Showing posts with label Fire Safety. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fire Safety. Show all posts

Monday, January 14, 2019

Slain Davis police officer Natalie Corona


Slain Davis police officer Natalie Corona

Wow – so sad: “… but authorities say Limbaugh walked up to a traffic accident that Corona was called to and started shooting at her patrol car, a fire truck and a minivan…”

I guess this reinforces our training about safety perimeters. According to ODMP: “As Officer Corona was conducting an investigation at the collision scene a person not involved with the crashed rode up to the scene on a bicycle. As Officer Corona spoke to one of the persons involved in the crash the man then walked up to her and opened fire without warning, striking her. He shot her several more times after she fell to the ground before shooting randomly at others bystanders and vehicles…”


The story behind this image of slain Davis police officer Natalie Corona

DAVIS, Calif. (KTVU) - In the image, she's wearing a royal blue gown, carrying a black-striped American flag with a thin blue line streaked across it.

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It's this compelling photograph of slain Davis police officer Natalie Corona that circulated throughout the country on Friday, hours after the 22-year-old was shot to death by a suspect identified on Saturday as Kevin Douglas Limbaugh, 48.

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"I would like this photograph to serve as my gratitude for all those law enforcement men and women who have served, who are currently serving, and those who have died in the line of duty protecting our liberties in this great country," Corona wrote on her Facebook page on Oct. 21, 2016. She used the hashtags: #LawEnforcement #Blueline #Thankyou #Lausphotography.

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Corona's father, Jose Merced Corona, spent 26 years as a Colusa County Sheriff's sergeant before retiring and getting elected to the county's Board of Supervisors last November. Her mother is a first-grade teacher, and two cousins are also in law enforcement, Gomez said.

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She grew up in a tight-knit family in the Northern California town of Arbuckle. The family had emigrated from Mexico a few generations ago and had become established members of their community.




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Wednesday, September 12, 2018

Westminster Fire Dept. Open House Oct. 13, 2018



September 12, 2018

By Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 Chaplain and PIO Kevin Dayhoff, kevindayhoff@gmail.com  

Save the date: The Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 will host a public education, safety, and recruitment open house on October 13, 2018 from 12 to 5 p.m. More information to come…

Stop, drop, and roll on over to the fire department for a fun-filled day: Chick-fil-a sandwiches; Firehouse Subs; drinks; Activities for children; Junior Fire Fighter Obstacle Course; Fire Prevention; Health Department Booth; Museum Tours with antique fire equipment; …And much more!!
Westminster Fire Dept. 28 John Street, Westminster, MD 21157

When: Saturday, October 13th, 2018 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information call 410-848-1800




The Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. 1, is dedicated to providing quality Emergency Services to our community through the combined team efforts of our members, the local government organizations, and the citizens of our community to enhance our ability to protect life, property, and the environment.
http://www.westminstervfd.org/2018/09/12/westminster-open-house-oct-13/
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Saturday, March 25, 2017

Westminster Vol. Fire Dept. and the Westminster Police Auxiliary at KIDZPO at Grace Lutheran Church


Westminster Volunteer Fire Dept. and the Westminster Police Auxiliary at the Third Annual KIDZPO at Grace Lutheran Church Sat March 25, 2017 21 Carroll Street, Carroll County Westminster MD. Kevin Dayhoff and Caroline Babylon

#Dayhoffphotoblog, #POD, Fire CC Depts 03 Westminster, Fire Safety, Religion Grace Lutheran Church, Religion Grace Lutheran Church #Dayhoffphotoblog, 

Westminster Vol. Fire Dept. Treasurer Caroline Babylon leads a number of children in a 'stop, drop, and roll' demonstration


Westminster Vol. Fire Dept. Treasurer Caroline Babylon leads a number of children in a 'stop, drop, and roll' demonstration for the safety and fire prevention program at the Third Annual KIDZPO at Grace Lutheran Church Sat March 25, 2017 21 Carroll St Westminster MD. 

