rescued was transported to the hospital, where she later died.

- Fire News photo by Paul LaRochelle

That’ll Make You Jump ‌

On March 3, 2018, the Marlborough (CT) Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Route 2 eastbound. The first-due engine found a well involved engine compartment pushing into the passenger compartment. The fire was being wind driven. As they started to extinguished the fire a tire blew out and briefly intensified the fire. The fire was brought under control in about 10 minutes.

- Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA

Quick Work in Fall River On March 24, 2018, the Fall River (MA) Fire Department responded to Donnelly Street for a chimney fire. The fire was quickly knocked down, preventing any additional damage.

- Fire News photo by Ken Leger

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Revere Five-Alarmer

On February 17, 2018, Revere (MA) firefighters were dispatched to a reported building fire at Sozio’s Furniture and Appliance on Squire Road. On arrival, firefighters found heavy fire showing from a large single-story commercial building. As the fire grew in size and took full control of the building, crews were forced into a defensive attack. Multiple additional alarms were requested, five in total, to get the manpower needed to handle the fire. At one point, a Mayday was transmitted by members of Engine 3 who had run low on air and become disoriented. An RIT was able to locate the members and safely remove them from the building. As additional companies arrived, the interior attack was abandoned in favor of an exterior attack due to the heavy volume of fire and the imminent

collapse of several portions of the structure. Multiple small explosions, believed to be from appliances inside the showroom, were heard, as well as from several vehicles parked alongside and in the rear to where the fire had extended. Multiple big lines, ladder pipes and deck guns poured copious amounts of water on the building for hours as the fire burned well into the night. As many as three firefighters sustained minor injuries from the fire. The showroom portion of the business was a total loss, but warehouse operations were largely unaffected. Sozio’s has been a long-standing landmark in Revere, with the showroom packed with vintage appliances, furniture and cars.

- Fire News photos by Kevin White and Owen Carrigan

New Britain 2-Alarm

On February 9, 2018, New Britain (CT) firefighters responded to Arch Street shortly before 0500 to find heavy smoke from a vacant four-story, residential-over-commercial dwelling. Firefighters found heavy fire in the basement, which quickly extended throughout the 100-year-old building. Multiple lines were stretched, but companies could not get ahead of the fire. The interior operations were ceased in favor of an exterior attack. Two trucks and several multiversals were operated on the stubborn blaze.

The fire burned for several hours before being brought under control. The entire building had recently been condemned, thereby evicting the occupants. A bodega and one additional business operated on the first floor. The cause of the fire was under investigation by the New Britain Fire Marshal with assistance from the state FMO. - Fire News photos by Glenn Duda, CFPA, Patrick Dooley and Jim Peruta, CFPA

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Waterbury Fight Goes Defensive

On February 22, 2018, the Waterbury (CT) Fire Department was dispatched to Orange Street for a house fire. Engine 7 arrived and reported heavy fire from a 2-1/2 story wood frame. Conditions deteriorated quickly and all members were pulled out to commence a defensive attack on the structure.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

Good Stop in Lawrence

On March 6, 2018, Lawrence (MA) firefighters were dispatched to a report by police of a fully involved building on Chandler Street.

Engines 5, 6, and 7; Ladder 5; Rescue 1; and Deputy Wilson were sent on the initial alarm. When companies arrived, they found a large 1-1/2 story commercial auto shop well involved along with several cars and various other debris, including old tires.

Firefighters ran multiple big lines and went right into a defensive operation. A second alarm was requested after having special called Ladder 4 to the fire, which also brought additional help from their own Engine 9 along with engines from Methuen and Andover.

The fire did threaten a large multi-story commercial building on the C side but carefully placed lines and hard work prevented the fire from extending. Firefighters had the fire under control within an hour.

- Fire News photo by Kevin White

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Fire in the Fire House

An alert police officer reported flames coming from a second-floor window of the Whitney Avenue Fire Station in New Haven (CT) on March 23, 2018. Normally quartered in the two-story building, Squad 1 and Engine 8 were on another alarm when the fire was discovered. Companies responding encountered a fire condition on the A-B corner of the building and a heavy smoke condition throughout the entire second floor. Three lines were stretched as crews, under the command of Assistant Chief Mark Vendetto, made their way through acrid smoke to extinguish the one-alarm blaze. The station was quickly deemed to be uninhabitable by city building officials. Both Squad 1 and Engine 8 were displaced by the blaze and relocated to other area fire stations.

