First due areas
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Smallest Battalion is probably BC2
The same would hold true for Eng 163 & Lad 83 heading south prior to the establishment of Eng's 154, 165, 166, 167, & 168 along with Lad's 85, 86, & 87.
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Even today 163/83 have a large first due area.
In relation to the response area discussion, I have a question...
In my department, we carry map books for our first due area and all companies that border our district. In addition, we have a "transfer" map book in the station watch office for a fill-in/relocator/transfer company to use/carry while covering. Our maps have all first due streets and pertinent info for buildings and hazards in our area. The regular assigned crews know the area but there are days where the entire Engine/Ladder crew is off. Our maps provide valuable resource for covering FF's and Officers. How does the FDNY handle this issue? Do companies carry detailed maps in their rigs? Maps on MDT? With a city a vast as NYC, it's near impossible to know every street, alley, goat path, rabbit hole and interrupted blocks. So, hypothetically, If Engine 253 relocates to E168, How do they reference the area for basic information and navigation while there?
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In my department, we carry map books for our first due area and all companies that border our district. In addition, we have a "transfer" map book in the station watch office for a fill-in/relocator/transfer company to use/carry while covering. Our maps have all first due streets and pertinent info for buildings and hazards in our area. The regular assigned crews know the area but there are days where the entire Engine/Ladder crew is off. Our maps provide valuable resource for covering FF's and Officers. How does the FDNY handle this issue? Do companies carry detailed maps in their rigs? Maps on MDT? With a city a vast as NYC, it's near impossible to know every street, alley, goat path, rabbit hole and interrupted blocks. So, hypothetically, If Engine 253 relocates to E168, How do they reference the area for basic information and navigation while there?
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Just curious but how large is City Island, E-70/L53? I know it does not come close to the other areas mentioned.
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Not large at all. About 1.5 miles long by .5 mile wide.
Just like every other company in the city or anywhere, except maybe Engine 328.
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Roofman Im sure i read recently (not sure if on here or on social media) that there used to be relocator cards which gave relocating companies information on boxes for the company they related to
The officers were responsible for keeping those cards up to date
They may not be a thing anymore with the fact you have cell phones and sat nav in Engines and Trucks and you can call up the Dispatcher for CIDS info
The Big difference here is the second Due companies are coming in from a distance. Gotta make that first push a good one.
All the MDTs have GPS which automatically starts when a job is assigned. Usually they're not used but handy in a pinch like you are describing.