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The Evolving Landscape of the Fire Service: Education, Training, and Technology in the United States

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Letter from the President

Spring 2025

Welcome to the Spring 2025 issue of the Protector! I hope this greeting finds you safe and warm as we look forward to the warmer weather of Spring and Summer.

Volume 41 Number 1 The PFIA Protector is printed quarterly by the Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association. The Executive and Editorial Offices are located at 101 E. 116th Street, Carmel, IN 46032 Local: 317-581-1913 or toll-free: 1-800-221-PFIA (7342) Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rebekah Brownson

Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John E. Murphy Senior Vice President, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Executive Secretary . . . . . Bradd Roembke Vice President, Treasurer . Eric Hofmeister

Board of Directors Mike Carrigan . . . . . . . . Littleton, Colorado Ruben Cevallos . . . . . . . San Antonio, Texas Myles Christie . . . . . . . . . Augusta, Georgia Thomas Clines . . . . . . . . . . Fishers, Indiana Tom Evans . . . . . . . . Cattaragus, New York Raymond Gallardo . . . . . . . . Ankeny, Iowa Edward Griffith III . . . . . Brick, New Jersey Eric Hofmeister . . . . . . Indianapolis, Indiana Gerald Housel . . . . . . . . Speedway, Indiana Mark S. Kemp . . . . . New Palestine, Indiana David G. Lentz . . . . . . . . . Slidell, Louisiana John Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carmel, Indiana Steve D. Murphy . . . . . . . Indianapolis, Indiana Bradd Roembke . . . New Palestine, Indiana Don Trejbal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Akron, Ohio Legal Counsel . . . . . . . . . . John D. Hoover

Calling all high school seniors and college students!

Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association will be awarding $600,000 in college scholarships again this year! Our scholarship program funds 100 scholarships for college students each year. Dependent children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of living members can qualify for a scholarship to assist in their pursuit of advanced education. If the student makes satisfactory progress toward the completion of their program of studies, the scholarship is renewable for up to three years. PFIA has awarded $13,146,500 dollars in scholarships to 3,609 students since beginning this program in 1987. Contact your local representative for deadlines and more information on how to apply.

PFIA has additional fraternal benefits available to members at no cost.

Among these are our Orphan’s Income Benefit, Orphan’s Scholarship Program, Family Fraternal Benefit, Uninsurable Child Benefit, Memorial Fund, Reward Fund, Heroes Hall of Fame, Meritorious Service Award, and Community Service Award.

The beginning of the new year is a great time to review your coverage, contact information and beneficiaries. Life changes, and so may your coverage needs. You may have moved, purchased a home, gotten married, or welcomed new children. You may now require more, or perhaps less coverage than last year. Be sure we have your correct address and beneficiary information. Reviewing your coverage as you approach retirement is also a good idea. Contact your local representative to become a new member, update your coverage or add one of our protection plans designed for police, firefighters, and corrections officers.

In closing, I would like to give a special thank you to all our hard-working Home Office employees. They work tremendously hard to ensure our members receive outstanding service! We all work together to live up to our motto: “Each Other’s Keeper.”

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The fire service in the United States is undergoing significant changes due to advancements in education, training, and technology.

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a letter from the editor

Hello Members,

As we step into a brand-new year, I want to take a moment to extend my warmest greetings and express my gratitude for your continued support. Each year brings fresh opportunities, challenges, and moments of growth, and 2025 is no exception. I am honored to embark on this journey with all of you, working together to share information from communities across the country and uphold the values of our law enforcement officers and firefighters.

Looking ahead, we have an exciting year in store. We will continue to highlight the incredible work of our members, share industry insights, and provide resources that empower and inspire. Whether you are a longtime member or new to our Association, know that your contributions and engagement are what make us thrive.

We encourage you to stay connected, participate in events, and share your thoughts with us—your feedback and involvement shape the direction of our efforts.

If you have any photos or stories you’d like to see featured in The Protector, please reach out to your representative or contact me directly. For any questions, feel free to contact me Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

REBEKAH BROWNSON

This is also a great time to ensure your student qualifies for our scholarship program. This is our 38th year of awarding scholarships to children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association members. Each scholarship provides $1,500 per year for up to four years of undergraduate study. Applications will be available online beginning March 15.

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Thank you all for your dedication, passion, and commitment. May this year bring you success, fulfillment, and countless moments of joy. Let’s make 2025 a year to remember!

Sincerely,

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PRIVACY POLICY Your privacy is important to us. Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association has been committed to protecting your privacy and earning your trust since 1913.

We respect your right to keep your information confidential and avoid unwanted solicitations. Please read this notification to learn how we handle your personal information.

Types of information that we collect: We collect information about you to help us serve your financial and fraternal needs, provide customer service, offer new products or services, and fulfill legal and regulatory requirements.

Application information: This is information we receive from you on applications and other forms. It includes your name, address, social security number, date of birth, employment, gender, marital status, prior insurance information, home ownership, and medical history.

Consumer report information: This is information we receive from a consumer-reporting agency and is used to confirm or supplement application information. It includes credit report information and personal history information.

Medical information: This is information we receive from your personal physician and hospitals. Information is used to determine the premium applicable to the insurance coverage you have requested.

Parties to whom we disclose information: We may disclose information to non-affiliated third parties only as permitted by law. For example, we may disclose information in response to a subpoena or to comply with an inquiry by a government agency or regulator.

Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association does not have affiliates and we never sell lists of names and addresses of our members, either current or past.

Confidentiality and Security: Access to your records is limited to our employees who must use that information to provide insurance and fraternal services to you. Our employees have been instructed and trained to exercise the highest level of confidentiality regarding all personal, non-public information, which they may be required to handle in performing their job. We maintain physical and procedural safeguards that comply with federal regulations to guard your non-public personal information.

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PFIA REMEMBERS OUR FALLEN HEROES

WE PAY OUR RESPECTS TO OUR

FALLEN HEROES Police Officer David Lee St. Louis Metro. Police Department, MO 18-year veteran Police Officer David Lee was struck and killed by a vehicle while assisting at a crash scene on eastbound I-70, just east of the Adelaide Avenue exit.

He was setting out flares when an approaching vehicle struck him. The driver was speeding on a wet road when he started to spin and lost control of his car. During the spin, he hit Officer Lee, pinning him between the driver’s vehicle and another vehicle before the impact threw him several feet.

Officer Lee was transported to SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital where he succumbed to injuries.

The 24-year-old driver, who was in the United States illegally and was on probation for a domestic battery conviction, was apprehended. He was charged with the DWI death of a law enforcement officer, exceeding the posted speed limit, and operating a vehicle on a highway without a valid license.

Officer Lee had served with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department for 18 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Sergeant David Poirrier Baton Rouge Police Department, LA 17-year veteran Sergeant David Poirrier and Corporal Scotty Canezaro were killed in a helicopter crash in a field off North Winterville Road, near U.S. 190 at Erwinville.

The crew of the Robinson R-44 helicopter was sent to assist in the pursuit of a fleeing vehicle around 2 a.m.

The subject was arrested and charged with manslaughter.

Sergeant Poirrier had served with the Baton Rouge Police Department for 17 years and was assigned to the Air Support Unit. He is survived by his wife and daughter.

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Sergeant Philip Dale Nix Greensboro Police Department, NC 23-year veteran Sergeant Philip Nix was off duty when he was shot and killed when he attempted to intervene in a crime that he witnessed while at a gas station at 3202 Sandy Ridge Road in Colfax.

One of the subjects involved in the crime shot Sergeant Nix before all the subjects fled in a vehicle to the nearby interstate. Another off-duty officer and an off-duty paramedic who were also at the gas station immediately rendered aid to Sergeant Nix, but he succumbed to his wounds.

Three suspects were arrested the following day in Winston-Salem. The man who shot Sergeant Nix was charged with first-degree murder, larceny, and conspiracy to commit larceny. The other two suspects were charged with accessory after the fact to firstdegree murder and other charges.

Sergeant Nix had served with the Greensboro Police Department for 23 years and was assigned to the Family Victims Unit. He is survived by his wife, children, and parents.

Police Officer Michael Horan Greensboro Police Department, NC 7-year veteran Police Officer Michael Horan was shot and killed while responding to a call of a man with a firearm at the Food Lion at 4709 Lawndale Drive in Greensboro.

The suspect was apprehended and is in custody.

Officer Horan was a United States Coast Guard veteran and had served with the Greensboro Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and children.

