Sunday, September 5, 2010 REMINDER: NEXT SATURDAY IS 9/11. IF YOUR FD/EMS/RESCUE or PD HAS NOT YET PLANNED YOUR REMEMBERANCE CEREMONY-IT IS NOT TOO LATE-GO HERE FOR THE DETAILS: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/misc/$9-11.shtml
Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yxSlf9I9IQ While we are all busy, we cannot be too busy to forget.
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4 Bridgman (MI) Firefighters were tossed into Lake Michigan’s extremely rough waters Friday afternoon after their rescue boats capsized while searching for a victim in the water. The BFD members all suffered from extreme exhaustion and water inhalation but all had non-life-threatening injuries. At 1000 hours on Friday, a rip current statement was issued by the NWS, warning people to stay out of Lake Michigan. Bridgman Fire and Rescue turned out for mutual aid with Lincoln Township for the water rescue just after 1600 hours at a private beach where 3 men were swimming in high waves (ignoring the warning) and were caught in the very rough current. Sadly, the 26-year-old Chicago resident is presumed drowned. Rescue attempts were limited because of high winds and strong rip currents. A Coast Guard helicopter searched the area without success.
LONG ISLAND FIRE & COLLAPSE
An East Farmingdale Volunteer Fire Company (Suffolk County, NY) FF was injured yesterday after the roof of a burning building collapsed, burying the Firefighter. Numerous FD's responded to the Lindenhurst fire at about 0200 hours at the commercial structure. As Firefighters attempted to enter the building, the roof and front wall of the building collapsed (see below). 1 FF remains in Good Sam hospital with fractures. 3 other members others were taken to hospitals, but not admitted. 2 PHOTO LINKS HERE: http://tinyurl.com/2eaw5wn http://tinyurl.com/25728ff
According to unofficial reports, this fire was transmitted by way of radio by an EMS unit returning to quarters. They discovered the fire in a 1 story large commercial building used as a food processing plant. There was heavy fire and fire was through the roof on the arrival of the first due companies. The building was reportedly constructed of non combustible materials including cinder block walls with a brick facade, metal bar joist roof covered with "Q" decking and membrane roof. Unknown if sprinklered. Reports are that shortly after the arrival of the first due companies and while the first lines were being stretched and forcible entry was being made, a collapse of the exterior brick facade, going down on 3 Firefighters who were forcing entry to gain access. According to some on the scene, the collapse occurred without warning. There was no visible bulging of the exterior wall nor was there any smoke pushing through mortar cracks, however there was fire thru the roof and considerable fire advancement.
This has been a busy week for Firefighters in the Suffolk County (Long Island, NY) Town of Babylon with several other multi-alarm fires, including an equivalent 5th alarm in Amityville: VIDEO:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFylFNUwZuQ
NY FIREFIGHTER SUCCUMBS TO CANCER IN THE LINE OF DUTY:
It is with deepest regret and sorrow to report the Line of Duty death of Rochester (NY) Fire Lieutenant Paul B. Skelly of Rochester Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 1071. Lt. Skelly, 49, passed away yesterday, Saturday, September 4, 2010 at 2205 Hours from cancer. DETAILS HERE: www.iaff1071.org
As always, our sincere condolences.
=====FIREFIGHTER CANCER SUPPORT UPDATE: ARE YOU ATTENDING THE FIREFIGHTER CANCER SUPPORT GALA? IF NOT, YOU CAN STILL SUPPORT THEM AND SIGN UP FOR THE VERY COOL RAFFLES:
Please consider joining the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) for their Annual Gala fundraiser, "Fight Cancer with Fire," on September 19th, 2010 at the historic Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, CA. This year's gala will be another memorable evening hosted by Los Angeles television reporter Rick Chambers with amazing performances by visual artist Michael Israel and comedienne Paula Poundstone.
All proceeds from the gala will directly benefit FCSN, a 501(C3) non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide assistance and support to firefighters everywhere battling cancer.
Founded by LACoFD, Firefighter Paramedic Mike Dubron following his personal battle with cancer, FCSN has led the way in support, education, resources and countless means of assisting ALL firefighters and their dealing with cancer. Everyone knows someone, a colleague, friend, or family member who has been affected by cancer. Please support this important event that truly touches us all. GO TO:www.FireFighterCancerSupport.org If you cannot attend, please consider a donation from your company, department, local, association or a personal donation.
Take Care-BE CAREFUL. PLAN Your 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, you are not THAT busy to forget.
BillyG
The Secret List 9-5-10 / 1220 Hours www.FireFighterCloseCalls.com