Westminster Police Auxiliary members Ken Carlisle and Larry Myers, and WFD Chaplain Kevin Dayhoff assisted, but did not demonstrate the dropping and rolling portion of the demonstration. Just saying. But I am betting that the WFD Secretary and Fire Prevention Chair Jamie Petry or WFD Fundraising Chair Brenda Roper would have demonstrated the drop and roll well. 

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

Thinking of Guy Garheart while watching "Emergency" with Mom


Thinking of Guy Garheart while watching "Emergency" with Mom. "Roger that Rampart. Squad 51 calling Rampart. 10-4 Rampart" 7Mar2017. Mom watches it every day out of respect to Uncle Wilbur, who volunteered for The Westminster Vol. Fire Dept. for perhaps 60 years. I am trying to figure out which character is playing Guy... Or Max, Kim, or Jason

Monday, January 11, 2016

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation


Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is dedicated to improving the life-saving capabilities and the lives of local heroes and their communities. http://www.FirehouseSubs.com/Foundation Firehouse Subs Public Safety on Twitter: @savinglives Facebook: Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation https://www.facebook.com/FirehouseSubsFoundation/timeline

Fire, Fire CC Depts, Firefighters, Firefighters EMS, Fire Safety, Fire prevention, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, Restaurants, Restaurants Firehouse Subs, Restaurants Westminster, Restaurants Carroll County, 
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Thursday, December 24, 2015

Incredible Speed of a Live Christmas Tree Fire - PSA Video


Incredible Speed of a Live Christmas tree Fire

Uploaded on Dec 15, 2007 - Incredible Speed of a Live
Christmas tree Fire - PSA Video. PSA showing the incredible speed of a live
Christmas tree fire. Fire spreads up the tree and gushes across the ceiling,
setting the rest of the room ablaze. Smoke engulfs the frame from the top down
until all is black. It's a real eye-opener as to the dangers of a short in a
string of Christmas lights. Creative Commons license: Public Domain https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2dNN2waoSw


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See also - Kevin Earl Dayhoff Art www.kevindayhoff.com: Travel, art, artists, authors, books, newspapers, media, writers and writing, journalists and journalism, reporters and reporting, music, culture, opera... Ad maiorem Dei gloriam inque hominum salutem. “Deadline U.S.A.” 1952. Ed Hutcheson: “That's the press, baby. The press! And there's nothing you can do about it. Nothing!” - See more at: http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/#sthash.4HNLwtfd.dpuf
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Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Michel Elben Carroll County Times reports: Westminster apartment fire put out quickly; none hurt


 
Carroll County Times http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/

Monday, September 14, 2015

Westminster apartment fire put out quickly; none hurt

No one was hurt in an apartment fire that was-controlled in a matter of minutes Sunday evening in Westminster, according to Kevin Dayhoff, Westminster Fire Department’s public information officer.

The fire began in the 200 block of E. Main St. in Westminster around 6:01 p.m.  According to Dayhoff, Westminster Fire Department responded to the building after a fire alarm was activated; first responders saw smoke and made entry.

Dayhoff said firefighters found moderate smoke and extinguished a fire in the first apartment at 6:29 p.m. Units from Pleasant Valley; New Windsor and Baltimore County fire departments as well as the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and Westminster Police Department assisted.

According to Dayhoff, the fire remains under investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office.

Michel Elben


Carroll County Times http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/

Westminster Fire Dept incident reports:



https://www.scribd.com/doc/282227441/Fire-in-the-200-block-of-E-Main-St-in-Westminster-on-Sunday-evening-September-13-2015



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Saturday, July 4, 2015

Two sent to Carroll Hospital after Westminster kitchen fire - By Jon Kelvey Carroll County Times

Two sent to Carroll Hospital after Westminster kitchen fire - By Jon Kelvey Carroll County Times - http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/ph-cc-pennsylvania-ave-house-fire-20150702-story.html




Two sent to Carroll Hospital after Westminster kitchen fire

By Jon Kelvey Carroll County Times
July 2, 2015 6:15


Westminster people were hospitalized with potentially life-threatening injuries Thursday evening after a kitchen fire in the 200 block of Pennsylvania Avenue in Westminster, according to a Westminster fire company spokesman.



