Fire Department Connection

Third Alarm-Ball Street Fire

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New ambulances on their way!

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floor, but unfortunately, the four men would ultimately succumb to their injuries. The boarding home was equipped with a fire alarm and smoke detectors, but it has not been determined if they were working properly. Our firefighters did canvas the neighborhood the following morning to inspect and install smoke detectors in the area. We barely had time to recover from the tragic incident when early Friday morning we received a call for one of the more spectacular warehouse fires in recent memory. The 3-alarm blaze occurred in a warehouse near IH-35 and Loop 410. The 52,000 square ft. warehouse contained over 35,000 plastic pallets. There were a total of 126 personnel assigned, representing both B and C Shift, during the 14 hour incident. The fire caused about $9-million worth of damage, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. That same day in the morning, six years of hard work paid off. The San Antonio Fire Museum received the keys from the Deputy City Manager Erik Walsh and Councilman David Medina to the old Fire Station #1. This is a big deal, since this project will help preserve the noble history of the SAFD, one of the oldest metropolitan fire departments in the nation. The doors of the San Antonio Fire museum are scheduled to open on February 2013. I am pleased to say that we walked away from a frantic week with no injuries to our SAFD family and no environmental issues as a result of the fires. I am very proud to say that I am part of the San Antonio Fire Department, and our efforts to continue to improve and fulfill our vision, mission and values have made us one of the finest fire departments in the country. I want to personally thank each of you both sworn and civilian for all that you do. Yours in service, Charles N. Hood, Fire Chief

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The week of August 12-18 was a busy week in the San Antonio Fire Department. The week started off with very good news. The San Antonio Fire Department received 99% customer service satisfaction on the 2012 City of San Antonio Community Survey. Furthermore, we were once again the department with the highest satisfaction rating in San Antonio. This put the SAFD above any other city in Texas and at the top of the list of other large metro departments across the nation. It is evident that people are taking notice of our efforts to fulfill our mission to provide the finest customer service available to our customers both internal and external. After arduously working on the budget for the last several months, I presented the departments proposed budget to the San Antonio Mayor, City Manager and City Council on Wednesday. I was extremely confident, especially after the good customer service ratings we received from the citizens. Some of the points I spoke about were this years accomplishments, efficiencies and initiatives as well as our budget history and the 2013 budget. The presentation went well and the proposed budget was accepted by the council. As a result, we will be adding a new lieutenant and a civilian position to create a technical services division, a ladder truck replacement, the replacement of all of our 12 lead monitors. Funding for Station #32, and $50,000 for recruitment. The celebration lasted only a few hours since later that night we received a call for what turned out to be a deadly structure fire at a group home for 13 men with mental disabilities. The number one priority of firefighters arriving on scene was search and rescue. Firefighters did a remarkable job rescuing 4 victims from the second

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Ball Street Warehouse Fire

August 17, 2012

Third Alarm

At 4:27 a.m. a call from a security guard at a warehouse on Ball Street was received. Soon after Engine 24 arrived, the fire was upgraded to a second alarm, at 5:27 a.m., the fire was upgraded to a 3rd alarm. By 10:00 a.m. the blaze was extinguished but firefighters remained on the scene until 6:00 p.m. checking for hotspots. Firefighters found more than 35,000 plastic pallets inside the warehouse which were stacked in violation of NFPA 13 section 12.12.2.2. It took 42-units and 126 fire personnel to

extinguish the fire. HazMat was also called to the scene and determined the air and water quality were safe in the area. As of right now the cause of the fire has not been determined. Consequently, the fire caused $9-million worth of damage.
There was quite a bit of fire upon our arrival and I called the 2nd alarm. I knew it was going to be a long operation, but it went well and the communication was really good, said Michael Moore, Captain Engine 24.

