billy98988

Photos from today's annual Roslindale Day Parade. The Boston Police Patrol's Association wagon was great! 1952 Chevy.

I think that when you renew your liscence you should have to take a informational course to be informed on the new v & t laws that have gone into effect since you renewed it the last time. It could be on the web with a quiz at the end. Once you pass the quiz you get a number, code etc that would allow you to continue the renweal process. Wouldn't take all that long and would update motorists.

After the last FHP Trooper was killed as he sat in his patrol car on the turnpike; rear-ended, Crown Vic burst into flames, they got this law up and running. Amazing how many people are still ignorant of it though.
These days the FHP is concentrating on nabbing people who flash their high-beams at on-coming traffic to alert motorists of a radar trap.
The days of helping other motorists in this fashion are, and should be, long gone. For all you know you could be alerting a wanted felon to slow down (amazing how many drug-runners are busted because they are speeding to begin with).
It's like the days of picking up hitch-hikers. Those days are long gone as well; for all you know and chances are the hitch-hiker could be a murderer on the run.
The nostalgic days of "Smokey and the Bandit" and C.B. radios have long faded into history. The highways have never been more dangerous than they are now.
Returning recently into the State of Florida from a trip to South Carolina; woman trying to flag down cars, with two men laying directly under the rear bumper looking at something under the car. suspicious looking (and no she hadn't just run them over) Now 20 years ago I might have stopped. Today the chances are just as good that the two guys laying down will jump up, rob you of your wallet and cell phone, and jack your car. Instead, we all have cell phones; dial 9-1-1 and let the cops handle it.
The only thing I'll still stop for is flames or an MVA with obvious injuries and no first responders on scene yet. Some things we just can't let go of.
Regarding the move-over law, I put my flashers on, move into the center-turning lane down here on the Overseas Highway and slow down to 25 in a 45 mph zone. Looking in my rear-view mirror it never fails to see idiots not moving over, not slowing down, etc.
The last 7 Monroe County Sheriffs (the Keys are Monroe County) killed on the job have been vehicular related.

Date: 09/27/2011
Time: 1725 hrs
Location: 2247 Greenville Turnpike IAO Day's Inn
Frequency:
Units Operating: Huguenot FD, Port Jervis EMS/ALS, Deerpark PD
Weather Conditions:
Description Of Incident: MVA w/ Entrapment + 2 pts. unconcious in vehicle
Reporters:
Writer: v85
1733: Huguenot resounded for all available manpower for entrapment
1744: Greenville Fire Police to shut down Greenville Turnpike

Thanks for the hints I definitely want to stop at some of these places if we have the time!!
Today's travels took us into PG Co., but we were on a tight schedule. My father wanted to visit and pay respects to his father's grave, (located in PGCO).
On the way back we passed DCFD Eng. Co. #19, the guys were hosing some stuff down, so we stopped to shoot the breeze.
Not the best photo, I know, but it was a quick shot with as little traffic in front as I could get!



I didn't even get the chance to get any info on this engine, as within 2 minutes of getting there, they got an alarm and had to run.


The above engine is due for replacement in the next few weeks, here is a Spy Shot of the NEW DCFD E-19!!

I can only imagine how many non-residents will sign up for this.

I wish EVERY town would do this!

That's correct, WC-DES manages the Westchester County Animal Response Team (WesCART). They are a active volunteer group that "responds to emergencies that require animal rescue, evacuation, veterinary disaster care, and the sheltering of pets during a major disaster. WesCART is active in educating the public concerning disaster preparedness and pets." In English, when a disaster strikes and the need for pet sheltering or care arises, this group is the one to call. Since pets are not allowed into shelters, there really is a huge need for a specialized group like this to provide care for animals during disasters. I know for a fact that my local CERT has WesCART as their POC if a client arrives with pets and they can't find anywhere else to put them. At the Fire Training Center there is a WesCART trailer with their equipment. Check out the Facebook Page to see pictures of them in action. I don't really know much more about them because I am not a member, just a supporter.

