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  Latest News From The
Rossford Firefighters
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All photos and video on this
site are copyright protected and cannot be used for private or public
use without written consent of the credited photographer. Photos are
posted to honor and recognize our firefighters along with other
firefighters and emergency response personnel that help us proudly
protect our community. They are not meant to disrespect, or to dishonor
any person or persons, be it a fellow emergency worker or civilian. We
realize that sometimes these photos may show harsh outcomes, but they
are useful as a resource for other emergency personnel to critique and
we apologize for any grief they may cause. To protect victim (s)
privacy, we will never show a face or other personal identifying
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Here is a graphic proof of the new to us, used ladder
truck the City is looking to purchase with Levy funds passed by voters
in 2009. The 1995 model will replace our 1978 unit.
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February 2010- Crews responded to I-75 for a boat on
fire on the expressway. Upon Chief 200's arrival a medium sized boat was
well involved. Units responding were Chief 200, RE-790 and E-794 crews
operated for about an hour due to extensive overhaul. For additional
photos click here.
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January 2010- Recently the Rescue Engine was featured
on
Firehouse.com Apparatus Showcase. As you can tell this beautiful
piece is always being reviewed by departments around the Country and was
also seen in the September 2009 issue of
Fire Apparatus Magazine as well.
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December 2009-after 1 call Christmas Eve, a double
shot Christmas day, and a 2 'fer on the 26th, crews were
dispatched to a well off car fire on I-75. Upon arrival of both Chiefs,
the vehicle had a good fire in the engine compartment spreading to the
passenger compartment. Lanes were secured so that RE-790 could operate
for 15 minutes on the extinguishment. For
some of the best 3 minutes and 42 second of textbook automobile
firefighting click on the photo below.*Due to file size and quality it
may take a few minutes to load. *** For additional still
images please click here.
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December 2009-Crews respond to a night time MVA. Upon
arrival crews were met with one person who had minor injuries. For
additional photos click here.
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Third graders from Glenwood School stopped by the
station and got the best tour a dime could buy. Seen here are Lt.
Hennessy and FF/EMT Newell showing off the rolling stock that protects
the City. For more pictures click
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Late December 2009- Web Browser: it may be time for a
new look here @ rossford firedot com. Remember you last eye exam ? Well
let us know what you think..................... this (current view) or
this. At
info@rossfordfire.com if we get enough votes we may try the new
site. |
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December 2009- The Rossford Firefighters Assn., held
their annual Christmas Party @ the local American Legion Post. There
were four Awards given out for some challenging calls. Seen below is the
2009 Firefighter of Year, Steve Vierk and his girlfriend Christie Kwolek,
and the RFRD Officers. More pictures coming !
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November 2009- Crews responded to an Auto Aid call
with Perrysburg Twp. and were found to arrive as the first due truck on
the first alarm, with heavy fire showing. Size up revealed an
attached garage with the house and full-size pick up truck as exposures.
For additional pictures please
click here.
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November 2009-The Thanksgiving holiday weekend kept
crews busy and late for dinner as they responded to an MVA on the Ohio
Turnpike. Upon arrive units found this to be an MCI involving 3 vehicles
and six patients all who sustained non-life threatening injuries. Mutual
aid was called from Perrysburg Twp. for 2 Life Squads and Lake Twp. EMS
for Medic 50.
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November 2009-Crews responded to multiple calls
including this MVA. Two patients were treated for minor injuries.
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If you heard about the
Flu Shot Clinic held @ the I.B.E.W. Hall please leave us your
feedback @
info@rossfordfire.com and let us know. For additional
photographs click
here.
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Congratulations to
PARAMEDICS Steve Vierk & Ryan Hennessey who both recently
passed their National Registry exams !!!!!!! GOOD JOB !!!!!!!
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Thanks voters, the
Levy passed 1401 to 884 !!! This much
needed renewal will allow for the replacement of the ladder truck which
will only enhance our ability to deliver the VERY BEST Fire and
Emergency Services to the Community !!!!!! THANK YOU
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October 2009- Crews responded to a 3 vehicle MVA with
5 total patients all with minor injuries. Crews were assisted by
Perrysburg Twp. Fire & Rescue who also got the call on the City's
border. For additional photos please click
here.
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For Pictures of the Pancake Breakfast and Engine
Dedication held on October 18th, 2009
please click on the picture below.
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Congratulations to LT. and Mrs. Alex Hennessey on the
birth of their first child, a daughter, Taegan Danielle Hennessy
!!!!!!!!! |
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September 2009-Crews "go back to school" for the
first fire drills of the 2009-10 School Year.
L to R-A/LT. A.Vascik, FF/EMT S. Vierk,
Asst.Chief Drouard, FF/EMT R. Dunnne, Chief Verbosky, FF/EMT C. Russell.
(Photo Credit: Rick Drouard) |
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September 2009- Crews were dispatched on a fire alarm
to the local parochial school. Upon arrival they were met with a smoke
condition in the office area. A working fire response was initiated with
a full Auto-Aid compliment due to the Maximum Hazard Occupancy. After some
difficulty, a fouled HVAC unit was the source of the smoke. Crews operated
for approximately 90 minutes. 200-Command, 201-"A" side, 100
Accountability, RE-790, T-791, M-793, U-806, E-801,PTFD -501. For
additional images click here.
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The Rescue Engine was featured recently on the
website
www.rescuetools.com .Check this, and many other
interesting rigs out ! |
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Here is a clip of the Rescue Engine arriving on the
scene of a night time MVA
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