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Rest in peace Chief.

Child fell several stories down the elevator shaft and landed on top of the elevator car. He suffered from broken bones and internal injuries. Video from CBS NY Channel 2 http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2012/12/10/boy-recovering-after-falling-down-elevator-shaft-in-mount-vernon/

There are plenty of good and decent folks who work as LEO's, EMT's and Firefighters. We don't hear about the majority of their good deeds because unless a third party (such as was the case here) happens to witness the act and pursue the media to get the story covered the deed is done and the guy in the uniform goes on his way. Fortunately, this time the act was caught on camera. Nice job officer, good Karma too ...

As I mentioned, I worked for HHC EMS prior to being hired as a Firefighter in FDNY. Having seen HHC EMS from both sides (as a member of EMS and then as a Firefighter) and eventually encountering FDNY EMS while operating at various incidents, I can honestly say that I found a terrific improvement in the quality of patient care as well as the overall attitude of the FDNY EMS folks over the majority of the HHC EMS folks. You definitely stated your feelings about FDNY EMS very well. Hang in there, hopefully things will improve as the years go by. Trust me, as much as conditions may not be all that you want (deserve) them to be, they are far better than they were in years gone by. I have great respect for the work that EMT's and Paramedics do often under far less than optimum conditions. Stay safe and keep your good attitude toward the important service that you provide to all who live in, visit or work in the five Boroughs.

Reverting to the old HHC operated EMS would be a big step backwards. EMS was so bad when it was part of HHC that many communities formed volunteer ambulance corps. so that there would be rapid assistance available (and proper patient care) when needed. I worked for HHC's EMS., there was little or no enforcement of crews who would 'disappear 45 minutes to and hour before the end of each tour, didn't answer the radio when called, the list of major problems is too long to include here. HHC's EMS was terrible at best.

http://www.lohud.com/article/20121021/NEWS02/310210065/1018 The article mentions that mutual aid was received from Mohegan Lake and Mahopac Fire Departments. That's quite a haul for Mahopac. Were Mahopac Falls and Kent also called, or were they not available?

Thanks for your response fitz. I just looked at Mapquest as I guess that's where your mileage quote is from. Mahopac Falls Main Station: 4.67 miles (est. 11 minutes), Substation: 4.79 miles (est. 12 minutes), (Kent F.D. 7.79 miles (est. 12 minutes), Mahopac F.D. 6.88 miles (est 16 minutes). My original question was intended to ascertain if firefighting water was requested from Mahopac Falls and Kent also as both of these departments have a quicker drive time to the scene. The estimated 5 minutes faster time for M.F.V.F.D. and 4 minutes faster time for K.V.F.D. is significant if crews are performing an interior attack and waiting for water.

Condolences to FF Rodriques' family and to his Brothers at the Yonkers F.D.. Rest in peace Brother.

http://www.lowellsun.com/ci_21127201/lowell-councilor-seeks-review-faulty-firetrucks?IADID=Search-www.lowellsun.com-www.lowellsun.com http://www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_21144384/lowell-hires-private-investigator-probe-cause-fire-engine#ixzz21ZJ11umR

Rest in peace.

Holy cow! This is the most long winded post I've ever seen. BTW, you state that ESU was formed in 1925 and that they trained FDNY's Rescue 1. Rescue 1 was formed in 1915 and did not get trained by some folks who ten years later developed an interest in job done the FDNY's Rescue Co's.

So JJB, when you post a negative diatribe about members of the F.D. it's fine but when firefighters post facts about incidents that aren't handled correctly they are being "big mouths"? You state, "As an EMS provider, personally I'd rather not have FD show up on my jobs." Thankfully that's not your call to make; the patients who benefit from rapid emergency medical care and rescue services provided by firefighters shouldn't be denied that quick assistance because you have a personal issue with members of the fire service. BTW, the NYPD was not in the rescue business before the FDNY, as a matter of fact the first ESU officers were trained by FDNY's Rescue Co. 1. I'm not a hater of cops or EMS folks, I have some good friends who were police officers several were ESU officers. I'm glad the P.D. happened to be at the scene when the incident occurred and were able to get the door open so the civilians were able to exit. I'm also glad that no folks (civilian or P.D.) were seriously injured. BTW, pot's of water are contraindicated for cooking oil fires ... Stay safe.

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So from what I gather, it would be fine with you if these 'Aviation' guys leave NYC and start operating in your VFD's district instead?

Have you actually been on enough emergency scenes where this Aviation group operated to be able to honestly make that statement?

I don't know what their pay-scale is, but their website does a good job of explaining their 40 year history and the types of service they provide. http://www.mohawkambulanceservice.com/

Rest in peace Brother ... Condolences to family, friends and members of the Worcester F.D.... Speedy recover to the injured Brothers ...

Condolences to family,friends and members of the M.V.F.D.. Rest in peace Brother ...

Nice job by the Firefighters at 158 Engine ... I hope the Police Officers who were attacked are okay ... It remains to be seen what the locals will do to retaliate against the F.D.N.Y ...

Could it be that the cities up your way are not properly staffed???

What charges do you want to see filed against her???

Before any public safety position is ever eliminated, all non-vital positions such as Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Commissioners, mayoral aides, secretaries, etc, should be eliminated.

Kudos to the Brothers in Ct. for 'Doing the right thing'. Glad to see that the 'Brotherhood' is still alive and well and ... really glad to see that my buddy Willy D has been treated with the respect that he deserves ... Get well soon Brother.

Glad to hear that Willy D is on the road to recovery. He's a top shelf guy ... I'm proud to call him 'Brother'. Thanks for the update George.

efdcapt is too modest to mention that he is pictured chauffeuring the presidential limo ...