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Posted @withregram • @fdny Today the #FDNY remembers four brave members who made the Supreme Sacrifice on January 23, 2005, in two separate fires. It’s a day that’s known in the Department as “Black Sunday.” Six firefighters were battling a three-alarm fire in a four-story building in the Bronx. While searching the fourth floor for occupants believed to be trapped, the fire and extreme heat intensified, trapping the firefighters and forcing them to jump from the fourth floor window to the ground below. They all suffered critical, life-threatening injuries. Lt. Curtis Meyran of #Battalion26 and Lt. John Bellew of #Ladder27 died that day of their injuries. Lt Joseph DiBernardo of #Rescue3 endured multiple surgical procedures before he died on November 22, 2011. In a separate incident on January 23, 2005, firefighter Richard T. Sclafani of #Ladder103 died while fighting a fire in Brooklyn. Firefighter Sclafani and members of Ladder 103 were among the first to arrive on the scene of a basement fire in a two-story private dwelling. They immediately began searching for trapped occupants and for the location of the fire. During search operations, firefighter Sclafani was separated from his company. He was found minutes later unconscious, in respiratory arrest on the basement stairs. He died of his injuries that day.
Posted @withregram • @fdny Tonight, #FDNY members attended a vigil at the 32nd Precinct for NYPD Police Officer Jason Rivera, who was murdered last night in the line of duty. The Department stands with the men and women of the NYPD and mourns the loss of this courageous young man.
Repost from @fdny: #FDNY Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro today announced his retirement from the FDNY, effective Feb 16, 2022. He is the fourth longest serving Fire Commissioner in FDNY history, and one of only 6 individuals to hold every rank. “Dan and I have had an amazing relationship over our long careers in public service. He’s a tireless champion for New Yorkers, and a friend who I’ve leaned on time and again,” said Mayor Eric Adams. “From overseeing the heroic 9/11 rescue and recovery efforts to leading the FDNY’s unwavering response during the pandemic, Dan has worked tirelessly to protect all New Yorkers. New Yorkers, whether they know it or not, are all safer because of the work he’s done and owe him their thanks. Dan defines public service and will be deeply missed by me and the entire department.” “Since the day I raised my right hand 53 years ago and followed my father into the greatest fire department in the world, I have been blessed, privileged, and truly honored to serve the people of our great city,” said Fire Commissioner Nigro. “On days of triumphant rescues and during times of unimaginable loss, the members of the FDNY — our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, fire marshals, fire inspectors, and civilian staff — have always answered the call. They are extraordinary people and are deeply committed to protecting the lives and property of all New Yorkers. It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as their Fire Commissioner.” In June 2014, he was appointed the 33rd Fire Commissioner. He has overseen FDNY’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the highest period of medical calls in NYC history and the creation of a vaccination program for FDNY members and homebound New Yorkers, and executed a recruitment campaign that led to the most diverse group of applicants in FDNY history, with more women and people of color now serving as firefighters than at any point in FDNY’s 157-year history. Read full story on @fdny.
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Posted @withregram • @fdny “When they arrived, #Engine292 and #Ladder155 saw two individuals out approximately 40 feet on the pond. Firefighter John Fils Aime and Probationary Firefighter Conor O'Malley donned their cold-water rescue suits, they attached tether lines and made entry into the water. Both Firefighter Fils Aime and Probationary Firefighter O’Malley were able to secure the individuals with buoyant life rings, and the other #FDNY members on land pulled them into shore. This successful rescue of these individuals is a direct reflection of the constant training we do for these situations,” said FDNY Battalion Chief Chris Paolicelli from the scene of a Ice Rescue at Baisley Pond Park in Queens. Probationary Firefighter Conor O’Malley said, “Every roll call we have a designated member who is assigned the water rescue position. When the alarm went off I immediately began to put on my cold-water rescue suit. When we got on scene myself and Firefighter Fils Aime along with members of @NYPD ESU Truck 9 entered the water. It was a group effort among the members on land and the members in the water to achieve a positive outcome for the individuals.”
