Archive for April 28th, 2019

Of interest … Free Happy Hour for CFD Firefighters

Apr 28

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This from The Smith:

The Smith—River North’s newest restaurant. As part of our grand opening next week—we’d really love to extend an invitation to all members of the Chicago Fire Department – to come and enjoy a complimentary happy hour and check out our space! The happy hour is scheduled for Tuesday April 30th from 5PM-6:30PM. We will be offering free wine, beer, cocktails, and serving a variety of our cuisine for guests to sample. Supporting the Chicago community is a priority for the team at The Smith! We’d love the opportunity to take care of you and your colleagues!

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Box Alarm in the Rutland-Dundee Township FPD, 4-24-19

Apr 28

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Excerpts from the DailyHerald.com:

A 911 call came in before noon Wednesday at a business at 37W507 Big Timber Road, just west of Randall Road. Firefighters found a lot of fire in the attic of the one-story business, and flames later spread to the main level. The fire was under control by 2:30 p.m. Twelve departments assisted the Rutland-Dundee Township FPD. The cause of the fire , was electrical in nature and accidental. The loss is estimated at $1.5 million.

The 30-year-old, 9,000-square-foot building was destroyed, along with a skid-steer loader and a variety of construction tools.

Employees first noticed sparks coming from electrical wires both outside and inside the building, and got the power shut off within 10 minutes.

Michael Paige photoKellenberger Plumbing fire

Michael Paige photo

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Tags: fire scene photos, fire scene video, Kellenberger Plumbing fire, Michael Paige, Rutland Dundee Fire Department, Rutland Dundee Township Fire Protection District

New ambulance for South Elgin FPD

Apr 28

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From the Foster coach Sales Facebook page:

Brand new custom Horton conversion a Ford F550 chassis.

Foster Coach Sales photo

Foster Coach Sales photo

Foster Coach Sales photo

thanks Martin

Tags: ambulance on Ford F550 chassis, ambulance photos, Foster Coach Sales, Horton Type I ambulance, new ambulance for the South Elgin Fire District, South Elgin FD Ambulance 23

Of interest … Emergency!

Apr 28

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This from Steve Redick:

This was a big deal. The newly restored Rescue 51 made a nationwide tour and stopped at the Chicago Fire Academy. Too bad they had the barrier tape but very cool to see back on May 6, 2000.

Steve