Taco Bell Fire in Virginia

Now that is what I call some HOT tacos and burritos!!

Virginia Taco Bell fire

Awesome Firefighter Song and Video

Here is an awesome firefighter song/video performed by Paul Cummings.....Enjoy!!

Awesome Firefighter Song performed by Paul Cummings

Keep up to date with everyday weather and approaching storms

Whenever you are looking to keep up to date with the ever changing weather and trying to prepare for approaching storm systems that could have an impact on you......be sure to check out one of the most comprehensive weather sites out there.

One of the best comprehensive weather sites

Coraopolis structure fire at Student Transportation of America

On Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at approximately 5:00a.m. Coraopolis dispatch received several reports of smoke coming from the Student Transportation of America bus garage, located at 200 Kendall Street in Coraopolis Borough. The following were dispatched on the initial assignment; Coraopolis (Station 127), Coraopolis police and Valley EMS. Coraopolis police arrived on the scene within a minute and reported heavy smoke showing from the building.

Upon receiving the update from the police, 127 Chief requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment. The following were notified to fulfill the 2nd alarm request; Groveton (Station 244) and Neville (Station 205). 127 Chief arrived on the scene and assumed Kendall Street command. Command reported heavy smoke and fire issuing from the Delta side (Watt Street) of a large concrete block and steel garage structure approximately two blocks long, which houses approximately 40 school vans, as well as a pallet refurbishing business.

At approximately 5:10a.m. Command requested additional manpower and aerial apparatus from Moon Township (Station 197). 127 Engine laid a supply line from the hydrant at Kendall and 2nd to the Alpha side of the structure. 127 Truck also set up for aerial master stream operations on the Alpha side. Crews initially attempted an aggressive interior attack, however conditions rapidly deteriorated and there was a roof and structural collapse on the Delta side. Crews quickly evacuated the structure. PAR check was done and all were accounted for. 197 Snorkel and 197 Ladder tower took a position on Watt Street, on the Delta side of the structure and set up for aerial master stream operations.

Command reported that this would be a defensive operation due to the structural collapse and the heavy volume of fire. Crews were experiencing low water pressure with the initial hydrants that were taken. Additional engines took hydrants above the railroad tracks , on 4th and 5th Avenues and laid supply lines to the scene. The additional upper hydrants had adequate water pressure for all of the master stream operations.

At approximately 5:25a.m. Command requested additional manpower and aerial apparatus from Forest Grove (Station 243), Cochran Hose (Station 258) and Moon Run (Station 245). Upon arriving on the scene, 258 Truck set up on the Charlie Side and 243 Ladder tower set up on the Alpha side for aerial master stream operations. Crews had the bulk of the fire knocked down in approximately two hours. During the height of the fire, upwards of five aerial master streams, several large attack lines, and deck guns were operating. Crews remained on the scene for an extended period of time extinguishing multiple hot spots, utilizing foam in addition to water.

Several school vans that were inside the garage were damaged or destroyed by the intense flames, heat, smoke and  water. Several other vehicles outside and in close proximity to the involved structure, were destroyed or damaged by the radiant heat. Schools in the Cornell and Moon School districts had to be cancelled for the day, as the school buses were unable to get out of the lot due to the fire apparatus and the large diameter hoses.

Robinson EMS assisted Valley EMS at the scene with their rehab unit. Salvation Army mobile canteen unit was at the scene providing snacks and hot/cold drinks to the emergency personnel. Several school buses in the lot were utilized as rehab, to get the emergency personnel warmed up and out of the blistery cold elements. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal and investigators from the ATF were called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

***Top 3 photos of the fire are courtesy of Dave Kerr 205 Safety Officer***

***Additional photos can be seen at the below link***

http://911photos.smugmug.com/ACTION/WESTERN-ALLEGHENY-COUNTY/CORAOPOLIS-BUS-GARAGE-FIRE/14983496_bMPJf#1119218433_GUgYT

POV RESPONSE TO STRUCTURE FIRE (FLAMES AND HEAVY SMOKE SHOWING)

Pretty impressive response video to the scene of a working residential structure fire courtesy of West Plains Fire Department!!

Sharpsburg structure fire

On Thursday, December 2, 2010 at approximately 3:25p.m. Allegheny County 9-1-1 received reports of smoke coming from the roof of a row house at 1100 Penn Street in the borough of Sharpsburg. The following units were dispatched on the initial assignment; Sharpsburg (Station 265), Aspinwall (Station 102), Blawnox (Station 111), Pleasant Valley (Station 217), Cherry City (Station 260), Millvale (Station 191 RIT) and Seneca EMS.

Sharpsburg police arrived on the scene within moments and reported a working fire in the end unit of the row house, with heavy smoke showing. 265 fire officer confirmed a working fire with exposures and requested an immediate 2nd alarm assignment. Fox Chapel (Station 157), Parkview (Station 218), Middle Road (Station 174), Shaler Villa (Station 262), Sharpshill (Station 263) and Mount Troy (Station 239) were dispatched to fulfill the 2nd alarm request.

