Posts Categorized: News/top Ten Lists
A bunch of FOOLS
I was able to attend the Weissman service but was on duty yesterday during Whitacre's Funeral. Both were well attended and those in attendance should be proud that our Brotherhood was well represented. Yes... our "Brotherhood". These families got to see first hand over the past few days and week what all the "hype" and Brotherhood "talk" is about. They experienced it first hand. If you attended one of the services.... you did too.
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A good send off
We attend these services for the survivors. The fallen are already in a better place. You attend for the family. The wives (or husbands), children , parents etc as well as for their extended family.... the Brothers and Sisters of their Department. You attend to let them know (and see) that they are not alone, their grief is shared and their support system endless.
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Paying my respect
I hope to see you there. I URGE you to attend if at all possible. Regardless of Rank or tenure ( if you're a "Rookie" firefighter...you definitely should attend). I believe we owe it to each other to do so. It's paying "RESPECT" to a Brother or Sister.
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EMS LODD’s …Government “loophole” leaves families without benefits !
I got a call from Bill Finegan the other day. He told me the story of Danny McIntosh. It pissed me off !
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More from The Fire Critic and Ironfiremen.com
I will be attending the funeral and have plenty of room if you'd like to ride ( Rhett will be out of town and unable to attend but we are taking the "Blog Mobile" ). I will be leaving Station #13 in Roanoke at 7am Thursday morning. We will return late Thursday night (We will be attending the 6pm wake as well).
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Taking “Brotherhood” to the FDNY and so much more …CONTINUED!
Firefighter Pete Mclaughlin was killed in The Line of Duty on October 8, 1995 just a week or so after our last ride with R4. He was caught in a flash over with collapse. Later, they would name a street in Queen in honor and memory of Pete. You can read a small related article by clicking HERE . WELL DONE BROTHER ... continue to Rest in Peace and thanks again for the ride!
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FDNY as Snack: Nuts and Crackers, Mostly.
Why should you care about this? It's simple. FDNY is the most revered fire department, period. They are copied and imitated in ways too numerous to even begin to list.
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Going to the funeral isn’t enough ….
These men were a part of our Department, our "family", OUR "Brotherhood" . They are a part of our history ... our traditions.... the subjects of great stories, unbelievable acts and even some good firehouse pranks.
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Under staffed, attacks on our pension, a Close Call, 2nd alarms to rubbish fires…. Ironifremen.com is back on line!
We all need a room full of firefighter wives, girlfriends etc like " Suki " to fill council chambers etc every time they talk about, debate and consider budget cuts to Public Safety. And don't think for a minute that your Department budget or your pension is safe. Right now, my pension is under attack. It's been coming for some time now but it's just here recently that the majority of our members have "seen the light"
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Money well spent!
The occupants were in a panic, fearing they were trapped; but Randy had it knocked down within seconds and with less than 500 gallons of water. Our County Brothers will be ecstatic to read that we even got the "brush rake" off the rig. Randy quickly got to the "head", extinguished and began "cutting a line" .... LMAO ... if we only had a " PULASKI" tool.
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If you Want to be a clown ….Remembering our fallen and another LODD in Massachusetts
Chief Houff was the Battalion here on C-shift as well and even though he works for the County, we got to see each other a lot. Not just work either .... Chief Huff stayed by Billy's side everyday of his fight. It was a true testament to BROTHERHOOD.
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CALLING ALL JAKES, BREAKING RECORDS AND DOING OUR JOB!
Blogging is one thing but members all across this Country are honoring these men in the same way.... by getting back on the truck! Police Officers are on duty tonight on the Va. Tech Campus. Brothers of IAFF L-1009 are staffing the rigs in Worcester, Ma. and the Mount Vernon (NY) Fire department stands ready to take in the next call.
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ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE FALLEN
It's been a terrible and horrific week for Public Safety. Please continue to keep the Departments, family and friends of our fallen in your thoughts and prayers. Also remember that all across this country, members are pulling a tour.... today, tonight, tomorrow and everyday day / hour after. That's how we honor the fallen ... by putting our boots on, getting back on the rig and doing our job!
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OLD WOUNDS REOPENED AMID 3 LINE OF DUTY DEATHS
I'm sure the Arlington Street fire was a sort of "mini- deja vu" for the people of Worcester Massachusetts because we had something very similar right here in "small town" Virginia today.
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BREAKING NEWS: CAMPUS SHOOTING, 2 DEAD AT VA. TECH AND A LODD IN WORCESTER, MASS.
2 people are reported dead on the campus of Va. Tech following another shooting incident. There are at least 2 crime scenes being worked while a search for the gunman continues. Va Tech is currently on "lock down" and there are also report of one of the two dead being a police officer (unconfirmed at this time).
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Top Ten Christmas Gifts for Firefighters 2011
The 2011 Christmas season is in full swing.
This year will be no different. The best gifts for firefighters. Some of these are custom gifts and will require ordering...don't worry they are worth the wait!
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Race and Religion: Churches, Clubs and Culture
Roman's 2:11:
For there is no respect of persons with God. (King James Version)
Because God does not show partiality. (International Standard Version)
Tiny Free Will Baptist Church in Pike County, Kentucky, is much in the news this week after …
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Top Ten 2012 Female Firefighter Calendars
The wait is over! Here is the 2012 list for the Top Ten Female Firefighter Calendars.
I do this as a public service of course...you guys can buy me a beer later!
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Top Ten 2012 Male Firefighters Calendars
Each year, the Top Ten Firefighter Calendar article grows a little bit more. In 2010, the list was merely female firefighter calendars. In 2011, it included both female and male calendars. Here we are in 2012 and we have split them into two lists of their own. Be sure to share this article with others. Remember...they are for great causes.
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RE-ADJUSTING
Rhett, Zach Green and I have just returned from a trip up to New York City. Much like most of the journeys Rhett and I embark on ( ie; 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs, NFFF Memorial Weekends, etc), this trip was life altering. I find myself back home and even on duty today but so far from the person who left Roanoke a mere 5 days ago.
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FIRE CRITIC AND IRONFIREMEN.COM ON THE ROAD AGAIN NYC 2011
It's been a while since I've checked in but it's not because I've been slacking.
I'm actually posting this installment from NJ. Rhett and I have been between NJ and New York City for the past several days. We've been up here with our good friend from …
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LOOKING BACK ON THE 30TH NFFF MEMORIAL WEEKEND
I don't know how you could do what we did and see what we've seen and not take something away from the experience.
I will carry the memories we've made there for the rest of my life. Emmitsburg, the NFFF, our fallen and their survivors will stay with me always. I WILL NOT FORGET .
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LIVE COVERAGE FROM 2011 NFFF MEMORIAL CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL
Live coverage from Emmitsburg, Md. NFFF Memorial Weekend, candle light vigil 2011
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Where will you be?
The 30th Annual National Fallen Firefighter's Memorial Weekend will be held this weekend, October 14th-16th...... Will YOU be there?
YOU SHOULD BE!
The Fire Critic ( Rhett Fleitz ) and I will be there.
In my mind, this event should top …
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I cried ….
I know ...I know ... I'm a fireman. Well guess what ??? Firemen are HUMAN ... we have feelings and emotion. Most of the time, we are able to set them aside, to hide them from our friends, family and the public. I haven't been doing such a good job of tha…
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