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  1. firedude liked a post in a topic by markmets415 in Rhinecliff FD B.R.A.T   
    Our (Wassaic's) B.R.A.T has been taken around to area FD's that are interested in this multi use type vehicle and anyone that has seen it operating at a scene have been impressed with it's performance, it surely has exceeded our expectation of the vehicle, as a result several departments have either selected Firematic to construct a new vehicle for them or are close to signing a contract to have one built. Here are some photos (shared with permission of David Horton) of the Rhinecliff B.R.A.T which is near completion with a expected delivery of next week. Here are some the features of the vehicle;
    2012 Ford F550 2 Door 4x4 Chassis w/ 19,500 lbs. GVW Super Single Continental 20" Tires, 6" Suspension lift Heavy Duty Aluminum Fabricated Flatbed with FEA Tested Roll Bar Pro Poly 500 Gallon Water Tank Hale HPX300 - BD26 Diesel Pump Stainless Steel Inlet and Discharge Manifold Electric Primer 1.5" Rear Preconnect Sidewinder Deck Gun One Rear 2.5" Hose Tras. Two Electric Hannay Reel Mounted under the flatbed. (3) Aluminum Diamond Plate Compartments with flip up doors. Whelen LED Lighting and Siren Package Whelen LED PFP Scene Lighting Warn 16,500 lbs Electric Winch Oil Pan and Transmission Skid Plate






  2. firedude liked a post in a topic by jloftus in Mount Vernon Working Fire   
    Date:12/01/12
    Time: 10:11
    Location: 653 So. 3rd Av
    Frequency: 154.145
    Units: E-5, E-3, E-4, L-3, L-1, B-2, A-2 ( BLS )
    Weather Conditions: Partly Cloudy
    Reporters:JLOFTUS
    Incident: Reported structure fire above location, 2nd call reported basement fire, B-2 on scene 10:15 Hrs, reports smoke showing, 1st line in front door left side, 10:22 2 1\2 story, 2-Lines in operation, Prim Neg, 10:23 E-6, L-2 locate station 3, 10:31 B-2 reports main body K\D, 2nd Neg, Prob will hold, 11:07 U\C units picking up
  3. JetPhoto liked a post in a topic by firedude in Armonk - MVA with HazMat - 11/28/12   
    Date: 11/28/2012
    Time: 1548hrs (3:49pm)
    Location: IAO Route 22 & Middle Patent Road
    District: North Castle Fire District #2, Armonk Fire Department
    Frequency: 46/26 (Dispatch), Fire 16, EMS 16, 153.800 (NCPD), 151.535 (WEMS), FG
    Units: [Armonk FD: 2021, 2022, 2023, R85, 51B3], [Westchester EMS: 45M1], [WCDES: 2001, 2003, 2004, HazMat 1, Bat 16], North Castle PD
    Weather Conditions: Clear, 44 Degrees
    Details: Oil Tanker rollover with spill, minor injuries
    Reporters: firedude
    Writer: firedude
    1553hrs: 2021 on location with an oil tanker on its side leaking, minor injuries, canceling the medic
    1555hrs: 2021 requesting Hazmat Team to scene, HazMat and Bat 16 Dispatched
    1602hrs: Hazmat 1 Responding
    1607hrs: 51B3 transporting BLS to NWH, 2021 requesting what levels the tanks were at
    1608hrs: 51B3 reports approx 14,000 gallons of Petroleum in rear and saddle tanks had approx 25 gallons each of diesel
    1611hrs: Armonk Dispatched to 10 Lyons Ct for a reported basement fire (Update: Good Intent only, no fire)
    1630hrs: Hazmat 1 on location

  4. firedude liked a post in a topic by mymack1 in Sleepy Hollow Engine 87   
    Sleepy Hollow Fire Department recently took delivery of the following. Many thanks to Pierce MFG and Firematic!
    - 2012 Pierce Velocity Triple Combination Pumper
    - 2010 EPA Cummins ISX 11.9 450HP Diesel Engine
    - Gross vehicle weight 49,800lbs
    - 7 man cab
    - 1750 GPM Hale QMax Pump
    - 500 gallon water tank
    - Cab mounted Will-burt LED light tower
    - Holmatro CORE system outlets on front bumper and rear
    - Vehicle Data Recorder











