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In this issue... East Providence 2-Alarmer On the morning of April 13, 2017, the East Providence (RI) Fire Department was dispatched to Sutton Avenue for a house fire.
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Reading 6-Alarmer Reading (MA) firefighters responded to a fire in a four-story brick building, a school-turned-condo. See story pages 8 & 9
Norwich 3-Story Fire Norwich (CT) firefighters arrived to heavy fire conditions in a three-story multi-family dwelling.
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Malden 2 Alarm Fight Goes Exterior Malden (MA) firefighters responded to Highland Avenue on May 6, 2017, for a building fire. See story page 20
32 Displaced, 4FFs Injured, 4 Houses Razed On May 17, 2017, Waterbury firefighters responded to a Lounsbury Street blaze. See story page 22
Obituaries;
East Providence’s Scott Grace Hopkinton’s Thomas McIntyre See story pages 50 & 51
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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor
Don’t Be Complacent It is 0300 and your tones go off informing you of an automatic alarm at a residence. There are a lot of thoughts that should be going through your head as you are responding to the call. Automatic alarm, not a commercial establishment, no additional calls, etc. Your dispatcher informs the officer or chief he has no additional information. Your sleepy mind might be thinking about getting the call over with and getting back to bed. Damn automatic alarms! You arrive on scene at a typical house in a residential development. No cars in the driveway, and no sign of anyone in the home. You knock on the door, ring the door bell, perform a 360 and confirm no one is home. You find a window that isn’t locked, make entry into the home and there is no sign of danger. Or is there? The front door is opened and a few guys search the house, finding a smoke alarm head flashing. There is no apparent reason for the activation. Hey, you
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have been at this type of call many times. It is probably a defective alarm head that was set off by any number of reasons. By now, a neighbor pops in and asks, “Anything wrong?” You go through your usual questions and find out the house was just sold and the new owner stopped by to check the house and cleaned up. You are ready to go home, when one of your crew says he smells something in the basement. Making a long story short, it turned out the homeowner set off several insecticide “bombs” in the basement to take care of a bug problem. Fortunately, no one was hurt at this call. But this call makes you think of everything you did right, what you did wrong and what could have happened that might have had disastrous results. All of us, at times, can be accused of complacency. We assume that every call is going to be like the past calls we have had, especially with automatic alarms. Carbon
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monoxide, chemicals, gas leaks that show no sign of odor as you are walking around a structure, are all possibilities that we must be aware of when we enter a building. I can tell you to wear your SCBA and facepiece all of the time. But let’s face it, we don’t always do what we know is the safe thing to do. This insecticide call actually happened. No one was hurt, but the call made me think that possibly we should encourage homeowners to place signs on their home when they are using total-release foggers or bug bombs. Encourage your community at Fire Safety Day to read labels on dangerous products and not to be complacent of the hazards of using these products. Use every call as a learning tool to stay safe for future calls. It is springtime, the time of the year that homeowners use pesticides. Keep this in mind when you respond to calls for a “strange odor.” - Dennis
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East Providence 2-Alarmer
On the morning of April 13, 2017, the East Providence (RI) Fire Department was dispatched to Sutton Avenue for a house fire. On arrival, heavy smoke was showing from a single-family residence. As crews stretched inside, they found a heavy smoke condition throughout the house, with the main fire believed to be in the basement. Engine 5 made their way to the basement and began knocking down the fire, but crews on the floors above reported that almost everywhere they opened a wall or ceiling, they were finding fire. As conditions worsened, the incident commander ordered all companies to evacuate and prepare for an exterior attack. Ladder pipes and deck guns operated and knocked down the heavy fire. Firefighters were then able to re-enter the structure and completely extinguish the fire. One resident of the house was injured in the blaze. - Fire News photos by Tom Carmody, Bob Myers and Ken LaBelle
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Reading 6-Alarmer
On June 1, 2017, Reading (MA) firefighters responded to a fire in a fourstory brick building, a school-turned-condo. Dispatched were Engines 1 and 2, Ladder 1 and Paramedic 1 under the command of Captain Phil Boisvert. On arrival, companies had nothing showing and were met at the door by residents who reported a smell of something burning on the fourth floor, where crews discovered an active fire. A second alarm, followed in short order by both the third and fourth were requested. Firefighters encountered a heavy fire condition spreading rapidly into the high loft areas of the top-floor apartment, into an adjacent apartment and into the roofline. A brief Mayday was transmitted, but cleared as firefighters were able to back out just as an evacuation order was given. Mutual aid came from North Reading, Lynnfield, Burlington and Medford. As the fire grew in intensity, fifth and sixth alarms were requested by Chief of Department Greg Burns, along with special calls for additional ladder trucks, Somerville Tower 1 and Boston Ladder’s 1 and 3. Crews were tied up for several hours, mainly in a defensive operation. Mutual aid came from over 15 area cities and several agencies provided support and relief services on scene including from the Boston Spark’s Association, Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, the Red Cross and Armstrong Ambulance, to name a few. The building was left uninhabitable, leaving multiple families in need of temporary living accommodations. - Fire News photos by Kevin White, Rick Nohl, Owen Carrigan and Scott LaPrade