- Fire News photo by Doc Johnson

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Smithfield Car Fire

Smithfield (RI) Engine 2 fought a fully involved auto at the intersections of Brayton and and Rogler Farm Roads on February 21, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Harland Rd. Car Fire

Worcester 3 Alarm Taftville (CT) firefighters recently tackled a vehicle fire on Harland Road.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

Ashland Fire Displaces Dozens On February 9, 2018, Worcester (MA) firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire on West Street. Crews arrived to find fire in the basement of a large apartment building. After a short time, crews believed they knocked down the fire but it had extended through the walls and spread rapidly. They were hampered by frozen hydrants in the area. The fire worked its way through the roof before it could be contained.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Pembroke 2-Alarmer

On March 7, 2018, the Pembroke (MA) Fire Department responded to a two-alarm blaze on Chapel Street. Duxbury responded as mutual aid, and Kingston covered. The cause of the fire was believed to be a wood burning stove.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

The Ashland (MA) Fire Department was dispatched for a dishwasher fire on Joanne Drive on March 4, 2018. Companies arrived to find smoke showing from a three-story garden apartment.

Crews made entry and found a large volume of fire in a secondfloor apartment extending to the third floor. Multiple lines were stretched and, with conditions rapidly deteriorating, a second alarm and then a third was struck as the fire was extended into the attic, moved its way down the building and vented through the roof. All members were ordered out. A deck gun and aerial master stream were employed, then crews re-entered and extinguished any remaining fire. Multiple surrounding towns responded to assist.

One firefighter was transported with a minor injury, and dozens of residents were displaced.

- Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.

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Johnston Business Destroyed

On March 17, 2018, Johnston (RI) firefighters responded to River Avenue for a building fire. On arrival, Engine 1 reported a fully involved, single-story commercial building. Exterior operations were begun and, shortly afterwards, the entire building collapsed. One ladder pipe and several lines were stretched and operated. The building was occupied by RI Roof Truss and was a total loss. No injuries were reported.

- Fire News photos by Tom Carmody and Ken LaBelle

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Granville Commercial Fire

On February 3, 2018, Granville (MA) firefighters responded to a Sandisfield (MA); and East Granby, Granby, West Hartland and fire in a commercial shop on Granby Road. The single-story build- East Hartland (CT).

- Fire News photos by John DeForest, Jr. and Ed Harvey ing, housing a wood working shop, was fully involved on arrival.

Mutual aid came from Southwick, Tolland, Westfield and

Busy Day for Hartford

On February 24, 2018, Hartford (CT) firefighters fought two fires within minutes of each other. The first fire was dispatched for a fire on Zion Street, with reported people trapped. While hose lines were extinguishing this fire, another fire was reported on Brook Street in another section of the city (above).

- Fire News photos by Jim Peruta, CFPA and Sean Freiman

Close Call in Leominster On February 4, 2018, Leominster (MA) Engines 4, 3 and 2; Ladder 1; and Rescues 1 and 2 responded.

Deputy Chief Gary Ranno reported a three-story wood frame with heavy fire from the porches. A group recall and mutual aid was requested from Fitchburg. All occupants were out. Heavy fire along the B side of the building had the Engine 4 crew stretching a 2-1/2 inch line, Ladder 1, had a deck-gun on the side of the aerial, so a four-inch line was brought to feed the gun. With the fire still making headway, Chief of Department Robert Sideleau II struck a second alarm bringing in Sterling, Shirley and Lunenburg. With the fire taking over the cockloft, Chief Sideleau ordered an evacuation. As the tones went out, a Mayday was called by the lieutenant of Engine 2.

The crew was on the top floor making their way out when the fire came down with intensity and, when the lieutenant turned, his nozzle man wasn’t behind him. He had become caught up in the line but was able to free himself and bailed out down the stairs. He was able to get outside where he was evaluated by Med-Star Medic’s. The firefighter was able to remain on scene. Shortly after firefighters were able to make their way back inside and the overhaul began. Fifteen people were displaced.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

Fully Involved in South Windsor On March 20, 2018, South Windsor (CT) firefighters responded to a fire on Cliffwood Drive.

Crews arrived to a two-story brick/wood home fully involved. The occupants had escaped safely.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

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Wethersfield Truck Fire On February 7, 2018, Wethersfield (CT) firefighters were dispatched to Maple Street for a report by a neighbor of some type of structure fire. The first arriving engine found a snow plow truck with the engine compartment ablaze. The fire was quickly extinguished.

