AFS1970

Nice that they were able to respond. What is the response time like?
 
Also this brings up an issue I often wonder about in Dispatch, which is interstate M/A. Despite being so close to each other we do very little responses across the line. We just redid our list for Tankers into Stamford that includes many CT & NY departments. I know there are fire boats in Stamford, Darien, Norwalk & I believe Greenwich. Which might have been close enough to respond, although that area might have required a small boat. I know that we don't have any kind of official list on our end, so it may be the same with NY just not being aware of what is available here.

Nice that they were able to respond. What is the response time like?
 
Also this brings up an issue I often wonder about in Dispatch, which is interstate M/A. Despite being so close to each other we do very little responses across the line. We just redid our list for Tankers into Stamford that includes many CT & NY departments. I know there are fire boats in Stamford, Darien, Norwalk & I believe Greenwich. Which might have been close enough to respond, although that area might have required a small boat. I know that we don't have any kind of official list on our end, so it may be the same with NY just not being aware of what is available here.

Nice that they were able to respond. What is the response time like?
 
Also this brings up an issue I often wonder about in Dispatch, which is interstate M/A. Despite being so close to each other we do very little responses across the line. We just redid our list for Tankers into Stamford that includes many CT & NY departments. I know there are fire boats in Stamford, Darien, Norwalk & I believe Greenwich. Which might have been close enough to respond, although that area might have required a small boat. I know that we don't have any kind of official list on our end, so it may be the same with NY just not being aware of what is available here.

Do they do this because they feel salty saying they, "beached their rig"?

Remember you have to be nice to the inmates or you will be brought up on charges, sued  or fired because you violated their rights. 

You could pretty much replace "Westchester County" in the title of this thread with any other jurisdiction in the US and this would still be accurate.

It is with great sadness that I announce that a good friend, Rob Arons passed away today (Sunday, 4/21).
Rob was a volunteer Ex-Chief with Fairview FD and he previously worked at 60 Control as Operator 611.
Rob "retired" from 60 so he could move to Florida, where he then worked as a dispatcher for Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue.
One of Rob's friends said it all when he wrote:
R.I.P. "Bubby"

 
I was under the impression that volunteer firefighters already could attend SUNY schools at little to no cost under a state program (with some restrictions).  Regardless, this, coupled with the fire service program and a state of the art training facility, is a huge boost for Ulster County and its citizens.

 
http://ulstercountyny.gov/news/executive-press-releases/ulster-county-executive-mike-hein-announces-initiative-expand-supports

I think Mr. Suarino's letter is excellent, and sheds light on the types of crap that has been going on for years in volunteer departments. Every department I've ever been a part of has had a select group of obstructionist old guys who haven't rode the rigs in 15 years that just love to make life difficult for officers and firefighters that are trying to get things done and move the agency forward.

Not entirely about NYC DEP but I am not in favor of agencies copying other agencies livery. I think each agency needs to develop its own identity, what in commercial circles would be called brand identity. I realize there are traditional colors and there are only so many designs to use, but why must everything be sanitized into a single logo. We see it all the time in patches, where a department is willing to part with their own history to look just like some department they want to emulate. I am not a fan of this way of thinking.

 
 
From being an outsider", I have observed over 15 years now how they are very meticulous and take great pride in keeping the apparatus in the best shape. It's part of the culture. Even Engine 9, one of the busiest engine companies in the nation, spotlessly shines. Another truck I photographed almost 10 year ago and then again last month and I couldn't tell the difference of wear.  It's true, they don't have to deal with the corrosive salt, deteriorated roadways, and rust, but I rarely see career departments (and some volunteer) in this area washing the motor, hand cleaning an aerial, waxing a truck, or even rinsing down apparatus when they are caked in salt in times other then with an annual inspection dinner coming up. Not only a pride thing, but also an important part of the maintenance of the truck.
 
Additionally, the Engineer for the pumpers, and Apparatus Operator for the ladders, USAR's, and other specialty vehicles, is a promotional rank. So there is  a person specifically charged with taking care of the rig on each shift, as opposed to it being an assignment for the day.
 

Date: 04-12-2017
Time: 10:41am
Location: 72 Van Ness St.
District: City of Newburgh FD
Battalion: OC 4th Battalion
Channel:
Weather: Warm
Units: City of Newburgh FD, Air Guard FD Engine, Castle Point FD FAST, West Point FD Engine  Newburgh City Police, MLSS,  S/B CVFD in Newburgh PSB
Writer:  ace84

Description: Working Fire on the second floor of a three-story structure.