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Everett Apt. Fire Goes to 3 Alarms On April 19, 2017, Everett (MA) firefighters responded to a fire in an occupied threestory wood frame dwelling on Oakland Street. The fire was reported to have possibly started on the exterior rear porches of the building and then spread to all floors and through the roof. - Fire News photo by Rick Nohl
UConn Fire On May 8, 2017, a third alarm in Storrs (CT), part of Mansfield and home to the main campus of the University of Connecticut, was in the university’s landscape facilities building on Horsebarn Hill Road. The UConn Fire Department arrived to a well involved building and struck the second alarm bringing Mansfield, Willimantic and Willington to the scene. The third alarm was struck and Tolland and Coventry responded. Companies went defensive on arrival. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
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Hartford House Fire
On May 4, 2017, Hartford (CT) firefighters were dispatched to multiple calls reporting a fire on Lincoln Street in the city’s South End. The first arriving company reported heavy smoke showing. After an interior attack, the companies were pulled from the building and a exterior attack commenced with tower ladders and large handlines. - Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley and Jim Peruta, CFPA
Dogs Rescued at Webster Fire
On April 24, 2017, members of the Webster (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported fire in a dwelling located on Abbey Road. Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a heavy fire condition at the rear of an unoccupied two-story dwelling, with extension into the attic and roof areas. Eventually, three alarms were struck to bring enough resources to the scene to bring the fire under control. Firefighters from Dudley, Southbridge, Douglas and Oxford assisted. Two dogs were rescued during a primary search of the residence. - Fire News photo by Alan Brackett
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Somerset 5-Alarm
On April 9, 2017, Somerset (MA) firefighters were alerted to a fire in a commercial building on County Street. On arrival, crews found heavy fire and smoke showing from the Commonwealth Firearms Store. Companies attempted to make an interior attack, but heavy fire and exploding ammunition prevented them from making any headway. All crews were withdrawn and defensive operations were begun. Mutual aid from numerous surrounding communities assisted. - Fire News photos by oTm Carmody, eKn L eegr, Bob M yers and iTm Delaney
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Providence 4-Alarmer Extends
As Providence (RI) was in the midst of a spring heat wave, a still box went out for a possible fire on the second floor of a house on Prairie Avenue. Engine 10 arrived to heavy fire showing, with possible extension to the house on side 2. A second alarm was immediately struck. It was determined that the fire had extended to the exposure and the IC requested a third alarm. Multiple lines were stretched and operated and the fire was knocked down. Four alarms were required to bring the fire under control. Three firefighters were injured battling the fire. - Fire News photos by Tom Carmody and Ken LaBelle
Exposure Problems in Millbury On April 25, 2017, Millbury (MA) firefighters were called to a house on Upton Street for a report of a building fire. En route a large column of smoke could be seen from a distance. Companies found a well-involved house with exposure problems. Mutual aid was called in to help fight the blaze. - Fire News photos by Paul Shea
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Norwich 3-Story Fire
Recently, Norwich (CT) firefighters arrived to heavy fire conditions in a three-story multi-family dwelling on one of the city’s many narrow streets. The building was clad in old asbestos siding which, along with balloon-type construction and numerous jogs and voids, allowed for vertical extension in multiple areas. Two-plus alarms would finally be required to bring the fire under control. In the end, all city companies along with all city volunteer companies would be activated for either suppression, relief or coverage. There were several minor fireground injuries. - Fire News photos by Joe Shefer and Robert Ladd, CFPA
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Worcester Porch Fire Extends
Worcester (MA) firefighters responded to a fire in the City of Worcester on Windsor Street on May 3, 2017. The fire started on the rear porch and extended to the attic in a two-story wood frame dwelling. Ladder 2’s crew opened up the roof after the fire took off in the attic. - Fire News photo by Doug Dow
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On March 28, 2017, Seekonk (MA) firefighters were dispatched to Hull Street for a reported structure fire. Engine 1 found heavy smoke and fire showing from a three-story wood frame. Additional apparatus from East Providence (RI) was called to the scene. The fire extended to the third floor and attic and companies were evacuated from the building. After the heavy fire was knocked down, a secondary search was conducted and six dogs were removed over ground ladders and treated by EMS. - Fire News photo by Tim Delaney
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Suspicious Fire in Lincoln
Calls for a well-involved structure on Breakneck Hill Road started ringing into Lincoln (RI) Fire Alarm around 0300. Station 3 arrived and reported a fully involved two-bay garage with exposure issues. The OIC requested a second alarm to be struck for exposure protection. The structure collapsed quickly after water was applied. The fire was listed as suspicious. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
N. Branford Home Destroyed
Wind-whipped flames consumed a Cape Cod-style house on Brook Lane in North Branford (CT) on April 18, 2017. The mid-afternoon fire, which appeared to have started on the outside of a rear porch, forced a woman and her dog to flee from the single-family dwelling. A team of firefighters, under the command of Chief William Seward and Deputy Chief Robert Colangelo, were able to control the flames in just under an hour. A plume of black smoke rising from the blaze could be seen for miles. - Fire News photo by Doc Johnson
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Haverhill 2-Alarmer