See also related: WESTMINSTER FIRE ENGINE and HOSE COMPANY No. 1
Kitchen fire and rescue 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster
Thursday, July 2, 2015

DATE: July 2, 2015 208 Pennsylvania Avenue apartment fire – 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster



DISPATCH TIME: 17:11 (5:11 p.m.)

LOCATION: 208 Pennsylvania Avenue - 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster

INCIDENT Classification:  FIRE SUPPRESSION - EMS/RESCUE

INCIDENT DESCRIPTION: At 5:11 p.m. Carroll County firefighters and EMS personnel were dispatched to a report of a building fire in 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster - BOX:0331 DUE:E31 E91 E61 E101 RS9 TO3 T2 X37 CS6

The emergency response was quickly upgraded in response to a report that individuals were trapped in the fire.


In addition to units from the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1, firefighters and EMS personnel and multiple emergency response units of Carroll County volunteer fire companies 6, 9, 10, 2 and 4 responded: 6 – Pleasant Valley, 9 – Reese, 10 – New Windsor, and 4 – Manchester.
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Kitchen fire and rescue 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster Thursday, July 2, 2015


WESTMINSTER FIRE ENGINE and HOSE COMPANY No. 1
Kitchen fire and rescue 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster
Thursday, July 2, 2015

DATE: July 2, 2015 208 Pennsylvania Avenue apartment fire – 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster
DISPATCH TIME: 17:11 (5:11 p.m.)

LOCATION: 208 Pennsylvania Avenue - 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster

INCIDENT Classification:  FIRE SUPPRESSION - EMS/RESCUE

INCIDENT DESCRIPTION: At 5:11 p.m. Carroll County firefighters and EMS personnel were dispatched to a report of a building fire in 200 block Pennsylvania Avenue, Westminster - BOX:0331 DUE:E31 E91 E61 E101 RS9 TO3 T2 X37 CS6

The emergency response was quickly upgraded in response to a report that individuals were trapped in the fire.

In addition to units from the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1, firefighters and EMS personnel and multiple emergency response units of Carroll County volunteer fire companies 6, 9, 10, 2 and 4 responded: 6 – Pleasant Valley, 9 – Reese, 10 – New Windsor, and 4 – Manchester.

INITIAL ON-SCENE UNIT, Initial Findings, and ACTIONS TAKEN: Westminster first arrived on the scene at 5:18 with Engine 33. Westminster assistant chief Jim Starry in command.

Upon arrival, smoke was evident from the first floor of what appeared to be a structure divided into two apartments, one on the first floor and a second apartment on the second floor.

The emergency responders from Westminster quickly identified one individual inside the structure and one individual outside that appeared to be not moving, perhaps unconscious.

Maryland State Police aviation units were requested.

Westminster firefighters rescued an unresponsive woman from the first floor and located and responded to an unresponsive male outside the dwelling.

Other than suffering from smoke inhalation, the condition of the woman was unknown. Both the male and the female were transported to Carroll Hospital.

Maryland Senior Deputy State Fire Marshall Bruce D. Bouch later reported that both individuals were treated and released from Carroll Hospital.

The fire was declared under control in a short period of time after some quick action by Westminster firefighters which quickly prevented the fire from spreading.

Units remained on the scene for about an hour. Firefighters reported that the fire may have originated in the kitchen. The source of the fire appeared to be two pots on the stove with the burners turned-on high. Firefighters turned-off the burners and ventilated the apartment.

At present, there are no reports of any emergency responders injured in the response.

In addition to Carroll County firefighters, and an initial dispatch of Maryland State Police aviation – which was subsequently terminated when it was determined that the individuals could be transported by ambulance to Carroll Hospital; officers from the Westminster city police responded as well as personnel from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, and the Maryland State Fire Marshalls Office.

According to Deputy Fire Marshall Bruce D. Bouch, investigators have made a preliminary determination that the fire was accidental as a result of unattended cooking on the stove in the kitchen.

