The BUGLE - February 2019

Association News

News from the association’s Capital District headquarters.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/nfc-nwl/articles/index-v3.asp?aid=546261&issueID=64092 to view the full article online.

Registration is Open for the NYSAFC FIRE 2019 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

The climb, to be held in conjunction with the 113th Annual Conference & FIRE 2019 Expo, will take place on June 14 at AXA Towers in downtown Syracuse - just a short walk from The Oncenter. There are many ways to lend your support: Climber ($35), Virtual Climber ($25), Team ($35 per person), or Donor. All proceeds will benefit the FDNY Counseling Unit and National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Visit http://events.firehero.org/site/TR?fr_id=2071&pg=entry to view the full article online.

Commanding from the Front Seat Training Series to Launch in March

Registration is open for free 16-hour (2-day) programs in Albany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Dutchess, Franklin, Niagara, Onondaga, and Tompkins Counties. Limit of 36 students per site.

Visit https://www.nysfirechiefs.com/content.asp?contentid=253 to view the full article online.

Hero’s Welcome: Former Fire Chief Honored After Liver Transplant

Welcome home and best wishes for a speedy recovery to Brockport Past Chief Larry Vaughan, who serves as a member of the NYSAFC Communications Committee.

Visit https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/rochester/good-news/2019/01/29/hero-s-welcome--former-fire-chief-honored-after-liver-transplant?fbclid=IwAR1by11-57yse5-BgQqSYwr9dxOuhjDy2RXU8giE4MvkaRfnM8aFdlZFTe4 to view the full article online.

Mike McEvoy Named JEMS Executive Editor

Congratulations to Mike McEvoy, NYSAFC past EMS director, current member of the association's EMS Committee, and longtime contributor to SIZE UP magazine and The NYSAFC Bugle.

Visit https://www.fireapparatusmagazine.com/articles/company-news/2019/02/mike-mcevoy-named-jems-executive-editor.html to view the full article online.

Government Affairs News

9/11 First Responders Fight Congress Over Compensation Fund

First responders, survivors, and their advocates - some sick and disabled - rallied at the Capitol to demand Congress never forget their sacrifice and restore the 9/11 victims compensation fund that is nearly gutted.

Visit https://nypost.com/2019/02/25/9-11-first-responders-fight-congress-over-compensation-fund/?utm_campaign=iosapp&utm_source=pasteboard_app to view the full article online.

September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Cuts Payouts

The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund is cutting its payouts in half for some and by as much as 70 percent for others, as the fund faces a surge in claims ahead of its expiration date in December 2020.

Visit https://www.npr.org/2019/02/16/695481252/9-11-victims-compensation-fund-cuts-payouts-by-as-much-as-70-percent to view the full article online.

Volunteers Fight for Law Change for Emergency Medical Calls

Many rural fire departments that are already strapped for volunteers and other services want to be able to bill insurance companies for emergency medical calls.

Visit https://13wham.com/news/local/volunteer-firefighters-fight-for-law-change-for-emergency-medical-calls to view the full article online.

Emergency Services News

Questions Over Rochester Fire Chief's Qualifications

Fire Chief Willie Jackson was recently appointed to lead the department.

Visit https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/local-news/questions-over-rochester-fire-chief-s-qualifications/1796906989 to view the full article online.

Firehouses Look to Regroup After Drug Ring Sweep

Three members of the fire service have been charged in connection with drug rings that operated in Orange County.

Visit https://www.recordonline.com/news/20190206/firehouses-look-to-regroup-after-drug-ring-sweep to view the full article online.

Judge Ends Historic Desegregation Order for Buffalo Firefighters

Lawyers on both sides, in seeking an end to the civil rights case, pointed to new hiring practices that over the years resulted in a more diverse fire department.

Visit https://buffalonews.com/2019/02/09/judge-ends-historic-desegregation-order-for-buffalo-firefighters/ to view the full article online.

Man Accused of Throwing Hot Coffee at Fire Police Volunteer

The fire police officer was not reported to be injured following the incident in Lockport.

Visit https://www.wivb.com/news/crime/lockport-man-accused-of-throwing-hot-coffee-at-68-year-old-fire-police-volunteer/1759021652 to view the full article online.

Albany Firefighter Makes ‘Miracle’ Recovery from Near-Fatal Sepsis

Albany Airport Firefighter Josh Woodward continues on the road to recovery.

Visit https://nypost.com/2019/02/22/albany-firefighter-makes-miracle-recovery-from-near-fatal-sepsis/?fbclid=IwAR1gnhfOm6ZGue93Pgqt1dO1pefMegAl3EwAKXkseMMDZwTx-DXpRkDwofw to view the full article online.

Fire Chief: Smoke Detectors Never Sleep

A father and four daughters were killed in a house fire earlier this month. Two smoke alarms inside the home had no batteries.

Visit https://www.wwnytv.com/story/39968308/fire-chief-smoke-detectors-never-sleep to view the full article online.

Traumatic Stress: Who Counsels the Fire Chief?

Fire chiefs need to take care of themselves so they can better take care of their people.

Visit https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-chief/articles/393344018-Traumatic-stress-Who-counsels-the-fire-chief/ to view the full article online.

Troy Mayor Names New Fire Chief

Eric McMahon will serve as the next fire chief, replacing Thomas Garrett, who recently retired.

Visit https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Troy-mayor-names-new-fire-chief-cites-city-13592771.php to view the full article online.

Proud Tradition Continues as Leadership Transitions at Saratoga Springs Fire Department

In anticipation of his impending retirement, Chief Robert Williams reflected on the broad scope of responsibilities that he has managed.

Visit https://www.saratogian.com/news/proud-tradition-continues-as-leadership-transitions-at-saratoga-springs-fire/article_d4c5fb94-23f8-11e9-81b3-67dcd2f7ad2e.html to view the full article online.

Firemedically Speaking

EMS News Briefs from Mike McEvoy

New ambulance reimbursement model; DOH EMS community page on Facebook.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/nfc-nwl/articles/index-v3.asp?aid=546207&issueID=64092 to view the full article online.

Program & Event Updates

Hands-On Training Opportunities at FIRE 2019

The programs, some featuring live fire training, include: Advanced Thermal Imaging Camera Ops, Advanced Vehicle Extrication, Aggressive Interior Fire Attack, Fire Behavior on the Inside!, Fire Flows and Water Supply, Hoarder Fires, Machinery Rescue Ops, Multifaceted Elevator Rescue, Rapid Intervention/FAST/Survival, and Truck Company Essentials.

Visit https://www.nysfirechiefs.com/files/FIRE%202019/FIRE%202019%20HOT%20Form.pdf to view the full article online.

Around the State

AFDSNY to Offer Commissioner Training at FIRE 2019

Training on June 12 at The Oncenter in Syracuse satisfies the mandatory training required of all fire district commissioners.

Visit https://www.afdsny.org/commissioner_training.php to view the full article online.

Features

Have A Heart, Chief - A Healthy One!

February is American Heart Month.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/nfc-nwl/articles/index-v3.asp?aid=546396&issueID=64092 to view the full article online.

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