Haverhill (MA) firefighters battled a second-alarm fire on the heavy fire took control of the third floor. Manpower from nearArlington Street on April 8, 2017. The fire, which started in a third- by Salem (NH), Lawrence and others assisted at the scene or profloor apartment, severely damaged the large 2-1/2 story, wood vided station coverage for the city. - Fire News photos by Kevin White and Rick Nohl frame, occupied dwelling. Crews initially attempted an interior attack, but were forced to transition into a defensive operation after
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Malden 2 Alarm Fight Goes Exterior
Malden (MA) firefighters responded to Highland Avenue on May 6, 2017, for a building fire. Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy smoke showing from the second floor of a three-story apartment building. A second alarm was transmitted by Deputy Chief Steven Almedia, bringing companies from Medford, Everett and Somerville. Crews were forced to evacuate the building and move to a defensive posture after interior conditions rapidly deteriorated. The cause of the fire was under investigation by Malden Fire and Massachusetts State Police. - Fire News photos by Rick Nohl, Kevin White and Owen Carrigan
Lancaster Car Fire On May 20, 2017, Lancaster firefighters responded to an auto fire. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
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Cranston Dumpster Fire
On the morning of April 13, 2017, Engines 4 and 2, Ladder 2, Special Hazards 1, Rescue 4 and Car 3 responded to Buttonwood Drive in Cranston (RI) for a large dumpster fire close to a house. On arrival, Engine 4 found a fully involved construction dumpster with flames 15-to-20 feet in the air. The fire did not extend to the house and all companies were held to assist with extensive overhaul. One firefighter was injured. - Fire News photo by Tom Carmody
House Fire in West Bridgewater On April 18, 2017, the West Bridgewater (MA) Fire Department responded to Roosevelt Avenue for a house fire. Companies arrived to find smoke showing from a two-story, wood framed, occupied dwelling. Brockton, East Bridgewater and Bridgewater responded to the scene and for coverage. Command requested a Bridgewater ambulance to evaluate the occupant who reportedly suffered burns. The electrical inspector, as well as the power company, was requested due to downed power lines. Companies had the bulk of the fire knocked down within 20 minutes. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
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32 Displaced, 4 FFs Injured, 4 Multi-Family Houses Razed
Scan here to see Drone Footage. On May 17, 2017, Waterbury firefighters responded to Lounsbury Street in Waterbury for a fire in three large, multiple dwellings. With hot dry conditions and wind, the fire spread across the street to also involve another multiple dwelling. With only so much water and a large amount of fire, the initial effort was to contain the fire so it would not take up the entire neighborhood. The fire was kept to the four houses but they sustained heavy damage and were demolished days later. The fire displaced 37 people and four Waterbury firefighters were injured. Mutual aid came from Watertown, Middlebury, Prospect, Naugatuck, Wolcott and Cheshire to cover the multiple calls in the city and assist at the scene. The cause of the fire was under investigation. - Fire News photos by Kevin Czarzasty, Rick Kulmann and Keith Muratori
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New Bedford 2-Alarmer New Bedford (MA) firefighters responded on April 9, 2017, to a working fire in a commercial building in the North End. Firefighters set up for defensive operations at the two-alarm fire. - Fire News photo by Ken Leger
Fitchburg Car Fire Firefighters responded to a car fire on April 28, 2017, in Fitchburg (MA). - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
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3-Alarmer in Webster
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On the night of May 2, 2017, members of the Webster (MA) Fire Department responded to a reported fire in a vacant dwelling located on East Main Street. Webster police reported heavy fire showing at the rear of the vacant three-story apartment house. A second alarm was struck while Webster Engine 3 was en route. Webster jakes attempted to knock down the heavy fire condition at the rear of the building with a blitz line, while other members hand-jacked a fourinch supply line to the closest hydrant. Webster Chief Brian Hickey assumed command, striking a third alarm as several nearby occupied structures were threatened by flames in the early stages of the firefight. As the fire in the rear of the building was brought under control, crews gathered in front of the vacant structure to initiate an interior attack on all floors. The fire was brought under control in about an hour. Firefighters from Dudley, Southbridge, Oxford, Douglas and Quinebaug (CT) assisted at the scene. - Fire News photos by Alan Brackett and Ken LaBelle
Shed Fire in Whitman On May 21, 2017, the Whitman (MA) Fire Department responded to a building fire on Beal Avenue. Box-55 was struck and Engine-243, Ladder-246 and Car-3 responded. Companies arrived to find a large shed fully involved. Engine-243 stretched a three-inch handline with a Blitz gun to the building and was able to quickly knock down heavy fire conditions in the shed. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
E. Great Plains Assists at Brush Fire The crew from East Great Plains (CT) ET 51 put their brush fire skills to work on a rocky and treacherous hillside while operating at a mutual aid call in the Taftville District of Norwich. - Fire News photo by Joe Shefer
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Maynard House Fire
The Maynard (MA) Fire Department Engine 2 and Ladder 1 responded to a fire in the back of a house on Nick Lane on April 15, 2017. Engine 2 arrived to heavy smoke showing from a splitlevel dwelling and requested a second alarm. Crews found heavy fire conditions with the fire self-venting through the roof. Multiple large lines were stretched to perform a defensive attack. Ladder 1 set up the master stream and had the majority of the fire knocked down in 20 minutes. Mutual aid came from Acton, Concord, Stow and Sudbury. - Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.