  5. peterose313 liked a post in a topic by firedude in Yonkers - 3rd Alarm Fire - 12/01/12   
    Date: 12/01/12
    Time: 2136hrs (9:38pm)
    Location: 3 Dudley Pl (Between Park Ave and Palisade Ave)
    District: Yonkers FD
    Frequency: 46.5 (YFD Dispatch), 484.7125 (Ops), 465.600 (FG), 462.550 (OEM), YPD, 33.96, Fire 18
    Units on Scene: [Yonkers FD: Car 3 (IC), Car 6, Bat 1, Bat 2, E303, E304, E306, E307, E308, E309, E312, L71, L72, L74, L75, Sq11, R1], Empress EMS, Yonkers PD, Yonkers OEM, Red Cross, Con Ed
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 1: [Mt. Vernon FD: E204 (MVFD E4)], [New Rochelle FD: 2306, E22, L12]
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 12: [Yonkers FD: E314, L70]
    Weather Conditions: Cloudy, 38 Degrees
    Details: 3rd Alarm Structure Fire, 2.5 Story Wood frame, 4 L/S/O, 304 as FAST, 306 Captain as Safety Officer, L71 with master stream. 1 neighbor was taken to St. John for smoke inhalation by Empress. 8 YFD Firefighter were also taken for St. Johns for minor injuries, all were released latter that night. Yonkers PD quickly detained 2 people who began to fight across from fire scene. Standby units responded to other alarms in Yonkers.
    Reporters: firedude, X4093K, fdny41, Larchmont_Boy
    Writer: firedude
    Exposures:
    Exposure 1: Street
    Exposure 2: 2.5 story separated by 2 driveways
    Exposure 3: Backyard
    Exposure 4: 2.5 story separated by 1 driveway
    2136hrs: Original Dispatch for a possible working fire
    2138hrs: L72 has smoke in area
    2140hrs: L72 on scene with heavy smoke from front door, Bat 1 requesting 5th engine to scene
    2143hrs: Bat 1 reporting 10-30, requesting 10-17 electrical to scene
    2145hrs: 2.5 story wood frame, heavy fire first floor rear
    2148hrs: Bat 1 requesting 2nd alarm
    2151hrs: L72 reports they still haven’t found seat of fire
    2153hrs: Bat 1 reports 3 L/S/O and exposers
    2155hrs: Bat 1 requesting additional engine to fill out 2nd alarm, 304 dispatched
    2157hrs: Bat 1 report primaries on first floor are negative
    2217hrs: Car 3 taking command, 4 L/S/O with heavy fire on the 3rd floor
    2219hrs: Car 3 reports Heavy fire through roof, evacuating building, requesting 3rd alarm, E304 is FAST and E306 Captain is Safety
    2221hrs: Dispatch reports E313, L73 responding from Station 1
    2222hrs: Car 3 requesting 1 Mutual aid to relocate
    2225hrs: New Rochelle E22, L12 to relocate to YFD Station 12
    2228hrs: Car 3 reports all are out and accounted for, moving to defensive, L71 operating on 2/3 side
    2234hrs: Mt. Vernon E4 (E204) dispatched to relocate to station 1
    2245hrs: Car 3 reports exterior attack has been discontinued, no visible flames, companies back in locating fire
    2305hrs: Car 3 reports all companies operating, no visible fire, and heavy smoke inside, opening up, holding with current resources
    2321hrs: Car 3 reports visible smoke in structure, opening up
    2234hrs: Car 3 requesting E307, L74 to scene for extra packs
    0110hrs: Car 3 reports all companies are still working, Yonkers OEM 40 is to secure the scene
    LoHud Article and Photos: http://www.lohud.com...rm-fire-Yonkers
    The Daily Yonkers Article: http://yonkers.daily...onkers-building
  6. peterose313 liked a post in a topic by firedude in Yonkers - 3rd Alarm Fire - 12/01/12   
    Date: 12/01/12
    Time: 2136hrs (9:38pm)
    Location: 3 Dudley Pl (Between Park Ave and Palisade Ave)
    District: Yonkers FD
    Frequency: 46.5 (YFD Dispatch), 484.7125 (Ops), 465.600 (FG), 462.550 (OEM), YPD, 33.96, Fire 18
    Units on Scene: [Yonkers FD: Car 3 (IC), Car 6, Bat 1, Bat 2, E303, E304, E306, E307, E308, E309, E312, L71, L72, L74, L75, Sq11, R1], Empress EMS, Yonkers PD, Yonkers OEM, Red Cross, Con Ed
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 1: [Mt. Vernon FD: E204 (MVFD E4)], [New Rochelle FD: 2306, E22, L12]
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 12: [Yonkers FD: E314, L70]
    Weather Conditions: Cloudy, 38 Degrees
    Details: 3rd Alarm Structure Fire, 2.5 Story Wood frame, 4 L/S/O, 304 as FAST, 306 Captain as Safety Officer, L71 with master stream. 1 neighbor was taken to St. John for smoke inhalation by Empress. 8 YFD Firefighter were also taken for St. Johns for minor injuries, all were released latter that night. Yonkers PD quickly detained 2 people who began to fight across from fire scene. Standby units responded to other alarms in Yonkers.
    Reporters: firedude, X4093K, fdny41, Larchmont_Boy
    Writer: firedude
    Exposures:
    Exposure 1: Street
    Exposure 2: 2.5 story separated by 2 driveways
    Exposure 3: Backyard
    Exposure 4: 2.5 story separated by 1 driveway
    2136hrs: Original Dispatch for a possible working fire
    2138hrs: L72 has smoke in area
    2140hrs: L72 on scene with heavy smoke from front door, Bat 1 requesting 5th engine to scene
    2143hrs: Bat 1 reporting 10-30, requesting 10-17 electrical to scene
    2145hrs: 2.5 story wood frame, heavy fire first floor rear
    2148hrs: Bat 1 requesting 2nd alarm
    2151hrs: L72 reports they still haven’t found seat of fire
    2153hrs: Bat 1 reports 3 L/S/O and exposers
    2155hrs: Bat 1 requesting additional engine to fill out 2nd alarm, 304 dispatched
    2157hrs: Bat 1 report primaries on first floor are negative
    2217hrs: Car 3 taking command, 4 L/S/O with heavy fire on the 3rd floor
    2219hrs: Car 3 reports Heavy fire through roof, evacuating building, requesting 3rd alarm, E304 is FAST and E306 Captain is Safety
    2221hrs: Dispatch reports E313, L73 responding from Station 1
    2222hrs: Car 3 requesting 1 Mutual aid to relocate
    2225hrs: New Rochelle E22, L12 to relocate to YFD Station 12
    2228hrs: Car 3 reports all are out and accounted for, moving to defensive, L71 operating on 2/3 side
    2234hrs: Mt. Vernon E4 (E204) dispatched to relocate to station 1
    2245hrs: Car 3 reports exterior attack has been discontinued, no visible flames, companies back in locating fire
    2305hrs: Car 3 reports all companies operating, no visible fire, and heavy smoke inside, opening up, holding with current resources
