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Self promotion, pride or underlying issues from others?
For us, it's always been about promoting the Fire Service as a whole as well as "The Brotherhood". We share the stories that explain why this is the best damn job in the world!
Read More »And the F.O.O.L.S showed up!
Again... NOT something that many of the Brothers and Sisters in attendance get to do on a regular basis. This was a unique opportunity for many of them and it was provided by Valley Of The FOOLS!
Read More »South Dakota to Indy! Where will The Fire Critic and I be next?
Just like last year, The Fire Critic and I will be having another "meet up". This year, we have teamed up with several other groups / organizations to make the event even bigger and better than last years! I know ... you don't know how that can be possible but TRUST ME .... you will NOT want to miss this event!! This year, we are calling it The 2014 Firefighter Turnout and you wont want to miss it!
Read More »Retirement…. you know when it’s time.
My dad has been retired from the job for several years now. I’ve been fortunate enough to see several good firemen make to retirement age and beyond. I’ve also seen a few that retired and passed soon after, never getting to reap the rewards of their labor. In a Face Book post yesterday, I mentioned some big news coming today. ...
Read More »Misplaced and/or Lost Trust? …
SO, I resigned my position that night. Bob Gard did as well. Rhett and Andrew stayed on because Shane promised some answers to the finances within two weeks. They (Rhett and Andrew) were our only remaining link to solving the puzzle of scam vs. poor management.
Read More »Off duty firefighter makes a grab at burning car crash!
Less than a minute after removing the victim, the car became heavily involved in fire and was soon fully involved. Without a doubt, Firefighter McKinney's actions along that roadside saved a life!
Read More »Staffing saves lives!
Shortly after his size up, Captain Perdue transmitted that he had multiple victims hanging out of windows (of the upper floors) and the hallway / stairwell heavily involved with fire.
Read More »Weekend Wrap up… Recruit class, FDNY, Fire Show and More.
Now, they have to learn the details. The details of every aspect of the job ... an ever changing job at that. They have to build upon the foundation gained in Recruit school. They have to learn to carry the dedication and enthusiasm they maintained while in Recruit School throughout an entire career.
Read More »Ask a Firefighter
Rhett and I get a LOT of questions from our followers who are seeking guidance and / or advise. For whatever reason, they feel "comfortable" enough with us to ask some of the questions they may not normally ask (especially to someone on their own Department etc).
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