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My question for Chief,

Question

Celebrity of the Month

with wellness, preventing and staying healthy as opposed of trying to fix problems, said Dr. Vazquez. He mentions that one of the future plans is to hire additional medical staff, possibly a registered nurse and a certified nurse practitioner. He believes this will enhance the level of service provided to uniformed personnel through the Wellness Center. His favorite thing about being the new SAFD physician is having the opportunity to spend more time interacting with the patient. I am actually having the time to discuss and talk to our firefighter patients and, most importantly, listen to them, Dr. Vazquez said. Furthermore, Dr. Vazquez is also very pleased to see that, for the most part, the SAFD personnel have endorsed the healthy style. On July 2nd Miguel Vazquez, board certified family physician, became part of the San Antonio Fire Department family. He is serving as the Fire Departments Wellness Physician and is responsible for providing annual physicals and stress tests to all firefighters. Dr. Vazquez is a native of San Antonio graduating from Edison High School and Trinity University. He then studied at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and completed his residency in Galveston, Texas. After completing his degree, he began and operated his own family practice for the next 18 years. Since leaving his own practice, Vasquez has worked in single specialty and multi-specialty group practices. He also has experience in occupational medicine and served as medical director of a large health insurance company. However, looking for a new learning experience, Dr. Vazquez became very interested in the Fire Department physician position. It appealed to me because it had to do Dr. Vazquez wants all firefighters to be aware that they can count on him as a resource for any questions and concerns regarding their health. Dr. Vazquez has practiced in the San Antonio community for over 20 years and is familiar with many of the local physicians.

I may not know the whole story, butI recently reviewed a presentation (ppt from a chiefs meeting) on the creation of a firefighter memorial sculpture at the FTA. The estimated cost of such a creation was $100K. Is this being funded with department money that could be used elsewhere? At a facility used almost exclusively by SAFD personnel, it seems wasteful to use tax-payer money for something that doesnt benefit the public. Would the new administrative headquarters not be a better place to locate such a piece of art? We serve the public and have a responsibility to be good stewards of their resources. Art projects (and overbuilt fire stations) do not improve the quality of service we deliver or otherwise benefit the public. Please explain the funding and logic of this project.

Answer
Thank you for your question. The funds with which the memorial will be created were donated a few years ago to C-Fire (Citizens for Increased Rescue Effectiveness), a non-profit organization for that purpose. The donation came from a private source, not from the tax-payers or the Department. The funds were specifically given to the SAFD in order to create a memorial to commemorate our fallen brothers and sisters at the Training Academy. The Training Academy construction plans included a place for this project so that the members of our Department would have a memorial to honor those from our ranks who made the supreme sacrifice. Deputy Chief Carl Wedige

We are here in a medically supportive role for the individual firefighter, Dr. Vazquez said.
In his off time, Dr. Vazquez enjoys creating art which includes painting, printing and sculpting in leather or stone. He is married and has two daughters and one son. Most importantly, Dr. Vazquez understands what it takes to be part of the SAFD family because he is a proud father of a firefighter.

Do you have any burning questions?

Send your question to:

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More Academic Options for Firefighters

For the first time, Texas A&M University San Antonio will make a Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences Fire & Emergecy Services Administration degree available. This program will be available in January 2013 and many scholarships will be made available through the university. This program gives firefighters the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the field, while allowing them to receive Bachelors Degree incentive pay as defined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Firefighters holding an Associates Degree currently receive $185 per month. However, for holding a Bachelors Degree, a firefighter receives $290 per month. The program is designed to accommodate the demanding schedule of firefighters by providing classes online, and more importantly, the program qualifies for exemption of tuition under Section 54.208 of the Texas Education Code. Books and fees may be refunded through the SAFD Tuition Reimbursement program. The SAFD values education, and encourages all firefighters to take advantage of this program if they have the opportunity, said Deputy Chief Noel Horan.

Thank you to all those who participated in the Focus Groups.

Thank you for your time and suggestions!

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The Planning Division is a relatively new division. It was created out of necessity to have dedicated personnel focusing on performance measure development and monitoring, effective resource allocation, research, and long term strategy plan development. These functions were performed previously by different personnel but there was no one specific Division assigned that could focus full time on these vital issues. At the present, the Planning Division, consisting of District Chief Christopher Monestier and Senior Management Analyst Robert Valdez, is working on a number of projects. Some of the Divisions duties are:
Working with various SAFD Divisions on fiscal and operational impact studies. New station and resource placement. Developing, maintaining and monitoring statistics. Long-term SAFD strategic planning.