    2321hrs: Car 3 reports visible smoke in structure, opening up
    2234hrs: Car 3 requesting E307, L74 to scene for extra packs
    0110hrs: Car 3 reports all companies are still working, Yonkers OEM 40 is to secure the scene
    LoHud Article and Photos: http://www.lohud.com...rm-fire-Yonkers
    The Daily Yonkers Article: http://yonkers.daily...onkers-building
  7. peterose313 liked a post in a topic by firedude in Yonkers - 3rd Alarm Fire - 12/01/12   
    Date: 12/01/12
    Time: 2136hrs (9:38pm)
    Location: 3 Dudley Pl (Between Park Ave and Palisade Ave)
    District: Yonkers FD
    Frequency: 46.5 (YFD Dispatch), 484.7125 (Ops), 465.600 (FG), 462.550 (OEM), YPD, 33.96, Fire 18
    Units on Scene: [Yonkers FD: Car 3 (IC), Car 6, Bat 1, Bat 2, E303, E304, E306, E307, E308, E309, E312, L71, L72, L74, L75, Sq11, R1], Empress EMS, Yonkers PD, Yonkers OEM, Red Cross, Con Ed
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 1: [Mt. Vernon FD: E204 (MVFD E4)], [New Rochelle FD: 2306, E22, L12]
    Units on Standby at YFD Staion 12: [Yonkers FD: E314, L70]
    Weather Conditions: Cloudy, 38 Degrees
    Details: 3rd Alarm Structure Fire, 2.5 Story Wood frame, 4 L/S/O, 304 as FAST, 306 Captain as Safety Officer, L71 with master stream. 1 neighbor was taken to St. John for smoke inhalation by Empress. 8 YFD Firefighter were also taken for St. Johns for minor injuries, all were released latter that night. Yonkers PD quickly detained 2 people who began to fight across from fire scene. Standby units responded to other alarms in Yonkers.
    Reporters: firedude, X4093K, fdny41, Larchmont_Boy
    Writer: firedude
    Exposures:
    Exposure 1: Street
    Exposure 2: 2.5 story separated by 2 driveways
    Exposure 3: Backyard
    Exposure 4: 2.5 story separated by 1 driveway
    2136hrs: Original Dispatch for a possible working fire
    2138hrs: L72 has smoke in area
    2140hrs: L72 on scene with heavy smoke from front door, Bat 1 requesting 5th engine to scene
    2143hrs: Bat 1 reporting 10-30, requesting 10-17 electrical to scene
    2145hrs: 2.5 story wood frame, heavy fire first floor rear
    2148hrs: Bat 1 requesting 2nd alarm
    2151hrs: L72 reports they still haven’t found seat of fire
    2153hrs: Bat 1 reports 3 L/S/O and exposers
    2155hrs: Bat 1 requesting additional engine to fill out 2nd alarm, 304 dispatched
    2157hrs: Bat 1 report primaries on first floor are negative
    2217hrs: Car 3 taking command, 4 L/S/O with heavy fire on the 3rd floor
    2219hrs: Car 3 reports Heavy fire through roof, evacuating building, requesting 3rd alarm, E304 is FAST and E306 Captain is Safety
    2221hrs: Dispatch reports E313, L73 responding from Station 1
    2222hrs: Car 3 requesting 1 Mutual aid to relocate
    2225hrs: New Rochelle E22, L12 to relocate to YFD Station 12
    2228hrs: Car 3 reports all are out and accounted for, moving to defensive, L71 operating on 2/3 side
    2234hrs: Mt. Vernon E4 (E204) dispatched to relocate to station 1
    2245hrs: Car 3 reports exterior attack has been discontinued, no visible flames, companies back in locating fire
    2305hrs: Car 3 reports all companies operating, no visible fire, and heavy smoke inside, opening up, holding with current resources
    2321hrs: Car 3 reports visible smoke in structure, opening up
    2234hrs: Car 3 requesting E307, L74 to scene for extra packs
    0110hrs: Car 3 reports all companies are still working, Yonkers OEM 40 is to secure the scene
    LoHud Article and Photos: http://www.lohud.com...rm-fire-Yonkers
    The Daily Yonkers Article: http://yonkers.daily...onkers-building
  8. sfrd18 liked a post in a topic by firedude in Yonkers - Structure Fire - 12/01/12   
    Date: 12/01/2012
    Time: 1515hrs (3:15pm)
    Location: 175 Douglas Ave (X Valley Ave)
    District: Yonkers FD (Station 9 First Due)
    Frequency: 46.5 (YFD Dispatch), 484.7125 (Ops), 465.600 (FG), 462.550 (OEM), YPD
    Units: [Yonkers FD: Bat 1 (Safety), Bat 2 (IC), E309, E310, E312 (FAST), L72, TL75, R1], Empress EMS, Yonkers PD, Yonkers OEM
    Weather Conditions:
    Details: Basement Fire, 1.5 Story Wood Frame, 2 L/S/O, primaries and secondaries were negative, no injuries reported, quick K/D
    Reporters: firedude
    Writer: firedude
    1517hrs: L72 on location with smoking showing
    1519hrs: Bat 2 reports fire in the basement of a 1.5 Story wood frame, Primaries under way, water on the fire
    1523hrs: Bas 2 reports fire under control
  9. firedude liked a post in a topic by SteveOFD in White Plains PD Using Digital Encyption?   
    No, they are not using digital encryption. Apparently they have switched to P25 digital for the PD. See the thread at http://forums.radioreference.com/new-york-radio-discussion-forum/254004-white-plains-police-department-westchester-county-ny.html for more info.
  10. Tommy_Scanners liked a post in a topic by firedude in Croton - Structure Fire - 1129/12   
    Date: 11/29/2012
    Time: 1705hrs (5:05pm)
    Location: Croton Harmon Train Yard, Building 6
    District: Croton-on-Hudson FD
    Frequency: 46.26, Fire 10, MTA
    Units on Scene: [Croton FD: 2081 (IC), E118, E119, TL44, T10, R18], [Metro North FD: 2643 with Brigade], MTA PD
    Units on Standby at CFD Station 3: [Montrose FD: 2271, E121], [Ossining FD: 2331, 2334, TL42]
    Weather Conditions: Mostly Clear, 35 Degrees
    Details: Confirmed roof fire possibly caused by construction on roof, E119 crew in building with 1 L/S/O, TL44 crew on roof, Command terminated at 1925hrs
    Reporters: firedude
    Writer: firedude
  11. firedude liked a post in a topic by goon16 in New FDNY Battalion's With Spacekap   
    These new rigs are shitty with the slid out tray equipment always gets stuck behind it and in some houses you can't slide the tray out. The excursions were a big hit and were well liked curious to see how these new ones are with the space bubble on it do
  12. firedude liked a post in a topic by SRS131EMTFF in New York cop's act of kindness goes viral   
    New York cop's act of kindness goes viral
    http://news.blogs.cnn.com/2012/11/29/new-york-cops-act-of-kindness-goes-viral/