- Fire News photo by Jim Peruta, CFPA

Norton 3-Alarmer On March 30, 2018, Norton (MA) Fire responded to a fire in a apartment complex and arrived to heavy fire in the rear of the building. A second alarm was quickly sounded as the fire extended into the attic area and through the roof. A third alarm was transmitted and crews from Easton, Mansfield, North Attleboro, Attleboro, Rehoboth and Taunton assisted.

- Fire News photo by Bob Myers

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Duxbury 2-Alarm

Newtown Fire Spreads

Duxbury (MA) Fire Ladder 1 working at a second-alarm fire in Kingston.

- Fire News photo by Rob Reardon

On March 9, 2018, Newtown (CT) Fire companies were dispatched to Great Quarter Road for a heavy smoke condition in the area.

First arriving companies found a fire in a 1-1/2 story single-family home. The occupants were not home at the time. The fire spread to two floors through the walls before it was brought under control.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

Greenwich House Fire

On March 8, 2018, Greenwich (CT) firefighters responded to a report of a house fire on Sunshine Avenue in Greenwich. Crews arrived to smoke showing from the eaves. Firefighters quickly knocked down a fire in the attic and began to make a cut in the roof to check the voids. Units operating had to be aware of downed wires that parted from the house.

- Fire News photo by Jon Tenca

Sturbridge House Fire

On March 18, 2018, Sturbridge (MA) firefighters responded to a house fire on Shepard Road. The residents were not home at the time, however the family dog perished in the fire. Due to the lack of hydrants, multiple towns assisted in bringing water to the scene.

Crews made an aggressive interior attack under heavy fire condition. (Above): Southbridge Lieutenant Joe Hulyk exits the building after doing battle.

- Fire News photo by Paul LaRochelle

Quick Stop in Agwam

The Agwam (MA) Fire Department recently responded to a fire in an occupied home on Sutton Place. Firefighters made a quick knockdown.

- Fire News photo by John DeForest, Jr.

Vernon Garage Fire Extends

Vernon (CT) firefighters responded to Kenneth Drive on February 11, 2018, for a fire. Members struck a second alarm on arrival for heavy fire from the attached garage extending into the main part of the house.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

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New Britain 2-Alarm

On March 23, 2018, New Britain (CT) firefighters responded to a two-alarm fire on Maple Street. Mutual aid covered the city and assisted at the scene.

- Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley and Sean Freiman

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Providence Three-Car MVA Requires Extrication A Providence (RI) firefighter stands by with the extrication tools at a three-car MVA in a Walmart parking lot on Silver Spring Street on March 24, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Car Takes Out Pole in Haddam On March 13, 2018, Haddam (CT) Volunteer Fire Company responded to an MVA on Killingworth Road. In near white-out conditions, a driver heading southbound struck a utility pole. The pole snapped at the base and power was disrupted in the area. HVFC used Engines 6-13 and 3-13 to block a section of Killingworth Road and rerouted traffic to nearby roads while contractors assessed the damage. Crews ultimately replaced the entire utility pole. The driver of the vehicle was evaluated inside Engine 3-13 by EMS personnel. She refused additional medical treatment.

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

Fall River MVA On March 11, 2018, Fall River (MA) Engine 9, Ladder 4, Squad 11, Medic 2 and Car 2 responded to a MVA with a car into the house. One person was transported to the hospital after suffering a medical emergency while driving.

- Fire News photo by Bob Myers

Shelton 2-Car MVA On March 6, 2018, Shelton (CT) Fire Companies 4 and 1, along with Shelton Police and Echo Hose Ambulance, responded to River Road for a two-car MVA with one car on its side. Upon dispatch there were reports of people trapped and needing extrication. Once on scene, members helped the victims out of their vehicles but heavy extrication was not needed. Two ambulances were called to the scene and the victims were evaluated.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

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Car vs. Pole in Wolcott

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Wolcott (CT) Engine 4 responded to a single-car MVA with the car striking the utility pole and knocking it down. The occupant suffered minor injuries.

