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Oldest Active US Firefighter Laid to Rest By ED FLOOK Correspondent 1st Responder Network GIRARD, PA - On June 6, 2005, A.F. Dobler Hose & Ladder Company, of Girard Pennsylvania laid to rest Louis "Snapper" Hannah, the oldest active firefighter in the United States at the age of 96. It was a day of sadness but also a celebration of someone who gave unselfishly to his community since 1936 when he joined at the age of 27. In recent years Hannah had taken over duties as fire police even though he wanted to be on the front lines. Fire Chief for 34 years, with a small sabbatical, when called to active duty during the Korean conflict, Louis served not only his community but his country. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII, as a firefighter at the McDill Airfield in Tampa Florida. He had also been very active as an EMT and delivered 14 babies, most of them being in an ambulance but several of them in their respective homes. Hannah had worked for the Marx Toy Model Works from 1929 until his retirement in 1972. He had a love for motorcycles, flying, and boating, becoming the oldest crew member of the historic Flagship Niagara in 1992, sailing on a three month, 4,000 mile tour. He also was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, the Girard American Legion Post # 494, a 50 year member of the Lake Erie Lodge # 347 F&AM amongst other various activities he participated in. Hannah also was named firefighter of the year numerous times throughout his career. Prior to his death, he had gotten the idea to restore a 1942 GMC antique fire engine which is currently in the process of being done and will be dedicated to Hannah upon completion. There were hundreds in attendance for the funeral; most were firefighters, some from as far away as Fairfax County Virginia. These firefighters paid their last respects as well as many bringing apparatus for a final procession for firefighter Hannah. A caisson carried firefighter Hannah from the church, through town, one last pass by the fire house, and to the cemetery to his final resting place. A.F. Dobler Hose members lined up gave a final salute to the person who had touched many along his and their fire and EMS careers. A full military burial, honored by his peers as well as the community, and given a fly over by Lifestar helicopter. He will be sadly missed by many and never forgotten by more. Anyone would like to donate to the restoration fund they can send them to the Dobler Hose Co, c/o Fire Truck Restoration 12 Mechanic St. Girard, Pa 16417 in memoriam of FF Louis Hannah. Girard, Pa is located about 15 miles west of Erie.

585 get any phone numbers? They are HOT! Gotta love Biker Chicks!

As of 6/1/05 Rye FD now dispatched by 60-Control.

MDT Training? I've used them. Not much training involved. You press a few buttons. I think they would be a big help here in Westchester County.

PFD, Bring that nice Tower Ladder on down to Station 6. They would look so nice together. E130/TL45

MDT's in Westchester Fire Apparatus? RIGHT! lol =D> Yes it would be of great use. Simple stuff like 10-2, 10-8, 10-17, 10-19, 10-20, 10-30, 10-75 could be done by the press of a button and free up air time. Also run information such as the address, cross streets, additional information. FDNY had them since early 80's here we are in Westchester, What year is this? Oh... 2005!

Mamaroneck Fire, Police, EMS?

Date: 6/9/05 Time: 1811hrs Location: Bear Mt. Parkway at Locust Ave Frequency: 460.100, 46.26 Units Operating: Peekskill PD, State Police, Yorktown PD; Cortlandt Paramedics 35M1, Mohegan VAC; Mohegan Fire Mohegan FD E254, E258, U50, Car 2263, 64, 66; Stat Flight. Description:Yorktown PD reported a File 1 (Stolen Car) which was spotted in Peekskill on Washington St. As Peekskill PD approached vehicle the operator fled. Peekskill PD began to pursue the vehicle thru Peekskill and onto Route 9 / BMP in Cortlandt. Operator of the stolen car was involved in a auto accident at BMP and Locust Ave. (Town of Cortlandt) Writer: RWC130, BFD1054 1814hrs-Peekskill PD unit advising vehicle is heading toward Yorktown, requesting YPD be notified & send units if available. Unit then advised of a 10-16 (AA), possible 10-17 (PIAA). 1815hrs-Peekskill PD requesting FD/EMS on a rush to above location. Perp/driver was ejected. 1818hrs-Mohegan FD/EMS & 35M1 dispatched. 1823hrs-Car 2264 requesting Stat-Flight be put on stand-by. 1825hrs-Fire-Police requested to shut down the parkway. As per 60-Control, AIR-1 on s/b. As per Car 2264, AIR-1 requested to launch. LZ will be the BMP in the area of the scene. Car 2263 will be ground contact on 46.14 1827hrs-35M1 10-19. 1838hrs-AIR-1 on the ground.

Volunteer Firefighters who often respond from home or work. Do you have your (PPE) Turnout Gear at the Firehouse or in POV? What do you feel is better and why?

LOL!!! Johnny G and Roy D "Squad 51" Yeah Baby! They only had bunkers on at night. I guess daytime fires were not as dangerous. "10-4 Squad 51 responding KMG-365"

Anyone up for a EMTBravo Drive-In tailgate party to the Hyde Park Drive-In? It's right on Route 9 in Dutchess County. We should all get together and do it. I think it would be fun. I will talk to the owner and see if he can cut us a deal if we go as one big Westchester group. SUMMERS HOURS: 1st Movie usually starts approx. 8:30 PM and the 2nd Movie at approx. 10:30 PM Adults $7.00, Children 5-11 $3.00, Under 5 Free One Price for Two Movies. They have a Full Snack Bar Anyone interested? Check them out.... http://www.hydeparkdrivein.com/schedule/

Hey Guys, I suggested and promoted the Hyde Park Drive-In cause I spoke with the Manager the day after I made the post who was willing to cut us all a deal on admission for EMTBravo. If you want to go for the Overlook Drive-In that's cool Personally, I like the Hyde Park Drive-In much better and I had already established a pretty good deal. So ANYONE for Hyde Park? E-Mail me. Rob RWC130@aol.com

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"Moonlight Cruise" or a BOOZE CRUISE? =D> Empress puts on a great "Moonlight Cruise" They are A LOT of fun!!

FIREWORKS! ! ! 9:30 PM

EMS, You will hear what ever is transmitted over 46.26 on that UHF link and vice-versa. Regarding 453.000 I knew it was ILLEGAL from the day it was put in service so did a lot of others including the radio techs. DON'T LET THEM FOOL YOU! I hope the radio company is stuck paying the fines not the West Harrison FD.

I found my very 1st scanner. Radio Shack / Realistic PRO-53 8 Ch. Given to me by my Grandfather. Cool! Brings back memories... God, I feel old. haha

The Taxi Cabs, NYPD, Etc. on 46.26 was caused by one of the many UHF links to 46.26. The link in question was shut down to see if it stops. It appears that it did, fingers crossed! Not only was it annoying but dangerous to everyone in emergency services.

Congrats to VFD Officers from your pals at Centennial Hose! =D>

CONGRATS BRO! =D>

Centennial Hose Company No. 4 "Dock Rats" CHILI NIGHT Saturday May 14, 2005 7 PM to 11 PM Centennial Hose Firehouse 701 Washington Street Peekskill, NY 10566 $10.00 Per Person (Pay at the Door) Further information you may call the Firehouse at (914) 737-0775 or contact me RWC130@aol.com

NO FINGERS! lol =D>

I sent out letters to various Westchester and Putnam Fire Departments inviting them to our Chili Night. (All EMTBravo members are invited) Anyone from here plan on coming to our Chili Night?? Just wanna get an approx. idea. We have a lot of Chili! Thanks! BE SAFE

Who is that guy ONE-ONE-NINE-ONE sometimes known as ONE-NINETEEN-ONE? 119-1