R
EMEMBERING OUR
FALLEN BROTHERS &
SISTERS
|
Joseph M. Nufer (Ret.)
Fire Captain
Retired: 1-2-1974
Deceased: 3-27-2017
|
Francis Swanson (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
Retired: 4-6-1986
Deceased: 3-8-2017
|
Michael Curcio (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
Retired: 1996
Deceased: 12-11-2016
|
Vince Jangrus (Ret.)
Fire Captain
Retired: 1997
Deceased: 12-8-2016
|
John Arnaz (Ret.)
Arson Investigator
Retired: 1995
Deceased: 11-2016
|
Richard Nelson (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1996
Deceased: 9-11-16
|
William Lowe (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1971
Deceased: 9-5-16
|
Donald Tyson (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
|
Guy Newgren (Ret.)
Battalion Chief
Retired: 1999
Deceased: 7-23-16
|
Michael Spinelli (Ret.)
Fire Fighter
Retired: 1994
Deceased: 7-13-16
|
J.C. Walton (Ret.)
Fire Engineer
Retired: 1973
Deceased: 3-8-16
|
MOTEL EXPLOSION
SJFD making access at after multiple reports of an explosion and a room on fire at the motel. Two patients were transported.
|
Fire Fighter Night
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CALIFORNIA FIRE FOUNDATION
Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 7:15 PM
AT&T Park
San Francisco, CA
|
Day on the Lake
FAR WEST WHEELCHAIR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 7:15 PM
Coyote Lake, Gilroy
contact: Ben Naranjo
|
San Jose Fire Fighters 2015 Year In Review
On Sale at
Local 230 office
|
|
 |
|
Indianapolis Fire invests in Cancer Prevention for Fire Fighters
The Indianapolis Fire Department (IFD) continues to take aim at Cancer in the Fire Service with the recent purchase of a Chemical Detox Sauna, built to help firefighters eliminate deadly toxins from their body after fighting fires. (video) FOX59 News
|
Driver on the run after crashing SUV into San Jose medical building
SAN JOSE - Authorities are looking for a driver who crashed a car into a medical center in East San Jose.
The driver crashed an SUV into the Regional Medical Center at 225 N. Jackson Ave
(video)
KRON4
|
|
Santa Rosa firefighters say they've been underpaid on overtime earnings
SANTA ROSA - Santa Rosa firefighters are suing the city in federal court, claiming they've been systematically cheated out of overtime for years.
The city's 118 unionized firefighters say the city is improperly calculating their overtime pay, and they now want to recoup their losses for the past three years, plus interest, costs and attorney's fees. The suit could cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars based on rough calculations.
Press Democrat
|
|
Inspectors' demand that extension cord be removed may have led to fatal Oakland fire
OAKLAND - Three days before a candle likely ignited a Oakland apartment house blaze that killed four people, inspectors ordered a dangerous extension cord removed from the same room where the fire started.
East Bay Times
|
|
Oakland Fire Department software blamed for inspection lapses
OAKLAND - After a 2011 civil grand jury report excoriated Oakland's building services division, concluding that some inspectors were keeping property records in their desk drawers rather than a central database, the city purchased a multimillion-dollar software system to bring the department into the 21st century.
SF Chronicle
|
|
City declines fire department's request to apply for federal grant
HOLLISTER - The Hollister City Council this week declined to allow the Hollister Fire Department to apply for a federally-funded grant program that would pay a portion of firefighters' salaries before expiring in three years, which the council said could set up another scenario in which firefighters would have to be laid off.
Benito Link
|
Palo Alto erred in bypassing unions on Measure D
PALO ALTO - The city of Palo Alto should have consulted with its public safety unions before authorizing a 2011 ballot measure to repeal a provision on binding arbitration. Mercury News
|
Air Mattress That Saved I-5 Jumper Acquired at Request of Firefighter Stabbed in Trolley Attack
SAN DIEGO- A giant air mattress used by the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) to help a despondent man threatening to jump off a bridge over Interstate 5 last week has an incredible back story.
It all starts with SDFD Firefighter Benjamin Vernon.
