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Additionally, we were never in any danger, and we were very far away from the tanker that was talked about. The thrusters on the ship can do some amazing things.

I was actually on board the Norwegian Gem during this incident. We were about an hour out to sea, and had to make the return trip. We snuck in between the tankers on the city side of the Verrazano Bridge. The person on the audio was not the captain. He had a foreign accent, but that was not him speaking to FDNY and NYPD. Not sure if it was an assistant or something else. Once the ship was placed, the captains from the bridge had all thrusters on trying to hold the ship in place. NYPD escorted us in and FDNY Firefighter II attempted to get alongside of our ship. With the thrusters they have on their unit, they couldn't get it against the side of the ship, and in order to get the fire personnel onto the ship, they had to hold it with a smaller FDNY unit. It did take a very long time, and NYPD ended up yanking the person and 2 FD personnel off the low platform near the rear of the ship. As we made our way back out of the harbor, FDNY came out and grabbed the remaining 2 fire personnel. I later spoke to the actual captain at a ship party, and asked him about the coordination between the ship and agencies. He said they communicate with the coast guard who coordinates with the city agencies. He also told me they couldn't make the rescue at sea because the swells were too large to be successful, we had very high winds that evening. Also, the captain stated that they were close enough to NYC that it was more feasible to return to the harbor. Also, the victims eye injury was serious enough that they needed to get her off the ship immediately. I felt the rescue went really well especially with the conditions and although it did seem to take a long time, it was very windy, and I'm sure the ship is intimidating when something that size is drifting towards someone in a small boat. And the captain ended up making the time lost up as well for the rest of the trip. Matt Gordiski

What was the blank ladder?

Date:5/16/12 Time: Appx: 1730 Location: 5 Steep Hollow Ln. Frequency: 154.175, 800 mhz digital Units Operating:E1, T1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E8, P2, U2, Sq 2, GEMS, GPD Weather Conditions: Description Of Incident: Report of a house fire at said location. Engine 2 on scene reported a working fire, Engine 8 added as RIT, Engine 4 added as extra engine. Fire in garage and basement area. GEMS was called in for an injured firefighter. Mayday was then transmitted for a firefighter who partially fell through the floor. Firefighter was quickly assisted and ended up with minor injuries. Both transported to Stamford Hospital for observation. House was a total loss. Occupants were not home at the time of the fire, however two dogs were home. One was outside, and the neighbor assisted the other out of the cage to safety. Reporters:

Date:1/16/12 Time: appx: 1545 Location: 37 Khakum Wood Road Frequency: 154.175, 800 digital Units Operating: E1, E2, E3, E4, E8, T1, E62, Sq1 Weather Conditions: Sunny, Cold Description Of Incident: Initial call for an automatic alarm at the location. Updated to full assignment after homeowners were contacted stating they had a fire at the location. E62 on scene reported smoke showing, heavy fire from garage area and rooms above. Main fire k/d within 30 minutes. E-5 relocated to Station 1. Reporters: Writer: zinger57

Date:9/17/11 Time:appx 1545 Location: 255 Byram Shore Road Frequency: Units Operating: E1,E2,E3,E4,E5,E8,T1,SQ1 Weather Conditions: Cloudy, Partly Cloudy Description Of Incident: Report of a working fire, fire through the roof on arrival. Reporters: Writer:zinger57

Date: 8/29/10 Time: Appx.: 0330 Location: I-95 NB At the New York State Line (Byram River Bridge) Frequency: 154.175 Units Operating: E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, T1, P2, U2, U3, Sq4, Tanker 6, GPD, GEMS Weather Conditions: Clear Description Of Incident: MVA involving Tractor Trailer on the Byram River Bridge. Tractor Trailer fully involved upon arrival. Supply line layed to James St. Bridge. Fire also underneath the bridge. Reporters: Writer: Zinger57

Saw #208 and #210 yesterday in Port Chester. The one that was parked would have made and excellent photo op if only I had my camera.

Date: 6/20/09 Time: 2200 hrs Location: 1155 E. Putnam Ave. Best Wines and Spirits Frequency: 800mhz, 154.175 Units Operating: E2,E5,E1,T1,P2,Sq2,E8,Sq1, GPD, GEMS Weather Conditions: Description Of Incident:Multiple calls for a working fire at a commercial building. Upon arrival, heavy fire was blowing out the front of the structure. One line in operation, fire under control within minutes. Reporters: Writer: zinger57

Anyone know what was going on in Central Jersey last Saturday? I was on the Garden State Parkway and saw several trucks cruising northbound, maybe a show or parade or something...and I'm talking about 20+ including New FDNY Engine 88 with the new cab style...very sharp in person. Just wondering.