- Fire News photo by Rick Kulmann

Worcester Rollover MVA On March 17, 2018, Worcester (MA) firefighters responded to an MVA in which a truck, traveling west on Interstate 290 on March 17, 2018, left the roadway, crossed the on-ramp to Interstate 190 north, crashed through a guardrail, rolled over and came to rest on the Burncoat Street on-ramp to Interstate 290 west.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

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Auburn-Mass Pike MVA First responders were called to an MVA on the westbound Massachusetts Turnpike near the Auburn (MA) exit during rush hour between an SUV and a tractor trailer. The operator was pinned in the car for a short period of time.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Bridgeport MVA While Bridgeport Fire companies were still on scene of a structure fire on East Main Street, Bridgeport Fire Department Engine 4 was dispatched to Park Avenue for a reported MVA. Engine 4 found one car off the road into a telephone pole with heavy front end damage, airbag deployment, and damage to the pole. An AMR ambulance was requested to the scene along with police and utility workers.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

3 Injured in Mass Pike MVA On March 5, 2018, Charlton (MA) Fire responded to the Massachusetts Turnpike eastbound outside the rest area for a single-car MVA. State Police arrived first and found numerous patients, one of which, was pinned in the car. Charlton was already tied up on ambulance runs and mutual aid ambulances were called from Sturbridge, Southbridge and Auburn. Lifeflight was also requested to the scene. Command called for a heavy rescue out of Auburn. Crews from Charlton and Auburn went to work removing the car from the driver. Extrication time was a little over an hour.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Well, At Least the Snacks Were Still Good The Yantic (CT) and Occum Fire Departments of Norwich responded to State Route 395 South for a fire in a tractor-trailer with a well involved cab. Several area tankers were called to the limited access highway for water supply and the fire was held to the cab with no damage to the load of potato chips.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

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Kingston MVA Kingston (MA) personnel responded to Ring Road for an MVA. Medflight was called, but was unable to fly due to weather conditions. The patient was transported to South Shore Hospital.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

Rollover, Pole Down, Lights Out The Taftville (CT) Fire Department responded to the district line along with the Occum Fire Department for a single-vehicle rollover. A utility pole along with a transformer were destroyed and an area power outage was the result, with no injuries to the vehicle’s lone operator.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

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40 Displaced in Stamford Collapse

On March 2, 2018, Stamford (CT) 911 dispatch received over 1,200 emergency calls, a handfull of which were for a roof collapse on Myrtle Avenue. First arriving units found the front roof section of a four-story apartment building in the back of the neighboring pizza restaurant parking lot. Stamford firefighters made a quick search and found that no one was injured or trapped inside or outside of the building. Around 40 people were displaced because of the collapse.

- Fire News photo by Jon Tenca

Avon Tech Rescue

On February 9, 2018, Avon (MA) crews responded to a call of an injury of a homeless person camping in the woods of D.W. Field Park in Avon. The man was injured in a fall and was removed via a Stokes basket.

- Fire News photo by Bob Myers

Worker Injured in Glastonbury

Glastonbury (CT) crews responded to National Drive for a worker who fell from a one roof to a lower roof. The tower ladder bucket was used to remove the worker who suffered a leg injury.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

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Massport Assists Wolcott

On March 2 and 3, 2018, the Massachusetts coast was hit with severe coastal flooding by a Nor’easter. Massport Engine 1, from Logan Airport, assisted the Town of Winthrop Fire Department in rescuing stranded motorists from flooded streets.

- Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan

Nor’easter Blows Tree Through Whitman Home

On March 2, 2018, during a destructive Nor’easter, the Whitman (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported tree into a house on Commercial Street. Engine 243 and Car 3 arrived to find a large pine tree into a 1-1/2 story wood framed occupied dwelling. Live wires were down in the street and the front side of the house was being torn away from the rest of the house. Building and electrical inspectors were immediately requested to the scene. Firefighters entered the home and escorted two occupants out; neither were injured. It was being determined whether or not the building could be saved. Several other homes in Whitman were damaged by trees, but this suffered the most damage. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers

Sign on the Wires

During a Nor’easter on March 2, 2018, Stamford (CT) firefighters, along with Glenbrook Volunteer firefighters, responded to multiple calls for a large sign leaning on wires due to the high winds. Crews arrived on scene to find a large gas station sign hanging over live power lines. The area was quickly taped off and secured as firefighters awaited the power company.

- Fire News photo by Jon Tenca

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Southern New England Firefighters in Action

On February 28, 2018, Waterbury (CT) firefighters battled a fire in a vacant multiple family structure on High Street.

- Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty

A fire broke out in a Lincoln (RI) apartment house on Pleasant Street on the morning of March 31, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Deputy Chief Robert Plant Fire, of Ashburnham (MA) works around the interior of . a window at a recent fire by to pho s New e Fir Scott LaPrade

On February 26, 2018, Cohasset (MA) firefighters responded, along with crews from several mutual aid towns, to a secondalarm house fire. - Fire News photo by Bob Myers

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Southern New England Firefighters in Action

to Department responded The Natick (MA) Fire garage ed ach det a to t nex van fire Pinehurst Avenue for a 8.

