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Of interest … Pierce Manufacturing

From a reader:

Here is a photo of a banner and friends acknowledging Tom Smits retiring 3-8-2024 from Pierce after 42 years.

#chicagoareafire.com; #Pierce; #OshkoshFD; #TomSmits;

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Of interest … measles outbreak in Chicago

Excerpts from Fox32chicago.com:

Health authorities at the local, state, and federal levels are working in conjunction to manage the recent measles outbreak in Chicago as two new cases were announced on Thursday, bringing the total to 12 — six adults and six children. All but two cases were linked to the migrant shelter in Pilsen.

Illinois is among 17 states currently grappling with measles outbreaks. Experts say it’s due to declining vaccination rates and global migration.

Measles, a highly contagious respiratory infection, can linger in the air for up to two hours, with symptoms potentially appearing days after exposure. Health experts emphasize that the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine – required for school-age children in many states, including Illinois – offers the best protection against the virus.

Pregnant women and babies younger than 12 months should not receive the vaccine; however, those groups are also at highest risk of complications if they were to contract measles.

As cases rise, health experts and local officials say the general public shouldn’t panic. Still, doctors warn that additional measles cases should be expected.

Two of the city’s 12 cases are unrelated to the Halsted Street shelter in Pilsen. There, ten migrants have now contracted measles, and at least two of the children with measles attend Chicago Public Schools. One attends Philip D. Armour Elementary School in Bridgeport, and another is a student at Cooper Dual Language Elementary Academy near 19th and Paulina streets.

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Of interest … Lucas Knudsen

The passing of a longtime Chicagoareafire.com reader

Lucas Knudsen

 

Lucas Knudsen, age 31, of Western Springs. Beloved son of Derrick (Maria) Knudsen and Debbie (Timothy Metzger) Knudsen; grandson of Judith Knudsen, nee Boucek, Roger Knudsen and the late Lois Deno, nee Murray; brother of Jacob Metzger and Emily Metzger; step brother of Matt Metzger, Sarah Metzger and Andrew Metzger; nephew of Denise (Michael) Grazian and Dawn Kannon; cousin Maren Wiseheart, Taryn Kannon, Carter Kannon and Mason Kannon.

Proud and Dedicated Member of The Hillside Emergency Service.

Visitation Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 2 P.M. to 6 P.M. at Hitzeman Funeral Home, Ltd., 9445 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513.

Lucas will Lie in State on Monday, March 11, 2024 from 10 A.M. to time of Service 11 A.M. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, corner of Park and Grant, Brookfield, IL 60513.
Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Forest Park.

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials Appreciated to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, P.O. Drawer 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

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A request for information

This from Wayne Mutza:

I’m working on a book devoted to “Big Water” apparatus, to include high volume, high pressure rigs, tenders, hose wagons with monitors, etc. Can anyone ID this Cicero engine, especially year, make and GPM? The year 1967 is written on the back. Thank you. I hope you have seen my book covering the history of Milwaukee apparatus, by McFarland Publishing.
#chicagoareafire.com; #vintage; #FireTruck; #CiceroFD; #historic;

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As seen around …

From Jimmy Bolf:

Former Mess Canteen
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Jimmy Bolf photo

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Jimmy Bolf photo

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Jimmy Bolf photo

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Jimmy Bolf photo

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Jimmy Bolf photo

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A request from overseas …

Dear colleagues,

I am reaching out to you with a request to forward this message to the surrounding fire departments. Perhaps you could help us.

A year ago, firefighters from the Hamburg Fire Department – Germany ran the Chicago Marathon.

At the same time we visited some fire stations in Chicago because Hamburg and Chicago are Sister cities.

This year we are running the Chicago Marathon again but this year we are ten colleagues. We are still looking for accommodation between October 6th and 12th, 2023.

So, I would like inquire if you, your colleagues or families can provide private accommodations close to Chicago for this time.

All supporters are cordially invited to the great “Hamburg-Chicago” pasta party on the 7th of October.

For more details, please send an email to:

dietrichstegert@icloud.com

Thank you very much for your help and support.

Regards

Jürgen Schmidt

Deputy station commander

Hamburg Fire Department

Fire & Rescue Station 11

Fireboats & Water-Rescue

Admiralitätsstraße 54

Germany – 20459 Hamburg

#chicagoareafire.com; #HamburgFD; #ChicagoMarathon; #firefighters;

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Request for information …

I am curious about a type of unit operated by the Chicago Fire Dept.  They are designated as rescue companies and consist of two trucks.  One of the trucks carries a 55′ aerial platform.  Why are there two trucks?  Why does a rescue carry an aerial platform?  What type of equipment does each truck carry?  Does the CFD also operate “normal” type rescues?

Robert Barrows
Hartford, CT

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Skokie Police Department news

Excerpts from abc7chicago.com:

The heroic efforts of two Skokie police officers were captured by bodycam footage when officers Alfonso Hernandez and Rogelio Cantu worked earlier this month to resuscitate an infant near the 8100 block of North Keating.

The officers’ biggest fear did not stop them from giving chest compressions in just minutes, soon leading to tears from the infant.

Officers said the infant is continuing to do well.

 

thanks Rob

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Of interest … Chicago Fire Department

From Douglas Duncan

#chicagoareafire.com; #ChicagoFD; #Douglas Duncan; #firetrucks; #firegihters; #firestation;

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Reader submission

Hello, 
My fire department is looking to donate a used set of dumbbells to a department who may need them. They are in a set from 5lb’s to 45lb’s. There is also a rack included. They are well used but are still functional. I would like to see them go to a new home rather than throw them away.
 
If anyone is interested and would like some more information, please feel free to contact me at stefanilbfd@gmail.com
 
Thank you. 
 

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