The SAFD Planning Division

Services provided:
The Planning Division collaborates with other SAFD Divisions on projects such as response/service agreements and potential annexation. The Planning Division also took charge of the Annual Report project. The project responsibilities were transferred from staff that no longer work for the department. http://www.sanantonio.gov/safd/PDFs/2011%20annual%20report.pdf. Contingency of Operations plan for the SAFD is another project that Planning is currently working on. The plan is a 7-8 month project and involves all City departments. Another essential, ongoing project in the Planning Division is performance measure management and statistical analysis. The Planning Division compiles response data and compares it with historic data to determine if the SAFD is meeting national standard benchmarks for service delivery and is comparable with other cities of our size. The Division researches potential efficiencies, and can recommend policy or process adjustments for improvements to help meet our goals. It is very important to make sure accurate data goes into the system. Company officers should make sure that their incident and patient care reports are completed and their benchmark times are accurately reported. Review the reports because every run is important, said Monestier. By analyzing historic response data and using response modeling computer software, the Planning Division can recommend optimal locations for any planned, new stations and/or additional resources.

District Chief Christopher Monestier

Senior Management Analyst Robert Valdez

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Safety

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Style

Wearing bunker gear different than everybody elses will not only attract your brothers and sisters attention, but also the attention of the State of Texas. As part of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Administrative Code, fire departments shall comply with the NFPA Standards and abide by the following specifications: 1. Fire departments shall PURCHASE, PROVIDE and MAINTAIN a complete set of protective clothing for every firefighter. 2. Fire departments shall ensure that all protective clothing complies with the minimum NFPA standards regarding the manufacturing process, use, selection, care and maintenance. 3. Fire departments shall keep records of all gear that has been issued. During a compliance inspection, I require that the department show me how they are tracking the gear issuedand how accurate the information has been maintained, explained Tim Gardner, TCFP Regional Compliance Officer.

When a firefighter sustains a burn injury, the Commission will ask for the records of the specific gear worn at the time of the incident. If the records are not accurate or missing, we as a department are in trouble, said Safety Division Chief Arthur Villarreal. Another important activity that must be followed in order to comply with the state is annual gear maintenance. This means that advanced inspection and cleaning of all protective ensemble elements shall be performed at a minimum every 12 months. Advanced inspections are also performed whenever routine inspections indicate that a problem could arise. In order to better protect every SAFD firefighter, the gear is inspected and cleaned every six months by trained, certified personnel. This inspection and cleaning is conducted by Cowboy Cleaners, an independent service provider under contract with Honeywell. Honeywell currently supplies us with the majority of our personal protective equipment. If a firefighter is using personal protective equipment (PPE) that was not issued by the department, this gear is not tracked, cleaned or inspected at the

mandated intervals. In addition to violating state law regarding maintenance, by allowing outside gear to be used, the department would be neglecting the requirement under state law to provide PPE to its employees. The gear that the SAFD issues, has been selected with input from the departments PPE Committee. It has been chosen based on the Committees field tests, examination, and the experience of other departments with the items in question. It is among the safest, most reliable gear available.

Consequently, outside gear may not be safe and may put you in danger.
Gardner reminds us that departments can exceed the minimum NFPA requirements, adding, Please realize that as long as the department has purchased, provided, and maintained protective clothingthat meets the minimum standards of NFPA 1971 and NFPA 1851, any policy of your department regarding the equipment you wear supersedes anything I may say or require.