Vernon was one of two firefighters who was stabbed during a routine medical call in June 2015. He suffered a punctured lung in the attack and was taken to the hospital.(video)
NBC San Diego
|
Firefighters at San Bernardino school shooting donned body armor
SAN BERNARDINO - When describing a firefighter's uniform, most people would generally picture a fireman's helmet and big heavy fire resistant coats.
|
Senior Walk - Valley Fair Mall
San Jose Fire Fighters and Fire Explorers were proud to once again join the 12th Annual West Valley Senior Walk, hosted by Councilmembers Chappie Jones and Dev Davis at Valley Fair Mall. Volunteers assisted in Blood Pressure checks and hands on CPR instruction.
EARTHDAY 2017
San Jose Fire Fighters joined SJ Fire Explorers and volunteers throughout San Jose for this year's Great American Litter Pick-up. Thanks to all who helped make a difference today for our City and Earth!!
|
Former Pasadena Fire Chief Collaborates to Develop First-of-its-Kind Fitness Training Program for Fire Service Aspirants
Becoming a firefighter is no easy task and for many, there is one test that must be passed to kickstart the respected public service career - a test that more and more are failing at high rates. Former Pasadena Fire Chief Calvin Wells took matters into his own hands and collaborated to help develop a first of its kind fitness training program designed specifically for those seeking a career in the fire service (video). Pasadena Now
|
The Heart Exposure to high heat and physical exertion may increase risk of heart attacks, study says
Intense heat and strain appear to put firefighters at a greater risk of heart attack, a new study finds.
The physical demands of firefighting may trigger the formation of blood clots and impair blood vessel function -- two factors associated with increased risk of heart attack and stroke, researchers in Scotland report.
HealthDay
|
Legislation introduced in Senate to reauthorize AFG, SAFER
WASHINGTON - On April 5, Senators John McCain joined others and introduced legislation reauthorizing the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant programs. The bill extends the authorization for AFG and SAFER through FY 2023 and eliminates a "sunset" provision currently set to take effect in January 2018 that would eliminate the programs. Fire Rescue1
|
MedStar ambulance service using Lyft for low-priority calls
FORT WORTH -- It's rare that Sharon Johnson misses church on Sunday mornings. But last Sunday was a painful exception. "My whole face was swollen, and I needed to go to the hospital," the 58-year-old from Fort Worth said. A nasty toothache had her calling MedStar for help. But instead of sending an ambulance, they sent something else. It was a Lyft driver who showed up at her door.
WFAA
|
FDNY creates body-armor clad EMS units for mass casualty situations
NEW YORK - The FDNY has beefed up its preparedness for mass casualty incidents by creating special EMS units equipped to enter danger zones and triage victims on the spot - even if police haven't yet secured the area, the Daily News has learned.
NY Daily News
|
SIGNIFICANT SAN JOSE FIRE INCIDENTS
HIGH RISE
4.3.17
Senter Rd/Needles
Station 26 SJ District 7
Communications received a call of a fire in a bathroom vent. A HiRise response was dispatched, E26 arrived on scene and reported smoke coming from a vent on the outside of the building. Upon investigation, they found an apartment that was full of smoke, and a Level 2 was requested and. quickly canceled after finding a fire contained to the bathroom.
4.3.17
Station 2 SJ District 5
Fire Communications dispatched an engine and truck to the report of a residential gas line that was struck. While enroute Engine 21 upgraded the call to a structure response. The first arriving unit reported and large line that was hit with an uncontrolled gas leak and began evacuating surrounding residences. PG&E was notified to respond. SJPD assisted with traffic control and all appropriate notifications were made. All units were cleared after 1.5 hours.
RESCUE - ALUM ROCK PARK
4.8.17
Alum Rock Park
Station 19 SJ District 4
A park ranger contacted San Jose Fire to report a hiker having a medical emergency on a trail inside Alum Rock Park. E19 and E619 responded along with USAR Company 34. As details came in it became clear that the patient would not be able to hike out on their own, so USAR-I was requested for its 4-wheel drive capability. Battalion 1 and 2 attached to the call. The Incident Commander made a request to Communications to inquire about the availability of a helicopter with winch capabilities. The helicopter request was cancelled after the USAR-I was able to bring the patient down the hill. The incident was placed under control after 3 hours.
