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So, because of the Quint they were focusing less on training? And less fires means they should be less prepared? So, EMS is more of a priority then fires? But they gave up their ambulance because of staffing problems? The fact it was only put into use four times in 3 years sounds like the only reason for that is that the truck wasn't getting out to even be used. If that was the justification for getting rid of the ladder, we'd probably lose 75% of all the aerials in Westchester. I know I'm kinda armchair quarterbacking, but these articles are well written and contain a lot of the facts, answering a lot of my questions. Although I don't think it's completely absurd for them to rely on mutual aid ladders, they have a very versatile first due structural piece, and it is such a waste for them to get rid of.

This is a good idea! http://www.telegram.com/news/20161120/ware-fire-official-has-role-in-app-that-helps-speed-up-power-company-response

I found some more information on this story, some of it somewhat concerning. From: WINY 1350 AM

Town Of Mamaroneck has placed the current Ladder 19 up for sale: https://www.firetruckmall.com/AvailableTruck/08661/1998-Seagrave-100'-Aerial?price=0-800000&year=1970-2016&chassis=Both&brand=All&pumpsize=All&tanksize=All&category=Aerials-Ladder-Trucks-Quints&warranty=All&region=All&mileage=Any Mileage

Does it irk anyone else that no one follows the move over laws? On top of that, when you are trying to move over, people won't let you in. Do PD's ever sit there with their lights on, and peg people who don't move over? I always hope I will see that. 'Cause if they don't, I'd love to see something like that more often. Just a tiny rant.

Very cool! Thanks for the info. Any chance we could get some "Spy Shots"?

Interesting and, although not in our area, somewhat applicable to our area article. http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/editorials/2016/11/01/editorial-ems-mergers-make-sense.html

It's a mix. Some do, some don't. It used to be that nursing homes and other care venues had what was called a "Private Emergency" which they requested EMS directly from their contract EMS service. The issue now is there are residential senior assisted living facilities popping up all over, and if an attendant sees a stubbed toe, they call 911.

Here's a photo of the new sign on display at a Thruway rest stop that I took yesterday.

Date: 11-18-`16 Time: 0920hrs Location: 5 Maple St C/S Old Tarrytown Rd District: Fairview Battalion: 14 Channel: Fire 14 Weather: 47F, clear Units: Fairview FD Engine 176, Engine 175, Ladder 1, Rescue 3, Car 2121 Hartsdale FD Engine 170, Tower Ladder 15, Car 2171 (To scene to assist) Greenburgh EMS Ambulance 79, Car 70 (EMS Supervisor) Greenburgh PD Writer: x635 Description: Working fire in the bathroom on the second floor. Contained to room of origin. 0921 Car 2121 requesting members from the training detail respond to the scene 0927 Car 2126 on scene with 7 members 0928 Car 2121 requesting Greenburgh PD for traffic control 0929 Car 2121 advising fire knocked down, overhauling. Contained to room of origin. Redirect any additional members from training detail to pick up Engine 174 and place into service 0938 Car 2121 reporting fire under control, negative extension.

I can't tell if he was "leg locked" or not? Either way, the result would be the same with the ladder going over, but I wonder what the difference in injuries could have been.

Interesting case. http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/217745588-story

Banksville is refurbishing Tanker 17 at Gowans-Knight: http://www.gowansknight.com/Banksvillerefurb111016.htm

From the Greenwich Professional Firefighters Facebook page:

http://www.lohud.com/story/news/local/westchester/new-rochelle/2016/11/15/new-rochelle-firefighters-honored-heroic-rescue/93885760/

Pretty cool video.

Finally, some PR. I think the signage is MUCH needed to educate the public. I'd rather see these then those "Taste NY" signs. http://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-campaign-raise-awareness-move-over-law

Wow. That is BUDGET! I'd expect to see something like that in a backwoods place. But I guess it does the job in a creative way.

I found this article to be really interesting. Not something I ever thought of, and I know a lot of firefighters with hypertension. https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-rehab/articles/46878018-Why-firefighter-high-blood-pressure-is-different/

http://www.lohud.com/story/news/local/westchester/yonkers/2016/11/09/block-new-lowes/93483190/

http://www.equipmentworld.com/ford-unveils-mbx350-a-super-duty-designed-to-take-law-enforcement-off-road/?utm_source=daily&utm_medium=email&utm_content=11-08-2016&utm_campaign=Equipment World&ust_id=4f701e9e86afc015e4aad769df0eb9ff

What always gets me about Greenwich is that they are one of the wealthiest communities in the entire nation. How they can not afford to properly staff an engine is beyond me.

No, Donald. Firefighters being shot at is not a "new" problem, and are isolated incidents that happen rarely (West Webster NY). And people do know about it. More firefighters are being killed by heart attacks, cancer, suicide, building construction, and low staffing DAILY then bullets.

RIP. http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/NYPD-Officers-Shot-Bronx-400041751.html