  13. firedude liked a post in a topic by BFD1054 in Inception of the FAST concept as we know it   
    While looking through Michael Dicks incredible collection of FDNY pictures, i came across one that peaked my interest.
    It is a photo of 2 Firemen presumably taking a breather after a job. One of the men is Bob Athanas, who is now on R3 (Orange County resident as well). The other is Al Ronaldson who was with R3 at the time of this photo was taken.
    What peaked my interest was the fact that the caption of the photo states that FF Ronaldson was killed in the LOD on 03/05/1991.
    Being curious of the circumstances of the LODD, i did a quick search.
    My search came back with many articles and memorial pages dedicated to FF Al Ronaldson.
    One article in particular stated that the FAST concept was born out of the tragedy of FF Ronaldson's death.
    I found the article to be very interesting, so i thought i'd pass it on.
    May FF Al Ronaldson RIP.
    Link to the article:
    http://firerescuesafety.blogspot.com/2012/03/orgin-of-fast.html
  14. JetPhoto liked a post in a topic by firedude in Armonk - MVA with HazMat - 11/28/12   
    Date: 11/28/2012
    Time: 1548hrs (3:49pm)
    Location: IAO Route 22 & Middle Patent Road
    District: North Castle Fire District #2, Armonk Fire Department
    Frequency: 46/26 (Dispatch), Fire 16, EMS 16, 153.800 (NCPD), 151.535 (WEMS), FG
    Units: [Armonk FD: 2021, 2022, 2023, R85, 51B3], [Westchester EMS: 45M1], [WCDES: 2001, 2003, 2004, HazMat 1, Bat 16], North Castle PD
    Weather Conditions: Clear, 44 Degrees
    Details: Oil Tanker rollover with spill, minor injuries
    Reporters: firedude
    Writer: firedude
    1553hrs: 2021 on location with an oil tanker on its side leaking, minor injuries, canceling the medic
    1555hrs: 2021 requesting Hazmat Team to scene, HazMat and Bat 16 Dispatched
    1602hrs: Hazmat 1 Responding
    1607hrs: 51B3 transporting BLS to NWH, 2021 requesting what levels the tanks were at
    1608hrs: 51B3 reports approx 14,000 gallons of Petroleum in rear and saddle tanks had approx 25 gallons each of diesel
    1611hrs: Armonk Dispatched to 10 Lyons Ct for a reported basement fire (Update: Good Intent only, no fire)
    1630hrs: Hazmat 1 on location