Nice Stop in Woonsocket Woonsocket (RI) Rescue 2 was on the apron of Landmark Hospital when they noticed heavy fire blowing out of the Bravo side of a two-story dwelling on Mailoux Street on April 16, 2017. A working fire was called and a second alarm, as high winds were blanketing the area. The fire extended into the attic space and did come through the roof and dormer on the A-side. The OIC kept the crews in offensive attack for the duration of the fire. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
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Big Blaze in Lawrence
On May 29, 2107, Lawrence (MA) firefighters were dispatched to a reported building fire in the area of Oxford Street and Milville Avenue. Engines 5, 6 and 7; Ladder 5; and Rescue 1 responded. Upon arrival, firefighters reported having a 2-1/2 story duplex, located behind a large two-story, metal-clad garage well involved and extending to both that garage and a 1-1/2 story multi-bay wood and masonry garage off Champlain Avenue. A second alarm was called by Deputy Chief Loughlin. Firefighters were able to stretch a
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big line between the duplex and the garage and knock down much of the fire on the exterior of the home, which had extended into the first and second floors and attic, as well as the attic of the exposure. The fire extended into the garage where it took full control of several cars, a motorcycle and various other contents. The garage was gutted. Firefighters from Andover, North Andover and Methuen assisted at the scene while additional coverage for the city was brought in from other area departments. - Fire News photos by Kevin White
Well Involved in Woodbury On April 10, 2017, Woodbury (CT) volunteers responded to a well involved residential structure fire. Along with mutual aid companies from Roxbury, Southbury, and Washington they battled the fire in the 2500-plus-square-foot home for about an hour before it was knocked down. Unfortunately, due to the fire being so well advanced prior to it being dispatched, the home was a total loss. All occupants of the home escaped unharmed. - Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty
Mayday at Cambridge Blaze On April 18, 2017, the Cambridge (MA) Fire Department received multiple call for a building fire on Reservoir Road. Heavy smoke and fire was showing on arrival, and second and third alarms were sounded. A Mayday was called for a missing firefighter, who ultimately extricated himself. However, the calling of a Mayday automatically resulted in the striking of the fourth (next) alarm. The fire was controlled in about 90 minutes. - Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan
Bozrah Truck Fire On April 29, 2017, Bozrah (CT) Fire was dispatched for a reported garbage truck fire on Stock House Road. Before arrival, a fully involved truck was reported and one engine from Yantic was requested. Upon arrival, first-due found just the cab of the garbage truck on fire. Crews had the fire knocked down in a few minutes. - Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA
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Granby Easter Fire
Crews from three area departments spent Easter morning knocking down a garage fire in Granby (CT) on April 16, 2017. Lost Acres firefighters quickly knocked down the fire in an attached garage with extension into the house. Companies from East Hartland and Southwick (MA) assisted. - Fire News photo by Stephen Hess
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Tewksbury 3-Alarmer
Tewksbury (MA) firefighters were called out to a fire on Chestnut Road on May 22, 2017. The first arriving company found smoke showing from a 1-1/2 story single-family dwelling and requested a second alarm assignment. Multiple lines were run into the home, but the fire had advanced quickly through the second floor living space and firefighters were forced to exit the structure and transition into an exterior attack. A third alarm was requested, bringing manpower from Billerica, Wilmington and Andover. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
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Van Fire in Harvard On May 16, 2017, Harvard (MA) firefighters arrived to find a van fully involved. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Watertown 2-Alarmer On April 7, 2017, Watertown (CT) firefighters responded to a fire on Main Street. Firefighters were met with a house fully engulfed, and a second alarm was struck. A marijuana extraction lab was thought to be the cause of the fire as the flammable chemicals used for the extraction were ignited, burning one occupant and setting the large multiple apartment dwelling ablaze. All other occupants escaped unharmed. The fire burned for almost an hour before finally being knocked down. Mutual aid came from Bethlehem, Thomaston, Woodbury, Middlebury and Waterbury. The building sustained heavy damage to the upper floors and was deemed unfit for occupation. - Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty
Scenic Drive Fire Extends In the early morning hours of May 16, 2017, Worcester (MA) firefighters were called to Scenic Drive for a report of a fire. Calls were being received reporting the house well involved and also reports of an explosion. Companies arrived to find heavy fire on the delta side of the building. Crews made an aggressive attack but the fire still found its way into the attic. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
Bridgeport House Fire On March 24, 2017, Bridgeport (CT) firefighters were dispatched to a house fire on Whitney Avenue. Upon arrival, units found smoke coming from the second floor of the home. Crews pulled a line to the second floor and made quick work of a bedroom fire. - Fire News photo by Puck Stopper Photography
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Been Here, Done That
Hartford (CT) Fire Department units were dispatched to Park Street for multiple calls of a fire. First arriving units found the second and third floors heavily involved. A second alarm was ordered as the fire threatened an exposure. After a short interior attack the crews were ordered out of the building and a exterior attack was mounted. This building was the scene of a fire on February 9, 2017, as well. - Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley and Jim Peruta, CFPA
