The 1st Annual Roanoke NFFF 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
This year, for the first time, Roanoke, VA (my hometown) will be hosting an NFFF 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. The climb will be in the tallest building in Roanoke, the Wells Fargo Tower. The event is spear-headed by FF Peter Matthiessen, and I know it is in capable hands.
Read More »Helmet Cam Video: Calm Captain Takes Time to Instruct Rookie on First Interior Attack
Fire Shot with the New HD Firecam May 3rd 2015, Richmond California Engine Co. 67 Takes New Rookie Jessica Wraa in on one of her first interior attacks. Captain Marc Lucero, Jessica Wraa and Ben Faulkner make an interior attack on a garage fire on the south side of town. This was one of three fires the rookie had in three days. Fun part of this video is when the Truck Co loses their rubbish hook thru the hold while doing some roof work. We didn't complain to them just thanked them and used the tool!
Read More »Video: Orting, WA Firefighters Have Fun with Lip Sync of Uptown Funk
The Orting Valley Fire and Rescue Department (Washington) got funky with a lip-dub of Mark Ronson's "Uptown Funk". Check this out and share it with your friends.
Read More »Elijah Fights Back and How The Brotherhood Helped Out Thanks to My Son
Preston "Gets It". He understands the power of the Brotherhood and the need to help out others. I am so proud of him. I am grateful for my son in believing in me to help him come up with this great finished product and I am indebted to Billy, Jimy, Mark, and Andrew for getting it completed in no time at all. If you guys ever need anything, just call me. Thanks Brothers!
Read More »DCFD Lt. Kevin McRae Dies After Collapsing at 2 Alarm Apartment Fire
A spokesperson for D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser confirmed Lt. Kevin McRae died after collapsing at the fire. Bowser is at the hospital, as firefighters hold hands in prayer outside.
Read More »Video: A Look Inside An FDNY Recruit School
See what it is like to be an FDNY Probie. This is class 3 of 2014. Do you think you have what it takes? Enjoy!
Read More »MSA Pulls Back Curtain on Breakthrough Innovations for Firefighter Protection
I had the pleasure of getting a personal one-on-one demonstration of MSA's new G1 SCBA. This SCBA offers innovation and comfort. If your department is looking at new SCBA systems, this MSA G1 should be on the top of your list for getting your hands on and seeing what MSA has done to make their SCBA's top of the line.
Read More »Brotherhood Bash – FDIC Wrap-Up Part II
As in the past, we arrive in Indianapolis on Wednesday. We got into town promptly and headed to the convention hall to meet up with some of our clients. We fit in some time for a blogger meetup with 1st Arriving Network, and then it was off to the Indy FOOLS Brotherhood Bash.
Read More »Don’t Miss Out – FlameFest 2015 Registration Closes April 30th
I'm getting all geared up for Flamefest 2015. I will be attending with my lovely Wife. If you haven't already signed up, you should look into this very unique event hosted by FirefighterWife.com. My wife, Becky, and I attended last year in Chicago and managed to form lasting friendships with other firefighters and their wives from across the Country. Trust me, this is an event you do not want to miss.
Read More »Shout-outs – FDIC Wrap-up Part I
One thing is for sure, we had a blast at FDIC and we know so many who were there did as well. Once again, we were busy as can be...We do our best to make time to say hi and get a photo taken. Thanks for the stories, the coins we traded, the patches, and the Brotherhood. We enjoyed hanging out at the Brotherhood Bash, NFFF's Stop, Drop, Rock N Roll, and the party we threw "INDY on Fire"
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