Monday, May 30, 2011 God bless Our Troops and also the great residents of Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach for yet another great showing at our neighborhoods Annual Memorial Day Parade.
As Memorial Day is upon us, take a moment to thank a member of the Armed Forces, whether active or a veteran for all that they have fought for our wonderful country. Remember that Freedom is not free many of our neighbors have sacrificed themselves for what most of us take for granted. So may we all raise our flags this weekend in memory of those who have been lost enduring our freedom.Most importantly be responsible this weekend and always make sure to have a designated driver. It only takes a few seconds for a great weekend to turn tragic.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 E-946 responded to a report of multiple homes in the area taking water in their basements, as well as two occupied cars stuck in the water. Members of E-946 donned water rescue suits and checked on all homes in severe danger, luckily all residents were not harmed. One vehicle was left unoccupied in the middle of the street with water in the interior and one other had one victim inside that was removed. All in All another great job done by the members of WHBFD.
Friday, April 15, 2011 WHBFD responded to a total on seventeen calls from Friday Morning 4-15 until Sunday Night 4-17. All calls ranging throughout our capabilities, EMS, Fire, Extrication and water rescue. On 4-15-11, 947-1 responded to one EMS run and three accidents. At 2315 hours, 947-1 and E946 responded to the report of an overturned vehicle on the Belt Parkway at Pennsylvania Avenue, 947-1 transported two patients. As soon as E946 went 10-8 it was dispatched to Belt Parkway at Erskine for a two car MVA where EMTs on board 946 aided one victim prior to the arrival of FDNY EMS. While en route to quarters from the second box a third box was dispatched for outside rubbished which was extinguished along with E331 and L173. On 4/16/11, 947-1 and E946 responded to two water rescue calls, for people trapped in autos due to flooding conditions. E946 responded to a brush fire and a few outside rubbish calls. Crews continued to other multiple calls such as a car fire with extension to a garage.
C941 and E946 responded to the report of smoke showing at the location of 162-26 Crossbay Boulevard. Upon arrival E331 and L173 had transmitted a 10-75 with a All Hands transmitted shortly after by BC39. Luckily it was after business hours and no civilians were harmed. WHBFD was assigned FAST truck duties and also forced entry into neighboring stores.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 On March 29Th, 2011 Ambulance 947-1 had broken down numerous times en route to a cardiac condition in Old Howard Beach, 947-1 was unable to continue to the call. A short time later a Hot Line call was received for a possible CVA. Broad Channel VFD had earlier learned that our ambulance was out of service, so they had contacted us via radio and notified that they were able for mutual aid. Due to BCVFD's quick response the patient was transported to the hospital where he is now in stable condition. On February 2nd, 2011 Ambulance 947 was rear ended by a speeding vehicle on the Belt Parkway, once again BCVFD responded to our aid, treating the driver of the car and our three members that were injured while on scene. BCVFD knowing that now we had no operable ambulance in service, once again came to our rescue lending us BCVFD AMB 303, while AMB 947-1 is receiving well needed mechanical repairs. Our greatest amount of thanks and gratitude goes to The Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department, Chief Dan McIntyre, Ex-Chief Ed Wilmarth II and Captain Ed Wilmarth III. Donations for WHBFD can be sent to PO Box 177, Howard Beach NY 11414
Thursday, March 24, 2011 C941, SQ944 & A947-1 Responded for the report of a two car MVA with possible overturn. Upon arrival FDNY EMS was treating two patients from one vehicle that had overturned multiple times. All patients were transported to Jamaica Hospital with minor injuries.
Thursday, March 17, 2011 Ambulance 947-1 and Chief 941 responded to 164th avenue at Crossbay Boulevard for the report of a possible three car MVA. Upon FDNY E331 and L173s arrival they transmitted the box for a confirmed pin with ejection. Chief 941 aided in the treatment of 6 patients from one vehicle, two in critical condition and four stable. The other two vehicles were unoccupied while parked. Ambulance 947-1 transported one stable patient to Jamaica Hospital.On Scene - E331, L173, SQ270, BC39, E225, TL107, RS4, ESU9, ESS9, 106PCT
Tuesday, March 15, 2011 2031 Squad 944 and Chief 941 were toned out for a possible car fire located on 102 street and russell st. Upon arrival C941 confirmed a working fire, SQ944 extinguished the fire once on scene.
Now that we have sprung our clocks forward, there are other very important things that must be done. Make sure to check all Smoke alarms, Carbon Monoxide detectors, and extinguishers located within your house. Also take this time to do some spring cleaning, making sure to clean exhaust piping from the dryer, and dust that may be in the rear of stoves and refrigerators and in baseboard heaters. When starting any motorized gas/diesel fueled lawn/garden equipment make sure area is well ventilated such as opening garage doors. Take this time also to teach your aging children what to do in case of a fire and also an escape plan for your house. If you have any questions please contact us 718-843-1716.
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