Firefighter Marcelo Garcia, III Houston Fire Department, NC 10-year veteran On, November 6, 2024, firefighters were at the scene of a commercial structure fire.

At approximately 11:05 p.m. a mayday was transmitted for a wall collapse. Firefighter Marcelo Garcia and another firefighter were immediately rescued and transported to the Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Firefighter Garcia passed away from the injuries he sustained in the collapse. The other firefighter has since been released.

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The Evolving Landscape of the Fire Service: Education, Training, and Technology in the United States

The fire service in the United States is undergoing significant changes due to advancements in education, training, and technology. These developments are reshaping how firefighters respond to emergencies, engage in professional development, and utilize cutting-edge tools to improve safety and efficiency. As communities grow and challenges

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evolve, the fire service must adapt to ensure firefighters are well-prepared to meet the needs of the public.

Education: A Shift Toward Higher Learning Historically, firefighting was considered a trade that relied primarily on on-the-job experience.

However, modern fire departments are increasingly emphasizing formal education as an essential component of career development. Many departments now require firefighters to pursue higher education in fire science, emergency management, or public administration to advance in their careers.

flashover simulators to expose firefighters to reallife conditions in a safe, controlled environment.

These exercises help personnel develop situational awareness, decision-making skills, and hands-on experience with firefighting equipment (National Fire Academy [NFA], 2023).

Degree Programs and Certifications

However, safety concerns and environmental restrictions have led to an increased reliance on alternative training methods. One of the most significant advancements is the use of virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) training simulations.

These technologies allow firefighters to experience a variety of emergency scenarios, including structural fires, hazardous materials incidents, and mass casualty events, without the risks associated with live fire training (International Association of Fire Chiefs [IAFC], 2023).

Colleges and universities across the United States offer associate’s, bachelor’s, and even master’s degrees in fire science and related fields. These programs provide firefighters with important knowledge in fire behavior, building construction, hazardous materials, and leadership. Many departments also encourage or mandate certifications from organizations like the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) (NFPA, 2022; IFSAC, 2023).

Specialized Training for New Threats

The trend toward formal education is driven by several factors, including the complexity of modern firefighting and the growing need for skilled leadership. Higher education equips firefighters with problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding of fire prevention strategies, which ultimately improve public safety (Federal Emergency Management Agency [FEMA], 2023).

The modern fire service is not limited to fighting fires. Firefighters today must be prepared for a wide range of emergencies, including active shooter incidents, natural disasters, and hazardous material spills. As a result, many departments are incorporating specialized training programs into their curriculum (Department of Homeland Security [DHS], 2023).

Integration of Fire Science in Academia

For example, the increasing frequency of wildfires in the western United States has led to expanded wildland firefighting training. Firefighters receive instruction in fire behavior prediction, evacuation procedures, and air support coordination. Similarly, departments in urban areas are focusing on hazardous materials response and technical rescue operations, ensuring their personnel are equipped to handle complex situations beyond traditional firefighting duties (U.S. Forest Service, 2023).

Another main shift in fire service education is the increased collaboration between academic institutions and fire departments. Universities are partnering with fire agencies to conduct research on fire dynamics, safety procedures, and risk management. This integration of scientific principles with practical experience enhances firefighter preparedness and helps develop new, evidence-based tactics for fire suppression and rescue operations (National Institute of Standards and Technology [NIST], 2023).

Training: Enhancing Real-World Preparedness Training has always been a foundation of the fire service, but advances in simulation, virtual reality, and specialized programs are revolutionizing how firefighters receive and maintain their skills.

Live Fire Training and Tactical Simulations Traditional live fire training remains a vital component of firefighter education. Fire departments use controlled burn structures and

Technology: Revolutionizing Firefighting Operations The fire service is experiencing a technological revolution, with new tools and equipment enhancing firefighter safety, efficiency, and effectiveness.

From drones to data analytics, these innovations are transforming how departments respond to emergencies.

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cameras, drones provide real-time aerial views of fire scenes, helping incident commanders make informed decisions. They are particularly useful for assessing large-scale disasters, such as wildfires and industrial fires, where situational awareness is critical (Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], 2023).

Robotics is also playing a growing role in firefighting. Remote-controlled firefighting robots can enter hazardous environments, reducing risks for human firefighters. These robots are very useful in industrial fires, where extreme heat or toxic conditions make it dangerous for personnel to operate (Robotics in Firefighting Report, 2023).

Smart PPE and Wearable Technology Personal protective equipment (PPE) has advanced significantly in recent years. Modern turnout gear incorporates heat-resistant materials, integrated communication systems, and built-in sensors that monitor firefighters’ vital signs and exposure to dangerous conditions. Smart PPE can detect dangerous gases, measure air quality, and alert firefighters to potential hazards in real-time (NFPA PPE Standards, 2023).

Wearable technology, such as biometric monitoring devices, is also enhancing firefighter safety. These devices track heart rate, body temperature, and hydration levels, allowing incident commanders to monitor firefighters’ physical condition and prevent heat exhaustion or cardiac events, which are among the leading causes of firefighter fatalities (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2023).

Data-Driven Decision Making Fire departments are increasingly utilizing data analytics to improve response times, resource allocation, and incident management. Computeraided dispatch (CAD) systems, predictive analytics, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) help departments analyze trends, optimize response strategies, and identify high-risk areas in their communities (National Fire Data Center, 2023).

For example, some fire departments use predictive modeling to anticipate fire risks based on weather patterns, building materials, and historical data. By leveraging this technology, fire departments can deploy resources more efficiently and proactively engage in fire prevention efforts (Smart Cities Fire Safety Initiative, 2023).

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Electric and Alternative Fuel Fire Apparatus As sustainability becomes a priority, fire departments are exploring electric and hybrid fire engines.

Traditional fire trucks rely on diesel fuel, but new electric models reduce emissions and operating costs. Several cities have already integrated electric fire apparatus into their fleets, testing their performance in real-world scenarios (Green Firefighting Report, 2023).

Alternative fuel technologies, such as hydrogen-powered fire engines, are also being researched.

These innovations align with broader environmental initiatives while maintaining the operational capabilities necessary for emergency response (Environmental Protection Agency [EPA], 2023).

The Future of the Fire Service The fire service is in a period of rapid transformation, driven by advancements in education, training, and technology. As firefighters take on increasingly complex roles, formal education and continuous learning will be essential for career advancement and operational effectiveness.

Training programs will continue to evolve, incorporating cutting-edge simulations and specialized courses to address emerging threats.

Ultimately, the future of the fire service depends on its ability to integrate these advancements while maintaining the core mission of protecting life and property. By investing in education, refining training methodologies, and leveraging technology, the fire service in the United States will continue to evolve, ensuring it meets the challenges of the 21st century and beyond. ■

TIMELINE

PRESERVING THE HISTORY OF

First Responders

How prisons helped after Pearl Harbor The world was forever changed after the Pearl Harbor attack on Dec. 7, 1941. As President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, it’s a “date that will live in infamy.”

When the United States entered World War II after Pearl Harbor, people in the community as well as those serving sentences in California prisons got to work to help the war effort.

One of the most well-documented efforts comes from San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. The incarcerated population assembled heavy anti-submarine nets as well as cargo nets. They also sorted thousands of ration books to be delivered to the community.

The institution observed black-outs along with surrounding coastal communities, turning off lights to prevent night-time air attacks.

War effort involved supplies, ration books and war bonds In 1943, with the war effort in full swing, the men and women serving time in California prisons assisted as best they could given their situation.

They also purchased war bonds and sewed U.S. flags. To show appreciation for all their efforts, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt visited San Quentin.

“The First Lady (will tour) San Quentin to view the war efforts being made there,” reported the San Anselmo Herald, April 8, 1943. “A half holiday will be declared for (the incarcerated) the warden says, and (3,000) men will gather in the main auditorium to hear a brief message from Mrs. Roosevelt.”

The Associated Press reported, Roosevelt took “keen interest in the cargo nets being manufactured; in the cargo slings being made from salvaged materials (and) in the cafeteria trays supplied to war camp mess halls. Various groups of prisoners stood in the prison yards and to each group Roosevelt smiled and waved.”

Johnny White represented the incarcerated population when he spoke to the crowd over the prison’s public address system.

“Only in America would such a high person enter San Quentin prison and talk to a group of inmates,” he said. “It is for such an America that inmates of San Quentin prison have purchased $130,000 worth of war stamps and bonds. It is for such an America that we gladly sacrifice 75 percent of our regular commissary allotments to make those purchases.”