  15. firedude liked a post in a topic by Bnechis in Advice, Pointers, Warnings or slaps in the head...Please.   
    You already know the players and the problems, it is highly unlikely that there is a big hidden issue that could explode on you, particularly in a small dept.. Even if OSHA (PESH) did come in it is technically the "Employeer" which has to make corrections, the employeer is the Board of Fire Commissioners, Board of Ditrectors or the City or Village admin and not the Fire Chief. Volunteer leaders often leave because they have other interests, family pressures, job issues or they have just had enough (I know career chiefs who have retired for the same reasons). Don't over read it.
  16. firedude liked a post in a topic by firemoose827 in Advice, Pointers, Warnings or slaps in the head...Please.   
    I was wondering if I could please ask all of you to help me out and maybe guide me in the right direction with something that I am a little worried about in my department. Advice and pointers are welcome, but slaps in the head and talking me out of it is ok as well.
    In last months meeting (our nominations) we had a few things happen; our chief of the past 6 years suddenly up and quit the entire department, and the only explanation was she was having multiple family issues she needed to deal with. Secondly; Our current 2nd assistant chief (past chief of a neighboring dept with over 30 years experience) dropped out of running from anything, stating he is tired of the issues we face as a dept and he only wants to be fire police. Leaving us with only 2 people qualified to be a chief officer; our current 1st assistant, and myself currently serving as 1st Captain.
    They nominated me as 1st assistant chief. (not what I wanted, but the dept has no one else so I am running, unopposed as of last months meeting, but we still accept nominations before we vote in December)
    My question/concern is this; should I be worried that 2 officers are jumping ship and not telling me much of anything? Our department is small, with 23 active members, 9 interior qualified firefighters with Firefighter I or higher, and an average of 150 calls a year. I do not want to take office as a chief officer and find out 2 months later OSHA is coming in for a spot inspection or something due to a unanimous complaint called in from an un-identified member of our community...
    Whats the worst that can happen to me as a newly appointed chief officer who just transferred to this department 3 years ago? Should I decline the position or run for it? If you say to run, does anyone have some advice or tips for a new chief officer based on your experiences? Besides the two years experience as Junior Fire Department Lieutenant and Captain, I have served one year as Lt and 2 as Captain in the fire service and have 23 years experience serving my 4th department.
    Im just concerned about the circumstances that brought me to this and if I should be worried or not. Im ready to be assistant chief and willing to learn everything I can, but I do not want there to be some underlying problem that coule side swipe me and ruin any chances at being chief officer again. Am I paranoid or do I have a justifiable reason to worry???
    Im hoping all of the salty dog ex-chiefs and current chiefs chime in on this one and give me some well respected advice, I want to do this but I want to do it right being I might only have one chance to do it.
    Thanks in advance.
    Moose
  17. firedude liked a post in a topic by NHFD21255 in Ashland Maine Large Tanker   
    Found these 2 pictures the other day of Ashland Maine's Tanker from the early 90's