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Families Displaced in New Haven
On May 7, 2017, New Haven (CT) firefighters responded to a fire in a 21/2 story wood frame dwelling on Blatchley Avenue. On arrival of Engine 10, heavy fire was showing, which quickly extended to the number two exposure, a similar occupied dwelling. A second alarm was transmitted. Multiple handlines were stretched into both fire buildings as firefighters tried to stop the spread of the fire. Firefighters were removed from the original fire building due to the heavy volume of fire on the third floor. The interior operation was continued in the exposure with a successful knockdown of that fire. The fire continued to grow in intensity as companies set up for master stream operations. The original dwelling was vacant, raising the cause of the fire to suspicious. One firefighter was injured with non-life threatening injuries. Multiple people in the exposure house required sheltering. - Fire News photos by Doc Johnson, Keith Muratori and Glenn Duda, CFPA
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Wolcott MVA On May 11, 2017, Wolcott (CT) Fire Department and EMS responded to East Street for a two-car MVA with one vehicle on its roof. Both victims were transported by Wolcott EMS with non life threatening injuries. - Fire News photo by Rick Kulmann
Reading Rollover On April 9, 2017, Reading (MA) Fire and the Massachusetts State Police responded to Route 95 near exit 39 for a multiple vehicle rollover accident. One party was transported from the scene for treatment. - Fire News photo by Rick Nohl
Yantic MC Accident On April 8, 2017, the Yantic (CT) Fire Engine Company and American Ambulance were dispatched to Fitchville Road and Yantic Lane for a motorcyclist that drove off the road and flipped several times. The patient was found on the sidewalk, and treated for his injuries. American transported him to William W. Backus hospital. - Fire News photo by Robert Ladd, CFPA
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New England Association of Fire Chiefs 95th Conference & Exposition FRIDAY’S KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Lessons Learned at the Back Bay Fire Boston Fire Commissioner and Chief of Department Joseph E. Finn THURSDAY’S FULL DAY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Tactics and Strategy for the Company Officer and Crew with Chief Richard Riley Skills and setup for fireground tactical operations. Initial company officer and crew strategies before the chief arrives. Efficient deployment during those first few minutes to achieve a successful fire attack. How to deploy your crew for an effective operation while assuring a safe working environment.
Fireground Strategy for the Incident Commander
First Due Company Officer Tactics with Chief Richard Riley The skills and setup for fireground tactical operations. Efficient deployment during those first few minutes to achieve a successful fire attack while assuring a safe working environment. (An abbreviated session of Thursday’s class “Tactics and Strategy for the Company Officer and Crew”).
Incident Command on the Fireground
with Chief Michael Dillon Learn how to size-up the situation and implement appropriate strategy. Tips on deploying fire companies, establishing a RIT, stagwith Chief Michael Dillon ing apparatus to control scene chaos, establishing divisions & groups, Successful fireground operations are dependent upon successful and maintaining situational awareness throughout an incident. (An strategy implementation. Learn how to size-up the situation and abbreviated session of Thursday’s class “Fireground Strategy for the implement appropriate strategy. Tips on deploying fire companies, Incident Commander”). establishing a RIT, staging apparatus to control scene chaos, assuring that fireground priorities are met, establishing divisions and groups, Leading as a Fire/EMS Officer and maintaining situational awareness throughout an incident. with Howard Cross For both new and experienced leaders. Individuals are taught how THE BEST IN LEADING: A Fantastic to deal with the “human” component of leading a group-how to develop people to realize their full potential while contributing to the Workshop for Fire/EMS Officers effectiveness of the organization. (An abbreviated session of with Howard Cross This hands-on workshop provides both new and experienced lead- Thursday’s class “THE BEST IN LEADING: A Fantastic Workshop ers with skills and knowledge to help them improve in their role as For Fire/EMS Officers”). either a formal or informal leader. Individuals are taught how to deal with the “human” component of leading a group-how to develop peo- Tame Your E-mail Inbox ple to realize their full potential while contributing to the effective- with Lorena Prime ness of the organization. Do you struggle to stay on top of your emails? Is your inbox a to-do list? Are there over 200 Tame Your Chaos: Practical Tips e-mails lingering around? Efor Time Management mail can control how your with Lorena Prime day flows and what things There’s a lot expected of you, but you can manage your day so that you work on, but it doesn’t you’re still in control. In this workshop, you’ll learn tips and tech- have to! Come learn how niques to help you prioritize, delegate, handle emails and papers, get to deal with emails effiorganized, plan your day, deal with distractions and interruptions as ciently, take action when well as other practical, tactical information to help you be more pro- needed, file when necessary, ductive and get done what needs to be done. The day will include and understand how to put some lecture, exercises and discussion with your peers so that you your inbox on “autopilot.” leave with ideas that can make an immediate impact when you return You’ll leave class knowing how to to the office. be proactive rather than reactive and stop getting caught in the e-mail black hole!
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Overturn with Entrapment in Rockland
On the rainy evening of April 4, 2017, the Rockland (MA) Fire Department responded to an MVA in the area of Market Street. Companies arrived to find a two-vehicle accident, with one car on its side. One victim from the overturned vehicle was able to selfextricate, but the other victim was trapped. An additional engine was requested to the scene, and a box was struck for manpower.
