IN MEMORY OF CORY D. IVERSON
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On the one-year mark of the loss of our brother, FAE Cory Iverson, a memorial plaque was revealed honoring his life as a dedicated husband, father, friend and firefighter.
A wooden plaque engraved with Cory's last name was presented to San Diego Station 30 (Dulzura) where Cory was assigned. The plaque was hand-carved by the Amador-El Dorado strike team that covered some of the San Diego Stations, including Station 30, while the crews attended the memorial service.
VIP Photographer, Kevin Pack, had two framed, metal images engraved with the CAL FIRE logo and an image of Cory; one presented to Ashley and the other to
Station 30.
It was a heartfelt gathering to remember the ultimate sacrifice Cory made one year ago. He will never be forgotten.
Photos by Patrick Walker
HERO'S ROCK
Earlier this month, the Scott and Trish Snyder from
Hero's Rock travelled cross country to bring custom tribute rockers to Cory Iverson's daughters.
They were presented to the Iverson family at the Hemet-Ryan Airbase alongside personnel from both the airbase and San Diego Unit. The rockers were beautifully hand-crafted and no detail was spared.
Photos Courtesy of CAL FIRE San Diego
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Due to State Rank Director, Tim Edwards, winning the Presidency by acclamation, the Board will be appointing an interim State Rank & File Director for the remaining year of the term. Members in good standing that are interested in this interim position should email Wendy Powell at
[email protected] for the Board to consider.
The next nomination period for State Rank & File Director will be held in September of 2019 for the 2020-2022 term.
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Your contact information is vital.
In case of an emergency or incident we need your correct information, especially your cell phone/email, so we can locate you to provide assistance.
Make sure you update your:
Phone numbers (home/cell)
Address
Make sure to also provide us with a cell phone number if you currently have a landline on file with us as cell phones are more reliable.
If you have a PO Box, please also provide us with a physical address, which we will not use for mailing purposes.
We are here to help. Help us find you.
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NEW YORK FIREFIGHTERS INJURED IN BACKDRAFT
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Video Captures Terrifying Explosion During Five-Alarm Fire
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MESSAGE FROM YOUR STATE RETIREE DIRECTOR
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CAL FIRE Local 2881 Retiree Event 4.0
The Retiree Event is being held for 2881 Retirees and guests during the week of our Annual Convention. On Saturday, January 12, 2019, from 3-5pm please come and visit with friends and past coworkers. Attire is casual and public parking is available across the street in the lot. We are looking forward to seeing you. If you have any questions, please call Sam Davis at the number below or use the email address.
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Sam Davis
State Retiree Director
916-747-0194
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Event Location: Morgan Room
Sacramento Sheraton Grand Hotel, 2nd floor
1230 J St,
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 447-1700
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IAFF Staff- Are you dating or married to a fire fighter or paramedic? You might find that the same personal qualities that drew you to your partner - courage, commitment and selflessness - can also be a source of friction in your marriage or family life.
To adapt and cope with the unique challenges of having a partner in the fire service, here are five realities you need to face:
1. You may feel like a runner-up to your spouse's firehouse family.
The reality of the profession is that your spouse will likely spend as much or more time with their crew than at home with you. Over the course of long shifts and close calls, your spouse will likely develop a close bond with their brothers and sisters at the firehouse. Instead of trying to compete with this bond, learn to embrace their second family. After all, this source of support is critical to your spouse's physical and emotional survival at work. While sha
ring your spouse is never easy, remember that you can also rely on the support and resources of the firehouse family if ever you are in need.
2. Your spouse will be emotionally distant at times.
Your spouse might be the most outgoing member at the station, or the first crew member to enter a burning building to save a complete stranger. Yet, when they return home and the adrenaline has worn off, you may be dealing with a partner who is exhausted, withdrawn and detached. After two days of sleeping alone, you may be eager to re-establish intimacy, only to find your partner is content to spend time alone. Some fire fighters and paramedics simply need a buffer zone, or some downtime to mentally transition to the home environment. For others, however, emotional detachment can be a sign of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can get worse over time if the right support systems aren't in place.
3. Shift work means sacrifice.
Whether your fire fighter spouse works a 14, 24, or 48-hour shift, they will always be operating on a different schedule than the rest of the world. This creates unique emotional, social and logistical challenges for any family, especially those with young children. Your spouse will miss many bath times, dinners and weekend plans with friends. The unpredictability of being called in on days off is always looming. Despite these challenges, shift work can possess some advantages over a traditional 9-5 job, including consecutive days off and more daytime availability to spend with kids.
4. The biggest health threats are those you can't see.
Your spouse's life is potentially on the line during every call they respond to. Despite advances in health and safety, fire fighters are injured at an alarming rate. Accepting the risk of injury and fatality is a sobering reality for fire fighter families. However, it's more often the invisible injuries that claim the lives of brave men and women on the frontlines. The unique occupational stressors of the fire service mean higher rates of cancer, heart disease, PTSD and other serious health conditions. Read our recent blog, Protecting Those Who Protect Others, to learn more about how you can help your loved one stay healthy on and off the job.
5. You are not alone.
While being the spouse of a fire fighter or paramedic can be emotionally grueling, support is available specifically for you. Fire fighter spouse support groups offer ways to connect with others who can relate to the emotional highs and lows of having a loved one in the fire service. While spouse support groups are more common in large urban departments, online communities, such as Firestrong and Fire Wife Sisterhood, offer online support and resources.
Are you concerned about changes in mood, behavior or substance use by your spouse? If you are feeling shut out by your partner and believe he or she needs help, consider calling The IAFF Center of Excellence. This 64-bed comprehensive treatment center is designed exclusively for IAFF members struggling with PTSD, addiction and other co-occurring mental health problems. Call 855-999-9845 today for a no-obligation, free and confidential screening for your loved one.
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PHILLY FIREFIGHTERS EXPLAIN WHY MEALTIME IS 'SECRET SAUCE' OF FIREHOUSE
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PHILADELPHIA - Firefighter Justin Easley formed the meatballs, rolling them between his palms, then set canned tomatoes on to simmer in a skillet with garlic and onions. That's when the station bell at Ladder 5 went off and Easley twisted off the burner, sprinted for the door, threw on his gear and jumped on the truck with the rest of his crew.
For firefighters, dinnertime is a race against the clock. The inevitable smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector goes off a mile or two away, the call comes in for a stuck elevator or smell of smoke, and everything skids to a halt, utensils are dropped - everyone's out the door.
But in quieter moments, mealtime is when firefighters and medics sit together as members of the weird and specific families they become, families with their own rituals, rules and inside jokes. That's why Easley makes the tomato sauce from scratch, why he adds healthy touches like a salad on the side. He wouldn't serve a lousy meal to his family, would he?
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Your voice matters!
Make sure you sign up to be a Retired CAL FIRE Local 2881 member so you can vote and be heard.
Contact our office today (916) 609-8700
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| Matt Brown & Lupe Ramirez in Worcester supporting our fallen brother Christopher Roy |
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THE NEW AND IMPROVED CAL FIRE MUSEUM WEBSITE IS UP AND RUNNING! HEAD OVER AND CHECK IT OUT. JERRY AND THE TEAM WORKED HARD ON THIS PROJECT. GREAT JOB!
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Fairplex SoCal &
NHRA Drag Racing
Fairplex is pleased to share a special offer for 15% off admission to the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Lucas Oil Winternationals scheduled for February 7-10 , 2019.
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If you need to talk to someone, Peer Support is available, call EAP at
1-(866)-EAP-4SOC
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