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A word of thanks to our volunteer firefighters There is a part of many of us, I believe, that wants, on one level or another, to be a volunteer firefighter. Most people are good people. Most people want to protect their communities. Most people understand that one of the greatest threats to any community is fire. If a blaze were allowed to rage unconcott trolled, it could consume whole blocks or neighborhoods, as was the case in the 19th century, before the advent of highly organized fire companies. Most of us want to help. We, however, haven’t the ability to fight fires. Volunteer firefighting requires an inordinate amount of time and a level of commitment that is so rare these days. To say that our volunteer firefighters are heroes is an understatement. They give selflessly to a higher cause — protecting their neighbors’ homes, businesses and lives. You can only imagine your community without your department, or with a paid fire department, the taxes would be astronomical. So we can only say thank you to the good men and women who fight our fires and come to the aid of people in all manner of catastrophes, from heroin overdoses to car

wrecks and hurricanes. Several months in the making, the First on the Scene section is a project that is intended to express our sincere gratitude to Nassau County’s volunteer fire departments. Too often, our fire volunteers go unnoticed within our communities. With this section, we hope to change that. rinton It is, perhaps, little surprise that the ranks of volunteer firefighters have diminished over the past two decades. Many folks are working two and three jobs to make ends meet. They haven’t the time to volunteer. Nearly 20 years ago, I photographed a front-page investigative story for the Long Island section of The New York Times that looked at the dire need for more fire volunteers. I visited with firefighters from across the Island. The story was always one and the same: Firefighting ranks were becoming stretched thinner and thinner. In speaking with a number of fire chiefs and firefighters for this Herald section, the story remains the same now: Our local fire departments desperately need recruits. Often, people wonder why anyone would take on a responsibility as monumental as volunteer firefighting. I asked that question

of Louis Lanzilotta in 1997 for a Herald story about the Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department. At the time, he was chief of the department, one of the oldest fire companies on the South Shore. He said the answer was simple: old-fashioned good will. “You see how devastating it is when someone’s house in on fire,” he told me. “It’s a special feeling to know you helped that person.” Indeed. Beyond that, it’s important to note that fire companies offer a home to so many. They are places of camaraderie, of brother and sisterhood, of community. For those

who are firefighters, they often say they could not imagine not volunteering. So, to all of the brave firefighters across Nassau County, all of us at the Herald offer our sincere gratitude for all that you do for our communities! n If you are interested in volunteering for your local Fire Department, call its non-emergency number, easily found on its website. Scott Brinton Executive Editor, Herald Community Newspapers

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fire service. Conduct my personal affairs in a manner that does not improperly influence the performance of my duties, or bring discredit to my organization. Be respectful and conscious of each member’s safety and welfare. Recognize that I serve in a position of public trust that requires stewardship in the honest and efficient use of publicly owned resources, including uniforms, facilities, vehicles and equipment and that these are protected from misuse and theft. Exercise professionalism, competence, respect and loyalty in the performance of my duties and use information, confidential or otherwise, gained by virtue of my position, only to benefit those I am entrusted to serve. Avoid financial investments, outside employment, outside business interests or activities that conflict with or are enhanced by my official position or have the potential to create the perception of impropriety. Never propose or accept personal rewards, special privileges, benefits, advancement, honors or gifts that may create a conflict of interest, or the appearance thereof. Never engage in activities involving alcohol or other substance use or abuse that can impair my mental state or the performance of my duties and compromise safety. Never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual preference, medical condition or handicap. Never harass, intimidate or threaten fellow members of the service or the public and stop or report the actions of other firefighters who engage in such behaviors. Responsibly use social networking, electronic communications, or other media technology opportunities in a manner that does not discredit, dishonor or embarrass my organization, the fire service and the public. I also understand that failure to resolve or report inappropriate use of this media equates to condoning this behavior. n Developed by the National Society of Executive Fire Officers

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Michael McDermott, Commissioner Michael Parise, Firefighter Michael Schuh, Ex-Chief Michael Shaw, Captain Nick Cirillo Pat Jackson, Ex-Captain Patrick O’Rourke, Firefighter Paul Neumann, Ex-Captain Paul Yanantuono, Commissioner Peter Arnold, Ex-Captain Peter Ortiz, Chief Peter Ozechowski, Firefighter Raemel Pascual, Firefighter Ralph Rose, Ex-Captain Richard Quick, Ex-Captain Richard Rottkamp, Firefighter Robert Asklund Robert Bischke, Firefighter Robert Brancato, Ex-Chief Robert Deutsch, Ex-Chief Robert Hachemeister, Ex-Captain Robert J. O’Donnell, Ex-Captain Robert Leigh, Ex-Chief Robert McKenna, Ex-Captain Robert Monahan, Ex-Commissioner Robert Noble, Ex-Chief Robert Quackenbush, Commissioner Robert Stephan, Ex-Chief Robert Stephan, Jr, Firefighter Robert T. O’Donnell, Firefighter Robert Wiedmann, Firefighter Roger Grogan, Firefighter Ronald Silano Roy Dyckman, Ex-Captain Russell Brower, Ex-Captain Ryan Donaldson, Firefighter Sean Randazzo, Ex-Captain Stephen Sotomayor, Firefighter Steve Renison Steven Boehm, Ex-Captain Steven Brown, Firefighter Steven Camp, Chaplain Thomas Fennelly, Ex-Captain Thomas Fitzpatrick, Firefighter Thomas FitzSimons, Ex-Chief Thomas Kelleher, Lieutenant Thomas Marchitto, Ex-Captain Thomas Renda, Ex-Captain Thomas Roth Thomas Ryley, Ex-Captain Thomas Yanantuono, Ex-Captain Thomas York, Firefighter Timothy Dougherty, Firefighter Timothy Ennis, Lieutenant Timothy Hagan, Lieutenant Timothy Hughes, Ex-Captain Timothy St. George, Lieutenant Todd Esposito, Ex-Chief Victor Berti, Ex-Captain Walter Noonan, Ex-Captain William Dworsak, Lieutenant William Hill, Ex-Captain William Marmo Jr., Ex-Captain William Marmo Sr., Ex-Captain William Segelken, Ex-Captain William St. George, Honorary Chief