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The City of Norwich (CT) Fire Department, along with a second-alarm assignment from Taftville and Laurel Hill, responded to a structural fire on Central Avenue.

- Fire News photo by Joe Shefer

Bellingham (MA) Fire Dep an odor of something bur artment received a call for ning at the Regal Cinem as on Hartford Avenue on April - Fire News photo by Ken 5, 2018.

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On the morning of Ma rch 3, 2018, Cranston (RI firefighters responded to a master box at a chu ) rch on Scituate Avenue - Fire News photo by Tom .

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On March 5, 2018, the Cambridge (MA) Fire Depart responded to a fire on Follen Street, in a five-sto ment ry brick-and-wood, occupi ed, apartment building.

- Fire News photo by Ow en Carrigan

On February 28, 2018, the Brockton (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported fire on North Montello Street.

- Fire News photo by Pat Travers

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Southern New England Firefighters in Action

A firefighter uses a thermal camera to search for hotspots, while operating at a kitchen fire in Occum (CT).

- Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA

patched to Dyer Fire Department was dis The Framingham (MA) cture fire on March 6, 2018.

Street for a stru Fortin, Jr. - Fire News photo by Jim

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Bridgeport (CT) second alarm fire on Madison Avenu e.

- Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA

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Live Fire Day at Plymouth Training

On February 24, 2018, recruits in the Plymouth (MA) County Training program participated in their live fire day.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

SCBA Re-Cert in Haddam On March 12, 2018, Haddam (CT) Volunteer Fire Company hosted a SCBA drill. Members with Interior Firefighter classifications must participate in a SCBA-proficiency drill four times a year. Members wore full gear and, while on air, tackled multiple obstacles including low-profile and entanglement boxes. “In this drill, we’re not only refreshing our basic SCBA skills, but we’re building muscle memory and proficiency in them,” said Assistant Chief Dan Sullivan. “The training obstacles aren’t easy, so when a firefighter completes the course, it instills confidence in their abilities.”

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

Worcester Recruits Train

Worcester (MA) recruit class 2018-1, already a month in, starts each day with PT. This week they received training on the roof and rotary saw, cutting wood and steel.

- Fire News photos by Paul LaRochelle

Worcester RIT Training Worcester (MA) firefighters conducted RIT training on a typical New England three-decker. The three-story frame houses are the bread-and-butter of the Worcester Fire Department. The balloon frame construction can be tricky to attack but the WFD makes quick work of them. The building used was scheduled for demolition.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

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Ice Rescue Drill

Lincoln (RI) firefighters participated in an ice rescue drill on Old River Road on February 8, 2018. Engines 3 and 8, Squad 2, Ladder 2, and Rescues 1 and 2 participated.

- Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle

Hartford Recruits Train Hartford’s (CT) newest Recruit Class #25 took part in SCBA drills on March 28, 2018. They graduate at the end of June 2018.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

Plympton Trains On February 18, 2018, Plympton (MA) firefighters held a training session on Main Street.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

Haddam Ice Rescue Drill Members of Haddam (CT) Volunteer Fire Company participated in an ice rescue drill on February 19, 2018, at a local reservoir.

During the drill, members took turns sliding a rapid transport sled across the ice to where a victim had fallen in. The rescuer helped pull the victim from the water and strapped his body to the transport sled. Using ropes, firefighters on shore pulled the sled, victim and the rescuer to shore. Pictured playing the “victim” is Lt. Mike Mancuso and the rescuer is Firefighter Zachary Ouellette. Capt. Jed Morrisey taught the Monday evening drill.

- Fire News photo by Olivia Drake

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Cambridge at Toscano Memorial Dedication Members of the Cambridge (MA) Fire Department at the memorial dedication in Watertown for Firefighter Joseph Toscano on March 17, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan

Saluting the Fallen Photographer Coral Riggiero was visiting her husband at work when a motorcade honoring a fallen Connecticut State Trooper passed. Her daughter, Gianna, thought the trooper deserved her salute.

- Fire News photo by Coral Ruggiero

Four-Legged Firefighters Respond Too Kenna of the Riverton Fire Department on scene of a structure fire in Winsted (CT).

- Submitted by Tyler O’Neil

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Reading Plays Bruins Alumni in Fundraiser

On February 10, 2018, the Reading Fire and Ice Hockey team hosted a charity hockey game at Burbank Ice Arena against the Boston Bruins Alumni hockey team. Proceeds from the sale of admission tickets were being donated to the victims of a six-alarm fire in Reading on Sanborn Street on June 1, 2017. While the Bruins Alumni emerged victorious, the Reading Firefighters put up a good fight and a great time was had by all participants, as well as the packed house in the stands.

