Posts Tagged: Firefighternetcast
LOL … Ahhhh the places I could go!
LMAO .... I have SO much content and "directions" I could go in for a great post. Of course, my regular readers know that the one thing that I don't tolerate is "fretting" so I guess I'll shoot it to ya straight.
It's been a busy summer for me but for s…
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What a “DEAL”
Rhett and Jeff have launched their first sale over on Daily 911 Deals !
Old man winter is just around the corner so, fittingly; their first deal is a job shirt.
The shirts are 95/5 cotton/poly super weight fleece .. MADE IN THE USA.
They only ha…
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Our Kids
*Image from Uniform Duds for Kids.
Everyone got there cahffee? Grab some diamond plate. This one might stir up some lively discussion.
So the other night I was listening to an on-line podcast over at FirefighterNetCast that is hosted by …
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Reaching the next level …
We continue to reach "new levels" here at Ironfiremen.com and I have to admit that I'm somewhat taken back.
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What a difference a day makes….
The good news is that I got the "Cowboy Cadillac" back. I have been without my truck for 2 weeks and I'm not sure how much longer I could have made it. She laid down on me while hauling hay from Captain Flora's farm. Lynn is the Captain on A-shift at Luc…
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Firefighter Netcast Show
Rhett and John have asked the finalist of the Black Diamond 2010 Fire and EMS Blog of the Year to join them on tonight's show. Ironfiremen.com will be there!
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More on Roanoke’s Days Inn fire, NFPA 1584 and Staffing
My point here is this ... multiple fires in a single tour in our department, more often than not; has the same members battling both fires. Multiple fires in DC or PG County may not even see the same companies much less the same members.
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A Sunday tour ..and BONUS video from Hershey Vol. Fire Dept.
Well, the Holidays are over and it's back to the grind stone. Today's our first day back and it hasn't been too bad. A few runs scattered here and there but nothing post worthy. I hope and trust that everyone had a very happy new year. No New Years Eve p…
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Ironfiremen.com looks back at 2010
Scary thought I know but hey ... everybody is doing it. I mentioned last night that 2010 was kinda like a roller coaster ride for me ... a lot of "ups" and "downs" but I assume everyone's life is kinda like that so maybe that's my one link to normalcy. A…
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Happy New Year !!
I know I'm a little early as far as the clock goes but I'm not sure I'll be able to stay awake long enough to tell ya right at midnight. I haven't been regular with post this week due to working my tail off trying to catch up from being out sick. I'm…
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Snow angels and a netcast follow-up
Well the snow found us. Here in Catawba, we had about 4-5 inches before it changed over to sleet. Chores don't change just because of the weather, so I had all the regular feeding etc to do. The Buckaroo took the day off despite spending several days las…
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Mustache envy runs wild, a busy day, visitors and day 10 of Santa’s Sexy Helper
OMG ... the "mustache envy" around this place. My site gains a little popularity and now everyone wants to look like me? I'm serious .. mustaches are showing up everywhere ... look ..
That's big ol lovable Captain Mac Craft from #3-A
Even o…
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Another level of fame!
Oh yea.. I'm hitting the "big time" now! I bet Statter or The Fire Critic don't have a Christmas oriniment ... well, I do. Kinda ... sorta... At least Hydrant Gal "thinks" it's me ..LOL
How's that for a headline Statter?? "Ironfiremen's influence has …
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Warm thoughts, extrication and Santa’s Sexy Helper Day 17!
I just got a call from a buddy who is down in Florida. The Temp is in the upper 60's and he's walking the beach in shorts. Another good friend, Captain Joe Schmoe; over at Report on Conditions titled his last post "Heat Wave. The temp there yesterday…
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Vinton fire update, vacation sign ups, and more..
Ok, to begin with; tomorrow is going to be a busy day. The morning will be anyway. Tomorrow is our annual "vacation sign up day". In the firehouse, we sign up for our "vacation" and "holidays" a year in advance. Time to clean the ol desk off and figure o…
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The “First Due” Officer… what are you thinking?
I mentioned a fewpost back that I wanted to follow up on Chris Naum's show Taking it to the Streets. Chris has a regular show on Firefighter Netcast and last week's was The First Due Officer. I was brought in late and wasn't really up to speed as to …
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Airport security, full body pat downs and giving back…
I'm not sure what all the fuss is about but it's all I've heard or seen on TV today. An "up-rise" against new airport security measures. I don't see what the big deal is. I mean who honestly didn't see this coming in the first place?
I wonder how ma…
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The naked truth.. 1/2 naked firefighters and the right thing to do
Sorry folks... I've been idle for a bit. You guys already know I'm kinda busy and it takes me so long to type these posts out that I just decided to take a "mini-vacation". Now, I have a lot of catching up to do. This morning, I have a little someth…
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Firefighter bites dog…
I'm sure one has some where at some time or another, I'm just not aware of it. I only used that title because Dave Statter was explaining to Rhett how a title such as this will / can draw readers. That said, I'm not even sure why I want / need to draw …
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Nothing says 4 day break is over like a working fire!
Seven homeless after early morning Roanoke Fire
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My life as a “roadie” and a little more detail..
Back again from the 2010 National Fallen Firefighter's Memorial weekend. I know here of late, my post have been either scattered or shortened. That said, I also know you guys understand why and I need to say that I appreciate the patience. So, as mention…
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Coverage continued…
I'm in Emmitsburg, Md. at the Nation Fallen Firefighter's Memorial weekend and, as I sit here typing and reflecting on the days events; I am once again humbled. I have never attended the National Fire Academy nor have I ever been to the Memorial and I mu…
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Coverage of the 2010 National Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial
Below, you can watch the candle light service held on Saturday, Oct.2nd begining at 06:45pm (est). You can also tune in to the memorial Service held on Sunday begining at 09:30am. More to come soon...http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?i…
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WHAT A WEEK !!!
I apologize for it being such a stretch between post but I have to tell ya... this has been about the worst week or so of my career. I can't and wont go into details right now but trust me... There are only a few people I'd wish this worry and stress on.…
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OVERWELMED!!
@#$$%^^&*(%#*^*&^&^%$# AHHHHHHH!!!!! SHIT! I have so much on my mind right now that I can't even think straight much less function normally (good thing I'm on break huh). Try to bear with me and I'll do my best to lead you through a tour of w…
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