At California Institution for Women, the incarcerated women sewed clothing and flags in addition to donating canned food.

By: Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor Office of Public and Employee Communications. https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/ insidecdcr/2023/12/07/ how-prisons-helpedafter-pearl-harbor-attack/

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THE BODY SHOP

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Protect Lung Health for Firefighters and First Responders Firefighters and Lung Disease Respiratory diseases remain a significant health issue for firefighters and emergency responders who face increased exposure to gases, chemicals and smoke in the line of duty. Firefighters should go through periodic lung function tests, or pulmonary function tests (PFTs), to ensure they are healthy enough to do their job safely and help identify early warning signs of lung disease.

Why Are Firefighters at Increased Risk for Lung Disease?

During the combustion of burning materials, firefighters are exposed to potentially hazardous concentrations of toxic agents such as carbon monoxide, benzene, hydrogen cyanide, asbestos, as well as diesel exhaust and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) which are known to have the potential to cause cancer. Firefighters are at a higher risk to develop chronic issues, including lingering cough, hoarseness, asthma, and allergies. In more extreme cases, firefighters may be diagnosed with a multitude of cancers, including lung or bronchial, as well as chronic interstitial, autoimmune and constrictive diseases that affect the respiratory system.

One of the many pollutants found in smoke is particle pollution, which is a mix of tiny solid and liquid particles suspended in air so small that they enter and lodge deep in the lungs. Firefighters can inhale smoke and a wide range of toxic chemicals that may be present in a burning building.

Firefighters face ongoing threats from responding to disasters. Many first responders to the site of the terrorist attack on Twin Towers in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001, have developed different variants of asthma, acute rhinitis, sinusitis, sore throat, acute

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cough and other lung diseases. With the increased number of mega wildfires due to climate change, firefighters are now battling more urban fires and exposures to carcinogens and asphyxiants and other irritants from burning buildings, cars, furniture, and other toxic substances.

Firefighters are also exposed to diesel exhaust from idling trucks in the station. Diesel is a known carcinogen.

It is important that firefighters understand how to take care of their lungs and what to look for if they suspect any health issues.

Lung Health Effects of Firefighting Exposure to pollutants during firefighting can impact many of the body systems and the health effects may be extensive. In this section, we are going to focus primarily on health effects that impact the respiratory system. Talk to your doctor to learn more about other potential health impacts.

Short Term:

How to Reduce Your Risk

Simply put, in the short term, smoke inhalation from firefighting irritates the airways. This may present as:

Exposure and risk levels depend on building material, materials stored in the building, fire conditions (like temperature and oxygen availability) and the phase of the fire. The knockdown phase typically has a higher exposure to irritants compared to the overhaul phase.

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Coughing

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Wheezing

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Phlegm

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Shortness of breath

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Exacerbation or worsening of other lung diseases like asthma

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Bronchitis

Long Term:

The long-term respiratory effects of firefighting are still being studied. Current data show firefighting can result in: •

An increased risk of death from cancer, including lung cancer. Lung cancer screening is recommended for individuals who meet certain highrisk criteria. Right now, this criterion does not take occupational exposure into consideration.

Learn if you are eligible for lung cancer screening based on your age and smoking history and talk to your doctor about your cancer screening options.

• An increased risk of death from COPD with increasing fire-hours.

There are a few steps you can take to reduce your risk of lung disease.

1. Work with your employer to ensure access to the appropriate protective equipment. Make sure you are using it correctly and whenever it is indicated.

2. Attend repeated trainings on how to minimize your exposure to harmful chemicals.

Early Warning Signs of Lung Disease There are many early warning signs of lung disease. A persistent cough or slight wheeze may not seem like something serious, but it is important that firefighters pay attention to even mild symptoms.

Learn more about the warning signs here. Tell your doctor your complete medical history, including how many years you have been firefighting. Also pay attention to any decline in lung function revealed on your periotic lung function tests, which may be part of your regular physical offered by your department. https://www.lung.org/help-support/ corporate-wellness/firefighters-lunghealth

3. Reduce your exposure to lung irritants outside of work.

Don’t smoke or vape and avoid secondhand smoke whenever possible. Test your home for high levels of radon (the second leading cause of lung cancer), and if it has high levels, be sure to mitigate it.

Stay inside on poor air quality days whenever possible.

4. Because diesel exhaust is a known human carcinogen, encourage your employer to purchase electric-powered fire trucks that produce no diesel exhaust.

The American Lung Association is pleased to provide a limited number of free Freedom From Smoking memberships for firefighters. Please contact FFS@ Lung.org for more information.

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IN THE SPIRIT OF BROTHERHOOD...OUR FRATERNAL SIDE

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Fraternal Events

Rhode Island – PFIA Agents Jason Cusack, Ray Masse, and Tim Cyr proudly represented PFIA at the Rhode Island and Connecticut Firefighters’ Health, Safety, and Labor Seminar, a three-day event held in December 2024 at Foxwoods Resort and Casino.

Louisiana – St. Jude representative Courtney Albritton, Dakota Denney, and PFIA Agent Patrick Denney.

Dakota, the kicker for North DeSoto High School, organized a fundraiser in October to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He partnered with local businesses, who pledged donations for every kicking point he made during the month. With 23 kicking points, Dakota successfully raised a significant contribution for the cause. His fundraiser, titled “Kick Cancer with Koko,” made a meaningful impact in the fight against childhood cancer.

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Ohio – In December 2024, Cleveland area Agent Vince Viancourt presents a fraternal donation check to Joe Brutout and the Rocky River, Ohio Fire Department for their Christmas party.

Texas – On November 20, 2024, The staff of the Roach Unit and Region V Maintenance Department in Childress, TX, conducted a fundraiser to assist Ronald Parks (Correctional Maintenance Supervisor of Offenders) and his family with burial expenses following the tragic loss of their son, Lorin (Jack) Parks, who was killed in an auto accident on September 19, 2024.

Lorin was a college student at Texas Tech in Lubbock, TX, and a volunteer firefighter for the small town of Paducah, TX. PFIA contributed to the fundraiser.

Pictured: Gabriel Lara (Region V Maintenance Supervisor), Ron Parks (Region V Correctional Maintenance Supervisor), and Joe Ponder (PFIA Agent).

Ohio – In December 2024, Cleveland-area Agent Vince Viancourt presented a check to Olmsted Township Local 2845 FD members Damon Schreiber and Joe Foecking for the local’s annual Christmas party.

Ohio – On December 22, 2024, Cleveland area Agent Vince Viancourt presents a fraternal check to Local 93 President Jake Konys, and committee member Zach Lapuh, for the annual children’s Christmas party.

Rhode Island – In December 2024, PFIA Agent Ray Masse presented a donation to the members of the Johnston Fire Department (left) and Cumberland Fire Department (right) for their Toys for Tots drive.

Georgia – PFIA Agent Eric Smith presented a check to Deputy Chief Lerone Beasley for the Georgia Fire Service Conference, hosted by the Augusta Fire Department/EMA from November 11–16, 2024.

Texas – On November 7, 2024, PFIA Agent Marty Kuehn joined Cy-Fair ISD Police Chief Eric Mendez at the 12th Annual “Back the Badge” event. PFIA was proud to assist in sponsoring this event, which honors and appreciates the dedicated members of the Cy-Fair ISD Police Department.

Texas – On December 3, 2024, PFIA Agent Marty Kuehn was pictured with Chief Lofton Harrison and Lt. Bradley Sternberg. PFIA was proud to help sponsor the Harris County Pct. 1 Foundation’s annual car wash, an event dedicated to strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the community.

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Georgia – PFIA Agent Eric Smith presented a check to Marshal Ramone Lampkin for the Sixth Annual Santa’s Fly-In, held on December 14, 2024. This special event benefits the children and families of the Augusta Partnership for Children, Inc.

Louisiana – On December 5, 2024, Agent Patrick Denney, joined by dedicated members of the Shreveport Fire and Police Departments, came together to support a heartwarming cause. Also in attendance were the passionate volunteers of Operation Santa Claus, a cherished annual toy drive aimed at bringing holiday cheer to underprivileged children and families. This initiative ensures that those in need can experience the joy of Christmas with gifts that make a lasting impact.

Georgia – PFIA Agent Eric Smith provided gift cards to Human Resources for Augusta, Georgia’s 14th Annual Retiree Gala, held on November 2, 2024.

Texas – PFIA proudly supported the Mechler Unit in Tulia, TX, as it hosted a special holiday meal for all staff on December 14, 2024. The generous donation from PFIA helped make this festive event possible, bringing together the team to celebrate the season and express gratitude for their hard work throughout the year.

