Channellock Model 86 Rescue Tool: Product Review
For me, the reason for carrying a set of Channellock rescue tools is two-fold. I always have some cutters on me in a time of need (whatever that might be (including a spanner wrench). The other main reason is we run a lot of car wrecks. One of my roles at wrecks is to assess the vehicles involved and disconnect the battery if need be. My cutters come in handy if I cannot reach the terminals to loosen them, I simply cut the wire to get the job done quickly.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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