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Very well said Mike.

Don't forget Great Britain has been at our side since the wars began in the wake of 9/11. They've suffered tremendous casualties and paid a tough price just like we have. They are a civilized ally in a very uncivilized world, and have had the fortitude to stand up and do what has needed to be done.

I know two things about my Class A Uniform. #1: I will never dishonor it #2: When I die, should you wish to come and view me in my casket, I'll be wearing it.

Doesn't your dept supply your uniform?

Ang, you always add a different dynamic to any conversation. I'd like to return the compliment to you, and tell you that you are right again. Retired apparatus I guess does fall into the category of "big boy toys." lol

Respectfully fireguy, I don't know much about that neck of the woods you guys are talking about, so I won't comment on it. However, I take issue with ANY firefighter referring to fire apparatus as "toys." I recently rode with another firefighter who referred to his apparatus as I believe he said "a shiny red toy." This isn't a lecture or anything. Fire apparatus are there for a deadly serious purpose. Those ladders, aerials, pumps and hoses might be the tools needed to pull a seriously burned victim from a raging fire, or get water on a fire to hopefully prevent that victim from burning to death, or dying of asphyxiation from toxic, choking, burning plastics, wood, or a thousand other things. Firefighters definitely take pride in their apparatus. We love to wash them, test them and keep them ready for those times of need. We love to operate them. Let's just keep our eyes on the objective of the mission. And it is serious, it is deadly, it is why we are/were there. To answer the call to action. I don't think you'll hear too many cops refer to their weaponry or rigs as toys. Why should we be any different? Have a safe day Bro.

The 2012 Summer Olympics are off and running. Many of us here probably watched the Opening Ceremony. Danny Boyle who directed "Slumdog Millionaire" put it all together. For some reason the National Broadcasting Company decided there was a segment of the ceremony that would be edited out, and while it was happening we here in America got the treat of a Ryan Seacrest/Michael Phelps interview. That segment it turns out was a tribute to the victims of the 7/7/2005 London bombings; Great Britain's 9/11. Here's a link to view it. It's quite a beautiful and moving performance. http://deadspin.com/...want-you-to-see Never Forget.

Right on.

Great post T John. Thank you.

People go under the assumption (not the original poster of this thread, he's just passing along information) that because agencies go through so much training and planning for catastrophic incidents, that when something horrific such as this MCI happens, things will/should go according to these static plans; drawn on white boards in our planning rooms, presented on Powerpoint and practiced time and again in our controlled environments on the drill field. When something so horrendous happens, the first in officers are naturally going to be way ahead of the planning curve. Of course when they see multiple people injured, some obviously DOA, they're going to urgently ask for help. The practiced and rehearsed response to these incidents is going to take time time to catch up to the real time action on the ground. In this case if officers are possibly pleading for EMS and EMS is probably chomping at the bit to get in there and help; being removed from the scene gives the EMS personnel the ability to reasonably think that they should be waiting for the proper orders; a secure scene advisory to move in, etc. As in every catastrophe, there are so many individual acts of heroism and valor that occur during and immediately after the event, they are hard to count. I think, with so much focus on sensationalism in media reporting, we should always recognize that none of these events are going to go exactly as they were presented to us on a white board in our training classrooms. I also think that point has been made many times here on Bravo, but should be mentioned again. My personal wish is for all emergency personnel who responded into this event to get the follow-up care that they are going to need, and certainly all of the victims and civilians who acted with courage and valor under fire, get the help and care they need as well. Nobody, no matter how experienced, no matter how fearless and salty they may be, on any of our jobs can walk away from such an incident "untouched." Once again, the emergency responders of this country, in this case Aurora, Co. did the best they could under extreme duress. I'm quite confident they ALL did an excellent job.

The proverbial calm before the storm?

Gotta say, I love that photo.

Very cool. I like the part about the donations to Wounded Warrior. Congrats man.

More information: http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/rocky_mountain_hell_MDu0tuvbR0FaTK2BDNkE2M

Perhaps we are overlooking the most important aspect of this article? The (I'm assuming Tahoe) SUV rolled, the Trooper was probably wearing his seatbelt, and after getting checked out was released from the hospital. In my opinion that's a pretty strong testament as to the safety of the vehicle. I wonder if there are any statistics out there showing LE traffic injuries/fatalities and the vehicles they were driving. Just a guess, those driving LARGER SUV's such as Tahoes (def. not Explorers) might be pretty low.

Had an idea Brothers and Sisters. How about we revisit Lenny's last post and rep it as high as we can. I'm out of rep points for the day but I promise you tomorrow I'll be on it....... http://www.emtbravo.net/index.php/topic/46817-questioning-for-infectious-diseases-as-part-of-medical-history/page__p__268043#entry268043

It's cool man, we hear you and I'll bet you'll get some great support for your Brother.

Yes again.

This is quite shocking, the whole situation. I'm asking myself "is this really happening?" It's surreal. ny10570 who we now know his name is Lenny Joyner, see his photo on the Denver news story, has been a regular productive member of this board for years. We know his political leanings, his compassion for others, his decency....yet most of us didn't know him personally. I wish I had. To those members here who had the honor of knowing him, condolences to you all. We all share in your grief. For all of us here who care, who feel, please take care of yourselves now. Don't be tempted to grab the beers or anything else to drown the pain away. Talk about it. Write about it. Share your feelings with those of us here who care for you and want you to be okay. That's what this site is about. A Fraternity of sorts. Times like these are the most testing for everybody. Talk about it at the firehouse, the precinct, the ambulance quarters. Lenny got called home to God way too early, yet he obviously died doing what he wanted to be doing. Living his life the way he wanted it to be. Quite an adventurist it seems. I imagine he was quite ecstatic to reach that peak, to see that view, to be closer to his God. Our board has another hero now. And his name is Lenny Joyner. God Rest In Peace. Edit: Last name proper spelling.

http://newrochelle.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/probe-underway-stamford-boating-death

Pretty sure that Mack TL was former FDNY. 75' Aerialscope. With the classic Tormentors. I want it. Edit: grammatical error

Pardon me, but isn't the speed limit on the TSP 55 mph? How could you say 50 mph is slow in inclement weather?

NFPA states for a residential structure fire such as this it's supposed to be 18 within the first 8 minutes? Barry?

Dear God, Please in your Mercy, Bring our Brother Home Safely.

God bless you Ang and all the Brothers and Sisters who tried in vain to help our lost Brother.