Pictured: PFIA Agent Joe Ponder, HRS IV Melinda Araujo, and Senior Warden Greg Rodriguez.

Ohio – On December 19, 2024, PFIA Agent Kelly Storts presented the Columbus recruiting fire class 121 with a number of awards.

Pictured: Tony Klein (Greg Lash Instructor of Excellence), Bas Pray (Top Physical Fitness), and Erica Mauder (Top Academic). (not pictured: Christopher Rismiller (Brandon O’Keefe Best Allaround Recruit), which was voted on by his peers.

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Georgia – PFIA Agent Eric Smith sponsored a team (Eric Smith, Gavin Wood, and Orlando Washington) for the 2nd Annual Marshal’s Department Charitable Fund Golf Tournament, which was held on November 8, 2024.

Ohio – Cleveland area Agent Vince Viancourt presents fraternal checks to Brooke Park Police Department for their annual Christmas bash. Included are Sgt. Mike Tormabene, Patrolmen Kyle Chintella & Frank Descenzo.

New York – On October, 16, 2024, Regional Manager Tom Evans presenting the Soaring eagle plaque to Matthew Keough. Executive Vice President of (NYSCOPBA). NY State Corrections Officers Police Benevolent Association.

Massachusetts – On December 8, 2024, the Boston Fire Department hosted its annual Boston Fire Cancer Foundation Christmas Party. PFIA Agent Brian Tully, representing our Boston team, took on the role of Santa Claus, spreading holiday cheer to all in attendance.

Illinois – The 25th Annual Kevin Dowling Christmas for Kids Toy Drive, benefiting children in Chicago-area children’s hospitals, continues to be a heartfelt tradition. PFIA has proudly supported this event for many years.

Pictured are members of the Dowling and McKeever families. Jim Dowling, a PFIA member and retired Chicago firefighter, established the foundation in memory of his son Kevin, who tragically collapsed and passed away from heat stroke during football practice in the summer of 1995.

In addition to the toy drive, the foundation hosted a golf outing for 21 years, raising over $200,000 in scholarships for local 8th graders and high school students. PFIA has also been a steadfast supporter of this scholarship initiative for many years.

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Rhode Island – Members of the LAST (Local Assistance State Team) Funeral Team received a donation check for funeral supplies from PFIA Agent Ray Masse. The LAST Team is part of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and is available to assist police and fire departments with planning, training, and operations for line-of-duty, active-duty, or retired LEO or firefighter deaths.

Rhode Island – Members of the East Providence Fire Department took part in the Boston Bruins BFit climb at the Boston Garden. PFIA helped the EPFD raise funds for this event.

Pictured: PFIA members Piero Colonna, Adam Maroney, and Zach Goodheart.

Ohio – In the Cleveland area Agent Vince Viancourt presented a fraternal donation check to Cleveland Fire Local 93 committee members Jeff Lash and Santa Claus (Dean Murad) for the Local 93 annual Christmas toy drive.

Texas – On December 4, 2024, PFIA Agent Joe Ponder presented a generous donation to the Robertson Unit in Abilene for their employee holiday meal. PFIA is proud to support this event, which brings the unit’s staff together for a festive celebration.

Pictured: Assistant Warden Kevin Schiwart, Assistant Warden Dakota Thornton, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.

Colorado – A special SHOUT OUT to PFIA member, Sgt. Monica David-Vickery, the Denver Police Department’s longest-serving officer. She poses for a portrait alongside her son, Denver police Cmdr. Mike O’Donnell, during a break in her work at the juvenile intake center in Denver on January 13, 2025. David-Vickery has been with the department for 47 years in a variety of roles and plans to retire in September.

(Helen H. Richardson/TNS)

SWAP SHOP

CLASSIFIEDS

For Sale or For Swap is for firefighters or law enforcement officers who have items to swap or sell, or are looking for items to add to a collection. There is no charge for this service, but we ask that you follow one rule: items advertised must relate to your profession as firefighters and/or law enforcement officers.

PFIA solely makes it possible for you to contact one another. PFIA does not accept any responsibility for transactions. To participate, e-mail your name, contact information, & ad information to

rbrownson@pfia.net.

You may use any address and/or telephone number you wish.

PATCHES

OTHER

Looking to grow police/ fire patch collection. If you have patches you would like to part with, please send to Shannon McCarty at 20 Nicole Court Lakewood, NJ 08701.

Retired Cleveland Police Officer Bob Guttu’s book, “Community Policing (It Really Works).” Contact: Bob Guttu at rguttu@ clevelandpolicefoundation. org.

Wanted: I collect antique fire memorabilia and any items from Wilmington, DE Fire Department. Contact E. Tickner at bat6wfd@ verizon.net or call 302-5986038 and leave a message.

Unique Dallas Love Field-Station 21 (ARFF) Challenge coins for sale $20 each. Includes S&H.

Kansas fire engineer wanting to trade fire and EMS patches. Have extra patches from other depts. E-mail and we can find out if there are others you would want to trade. Contact Tim Dokken, at tim.dokken81@gmail. com or send patch to Tim Dokken 1028 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441.

Custom-designed blankets with PD/FD logos. Choice of colors to match department and company patches.

Contact NHRF&R FF Stefan S. Vassallo at 973-768-1049 or Sv145@aol.com. 50x60, 80% cotton 20% poly, $65 Free shipping in the Continental US.

I have pictures available for anyone interested. Duty holster $165 and tactical holster $195 retail. I’m willing to sell both for $250. Contact Det. Brian Jeffers at 720-810-0856.

Audrey Farmer audreyfarmer210@gmail.com Selling 3 Unit Harrison Twp. Challenge coins $10 a coin

Looking to grow my fire patch collection. Captain Jeff Fuchs, Carmel Fire Department, 2214 Mozart Drive, Greenfield, IN 46140. 317-695-8969 Looking to trade my police departments patch.

New patch for new patch.

Contact: John Kerrigan, 3804 Fairhaven Court, Midland, TX 79707. jkerrigan@ midlandtexas.gov Wanted: Complete set of 50 state police patches from each one of the 50 states to mount in a frame.

Contact: 401-946-6467

Fire bike painting commemorating 9/11 by artist Motor Marc Lacourciere. A framed giclee collector’s piece, #2 of 250, $500. Contact: William Irby at 386-3168275 or skipirby@aol.com.

I would like to swap challenge coins with other officers or agencies. One for One. I also sell them for $10 each plus $5 for shipping.

Sandra Torres at 903-221-6344 1000s of FOP pins to sell from all states. Call Patsy McKinney at 936-647-7415. mckinneypatsy@yahoo.com

For Sale: A Fireman’s Log, a collection of poems written by a fireman. Titles include, Fireman’s Pole, A Fireman’s Wife, A Fireman’s Coat and more. $5 each plus $2 shipping. Contact Huey Hoover at hjh.33sd@gmail. com or phone 985-542-6434.

Firefighter/paramedic of the Independence Fire District would like to trade fire, EMS, or police challenge coins for one of our fire challenge coins. Email me or mail me your coin and I will return the favor.10409 Sharpsburg Drive Independence, KY 41051 tmfddoug@yahoo.com

Contact: Michael Prelle cell: 940-902-4267 or mickdfd11@gmail.com

Whitfield County Fire Challenge coins for sale $15 each includes shipping.

Benefits firefighters directly.

Mac MacFadden fire@whitfieldfbf.com At Diecast Kars by Cops, we craft intricate 1/24 scale replicas that capture the essence of dedication and service. From standard patrol cars to custom tributes celebrating unique stories, our range exemplifies precision and respect for law enforcement and first responders. We “ Build Memories That Last Forever.”

