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Of interest … reader submission

Aug 31

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This from John Tobin:

Fire Apparatus and Equipment, August FDNY restoration article. Restore and Preserve – The 9/11 Restoration Story
 
This is pretty special to me personally. It has been truly heartwarming to have had as much help as I have received to enable me to something so special and unique.
 
When I was interviewed in New York in 2011, the reporter said that there were so many sad stories about 9/11, she was happy to report on a topic that wasn’t so heart-wrenching.

To see my mom’s picture used in the article really pulled at my heart strings, as she has been gone since 2007. My dad and many others taught me so my things in life, but my mother taught me to see things through (finish) to the very end and to do things with quality and integrity.

Thank you to all who helped see these restorations thru. 

 

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As seen around … Chicago

Aug 16

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From Steve Redick:

Caught a great series of images at the show this year. We seldom see these units in operation at real incidents because most occur “out of camera range”…these closeup photos really highlight the operation
#chicagoareafire.com; #boat; #helicopter; #ChicagoFD; #SteveRedick;

Steve Redick photo

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DuPage County Sheriff new Hazardous Device Response Vehicle (Bomb Squad)

May 5

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Excerpts from the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook:

DuPage County Sheriff’s Office Adds New Hazardous Device Response Vehicle Squad to Fleet
Today Undersheriff Moore along with the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office Hazardous Device Unit is proud to announce the arrival of our brand-new Hazardous Device Response Vehicle. This customized vehicle was picked up today and will be immediately be put into service to support critical incident response throughout the county.
 
Outfitted with advanced tools and technology, this vehicle enhances our ability to respond to suspicious packages, explosive devices, and other hazardous threats, keeping our residents and emergency personnel safer in high-risk situations. This addition represents our ongoing commitment to public safety and preparedness across DuPage County. We are grateful for the continued support from the County Board that allows us to equip our teams with the resources they need to protect and serve.
#chicagoareafire.com; #EOD; #BombSquad; #DuPageCountySheriffsOffice; #HazardousResponseVehicle;
 
#chicagoareafire.com; #EOD; #BombSquad; #DuPageCountySheriffsOffice; #HazardousResponseVehicle;

DuPage County Sheriff (IL) Bomb Disposal/EOD Unit

This custom bomb truck features a Freightliner M2 106 conventional cab chassis, Cummins 6.7L diesel engine and an Allison 2500EVS automatic transmission. The all aluminum body features curbside entry, Extreme Duty body storage compartments, and a 2,000lb. auto open/close rear liftgate to safely load gear and the customer’s bomb robot. We added an emergency lighting and siren package to the exterior as well as bright LED scene lighting. A custom fabricated center console has been added to house a communications radio and the siren controller. A 3-camera color backup system has also been added. Our exclusive Intel-I-Touch™ vehicle automation system has been added to simplify the setup of the vehicle.

Inside, there are two workstations, each with a spider base task chair. 32? display monitors have been added along with commercial grade aluminum gear storage cabinetry. A scanner has been installed on a slide out tray. Adjustable shelving is added for more gear storage. There is a galley with microwave, Keurig coffee maker and a small refrigerator for convenience. The rear area has storage for the robot, a flip down work surface and flip down seating for staff.

Additional features include: VersaTie tracking, blackout window curtains, magnetic surface dry erase white boards, (2) ducted low profile rooftop A/C units, 2 fans to circulate air in the bomb suit storage area, a direct discharge furnace and a 12kW liquid cooled generator for electric power generation.

#chicagoareafire.com; #EOD; #BombSquad; #DuPageCountySheriffsOffice; #HazardousResponseVehicle; #LDV;

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thanks Martin

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Of interest … firehouse slide

Apr 18

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This from Larry Shapiro:

I found this in a fire station in Texas, replacing a traditional pole. Firefighters there spoke of ankle injuries associated with sliding down the pole

#chicagoareafire.com; #larryshapiro; #larryshapiro.tumblr.com; #larryshapiroblog.com; #shapirophotography.net; #firehouse; #firestation; #slide; #pole;

Larry Shapiro photo

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Of interest … Backdraft (more)

Mar 24

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Found on Instagram

thanks again Dan

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Of interest … Backdraft

Mar 22

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Found on Instagram

thanks Dan

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2025 Chicago Auto Show

Feb 8

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From Asher Heimermann:

The 117th Annual Chicago Auto Show will run from Saturday, February 8th through Monday, February 17th at McCormick Place.
 
This year’s event includes vehicles on display from the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC), Chicago Police Department, Cook County Sheriff’s Department, Illinois State Police, Illinois Tollway, and the Secretary of State.
 
ComEd has two electric service trucks on display. The U.S. Army and U.S. Marines both have large interactive displays and activities.
 
NASCAR has a presence again this year with the official Chicago Street Race pace car on display and two other vehicles. Toyota has Cubs and Sox wrapped vehicles on exhibit.
 
Tuesday, February 11th is First Responders/Military Appreciation Day.  All police officers, EMTs, paramedics,  firefighters and U.S. Military veterans or active duty can visit an identified location at the event to show their badge or military ID for free entry. Guests that accompany them receive a voucher for $5 off an adult admission.
#chicagoareafire.com; #ChicagoAutoShow; #AsherHeimermann;

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Of interest … a prayer for firefighters

Jan 10

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From a reader in response to the devastation and fires in Southern California

#chicagoareafire.com; #prayer; #firefighters; #SarahTuttle-Singer;

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Of interest … camera equipment

Dec 4

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The following items are for sale from a contributor.

#chicagoareafire.com; #forsale; #Canon; #camera; #lens;

email the webmaster if you’re interested in more information

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Reader submission

Nov 19

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Hello

My name is Adrian and I would like to share my gratitude to you. I’m from a small town called Edgecumbe, which is in the North Island of New Zealand. I served 30 years as a Fire-Fighter in the Edgecumbe Volunteer Fire Brigade and retired holding the rank of Deputy Chief Fire Officer.
 
Whilst on holidays in the USA with my family we were visiting Chicago. While walking around the streets of Chicago, I/we were looking out for any Fire Houses. We came across Fire House – Engine 42. I was talking to one of the fire fighters and I asked him if there were any ceremonies with regards to 9/11. He said yes, that Engine 42 is the main place for that ceremony. He said that we were more than welcome to come along and watch.
 
The next day we arrived early and we were watching the setup for the ceremony. I was wearing my Edgecumbe Fire Brigade shirt that has our logo on the front and Fire Rescue on the back. I was also wearing a FDNY cap. 
 
A CFD Officer came up to me and said that I was more than welcome to join in and stand with the members of the Chicago Fire Department. I was blown away by this opportunity to stand side by side with them all. 
 
Then another CFD Officer came up to me and said stay here, don’t walk away. When he returned, he had Fire Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt to meet me. I do not remember the CDF Officers name but he did send a group photo via this mobile number xxx-2449
 
I was absolutely overwhelmed and honored to have been part of this ceremony and meeting the Fire Commissioner.
 
I would be happy for you to share my Memorial Tribute Photo if you wish to do so.
 
Kind Regards
Adrian Anderson
#chicagoareafire.com; #ChicagoFD; #9/11Ceremony;
 
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