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LODD - Phoenix Police Officer - Nick Erfle - The occurrence was this morn at 0830 hours AZ time - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 .The officer was shot and killed during a routine stop for jaywalking. The officer an 8 yr veteran. In addition perp as well was shot in killed in confrontation with responding officers. (Info from NYEMT)

I LOVE "The First 48"! I'll be watching!

Definetly an interesting tatic, keeps FF's safe and makes the public happy. Also, it's kind of like the old school "lifenets" the ladders used to carry- only they used a sheet. Although I don't know how nice it was for the cat. AND SOME HISTORY ON THIS STORY:

I do. Also interested to know if Hastings has any apparatus on order or is planning to order anything new?

Westchester County Department Of Emergency Services has taken delivery of a new Hazmat 1. It's a 2007 Spartan/Hackney, and the front line piece for Westchester County DES's Hazmat team. Looks good! DES is really coming along quite nicely, and seemingly getting the funding they should have. I got some spy shots of the new HazMat 1. They can be found on http://www.emtbravo.com

More information on this unit is available on Hackney's website, including additional photos http://www.rescueleader.com/deliveries/hyres_westchester.htm

I'm actually curious to know that myself. I hope they keep it as at least a support unit. It would make a great scene support unit, with rehab supplies, etc.

OK, I had something new thrown at me this morning. I was resting in bed, when I heard a siren. My bedroom overlooks Central Ave. in Hartsdale, and I heard a siren. As per normal, I peeked over at the window, expecting it to be the usual Greenburgh PD car, flycar, or bus with the sound of the siren. What passed by my window suprised my. A white Dodge Charger, with large SCPA Police lettering on it. I was impressed with their Charger lit up with LED's, but it left me with questions. I've never seen them in Westchester before. What are they (NY Animal Police?), where to they respond from, and what would be a reason for them going Code 3?

Today, I started my Paramedic Refresher at Phelps Hospital. They have an AMAZING new EMS Training Center Read more about it on my blog at the link below: http://x635.blogspot.com/2007/09/phelps-ho...ing-center.html

Just wondering if any Law Enforcment agencies in the area employ or own Thermal Imaging Cameras? I know many Law Enforcement agencies around the country are starting to use this technology, which has proven to be a valuable tool in the fire service. It can be useful to Law Enforcement during perp searches, missing person searches, evidence searches, accident victim/ejection searches, and tactical entry, to name a few. A great technology I'd like to see employed by local ESU's, County PD, etc. I know LE Helicopters have it, but I'm talking about the handheld version.

Looks like Danbury's newest Engine company's quarters is all set to go! Anyone know when the new company will come online, or if the new apparatus has been recieved yet? http://www.emtbravophotos.com/SpyShots/Dan...26Quarters.html

If that is true, than that is cool! I wonder what prompted that demonstration. It obviously shows how powerful a hosestream can be. Nice find!

The former Car 73 has been reassigned to the Town Of Greenburgh Communications Divison as Car 193. For photos, click below or visit http://www.EMTBravo.com http://www.emtbravophotos.com/NewDeliveries/GComm193.html Looks like it may have been given a new paint job or at least some serious detailing.

It's also Nick Cabral's birthday! I wonder if he spent the eve of at the Airport fire? Happy Birthday to all members celebrating today!

I'm curious about another Westchester department name. How come Lake Mohegan FD is called Lake Mohegan FD, when the section and Post Office is callled Mohegan Lake???? Is there a story behind that?

I'm just curious how "Croton Falls FD" is called "Croton Falls FD", and not North Salem FD, like the VAC and PD??? Is it because the little village was called Croton Falls, and that's where the FD started?

