Tag Archives: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Honor and Respect For the Fallen – The NFFF Memorial Weekend

Memorial Weekend could be an NFA class on NIMS. There are no questions...simply delegation from the top down met with disciplined, able, and willing men and women waiting to perform any and all tasks that are asked of them. It is a symphony of the classiest, dedicated, and selfless firefighters who come each year to assist in Honor and Respect for the Fallen and Supporting the Survivors.

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Support the NFFF By Attending one of Their Events

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation hosts events all over the Nation all year long. This years calendar is beginning to fill up with some of their great events. From 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs, to NASCAR races, to Golf tournaments, and a survivors conference which was just held. The Memorial Weekend will be in October.

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Remembering Hal Bruno

It is imperative that our firefighters know and understand who Hal Bruno was and what Hal Bruno stood for. I never met the man, but his legacy will remain as a huge influence on the fire service.

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FRI Wrapup – Entire Atlanta Fire Rescue Department Pledges to Buckle Up!

Every member of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (AFRD) has pledged to make personal safety a priority by signing the International Fire Service Seat Belt Pledge. The department was recognized today for their full participation in the pledge by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). The Foundation sponsors the new campaign, Buckle Up! So Everyone Goes Home® to encourage firefighters to wear their seat belts when riding in department vehicles.

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110 For 343… Finishing the Climb

The second set of steps that we climbed to the 45th floor it was me and Willie. The others went on without us. They wanted to move quicker than we could move in our turnout gear. We accepted it. It gave Willie and I time to reflect without anyone within floors of us. Just us...climbing...for the 343. The quiet was only broke by the sound of Willie offering support in keeping me going. His encouragement which I desperately needed. It was tough. Willie wanted to make sure I was alright. Like any great Company Officer he was looking out for me. It was just us climbing, and we were able to pay our respects in our way without any distractions.

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