4.10.17 C
roply Ave
Station 23 SJ District 4
Structure response for a report of a vehicle on fire inside a garage. The call was upgraded to a Full 1st. E19 arrived on scene and advised that smoke was coming from the house. The fire was contained to the garage/vehicle. The fire was under control after 30 minutes. PGE was requested, as well as board-up.
4.10.17 Clearview Dr. Station 19 SJ District 4
Structure response and subsequent full first for a report of dark smoke coming out of the front door of a residence. First unit arrived on scene and reported smoke coming out of the front door. Upon investigation, units found some furniture on fire, and the fire was under control after 20 minutes. No injuries were reported, and all appropriate notifications were made.
.
4.13.17 Rose Ave Station 2 SJ District 5
A full first was dispatched to multiple reports of a house fire. E2 arrived and found a working fire in the front room of a single story duplex. The fire was knocked down after 20 minutes hours and placed under control. One civilian was treated for injuries. Red Cross responded for 6 occupants displaced by the fire.
4.15.17 Monterey Rd Station 3 SJ District 7
A full first was dispatched to multiple calls of an explosion and fire from a room at the Casa Linda Motel. E3 arrived at and found active fire from a large one story motel. Two civilians were treated for injuries. The fire was knocked down and placed under control after 40 minutes.
4.15.17 Story Rd Station 2 SJ District 5
A full first was dispatched to multiple calls of the Weinerschnitzel on fire. E2 arrived and found a working fire at the business. There were no reported injuries.
4.16.17 Hickerson Dr Station 21 SJ District 5
Full 1st alarm assignment to a report of a structure fire. The first arriving unit reported there was smoke showing on the Charlie side of the structure. PG&E assisted with securing utilities. Red Cross and Board up were requested. The fire was placed under control after 1 hour.
4.16.17 Farmhouse Ct Station 12 SJ District 10
A full first was dispatched to a call from the occupant stating that a refrigerator was on fire in the garage. E12 arrived at and confirmed there was a working fire in the garage of a two story, single family home. The fire was quickly knocked down and there were no reported injuries.
4.17.17 Locust St Station 3 SJ District 3
Multiple calls reporting and explosion and smoke from a house. The first arriving unit reported smoke from the Charlie side of the structure. PG&E assisted with securing utilities, SJPD assisted with traffic control and Board Up was requested.
4.17.17 Pepitone Ave Station 3 SJ District 3
Full1st assignment to a report of a vegetation fire threatening multiple structures. The first arriving unit reported 2 houses involved. PG&E assisted with securing utilities. The fire was placed under control after 45 minutes
HAZ MAT
4.18.17 S Captiol Ave Station 21 SJ District 5
Full 1
st
response to a report of a broken gas line. The first arriving unit reported a ½ inch gas line that was venting and broken before the meter. PG&E assisted with securing the gas line. No injuries were reported and all appropriate notifications were made.
4.18.17 Station 2 SJ District 5
Two calls were received for smoke from a house. Engine 2 arrived on scene and found a fire in an upstairs bedroom. The fire was contained to one room and was extinguished by the full first units. Red Cross was called out for 5 adults and 3 children.
4.19.17 Alamo Dr Station 12 SJ District 10
Communications received a call from someone saying that something blew up in the attic and there was black smoke in the garage. A Full1st was dispatched and E12 arrived on scene reporting smoke from the attic. After making access to the garage, it was reported that there was some smoldering, but no active fire. All utilities were secured
4.25.17 Emerick Av Station 2 SJ District 5
Report of black smoke from a window was received and a full first assignment was dispatched. Engine 2 had to force entry as there was no one home. A fire in a rear room of the house was extinguished with no extension.
4.28.17 Los Esteros Road Station 25 SJ District 4
Single engine to investigate report of heavy smoke in the area. A Full 1
st
was dispatched by the request of the E25. E25 arrived on scene and reported a large pile of Class A materials on fire. The fire was contained after 1 hour.
|
|
|