This weekend, I took my first trip to Phoenix. Really nice city, and some very interesting apparatus and concepts. Scottsdale (Snotsdale) was a really nice area!!! In the Valley, they even have In-N-Out and plenty of Chipolte Mexican Grill locations to keep me full and satisfied. However, I must say that after LA and this, I'm actually a little In-N-Out/Chipolte burnt out. 70 of my photos from my 2 day trip can be seen here: http://www.emtbravophotos.com/SpecFeat/X635PhoenixSep07.html

It depends where you practice. Nasal intubation is GENERALLY contraindicated in trauma with head injury in most systems, BUT, if the patient can't maintain their own airway, and you can't intubate for some reason orally, then having some sort of airway is better then having no airway at all- because either way may cause brain damage. You just have to be really careful in your placement, and be aware of the anatomy of the face/skull and what may have been misplaced during the injury. Also, you've got to confirm tube placement, as usual, but in the case, as early as possibly, the best way is to feel or see the tube go in the upper airway. I've practiced in different systems om different states, and it's always been different. However, the issue is hotly debated. As far as the other medic just jumping in without consulting the other Paramedic, that's just plain wrong. In my eyes, when you first assess a patient, you develop a treatment plan. If another medic shows up, it's common courtesy to ask what that medic needs. To just jump in is a "cowboy" move and can be detrimental to the patient.

It's funny you mention that- I was going to say something because I really like that idea. Los Angeles City FD also doesn't have SCBA's in their cabs. I'm a big believer in this concept. First of all, with the regular seatbelts, its hard to get into an SCBA with your seatbelt on, let alone get fastened. It allows the firefighter to securely sit fully in the seat. On another level, it adds comfort. When you're responding to EMS calls, going to pick up dinner, or are enroute to anything, it's just more comfortable not having an SCBA or bracket poking into your back, or having to sit on the seat halfway. Also, it adds room to the cab not having the SCBA's in the seats, making egress/exit a little easier. Phonenix also keeps what's in the cab at a minimum- and what's there is secured- so there's no chance of flying projectiles. Also note the roominess that the mid-mount engine gives the cab. It also dampens a lot of noise, so it's easier to communicate within the cab (the headpones are for emergency runs- it's still hard to hear and talk over the siren). The mid-mount engine is also much more open, allowing it to keep cooler in the dessert heat. Another interesting note is the "Our Family Helping Your Family" lettering, which also appears on Stamford Fire-Rescue's apparatus. As with most West Coast departments, they are light years ahead of us here on the East Coat. I think Brunacini was a great guy, although some dispute that. Most of the people who dispute it are lazy. Customer Service has a role in the fire service, and the way they intergrate it into their department's mission is admirable.

Yes, it is. It's at the "Hall Of Flame" musueum in Phoenix, and it was fully restored to original condition in 1990 by Don Hale. The Hall Of Flame musuem is a MUST for any firefighter traveling through, they have the most amazing collection of fire apparatus and memoroblia I've ever seen. I wish NTFD/SHFD held onto it! What a great classic it would have been for the department, but at least it's in a great home right now for the world to see.

Stiloski's Automotive (with bases in Sleepy Hollow, NY and Valley Cottage, NY) has added more to their already huge aresenal of equipment that's available immediately to any department that needs it. I believe that Stiloski's should be on many department's running cards for heavy rescue jobs. This is their newest addition to their fleet, a 60 ton cap, rotating boom wreckers fully equipped with all rigging equipment need. This is in addition to their 75 Ton roatating boom wrecker. They also have added a 60 amp plasma cutter to their Rescue Support Unit (former Rescue 1 FDNY) For more photos of Stiloski's fleet, visit my photo site linked below. I'm hoping to get down their to get some more shots of their fleet soon. http://www.x635photos.com/thumbnails.php?album=68 Stiloski's also has a emergency vehicle outfitting division, marine recovery division, heavy duty airbag response unit, traffic incident managment unit, and rescue support unit, in additon to their general mechanical and body repair for both cars, trucks, and heavy machinery. They also provide a full compliment of towing services and roadside assitance for any type of vehicle. Stiloski's also sponsors classes given to area FD's in specialized extrication techniques, etc. They are trying to organize a class for the fall like last years, and I will let everyone know the details when they are finalized.

"The Academy" is airing on MyNetwork TV this fall. (NY Metro Area My 9 Channel 9) "A docu-reality style look at the L.A. county Sheriff's department academy as the recruits go through a grueling 18-week training program." Just saw the trailer on TV, looks like a cool show.

Another episode airs tonight on NY Channel 9.