Crews advanced attack lines and initiated an aggressive interior attack, as the truck companies conducted ventilation operations. Interior attack crews quickly darkened the bulk of the fire on the 1st flooor of the unit and began checking for further extension. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 4:00p.m. Initial alarm crews remained on the scene for a period of time with overhaul operations.

The Salvation Army mobile canteen unit provided snacks and hot/cold drinks to the emergency personnel. The American Red Cross assisted those displaced by the fire. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

***Photos of this incident were provided to me***

House damaged by flre in Sewickley

On Monday, December 6, 2010 at approximately 9:05a.m. Allegheny County 9-1-1 received a report of smoke coming from the roof of a house at the corner of Harbaugh Street and Cherry Way in the Borough of Sewickley, unknown if the house is occupied. Cochran Hose Company (Station 258) was dispatched on the initial assignment.

Sewickley police arrived on the scene within moments and reported a working fire. Upon hearing the report from the police, 258 Chief requested that Leetsdale (Station 309), Aleppo (Station 101), and Emsworth (Station 148 RIT) be added to fulfill the 2nd alarm assignment.

258 Chief arrived on the scene and assumed Harbaugh command. 258 Chief reported heavy smoke issuing from all sides of a 3-story brick residential structure at 615 Harbaugh Street. 258 Engine 1 took the hydrant at Chestnut and Harbaugh and laid into the scene on the Alpha/Bravo corner. 258 Truck hooked up to the hydrant at Harbaugh/Logan and set up for aerial operations on the Alpha side of the structure. 101 Truck set up for aerial operations on the Bravo/Charlie corner of the structure.

Crews advanced an attack line to the 3rd floor, where they encountered heavy heat and fire conditions. Interior crews initially had to retreat due to intense heat and problems with the attack line. Two firefighters ascended the ladder of 258 Truck and vented the 3rd floor windows, as 101 Truck crew vented the roof to help improve interior conditions.

Crews re-entered the structure advancing two attack lines to the upper floor, where they made an aggressive attack on the fire. Additional crews conducted primary and secondary searches, which were negative. Interior crews quickly knocked down the bulk of the fire and checked for further extension. Fire was found to have extended into the roof and the walls between divisions 2 and 3.

Interior crews reported a collapse of the 3rd floor on the Charlie side, all crews were accounted for. Crews continued opening the walls and the roof to expose the remaining hidden flames for extinguishment. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 10:35a.m. Crews did an excellent job containing the fire.

Robinson EMS assisted Valley EMS at the scene with their rehab unit, and a Port Authority bus was at the scene to be utilized for warming for the emergency personnel on this very cold winter day. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Additional photos of this incident can be seen by clicking the link below!

http://911photos.smugmug.com/ACTION/WESTERN-ALLEGHENY-COUNTY/SEWICKLEY-STRUCTURE-FIRE/14961378_mvjzt#1117325209_ca63p

Tribute to Fallen Penn Hills Police Officer Michael Crawshaw

Officer Michael Crawshaw of the Penn Hills Police Department (Allegheny County, PA) was shot and killed in his police cruiser on December 6, 2009, as he awaited backup units to arrive at a domestic related call.

Lest we forget Officer Crawshaw, who made the ultimate sacrifice. This warrior now patrols Heaven's streets!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILJXd_WvxJM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hId_f7QIqRQ

http://www.thepittsburghchannel.com/news/26028988/detail.html

Overnight fire engulfs vacant house in Hampton Township

On Sunday, December 5, 2010 at approximately 2:05a.m. Allegheny County 9-1-1 received several reports of a vacant house on fire at 2489 Saddle Drive in Hampton Township. Hampton (Station 164), North Hampton (Station 165), Peebles (Station 188) and Hampton EMS were dispatched on the initial assignment.

Hampton Township police officers arrived on the scene within minutes and reported that the structure was fully involved. With the report from police officers, 164 Assistant requested that Middle Road (Station 174) and Elfinwild (Station 261) be added to the assignment.

164 Assistant arrived on the scene and assumed command, reporting a fully involved split level brick residential. Command advised all responding units that it would be a defensive attack. Crews battled the blaze for approximately 90 minutes, before they had the bulk of the fire darkened. Command placed the fire under control at approximately 3:55a.m.

The Salvation Army mobile canteen unit responded to the scene to provide snacks and hot/cold drinks to the emergency service personnel. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Tarentum family displaced by overnight fire

On Sunday, December 5, 2010 at approximately 1:20a.m. Allegheny County 9-1-1 received a report of a residential structure fire at 144 Davidson Street in Tarentum. Summit Hose (Station 282), Eureka Hose (Station 281), Highland Hose (Station 280) and Eureka EMS were dispatched on the assignment.

