Fire Shot with the New HD Firecam May 3rd 2015, Richmond California Engine Co. 67 Takes New Rookie Jessica Wraa in on one of her first interior attacks. Captain Marc Lucero, Jessica Wraa and Ben Faulkner make an interior attack on a garage fire on the south side of town. This was one of three fires the rookie had in three days. Fun part of this video is when the Truck Co loses their rubbish hook thru the hold while doing some roof work. We didn't complain to them just thanked them and used the tool!
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Preston "Gets It". He understands the power of the Brotherhood and the need to help out others. I am so proud of him. I am grateful for my son in believing in me to help him come up with this great finished product and I am indebted to Billy, Jimy, Mark, and Andrew for getting it completed in no time at all. If you guys ever need anything, just call me. Thanks Brothers!
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A spokesperson for D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser confirmed Lt. Kevin McRae died after collapsing at the fire. Bowser is at the hospital, as firefighters hold hands in prayer outside.
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See what it is like to be an FDNY Probie. This is class 3 of 2014. Do you think you have what it takes? Enjoy!
Read More »Don’t Miss Out – FlameFest 2015 Registration Closes April 30th
I'm getting all geared up for Flamefest 2015. I will be attending with my lovely Wife. If you haven't already signed up, you should look into this very unique event hosted by FirefighterWife.com. My wife, Becky, and I attended last year in Chicago and managed to form lasting friendships with other firefighters and their wives from across the Country. Trust me, this is an event you do not want to miss.
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Rioting erupted on the streets of Baltimore on the day of Freddie Gray’s funeral. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has declared a state of emergency. Several fires have occurred throughout the City and Firefighters have been under attack with things thrown ...
Read More »CAN TURNOUT GEAR PROTECT US FROM CARCINOGENS?
Firefighters are potentially exposed to a wide range of dangerous particles through their work – some of which are carcinogens. As we see it, that’s a cause for concern – and it’s also something that European-based protective clothing manufacturer VIKING Life-saving Equipment is working on, too.
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Barrington Countryside MABAS Div. 4 - 5-Alarm residential fire in Barrington Hills - 04/18/15
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The store became fully involved from the working fire which broke through the roof after arrival of fire units. Water supply was obtained from hydrants hundreds of feet away. Sections of the roof collapsed before the fire was brought under control at 611 Bordentown Ave.
Read More »Video: Transitional Blitz Attack in Portsmouth, VA
Engine 4, Engine 1, Rescue 1, Ladder 1, and Battlion1 were dispatched to a residential structure fire in the 2000 block of Queen St. B1 arrived to find a two story residential structure with heavy fire showing from the second floor on the alpha side, and upgraded the call to a working fire bringing Engine 2, Battalion 2, Medic 4, EMS 2 and Rehab 1.
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