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Greetings to all the Team out there On behalf of the Fire Shift Commanders office
I would like to provide a letter of communication to the department on our view from over here. In future issues of FDC, we will strive to have this column be more specific in terms of who says what and what we are working on individually. We view this as our voice to you guys (gals)! So, here we are roughly 10 and a half months into the FSC assignment. We said initially there were three principles we were looking to really adhere to (among others): Leadership, Communication, and Consistency. Everybody will probably (and should) make their own decision on how we have done in these three categories but let me offer some major improvements from this office. Leadership. There is a difference between managing and leading. To be honest, the three FSC techs that we have here- Danny, Gonzo, and Gabe are better at managing the day-to-day nuts & bolts than the FSCs! Im talking about necessary stuff like managing the manpower staffing, filling the rats, calling the vacations, etc. What we have seen is a need to critically lead the safety, training and customer service part of this position. I can tell you we are analyzing everything we do to continually come up with ways to improve these areas of focus. We dont just want to have a checklist showing all the training we have done; we want real results in demonstrating how effective we are! We dont just want a blanket safety guideline for every situation; but rather an awareness for all our personnel in what to look for. And finally, we dont want personnel thinking we are here just to follow the rules and collect a check, we are here as a team to provide a very important service to the people! One team member fails, we all do. Communication. A major reason why I am writing this is for this communication principle. We try to engage controversy in the concept of opening the door and inviting the facts to come out. One example of this is the current Vacation Committee concept. I came in under the Internal customer service banner and I stand by it. This year we are trying to get more involvement in the vacation selection process with really the hope of having better communication about it. It really doesnt matter to us how the vacations get selected (within reason)! Unfortunately, this is going to be a controversial subject no matter what you do. What is important is to communicate this and report the facts so that nobody feels left out. Its like those resorts in Cancun from yesteryear, were all-inclusive! So, in this precarious position of being situated at a bridge for the Administration and Field, we have not only made this commitment to the rank-and-file, but also to each other. Robbie, Mike, and myself are constantly meeting whenever we can to make sure we communicate in person the intricacies of leading the suppression field collectively. Consistency. As mentioned before, all three of us have made a commitment to meet regularly and discuss issues as they arise collectively and continually shoot for consistency. We view ourselves as a team within the Team. So, inevitably we all work on different things and take different leads. The question has come up when one of us works on different things as to how its consistent with the other two shifts. Very simple. Because we meet regularly, adhere to the team concept, and adopt what the lead FSC does, we not only maintain consistency but act as checks and balances to each other. Three heads are better than one. You can include our staff of Battalion Chiefs on our respective shifts as part of this. The team within the Team. When its all said and done, service is what were here for. We can train and train as safely as we can do it, but our ability to positively handle the call when it comes in from the public is what really scores the card. Everyone knows how I feel about this so if you dont, call me. All three of us continually strive to empower our personnel and do what is right for the citizens of San Antonio (and region for that matter too). Thank you all for your continued commitment and dedication. We look forward to continue leading the way by serving the department so that it may best serve San Antonio.

Sir,

Public Comments

I would like to highly complement Fire Station #2 on Gillette. These men & women were always there, and whenever my husband got sick, the EMS took care of him. Since my husbands death, they have been concerned about me. Whenever I would knock on their door, and tell them I wasnt feeling well they would watch out for me. These people are a blessing because they care about others, not themselves. You are very fortunate to have these people as part of your staff. Please let them all know I appreciate their concerns and tell them to keep up their good work! Sincerely, Linda

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SAFD History

Going Back in Time...1850s

Turner Hook and Ladder No. 1869

In 1850 San Antonio had a population of 3,488 people. As time passed the city started growing. By 1854, San Antonio housed 50 stores, 12 restaurants, 20 saloons and 4 churches. Soon there was a rapid increase in construction where wood was the major building material for homes and businesses in the city. The building boom and several major fires were the deciding factors to organize a fire company. The first company to organize for the purpose of fighting fire in San Antonio was the Ben Milam No. 1 on June 6, 1854. It was formed as a simple

bucket brigade named after a famous fallen leader of the 1835 Battle of Bexar. Records of the Milam organization show A.A. Lockwood and C.G. Kremkau as the prime movers in forming this first company of volunteers with a compliment of 20 members lead by foreman (Chief ) Edward Braden. The volunteers established their first quarters at the old market on Main Plaza near present day Market Street for the protection of life and property primarily west of the San Antonio River.

1856 records show the Milam Company acquiring a two wheeled ladder truck, hand drawn with several ladders and innumerable leather buckets. This new apparatus was housed in a one-story adobe shed that was a part of the old Spanish Presidio or barracks on Military Plaza (near site of Penners Mens Store). The company was chartered by the State of Texas as The Fire Company of the City of San Antonio on February 8, 1858 and listed 82 members. There would be a total of 8 companies of volunteers in San Antonio performing firefighting duties from 1854 until 1891.

