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Hand lines did get the job done at this incident and they do the job at many others on a daily basis. So, are current firefighters getting overly dependent on these tools because they are usually so effective, versatile and maneuverable? The point being made by a few guys with lots of white and...

After much discussion on the 10-66 at Brooklyn Box 0270 earlier this week, it looks like TL-111 in its frequent role as a relocator has paid off once again, if you like fire duty. TL-111, acting TL107, was special called to this Second Alarm at Box 2017.

So, each new Engine is equipped with a deck gun, but "a rarity" that they are put into operation. Likewise, each new Ladder is equipped with a ladder pipe, but they are almost never used. Before Tower Ladders, deck guns and ladder pipes were the main stay of the FDNY for putting a lot of...

Nobody does it better than the FDNY in aggressively getting water on the fire and gaining control of an incident. This four alarm fire proves that. The FDNY has perfected the placement and use of Tower Ladders at large-scale, outside fires. But, ever once in a while, due to the size or...

As the functional CEO of the FDNY, the Commissioner either directed, or approved, the appointment of the new Chaplain. Time will tell if it was a wise appointment. Hopefully, the Chaplain has the ability to provide comfort and healing to members of the department during difficult times which...

Thanks for the feedback. As part of the Safety Command is DAC Leeb still in the rotation of DAC and AC to serve as City Wide Tour Commander? He seemed comfortable and well-suited to function in that role.

The discussion of the 5th Alarm 10-77 Box 3162, in the shadow of this Box 3161 and the video shot Tuesday by THEMAJESTIRIUM1, reminded me of the Featured Article in WNYF that detailed and summarized fire operations from the perspective of the City Wide Tour Commander, Frank Leeb. Leeb was...

What's the history behind these 20 Engine Companies retaining the 5th firefighter? Geographically, they are scattered across all five boroughs in diverse neighborhoods with different fire challenges. Their work-loads, runs and workers, is also diverse. Some are single unit houses, while others...