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Working Incidents and Announcements |
| Joint Training Exercise Held With Washington Hospital Center |
May 30 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
A joint training exercise was conducted at the DC FEMS Training Academy on May 30, 2008.
Members of the DC Fire and EMS Department worked with staff from the Washington Hospital Center to be able to effectively coordinate operations involving injured firefighters from the rescue to transport of the individuals.
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| Multi-Car Accident On Mass.Ave at N.Capitol Street |
May 29 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
Two people were injured in a multi car accident on Massachusetts Avenue near North Capital Street N.W. at noon time Thursday, May 29th.
A rescue assignment was dispatched for a report of people trapped. Units arrived to find a car and cab that had colllided, sending one of the vehicles crashing into a parked car.
Although there was no entrapment, the drivers of the two striking vehicles were hurt, and had to be transported to area hospitals.
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| Three More Retirement Celebrations |
May 30 , 2008 by Various Contributors
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| Three Car Accident Hospitalizes Five |
May 23 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Units responded at 7:18 PM last Friday evening to the 2300 Block of Southern Avenue South East (5/23) for what was a tremendous motor vehicle accident with one reportedly ejected and another person trapped.
DC and Prince George's County both sent MVA rescue assisgnments to the location. Firefighters located a three-car accident with at least one person trapped. Utilizing resources from both locations - command was established as firefighters and medics went to work treating the injured.
In all, five people, including two children, were extricated and transported. Two adults, an infant, and a six-year-old boy were medevaced to MedStar, while an adult male was transported by ambulance to Prince George's Hospital Center. MPD and PG Police were investigating the cause of the crash.
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| Roof Top Fire in North West |
May 27 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
A small fire on a West End neighborhood rooftop drew quite a bit of attention Tuesday afternoon, May 27.
A spate of 911 calls to the Office of Unified Communications indicated something burning atop a structure in the vicinity of 21st and New Hampshire Avenues N.W. Several different addresses were received.
Box alarm companies arrived to find smoke showing from atop a hi-rise apartment building at 2150 New Hampshire Avenue N.W. Firefighters trekked to the rooftop to find workers who had set the roofing deck ablaze.
The flames were quickly extinguished.
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| Kitchen Fire in South East |
May 26 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
The third blaze to interrupt Washington's Memorial Day holiday struck across the Anacostia River in the late afternoon of May 26th.
A box alarm arrived around 4:40 PM to find smoke showing from a two story apartment building at 2201 Q Street S.E. Firefighters made quick entry and found a kitchen involved on the top floor of the occupied structure.
A working fire dispatch was sounded as an interior attack commenced and searches were made. The flames were confined to the room of origin and all occupants safely escaped
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| Flames Strike High Rise Under Construction Near Nationals Stadium |
May 26 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
Memorial day remained busy for D.C. firefighters, as flames struck a high rise building under construction near Nationals Stadium during an afternoon ball game.
The ball park stands were full as units were dispatched to #50 M Street S.E. for fire in a 14 story structure. Companies arrived to find a large debris pile burning at the base of a disposal chute, with fire extending upwards.
A working fire dispatch was sounded as handlines attacked the blaze and firefighters searched the floors above for possible extension.
Although there was smoke on several floors above, the fire did not extend inside, and was quickly declared under control
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| Early Morning Blaze in Shaw Neighborhood |
May 26 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
D.C. firefighters battled a dawn blaze that damaged a home in the Shaw neighborhood on Memorial Day morning, May 26th.
The fire was on the second floor of a two story row dwelling at 113 Thomas Street N.W., and erupted around 6:15 AM.
A working fire dispatch was sounded before the incident could be brought under control. Searches of the home proved negative.
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| Images From EMS Week 2008 Kickoff |
May 20, 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Hall of famer Darryl Green visited Engine 2 just before his participation in EMS Week activities on the Capitol on Monday, May 19th.
The former Redskins star met Chief Rubin and some members of the firehouse before speaking at the kickoff ceremony at North Senate Park. Also participating in the events Monday were Chief Rubin, Medical Director Michael Williams, DC EMS Greg Blalock, City Administrator Dan Tangherlini and a host of EMS professionals.