Bouch further cautioned that folks ought to always stay in the kitchen while cooking. “If you have to leave the kitchen, turn the stove off,” reminded Bouch.

The incident and the fire remains under the joint investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office.

Report filed by Westminster Volunteer Fire Department public information officer Chaplain Kevin E. Dayhoff. The Westminster Volunteer Fire Department may be reached at (410) 848-1800. 
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Related: 

Two sent to Carroll Hospital after Westminster kitchen fire

By Jon Kelvey Carroll County Times
July 2, 2015 6:15


Westminster people were hospitalized with potentially life-threatening injuries Thursday evening after a kitchen fire in the 200 block of Pennsylvania Avenue in Westminster, according to a Westminster fire company spokesman.


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Friday, January 16, 2015

First Female Regional Commander Takes Charge of the Upper Eastern Regional Office of the State Fire Marshal

First Female Regional Commander Takes Charge of the Upper Eastern Regional Office of the State Fire Marshal

January 14, 2015

According to the Office of the State Fire Marshal:

The Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal is pleased to announce the appointment of Caryn L. McMahon, to the position of Deputy Chief State Fire Marshal. She has been assigned to the Upper Eastern Regional Office (UERO) located in Easton, Maryland. The office is responsible for fire investigations, inspections, plans reviews and community outreach for Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot Counties.

Chief McMahon was raised in Southern Maryland and graduated from Thomas Stone High School in 2003. McMahon remains an active member of Hughesville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad since joining in September 2002, where she has previously held the offices of Sergeant to Assistant EMS Chief. McMahon first came to the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) as a College Intern in the summer of 2006.

While she worked through the summer, she exhibited an enthusiastic interest for the investigative field. McMahon graduated the following semester from Methodist University in North Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology as Magna Cum Laude. She was later hired by the OSFM as a Special Assistant Deputy Fire Marshal in January 2007 to perform contractual daycare inspections. She worked in that position while she pursued a sworn Deputy Fire Marshal position until she was hired in November 2007.

She graduated from Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy in May 2008. She has investigated and assisted with the investigations of hundreds of fires. McMahon's success has led to many arrests and convictions throughout Southern Maryland. McMahon has been nominated for Deputy Fire Marshal of the Year three times regionally, and was recognized as the State Deputy Fire Marshal of the Year in 2011. In 2011, McMahon was also selected for the Exceptional Police Performance Award by the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association.

When not devoting her time to fire investigations, prevention and awareness, McMahon is involved with Hughesville Little League Softball, where she has coached and coordinated with the league for over five years. She is also an active parishioner at St. Mary's Catholic Church of Bryantown, where she grew up in faith. McMahon and her husband, Daniel, have two wonderful children and continue to reside in Southern Maryland.

Chief McMahon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her new position and will be a valuable asset to the command team and the agency, stated State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci. Please join us in congratulating Deputy Chief State Fire Marshal Caryn McMahon on her new position within our agency.

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Monday, January 5, 2015

Jan. 6, 2003 Sean Barry Frederick Md News-Post: Braddock Heights Volunteer Fire Co accident in the snow

This Day in History - - Jan. 6, 2003 Sean Barry Frederick Md News-Post: Braddock Heights Volunteer Fire Co accident in the snow

Fire truck hits, injures man By Sean Barry News-Post Staff January 6th, 2003

BRADDOCK HEIGHTS -- A fire engine slid down a steep, snowy road Sunday, striking and critically injuring a pedestrian before rolling over and injuring three firefighters, police said.

John Main, 44, of Middletown, had gotten out of his car to help another motorist when he was hit by Braddock Heights Volunteer Fire Co.'s Engine 121, according to the Frederick County Sheriff's Office.

Mr. Main was listed in critical condition Sunday night at Washington County Hospital, Hagerstown. The firefighters had lesser injuries.

The accident occurred about 10:25 a.m. when the engine slid down Old Swimming Pool Road near South Clifton Road as the crew was responding to a two-car crash, sheriff's Sgt. Tom Winebrenner said.