***Special thanks to Hector J Cardenas, SAFD Museum Society, for providing the facts and story.

An Important Message From The Services Division

The Services Division is going through many changes which will affect how we deliver services to our firefighters and EMS personnel. As of August 13, 2012, there will be no unauthorized vehicles permitted beyond the barriers at the Services facilities without approval. Were asking that all Fire, EMS, Command vehicles and delivery drivers stop at the check point near the Service Advisors office. Were having signs made which will give you more directions when your vehicles pull into the facilities area. All persons will stop at the barricades and proceed to the Service Advisor. The Service Advisor will have you

fill out the work request form and then give you directions on where to proceed. These new procedures are being implemented to give our Services facilities better accountability, security, and control of vehicles entering and exiting our property. It will also prepare us as we move to our new Service Facilities at the end of the year. Were asking that personnel not congragate or walk in the fire bays unattended. We thank you for your patience as we continue to make these necessary changes. As always, were here to support you.

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Fiscal News Flash

Donations FY12
CHET TODD MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT USAA FROST NATIONAL BANK STAGG RESTAURANTS LLC LANCE & SANDRA LEMOINE INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENTS OF SA HEB KIOLBASA SAUSAGE FLOWERS BAKING COMPANY (BUTTERCRUST)

Each year donors contribute to the success of the San Antonio Fire Department. In 2012, donors supported our Community Safety and Education Division, as well as events such as Family Night and Award Ceremonies.

Did you know?

BEST BUY

Donations are accepted ONLY when acceptance of donations or contributions is in compliance with the Citys Ethics Code and the donations are an acceptable donation as described in AD 8.8 Donations and Contributions. Expenditures made with donated funds must be in compliance with the Basic Procedures Regulating Purchases (AD 1.6) of Materials and or Services. For assistance with any Fiscal related questions contact: Janie Flores at 207-7959

Donation contributions are welcomed and may be accepted in either cash or goods or services. In all cases, the donation and contribution form must be filled out and forwarded to Fiscal for processing. http://cosaweb/isd/formnet/Forms/Donation%20 and%20Contribution%20Form.doc

Firehouse Chuckles!
Q. What did the fireman say when the church caught fire? A. Holy smoke!
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New Ambulances on Their Way

New ambulances are on their way! After having maintenance and engine problems with the Ford ambulances, the SAFD decided to change brands. The new ambulances will be Dodges and have already shown they are more efficient. The big difference is the way they operate; Ford operates in hours while Dodge operates in miles. The Ford ambulances require maintenance every 200 hours which means maintenance has to be done about every 7 to 8 days. However, the Dodge ambulances require maintenance every 6,500 miles, about every 30 days. Some of the problems occur when EMS goes on a run and the engine has to stay on for the amount of time they are helping citizens. The ambulance is not in use but is still running, therefore its accruing hours fast and maintenance has to be performed. On the other hand, when Dodge ambulances are left on while helping a citizen, they are not accruing hours because they go by miles as the maintenance determining factor. Steve Reuthinger, Chief of Services and Logistics, explained that the department will save approximately $ 90,000 a year by using the Dodge vehicles instead of the Fords. This year, 16 Dodge ambulances have already replaced Fords and are in use. It is projected that 16 more ambulances will arrive next year.

The new Dodge trucks, in comparison to the Fords have a lot more cab space. The ride is more comfortable and smooth. Its been great, said Robert Santana, Engineer- Paramedic in FS# 6.

Quiz Yourself

Name and explain what each label means.

Submit your answers to the following e-mail: Flor.Salas@sanantonio.gov. Find the answers in nexts month edition!

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A WOW Project !

The San Antonio Fire Museum Society was established in 2006, with the goal of providing a fire museum to educate the public. After a six year journey, the members of the Fire Museum Society have partially brought to life their vision. On August 17, 2012 the Fire Museum Society was presented with the key to the old Fire Station # 1 which will house the future site of the San Antonio Fire Museum. It is projected to open its doors to the public February 13, 2013.

The basement and the first floor of the museum will display fire fighting tools, fire apparatus, uniforms, photographs, video footage, a memorial to fallen firefighters, and an art gallery. The second floor will be for the Community Safety Education office in order to provide a more complete learning experience for children about fire safety and the fire department. Another very exciting aspect of the museum is the interactive theater where people will be able to feel the sensation of being in a fire. There will be heat, movement, and smoke, Board President Carlos Resendez said.