Weasel, I was thinking the same thing about E-88, which is why I took a triple take when I saw it.

Date: 9/10/08 Time: Appx 2330 hrs. Location: 25 Cedarwood Dr. Frequency: 154.175, 800mhz Units Operating: E1,2,4,8, T1, P2, P1, Sq2, DC 3, GPD, FIRE MARSHALLS DIV., GEMS Description Of Incident: Report of Smoke coming from the attic, visible fire upon arrival. 1 story wood frame. E1,T1 1st on scene fire under control quickly Writer: zinger57, sbvfd596

Date: 8/22/08 Time: Appx 0030 hrs. Location: 24 Field Point Road Frequency: 800mhz 154.175 Units Operating: Stations 1,2,3,4 Description Of Incident: Dispatched for reported heavy smoke coming from walls of apartment. Upon arrival, smoke showing. Fire under control very quickly. Writer: Zinger57

Date: 8/5/08 Time: Appx. 2240 hours Location: Dartmouth Ln. Frequency: 800mhz, 154.175 Units Operating: Station 1,2,3,5,7,8 Description Of Incident: Responded to report of a house fully involved in fire. Upon arrival, house was fully involved. Writer: Zinger57

Date: 7/1/08 Time: Appx 0545 Location: 20 Fado Ln. Frequency: 154.175, 800mhz Units Operating: Stations 1,2,3,5,7,8, GEMS, GPD Description Of Incident: Report of a working fire, upon arrival structure was fully involved in fire. Occupants got out safely. Writer: Zinger57

Date: 6/9/08 Time: Appx 0115 Location: 10 Hamilton Ave. Arnold's Bakery Thrift Shop Frequency: 154.175, 800mhz Units Operating: GFD Description Of Incident: Came in as fire in propane tanks, fully involved upon arrival. Writer: Zinger57 Also Greenwich had significant storm damage from last nights thunderstorms throughout the Western part of town.

I actually saw the rig the other day in Greenwich...it is indeed a sharp looking truck.

When I took the NREMT written a year ago, there was a written and a practical. I am from CT, I took the written in White Plains, and the practical in Meriden. If you are in a class, they should set up everything you will need to know concerning the practical date and location.

Not sure how well it would work out for photos I take. I have never quite figured out how to post a photo myself on the forum. I'm not computer illiterate, but when it comes to that, I'm not very good. I could be taught however. Matt

Saw the new Ladder 31 at the Greenwich parade. Beautiful rig, unfortunately I forgot to bring my camera... :angry:

I see everything fine. Looks like a job well done.

Date: 1/2/08 Time:Appx 300 hrs. Location: 25 Buckfield Ln. Frequency: 800mhz, 154.175 Units Operating: Station's 1,2,3,4,6,7,8, GEMS, GPD Description Of Incident: Working fire in a two story home. Flames showing on arrival. Writer: Zinger57

I think the best thing you can do, is pay attention, take thorough notes, read the book and read it again, follow along with the study guide, and always volunteer to get involved with practical work. Get to know your classmates and get comfortable working with them. Know your skill sheets like the back of your hand. The state written is extremely hard, an immense amount of studying is necessary for it. Not trying to get you nervous, but you really need to put a lot of time into the course, but go into it with a positive attitude, and positive outcomes will occur. Matt

Date: 12/8/07 Time: Appx. 2am Location: In the area of 230 Stanwich Rd. Frequency: 154.175, 800mhz Units Operating: E1, E8, P2, GPD, GEMS Description Of Incident: A vehicle driven by a young operator drove off the road into a tree (I believe) and caught fire with entrapment. One fatality was reported. Writer: Zinger57

Date: 10/14/07 Time: Around Noon Location: Riverside Train Station, Greenwich, CT Frequency: 800mhz Units Operating: GPD, GEMS, MTA PD Description Of Incident: Apparently a man and his family were heading into the city, and the man wanted to show his children what happens to a penny when a train runs it over. According to what I've heard, the man jumped down onto the tracks and couldn't get back up onto the platform in time, and was struck by a southbound train not due to stop at the Riverside Station, and right in front of his family. Writer: Zinger57