For anyone who is interested, they are having a meeting tomorrow:
WesCART General Membership Meeting
Date: 9/22/2011
Time: 7 PM
Room #3
Location: Westchester County DES
4 Dana Rd. Valhalla NY 10595
Parking for The Westchester County Department of Emergency Services is located in the visitor lot at 35 Walker Road. Please park in the upper lot and proceed down the stairs to the rear entrance of the building.

If anyone looking for more information they can contact them at the links below:
http://emergencyserv...l-response-team, http://www.westchest...ems/WesCART.htm, http://www.facebook....180390625335395.

It's true that most department may only run a few fires per year - and the odds of them happening at the same time as a neighboring district is minimal. But it does happen.
Case #1
9/15/04
The Croton FD was dispatched to a residential alarm on Truesdale Drive. Moments later, PD updated it as a working structure fire. Due to the large size of the home, the stone walls and multiple roofs encountered, more Mutual Aid than usual was needed.
Operating: Croton (All units), Ossining (Engine & FAST), Yorktown FAST, Bedford Hills FAST, Buchanan Cascade. An Engine from Montrose covers Croton.
Less than 90 minutes after this, Montrose is dispatched to a residential alarm on Mountain Side Trail. When the Chief arrives he find a working structure fire. The "Tri-Village" is activated, an he has an Engine from Buchanan and Verplanck respond to the scene. The primary FAST (Croton) is operating at their own fire, so Mohegan is called. The Montrose Engine in Croton's quarters responds back, moving Briarcliff into Croton. A Cascade unit from Continental Village (R39) is called in place of the usual Buchanan Cascade unit. Additional assistance from Peekskill (FAST) and the Montrose VAFD are also called to assist.
Case #2
4/7/05
Ossining FD has a fire in a 3-story townhouse. Original request is for a Croton FAST. Once it's realized that the fire is advancing, the IC puts Croton's FAST to work and calls another FAST (Yorktown) and a TL from Croton. A Cascade (R36) from Millwood and an additional FAST from Chappaqua are added a little later for relief.
15 minutes later...
Irvington FD has a fire in a mansion on El Rietro Drive. The IC calls for a FAST from Dobbs Ferry and an Engine from Tarrytown. Additional help is needed, so the IC later calls a 2nd FAST from Ardsley, an Engine from Elmsford and a Ladder from Tarrytown.
To cover all of these departments, the following relocates were deployed:
To Croton: TL8 from Montrose for Croton AND Ossining.
To Ossining: E94 from Briarcliff, E260 from Pleasantville and TL38 from Sleepy Hollow.
To Tarrytown: TL21 from Elmsford.
To Sleepy Hollow: TL49 from Valhalla.
To Valhalla: L47 from North White Plains for Valhalla AND Hawthorne (TL12 OOS).
There's more instances like this in other parts of the county over the past few years.
I'm not much of a gambling man, but I do know Mr. Murphy is usually lurking in the shadows.
If any department is going to send resources Mutual Aid - bottom line - make sure you have sufficient coverage in your home field, even if it has to come from another department.

Some recent photos of Mount Vernon's apparatus

Pleasantville VAC has set up a "Supply Drive" to help the people of Scholarie County that were devastated by flooding. See the attached flier.






















SCHOHARIE COUNTY NEEDS YOUR HELP.pdf


















Please spread the word and feel free to pass the flier around.









Contact Captain Conley (Kelli_Conley7612@yahoo.com) or myself (MadisonPVAC@yahoo.com) with any questions.

Located in northeastern Westchester County, the Somers Fire Department has taken delivery of their newest Chief's vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.

Serving as both a first response vehicle and incident command post, 2443 incorporates an all LED Whelen lighting system that includes a Freedom FX lightbar, 700 series and LINZ6 series Super LEDs behind the grille, M4 LEDs on each outer corner and on the rear cargo door and 4 LAW HideAway LEDs in the rear taillights. Strip Lite and LINZ6 LEDs were added in the rear cargo compartment to provide additional rear facing warning when the cargo door is raised. All six are door activated and can be temporarily disabled by way of an automatically resetting sixty second timer. A roof mounted Dominator Traffic Advisor provides direction for oncoming vehicles. A CenCom control system and Sound Off headlight flasher complete the warning system.

