!['Sad and tragic news coming from Detroit MI this morning...
A Detroit firefighter was found dead at his firehouse early this morning.
It’s not yet clear what caused the death of Sgt. Vince Smith, but firefighters said they found him dead in his sleep shortly before 7:30 a.m. at Engine 48’s firehouse in southwest Detroit where he was on duty.
Engine 48 didn’t respond to any fires overnight.
At 8:26 a.m., a dispatcher delivered the sad news to firefighters.
“The central office regrets to inform you of the untimely death of Sgt. Vincent Smith,” the dispatcher said over the radio.
We are awaiting more news from the Fire Department.
Rest in Peace Brother
We have the watch
Until we all meet again on the "Top Floor"
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]
Post credit: Steve Neavling - Motor City Muckraker
Photo: Scott Ziegler - DFD'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-0/s128x128/12274325_1050154458351544_1779240444369937840_n.jpg?oh=6d03efc1e853677c04e6143b1e25ad94&oe=56E36D55)
!['“I am a Firefighter"
I am neither a Hero,
nor Superhero.
I can be burnt by fire
and smoke can overcome me.
I can be exhausted by heat
and frozen by cold.
I can be trapped by collapse
and fall from heights.
I may sustain serious injury,
and might even make the "ultimate sacrifice" for you.
I will suffer all of these,
if you need me.
I hope we never meet, but if we do,
I will never leave you!
I have worked and trained hard and earned this,
the proudest of titles...
I am a Firefighter.
By Kevin Wright
London Fire Brigade
(Ret. 32 years of service)
#BrotherhoodStrong
Brotherhood of Fire
Photo credit: Anderson Fland via @[397480786960958:274:Local 628 Yonkers Firefighters]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/12240120_1049904485043208_7746855766483428575_n.jpg?oh=8eb737a6ed7c46bd1e0b649a78cd434f&oe=56E4E947)
!['* A little helmet history you may or may not know...
For centuries firefighters have worn helmets to protect themselves from heat, hot water, cinders and falling objects.
“Leatherhead" is a term describing an old style leather helmet used by many firefighters in the United States and Canada. “Leatherhead” is also a slang that can be used today for a firefighter who still uses the leather helmet.
The leather helmet is also often used as an international symbol of firefighters, from the earlier years of firefighting.
Almost always, traditional leather helmets have a brass eagle adornment affixed to the top front of the helmet that secures a leather shield to the front of the helmet.
The eagle's origins can be traced to around 1825 when an unknown sculptor created a commemorative figure for the grave of a volunteer firefighter. Firefighters were not wearing eagles prior to this, but it has been part of North American fire helmets ever since.
The brass eagle which holds the top of the front piece to North American firefighting helmets often become damaged with wear. The ornament sticks up and out into the air, which causes it to catch its beak on window sashes, telephone wires and other obstacles. It frequently becomes dented, bent or knocked off.
The brass ornament is frequently criticized and it is said that it would be cheaper and safer to do away with it. However, many firefighters and fire departments still retain the traditional helmet (composite or leather) as a matter of tradition.
The beaver ornament, adorned on some fire helmets in the US Pacific Northwest and on many Canadian firefighters’ helmets is said to represent the relentless hard work, focused mission and undying dedication that North American firefighters are known for.
What about your Dept?
Do you have a traditional helmet with a brass ornament, or modern fire helmet without all the flair?
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]
Story source: Wikipedia'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/12249963_1049476331752690_554660031831402268_n.jpg?oh=13f61bda7816457e559f6b1eb4b92e36&oe=56B8A399)
!['Back in 2001 Senatobia, Mississippi Firefighter Patrick Hardison entered a burning mobile home on a life rescue search when the roof suddenly collapsed on him burning his firefighter's mask onto his face.
Firefighter Hardison held his breath and jumped out a window.
In the aftermath Brother Patrick was alive, but was left with disfiguring burns across his entire face, head, neck, and upper torso.
He lost his eyelids, ears, lips, and most of his nose, as well as his hair, including his eyebrows.
More than a decade later and with more than 70 surgeries, a member of Patrick’s own church saw stories about a face transplant performed by a Dr. Rodriguez, who was then at the University of Maryland Medical Center. The church member reached out to Rodriguez, (who later moved to NYU).
After waiting for more than a year, a donor was finally found: David Rodebaugh, a 26-year old bike mechanic who tragically died in a biking accident on August 12, 2015 and also whose heart, liver, kidney, eyes and bones went to other recipients.
Hardison's surgery took place two days later and required 12 hours in the operating room to remove Rodebaugh's face and bring it to Hardison's operating room.
Dr. Rodriguez recently updated and said that three months after the surgery Firefighter Hardison is doing well and is on the path to a full recovery. In six months, he should be able to speak normally.
The entire procedure, which was paid for by NYU, cost between $850,000 and $1 million.
