tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81042892186112807752024-03-14T09:12:08.528-04:00Working on the East SideThe day to day of a small firehouse in a small city.2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-73464464164968215982012-06-03T19:20:00.000-04:002012-06-03T20:15:59.093-04:00Roanoke and Lynchburg Areas - Regional Fire Service Pipe and Drum Band OrganizingA regional Fire Service Pipe and Drum band is forming and looking for interested individuals that would like to participate. Band membership is open to public safety personnel, active and retired military personnel, and members of the public.<br />
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<b><span style="color: lime; font-size: large;">Where? Flanary's Irish Pub - Downtown Roanoke - Jefferson Street</span></b><br />
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So far there are several pipers from the Lynchburg and Roanoke area, along with several drummers from one of the Roanoke area pipe and drum bands. The name is not official, but for the time being - "WestSide Firefighters Pipes and Drums", due to the location in the State. The band was honored with the privilege being able to play for the opening ceremonies for the Virginia Professional Firefighters Association 2012 Convention held in Roanoke, VA.<br />
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The band's mission is to honor those that have sacrificed their lives to serve others, to celebrate the accomplishments of the fire service, military, other public safety personnel, and to promote tradition and brotherhood through music. The band is a non competition band and provides music for parades, ceremonies, graduations, memorials, weddings and funerals.</div>
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Stay safe, train hard, and look out for strange firemen growing in your flower beds and trees. <br />
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On March 02, 2012, the Salem Fire-EMS Department had their second annual awards ceremony at the Salem Civic Center. The ceremony recognized achievements made by members of the department during 2011. Of those achievements, four members of the department were promoted to the rank of Senior Firefighter:<br />
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Two members of the department were promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2011. Mike Christley was promoted to Fire Lieutenant (C Shift), and Matt Rickman (EMS Coordinator)<br />
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Salem Fire-EMS also had two members successfully complete the EMT - B to EMT I class, Senior Firefighter Matt Burnnett, and Firefighter Joslyn Merideth. The department's Medical Director Dr Karen Aldridge was on hand to pin the new NREMT-I's.<br />
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Lt Matt Rickman presented the award for EMS Call of the Year to personnel from Station 3 B Shift for a job well done with a Heart Alert patient. Those members were Lt Gary Franklin, Lt Matt Rickman, Senior FF/EMT-I Jason Loving, Senior FF/EMT-P James Burke, and Senior FF/EMT Ron "Rock" Windell. <br />
Congratulations to all that were recognized for their accomplishments.<br />
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The department recognized the most important people that are behind the scene of all the operations of the Salem Fire-EMS Department; the families and love ones of the members of the department. A nice evening was had by all in attendance , and a big thanks to Salem Professional Firefighter Local 3478 for providing the refreshments for the event.<br />
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Check out the new 2 House photo blog at: <a href="http://the2house.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">The 2 House Photo Blog</a>. A random collection of photographs from the day to day on the East Side.2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-41225317333812219962012-01-30T17:11:00.001-05:002012-01-30T17:12:15.018-05:00Help the Brothers out! Last day!!!Brother Willie Wines at <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">Iron Firemen.com</a> has written a post about the last day of the special offer to help out the FDNY Rescue 2 Mayday Fund. Firefox - MN8 products will donate 50% of web sales to the FDNY Rescue 2 Mayday Fund. Check out the post <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">here.</a>2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-88148581407068487082012-01-28T18:24:00.001-05:002012-01-28T18:26:23.499-05:00This week...Technical Rescue Training "Get in the hole!"An other fun week on the East Side winds down. Other than the usual EMS runs and fire alarms, this week the crews from the 2 House and Salem Fire Department Technical Rescue Team, participated with the Brothers from Roanoke City Fire-EMS in the quarterly Division 6 technical rescue training. <br />
The topic for this quarter, Confined Space Rescue.<br />
The Division 6 Technical Rescue Team met up at the Salem Civic Center for the training, and you could not have asked for any better weather. The scenario had the team members entering in a 23 foot vertical ventilation shaft to rescue a worker that become unresponsive, inside the ventilation shaft there was a second victim hanging from a tripod that has collapsed at the entrance of the ventilation shaft.<br />
