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Meanwhile, in the other Greenville (Edgemont "Central Ave Scarsdale" section of Greenburgh), Ladder 4, a 75' Quint could use a 100' replacement. Maybe Greenville Ladder 4 could be sold to Greenville, would save them money on lettering, as well. Also, an aerial isn't only about height of buildings...

I'm interested to see if any local agencies (Fire/Police/EMS) have taken any steps to deal with the heat the past few days. For example, a heat awareness campaign, extra water or coolers on trucks, extra engine for rehab, etc?

This story is local to St. Louis, MO. It's interesting because I've read in other media how poles are back on the rise, especially with apparatus exhaust extraction systems. It seems every article I read on this subject either has really strong pros or really strong cons. This article suggested something unusual, slides. I've seen a photo way back, but does anyone know of a firehouse that actually uses them? Read more: http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/metro/are-fire-poles-sliding-away-about-half-of-new-houses/article_3952be68-7afb-5bcf-85b7-14368836266f.html

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They are a smaller builder and have a very strong following in Texas. They've tried to expand their market into the Northeast, but with limited success for some reason.

I've heard a rumor that FDNY is spec'ing a 4x4 version of their current spec. Excellance (one of the best builders out there IMO) has manufactured a module on a Terastar chasis (not too much different from a Ford F-450) for Mecklenburg EMS - Charlotte, NC (scroll down) http://www.excellance.com/vehicles/recent-deliveries?page=2 Braun offers an ambulance on the Spartan Furion chasis that allows plenty of crew room, and a tighter turning radius. I would imagine Spartan could put in a 4x4, but that would probably make it pretty tall. Here's some info on the chasis end: http://www.fireapparatusmagazine.com/articles/print/volume-15/issue-1/features/braun-orders-spartan-furionrt-chassis.html

Officially announced by WCREMSCO. Republished here. Please use this thread as an online condolence card. A separate thread will be posted when arrangements are announced. What a great doctor very dedicated to progressive EMS in Westchester County. EMS in the county has suffered a major and unexpected loss. RIP. In Memoriam It is with great sadness and a heavy heart we announce the untimely passing of Westchester Regional Medical Director and REMAC Chair, Dr. Nicholas DeRobertis, MD. Medical Director. Physician. Teacher. Mentor. Advocate. Colleague. Friend. He will be deeply missed. Nicholas Edward DeRobertis February 21, 1953 – July 1, 2013 FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: http://www.emtbravo.net/index.php/topic/48930-funeral-arrangement-for-dr-derobertis/

Why can't just do it right the first time? Find someway to push the parkway over the cliff to widen it and make it safer. Wonder how this traffic and one lane will affect emergency response? http://hudsonvalleyreporter.com/putnam/2013/07/taconic-construction-headache-delayed-a-week/

Is it rare for NYPD to open new stations? See the flag being raised for the first time, and more about the new precinct: http://bit.ly/18rOO5e http://bit.ly/14Jxpje More: http://on.nyc.gov/18rOVhi

Where was it located? Where Raymour and Flannigan is now? (former Bowling alley near CPA and Tuck)

Here's a graphic on the Sleepy Hollow Engine they donated to Broad Channel FD:

February 21, 1953 – July 1, 2013 Chief Medical Officer, St. Joseph’s Medical Center Westchester Regional Medical Director/REMAC Chair Service Medical Director: Empress EMS TransCare Yonkers Fire Department Yonkers Police Department Wake Clark Funeral Home, Inc. www.clarkfh.com 2104 Saw Mill River Road Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 (914) 962-3333 Friday, July 5, 2013 Afternoon: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Evening: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass St. Patrick’s Church 137 Moseman Road Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 (914) 962-5050 Saturday, July 6, 2013 10:00 a.m. NOTE: Arrangements regarding the involvement of emergency service organizations are still in process. More information will be forthcoming shortly. In the meantime, any interested parties can contact the Regional EMS Office at 914-231-1616.

Bump.