- Fire News photos by Kevin White

Reading Fire Lieutenant Scott Myette, the Reading Fire & Ice Team Captain, shakes hands with Boston Bruins legend and team captain Terry O’Reilly.

Worcester’s White Promoted to Deputy Worcester (MA) District Chief Andrew White during his promotion to Deputy Chief of Operations has his new badge pinned on by his son Firefighter Dennis White.

- Fire News photo by Paul LaRochelle

Leominster’s Gendron Retires Lieutenant John Gendron cuts his cake after 31 years with the Leominster Fire Department. John was assigned to the Fire Prevention Unit and his last day on the job was March 23, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

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Hartford 2018 Promotions

Hartford (CT) promotional ceremony on February 1, 2018. The department promoted 73 members to Deputy Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Pumper driver, Ladder driver, Chiefs Aide and other support personnel positions.

- Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley

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Watertown Memorial for FF Toscano

Watertown (MA) Firefighter Joseph Toscano died in the line of duty battling a house fire on March 17, 2017. On the first anniversary of his death, a memorial dedication was held at an intersection closest to the fire which took his life.

- Fire News photos by Owen Carrigan

Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade

Cromwell (CT) firefighters marching in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. - Fire News photos by Scott LaPrade Deputy Fire Chief James McCloughlin on his motorcycle for the St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Springfield (MA) firefighters before marching in the Hartford (CT) St. Patrick’s Day parade.

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28th Annual Firefighter of the Year Awards

On November 21, 2017, Governor (MA) Charlie Baker and Public Safety Secretary Daniel Bennett joined State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey to honor firefighters from 22 Massachusetts fire departments for heroic acts of bravery at the 28th annual Firefighter of the Year Awards ceremony, held at Worcester’s Mechanics Hall. The event was emceed by WCVB’s Maria Stephanos.

This year’s awardees are: Medal of Honor: Watertown - Firefighter Joseph A. Toscano, (posthumously).

Medals of Valor: Boston - Lt. Edward J. Glasheen; Braintree - Lt. James Lochiatto, Firefighter Mark McCabe, Firefighter Keith Walsh; Brockton - Lieutenant Christopher O’Reilly, Firefighter Zachary S. Davis; Brookline - Captain Kevin Francis, Firefighter James Clinton; Holyoke - Truck 1: Lieutenant Philip Kraus, Firefighter Anthony Deroy, Firefighter Daniel Spafford; Mansfield - Captain John Terry, Firefighter/Paramedic Justin Sliney; Norwood - Lieutenant Jeffrey Campilio and Firefighter George Burton.

Norman Knight Award for Excellence in Community Service: Lowell - Firefighter Kevin Jones; Uxbridge - Deputy Chief Steven R. Tancrell; Wellesley - Lieutenant Paul Delaney.

Individual Awards for Meritorious Conduct: Douglas - Lieutenant Gerard Connell; Lawrence - Firefighter Peter Humphrey; Middleborough - Chief Lance Benjamino; Pittsfield - Lieutenant Michael D’Avella, Probationary Firefighter Jarrett Robitaille Group Awards for Meritorious Conduct: Boston - Lieutenant Michael F. O’Connor, Acting Lieutenant Stephen V. Mark, Firefighter Robert E. Barrett, Firefighter William G. Carey, Firefighter Sean Connolly, Firefighter Gary R. Dardia, Firefighter Ronald J. Holmes, Firefighter Brian J. Kirk, Firefighter Nathaniel C. LeBlanc, Firefighter Michael J. McManus, Firefighter James T. Nee, and Firefighter Sean D. Shea.

Brockton - Firefighter Benjamin Denny, and Firefighter Victor A. Soto-Perez Cambridge - Deputy Chief Michael J. Morrissey, Act. Deputy Chief Raymond E. Vaillancourt, Captain Charles M. Anderson, Captain Philip G. Arsenault, Captain Charles F. Murphy, Lieutenant Brian D. Albert, Lieutenant Thomas G. Cauchon, Lieutenant Michael A. Donovan, Lieutenant James A. Drewicz, Lieutenant Robert J. Jutras, Lieutenant David B. McKinley, Lieutenant Christopher J. Melendy, Lieutenant Kyle M. Schweinshaut, Act. Lieutenant Hugh F. Devlin, Act. Lieutenant