  18. firedude liked a post in a topic by IzzyEng4 in Unusual Hydrant pictures - Mattituck, L.I.   
    Got the answer. These are spring well hydrants. These hydrants have a pump at the bottom of the pipe in the well. The well pump needs a power source so an electrical cord is attached to the pumper as it is hooked up to the hydrant. Since some of the areas in the North Fork don't have a good water supply.
    Mattituck and Cutchouge have the special built pump and electrical connections for these hydrants. Go to the link here for pics and the explanation: www.cutchoguefiredept.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=324
  19. sfrd18 liked a post in a topic by firedude in Tuckahoe PD New Chargers   
    Village Of Tuckahoe PD's new 2012 Dodge Charger Police Car. Photos are NOT mine, shared through flickr.

    Picture Of Village Of Tuckahoe, New York Police Department Car # 21 - 2012 Dodge Charger. Photo taken Sunday November 18, 2012 by ses7, on Flickr

    Picture Of Village Of Tuckahoe, New York Police Department Car # 21 - 2012 Dodge Charger. Photo taken Sunday November 18, 2012 by ses7, on Flickr

    Picture Of Village Of Tuckahoe, New York Police Department Car # 21 - 2012 Dodge Charger. Photo taken Sunday November 18, 2012 by ses7, on Flickr

