Howard Peiffer

Former Lake Mohegan Engine 256, 1976 Ward LaFrance/1989 KME 1000/500 currently operated by the Palm Coast, Fl. Fire Rescue as Engine 222. Photo by Howard Peiffer

It is difficult in this day and age to attract younger generations to this hobby due to electronics and social distractions. Most SPAAMFAA chapters throughout the country continue to have their annual musters and shows. Support and participation in these events helps to keep the tradition alive.

Pictured are some of the 100 antique & classic apparatus pumping from the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg, Pa. recently at the PPP annual show & muster. Photo by Howard Peiffer

Great complete video coverage of this event, thanks for sharing.

This unique fire station is located in Washington Township, Dublin, Ohio. Due to economics and property availibility, this dual purpose structure has a fire station on the bottom two floors and a 900,000 gallon water storage tank above. It houses an engine company and ambulance. Photo by Howard Peiffer

Palm Coast, Florida volunteer firefighters pose with a mother and daugther enjoying their ice cream in front of their engine, on display, at the local Baskin-Robbins store. Photo by Howard Peiffer

The original Oren Quad, March 4, 1962

As a member, chairman, and captain of the Mohegan Volunteer Fire Association ambulance operation,I first met Dawn in the 1960's. Dawn was a sparkplug in the PCVAC as a dedicated volunteer in administration, training instructor, and mentor. I feel privileged to have known and worked with her through our parallel memberships in our respective vacs. My condolences to Dawn's family and the officers and members of the PCVAC.

One more classic. love that TDA in action!

More water coming

More water supply

This is a water supply, not a muster!

Plenty of spectators as fire continues to spread

Photo taken on my arrival

Seth, Thank you for establishing the EMTBravo network of sites and your dedication to them during the past seven years. These sites have attracted over 12,000 members of Emergency Services who have been able to share and learn from others, which is a great accomplishment. It was an honor for me to be appointed an administrator of EMTBravoSouth and I enjoyed it immensely. Step back, take care of yourself, family, and finances and I wish you the best of luck in the future.

I met Marilyn many years ago when I was an officer in Fairchester Hose Haulers Association, where her & Gil attended our musters at Kensico Dam and Croton Point Park. She was a great person and continued the business, on her own, after Gil's passing. May she rest in peace.

Driving up from Florida second week in September, hope you are open for business. Is there a trophy for longest distance traveled for a hot dog? Good luck with the new truck.

My condolences to the Kerr family and members of the Rye F.D.

I was wondering when my copy would arrive. Thanks for the information.

Photo taken May 1970 at Station 2 by Howard Peiffer

My condolences to the Iaccino family and officers and members of the Roosevelt F. D.

The SPAAMFAA winter convention was held in Tampa in February. Photos of ex-Tampa 1925 Seagrave, now owned by a retired Tampa firefighter, pumping to the 2008 Pierce Quantum 100' TDA.

The motor type siren "Q" in the nose of the Seagrave Anniversary series was a common installation as were other brands. The one above the windshield was an electronic siren, however I do not know the brand.

This rescue was originally white in color

The triangle on the front is a short A Frame used with the front mounted winch.