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The first day of training brought brothers from Salem A Shift and Roanoke City B shift.<br />
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The second day of the drill brought together the brothers of C Shift from both localities, and even a cameo appearance by Captain Willie Wines Jr from the blog <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">Iron Firemen</a>.<br />
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A good three days of training and brotherhood for the 2 House crew and the brothers from Roanoke City, and a big thanks to all that participated in the drill.<br />
Until next time...Train hard, and stay safe! <br />
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FTM-PTB2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-65117883133048353822012-01-14T09:22:00.001-05:002012-01-16T15:19:43.996-05:00Pride and Ownership Seminar in Lynchburg VABoy have I been a slacker about putting up post about all of the things that have been happening on the East Side. Sometimes it just takes running into the right person that says the right thing to get a person motivated again. I found out that there are people out there that actually read the blog post, so I am going to make a better effort this year to document the day to day of the firehouse. <br />
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Friday the thirteenth, members of the 2 House, joined by Deputy Chief John Prillaman,, traveled to Lynchburg to check out Chief Rick Lasky's Pride and Ownership seminar. From start to finish, this was a good day. You could see the people that "get it", you could see the people that just needed to recharge their passion about the job. By the end of day you could see the ones that had an awakening. It is hard to describe the energy that filled the room at the end of the day, but I'm positive there are going to be a lot of people that will take that energy back to their departments and make some good things happen.<br />
The diversity, and experience in the room ranged from fire cadets from Hanover County, to the Battalion Chief that has 3 months left on the job, and everybody in between. If you have to pick one word that sums up the whole day, that word would be "Refreshing". If ever get the chance to see Chief Lasky speak do not miss this opportunity. <br />
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The turnout for the seminar was great, and a good day of networking, brotherhood, and seeing old friends and acquaintances. Be safe and train hard.<br />
FTM - PTB2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-37898931178264022692011-12-23T18:42:00.000-05:002011-12-23T18:42:18.280-05:00LODD Peabody MA<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 14px;">December has been a rough month for the fire service.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 14px;"><br />
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Until next time, stay safe and train hard!2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-58905117921998622602011-09-15T17:30:00.000-04:002011-09-15T17:30:53.669-04:00Just a noteI received a couple of messages from some people that read the blog, and they asked why nothing was posted about the 10 year anniversary of Sept 11th.<br />
I would feel safe in saying that most people that this read blog, do not have to be told "Never Forget", "Remember 343", and all of that stuff, it is a part of us. After all of the fanfare, pomp and circumstance we are all still chauffeurs, engineers, DPO's, firefighters, firemen, probies, rookies, officers, and bosses. The best way that we can honor those that lost their lives on that tragic day:<br />
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Just as the team was making final preparations for the lift, the earthquake put a damper on the rest of training. The brothers from Roanoke City had to pack up and head back into the city to assist with the increased number of calls. Well, maybe next time. Another good day of training2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-51591645091142808422011-08-22T22:20:00.000-04:002011-08-22T22:20:43.189-04:00Regional Technical Rescue Drill - Day 1The brothers from A Shift joined up with their counterparts from Roanoke City and Roanoke County for the first day of the Division 6 Technical Rescue Team Quarterly Drill. The drill for this quarter is focused on trench rescue, with a twist. The team members were presented with a construction worker that was operating a backhoe placing drain pipe, when he jumped off of the backhoe and into the trench to adjust the chain on a section of pipe. A hydraulic failure occurred pinning the operator between the pipe and bucket of the backhoe.<br />
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As always, a day of good hard work,and brotherhood. Stay tuned for tomorrow's report from the trenches2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-2543367154561874742011-08-17T13:42:00.001-04:002011-08-17T13:47:04.775-04:00Congratulations to...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>The crew's of the 2 House would like to congratulate Senior Firefighter Mike Christley on his promotion to Lieutenant.<br />
