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How is this working for everyone?

If the Incident Alert is different then what you saw on scene, why not PM the member that posted it so they can update it? Many of our Incident Alerts are very accurate, and we have a lot of great members who write them. Sometimes, a lot of people on scene think something is incorrect, when it fact it was correct, but they were so busy with their task they didn't hear the radio traffic. This site has been named EMTBravo for 7 years. If you do a search, you'll find out why it is named EMTBravo. The majority of the members don't want the name changed based on previous surveys. I really don't understand your complete post, what is this "one point of view" you complain of? Also, have you contacted a staff member about your concerns prior to this post? Thanks to the members who have this site's back and the appreciate the enormous effort that goes into our most popular section.

I know there are departments trained in ice rescue. And there are some firefighters trained in swiftwater.]] My question is, does Westchester have a swiftwater team, with all the required equipment? Or first responder level gear? Down here, I know mostly all departments carry swiftwater gear, and the photo below is of a quint's company's swiftwater gear. I know Westchester may not have swift water, but with the weather being so wacky the past couple of years, you never know.

Yeah, and the agencies down here, some of them have demo'd them and they don't work properly and have heavy interference in some conditions, amongst other things. Just because something's on the market doesn't mean it works perfectly. They keep improving the product, and until it's perfect, some departments down here won't buy it until it proves itself. But I agree a wireless headset is much safer. And most departments use David Clark. Let's not forget, headsets are used whenver in the apparatus cab as well. This drowns out the siren and other sounds and allows the crew to communicate better and hear radio traffic better, as well as gives them hearing protection. Until they had an LODD where they backed over a frefighter, LAFD used to stand on the back step and use a buzzer. That firefighter fell of the back and she was subsequently killed when the truck ran her over. It's also not just for backing up, or even primarily for backing up, but also used to communicate when operating from the rear of the apparatus (outriggers)

Wireless technology is not there yet for the headsets. There are also plugs at the pump panel and on the turntable. The driver should be focusing on one person, and that's the spotter. No reason to use a portable, and you don't want the driver to take his hands of the wheel to use a mic if he has any questions, etc.

Something I'm just curious about. Let's say a person owns a home on a large piece of property, where there are no exposure problems or threats to the public. Now let's say the same house is on fire. The owner doesn't want the FD to put it out. Does he have that right? Could an FD be charged with tresspassing if they did?

Anyone know who won the bid for Greenville's new rescue pumper (Engine 150), and any other details?

All I have to say is listen to the audio of this incident. It tells a lot.

I found this very cool. Each one of Temple, TX's apparatus has this simple decal, usually on both sides between the driver and crew doors:

Excellent video!!!

Cops here just block off the scene and make sure the FD can get in, maintain control of traffic, and keep bystanders away. They find out if anyone is in the sleeper berth (team drivers) or if anyone is injured, if possible. The firefighters arrive and suppress the fire. The wrecker comes and takes the vehicle away. FD clears the scene. PD opens the roadway as soon as FD authorizes them to do so. And then on to the next call... That's how teamwork is done down here.

PRESS RELEASE: LINK TO DEAWING: http://darienfire.org/misc_content/PE57000%20051910.pdf LINK TO DEAWING: http://darienfire.org/misc_content/PE57000%20051910.pdf

They are violating FAA regulations.

Here are some apparatus I've photographed over the past month or so, all are in the Austin, (central) TX area. Sorry for the lighting, every time I go out to shoot, the clouds come with me. All photos by me. Manchaca, TX Fire Rescue Command 501 2008 Ford F-250 Kyle,TX FD Engine 24 2008 Pierce Velocity PUC Georgetown,TX Quint 3 2006 Sutphen 75' 1500/500 Leander,TX Deputy Chief 2601 2007 Ford F-150 Georgetown, TX Engine 4 2010 Pierce Contender Leander, TX 2682 2006 Ford F-350/Pierce Brush Truck Williamson County Sherrif, Williamson County TX 2009 Ford CVPI Temple, TX Booster 1, 2008 Ford F-350/Westates Round Rock, TX FD Truck 1 2001 Pierce Dash 105'/1500/500 Temple, TX Engine 1 2010 Spartan/Crimson City Of Kyle Car 27 2010 Dodge Charger Police Package AusTex Towing Truck 24 2009 Peterbilt/Jerr Dann Intergrated 50 Ton

Per Bridgeport FD Facebook Page.

I didn't even know that the Port Authority had an Aviation division. http://www.lohud.com/article/20100716/NEWS05/7160362/Port-Authority-to-ground-helicopter-unit

SteveOFD, thanks from the insight. wrx9514, thanks for posting from your perspective and giving us the insight as well.Sounds like it was a tough job. With all that was going on, it's hard hear all the radio traffic. But listening to the incident from dispstch until under control, it wasn't so smooth logistically. But that's just my opinion. Some of the resources requested should have been foreseen and dispatched immediately. Also, great photo. Also, is there a cascade unit that was on scene? I forget if Briarcliff's rescue has one. Thanks again guys for keeping this positive and constructive.

Thoughts and prayers. I hope the media is wrong about the LODD.

It just got requested and is responding to the Briarcliff fire.

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Looks awesome! Is an ambulance going to be housed there as well? Also, any plans to dedicate it to Ron Jankowski?

I must add that Austin/Central Texas/Capitol Region/Hill Country where I live is a lot different then Houston, and 4 hours away on the southeastern coast of Texas for those who don't know. I could never deal with the humidity you have in Houston. Some things you should think of, we don't pay state income tax here in Texas. If you do buy a property anywhere within the NYC area, property taxes are really high. You also pay city and state income tax. It costs several dollars to drive over some bridges. And if you do drive in some parts of the city, prepare to pay for it. Also, in NYC you can get everywhere using public transportation, which is great. I do miss that somewhat, however the Austin area is pretty small and there's not much traffic, at least not anywhere near what Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, or NYC has. The cold and snow is OK if you don't have to drive in it, work in it, clean off your car after your shift, and then drive home to shovel your driveway. And you don't have to worry about warming up your car. Also, if your house is heated by an oil burner, then that costs a fortune as well. You should also get used to the stairchair. I BARELY use it in Texas, but in NYC almost everything is a carry up and then carry down. EMS in the NYC area is completly different then EMS in Texas, they are way behind some things we have here. Also, there are no ALS Engines or trucks up there, and the FD is not always so helpful or trained/equpped properly. Outside NYC, a large portion of EMS is provided by a fragmented system of volunteer BLS ambulances and paid ALS, mostly in flycars. Most BLS transport are done by commercial agencies, and most of them also provide BLS 911 thrugh contract. And there aren't many EMS stations- you spend most of your shift in the "bus". As for the cost of living, I would NEVER be able to afford my lifestyle down here if I lived in NY. For what I sold a 1000 square foot apartment with no property for I bought a nice house in a master planned community here in Round Rock with all the amenities, and my taxes are a fraction of what I paid up there, and I get more services for my taxes. My water bill, however, is what kills me in summer. I want to water my lawn more, but it makes you conserve water though! And last winter, natural gas bill went up a little as it was a COLD winter! My suggestion- spend a week when you can (Winter would have been best) riding along with different agencies and seeing what you will get for your money. I could get you hooked up, as well as other members of this forum, with ride alongs.

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