By Nicole Alcindor Their pagers ring, and the hearts of Baldwin Fire looms from the charred remains of a home after a fire Department volunteers start racing. They must stop is tough, according to Christopher Lamanna. That can what they are doing, whether they’re at their jobs or really wear on a volunteer. So, he said, firefighters must at home sleeping, and head straight to the firehouse. talk. “I talk to my mom about everything because she Sirens ring as fire trucks race through doesn’t give negative reciprocation,” he Baldwin streets. Volunteers might said. be on the way to extinguish a That might even mean seekraging fire or pull a cat out of a ing professional help, he said. tree. “Crisis counseling allowed me Balancing work and home to express my emotions in a life with volunteer firefighting is judgment-free zone,” Lamanna a high-wire act, according to said. “There’s nothing wrong Baldwin Fire Department Capt. with seeking help because Charles Jamison. As a captain for everyone needs to do what’s four years, Jamison is in charge best for themselves.” n of 31 firefighters. Meanwhile, he works three other jobs and cares for two children. It isn’t always easy keeping his emotions in check, Jamison said, noting that he feels guilt and remorse when someone dies or a home burns down on his watch. “During a bad mood, I don’t want to be bothered, and every little thing is aggravating to me, for no reason other than I’m just dealing with whatever I dealt with at work,” Jamison said. “I try not to bring this stuff home, but my emotions tend to build up.” Firefighters never know Current Baldwin what to expect when their Fire Department chiefs pagers sound. “I always have some fear because I never Chief of Department: Frank Cesare know when a call is going to 1st Deputy Chief: Michael Exposito be a minor or a major situa2nd Deputy Chief: Peter Ortiz tion,” said Keith Eckels, a Baldwin volunteer firefighter who responded to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at 1- During a break, Capt. Charles Jamison of the the World Trade Center. Baldwin Fire Department spent quality time In his 28 years with the Baldwin Fire Department, with his two children watching television in the Eckels said he has only once taken advantage of crisis firehouse lounge. counseling. “I don’t think about my emotions until 2- Baldwin firefighter Keith Eckels looking at photos about a week after each rescue,” said Eckels, who prein the firehouse. He has been a volunteer for 28 fers to keep his emotions to himself. “I don’t think any years. Baldwin firefighter handles their emotions through 3- Eckels working with other Baldwin firefighters to counseling, but if they do, I certainly wouldn’t know make sure that a fire truck is ready for action. and they certainly wouldn’t know if I did.” 4- Baldwin firefighters said they are always ready Retrieving precious family photographs and heirto serve.

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Housing the Baldwin Fire Department By Scott Brinton Once upon a time, in the early 20th century, firehouses were simple, wood-frame structures, with a handful of garage bays to store horse- or human-powered engines with giant wheels and oversized tanks that, frankly, would run out of water fairly quickly in a big blaze. As the 20th century progressed, so did the fire trucks, becoming motorized. As time went on, small trucks became massive engines that required ever-larger garage bays. Fast-forward to the 21st century. Today’s firehouses are very large structures — often the largest in their communities. They’ve also gone high-tech, and rarely is there a single firehouse for an entire community. In Baldwin, there are several. On this page are the firehouses scattered across Baldwin.

1- Baldwin’s Hose Company No. 4 on Grand Avenue. 2- Baldwin’s Hose Company No. 2. 3- Long gone are the days of a single-bay firehouse. This Baldwin firehouse has six. 4- This Tudor-style Baldwin hose company looks like it belongs in England. Photos by Bill Kelly/Herald

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Volunteer firefighters climb ladders that stretch two and three stories into the air, high-pressure hoses at the ready to spray down raging fires that burn hotter than a thousand degrees. Black smoke billows in all directions. At any moment, the home or building might explode or collapse. Meanwhile, others rush inside in search of victims who might be trapped. It’s an inferno, with flames raging in all directions. Sight is limited. The structure groans. Weakened wooden floors might give in. Walls and ceilings might come crashing down. Yes, volunteer firefighting is very, very dangerous, and the financial reward is, well, non-existent, except for a small pension later in life. Long Island’s firefighters are largely volunteers. They give of their time and of themselves, they say, out of an old-fashioned sense of community and a desire to aid those in need. Long-time Herald photographer Bill Kelly has spent years capturing volunteer firefighters at work as they extinguish blazes of all sorts. Herein are a handful of his images of Baldwin fire volunteers .

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Town offers alarm safety tips Editor’s note: The following safety tips were provided by the Town of Hempstead as a public-service announcement. Smoke detectors are considered the most effective fire-warning device, and should be placed on every level of a home. When properly installed, smoke alarms reduce fire-related deaths and injuries. Because smoke rapidly spreads during a house fire, the alarms provide a warning, giving occupants more time to escape from the home. Be sure to: Install smoke alarms in every sleeping • room and outside each separate sleeping area. Test your smoke alarms at least once a month and press the button to be sure that the alarm is working. If the alarm does not respond during testing, replace the batteries or the device immediately. A smoke alarm should be on the ceiling or high on a wall. Keep smoke alarms away from the kitchen to reduce false alarms. Replace all smoke alarms in your home every 10 years. When a smoke alarm sounds, get out immediately.

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