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Mike will be assigned to C Shift, and we wish him the best of luck. <br />
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* The picture was taken during a highly scientific experiment that was conducted to determine the number of ketchup packets it takes to refill a bottle of ketchup. That number is 140. 2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-86737314100962541012011-08-14T22:51:00.000-04:002011-08-14T22:51:56.300-04:00Dallas TX LODDDeepest condolences and prayers to the family of Lt. Todd Krodle and the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department. Lt Krodle fell through the roof of an apartment building during a three alarm fire today. More information can be found at <a href="http://statter911.com/">Statter911</a>.<br />
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Be safe out there2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-48987615194834293162011-07-29T22:06:00.000-04:002011-07-29T22:06:15.253-04:00NC LODDCondolences and prayers go out to the family of Captain Jeffery Bowen 37, a 13 year veteran of the Asheville, NC Fire Department was killed yesterday while battling a fire in a five story commercial structure. Seven others were injured during the fire, with one firefighter being sent to a burn unit. That firefighter is expected to bee released soon. More information can be found at <a href="http://statter911.com/2011/07/29/funeral-arrangements-for-captain-jeff-bowen-asheville-fire-department-firefighter-jay-bettencourt-getting-out-of-hospital/">Statter911</a>.<br />
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The 2 House had the usual mix of bells, smells and sick person calls, the B Shifters had a small pin job, with multiple injuries, the C Shifters got in some good vehicle stabilization training, and now this week the Salem Fair has started up. The Salem Fair is definitely the place to go if you want to people watch or find out where The Maury Show or Jerry Springer get some of the people for their shows.<br />
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That's a quick condensed version of the 2 House happenings, still have a few more things to share next week. Don't forget to check out what's happening in the world of Captain Willie Wines at <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">Iron Fireman</a>, and Lt Rhett Fleitz at <a href="http://firecritic.com/">The Fire Critic.</a><br />
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In closing, a video from one helluva brother, Joe Brown a technician at DCFD Truck 17. The video was shot last 4th of July in the District. Check out his blog <a href="http://justlookingbusy.wordpress.com/">Just Looking Busy.</a> <br />
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Everybody have a safe and fun holiday weekend, and say an extra prayer for our men and women in the military deployed around the world.<br />
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Big Mike2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-88940917104819196872011-06-05T12:03:00.002-04:002011-06-05T12:18:47.771-04:00Saturday June 4, 2011 VA Falen Firefighters Memorial ServiceSaturday morning, two members of the 2 House Crew and Salem Fire EMS Honor Guard traveled to Richmond, VA as representatives of the department to participate in the VA Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service. Lt Mike Elston, and Senior Firefighter Chris Smith joined members of Roanoke Fire-EMS Honor Guard and Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Honor Guard who also participated in the memorial service <br />
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One of the seven being remembered was Battalion Chief Billy Obenchain, Chief Obenchain retired from Roanoke Fire EMS but had a great impact on the lives of a lot of people in the fire service in the Roanoke Valley and across Virginia.<br />
The seven that were honored at the ceremony were...Billy Obenchain, William “Danny” Altice, Posey Dillon, Timothy Pigg, Carl Persing, William “Hal” Clark and Zyglmantas Zalys.<br />
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Members of the Honor Guard, families of those being honored, and most of the attendees received a very nice challenge coin to commemorate the event. <br />
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The Honor Guard members from Roanoke Fire EMS that participated were: Battalion Chief Roger Manual, Captain Chris Trussler, Lt. Robert Reid, Lt. Dan Goodwin, Zach Obenchain (Chief Obenchain’s son), Richard Lipes, Travis Meador, Josh Hull, and Jeff East. The Honor Guard members from Roanoke County Fire and Rescue were: Captain Jeff Lawson, Lt. Toby Martin, Lt. Jeff Yopp and Lt Riley McClure.<br />
Below are a couple of shots from rehearsal, and of the Salem and Roanoke City Honor Guard participants.<br />
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Please that the time to send prayers and condolences to the families and to the San Francisco Fire Department for the two brothers Lt Vincent Perez, and FF/PM Anthony Valerio that died in the line of duty. <br />
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Beyond the backyard cookouts, a long weekend, the camping trips, vacations to the beach, lake or where ever on this day we cannot forget the men and women of our country's military that have made the supreme sacrifice. We cannot forget the families of theses hero's and the pain and suffering that they have experienced.<br />