Abington Ambulance-4 was dispatched and transported two victims to a local hospital. The Rockland ambulance later responded and transported an additional person. The Rockland Police Department was investigating the cause of the crash with the assistance of the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department BCI unit. - Fire News photo by Pat Travers
Providence 2-Car MVA
Firefighters responded to a two-car MVA at Harris Avenue and corridor, coming to rest on one of the tracks. Only minor injuries Delaine Street in Providence (RI) on May 17, 2017. The impact sent were reported. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle one of the cars careening towards a fence along the Amtrak train
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Southington Overturn
On Saturday May 20, 2017, state police and the Southington (CT) Fire Department responded to I-84 eastbound at the exit 28 on ramp for a tractor-trailer that failed to negotiate a curve and overturned. There were no injuries or entrapment. - Fire News photo by Rick Kulmann
DĂŠjĂ vu All Over Again
For the second time in a week, on May 26, 2017, Southington (CT) firefighters and state police responded to I -84 eastbound on the exit 28 on ramp for a semi-truck carrying a large pipe, which had rolled onto its side going around the bend on the ramp. There were no injuries or entrapment and the saddle tanks remained intact with no fuel leaks. - Fire News photo by Rick Kulmann
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Leicester MVA
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On May 1, 2017, Leicester (MA) firefighters were called for a door pop at an MVA on Henshaw Street. There were minor injuries to the operator. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
1 Injured in Worcester Car Fire On March 23, 2017, Worcester (MA) firefighters were called to Lowe’s on Lincoln Street for a report of a vehicle fire with someone pinned in the vehicle. Firefighters arrived to find a pick-up truck on fire in the storage part of the Lowe’s lot. The driver, who suffered serious injuries, was freed by a passerby. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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Blue Hills HazMat Call
Blue Hills (CT) firefighters were alerted to a potential hazmat incident on May 24, 2017. Upon arrival, crews found an active refrigerated carbon dioxide leak in the building. Command called for assistance from UConn Health Center’s HazMat team, the State DEEP, and Bloomfield Center for an engine and manpower. Multiple mutual aid was brought in to backfill the town. The incident was brought under control after crews secured the leak and metered the building. - Fire News photo by Stephen Hess
River Rescue on the Blackstone A couple was rescued from the Blackstone River in Millville (MA) on April 30, 2017. They were each in kayaks when one tipped over. The other tried a rescue, and that kayak tipped as well. Both were lucky enough to cling to a downed tree at the river’s edge to call for help. Millville firefighters donned coldwater suits and rescued both parties. They both refused aid after an evaluation in the EMS unit. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
9 Hurt in Worcester Deck Collapse On May 27, 2017, Worcester (MA) firefighters were called to a deck collapse on Mohave Road. Companies found a deck that had failed along with numerous people injured. A party was being held at the time of the accident. Nine people were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
New Bedford HazMat Call
On April 26, 2017, New Bedford (MA) firefighters responded to a Utilities to respond to the scene to help mitigate the probem. vacant store for a hazmat incident. Command called in Eversource - Fire News photo by Ken Leger
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Up Close & Personal
On April 19, 2017, Everett (MA) firefighters responded to a fire in an occupied three-story wood frame dwelling on Oakland Street. - Fire News photo by Rick Nohl
West Haven senior housing fire, April 7, 2017. - Fire News photo by Glenn Duda, CFPA
A firefighter from Cranston Engine 3. - Fire News photo by Tom Carmody
Pittsfield (MA) Chief of Department Robert Czerwinski talks to all the volunteers about safety and more on the fireground. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
A few Reading firefighters stop for a group photo after the six-alarm fire on Sanborn Street on June 1, 2017. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Cumberland (RI) Deputy Chief Anderson arrived to find smoke showing from the attached garage of a Paine Road home on April 30, 2017. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Hartford (CT) firefighters pose after a fire on Lincoln Street on May 4, 2017. - Fire News photo by Jim Peruta, CFPA
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Up Close & Personal
New Haven (CT) firefighters at a two-alarm blaze on Blatchley Avenue on May 7, 2017. - Fire News photo by Doc Johnson
Reading Fire Engine 1 Captain Phil Boisvert at a six-alarm fire on June 1, 2017, on Sanborn Street, his last shift before retiring after a storied 34-year career. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Manchester (CT) 8th District firefighters after a fire on Oak Forest Drive on May 6, 2017. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
Cumberland (RI) firefighter at a below-grade rescues seminar. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
Northbridge (MA) Fire Chief Nestor along with his crew at a working fire in Uxbridge (MA). Three weeks after, Chief Nestor retired after a 44-year career. Congrats Chief! - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
New Marlborough (MA) Lieutenant Mark Lane and his daughter Brittney at a recent drill. - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
Providence (RI) firefighters after Rutland Street two-alarm fire on April 7, 2017. - Fire News photo by Ken LaBelle
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Training