EMS Week is also featuring DC Fire & EMS health professionals hosting blood press and glucose checks at Metro stations and other aeas across the city all week.
The event was also attended by Malika Robertson and her five-month-old son Mahkel, who was born premature and with no respirations last December. Members of Engines 27 and 30 and Medic 27 were able to restore respirations to Mahkel, who is perfectly healthy now.
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| Images From Conspicuous Service Awards Ceremony |
May 20, 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
More than 180 Fire & EMS personnel received Life Saver, Bronze Bar and other commendations at Tuesday's Conspicuous Service Awards Ceremony, held at the National Building Museum downtown.
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Retirement Reunion Changes Locations |
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Red Knights Motorcycle Club Event to Welcome Bikers From Around The Nation, Saturday May 24, 2008 |
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Power Point Presentation of Awards Ceremony |
May 20, 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO |
DC Fire and EMS Conspicuous Service Awards Ceremony Set For Tuesday May 20th at 1100 |
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**Important Notice All Times Are 8:00AM To 10:00AM**
Important Message From Local 36 Regarding Dental Benefits |
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| Man Falls Into The C&O Canal and Is Unharmed |
May 17, 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
A man who fell into the C&O canal in Georgetown was able to escape unscathed on Saturday night, May 17th.
A water rescue assignment was dispatched to the canal in the vicinity of 30th Street N.W. for a report of a person fallen into the water. As units began their search, bystanders reported that the individual had pulled himself from the canal and was headed towards M Street.
Car 100, the video unit, who was in the area when the call was received, followed a wet trail and found the soaked man at a bus stop. The individual had no apparent injuries, but was evaluated by Medic 21. He claimed he was not aware the canal was there
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| THE BATTALION-THE SERIES-24 hrs with DC Fire and EMS |
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| SUV Crashes Into Upper NorthWest Retirement Home |
May 18 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
Employees and residents of a senior citizens assisted care facility had to be evacuated after a car struck their building on Saturday night, May 17th.
Firefighters responding on a cave-in assignment around 9pm found an SUV that had accidently crashed into one wing of the complex at 5901 McArthur Boulevard N.W. There was a large crack in an outside wall and additional damage to an interior room.
Unsure of the building's structural integrity, first arriving companies began to remove occupants from the affected wing until the arrival of the cave-in task force.
Upon further evaluation, it was determined that the wall was not load bearing and the damage, although significant in appearance, was largely superficial. There were no injuries resulting from this incident
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| Last Night For Special Ops. Battalion Chief Damian Wilk |
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| EMS Week Kickoff Starting May 19th to Feature Former Redskin Player and Hall of Famer, Darrell Green |
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| Three Rescued From House Fire In N.W. |
May 16 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Around 8:30 PM last evening, firefighters were called to the 3800 Block of Newark Street N.W. Firefighters arrived to find a fire on the ground floor producing heavy smoke conditions throughout the entire building.
Firefighters were able to use ground ladders to rescue 3 people from the upper floors. 6 people total were transported to the hospital for observation.
Damage is estimated at around $60,000. The fire was determined to be caused by an overloaded extension cord on the ground floor.
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| Firefighter Eric Waddy of Rescue Squad 1 Promotion Dinner |
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| Sneak Peak At The New Engine 30 and Truck 16 |
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| Auto Fire Inbound On The 14th Street Bridge |
May 10 , 2008 by Vito Maggiolo
Traffic was brought to an abrupt halt on the inbound 14th Street bridge as D.C. firefighters battled a car fire on Saturday, May 10th.
Engine 13, dispatched on the early afternoon call, arrived to find a fully engulfed vehicle just prior to the Maine avenue SW exit. It took approximately 20 minutes to extinguish the fire and overhaul the gutted car.
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| Message To The Department |
MESSAGE TO THE DEPARTMENT
FIREFIGHTER KENNETH WELLS (E-30-3) WHO RECEIVED INJURIES ON THE FIREGROUND AT 417 37TH PLACE, S.E. ON MAY 9, 2008 IS AT HOME RESTING COMFORTABLY. THE DEPARTMENT WISHES HIM THE BEST.