Deputy Keeman Malone

diecastkarsbycops@gmail.com

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CHILI & DONUTS

HERE’S THE FUN

Food & Humor Your 5-day guide to eating healthy Day 2

Day 1

Day 3

Breakfast:

Breakfast:

Breakfast:

Oatmeal with Berries & Almonds

Chia Pudding with Berries

Avocado Toast with Poached Egg

Old-fashioned rolled oats (cooked in

Chia seeds soaked overnight in

Whole grain toast

water or unsweetened almond milk)

unsweetened almond milk

Smashed avocado (with a squeeze of

Fresh or frozen mixed berries

Top with fresh or frozen mixed berries

lemon juice and black pepper)

Chopped raw almonds

A small drizzle of honey or maple syrup

1 poached egg

A drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of

Snack:

Snack:

cinnamon for sweetness

Carrot sticks with 2 tablespoons of

1 small pear with a small handful of

Optional: Flaxseeds for extra fiber

hummus

walnuts

Snack:

Lunch:

Lunch:

1 medium apple

Whole Grain Veggie Wrap

Tuna Salad with Chickpeas

1 tablespoon of peanut butter

Whole wheat wrap

Canned tuna (packed in water, drained)

(unsweetened, no added salt)

Hummus, avocado, spinach, shredded

Chickpeas (rinsed and drained)

Lunch:

carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers

Diced celery, onion, and red bell pepper

Spinach & Quinoa Salad with Grilled Chicken

A sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for added

Olive oil and lemon juice dressing,

Fresh spinach leaves

crunch

sprinkle with black pepper and herbs

Cooked quinoa

Snack:

Snack:

Grilled chicken breast (skinless)

1 orange and a small handful of sunflower

Celery sticks with unsweetened peanut

Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion

seeds (unsalted)

butter

Olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing

Dinner:

Dinner:

Snack:

Lentil & Vegetable Stew

Grilled Chicken & Vegetable Skewers

A small handful of unsalted mixed nuts

Cooked lentils

Grilled skinless chicken breast chunks,

(walnuts, almonds, pistachios)

Diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, onions,

bell peppers, zucchini, onions, and

Dinner:

garlic, and spinach

cherry tomatoes

Baked Salmon with Roasted Veggies

Low-sodium vegetable broth

Serve with a side of brown rice

Wild-caught salmon fillet

A side of whole grain bread (optional)

Roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, and bell peppers (light olive oil, garlic, and herbs for seasoning) Side of brown rice or quinoa

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Day 4

Day 5

Breakfast:

Breakfast:

Smoothie

Overnight Oats with Chia and Berries

Spinach or kale

Rolled oats, Chia seeds, and unsweetened

Frozen mixed berries

almond milk

½ small apple or pear

Soak overnight, then top with fresh or

1 tablespoon Chia seeds

frozen berries

Unsweetened almond milk

A drizzle of honey or maple syrup for

1 tablespoon almond butter

sweetness (optional)

Snack:

Snack:

Cucumber and cherry tomato slices with a

A handful of unsalted pistachios

sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper

Lunch:

Lunch:

Grilled Veggie & Hummus Bowl

Whole Grain Wrap with Turkey & Veggies

Grilled zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers

Whole grain wrap

Quinoa or brown rice base

Sliced turkey breast (low-sodium)

2 tablespoons of hummus as dressing

Mixed greens, avocado, cucumber, tomato

Snack:

A small drizzle of olive oil and lemon

1 small pear

juice dressing

Dinner:

Snack:

Baked Cod with steamed asparagus &

1 small apple with 1 ounce of unsalted

sweet potatoes

almonds

Baked cod (with lemon and herbs)

Dinner:

Steamed asparagus

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Roasted sweet potatoes with a sprinkle of

Bell peppers stuffed with brown rice,

cinnamon

black beans, diced tomatoes, corn,

Breakfast Snack Lunch Snack Dinner

onions, and a sprinkle of cumin Serve with a side of steamed broccoli

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HOME OFFICE DIRECTORY

CONTACT

Information

317-581-1913 • 1-800-221-PFIA • www.pfia1913.org Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association is the only group in the world that exclusively caters to police officers, firefighters and correctional officers. Our members enjoy competitive premium rates and products designed specifically for police officers and firefighters, which are unavailable anywhere else.

Executive Committee Association Offices Chairman of the Board Mike Carrigan Vice President of Operations Jeanie Williams John Murphy President

Bradd Roembke

Senior Vice President/ Executive Secretary

Eric Hofmeister Vice President/ Treasurer

Departments Accounting Lead Sherrie Vermande

General Services Kandyce Shoffner

Accounting Nancy Brown Tanyia Elston Jennifer Ireland Margaret Snyder

Member Services Christina Coan Anne Karn

Agency/Commissions Amanda Hendricks

New Business Brittanie Butcher Brian Kinnaird Heather Starwalt

Claims Examiner Mindy Roberts

Secretary to the Executives Susan Shinabarger-Woolf

Claims Sheila Borst Karen Groff

Shipping & Receiving Cristian Bell

Creative Services/Editor Rebekah Brownson

Statutory Accounting Karen Doctor

Information Services Chris Marlor Sunpreet Johal

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Regional Managers Southeast Myles Christie 706-951-9620 (C) pfia567@gmail.com Louisiana Gary Ralph 318-426-4034 (C) garyralph874@gmail.com Texas Darren “Lang” Spencer 979-716-6193 (C) lspencer_pfia@yahoo.com Midwest Mark Reuss 513-706-1287 mark.pfia@gmail.com Northeast Alan “Tom” Evans, Jr. 716-628-4774 (C) nypfia@gmail.com

Directory of Advisory Board Members & Account Representatives (H) Home Phone Alabama Birmingham FD RAPHAEL HALE 205-335-7028 (C) 576pfia@gmail.com Birmingham PD PAUL A. IRWIN JR. 205-365-7092 (C) 205-591-0911 (B)

Colorado Arvada FD TODD HOBLER 720-540-4940 (H) 303-919-7759 (C) todd.hobler@arvadafire.com Denver FD MIKE CARRIGAN 303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com Denver PD JASON CARRIGAN 303-994-7575 (C) pfiacarrigan@gmail.com Denver PD & Sheriff MIKE CARRIGAN 303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com Denver West Metro Fire Rescue DUANE G. PELL 303-238-2328 (H) 303-810-2480 (C) pelldp@q.com Mountain View FD MIKE STRATTON 970-587-8923 (H) 970-412-6730 (C) mikestratton@gmail.com mstratton@mvfpd.org

Connecticut Bridgeport FD MIKE KAMSZIK 203-767-3331 (C) mikekamszik@gmail.com CT State Corrections - Garner SCOTT STRIELKAUSKAS 203-206-2027 (C) 203-757-0036 (H) scottstriel@icloud.com Hartford FD EDWARD MACHIAL 860-985-9350 (C) latinofire73@yahoo.com New Britain FD TIM CYR 860-841-7242 (C) ctpfia@outlook.com

(C) Cell Phone

New Britain PD PAUL BAK 860-560-3973 (C) pbak66@comcast.net New Haven Corrections ERNEST AWUSAH 347-270-6141 (C) ernestawusah@gmail.com New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD JASON T. CUSACK 203-996-0597 (C) qball0056@gmail.com New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD WILLIAM CUSACK 203-494-6762 (C) Norwalk FD & PD JUSTIN BISCEGLIE 203-803-8050 (C) Norwalk PD GARY MECOZZI 203-424-9559 (C) gary.mecozzi@ct.gov Robinson State Corrections ROSENDO DELEON JR. 860-982-9692 (C) rodeleonjr0311@gmail.com Stamford FD MICHAEL GALLAS 203-470-0275 (C) pfia786@gmail.com Stamford PD FRANKIE FORBES 203-469-5320 (H) 203-627-0259 (C) fforbes@stamfordct.gov Waterbury FD JOHN PERUGINI 203-233-3394 (C) johnperugini1987@gmail.com Waterbury PD KERI RICH 203-509-3254 (C) keririch08@gmail.com Waterbury PD MICHAEL STOKES 860-637-0815 (C) mikestokes628@gmail.com Delaware Wilmington FD & PD ANTHONY HARRIS 302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@msn.com

(B) Business Phone

Deleware Wilmington FD & PD ANTHONY HARRIS 302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@msn.com

Florida

Cape Coral FD EDWARD AGOCS 239-214-1467 (H) edagocs@yahoo.com Gainesville FD EUGENE DUGAN 386-344-3427 (C) ejd0907@gmail.com Gainesville PD MARTIN HONEYCUTT 352-871-5360 (C) martinh5360@gmail.com Ft. Lauderdale FD JOHN HALL 954-703-0342 (C) johnpfia765@gmail.com Hollywood FD NICOLE DAWSON 954-639-1544 (C) dawsonpfia@gmail.com Jacksonville FD ANTHONY E. RAGANS 904-768-3546 (H) 904-699-7181 (C) tbone247@att.net Orange Co. FD JIM MERGENTHALER 407-694-4927 (C) pfiacfl@gmail.com Orlando FD T.J. LOWREY 407-970-0893 (C) pfia.tj@gmail.com Orlando PD JASON BATURA 321-228-7821 (C) jason.batura@gmail.com Port St. Lucie FD & Sheriff MICHAEL RIZZELLO 772-370-4803 (C) firerizz@aol.com St. Petersburg FD WINTHROP M. NEWTON 727-432-6522 (C) iwilldo@earthlink.net St. Petersburg PD SCOTT LAANINEN 813-482-3972 (C) scott.laaninen@gmail.com

