Tuesday, September 7, 2010 Hey,
In Massachusetts early this morning, a Somerville resident was injured after what appeared to be a freak accident at a fire scene. Initial details are that Firefighters were operating at a 2 alarm dwelling fire when a fire hose (apparently a supply line being laid) took down a fence in a nearby yard. The hose, which was attached to a hydrant, also took down a sign, which struck the resident in the head. The man, 48, suffered a fractured neck and a serious laceration on his head but was expected to recover. Reports are that the hose became entangled in another apparatus rear-wheel and that's what caused the problem. A Firefighter was at the hydrant waiting to charge the line and was also knocked in into the air and landed on the ground but was not injured. We'll post more details on our home page.
 
 
TARRYTOWN NY LODD UPDATE:
It appears that both men killed were members of the Tarrytown Fire Department. HERE are more details, photos and some video:
http://rivertowns.patch.com/articles/two-dead-after-falling-into-tarrytown-manhole
 
 
AUSTRALIAN FIREFIGHTERS TOUR OF DUTY IN THE USA:
Australian firefighters arrived in Emmitsburg yesterday on the final stretch of their 4,600 mile cross-country run from Calif., to New York City. Their coast-to-coast trip is to commemorate emergency personnel and victims who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The group of 36 is raising money for a variety of charities including the Tribute WTC Visitor Center: http://www.tributewtc.org and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation www.Firehero.org  among others.
By the time the runners they will have crossed 20 states in about 31 days. The group is made up of first responders, firefighters, police officers and paramedics, which includes an American team. They intend to arrive at ground zero on Sept. 11. The run, they said, has been unforgettable, and the closer they get to New York, the more personal it becomes. MORE HERE: www.tourofduty.com.au 
 
HAS YOUR FD PLANNED FOR THIS SATURDAY 9/11/10 ?
Details HERE: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/misc/$9-11.shtml
 
SEE YOU IN EMMITSBURG ON SUNDAY OCTOBER 3rd? NEVER BEEN? CLICK HERE:
http://weekend.firehero.org/media/2010/
The NFFF and USFA invite YOUR and YOUR FD to the 29th annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend which will be held at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg on October 2-3, 2010.
Take Care-BE CAREFUL,
BillyG
The Secret List 9-7-10 / 1009 Hours
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