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I think the revival of the SB has already proved it's worth with the flooding activity over the past 24 hours!

I am NOT an engine kinda guy, but if I were, this woould be IT. Show offs..LOL

Then you NEED that Union. Welcome.

All the shiny trucks in the world cant fight fires without proper staffing.....

Might as well...with my boy!

Is it collapsable for members who wish to NOT see it?

TTT...Round 2?

http://www.emtbravo.net/index.php/topic/41318-lets-talk-rooming-houses-or-sros/page__p__234820__hl__cardboard+walls__fromsearch__1#entry234820

Shout Box. Revive it.

Viva La Booster Jose!

Prepared? Maybe..as mentioned, a small aircraft so typical of those pleasure flyers here in Dutchess would most likely recieve the same response as an MVA, or even a structural fire (remember, alot of small department whose first alarms for fires in all they have, typically 2 engines, a tanker, a recue, maybe a utility...). In recent times we have had several small crafts go down, resulting in fire and death, specifically in Union Vale/LaGrange and New Hackensack...both crashed into wooded areas, remote enough to neccesitate the use of ATV's, 4 X 4 utlities, and good old shoe leather express... The Harlem valley North Clove Training Association, made up of Dover, Union Vale, Millbrook, Pawling, and Beekman FD's held a joint company drill last month for just this situation. Having Sky Acres Airport in the general area, as well as bing in the flight path of the C5a's from Stewart, it is just a metter of time. Like anything else.

Wow...great point. That never crossed my mind... Scary.

Without a doubt, PPE has progressed in leaps and bounds over the years, lucky for us! But when you joined, what did the PPE consist of? I joined the fire department in 1990 and I was issued; Cairns 5a leather helmet with huge a** Plectron faceshield. No impact cap, no reflective decals. The department issued Metro's at the time, so the Juniors got the old leathers. Cotton duck 3/4 length coat with corduroy collar and silver reflective stripes. Pull up rubber boots leather fire gloves We wore Scott 2a Air Packs 2200 psi! I have said it before, but sometimes I wish we could go back to pull ups and long coats...sometimes.

Yes, that is "dangerously" high Mark..from a standpoint of grabbing the hose, and the potential from injury of those big couplings coming down.. I like the building opposite Amenia's firehouse - same color as the tanker..LOL And forget the hosebed on NR's engine - check out THAT SWEET FIREMAN'S 'STACHE ON THAT GUY! LOL... (I kid...the engine is top notch, as is the owner of the stache..)

Let's not mention the potential for a collision between any of the MULTIPLE units coming in from every direction. I would say it is the IC's obligation to downsize the response based on the incident at hand as soon as possible.

Same to you Seth! Remember, the very best Father's Day presents are the ones you kiss goodnight.

I was reading the 2011 FDNY Medal Day awards book, http://www.nyc.gov/html/fdny/pdf/publications/medal_day/2011/FDNY%20Medal%20Day%202011%20Book%20Final%20June%208%202011.pdf and saw a reoccurring trend, the importance of the Can man in most all of these rescues. I think it goes without saying that 2.5 gallons of water, in the right hands can have a substantial effect on fires, but for those of us who don't utilize a can regularly, I would love to hear some pointers, tips, and tricks from those of you who do please. Such as, when holding a fire in a room, where is the best place to direct the stream? Shorts blasts or open it up? Tips on door control, etc. I know in my area, the can is under utlilized, and I think it is out of fear honestly. Not many IC's or officers are willing to see the can as an effective means of suppression...I usually have a 6 foot hook and a can with me when i go in buildings for alarms, inside smoke, etc...but i KNOW if we roll up on a reported room and contents and I walk up with a PW, I will be told to leave it and take a line...which can create a delay in suppression as I can enter and hold it with the can until a line is stretched by other members. Don't be afraid to post up, MANY of us do listen and remember, and even sometimes apply. Thanks.

Ha! Good stuff! We almost lost our house to a Plectron fire in the late 90's! I missed riding the tailboard by a few years...would like to say i have done it other than at a parade...

I REALLY, REALLY like it!

Good question. To me, high, or actually too high, is where a member, while standing on the back deck has to get on their tippy toes, or a small fold down step to reach the hose they wish to pull. As you can imagine, this often results in being off balanced at best and makes it somewhat of a difficult task. However, it is a trade off that sometimes must be made in rural areas without municipal water and hydrants where these pumpers carry 1000 gallons or better. As we build these monsters to "do it all", the hosebeds get higher and higher...and the rear decks get smaller and smaller...we fight hard enough, before we even begin the fight so to speak. I love the idea of being able to grab a line and deploy it with your feet planted firmly on the ground, but sadly, it just isnt an option for most departments...unless they sacrifice gallonage, or compartment space.

THIS is a very sound idea.

Helicopter chevrons....we need them.

Initially, I thought the hosebed was rediculously high, but the more you look at it, the more you realize it really isnt...very nice peice.

I also agree...driving east on the Arterial in Poughkeepsie the other night leaving work, I spotted chevrons a few blocks away, very noticeable. Once I caught up, it was an ambulance from the Arlington FD. I initially was not a fan of chevrons, but they have grown on me...and now I see just how attention grabbing they really are.

Agreed, but I think this building is about 25 years or better too late for any hopes of repair. Just today there were 3 cars pulled over taking pics on my way to work...it is very sad to see it starting to go...