(F) Fax Number

St. Petersburg PD RICHARD THOMAS 727-798-7165 (C) rthomas1@knology.net Tampa FD VINCENT JACKSON 813-486-5698 (C) vjackson1380@yahoo.com Tampa PD RICKY BROWN 813-270-1280 (C) rockynina2@gmail.com Tampa PD SUSAN LIBERTZ 215-327-4872 (C) slibertzpfia@gmail.com Volusia County FD &PD JUSTIN HUGHES 386-931-8728 (C)

Georgia Atlanta FD GEORGE W. HOWELL III 678-787-2465 (C) george.howell.pfia@gmail.com Augusta FD & PD ERIC V. SMITH 706-339-5979 (C) smith23ev@hotmail.com DeKalb Co. PD & FD TAD LANDAU 404-557-4205 (H) tadlandau@yahoo.com DeKalb Co. PD RONNIE CRENSHAW 470-314-9151 (C) pfia846@yahoo.com

Illinois Chicago FD JOSE GARCIA 312-972-1924 (C) cfd_usmc@comcast.net Chicago FD MICHAEL J. SHANAHAN 312-307-8795 (C) mspfia@msn.com Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD & PD, University Park FD JEFFERY A. DUHOSKI 708-927-0960 paidnproud@aol.com Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD SAM SHANAHAN 928-310-8859 (C) shanahan.pfia@gmail.com Countryside Fire Protection Dist.

TONY RODKEY 847-417-7423 (C) tony.pfia@yahoo.com Peoria PD TERRY L. PYATT 309-453-0935 (H) biznez28@comcast.net Peoria Fire TOBI RODERICK 309-678-3823 (C) troderick.pfia@gmail.com Rock Island/Quad Cities FD & PD JUSTIN WELVAERT 309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com

Indiana

Macon-Bibb Co., FD & PD BRENDA THOMAS 478-390-4520 (C) pfia853@gmail.com

Anderson FD & PD Kokomo FD & PD CHANCE T. HENSLEY 765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com

Muscogee County Sheriff JOHN WADE 862-216-4217 (C) pfia706@gmail.com

Columbus FD AARON EICHEL 812-603-8641 (C) aaroneichel246@gmail.com

Savannah FD & PD JASON ROEHM 989-239-1450 (H) roehmjason@yahoo.com

Evansville FD & PD GREG LEHMAN 812-455-3443 (C) glehman64@gmail.com

Whitfield Co. FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections BRETT MILLER 706-280-2160 (C) bmiller0828@gmail.com

Ft. Wayne PD KYLE HARTMAN 260-908-4726 (C) kyle.pfia@gmail.com

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Hammond FD JEFF HARTLERODE 219-671-2167 (C) pfia707@gmail.com Indianapolis FD BOB HOUSEL 317-523-3863 (C) bob.pfia@gmail.com Indianapolis PD DAVID V. ROTH 317-490-9008 (C) rothenergy@proton.me Indianapolis PD TODD WELLMANN 317-289-0668 (C) toddwellmannpfia@gmail.com Kokomo FD & PD CHANCE T. HENSLEY 765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com Richmond/ Connersville FD & PD MATT MATLOCK 937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com

Iowa Burlington FD KENNETH MORRIS 319-753-6285 (H) Cedar Rapids FD LYLE THEISEN 319-462-3912 (H) lylepatthe@msn.com Des Moines FD & PD RAYMOND A. GALLARDO 515-205-2414 (C) ray.gallardo13@gmail.com Quad Cities/Davenport FD & PD JUSTIN WELVAERT 309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com West Des Moines FD DOUG REX 515-991-3684 (C) dougrex1@gmail.com

Kansas Garden City Fire ZACH GOLEMBOSKI 816-812-3018 (C) zach.golemboski@gardencityks. us Junction City FD, PD & Sheriff J. R. REYNOLDS 785-238-7835 (H) 785-375-1340 (C) j.r.jcfd@gmail.com Kansas City Fire KIM ADRIANO 913-999-8235 (C) pfia.kimenriquez@gmail.com

Kentucky Ashland FD & PD DAVID REDMAN 606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com

Covington/Northern Kentucky FD CHRIS HANDLEY 513-919-3521 (C) Chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com

Slidell FD LOUIS MELANCON 985-960-7651 (C) tamnlou@gmail.com

St. Louis Co. PD DAVID MEYER 314-220-5856 (C) dmeyer1983@gmail.com

Brick Township PD JOSEPH PACITTI 848-333-1259 (C) jpacittipfia@gmail.com

Slidell PD DAVID L. LENTZ 504-606-4427 (C) dlentz78@gmail.com

St. Louis PD BRYAN BARTON 636-232-5318 (C) bryaly21@gmail.com

Massachusetts

Nebraska

Camden County PD & FD Cherry Hill FD ED MICUA 609-315-0609 (C) 856-428-3252 (H) edmicuapfia@verizon.net

Boston FD BRIAN TULLY SR. 508-523-9124 (C) briantully515@gmail.com

Lincoln FD LAMAR REIL 402-641-1724 (C) lamarreil819@gmail.com

Hampden County Sheriff ADAM APPLE 413-237-3233 (H) adamapple1418@yahoo.com

Lincoln FD & PD KARLA HOUFEK 402-499-1773 karlajhoufek@gmail.com

Caddo Parish Sheriff TJ DICKEY JR. 318-655-3107 (C) tjpfiaagent@gmail.com

New Bedford FD & PD JAMES ESTRELLA III 774-473-0451 (C) james.estrella@newbedfordpd. com

Omaha FD RANDY WOLODKEWITSCH 402-216-9664 (C) 402-571-2694 (H) pfia.rjw656@gmail.com

Caddo Parish Sheriff JERRY SILVA 318-655-5627 (C) j.silva360@yahoo.com

Worcester PD TIMOTHY REYNOLDS 774-253-6432 (H) tcr316@live.com

Omaha PD JEFF WARNOCK 402-312-3211 jwarnock1568@gmail.com

Jefferson Parish Sheriff KIM LENTZ 985-774-4414 (C) 985-639-1723 (H) lentz1848@bellsouth.net

Ann Arbor & Lansing FD DAN SANDERS 616-294-2750 (C) dan.pfia@gmail.com

Louisiana Baton Rouge FD PAUL H. OWENS 225-772-4190 (C) pfiaowens48@gmail.com Baton Rouge FD CAMERON WESLEY 225-937-0907 (C) camwesley97@gmail.com Bossier City, PD/FD JOHN MORTON 318-455-6665 (C) pfiajohn764@gmail.com

Lake Charles FD ANDREW LEE 337-764-3979 (C) drewglee@gmail.com Livingston Parish FD PAUL H. OWENS 225-772-4190 (C) paulowens1948@gmail.com Mandeville FD ROBBY MARQUETTE 985-789-2814 (C) healthavengers@gmail.com New Orleans FD ROXANNE HADLEY 504-234-2327 (C) ffhadley21@gmail.com New Orleans & Kenner FD PAUL J. MELANCON 504-524-3878 (H) 504-430-1962 (C) New Orleans PD DAVID G. LENTZ 985-649-5741 (H) nameck2@aol.com Shreveport PD RODNEY HORTON 318-773-1232 (C) spdp386@comcast.net Shreveport FD PATRICK DENNEY 318-349-8530 (C) patrickdenney398@gmail.com

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Michigan

Flint PD MICHAEL P. SULLIVAN 810-814-3381 (C) sully1968@comcast.net Grand Rapids FD KATHLEEN THOMPSON 616-406-6524 (C) kthompso@grcity.us Grand Traverse City FD & PD KARYL L. MOORE 231-947-1758 (H) dfivestar@chartermi.net Wayne Co., PD HARVEY YOUNG 734-787-5372 (C) harveyy415@gmail.com

Missouri Kansas City FD BRIAN & KYLE BURGDORF 816-812-3018 (C) 816-805-6643 (C) burgdorf.pfia@gmail.com Kansas City Metro Area DONNIE SHOOK 816-315-9943 (C) pfiashook@gmail.com St. Louis FD JACOB NEWMAN 314-706-2522 (C) jake.pfia@gmail.com St. Louis Co. PD MATTHEW CRECELIUS 314-341-4290 (C) mattcrecelius@gmail.com