Over the years, this forum has had numerous "online condolence cards", and the show of support means a lot to the families. You don't have to say much if you don't want to, even RIP or something simple. It takes two seconds to do something meaningful. Now go post on the online condolence card for Dr. DeRobertis. This man had the back of EVERY EMS member in this county, and was a driving force behind progress and cutting edge protocols for agencies where he was the medical director. Show some respect for the man and sign the online condolence card. The Dr died in the line of duty, while treating patients in the ER. I'm embarrassed there's only 8 replies. I'll even link to it for you. http://www.emtbravo.net/index.php/topic/48924-the-passing-of-dr-nicholas-derobertis-md-online-condolence-card/

I know that some people will argue that having booster reels will make people lazy when attacking a fire. That's a departmental issue. Personally, I feel booster reels are a tremendous asset. In fact, in most of the country, they are still popular. They can be used for decon'ing firefighters and equipment after a structure fire, a wash-down,, rinsing the rig off, rehab, mass decon, etc. . It's easy to deploy, easy to use, and easy to store. What are the evils of a booster reel, BESIDES those who think it is a suppression line?

RIP.

Last week, RWC130 hooked me up with a visit to the FDNY Shops. The building is massive, it makes the tillers parked in there looked small. Hard to really appreciate how big it is in a photo. The construction is also pretty cool, the roof is bowed, but concrete with no columns. The foundation is designed to support the bowed concrete roof. I was given an article on the construction, and it was very modern and progressive building at the time (1940's). It was a "Z-D" system designed by the architects. And the shops are pretty clean, well kept, and well equipped compared to other repair facilities I've seen. It also it very bright, it has skylights and, when it was built, had the largest fluorescent light system in NYC. Anyways, the shop is massive, and can fix just about anything. It is an amazing place, not just the apparatus, but the shops and mechanics and all the tools and equipment they have. It was also neat to see all the apparatus in different states of repair, and being able to compare the brand new Ferrara and Seagrave ladders to the older ones. FDNY apparatus is increasingly very progressive and has a lot of user friendly ideas and capabilities. Here are some photos.Sorry about the quality, I'm not really good at shooting indoors, especially with the type of lights they had there and the way everything was positioned. Also, I'm more interested in the specs then the just the apparatus. The former Ladder 10, stripped of the mural and going into the spare pool

I was looking through Mike Messar's photos of the Hartsdale Pet Cemetery fire last night, and noticed a great setup of TL-15 and it really showcases the trucks versatility, and one of the reason's it's perfect for Hartsdale. But the reason it happened it because of the chauffer of TL-15 and considering the optimal placement. Nice job, strong work! Check out the photos here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151699223539596.1073741857.175887864595&type=1 (BTW, the building on fire is the crematorium for pets. Ocassionally, it comes in as a "structure fire", but it's often just smoke from the process. Which is what I assumed, but was doubtful because of the time)

Here are some updated photos from FireMatic: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.422012744507056.87734.102446966463637&type=3

If Hackensack Air Med 1 is requested to the scene in Brewster, let's say. Do they transport to WMC, or Hackensack?

Stamford's HME Rescue 1 is now out of service indefinitely. This comes less than 2 years after going into service. The body has significant wear issues, including floor cracks and failures. The truck has been stripped and is headed back to the factory in Michigan, where HME claims that they will try and rebuild it. This is the second time the truck has had to go back to the factory since delivery. The first trip was for significant water leaks in the body. Stamford is running their old Hackney rescue for now that can't fit all Rescue 1 has to carry, and there is talk about trying to get the older 93 Mack Rescue back from the Police Department Also, Stamford Rescue 1 is one of the premier rescue companies in the northeast. They deserve the best apparatus available. The people who spec'd the HME Rescue 1 weren't really given a choice as to what manufacturer they could go with, and they did the best they could to spec it with what they had to work with.

Read more: http://www.mcall.com/news/breaking/mc-upper-mount-bethel-fire-truck-crash-lawsuit-20130620,0,5364515.story#ixzz2WtSx9BnQ