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I'm here at FDIC and will be doing a book signing at 1400 at the bookstore. The book is full of stories from when I was a firefighter in Ladder 17 and Squad 41. The reader will learn the effects of improper ventilation, signs of flashover, and signs of Collapse stop by say hello.

A lot to consider. A factory converted to a MD with a 3 Story type 5 addition on roof. Get out and know your buildings.

First-Due Battalion Chief 06/13 by Fire Engineering Podcast | Education blogtalkradio.com/fireengine…

We put out a lot of fire using these vents last night with direct access to the cockloft – at Danbury, CT

Another example of conditions on roof not matching what crew sees on inside. According to DC Dunn. Go with roof report.

Vacant doesn’t always mean unoccupied. Check for signs of entry. Look for cables through windows. Always verify stability first if going to enter. – at Centre Island, NY

Think out of box. If you can’t get it from front or rear think about breaching wall in exposure – at Bronx, NY

Not sure why they lock up their hose. My guess it’s there for wild land fires. I believe Greece gets them frequently.

Great birthday in Mykonos with Jean. Thanks to all birthday wishes.

Sometimes we need a portable on roof – at Mahopac, NY

Riding September 9 with 343 ride again across Connecticut. Have T Shirts available to help support ride.

This garbage compactor was originally built as an incinerator which means the walls are brick. Nevertheless they can still present problems if brick is compromised or flue is blocked. – at Mahopac, NY

Congratulations to my man Corky. He got the call for his promotion to Deputy Chief June 13. – at Mahopac, NY

If you go through a door in a lobby it needs to be chocked open for other units coming in if it doesn’t negatively effect ventilation

They keep us in business

Thanks for having me Harrisburg

The companies did outstanding job early this morning. Came over as an odor of smoke at intersection. Received an update for larger building. Turned out to be roof of exposure. The importance of going to your position. Roof FF found this.

Just as important to know where shut off is at an operation. Water can cause extensive damage after fires knocked down