New Jersey Asbury Park FD & PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com Atlantic City FD & PD GENNARO BASSO 609-214-3002 (H) gennarobasso81@gmail.com Bayonne FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com

Bayonne PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com Bay Shore, Monmouth Co. PD, FD MICHAEL MICHALSKI 732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com Belleville FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Bergen Co. PD, FD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com Bloomfield FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Bradley Beach PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com

Clifton FD,& PD JASON AYALA 973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com East Jersey/Trenton Corrections JORGE ORTIZ 201-680-8789 (C) pfiajortiz@gmail.com East Orange FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Elizabeth FD & PD ANTHONY “FOGE” FAZIO 908-377-2052 (C) foge69@aol.com Essex County Sheriff & Corrections KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Garfield PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net Glen Ridge PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Gloucester County FD & PD EDWARD VINCENT 856-316-2547 (C) edvincent.pfia@gmail.com Harrison FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net Hackensack FD & PD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com Hoboken FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com Hoboken PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com Hudson Co. PD & Sheriff THOMAS MCKENNA 973-919-7158 (C) tommy.mck116@gmail.com

Irvington FD CHARLES WEST 973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com

Morris County FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net

Irvington PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com

Newark FD CHARLES WEST 973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com

Jersey City FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com

Newark PD MIKEY CARRILLO 973-951-8350 (C) mcpfia120@gmail.com

Jersey City PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com

North Hudson FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com

Kearny FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net

Nutley FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com

Linden FD STEPHEN SMIGELSKY 732-634-8582 (H) 732-236-3036 (C) srs214@msn.com

Orange FD& PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com

Little Falls PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com Long Branch FD & PD and Manasquan PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com Mercer County GREGORY A. SWANSON 609-352-9931 (C) njpfia@gmail.com Middlesex County PD THOMAS RATAJCZAK 732-501-5604 (H) tjay103@yahoo.com

Passaic FD & PD JASON AYALA 973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com

Paterson FD & PD FRANK DAUNNO 973-330-2968 (C) jrdaun@aol.com Paterson PD SHANAVIA SMITH 201-926-8652 (C) shsmith.pfia@gmail.com Plainfield FD & PD NUNO CARVALHO 908-296-6871 (C) ncarvalho.pfia@gmail.com

Middletown Twp. FD & PD MICHAEL MICHALSKI 732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com

Sussex County FD, PD, & Sheriff MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com

Montgomery Twp. FD & PD CHRISTOPHER PARLOW 908-216-3632 (C) cparlowpafia@gmail.com

Trenton FD & PD GREGORY A. SWANSON 609-352-9931 (C) njpfia@gmail.com

Monmouth Co. PD, FD, & Sheriff MICHAEL MICHALSKI 732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com

Trenton PD JASON BOUCHARD 609-510-8688 (H) jbouchard.pfia@gmail.com

Montclair FD CHARLES WEST 973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com Montclair PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com

Ventnor FD WILLIAM NAGLE 609-705-8450 (C) bubby129056@yahoo.com Wallington FD & PD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com

New Mexico Colfax Co. FD & Sheriff PAUL MAY 832-724-5818 (C) pm3149@sbcglobal.net

New York Albany FD KORY HOGAN SR. 518-542-8478 (C) koryvhogan@gmail.com Albany PD KYLE PARKER 518-944-6206 (C) kjparker@albany-ny.org Albion Corrections THOMAS SUTTON 716- 471-9326 (C) co11to7@aol.com Buffalo FD WENDY MAJTYKAHARTMAN 716-479-2976 (C) ffwendi@gmail.com Buffalo PD JOHN PETRICCA 716-380-2057 (C) jpd441@verizon.net Cattaraugus County Sheriff NATHAN A. ROOT 716-938-2239 (W) 716-498-3252 (C) naroot@cattco.org Cattaraugus County Sheriff MELISSA YERPE 716-640-3038 (C) mjyerpe.pfia@gmail.com Monroe County Sheriff ALFRED N. DeROSA 585-208-3902 (C) aderosa58@gmail.com New York City PD ROBERT DOMINICCI 718-619-0390 (C) nycpfia@gmail.com New York State Court PD BRITTANY PARKER 518-859-9887 (C) baberrings@gmail.com Niagara County Sheriff KEITH HETRICK III 716-622-6461 (C) keith.hetrick@gmail.com Niagara Falls FD RISKY SANABRIA 716-550-0625 (C) rskpfia@gmail.com Niagara Falls PD RICK FLECK III 716-807-6876 (C) precki17@aol.com Rochester FD BRIAN WHITE 585-705-7179 (C) white.brian11@gmail.com

Schenectady FD MARK KARL 518-852-4953 (H) omm21@yahoo.com Syracuse FD JAMES ENNIS 315-430-0340 (C) 315-468-8630 (H) jennis@twcny.rr.com Syracuse PD TAYLOR ANDERSON 920-883-1437 (C) tanderson@syracusepolice.org Troy FD RAYMOND J. DAVIS 518-573-8106 (C) sdavistroy@hotmail.com Troy FD PETER RYAN 518-805-8584 (C) pryan72012@gmail.com Troy PD CHRISTOPHER J. PARKER 518-378-2283 (C) parkerc24@yahoo.com Utica FD PETER A. CARUSO 315-725-5712 (C) pfiapete@yahoo.com Utica PD PETER A. CARUSO III 315-269-4886 (C) paac3@yahoo.com Wende State Corrections ZACHARYHANCZAROWSKI 716-697-8017 (C) zhanczarowski@gmail.com Wende State Corrections ANTHONY PECORA 716-253-4678 (C) apecora0308@gmail.com Wende State Corrections NATONYA YARBOUGH 716-986-7321 (C) natonyayarbough@gmail.com White Plains FD PATSY DeFONCE IV 914-505-1412 (C) patsydefonce@me.com

North Carolina Charlotte FD TOM BREWER 704-200-8486 (C) brewer18c@gmail.com

Ohio Akron PD DON G. TREJBAL 330-352-4502 (C) apd634@hotmail.com Akron FD GREG GEARHART 330-351-2673 (C) gearhartpfia@gmail.com Cincinnati PD GREG TOYEAS 513-738-4141 (H) 513-484-2459 (C) gregtoyeas@yahoo.com Cincinnati FD CHRIS HANDLEY 513-919-3521 (C) chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com Cleveland FD VINCE VIANCOURT 440-835-5647 (W) 216-534-6927 (C) benefits.consulting@yahoo.com Cleveland PD DAN VIANCOURT 216-990-2882 (C) dsv.pfia@gmail.com Columbus Metro FD KURT DIETZ 614-332-2795 (C) kurt.pfia@gmail.com Columbus FD KELLY STORTS 614-496-4544 (C) kemist14@hotmail.com Coshocton County FD & PD CORY WILSON 740-502-9240 (C) cwilsoniaff216@gmail.com Dayton FD MIKE BROWN 937-430-6728 (C) mikebrownpfia@gmail.com Dayton Region MATT MATLOCK 937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com Franklin Co., PD & Sheriff JEREMY WALLACE 614-557-1312 (C) jeremy.wallace2006@gmail.com Marion FD & PD MICHAEL M. RADCLIFF 740-225-2120 (W)

Greensboro FD MATTHEW PATTERSON 336-382-4600 (C) mattsfiregfd@yahoo.com

Toledo FD RYAN GRANT 419-340-7166 (C) rgrant.pfia@gmail.com

Winston-Salem FD DAVID POLLARD 336-403-7771 (C) wslocal682@gmail.com

Youngstown FD SHAWN MURRAY 330-518-2966 (C) mur511.sm@gmail.com

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Rhode Island

Tulsa FD JIMMY OBER 918-260-6887 (C) joberfire@gmail.com

Johnston Corrections VINCENT ORTEZ 401-263 -9714 (C)