Below-Grade Rescue Training
Cumberland (RI) Group 3 trains on below-grade rescues of a trapped worker. - Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle
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Training
Making Sure It Works Cohanzie Fire Department of Waterford gave their Engine W-51 a little workout on a recent Saturday morning adjacent to their quarters. - Fire News photo by Joe Shefer
Otis Live Burn Training Otis Fire Department in Berkshire County (MA) conducted a live fire training exercise recently. - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
FOOLS Live Burn On April 9, 2017, the Western Mass FOOLS (Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society) held a live burn training day in Pittsfield (MA). The allday-Sunday course revolved around numerous training evolutions that the various call and volunteer firefighters went through. Firefighters from Dalton, Richmond, Florida (MA) to Effingham (NH) received some excellent fire training. For more information on joining the FOOLS go to www.foolsinternational.com. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
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Training
The Worcester Recruit Class of 2017
The Worcester Recruit class of 2017-1 doing auto extrication and rappelling. - Fire News photos by Paul Shea
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Training
Reading Firefighters, Cops Hold MCI Drill Reading (MA) firefighters recently worked in conjunction with the Reading Police in a joint mass casualty incident drill held over multiple days to learn and practice each other’s roles. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Sheffield Hosts Live Burn
Tech Rescue Scenario
Sheffield (MA) Fire hosted a live burn on the New Marlborough town line. - Fire News photo by Ed Harvey
On April 25, 2017, Worcester (MA) firefighters conducted tech rescue training at the DCU Center located downtown. The scenario was that of an arena employee on the arena catwalk who became injured. The tech rescue team had to get to the catwalk, about 80 feet above the arena floor, assemble their rope rescue gear and lower the injured worker to the floor. - Fire News photo by Paul Shea
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New Haven Fills Officer Ranks As a part of his continuing effort to upgrade the efficiency of the New Haven (CT) Fire Department, recently appointed Chief John Alston and Mayor Toni Harp administered the Oath of Office to 35 newly-minted line officers. The promotions included a new Assistant Chief of Operations, three Deputy Chiefs, five Battalion Chiefs, 12 Captains, 12 Lieutenants and two Inspectors. Chief Alston recommended the promotions to the Mayor and to the New Haven Board of Alders in order to replace several senior officers who have retired over the past several months. After the new officers were piped-in by the New Haven Firefighters Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, an invocation was delivered by Deacon Martin O’Connor who is a retired Chief of Department. The event was held in the Hill-House High School Auditorium on Sherman Parkway on April 21, 2017. - Fire News photos by Doc Johnson
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Fall River at Memorial Day Parade
The Fall River (MA) Fire Department participated in the Memorial Day Parade on May 29, 2017. - Fire News photo by Ken Leger
Arlington FFs at Truck Pull Fundraiser
On April 8, 2017, the Cancer Society, Arlington (MA) firefighters, and Arlington police officers participated in a truck pull to benefit cancer research. Four teams, one from the firefighters, one from the police officers, one from emergency management, and one team of civilians pulled the 42,000 pound engine across the finish line, and raised over $7,000 to benefit cancer research. Pictured is the firefighters’ team. - Fire News photo by Owen Carrigan
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Autism Fundraiser Greater Boston Firefighters Pipes and Drums performed at the 10th Annual Gala for Autism at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston on April 1, 2017. The Gala for Autism is sponsored by the Boston Teamsters Local 25, and they have raised almost $4 million to go towards Autism research and programs. - Fire News photo by Liz Feitelberg
Avon Welcomes New Pumper Firefighters in Avon (CT) welcomed in their new pumper with a traditional housing ceremony on April 9, 2017. Engine 7 is a 2017 Spartan Metro Star cab and chassis, with the body built by Gowans-Knight. The truck is equipped with a Hale 1500-gpm pump, 1000-gallon tank, and is also outfitted with an wide assortment of equipment including battery-operated hydraulic tools. Engine 7 runs out of Company 1 on Darling Drive. - Fire News photo by Stephen Hess
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Obituary
East Providence’s Scott Grace
Scott was a proud member of the East Providence Fire Department, Firefighter and Paramedic, Scott D. Grace, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. He was 44. A devoted father of three, IAFF Local - 850, and EPFFBA. He dedicated much of his professionhe is survived by his children, David, Sara and Nina. His children were al life to providing life-saving care on Rescue 1. - Fire News photos by Ken LaBelle the focus of his life.
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Obituary
Hopkinton’s Thomas McIntyre
The Hopkinton (MA) Fire Department laid to rest Call Firefighter Thomas McIntyre at the age of 62. Tom was an active member from 1974 until his passing. Tom also owned the 1941 Ford/Farrar and 1952 Diamond T/Seagrave pumpers used in the procession. - Fire News photos by Doug Dow
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Tri-State Firefighter’s Meet is Back
The Worcester county maxim “task force” Worcester Engine 8, owned by Charlton ex-Chief Ralph Harris, Sr.; Charlton Tanker 1, owned by Charlton ex-Captain Ralph Harris, Jr.; and Holden Engine 1, owned by Fire News photographer Paul Shea.