    Picture Of Village Of Tuckahoe, New York Police Department Car # 21 - 2012 Dodge Charger. Photo taken Sunday November 18, 2012 by ses7, on Flickr
  20. firedude liked a post in a topic by EMTbravo in New Way To Report Forum Software Technical Issues, Errors And Bugs   
    Members,
    We have installed a new forum app that will allow you to report forum bugs, errors, and technical issues to us.
    http://www.emtbravo....ex.php/tracker/
    Please use this app to report any technical issues, errors, or bugs you may find. This will make it more streamlined and efficient for us to resolve the issues, and will give you a chance to follow up on the disposition of your report.
    You can find the tab to access the app on the top of the page, illustrated below:

    When you get to the main page, click on the "EMTBravo Forum Technical Issues And Bugs" link.
    Then, click on "Start New Issue" to create a new report as illustrated below. (To view the status of you reports, click on the "My Issues" button

    -Seth G.
  21. firedude liked a post in a topic by losromero in (Delivered) Sleepy Hollow FD Engine 87   
    Our Village trustees need to be thanked for approving the gift of our former Engine 87 to Broad Channel. Instead of only looking at how we can get more money, they decided to do the right thing to help fellow New Yorkers. Mutual aid is not merely helping a neighboring department when they have a large fire. It is also looking to help others in any way possible. We deployed Engine 86 and a crew for three days to the Woodmere FD on Long Island three weeks ago. I am proud to have served on that crew. It's like my Scouts say, "...to help other people at all times."
  22. firedude liked a post in a topic by EdAngiolillo in West Whiteland's New Pumpers   
    Ho-ho-ho! Look what Santa delivered this week!
    Engines 6-1 and 6-2 are twin Spartan/Marion pumpers with 2000gpm QMAX pumps, 500 gallon tank and 30 gal Class "A" foam.
    The lettering and goldleaf will be completed "in the next few weeks" since some of the extra parts have not yet arrived.
    The members were working on ENG6-1, so most of the pics are ENG6-2





  23. EdAngiolillo liked a post in a topic by firedude in (Delivered) Sleepy Hollow FD Engine 87   
    The new rig looks great! This is NOT my photo...

    Pierce Sleepy Hollow, NY 25937 by Pierce MFG, on Flickr
  24. BFD1054 liked a post in a topic by firedude in New City - Technical Rescue - 11/23/12   
    Date: 11/23/2012
    Time: 1330hrs (1:30pm)
    Location: 13 Germonds Rd (X Broward Dr)
    District: Nanuet Fire District (Dept # 9)
    Frequency: 44 Control, New City PD
    Agencies on Scene: Nanuet Fire Department, Pearl River Fire Department, Nanuet Ambulance Corps, Rockland Paramedics, Rockland Regional Technical Rescue Team, Clarkstown Police Department, Clarkstown Building Department, Con Ed Orange & Rockland, Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), Rockland County Sheriff, Clarkstown Highway Dept., Clarkstown Sewer Dept.
    Agencies at Landing Zone: West Nyack Fire Department, STAT Flight
    Agencies on Standby at Nanuet HQ: Spring Valley Fire Department
    Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny, 52 Degrees
    Details: A contractor working in a trench on a gas line became trapped when the trench collapsed. It took approx 2 hours to extricate the worker who was pined by large rocks and stuck in 6 feet of clay and dirt. The patient, who was conscious, was driven by Nanuet EMS to Albertus Magnus High School to meet STAT Flight and then was flown to Westchester Medical Center. OSHA is investigating.
    Reporters: firedude
    Writer: firedude
    Lohud Article: http://www.lohud.com...|text|Frontpage
    New City Patch Article (With Great Photos): http://newcity.patch...nch-in-new-city
    Nanuet EMS Article: http://www.nanuetems....cfm?News_ID=48
    Rockland County FireWatch Incident info: http://www.44-control.net/History.aspx
  25. firedude liked a post in a topic by SteveOFD in Norwalk, CT FD HQ progress   
    While I was in the area on business this week I had to stop by and take pictures of the new Headquarters Building of the Norwalk FD.

    view from the North East along Route 1

    view from the South East along Route 1

    view of the Garage from the South East

    another view of the Garage

    view from the South West across I95

    view from the bridge crossing I95 South of HQ
    The following are some pictures of the Norwalk FD Apparatus Maintenance Facility

    sign in the driveway

    Station 2 located across I95 from the new HQ Building

    Station 2 with the new HQ in the background

    Station 2 with the new HQ in the background