Truck 1 enroute to Structure Fire on Auzerais Ave. 12.30.16
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SAN JOSE FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 230
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SILVER SPANNER
Local 230 provides bi-weekly news distribution for members and the community. Our
mission is to keep you informed on the latest local, statewide and national fire news.
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'Chronic Fire in the Same Location': Slew of Suspicious Blazes in San Jose Puts Firefighters on Edge
San Jose fire officials are on the lookout for an arsonist after another suspicious fire broke out along northbound Highway 101 and Story Rd.
Fire crews found a handful of palm trees ablaze in different spots along the freeway. It took firefighters about 20 minutes to knock down the fire, but they weren't able to prevent the flames from spreading to a nearby storage shed. Headline photo (video)
NBC Bay Area
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Wrong-Way Volkswagen Driver Causes Three-Way Crash in San Jose: CHP
A wrong-way driver in a silver Volkswagen in San Jose allegedly struck a red Chevy head-on, causing a three-way car crash that shut down part of the highway.
The driver of the Volkswagen, who was later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, suffered a major injury to her ankle and was taken to the hospital. The driver of the Chevy suffered unknown major injuries.
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NBC Bay Area
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R
EMEMBERING OUR
FALLEN BROTHERS &
SISTERS
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Michael Curcio (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
Retired: 1996
Deceased: 12-11-2016
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John Arnaz (Ret.)
Arson Investigator
Retired: 1995
Deceased: 11-2016
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Richard Nelson (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1996
Deceased: 9-11-16
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William Lowe (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1971
Deceased: 9-5-16
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Donald Tyson (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
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Guy Newgren (Ret.)
Battalion Chief
Retired: 1999
Deceased: 7-23-16
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Michael Spinelli (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1994
Deceased: 7-13-16
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J.C. Walton (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
Retired: 1973
Deceased: 3-8-16
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San Jose Fire Fighters 2015 Year In Review
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SAN JOSE FIREFIGHTERS BRING HOLIDAY CHEER
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San Jose Fire Fighters Spreading Holiday Cheer: Toy Drives Brighten Day for Youngsters in Need
Community members of all ages gathered across the Bay Area Sunday to spread some holiday spirit to youngsters in need.
A South Bay toy drive event, which is orchestrated by Los Bomberos, the San Jose Fire Department and San Jose Firefighters Local 230, donated toys to over 500 cheery families in the South Bay. (video) NBC Bay Area CBS 5
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San Jose House Fire Reveals Marijuana Grow Operation
A fire at an East San Jose home led to the discovery of a marijuana grow operation. Firefighters responded to a house fire in the 3100 block of Heritage Springs Court, upon arrival, firefighters found the home on fire. Firefighters were able to knock down the blaze within about an hour of arrival. Mercury News CBS5
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Two Perish After Car Slams into San Jose Sound Wall, Ignites Blaze
Two people died in San Jose after the vehicle they were riding in smashed into a sound wall, causing flames to engulf the vehicle.
The 4-door sedan clipped the center divide on South Capitol Ave before crashing head on into the wall.
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SJ FIRE FIGHTERS vs. SJ POLICE
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San Jose Public Safety Squares off at
San Jose Earthquakes Winterfest
Bragging Rights will have to wait until next year as San Jose Fire Fighters faced off against San Jose Police, only to end in a 3-3 tie at this year's first ever Winterfest hosted by the San Jose Earthquakes.
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13 People Spared, One Dog Dies, in San Jose Fire
One family, and three extra guests were staying at a San Jose home when
everyone was abruptly woken up and forced to scramble outside when a fire ripped through the house on Palmira Way, days away from Christmas.
(video)
NBC Bay Area
CBS5
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SAN JOSE FIRE FIGHTERS IN THE COMMUNITY
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Willow Glen Neighbors - Facebook
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Fire department emails: Inspections flawed in fire-prone Oakland hills
Oakland's embattled fire department, already under scrutiny for failing to inspect the Ghost Ship warehouse before its deadly blaze, is facing a new round of allegations about its lax fire prevention efforts in one of the region's most vulnerable areas to wildfires.
Mercury News
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Vallejo Fire Station Hit By Gunfire, No One Hurt
A fire station was struck by a bullet over the weekend - and it's not the first time this has happened. Vallejo Firefighters posted
pictures to their Facebook page of the damage done. As seen in the pictures, a bullet was shot through the front window of Vallejo Fire Station No. 24.
CBS5
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Apparent suicide of Orange County fire captain may be part of sad trend in profession
The apparent suicide of an Orange County Fire Authority captain is part of a sad trend among firefighters. In 2015, 132 firefighters committed suicide in the U.S. - a bigger number than those who died of job-related injuries and illnesses, according to figures provided by the California Professional Firefighters union.
OC Register
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Christmas Tree May Have Played Role in Fire That Killed Twin Boys in South L.A., Police Say
Firefighters had to fight through security doors and window bars to get into the home, where they
rescued two boys and a man believed to be their father.
Neighbors said the father had gone back into the home to try and rescue the boys after the fire started.