Tulsa PD DENNIS SMITH 918-282-7523 (C) popodad71@yahoo.com

Pennsylvania Allegheny Co. Sheriff MARIA WATTS 412-779-5729 (C) banditt153@gmail.com Chester FD & PD THOMAS THORNTON 267-275-5932 (C) tthornton2493@gmail.com Delaware Co., FD & PD MARTIN KELLY 610-299-3656 (C) marty1297@aol.com Erie FD TIM ROMANSKI 814-572-2323 (C) trdunn24@yahoo.com Johnstown FD ROBERT J. OPETT 814-659-9313 (C) opett24@ymail.comre McKeesport FD & PD JEFFREY D. TOMOVCSIK 412-523-3903 (C) 412-675-5050 Ext.640 (W) jtomo170@comcast.net Penn. Law Enforcement JONATHON RUSH 412-952-5615 (C) jrush21488@hotmail.com Philadelphia FD WILLIAM HAFTEK 201-341-9677 (C) wphaftek@gmail.com Pittsburgh FD DONALD DORSEY 412-680-9351 (H) Pittsburgh FD RYAN SHAW 412-874-1426 (C) rshawpbf@gmail.com Pittsburgh PD CARL R. MOROSETTI, JR. 412-600-2806 (C) crm3393@gmail.com Scranton FD & PD & Waymart Corrections ANDY POLANSKY 570-961-9024 (H) 570-878-1248 (C) andy.polansky@verizon.net Western Penn. Corrections STEPHEN BOWSER 814-505-5818 (C stephenbowser079@gmail.com

compaq102082@gmail.com Johnston PD SETH D. CROSBY 401-641-1575 (C) scros788@gmail.com Johnston PD DAVID GALLIGAN 401-419-7967 (C) davegalligan@yahoo.com Pawtucket FD & East Providence FD RAYMOND J. MASSE 401-639-0164 (H) pfia1261@gmail.com Providence FD ANTHONY LANCELLOTTI 401-569-3551 (C) 401-946-6939 (H) alance6055@gmail.com Providence PD RALPH ABENANTE IV 401-225-6530 (C) rabenante4@yahoo.com

South Carolina North Charleston PD MICHAEL FIGUEROA 973-477-0749 (C) mfigpfia@gmail.com North Myrtle Beach FD & PD RICHARD BUDDELMEYER 843-249-5334 (C) rickbuddelmeyer@yahoo.com

Tennessee Nashville FD ADDIS KENDALL 615-533-8685 (C) rakendall13@gmail.com Nashville FD NICK HOOD 615-624-2246 (C) nick.hood.pfia@gmail.com Nashville FD WILLIAM MERRILL 615-456-2835 (C) 615-862-5313 (B) pmerrill.pfia@gmail.com

Texas Amarillo FD, PD, & Corrections JOE C. PONDER 806-584-0953 (C) joeponder2012@yahoo.com Beaumont PD JARROD MIRELES 409-284-5220 (C) neilmireles@gmail.com Bee County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections RICHARD L. WEBB 361-319-3758 (C) urout_78102@yahoo.com

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Brazoria County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections PATRICK WARE 936-581-3309 (H) txpware@outlook.com

Port Arthor FD &PD TARAH MIRELES 409709-3633 (H) tarahm55@yahoo.com

Portsmouth FD KURT DETRICK 571-233-6901 (C) kurtdetrick@gmail.com

Port Arthur FD LARRY PELAEZ 409-221-7395 (C) jpelaez@gmail.com

Prince William Co., FD MEAGAN DONELAN 571-334-0851 (C) mego12@gmail.com

El Paso Sheriff LUIS D. RODRIGUEZ 915-294-8385 (C) lrodriguezpfi@yahoo.com

San Antonio FD JOE VALADEZ 210-654-3333 (H) 210-884-7651 (F) valadezjp@aol.com

Prince William Co., PD MARCIA WHALEY 571-259-7034 (C) pwpfia@gmail.com

Gatesville PD & Corrections STEPHEN FAULKENBERY 806-781-4296 (C) stephenfaulkenbery@gmail.com

San Antonio FD RUBEN CEVALLOS 210-861-4578 (C) ruben.cevallos@gmail.com

Harris County PD, Sheriff & Corrections MARTY KUEHN 281-935-4610 (C) mk0160@yahoo.com

San Antonio FD JOHN MOORE III 210-379-8229 (C) jrmoore3@att.net

Denton County Sheriff LES WOODS 817-675-6151 (C) lwpfia@yahoo.com

Harrison County Police & Fire FLOYD DUNCAN 903-930-9721 (C) 903-777-3694 (H) dleader59@protonmail.com Johnson Co., Sheriff AARON PITTS 214-738-7616 (C) acpitts.pfia@gmail.com Kileen FD CODY NEWMAN 254-981-6110 (C) codynewman1978@protonmail.com Lewisville FD JACK CRINER 972-741-3126 (C) firehousejack@gmail.com McAllen FD ERIC RAMIREZ 956-607-7549 (C) esmr412@gmail.com McAllen PD ROLANDO CASTILLO 956-655-8476 (H) r.c.21@hotmail.com

Smith County Sheriff WANDA HUNTER 903-710-2769 (H) 903-511-6819 (C) Tarrant County Sheriff STEFAN HODNETT 817-343-3300 (C) smhodnett@aol.com Walker County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections TARA M. BURNETT 936-668-9193 (C) burnett.t2013@yahoo.com Webb County Sheriff JOEY MEDELLIN 956-962-8630 (C) jmedellin.pfia@gmail.com Webb County Sheriff JUAN ARTURO VELA 956-771-2927 (C) velaarturo1999@gmail.com

Virginia Alexandria FD ANTHONY SMALL 301-785-9461 (C) asmallpfia@gmail.com

Montgomery County PD, Sheriff & Corrections THOMAS M. PIERCE 936-355-0490 (C) toetee@aol.com

Henrico County PD JIM LIVINGSTONE 804-338-9791 (C) jlivings1@gmail.com

Orange FD & PD MATTHEW SLAGLE 409-781-7176 (C) matthewslagle83@gmail.com

Loudoun County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL COX 571-528-3400 (C) pfia.va226@gmail.com

Pasadena PD GEORGIA COOK 281-831-6760 (C) gcookpfia@yahoo.com Pasadena FD & PD MICHAEL PALITZ 808-218-1623 (C) mikepalitz@hotmail.com

Norfolk FD DAVE CHERESKIN 757-621-1111 (C) dchereskin77@gmail.com Page County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL WAGONER 540-860-2382 (C) kc8jpk03@gmail.com

Washington, D. C. Washington, D.C. PD MIGUEL MIRANDA 202-439-2292 (C) miguel.miranda@verizon.net Washington, D.C. Fire JUSTIN LENYK 201-874-9116 (C) jlenyk.pfia@gmail.com

West Virginia Huntington FD & PD RANDY D. ELLIS 740-886-5388 (H) 304-633-4975 (C) Huntington FD & PD DAVID REDMAN 606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com

Wyoming

Laramie City FD, PD & Sheriff B. JOHN FITZGERALD 307-775-9610 (H) jcatfitz@msn.com

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MISCELLANEOUS

Various Kinds of Things Firefighter helps rescue dog while battling Eaton Fire: ‘I need to find that dog’ California - While entire neighborhoods were ablaze in Altadena, California, on February 5, a scared dog named Max barked at the out-of-control flames engulfing his home.

A firefighter saw him curled up in his front yard, alone and scared. As the fireman sprayed the flames, the dog got closer and closer.

The fireman put his hand out. And the dog came.

“Visibility was pretty poor initially, so we found a place that we could stake out, especially with the winds and the conditions that we were in,” firefighter Slater Lee told ABC News’ Matt Rivers.

“I heard a dog barking, and I was like, ‘I need to find that dog,’” he said.

“The whole garage was involved in pretty heavy flames, and I looked to my side, and the dog was seated with its tail between its legs, just curled in the corner of the front yard, still barking, just in a really sad position,” Lee added.

Lee put his hand down every so often to coax the 60-pound dog into feeling comfortable with him.

“I had the nozzle in one hand cooling the garage, so [the fire] wouldn’t extend over to the house, and then trying to pet the dog and make some light of the situation,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Eaton Fire has continued to grow. It has now scorched more than 14,000 acres with 37% containment, according to Cal Fire. At least 16 people have died in the Eaton Fire, according to the LA County medical examiner.

“I don’t like to take individual credit for anything, you know, and by no means was it any sort of an individual effort,” Lee said of comforting Max. “There’s my whole crew behind me.”

Lee has only been a firefighter for about six months, still on probationary status with the San Marcos Fire Department. His chief told ABC News that some new recruits come and go but “Slater is one of the good ones. He’s going to be sticking around.”

Lee kept the dog calm until another couple of concerned citizens were able to take him. They got him to safety, out of the fire zone, while Lee stayed behind, continuing his work.

Max is set to be reunited with his family, alive and well, if a bit traumatized.

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