This project is a great opportunity for each firefighter to help create a legacy and to tell their story. If you want to participate and/or support this cause make sure to sign up and obtain a membership at SanAntonioFireMuseum.org.

It is going to be a WOW project, Advisory Board member

Minerva Nadler said.

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Fire Station #23 - ARFF

Fire Station 23-ARFF is in need of a few new mattresses, after the stations mattresses, were used to save four lives earlier this month. There was no fire involved this time, but a medical helicopter lost its left skid after hitting a tower by Interstate 35 and Binz-Engleman Road around 3:30 in the morning. The helicopter was headed for the San Antonio Military Medical Center, but the pilot knew that if he landed, he was going to crash, so he was directed to the airport. Immediately, Fire Station 23-ARFF was called to the scene with the objective of helping the helicopter to land safely. Engine 23 under the direction of Captain Kevin Campbell, started assessing the situation when the pilot of the damaged helicopter suggested the use of mattresses as a landing pad.

We knew the wind caused by the helicopter was going to blow the mattresses away, said Campbell.

Using quick thinking firefighters grabbed 4 mattresses from their dorms and four 45lb plates from the gym to secure the mattresses. After a few tense minutes the helicopter landed on the mattresses safely. Engine 23 crew assisted the patient on board before he was transported to his original destination. We have never encountered an incident like this [but] there was a lot of hope that it was going to work, said Campbell. It was very quick thinking on everybodys part, we were able to use resources on hand and we are very thankful the situation had a positive outcome, said Rogelio Garcia, Aircraft Rescue FF.

Just another fun day,

said Capitan Campbell via e-mail.

Received a WEIRD emergency call? A FUNNY story to tell to other Firefighters & EMS? A HOT fact you learned today?

CALL US TO WRITE A STORY ABOUT IT. YES, WE WILL INTERVIEW YOU!