A 24" Havis console contains the department and county trunk radios, Uniden scanner, cup holders, power outlets, side mount armrest, CenCom control head and storage box. The computer mount is a heavy duty Havis system which includes a multi position tilt/swivel arm and docking station for a Panasonic CF19 laptop using a roof mounted Antenna Plus Cellular/PCS/GPS antenna. An airbag option switch was installed to allow for selective deactivation of the passenger front airbag.

The exterior graphics package incorporates gold leaf and reflective elements, the department's elephant logo on each front door and a diamond grade red and white safety chevron spanning the entire rear cargo door. Par 36 Super LED floodlights were installed under the rear of the truck and configured to operate with the OEM reverse lights to aid in backing the vehicle at night.

The staff and crew at Specialty Warning Systems extends it's thanks to the Somers FD for their confidence in us to provide their latest Chief's Suburban, the second vehicle upfitted by SWS for the Somers FD this year. (U-5 was completed and delivered this past June). We look forward to working with them on additional projects in the future.
Watch for the SFD 2443 video in our YouTube library in the near future.

http://www.specialty...ingsystems.com/

I don't (ever) post because I often feel like I have nothing to add. I have no experience other than as family. My grandfather was FDNY. My brothers were volunteers in Dutchess County.
But I want to take this opportunity to say thank you to each and every one of you. As a family member, I understand the sacrifices you make, the training you make time for and the time you are away from your families, friends and other activities so you can serve your community in the most amazing way I can think of.
I salute your bravery, your commitment and your expertise. Our communities are better places because you live, work and volunteer here.
Consider this a long distance hug from a very grateful community member.
-Heather

Date: 9/12/11
Time: 1330
Location: Orrs Mills Road C/S of I-87
Frequency: 154.205
Units Operating: Salisbury Mills FD, Vails Gate FD R-480(FAST), Cornwall FD/EMS/PD, Cornwall-on-Hudson FD
Weather Conditions: Warm, Sunny
Description Of Incident: fire in a 1.5 story residential dwelling.
Reporters:
Writer: billy98988

MY RIDE TO NYC IAFF FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL

Chris,
The park is Liberty State Park which is located off Exit 14B of the turnpike..... Any city along the river such as Hoboken or Jersey City offer good vantage points to see the tribute.... Here are a few photos of the walkway at Liberty State Park. I suspect it may be pretty crowded here this year.....

Looking south the LSP visitor center is to the right..... You can see several photographers lined up.....

Looking to the north..... I believe that is the Goldman-Sachs building on Exchange Place in Hoboken..... Again there are a few more photographers lined up....

And here is a shot looking straight across to Manhattan.
The other popular spot is at the base of the Brooklyn Bridge at the park referred to as "DUMBO" which stands for Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass......

Here's what it looks like from DUMBO.....

And here is a shot showing both the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges.....I have been here when there were so many photographers lined up that I had to set my camera up on the rocks that line the river, and shoot with the rats running around my feet.....
Lastly, here's a few links about the tribute that you may find useful.....
Wikipedia entry about the Towers of Light Tribute and a few other articles......... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tribute_in_Light
Good NPR Article - "9/11 Light Tribute Still Dazzles; Future Cloudy" http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=140154497
Trapped birds - http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/northamerica/usa/8005051/10000-birds-trapped-in-Twin-Towers-memorial-light.html
The Municipal Art Society of New York Tribute Info..... http://mas.org/programs/tributeinlight/
http://mas.org/tribute-in-light-nyc-wtc-memorial-future-funding-donate/
A quote from the organizers -
"As New York prepares to commemorate the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001, MAS is once again setting up for its presentation of Tribute in Light. The majestic beams of light will illuminate the Lower Manhattan sky beginning at dusk on Sunday, September 11, and fading with the dawn on Monday."
Flikr group for TOL photos..... http://www.flickr.com/groups/til/