Brother Patrick,
We are so happy your surgery was successful and that you got your face back!
May God bless and continue to be with you and your incredibly talented medical team.
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]
Post submission credit: "Brotherhood of Fire" fan Brenda Norton'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/12241796_1048970398469950_242004310606037581_n.jpg?oh=9abb96578985cb5e8098f531a0ff52d3&oe=56E2537A)
!['Justin Schorr, (a.k.a. TheHappyMedic.com) has created a list…
First a rural firefighter, Justin later became a firefighter in an urban setting.
In the rural setting there were a number of things Justin had available to him… but didn't even realize the value of them… until they were gone.
After 12 years in the urban fire dept. these are the things that has him constantly wishing he could have back:
1. Pull-through bays
2. Enough drive time
3. Large cement apron in front
4. Dinner alternatives
5. Parking spaces
Here is Justin's original article / post from our friends at @[575238005861828:274:Uniform Stories]
http://uniformstories.com/articles/lists-category/5-things-rural-firefighters-take-for-granted
Do you have something to add to this list?
If so leave it in the comments
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]
Photo is of Ramon Limon, a Firefighter with Fort Riley Fire and Emergency Services in Kansas celebrates as he dumps water from a tender during pumper and water shuttle training at Marshall Army Airfield.
Personnel with Station No. 3 exercised this basic element of firefighting, which can be useful in rural areas or on ranges.
Photo credit: Jason Demars'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/11988436_1048954061804917_4629422584757853077_n.jpg?oh=87c8d417b15d58b6620b8f8ff74c976a&oe=56F1B145)
!['So TRUE !!!
It's been trendy to hate on law enforcement these days.
Yes, there is much needed improvement for injustices (even murder) done by some officers... but as a whole?
My thought is that if you have any foot into reality you would know without them this whole world would be an entirely different place.
Much respect, love, appreciation and GRATITUDE to those sheepdogs who fight the wolf to protect the sheep.
Thank you for your recent often unappreciated service.
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/12227662_1048561568510833_5157925308834321079_n.jpg?oh=0fc2090851ff3b581bb9cef47cb774ee&oe=56E1A8B0)
!['Anchor Point Emergency Services in Alaska is always looking for top candidates / volunteer recruits & supporters.
In order to help inspire / recruit those in the community who would serve they made this video.
Take a brief look what Anchor Point Fire & EMS did...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pZma14oDoE
Maybe your department has made / should make something like this?
What do you think?
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/11231027_1048555911844732_3875369346772195835_n.jpg?oh=2906dd997f0c82c5b916082bf1d74b26&oe=56F141BF)
!['We STAND with France
#StandwithFrance
#BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-0/s280x280/12243025_1048520345181622_3828877829842349560_n.jpg?oh=24872274cc49abd570e743f941c1f692&oe=56B935D6)
!['Penser aujourd'hui des frères et sœurs Les pompiers... et autres premiers intervenants en France .
Unsung sont les héros du quotidien qui se présentent pour un combat et pour la protection des autres quand le loup est à la porte .
Notre Fraternité ne connaissent pas de frontières .
Rester en sécurité et de regarder les uns les autres six .
Nous sommes avec vous par la pensée , l'esprit et la prière .
Ensemble, nous sommes #BrotherhoodStrong
Fraternité de Feu
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Thinking today of Brothers and Sister Firefighters... and other first responders in France.
Unsung are the everyday heroes who show up for a fight and for the protection of others when the wolf is at the door.
Our Brotherhood know no borders.
Stay safe and watch each others six.
We are with you in thought, spirit and prayer.
Together we are #BrotherhoodStrong
@[187557941277871:274:Brotherhood of Fire]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/10941842_1048513541848969_7260797369989466349_n.jpg?oh=8522f80c76a2ce0d4023ae61c32266b8&oe=56E36930)
SAFETY ALERT - Recall
If you have a 2006/7 Pierce Mfg please make sure you get this problem resolved with the manufacture.
(Your wheel could come off while driving)
Sad and tragic news coming from Detroit MI this morning...
A Detroit firefighter was found dead at his firehouse early this morning.
It’s not yet clear what caused the death of Sgt. Vince Smith, but firefighters said they found him dead in his sleep shortly before 7:30 a.m. at Engine 48’s firehouse in southwest Detroit where he was on duty.
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This is WHY we do WHAT we DO !!!
Awesomely done (once again) FDNY !!!
“It’s good that, like I said, we were able to get in there and the baby ended up surviving. Doesn’t happen often, with that amount of smoke,” Lt. Adam Vilagos said.
* A little helmet history you may or may not know...
For centuries firefighters have worn helmets to protect themselves from heat, hot water, cinders and falling objects.
“Leatherhead" is a term describing an old style leather helmet used by many firefighters in the United States and Canada. “Leatherhead” is also a slang that can be used today for a firefighter who still uses the leather helmet.
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