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2012 FF Summer Olympics

Texas Firefighter APF Meet-Kg Results
WtCls (Lb) SHW 198 220 242 181 198 198 220 242 242 181 181 198 275 275 165 165 198 198 198 220 242 275 275 WtCls (Lb) SHW 198 220 242 181 198 198 220 242 242 181 181 198 275 275 165 165 198 198 198 220 242 275 275 Best Squat Best Bench 150 112.5 125 122.5 202.5 157.5 185 0 142.5 107.5 195 137.5 185 135 197.5 145 245 167.5 182.5 192.5 212.5 152.5 197.5 162.5 232.5 180 235 208 250 160 162.5 125 0 122.5 260 205 225 170 162.5 140 0 200 250 0 290 195 230 197.5 Best Squat Best Bench 330.69 248.02 275.58 270.06 446.43 347.22 407.85 0 314.16 236.99 429.9 303.13 407.85 297.62 435.41 319.67 540.13 369.27 402.34 424.39 468.48 336.2 435.41 358.25 512.57 396.83 518 457 551.15 352.74 358.25 275.58 0 270.06 573.2 451.94 496.04 374.78 358.25 308.64 0 440.92 551.15 0 639.33 429.9 507.06 435.41 Sub Total 262.5 247.5 360 0 250 332.5 320 342.5 412.5 375 365 360 412.5 443 410 287.5 0 465 395 302.5 0 0 485 427.5 Sub Total 578.71 545.64 793.66 0 551.15 733.03 705.47 755.08 909.4 826.73 804.68 793.66 909.4 976 903.89 633.82 0 1025.1 870.82 666.89 0 0 1069.2 942.47 Name Malinda Baum Randy Carter Jim Fritz Brad Cox Michael Arriaga Ryan Zelazny Jerry Glaeser, Jr Steven Halloway Matt Albright John Sanders Charlie Salazar Mark Nussell Leon Tamayo David Richards JC Roy Jeremy Powers Joshua Waits Greg Green Thomas Buchanan Robert Mazac Branden Cook Colt Jones Chantry Coker Cody Nelson Name Malinda Baum Randy Carter Jim Fritz Brad Cox Michael Arriaga Ryan Zelazny Jerry Glaeser, Jr Steven Halloway Matt Albright John Sanders Charlie Salazar Mark Nussell Leon Tamayo David Richards JC Roy Jeremy Powers Joshua Waits Greg Green Thomas Buchanan Robert Mazac Branden Cook Colt Jones Chantry Coker Cody Nelson Div F-M2 M-M1R M-M1R M-M1R M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-M1 M-M2 M-M2 M-M1 M-M2 M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O Div F-M2 M-M1R M-M1R M-M1R M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-OR M-M1 M-M2 M-M2 M-M1 M-M2 M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O M-O BWt (Lb) 224.4 189.4 212 223.2 178.2 195.2 191.6 220.2 242.2 239.6 181.6 176.4 197.8 275 275 162.6 165.2 197.4 197.6 196.8 217.6 221.2 258 271.4 BWt (Lb) 224.4 189.4 212 223.2 178.2 195.2 191.6 220.2 242.2 239.6 181.6 176.4 197.8 ## 275 162.6 165.2 197.4 197.6 196.8 217.6 221.2 258 271.4 Best Deadlift 150 130 230 0 152.5 242.5 192.5 252.5 290 257.5 230 185 232.5 238 205 160 172.5 285 250 182.5 237.5 222.5 247.5 215 Best Deadlift 330.69 286.6 507.06 0 336.2 534.62 424.39 556.66 639.33 567.68 507.06 407.85 512.57 524 451.94 352.74 380.29 628.31 551.15 402.34 523.59 490.52 545.64 473.99 PL Total 412.5 377.5 590 0 402.5 575 512.5 595 702.5 632.5 595 545 645 680 615 447.5 0 750 645 485 0 0 732.5 642.5 PL Total 909.3975 832.2365 1300.714 0 887.3515 1267.645 1129.8575 1311.737 1548.7315 1394.4095 1311.737 1201.507 1421.967 1499.128 1355.829 986.5585 0 1653.45 1421.967 1069.231 0 0 1614.8695 1416.4555 Pl-Div-WtCl 1-F-M1-SHW 1-M-M1R-198 1-M-M1R-220 0 1-M-OR-181 1-M-OR-198 2-M-OR-198 1-M-OR-220 1-M-OR-242 2-M-OR-242 1-M-M1-181 2-M-M1-181 1-M-M1-198 1-M-M1-275 2-M-M1-275 1-M-O-165 0 1-M-O-198 2-M-O-198 3-M-O-198 0 0 1-M-O-275 2-M-O-275 Pl-Div-WtCl 1-F-M1-SHW 1-M-M1R-198 1-M-M1R-220 0 1-M-OR-181 1-M-OR-198 2-M-OR-198 1-M-OR-220 1-M-OR-242 2-M-OR-242 1-M-M1-181 2-M-M1-181 1-M-M1-198 1-M-M1-275 2-M-M1-275 1-M-O-165 0 1-M-O-198 2-M-O-198 3-M-O-198 0 0 1-M-O-275 2-M-O-275

Soccer
Division 1: Gold - Dallas #1 Silver - San Antonio Bronze - Arlington

Texas Firefighter APF Meet-Lb Results

2012 Sporting Clays

Second Flight Randy Lester - Mesquite Doug Kutach San Antonio Tony Harvey - Irving

Leon Tamayo gold

198 lb

Matt Albright gold

242 lb

Please note all the results have not been received. For more information please visit: http://www.texasfirefightersummergames.com/

Public Comments
I would like to recognize Firefighters Bryan David, Marvin Tetzlaff, Fire Engineer Christopher Passmore, and Fire Engineer Sydney Cade Miller for a job well done on a medical run they made on August 8, 2012. Firefighters David, Tetzlaff, FAO Passmore, and FAO Miller were on Ladder 22 when their crew was dispatched for a stroke. The crew immediately recognized the stroke, notified the responding medic unit, and directed the medic unit to the proper location. I was riding with Medic Officer 4 and we responded as well. When we arrived, 2 members from L22 were waiting outside to direct us to the right place. The remainder of L22s Crew was assisting in patient care. I was extremely impressed at the entire crews response. Their actions led to a very short scene time and improved patient care. Emily

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Responses & Stats

July 1st, 2011 - July 1st, 2012
AC26 # of Runs Structure Structure 4-2 Asst Fire Asst Public Brush-Grass Explosion Fire Watch Hazmat MVC Fire-Only Other Fire Roll Over Sick Person Unauthorized Burn 118 58 54 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 AC29 116 67 47 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 AC41 45 19 20 0 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1