County/Towns and the Date to file



Niagara Falls 9/14/11
Ontario County Police Officer 10/5/11
Seneca County 10/19/11
Oneida County 10/5/11
Rome 10/5/11
St Lawrence Deputy Sheriff 10/19/11
Mount Vernon 9/23/11
Saratoga Springs10/19/11
Troy 10/14/11
Albany County 10/5/11
Tompkins County 10/19/11
Chemung County 10/5/11
Chautauqua County 9/28/11
City of Auburn10/17/11
Jefferson County 10/5/11
Oneonta 10/14/11
Tioga County 9/21/11
Franklin County Police Officer/Deputy Sheriff 10/11/11
Rochester 10/12/11
Kingston
Schuler County10/5/11
Washington County Police Officer 10/5/11
Washington County Sheriff 10/5/11
Onondaga County 10/4/11
Monroe County 10/6/11
Oneida City 10/19/11
Fulton County 10/5/11
Livingston County10/6/11
Clinton County 10/5/11


will post more as they become available.
updated 9/9

Date: 09-07-11
Time: 1627hrs
Location: 2064 Independence Dr.
Frequency: OC911/Base-5
Units Operating: VGFD Cars 1, 2, 3, 7, E478, E481, T484, T482, New Windsor w/(2) Engines, Newburgh FAST, NWEMS, NWPD, NW Fire Inspector.
Weather Conditions: Light rain
Description Of Incident: Fire in a laundry room
Reporters: TAPSJ
Writer: BFD1054 (o/s)
1625hrs (approx)-Vails Gate alerted for the residential fire alarm, laundry room activation.
1627hrs-Vails Gate re-sounded for the structure fire, fire in the laundry room. New Windsor dispatched under m/a.
VGFD Car-3 arrived 1st and advised of smoke showing with the occupants evacuated. He then quickly advised of an active fire in the laundry room on the #1 floor of a large, 2 story colonial.
E478 arrived, hooked a hydrant IFO the residence and stretched a 1 3/4" line through the front door. T484 and T482 then arrived and their crew's performed a primary search and started ventilation. Members made quick work of the fire and started opening-up & checking for extension, which was negative. A pet cat was located in a #2 floor bedroom and was brought out and re-united with the homeowner.
Mutual-aid was released as overhaul began. All apparatus was released with the exception of E478 which remained on-scene as the fire inspector conducted his investigation.
All units were picked-up and back in service by approximatley 1820hrs.

Date:09.06.11
Time: 2338hrs
Location: 36 Debra Court. X Street: Haviland Road
Frequency: Dispatch, Response, Command 3
Units Operating: Roosevelt Stations 3, 2, 1, Mobile Life with an ALS Unit, Fairview, Hyde Park, Staatsburg, Pleasant Valley
Weather Conditions: Rain, Upper 50's
Description Of Incident: Reported Trailer Fire in the Haviland Trailer Park, original dispatch stated possible persons still inside the trailer.
Reporters:
Writer: FiftyOnePride
2338hrs: First Dispatch, Persons Possibly Still Inside
2341hrs: Mobile Life with an ALS unit to assist
2342hrs: Possible transmission that all persons are accounted for (Did not copy identifier on progress report).
2345hrs: Second Alarm of Fire - Fairview One Engine Under M.A., Hyde Park One Engine .M.A., Staatsburg 64-12 to relocated to Station 3, Pleasant Valley 56-11to relocate to Station 2
2352hrs: Fire K.D., equipment coming in can hold.
2356hrs: 2nd Dispatch for Pleasant Valley 56-11 to relocate. Engine is driver awaiting a crew.
0001hrs: Dutchess County Fire Investigation Division to Respond
0005hrs: Command Requesting Fire Inspector to the Scene
0017hrs: Second Dispatch for FID.