Let us not forget our veterans that have given service to this county's military, the men and women that made that commitment to the defense of America. Some returning physically scarred, some carrying the burden of mental scars inflicted from the stresses of combat. Take the time to thank these veterans for there service, not just today, but any day.<br />
Everyday in America, young men and women are enlisting in America's military, raising their right hand and making that commitment to service. Take a moment of your time to thank them.<br />
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Captain Wines of <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">Iron Firemen</a> had posted from earlier in the week about the fun and festivities at the Regional Haz Mat Glow Worm Hootenanny - Day 1.<br />
While Captain Wines, The Buckaroo, and family were doing some work around the farm, the Brothers of Salem B-Shift and Roanoke City A-Shift got together to hone their Glow Worm skills, have a few laughs and test the limits of equipment and personal comfort.<br />
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I dare say that the person that put the "One Size Fits All" label on the Tyvek coveralls that are used never met Charlie Adkins. A wee lad, just 6'10", you should see him in a leprechaun costume.<br />
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When the structural integrity of the suit failed, the sound was described as a shotgun going off. No medics, farm animal or small children were harmed during the event.<br />
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While the Brothers were getting their Haz Mat on, Captain Wines, The Buckaroo, and family were working in one of the barns, and had a run it with a few of the occupants. A bystander said all they heard was a yell, some gun shots, and then it was over. After the incident was over, a body count of three.<br />
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A good day of Haz Mat training, fellowship, and a lot of good laughs. It's always a good thing when the different localities in the Roanoke Valley can get together and train.<br />
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Be sure to check out <a href="http://ironfiremen.com/">Iron Firemem </a>for more pictures of ill fitting Haz Mat garments and such. <br />
Stay safe, train hard. train often!2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-64404149587021586992011-05-19T12:12:00.000-04:002011-05-19T12:12:37.644-04:00Listen up!One more video to share! Be safe, train hard, train often!<br />
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After the lift was completed, the event facilitators had some very positive comments and feedback for the Brothers of Division 6. The representatives from Paratec also had very good comments and feedback.<br />
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The second event at Fort Lee proved to be a bit of a challenge, the team had to move a M113A3 Armored Personnel Carrier using manpower and mechanical advantage. <br />
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It was an honor and privilege to be part of this group this year. Everyone left with more knowledge than they came with, and a great sense of accomplishment. <br />
It was a good time...Time to get ready for the next adventure.<br />
Stay safe, train hard, train often!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>2 House Crewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08055445544093451869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8104289218611280775.post-14034041838112578962011-05-08T12:01:00.002-04:002011-05-09T06:09:11.297-04:00Rescue Challenge 2011 - Day 3 May 4, 2011Day 3 of Rescue Challenge, the Division 6 team got to play in the cold rain. They say it builds character, and we definitely have a bunch of those on the team.<br />
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The first scenario of the day was at the Henrico County Fire Training Center. The team had to ascend to a third story window then proceed to the roof to rig for rappels then pick off(rescue) two victims hanging from ropes. One the victims reached the ground, part of the team that had already ascended and rappelled could move to the next stage. The next stage was an obstacle course that involved providing the weights of the concrete slabs ad blocks that were to be moved, building a "cart" to move a 1,850 pound block of concrete around, up and over the course. The cart was the frame of an old vehicle that needed to be lifted and wheels put on, to get the lug nuts the team had to provide the correct weight of the concrete block.<br />
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With victims removed and up the cliff, it was time to go back to the hotel for the Rescue Challenge Fish Fry and CornHole Tournament. I'm not sure who came up with the name of that game, I really really think that they could have given it a bit more thought...I'm just saying...<br />
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Great food, catching up with old friends, meeting new friends, and shenanigans. A good time was had by all.<br />
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