The Tristate Firefighter’s Meet made a return to Webster Lake ment and memorabilia. Lifeflight helicopter also made an appearafter a long hiatus. Back in the day this was the show to go to. Its ance. Webster Fire held an auto extrication drill, and attendees attendance was very similar in size to the Lynnfield Muster. The were given the opportunity to flow water. - Fire News photos by Paul Shea, Joe Shefer, show’s first year back yielded over 60 rigs from hand tubs to brand Doc Johnson and Glenn Duda, CFPA new apparatus. There were also a few vendors on site selling equip-
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New Engine for Fall River
On April 28, 2017, the city of Fall River (MA) put in service its first new pump in 19 years. The truck will be housed in the Flint station. The truck was blessed by Department Chaplain Thomas Harrington in a ceremony that included the christening of the new engine with the water from the old one. The assembled members then pushed the truck into the new bay. - Fire News photos by Ken Leger
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110 Years on the Job
On April 1, 2017, Hartford (CT) Engine 14, which serves Upper Albany/Blue Hills section of the city celebrated it 110th anniversary. - Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley
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Engine 16 House Renamed for Kevin Bell
On April 30, 2017, the Hartford (CT) Fire Department held a dedication ceremony renaming Engine 16’s quarters the “Kevin L Bell Fire Station” in honor of Firefighter Bell who was killed in the line of duty two-blocks away at a house fire on October 7, 2014. He was assigned to Engine 16 at the time of his death. - Fire News photos by Patrick Dooley
Worcester Fire Recruit Class 2017-1
On April 13, 2017, Worcester Fire recruit class 2017-1 graduated 26 firefighters who will spend their probationary time moving around different companies. - Fire News photos by Paul Shea
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Firehouse Kitchen With Ray Cooney Paterson Fire Department’s winning pork belly tacos
PORK BELLY BRINE
1 quart apple juice concentrate 2 gallons water 1# Sugar 1# Salt 2 bay leaves 3 tbsp Black peppercorns Cover pork belly with brine and let sit refrigerated for six hours or overnight.
PINEAPPLE MOJO
1 pineapple, rough chop 2 red onion, rough chop 1/2 Pt garlic cloves 2 New Mex Pod, toasted and stemmed or seeded, and rehydrated 1 Bu Cilantro 1/2 cup Lime Juice 1/2 tsp grated Corriander 1/4 tsp grated Cumin PINEAPPLE RELISH Roast pineapple, onion garlic at 450 until PINEAPPLE PORK BELLY 2 cup grilled pineapple, small dice soft. Puree in blender with spices, chili, lime 1/2 cup red onion, brunoise juice and cilantro. Puree and pour over pork 2 oz. pork belly 1/4 cup JalapeĂąo, brunoise belly. Roast pork belly at 325 for six hours. Pineapple relish Lime wedge 1/4 cup Cilantro, rough chop Calabrian Chile hot sauce 2 tbl lime juice CALABRIAN CHILE Cilantro sprig Honey to taste HOT SAUCE Flour tortilla 4 tbl olive oil 1/2 cup Calabrian chile Queso fresco Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup red wine vinegar Combine ingredients and let sit for a few 1 tbl Harissa hours so flavors can marry. Heat up flour tortillas on skillet and keep 1/2 tbl Dijon mustard warm. Slice and sear pork belly on skillet 1 tbl salt SRIRACHA SOUR CREAM or griddle until brown and slightly crispy. 1/2-3/4 cup blended olive oil 1 cup of sour cream Place the pork belly on the flour tortilla, top 1/2 tbl garlic, chopped Sriracha to taste Combine Calabrian chiles, vinegar, with pineapple relish and queso fresco. Lime juice to taste Harissa, Dijon, salt and garlic in a blender Drizzle with Calabrian chile hot sauce and Cilantro and puree until smooth. Drizzle olive oil in Sriracha sour cream. Garnish with fresh Combine all ingredients and let sit for a few until ingredients are combined and smooth. cilantro and a line wedge. hours.
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
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Collapse in Tolland. - Fire News photo by Patrick Dooley
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Wind-driven blaze in Saugus. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Billerica house fire. - Fire News photo by Kevin White
Uxbridge bathroom fire - Fire News photo by Ken . LaBelle
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
fire. New London two-alarm d, CFPA ert Lad - Fire News photo by Rob
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Ansonia two-alarm blaze. - Fire News photo by Kevin Czarzasty
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
Campfire extends. s photo by Ken LaBelle New e - Fir
Stamford building fire. - Fire News photo by Puck Stopper Photography
ding. Total loss in North Rea in White - Fire News photo by Kev
Marine 3 handles Providence bridge fire. - Fire News photo by Bob Myers
Boston porch fire extend s. - Fire News photo by Sco tt LaPrade
Lightning fire in Enfield. - Fire News photo by Stephen Hess
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Southern New England Firefighters in Action
mpton two-alarm. Quick knock down at Ply Pat Travers by to pho s New e - Fir
Two-alarm house fire in Hudson. - Fire News photo by Jim Fortin, Jr.
4. Manchester fire off I-8 oley rick Do Pat by to pho s New e - Fir
Lost Acres responds. - Fire News photo by Ste phen Hess
Mechanic Falls fire. - Fire News photo by Scott LaPrade
Quick knockdown in Fal l River. - Fire News photo by Ken Leger
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LIBERTY ART WORKS BRONZE AXE PRESENTED TO PRESIDENT TRUMP The I-85 Bridge First Responders of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department presented President Trump with a custom solid bronze fire ax. The Atlanta Fire Department commissioned the custom ax with Liberty Art Works, Inc. a company based in St. Louis, Missouri. Liberty Art Works, Inc., is a firefighter-owned and -operated business with over 40-years experience creating high quality bronze custom awards and monuments to honor the "Bravest and Finest" fire, police, EMS and military personnel. Being comprised of Firefighters, Liberty Art Works understands the importance of what their bronze sculptures represent and delivers the highest quality in each hand-finished piece. President Trump recognized this quality saying it was beautiful and he was appreciative of the ax. He then took time to personally sit with the First Responders recog-
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