Makes it easier when they don't have to face the winter or the notoriously deplorable road conditions of the American northeast!

Date: 04/10/2017
Time: 09:54
Location: 2350 Washington Blvd
District: SFD 5 (Woodside)
Channel: Ground 2
Weather: 57 & Sunny
Units: SFD: E5,E1,E3,E9 (RIT), T1,R1,U4 (IC),U7 (Safety), U8 (Safety), U1 (Chief of Dept), U2 (Asst. Chief), U121 (Mechanic)
         SPD: 8S2 (Sergeant),2C24,1E34,2C26
         SEMS: M1, M901 (Supervisor)
Writer:  AFS1970

Description: Initial report of a kitchen fire in an occupied condo. Police arrived and reported smoke from front door. Police Sergeant went into condo unit and reported flames from stove. SFD Deputy Chief arrived at on scene at 10:01 and declared a working fire. Fire declared under control at 10:08. Police blocking off Washington Blvd (divided road) S/B due to apparatus operating.

Date: 4-8-17
Time: 19:07
Location: 14 Rockledge Rd C/S East Hartsdale Ave
District: Hartsdale
Battalion: 14
Channel: Fire 14
Weather: 50F, clear
Units: Hartsdale FD        Engine 169, Engine 171, Car 2172, Car 2171
                                        Car (Utility) 2173 (Recall)
          Fairview FD           Ladder 1, Engine 175, Car 2121
           Greenville FD       Squad 15
           Scarsdale FD        Ladder 28 (FAST)
           White Plains FD    Tower Ladder 6
           Elmsford FD          Engine 237, Car 2111 (Relocate HFD Station 2)
           Eastchester FD      Tower Ladder 17 (Relocate HFD Station 2)
           Valhalla FD           Tower Ladder 49 (Standby in their quarters for Fairview)
           Greenburgh PD    Car 133 (SOD), Car 64 (Police Officer Paramedic), Car 50 (Patrol Supervisor) Car 86, Ambulance 79 (59-A-1) for standby
           WCDES                 Battalion 14, C&O Zone 3
Writer: x635  

Description: Dispatched as an unknown type fire inside a structure. Car 2172 on scene requesting 10-75, active fire within a occupied multiple dwelling
 
19:10 Car 2172 reporting main body  of fire knocked down, checking for extension. Ladder 1 to set up in the back of the structure.
 
19:20 Hartsdale FD recalling manpower to staff Engine with 3 firefighters. Car 2171 will be the officer and respond with that Engine if needed
 
19:35 Car 2172 reporting negative extension, venting, situation under control
 
19:58 Car 2171 reporting all mutual aid units have ben released from the scene, holding with Engine 169 and Engine 171
 

NICE!!!    Remember Keith Roma NYFP 120......  the forgotten #344

NAMES OF ALL PEOPLE THAT WAS IN THE WORLD TRACE CENTER AND ALL FOUR FLIGHTS

Hopefully they'll show the abuse of the 911 system.

Recently losing 110 lbs and developing healthy habits, I have become passionate for health and fitness as well as an advocate for firefighter, ems, and law enforcement health and wellness. As a health coach and in the process of obtaining my  personal trainer certificate, I would like to share fitness ideas with others. What are members doing to obtain optimal health? Cardio? Weight training? Both? How much time do you dedicate to working out? What about diet? What are you eating? Do your departments have exercise facilities or gym memberships? Do we overlook our own health and wellbeing as we care for others? 

Not entirely about NYC DEP but I am not in favor of agencies copying other agencies livery. I think each agency needs to develop its own identity, what in commercial circles would be called brand identity. I realize there are traditional colors and there are only so many designs to use, but why must everything be sanitized into a single logo. We see it all the time in patches, where a department is willing to part with their own history to look just like some department they want to emulate. I am not a fan of this way of thinking.

Not entirely about NYC DEP but I am not in favor of agencies copying other agencies livery. I think each agency needs to develop its own identity, what in commercial circles would be called brand identity. I realize there are traditional colors and there are only so many designs to use, but why must everything be sanitized into a single logo. We see it all the time in patches, where a department is willing to part with their own history to look just like some department they want to emulate. I am not a fan of this way of thinking.

Saw this at a firehouse.  A few pieces of pipe. One end capped, one end with a garden hose quick disconnect and a bunch of holes drilled in it.  

This is a great idea. It would be great for fire and other emergency vehicles.