Shawn P. Flanagan, Act. Lieutenant Ameer A. Moustafa, Act. Lieutenant John T. Pasquarello, Firefighter Matthew E. Ansello, Firefighter Murphy Aquaro, Firefighter William Barry Jr., Firefighter Zachary J. Bennett, Firefighter Renrick R. Clarke, Firefighter Laura J. Coipel, Firefighter Stephanie Crayton, Firefighter James M. Encalada, Firefighter Tyler D. English, Firefighter Silvio Estrada, Firefighter Richard M. Feliciano, Firefighter Reed M. Frailey, Firefighter Patrick D. Headley, Firefighter Richard Rycroft Jr., Firefighter Jeffrey C. Keefe, Firefighter James B. Kennedy, Firefighter Stephon B. Kinn, Firefighter John L. Magee, Firefighter Shayne McDonald, Firefighter Kyle J. McLaughlin, Firefighter John J. McMahon, Firefighter R. Nicholas Menard, Firefighter Cameron R. Moyer, Firefighter Daniel A. Nugent, Firefighter Clemente J. Pinto, Firefighter Jon W. Powers, Firefighter Adam M. Shuman, Firefighter Charles M. Stewart, Firefighter Robert F. Sullivan, Firefighter Aaron Young, Firefighter/Aide Robert A. Bruno, and Firefighter/Aide Henry A. Sisco Jr. Hyannis - Captain William Rex, Lieutenant Jeff Lamothe, Lieutenant David Webb, Firefighter Wendy Austin, Firefighter John Dailey, Firefighter Paul Medeiros, Firefighter Chris Murphy, Firefighter Pete Nagorka, Firefighter Kyle Wiley.

Holyoke - Deputy Chief David O'Connor, Captain James Cadigan, Firefighter Lawrence Jackson Jr., and Firefighter James Tourigny.

Lowell - Captain Robert Beane, Lieutenant Sean Quealy, Firefighter Michael Dexter, Firefighter Matthew Newell.

Turners Falls, Gill - Turners Falls: Captain Michael Currie, Gill: Firefighter Eric Vassar.

Westwood, Canton, Dedham, & Walpole - Westwood Fire Department: Captain/Paramedic Richard Cerullo, Lieutenant/EMT Michael Ford , Firefighter/Paramedic Ian Brown Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Crawford, Firefighter/Paramedic Robert Kilroy, Firefighter/Paramedic Jordan Morgan, and Firefighter/Paramedic Craig Templeton. Canton Fire Department: Captain/EMT Wendel Robery, Firefighter/EMT John Buckley, Firefighter/Paramedic Keith Flavin, Firefighter/EMT Jeff O’Brien. Dedham Fire Department: Lieutenant/EMT Michael Huff, Firefighter Steven Burke, Firefighter/EMT Justin Callaghan, Firefighter Kevin O'Brien. Norwood Fire Department: Lieutenant/EMT David Hayes, Firefighter/Paramedic George Burton, Firefighter/Paramedic Brian Donoghue, Firefighter/Paramedic Chris Fuller, Firefighter/EMT Nick Murphy,

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Firefighter/Paramedic Pat Moloney. Walpole Fire Department: Lieutenant/Paramedic David Emswiler, Firefighter/Paramedic Donavan Minutolo, Firefighter/EMT Thomas Morandi, Firefighter/Paramedic Christopher Shea.

Stephen D. Coan Fire Marshal Award: Western Massachusetts Safety and Fire Education Association. Chicopee Lieutenant Katherine Collins-Kalbaugh; Palmer Firefighter Laurie Rocco; Holyoke Lieutenant Maria Pelchar; Hatfield Firefighters Greg Dibrindisi and Edwin McGlew; Agawam Firefighter Pam Murphy; Northampton

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Firefighter Natalie Stollmyer; Southwick Fire Chief Russell Anderson and Fire Educator Lisa Anderson; Springfield Lieutenant Neil Hawley (ret.) and Firefighters Warren Barnett, Willie Spears, and Pablo Flores; Belchertown Firefighter Craig Bodamer; Orange Firefighter Meaghan Ahearn; South Hadley District #1 Chief William Judd (ret.), Lieutenant Jason Houle, Firefighter Evan Briant; South Hadley District #2 Firefighter Donald May; Ware Deputy Chief Edward Wholch; Angela Erti, Angela's Imprints; Kelly Kelly, BMC Healthnet; Loren Davine, NoFIRES. - Fire News photos by Liz Feitelberg

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Springfield Get New Commish

The Springfield (MA) Fire Department has a new Fire Commissioner, BJ Calvi.