Posted @withregram • @fdny The Department is mourning the loss of Firefighter Christopher P. Viviano, 53, from COVID-19. Firefighter Viviano was a 22-year veteran of the Department. He joined the FDNY in August 1999 and was assigned to Ladder Company 157 in Brooklyn. In his outstanding career he was cited once for bravery. “Firefighter Viviano is the 16th member of the Department to die due to COVID-19,” said Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro. “We have lost far too many incredible people like Christopher to this terrible illness. He dedicated his life to the noble mission of bravely protecting life and property in our city. Our entire Department mourns his loss.” Firefighter Viviano was a World Trade Center first responder and a veteran Firefighter whose actions saved the lives of others every day of his career. He is the second active #FDNY Firefighter to die due to COVID-19. A resident of Long Island, he is survived by his wife, their three children, his parents, and his two brothers.
In celebration of #NationalMentoringMonth, join us to meet members of the #FDNY Firefighter Candidate Mentorship Program. This initiative pairs Firefighter Candidates with Fire Officers or #Firefighters who serve as their Mentors throughout the hiring process. If the Mentees become Probationary Firefighters, the Mentors also provide them with guidance during the Fire Academy and the early part of their career.
Today, learn about Mentor #Engine298 #Firefighter Benjamin Chou and his Mentee #Ladder140 Firefighter Andrew Dolgin.
“I was a Mentee in the Mentorship Program as a Proby. I benefited a lot from the program during that time and I think it’s a great program,” said Chou. “Once I got the chance, I became a Junior Mentor first, and eventually leveled up to having my own Mentees as a Mentor. Andrew was my first Mentee out of five Mentees to graduate from the Fire Academy. He was very motivated and that made mentoring him easy. He really wanted to get on the job, so I tried to help him as best as I could and it went great. Being a Mentor is very rewarding. You see your Mentees in the beginning stages from the hiring process, then the Fire Academy and then to see them walk across the stage at graduation is a great feeling.”
“I was an EMT since 2016 and then I was sworn in as a Probationary Firefighter in 2018. It was helpful to have a Mentor along the way,” added Dolgin. “I had friends on the job who told me what to expect, but my Mentor would give me pointers with workouts and he provided extra reading materials that helped me in the Academy. He also offered his help anytime, was easy to communicate with and he offered a visit to his firehouse to show me what life is like once you become a Firefighter. The Mentorship Program was very valuable for me being a first-generation Firefighter. The top three things that got me through the Academy were reading, working out and communicating with my Mentor.” #FFCMP
Exam #7001 Candidates: If you’re at Step 4, remember you can train at our free fitness sessions at “The Rock” on @randallsisland each week. In addition to exercising on your own, training with our Fitness Unit instructors will help you prepare for the 18-week Fire Academy. Stay #FDNYFit!
The #FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention is currently looking for more Associate Electrical Inspectors to join Inspector Vandyke Williams in helping to keep the residents, employees and visitors of #NewYorkCity safe. If you have experience in this field and a passion for assisting the community, take a few minutes today to learn more about this career opportunity at JoinFDNY.com.
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The FDNY Fire Safety Education Unit shared safety information today at the 16th annual pre Lunar New Year celebration in Queens. For online #FDNYSmart tips, visit http://fdnysmart.org.
FDNY remembers four brave members who made the Supreme Sacrifice on Black Sunday, 17 years ago today. Read more: http://bit.ly/3AtgLKL
FDNY mourns @NYPDnews Police Officer Jason Rivera. Read more: http://bit.ly/32oLTyB
Fire Department of New York (FDNY) Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro today announced his retirement from the FDNY, effective on February 16, 2022. Commissioner Nigro is one of only six individuals to hold every rank in the Department. Read more: http://bit.ly/3tO6A2m
Share this news! The #FDNY has civilian job openings. View the latest career postings today at http://bit.ly/3nKC0mh.