KTLA
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Tucson firehouse overdue for replacement, may be toxic, officials say
Tucson's oldest firehouse has become an example of how long-delayed capital projects can cost more than a spreadsheet can list. And in this case, officials say, it might be an actual pound of flesh. Fire Station No. 3 dates to the 1950s and has been retrofitted repeatedly in an attempt to extend its useful life. However, city officials say any more changes would be a waste of taxpayer dollars.
Tucson.com
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San Jose Fire Fighters work closely with SJPD, CHP & County Ambulance in responding to vehicle accidents throughout San Jose.
One of the overlooked but critical components of keeping the roadways safe an open are the private tow companies. Here you can see the teamwork, speed and skill with which Campbell Towing uprights and removes this vehicle from Hwy 880 after a rollover accident. Quickly getting the road clear, gets traffic moving again, avoiding further delays and potential accidents for motorists stuck behind this back up.
All the participants in this car walked away with minor injuries.
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Most Dallas cops and firefighters to receive 10 percent raises
DALLAS, TX -Most Dallas police officers and firefighters are officially getting a 10 percent raise.
Without much fanfare or discussion, the Dallas City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a three-year police and fire salary agreement.
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3 KC firefighters injured after being trapped in burning house
KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV) -
Two Kansas City firefighters were taken to the hospital and treated at the scene after being trapped while battling a house fire. Officials say fire crews were at the tail end of fighting the fire when a partial roof collapse happened, leaving three firefighters trapped inside the home with burning debris on them. (video)
KCTV
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 SIGNIFICANT SAN JOSE FIRE INCIDENTS
Structure Fires First Due
12.13.16
Huran Court
Station 16
A full first was dispatched to multiple calls of a garage fire. E16 arrived at 0541 hours and found smoke coming from the garage of a single family structure. Knockdown was achieved at 0549 hours and the fire was placed under control at 0554 hours. There were no reported injuries.
12.15.16
S King Road
Station 16
Fire Communications dispatched Full 1st Alarm assignment after receiving multiple calls regarding a house on fire. Engine 16 arrived and reported smoke from a single story residence. E16 reported that a shed in the backyard of the house was on fire. San Jose Police was requested for traffic control.
12.21.16
Meridian Ave Station 6
Structure response to a report of smoke in a home due to an electrical malfunction. A full first was requested and dispatched due to smoke from the rear of the duplex. Red Cross was requested for 2 individuals and board up was requested with 8 sheets. The fire was under control after 1 hour.
12.21.16 San Antonio Ct Station 34
A full first was dispatched to a report of smoke from the vents. Engine 34 arrived and confirmed visible smoke in a multi-unit structure. A smoldering fire was found in the attic of the structure. There were no reported injuries.
12.21.16 Palmira Way Station 16
Fire Communications dispatched a Full First after receiving multiple reports of smoke in a house due to an electrical issue. Engine 26 arrived on scene and reported fire seen through the front door. All appropriate notifications were made and there were no reported injuries.
12.24.16
W Virginia St
Station 30
Fire Communications dispatched a Full 1st response after receiving after a neighbor reported smoke coming from a duplex. T30 arrived on scene and reported smoke from the attic. San Jose Police Department was requested for traffic control.
2ND ALARM
12.24.16
Holycon Cl
Station 18
Full 1
st
alarm after one call received for smoke in the residence. The first arriving unit reported smoke in the house and a working attic fire. A 2
nd
alarm was requested. San Jose Police Department was requested for traffic control. The fire was placed under control after 45 minutes. No injuries were reported and all appropriate notifications were made.
12.27.16
Shawnee Ln
Station 12
Fire Communications dispatched a Full First Alarm Assignment to a report of a bedroom fire. E12 arrived and reported light smoke at the back of the structure. E12 entered and confirmed a working bedroom fire. The fire was knocked down after 20 minutes. There were no injuries reported.
12.29.16
Heritage Springs Ct
Station 31
Communications received one call reporting smoke from the roof of a house. Engine 31 confirmed a working attic fire upon arrival. The fire was knocked down and placed under control. SJPD, PG&E, and board up were requested.
12.30.16 Auzerias Ave Station 30
Engine 30 requested a full first after seeing a heavy column of smoke from a house across the street from the station. Engine 30 confirmed a working fire with one exposure upon arrival. SJPD assisted with traffic control. PG&E and board up were requested as well.
12.31.16 Davidwood Way Station 21
Full 1st response to multiple reports of black smoke coming from a garage. The first arriving unit reported a working garage fire. PD was requested for traffic control, board up was requested. The fire was placed under control after 1 hour.
RESCUE
12.9.16 Monterey Hwy Station 26
Fire Communications dispatched Engine 26 for reports of a head on vehicle accident with a CPR in progress. Further Reports indicated information about a subject being trapped and upgraded the call to a rescue response as well as requesting a 2
nd
code 3 ambulance. B13 requested a 2
nd
truck company code 3. Patient was extricated 33 minutes after the initial call.
12.23.16
280 North of Bascom Avenue
Station 10
Communications dispatched a Rescue response after receiving a call for a multiple vehicle accident with one vehicle overturned. Three patients were extricated and transported to local hospitals.
12.29.16 Almaden Expressway Station 22
Communications dispatched a Rescue response for a vehicle that drove into the CVS. Engine 22 confirmed one subject was trapped upon arrival. The subject was extricated 25 minutes after dispatch.
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