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As far as the OLD PASS alarms are concerned, myself and a few other members still use them. Only on Brush Fires. There are many times where we have to really hike into the woods just to get to the fire. For whatever reason, I feel a bit better having my PASS alarm clipped onto my belt.

That pretty much explains it then. Thank you. We do not (to my knowledge) have anything like that here in Western MA.

This may be a silly question. But what exactly is the "job" of a PD ESU truck?

Here in Western MA we have a serious lack of manpower during normal working hourse. Any time the call comes in for a working or possible fire we get our full assignment: Both Engines (1 center station 1 west) Tank 1, A-1, Rescue 1. OF course, with lack of manpower comes lack of drivers. Control will also tone Southwick for Ladder and Tank, Tolland Tank and Engine, East Hartland CT Tanker.

I am not in westchester county BUT... On my department. There is no "Rescue Company". Whovever shows up, drives our Rescue Truck. It has: 2 Airbags Hydraulic Ram, Spreaders, Cutters Various Tools: Hand saws, Axe, Halligan, Closet Hook, Chainsaws, shovels, brooms Light Tower as well as "portable lights" Rope Rescue Stokes Backboards Full 02 jumpkit Winch Multiple Extinguishers 2 Scott Packs Spare Bottles Water & Ice rescue Equipment On board Generator Cribbing Some basic HAZMAT equipment visit www.granvillevolunteerfiredepartment.org for a phot

I believe some time ago (maybe a year) I read an article online about one college campus, I believe in CO, rallying for the students to carry concealed weapons. Yes, this in itself could be a proble, because that student will have access to all buildings, and nobody would think twice if he/she had a firearm. However, I think it may be a good thing. In my mind, student A starts fireing, while student B,C,D,E draw thier weapons, and eliminate the threat. It can go both ways, but perhaps this just might help prevent school shootings.

Front What I heard. The latest Models show it making another landfall in NJ, and coming up into the NYC area

I disagree with what you are saying. I can see where the problems with a teen driving a rig, However lets say I am 18 and just joined. You are saying because I do not have enough experience driving, I should not operate the rig, instead I should man a hoseline? What if I am just fresh out of my probie period, and not seen too many real fires? What if I have not taken Fire School? I believe every member should be able to drive, operate hoses, other equipment with the proper training.

We usually use 'Speedy Dry" or the Pads. We put them all in a Garbage bag, and put it inside the car, or on the Bed of the tow truck. And the driver disposes of the materials properly.

My problem with the Minitor V is the charging. When I first got mine when i joined, it was old, but charged fine. Now, It does not charge on the dock. Simple resolve, I have a spare battery so I just take the bying battery out, and put the new one in. But still. . .

RIP brother. Thoughts and prayers to the family, friends, and the Department

Good job. I am sure you saved many lives. Even though oceans may separate us. We are all still brothers/sister. RIP my comrade

WOW. Looks like a tough job. Great work from what I can see in the photos. Hope the patient(s) are ok

The criminals are really stupid enough to tell the PD that they are members? WOW

Thanks guys. I wasn't concrete on buying them. Just did a quick google searh as I am not familiar with the different websites other than galls, whelen, code 3 etc.