The cars were blocking the roadway, and the engine failed to stop because of the steep grade and the snowy conditions, Sgt. Winebrenner said.

The engine, a 1992 Grumman with its lights and siren activated, rotated sideways before leaving the roadway and striking Mr. Main, Sgt. Winebrenner said.

The engine then rolled down an embankment, coming to rest on its wheels, Sgt. Winebrenner said.

Firefighter William Lenhart, 68, the driver, and Chief Patrick McTighe, 25, the front passenger, were treated and released at Frederick Memorial Hospital.
Firefighter Jamie Daily, 25, in the rear seat, was listed in stable condition at Washington County Hospital.

Chief McTighe didn't respond to a request to be interviewed. Others at the station declined comment.

The extent of damage to the fire engine was not clear.


Mr. Main is a Hawbottom Road resident. He has worked in landscaping and lawn service.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2013

September Is Campus Fire Safety Month

September Is Campus Fire Safety Month


PIKESVILLE, MD (September 13, 2013) – The beginning of a new term means classes, homework, friends and parties.  With such hectic lives, students often do not pay attention to one thing that could seriously injure or kill them: Fire.  As a new semester begins on college campuses throughout the state, State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci reminds students to take actions to protect themselves and their friends from the devastating effects of fire.  

An estimated 85% of fire deaths occur in off campus apartments and homes, which is where a majority of college students live. This is the primary reason why the State of Maryland has declared September as ‘Campus Fire Safety Month.’  

“Unfortunately, most college students do not fully appreciate how quickly a fire can grow out of control,” said the State Fire Marshal  “Studies have shown you have an average of three minutes from when the first smoke alarm sounds to escape the effects of fire.  Students need to realize they are not invincible, fires do happen in campus related settings and they can take proactive steps to protect themselves no matter where they live.”

Many fatal fires involving college students have one or more of four common elements:. 

(1). Carelessly disposed of smoking materials are a contributing cause of fatal fires in all residences including rental properties where college students live.  Students also fall victim to fires started by unattended open flame devices, such as candles.

(2). Missing or dead batteries are the leading cause for smoke alarms not working properly.

(3). The influence of alcohol, although not condoned by college administrators, is sometimes a factor in college related activities.  Studies show alcohol decreases inhibition and impairs judgment, which can increase a student’s risk of not waking to the sound of a smoke alarm and potentially not surviving the effects of fire. 

(4). Living in properties that lack the protection afforded by an automatic fire sprinkler system.

The State Fire Marshal offers these safety tips for both parents and students when going    off to college:

Check for the proper installation of working smoke alarms.  These devices provide early warning no matter where the fire starts, giving more chance for escape.

Test smoke alarms monthly and replace the batteries as needed.

Look for housing that is equipped with automatic sprinkler systems.  Not every residence hall or rental property has them.

Know at least two ways out of every room and the building.

If smoking is allowed, designate an area outside.  Properly dispose of smoking materials in sturdy ashtrays and ensure they are completely extinguished.  Just in case, always check cushions in chairs and sofas for smoldering cigarettes.

If using extension cords, use only approved laboratory listed cords such as UL®, and don’t overload the electrical outlets.

Consider using flameless candles or battery operated lights instead of regular wax candles.

If using regular candles, never leave them or other open flame type devices unattended and keep combustibles away from their location at all times.  Always extinguish the flame prior to leaving the room.

Cooking should only occur in permitted locations.  Never leave cooking food unattended.

If using a barbeque grill, fire pit, chiminea or other outdoor open flame device, check out the local regulations beforehand.  When these items are used improperly, an enjoyable time can quickly turn into a tragedy.

For more information about campus fire safety related issues, please see the following websites:


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          The Office of the State Fire Marshal is an agency of the Department of State Police dedicated to helping protect citizens from fire and explosion through a comprehensive program of education, inspection, investigation and fire protection engineering. 

For more information on fire safety call 1-800-525-3124, log onto our website at: www.mdsp.org/firemarshal and/or http://facebook.com/MarylandStateFireMarshal




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