2ND MESSAGE
On behalf of Battalion Fire Chief Faulkner and his family they want to extend their appreciation for the concerns and outreach by the many members of the department. Battalion Fire Chief Faulkner’s son has improved; he has spoken to family members. It will be long road to recovery, please keep the Faulkner family in your thoughts and prayers.
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| SO-2008-32 Personnel Actions |
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| Water Rescue Turns Into A Recovery |
May 9 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Units responded at 11:42 AM for the report of one in the water - on the property of the Navy Yard, 6th & M Streets, Southeast.
First arriving units encountered witnesses who said a man jumped in the channel that comes off the Anacostia River into the Navy Yard. A surface search produced no visual of the man. His hat was located at the point where he went into the water.
Metropolitan Police divers responded and, in conjunction with Fire & EMS rescue personnel, conducted a comprehensive search of the area. After two hours of searching the area with no results, a cadaver dog from Fairfax County was utilized over the surface of the water. After only a few moments, the dog alerted on an area over which the victim was eventually found.
The body was recovered and turned over to police. An investigation into the incident remains open.
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| Basement Fire 123 Hamilton Street N.W. |
May 9 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Dispatched at 1:32 PM, first responders found smoke showing in the area - and fire in the basement of a two story rowhouse. A fast interior attack knocked the fire down within minutes with no injury to either firefighter or civilian. The cause remains under investigation. |
| Audio From E-25 Water Rescue |
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| May 8th, by Alan Etter DCFD PIO |
| Wtop News Website |
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| Official DCFD 2009 56th Inaugural Badge Order Form |
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| Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure Slated For June 7th. DC Fire and EMS Team Information |
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| Heavy Fire Showing From The Rear |
May 3 , 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
Just after 7:00 PM, units responded for the 4100 block of Fessenden Street in Tenleytown for the report of a house on fire.
First arriving firefighters found heavy fire showing from the rear of the two-story wood frame home. The back porch was completely engulfed, and it was evident that fire had extended to the interior of the building on both the first and second floors.
An aggressive interior attack extinguished the fire on the inside of the house, while firefighters working on the exterior also brought that portion of the fire under control quickly.
Witnesses reported hearing explosions, which may have been propane tanks on a grill venting. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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| Technical Rescue On Howard University Campus |
May 3, 2008 by Alan Etter DCFD PIO
A 59-year-old painter was rescued by Fire & EMS personnel today after he fell through a metal grate into the basement of a building on the Campus of Howard University.
The man was painting the exterior of Founders Librarary in the 500 block of Howard Place, Northwest, when the grate on which he was standing collapsed, and he fell approximately 25 feet into a concrete containment area which measured about 6 feet by 20 feet.
Rescue Squads One and Two combined through a Special Operations Command to reach the victim, stabilize him, and pull him to the surface using technical rescue techniques, ropes and pulleys.
Complicating the operation was the fact that the man weighs in excess of 300 pounds and that the area into which he fell was very small and movement was limited. Firefighters were able to secure the man onto a flexible stretcher and raise him head first out of the hole, where he was treated by medics and quickly transported.
The cause of the accident was being investigated by Howard University officials.
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| Team Slots Still Available For Fallen Firefighters Memorial Golf Tournament |
Team slots and sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 2nd Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Golf Tournament to be held on June 9, 2008.
Check out the website for further information. http://golf.firehero.org/va/fairfax/ |
| Additional Information Regarding Engine 17's House Naming Ceremony In Memory of Jackson H. Gerhart |
On Saturday, June 7th, 2008 at 1300 hours, the Quarters of Engine Company 17, District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department will be named in honor of Jackson H. Gerhart, the longest standing Wagon Driver of the Company.
The Officers and Members of Engine Company 17 respectfully request your presence for the dedication of the building and the unveiling of the commemorative plaque by the Gerhart Family at this auspicious occasion.
You are requested to RSVP to the following address if you are able to attend the event: gerhartrsvp@dcfd17engine.com
Click Here to visit Engine 17's website for further information |
| Engine Co.17 Quarters to be Named, The Jackson H. Gerhart House |
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| Emerald Society Golf Tournament Slated For June 12th |
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