MAC runs

July 2012 Squads Batallion Chiefs

SQ01 SQ08 SQ09 SQ11 SQ14 SQ17 SQ22 SQ29 SQ32 SQ33 SQ34 SQ35 SQ36 SQ37 SQ38 SQ40 SQ44 SQ46 45 58 118 8 4 29 0 97 195 42 37 75 73 51 60 52 36 16 BC1 BC2 BC3 BC4 BC5 BC6 BC7 BC8 TOTALS 44 25 34 17 44 35 26 60 285

Haz Mat
HZM1 HZM34 SPL1 TOTALS 10 8 9 27

TOTALS 996

Total # of Fires by Type

Structure Fires: 69 Vehicle Fires: 56 Brush/Grass Fires: 55

Other Units
FSC FSO HR11 HR51 R7 RHB1 WT22 WT43 4 9 86 51 11 5 0 0

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Brush Trucks
BT20 12 BT22 4 BT30 8 BT36 8 BT40 1 BT42 7 BT43 1 BT44 8 BT48 1 BT50 3 YTD 52 21 30 32 8 29 20 48 7 12
Unit Number Number of Engine Runs 92 E01 216 E02 193 E03 167 E04 152 E05 185 E06 132 E07 156 E08 167 E09 237 E10 202 E11 48 E12 154 E13 127 E14 217 E15 225 E16 E17 233 YTD 705 1381 1197 1239 977 1275 897 1172 1100 1560 1299 393 1060 900 1470 1455 1504

Unit Number Number of Unit Number Number YTD Engine Runs Engine of Runs E35 228 1580 E18 237 E36 177 1853 E19 297 E37 236 1035 E20 161 E38 196 1681 E21 255 E39 217 852 E22 130 E40 193 593 E23 101 E41 127 2094 E24 308 E42 151 1630 E25 219 E43 146 1318 E26 213 E44 308 1558 E27 233 E45 198 1656 E28 242 E46 94 1298 E29 163 E47 57 1101 E30 189 E48 108 1392 E31 217 E49 86 2091 E32 330 E50 44 1495 E33 253 E51 116 E34 611 89

FIRE Runs

YTD 1459 1137 1532 1282 1485 1255 968 1065 982 2071 1296 796 332 686 609 320 749

Totals 53 259

Ladders Other Units

YTD
AIR1 AIR2 AIR3 AIR4 BIK1 BIK2 BIK3 BIK4 MOF1 MOF2 MOF3 MOF4 MSC R5 0 3 2 0 3 0 1 0 136 87 85 76 0 48 6 23 2 3 22 10 14 7 757 719 638 621 2 273

L01 127 L06 186 L08 168 L09 179 L14 120 L17 173 L22 144 L29 204 L33 212 L34 70 L35 198 L36 147 L37 177 L40 166 L41 116 L46 100 AP11 202 AP32 259 AP38 172 AP51 116

YTD 584 819 716 713 586 812 519 856 843 364 914 622 798 553 616 386 838 1056 747 315

July 2012 EMS Runs

Unit Number M01 M02 M04 M05 M06 M07 M08 M09 M10 M11 M13 M14 M15 M16 M17 M18 M19 M21 M22 M26 M25 M26 Total Runs

Totals

9,222

61,446

YTD

387 78 120 354 377 392 377 408 409 224 379 240 395 415 317 370 364 251 364 346 354 186

1744 771 1174 2432 2705 2693 2914 2845 2934 698 2683 1791 2762 2809 2216 2472 2621 1053 2545 2512 2520 952

Unit Number
M27 M28 M29 M31 M32 M33 M34 M35 M36 M37 M38 M39 M40 M41 M42 M43 M44 M45 M46 M49

Total Runs
390 351 369 285 197 413 219 359 286 332 322 308 249 282 292 68 347 242 189

YTD
2831 2372 2506 2134 762 2731 1522 2560 1963 2597 2203 2358 1157 1831 1650 423 2391 1670 1307

Totals 441 3,097

Totals 3,236 13,657

Totals

655 0 12,607 85,469