Detroit MI, Box Alarm 04-01-11

Detroit fire dispatched a Box for a dwelling fire in the area of Harding & Schomaker, Engine 41 found two dwellings involved with the primary fire at 5238 Harding. Engine 41 transmitted, stretching on the dwelling. One of Detroit's size up for a working fire. The Battalion updated with two Dwellings going asking for a 4th due engine for RIT. Crew went to work on both dwelling at the same time one had minor extension as the other has two floors of fire. In about 30 mins both dwelling were under control.

Detroit MI, Box Alarm 04-01-11

Detroit fire Transmitted the Box for 4515 Holcomb w/Reports of people trapped. First due updated as companies Stretching and people trapped. Crews removed the people and knocked down the fire in a few mins.

Detroit MI, Box Alarm 03-31-11

Detroit Fire "1st Battalion" responded to City Recycling INC. at 1906 Mack RD. As we followed the header in from 10 miles out, Detroit fire was operating a ladder and tower on the pile of scrap metal. They operated for about 8hrs.

Coming Soon, Detroit trip 2011

Over the next week I will be posting 11 incidents, During the 4 nights and 5 days over 30+ fires occurred in one of the largest city's in the USA. We managed to film 11 of the incidents, others were out before arrival or were out of our coverage area. The Detroit firefighters operate under extreme conditions with very limited resources and do one hell of a job. I hope to give them justice with my coverage. This was my 2nd trip a little slower then the last, but DFD members tell us thing have not begun to get crazy "YET" for this year, but the weather is changing. For the Detroit firefighters, Stay safe in this years battle.

Homeward bound

No more updates from the Rock City. Over the next few days I will be editing the photos and Uploading then to the Blog. The smugmug site will take a while do to the amount of photos and editing time. Thanks for viewing.

I removed all the Detroit updates, Photos from the incidents will be posted soon. Rob

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Items Stolen from CT Fire Museum

Similar to this one with same writing on glass

A matching pair of ornate hand lanterns were recently stolen from their storage box at the Fire Museum in Manchester, CT. The lanterns are two of seven belonging to an ornate parade hose cart.These lanterns date back to a parade wagon purchased in 1882 by Crescent Hose Company #2. The parade wagon is currently on loan to the Connecticut Fireman's Historical Society.The Manchester Police Department has several leads, but are still investigating. They can be reached at 860-645-5544

Other items have been found missing, Its reported that the person is in custody. But Items are still missing. If you have purchased any items an think they are in question please contact the above agencies. Thanks

Subase (New Engine) and a few extra

C-11 "New" 2010 Pierce Saber/Contender

1250/GPM-750GLN

A twin to C-21

Placed in service on March 25th

C-17 (service) Ford F550 w/utility body

C-200 Ambulance 2010 Ford F450 Wheeled Coach

C-10 Subase Duty A/C (Command Vehicle) 2009 Ford Expedition

C-15 2010. 100' Pierce Tower, 2000gpm/300GLN

Willimantic, 2nd Alarm 03-27-11

Around 01:25 Willimantic Police officer reported working fire at Babcock Court off Spring St. ENG 301, Capt requesting UConn RIT, Mansfield Amb while enroute 2nd alarm struck at 0129 bringing in all WMTC off duty and South Windham cascade to the scene, South Windham engine to cover HQ and North Windham stand by in their Qtrs. Crews stretched two lines and vented the roof. They found fire in the B/C corner of the first floor with extension to second floor. Quick knockdown by Platoon 1

Mystic St Patricks Parade 03-20-11

A few photos from the Mystic parade.

More photos at Laddsphotos

Norwich, W/F 03-12-11

Norwich fire responded to 38 Laurel Hill Ave 05:50 and found fire on the first floor of a large two story home. The building was secured from the inside and forcible entry was required. The fire was knocked down in a short time. NFI

Pawcatuck, W/F 03-10-11

Pawcatuck fire deputy chief gave a working fire at 14:45 for 52 Mechanic St. Companies found an active fire in the attic area of the dwelling. The truck opened the roof area near the chimney to the rear of the house. The fire was extinguished in a short time.

Missing 13 year old Girl (FOUND SAFE)

FOUND SAFE

Thanks for all your help

More info click here

DOB: Jan 30, 1998Missing: Mar 20, 2011Height: 5'4" (163 cm)Eyes: Blue Race: White
Age Now: 13Sex: FemaleWeight: 120 lbs (54 kg)Hair: Blonde
Missing From:ORANGECTUnited States
Isabella was last seen at home, early on the morning of March 20, 2011. She was last seen wearing a light blue jacket and black rain boots.
ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD CONTACTNational Center for Missing & Exploited Children1-800-843-5678 (1-800-THE-LOST)
Orange County Police Department (Connecticut) 1-203-891-2130

E Thompson, 3rd Alarm 03-14-11

Around 12:30 East Thompson responded to 1147 Thompson Rd, for a garage fire the fire reached a 3rd alarm which consumed the Garage/Barn 30'x60' and extended to shed and the home. Companies from CT and MA responded for man-power and water supply. NFI

Test day with new Camera

Overnight I will be posting some test photos and Video with my new Nikon D-7000. Here is the first shots.