Date: 9/5/11
Time: 2240
Location: IAO 420 Sharon Rd
Frequency: DC-911 Dispatch 453.9000 Fireground 13/14 453.8500
Units Operating: Millerton FD(Car 1,51-11,51-14,51-13) Sharon CT FD (E-6, R-1, and T-1)
Weather Conditions: Rainy, Cool, Windy
Description Of Incident: Fully involved structure fire.
Reporters:
Writer: billy98988
2240 - Millerton Fire dispatched to a possible house fire in the area of 420 Sharon Rd
2242 - Unit on scene reporting fully involved house fire.
2235 - 2nd dispatch for remaining Millerton Fire units.
2245 - 3rd dispatch for remaining equipment.
2256 - Holding off further dispatches, DC-911 reports Sharon FD responding w/ Engine, Rescue and a Truck.
2259 - Command request Central Hudson to scene.

Date: 9/5/11
Time: 2240
Location: IAO 420 Sharon Rd
Frequency: DC-911 Dispatch 453.9000 Fireground 13/14 453.8500
Units Operating: Millerton FD(Car 1,51-11,51-14,51-13) Sharon CT FD (E-6, R-1, and T-1)
Weather Conditions: Rainy, Cool, Windy
Description Of Incident: Fully involved structure fire.
Reporters:
Writer: billy98988
2240 - Millerton Fire dispatched to a possible house fire in the area of 420 Sharon Rd
2242 - Unit on scene reporting fully involved house fire.
2235 - 2nd dispatch for remaining Millerton Fire units.
2245 - 3rd dispatch for remaining equipment.
2256 - Holding off further dispatches, DC-911 reports Sharon FD responding w/ Engine, Rescue and a Truck.
2259 - Command request Central Hudson to scene.

Date: 9/5/11
Time: 2240
Location: IAO 420 Sharon Rd
Frequency: DC-911 Dispatch 453.9000 Fireground 13/14 453.8500
Units Operating: Millerton FD(Car 1,51-11,51-14,51-13) Sharon CT FD (E-6, R-1, and T-1)
Weather Conditions: Rainy, Cool, Windy
Description Of Incident: Fully involved structure fire.
Reporters:
Writer: billy98988
2240 - Millerton Fire dispatched to a possible house fire in the area of 420 Sharon Rd
2242 - Unit on scene reporting fully involved house fire.
2235 - 2nd dispatch for remaining Millerton Fire units.
2245 - 3rd dispatch for remaining equipment.
2256 - Holding off further dispatches, DC-911 reports Sharon FD responding w/ Engine, Rescue and a Truck.
2259 - Command request Central Hudson to scene.

Date: 9/5/11
Time: 2240
Location: IAO 420 Sharon Rd
Frequency: DC-911 Dispatch 453.9000 Fireground 13/14 453.8500
Units Operating: Millerton FD(Car 1,51-11,51-14,51-13) Sharon CT FD (E-6, R-1, and T-1)
Weather Conditions: Rainy, Cool, Windy
Description Of Incident: Fully involved structure fire.
Reporters:
Writer: billy98988
2240 - Millerton Fire dispatched to a possible house fire in the area of 420 Sharon Rd
2242 - Unit on scene reporting fully involved house fire.
2235 - 2nd dispatch for remaining Millerton Fire units.
2245 - 3rd dispatch for remaining equipment.
2256 - Holding off further dispatches, DC-911 reports Sharon FD responding w/ Engine, Rescue and a Truck.
2259 - Command request Central Hudson to scene.

So by some peoples thinking here every Muslim is part of Al-Qaeda, so then by that reason every Italian is in the Mafia; every Irish person is a drunk; every Mexican is a border jumper.

If that is the train of thought some of you have? I find that very embarrassing that people in 2011 think this way. Yes I understand their beliefs and there way of life, and I am sure there are many that follow the religion but do not follow Sharia law. How many of you are Roman Catholic and how many of you follow the Ten Commandments.

Would my family be able to go into 1 of there Mosques and not follow their rules????