282 Chief arrived on the scene and assumed command, reporting smoke showing from the 2nd division of a two-story wood frame residential, all occupants had evacuated. 281 Engine laid a supply line into the scene.

Crews advanced attack lines and made a quick aggressive interior attack, as the roof crew performed ventilation operations. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and checked for further extension.

American Red Cross responded to the scene to assist the displaced family of 4 with clothing and temporary housing. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal was called to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Remembering the Worcester 6

Lest we forget the Worcester 6.......Six of Worcester's bravest were killed while battling a multi-alarm fire on December 3, 1999

http://www.firefighternation.com/profiles/blogs/remembering-the-worcester-6

Florida Police Officer rescues woman from her burning SUV

Police car dash cam captures police officer rescuing a female from her burning suv in Florida....kudos to the officer for an awesome job!!


http://www.wpxi.com/video/26007772/

Cool interactive map site

This is a pretty cool and interesting map site that includes maps for the following types of incidents: Global incidents, Amber Alerts, Hazmat situations, forest fires, H1N1 Pandemic, gang activity, border security issues, terroism event predictions, drug interdictions, non-terror aviation, presidential threats, earthquakes and Iranian conflicts.

http://www.globalincidentmap.com/

Large power outage snarls busy McKnight Road traffic

On Friday, December 3, 2010 at approximately 10:05a.m. as fire units were dispatched to a commercial fire alarm at JC Penney Ross Park Mall , multiple calls began coming into the 9-1-1 center reporting a transformer on fire in the rear of Bed Bath & Beyond on McKnight Road in Ross Township. Berkley Hills (Station 247) Chief officer arrived on the scene at Bed Bath & Beyond and reported a working transformer fire in the wooded area to the rear of the business. Investigation also revealed very high voltage lines down, with others about to fall, in the area of the Waldorf Park Apartment complex. Duquesne Light was notified of the priority of the incident and responded quickly to the scene to assess the situation.

Due to the power outage multiple other fire and burglar alarms were activated in the immediate area, keeping fire and police units busy. Ross Township Fire Police responded to the scene for traffic control in the area of the downed lines, as well as set up generators to power the traffic lights along McKnight Road, to assist with snarled Christmas shopping traffic along busy McKnight Road.

At approximately 10:50a.m. fire units were dispatched to the Waldorf Park Apartment hi-rise (Building C), as the Duquesne Light repairman reported an odor of something burning within the multi-unit structure. Crews investigated and found the source of the odor to be from the emergency generator in the building.

According to Duquesne Light it is estimated that power could be out along the McKnight Road cooridor for approximately 8 hours, until repairs are completed.

Massive fast moving fire destroys four buildings in Gettysburg

At approximately 3:30am on Friday, December 3, 2010 Adams County 9-1-1 received reports of a structure fire in the 100 block of Chambersburg Street in downtown Gettysburg, PA. The fast spreading intense flames destroyed four buildings.

http://www.wgal.com/news/26006243/detail.html

Additional incredible photos of this fast moving inferno can be seen at the site below!

http://sjrothphotography.smugmug.com/Adams-County-Pennsylvania/Gettysburg-Fire-Dept/Chambersburg-Street-12-3-10/14909534_eULTF#1113011423_hQEd6

A Firefighters Tribute

Updated photos and video of the Union City, PA inferno

This link shows some incredible photos and video of the Union City inferno!

http://goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20101202/NEWS02/312029846

Intense flames consume the former Ethan Allen Furniture plant

At approximately 11:40a.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2010 Erie County 9-1-1 Center received multiple calls reporting a fire at the former Ethan Allen furniture plant in Union City. The intense flames spread quickly through the large 4-story brick commercial structure, which contained several individual retailers. 4(+) alarms were struck bringing multiple mutual aid fire companies to the scene. Crew battled the blaze for several hours before bringing the blaze under control. Defensive operations were necessary due to the heavy fire load and the collapse of part of the structure.

http://goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20101202/NEWS02/312029846

Funeral for Fallen Chicago Officer

Thousands turn out fallen Chicago Police Officer's funeral.

http://abclocal.go.com/wls/video?id=7819478

On Wednesday 12/01/2010 at approximately 1:25am a bedroom fire was reported at 3930 Grand Avenue in Hampton Township. Police on scene reporting smoke showing and flames visible from 2nd floor window, all occupants are out.

Hampton (Station 164), North Hampton (Station 165), Elfinwild (Station 261) and Hampton Ems were dispatched on the initial assignment. 164 Officer arrived on the scene and reported working fire division two of a 2 1/2 story brick residential structure.

Command requested a 2nd alarm Engine company added to the assignment shortly into the incident. Peebles (Station 188) was dispatched to fulfill the 2nd alarm assignment.

Crews made an aggressive interior attack and had a quick knock on the fire. Crews remained in the scene for an extended period of time performing overhaul operations.

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