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    I have the Verizon Curve 8330. It is an awesome device. The service is 100x better than nextel, the web browsing is much faster, and it's just an all around great phone. I've never experienced an iPhone, or the AT&T network, but i've heard it's not the greatest. You won't be disappointed if you go with the blackberry.

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    They post in the Ward Acres Park, a city owned park, as Capt Nechis stated, on Quaker Ridge Rd. Originally when the 3rd ambulance was put on in New Rochelle, it was supposed to be stationed with 30A1 as a 2nd rig on the south end, alternating calls with 30A1, which is a very busy truck most of the time. Shortly after it was put in service (I think within a week or 2), it was relocated to the north end due to the long response times to some spots for 30A2. Now 30A3 covers that area, and they are the 2nd due to all of 30A2's area. When 30A2 goes on a job, 30A3 relocates to Station 3.

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    In regards to Transcare being a seperate entity from Brooklyn, the Brooklyn offices are mostly corporate. There are many units turning out of the BK, but thats where the big bosses are. I've worked Transcare in the Westchester 911 both full time and per-diem for almost 4 years now. It's not a bad gig. Just like anywhere else, if you come in, do your job as required, and go home at the end of the day, nobody should have any problems.

    Either way, best of luck to the Alamo employees, and for those sticking around, WELCOME TO TRANSCARE!!!

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    Haha, actually, all the food was gone before we got to the hanger! They said they were getting pizza, but we didn't stick around for it.

    It was a hell of an experience. Learned quite a bit, had a great time, and got some overtime! Can't beat that!!!! Lol

  14. Posted · Edited by x648eng119

    I was able to take a few pictures off my phone. Nothing spectacular, but some decent apparatus pictures.

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    Inside of the O.C. Hazmat Truck

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    My New Rides - C-5s

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    Myself, FF Carey, Lt Johoskey, and FF Cruz

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    C-130 Taking Off

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    love the picture of the apparatus placement... very well thought out !!! what year is the third on from the right ??

    Bill, are you talking about the Mack in the last picture? If so, it's Cornwall on Hudson's '73 Aerialscope.

    I've got a few more picts to add. I'll try to get that done tonight.

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    I think this is a great topic, and it's going to produce some very interesting and beneficial responses.

    I for one, am all for firefighter (well, not just firefighter, let me rephrase that to "responder" to cover PD and EMS too!) safety, but I do agree with the fact that when it comes down to it, we know there are risks, and sometimes have to be willing to take those risks when someone's life is in danger. Based on 99subi's post, I've never seen safety "get in the way" of an operation, but more so lead to different tactics being used to accomplish goals.

    I think this is such a great discussion because so many different aspects can be brought up here. Whether it be actual fireground operations safety, response safety, or even preventative issues like rig/equiptment maintenance or firefighter physicals.

    What it comes down to is calculated risks. What can I potentially gain vs what can I potentially loose, or more importantly, WHO could I potentially lose.

    KEEP THE RESPONSES COMING!!!

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    I'm not saying that it's a bad idea, but don't expect to see it anytime soon...

    I'm sure Chris192 would have a better idea, but all the WCPD officers I know are saying they are understaffed as it is. Guys running traffic stops on the parkways in southern Westchester waiting 10 minutes for backup..

    Obviously much more manning would be needed, probably additional vehicles as well. Considering what Yorktown PD covers, Rt 202, Rt 35, Rt 6, JV Mall, BJ's shopping center, Triangle Shopping Center, BOCES, numerous schools, and parts of Mohegan, JUST TO NAME A FEW.

    If it does happen, it will take a lot of time, and careful thinking. I don't expect to see anything soon.

  23. Posted · Edited by x648eng119

    I can't believe this hasn't been posted yet!!! What's up with that, VAEMC, MoFire390... lol

    This Friday, April 17th, at 7PM is Cortlandt Engine Co's annual "Jerkwater" friendship night.

    Come have a drink with me!

    *** I rescind my previous statement about it not being posted... It's posted in the PHOTO'S section... Anyway, now it's in events too!

  25. Posted · Edited by x648eng119

    I'm looking to make a trade of LED Dashlights.

    I have a Blue/Clear "TIR-6" Slimlighter. (The newer one with the 6 large LEDS, as opposed to the older one with the 80 small LEDS). It is in great condition, and VERY bright and effective. The cigarette lighter has been cut off for hardwire setup, but if so desired, I can reattach one without a problem.

    I am looking for a Blue/Blue or Blue/Amber Talon in return.

    Anyone interested, please email me at FDVA353@vzw.blackberry.net

    ALSO:

    I've got an older double dash king strobe (REMOTE) laying around collecting dust. If anyone is interested in buying or making a trade, make me an offer, if it's decent, I'll probably take it... Just remember, it's a REMOTE strobe, so it will not plug into a cigarette lighter, it requires a strobe power supply (2 outlets.) The strobe tubes were replaced on it about 2 months before I stopped using it, so they practically weren't used. I have blue lenses on it.