His contract is for a five-year term. Calvi replaced Joseph Conant.

- Fire News photos by John DeForest, Jr.

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Reading’s Nash Retires

On March 30, 2018, Captain Rick Nash will have worked his last shift as Captain at the North Reading Fire Department, where he proudly worked for 44 years. Captain Nash was also a call firefighter in neighboring Middleton for 50 years.

During the last eight years of his storied career, he was able to work with and mentor his son, Brian Nash who is also a Firefighter/ Paramedic in North Reading.

The members of NRFD held a retirement dinner for Captain Nash to

celebrate with dozens of coworkers, friends and dignitaries. He was presented with a citation of recognition signed by Governor Charlie Baker, a gold retirement badge presented by Chief Donald Stats and, from his son, a framed log book opened to his father’s first shift at 0800 on April 15, 1974. Captain Nash epitomized what it meant to be a true professional, a great fire officer, friend and family man. He will be sorely missed but there’s no doubt the knowledge he passed on to his colleagues will carry on.

- Fire News photos by Kevin White

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Class 68 & 69 Graduate State Training Program

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Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Director David C. Evans presented certificates of completion to members of the Call/Volunteer Recruit Firefighter Training Class #69 on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, and Class #68 on Thursday, March 1, 2018, in an evening ceremony at the Pentucket Regional High School in West Newbury (MA).

The 25 graduates of Class #69 — four women and 21 men — represent 13 fire departments; Boxford, Essex, Georgetown, H a m i l t o n , Ly n n f i e l d , M a n c h e s t e r, Merrimac, Nahant, Newburyport, Pepperell, Rowley, Salisbury, Sherborn, Topsfield, Wenham, and West Newbury.

The 39 graduates of Class #68 — seven women and 32 men — represented 16 fire departments; Boxford, Essex, Georgetown, H a m i l t o n , Ly n n f i e l d , M a n c h e s t e r, Merrimac, Nahant, Newburyport, Pepperell, Rowley, Salisbury, Sherborn, Topsfield, Wenham, and West Newbury.

- Submitted by Jennifer Mieth, Dept. of Fire Services

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Up Close & Personal

Lenox (MA) firefighters take time out to chat after a house fire on January 19, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ed Harvey

On the morning of March 19, 2018, Providence (RI) firefighters responded for a house fire on Ring Street.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

On February 24, 2018, recruits in the Plymouth (MA) County Training program participated in their live fire day.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

Members of Cranston’s (RI) HazMat team, as well as teams from Warwick, Providence and Woonsocket preparing to recieve Cranston firefighters at a January 29, 2018 fire.

- Fire News photo by Tom Carmody

New Haven (CT) Chief assists a displaced woman after a March 14, 2018 fire on Winthrop Avenue.

- Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA

Wakefield (MA) Firefighter David Robidoux takes a breather after overhauling inside a Furness Circle fire on January 26, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Kevin White

Sandy Hook (CT) Fire Rescue Chief Halstead operating at a recent house fire in Newtown on Great Quarter Road on March 9, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

Fitchburg (CT) Firefighter John Girouard.

- Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade

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Up Close & Personal

Hartford (CT) Engine 1 members at a fire on Marshall Street on March 21, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley

On February 18, 2018, Plympton (MA) firefighters held a training session on Main Street.

- Fire News photo by John Sjostedt

Worcester (MA) firefighters after a fire on Kendrick Avenue on March 12, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Paul Shea

Firefighters from Massachusetts and Rhode Island attended the funeral for fallen FDNY Lieutenant Michael Davidson of Engine 69 in Harlem (NY) on March 27, 2018. (Left to right): Captain Ken LaBelle of Rescue 1 of Lincoln (RI) Fire Department; and Firefighters Scott LaPrade (Ladder 1) and Jon Williams (Rescue 1) of the Leominster (MA) Fire Department.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Scott LaPrade

A small bathroom fire extended to the second floor on Killingly Street in Johnston (RI) on March 31, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Deputy Chief James Puleo of Mansfield Fire at a three-alarm fire in Norton (MA).

- Fire News photo by Bob Myers

A room and contents fire broke out in a North Providence (RI) quadplex townhouse on Stone Trail on April 4, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle

Bridgeport (CT) Chief of Department Rich Thode (right) and Engineer Jay Petrusitis at an all-hands fire on Putnam Street on February 21, 2018.

- Fire News photo by Keith Muratori

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