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09/16/2025

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FDNY gathered at Greater St. Stephen United Church of God in Brooklyn to lay to rest fire Lieutenant Elbert Washington.


On Monday, family, friends, and members of the FDNY gathered at Greater St. Stephen United Church of God in Brooklyn to lay to rest Lieutenant Elbert Washington.

Lt. Washington joined the FDNY in 1973 and went on to serve 25 years, becoming the first Black firefighter assigned to a rescue company. He worked at Rescue 2 for 11 years. A trailblazer, mentor, and former president of the Vulcan Society, his legacy of service and leadership will continue to inspire generations to come.

09/11/2025

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24 years later, we honor the 343 FDNY firefighters lost on 9/11 and the 402 more taken by post-9/11 illnesses. Their courage united a city and a nation.

We will never forget.

08/30/2025

Listen to Sherry by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. See lyrics and music videos, find Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons tour dates, buy concert tickets, and more!

08/29/2025

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All:

We regret to pass on that NY LifeNet Flight Paramedic Kevin Robert suffered a fatal heart attack, losing his life in the Line of Duty while treating a patient in flight on Wednesday night.

PM Robert was on board a LifeNet flight with a patient, flight nurse and pilot, bound for Albany Med when it happened. The helicopter immediately diverted to Saratoga Hospital, but they couldn’t save Robert’s life.

PM Robert dedicated his life to serving others as a paramedic and fire service member.

Saratoga County EMS said his legacy will live on in the countless lives he saved, the colleagues he mentored and the organization he helped to build.

Robert served in various fire and emergency medical services – mostly recently at Malta-Stillwater Ambulance. He also taught in the Paramedic program at Hudson Valley Community College and was a member of several area fire-rescue services as well.

Our Condolences to all those affected. Rest In Peace.

Take care. Be careful. Pass it on.

BillyG

The Secret List 8/28/2025-2116 Hours

www.FireFighterCloseCalls.com

08/29/2025

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Pulse Check 2025

Dear NYS EMS Providers,

THE FUTURE OF THE NEW PULSE CHECK STARTS NOW!
A one-day event with a focus on Today’s Youth - Tomorrows Future

DATE: Sunday, October 5, 2025

TIME: 9:30AM to 3:00PM

LOCATION: Rockland County Fire Training Center & EMS Academy

ADDRESS: 35 Firemans Memorial Drive, Ponoma, NY 10970

REGISTRATION:

Youth Members 17 and under $10.00

Adults 18 and over $15

Register by October 1, 2025

EVENT SCHEDULE: (Subject to change.)

9:30-9:45 – Welcome and opening remarks

9:45-10:30 – Keynote Speaker - The Future of EMS Starts with YOU

10:30-11:15 – PANEL From Youth Squad to EMS Leadership

11:15-12:00 – YOUTH MEMBER TRACK: Workshop-Developing a competitive drill team

11:15-12:00 – YOUTH ADVISOR TRACK: Drill Team Administration

12:00-12:45 – Networking LUNCH

12:45-1:30 – Public Information and Appropriate Media Use in EMS

1:30-2:00 – Workshop - TIK TOK for Recruitment-YOUTHS in action

2:00-2:45 – Youth Leadership 101 Leading from within

2:45-3:00 – Closing remarks and Recognition

NYSVARA ANNUAL MEETING

3:30-5:00 - NYSVARA Annual meeting

*Election results, Scholarship presentation, Awards presentation, Memorial presentation, Old Business and New Business, Officers reports-statewide and Committee Recap

08/28/2025

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Respect for EMS
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08/27/2025

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The [ ](https://x.com/hashtag/PickettFire?src=hashtag_click) is 6,803 acres, and 21% contained.
Damage inspection teams are working to identify structures that have been impacted by fire.

You can find details on evacuations here: [https://protect.genasys.com/search?z=11.513155428135041](https://t.co/NS8m0TeeNG)
For the latest information on the fire, please visit: [https://fire.ca.gov](https://t.co/mEGG0jDHZL)
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08/24/2025

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near Mt. Baldy

Angeles NF firefighters supported by “Goliath” the Type 1 Helitanker are working the lightning fire. The fire is currently 1/2 acre in size.

No threat to the community.

near Mt. Baldy Angeles NF firefighters supported by “Goliath” the Type 1 Helitanker are working the lightning fire. The fire is currently 1/2 acre in size. No threat to the community.

08/22/2025

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Pulse Check 2025

Dear NYS EMS Providers,

THE FUTURE OF THE NEW PULSE CHECK STARTS NOW!
A one-day event with a focus on Today’s Youth - Tomorrow's Future

DATE: Sunday, October 5, 2025

TIME: 9:30AM to 3:00PM

LOCATION: Rockland County Fire Training Center & EMS Academy

ADDRESS: 35 Firemans Memorial Drive, Ponoma, NY 10970

Special Awards
A PERFECT WAY TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

NYSVARA & Pulse Check would like to offer you the opportunity to submit your nominations for the following award recognition:

EMS Meritorious Award
EMS Unit Citation
EMS Youth Squad of Excellence
EMS Educator of Excellence
EMS Leadership Award
EMS Person of Excellence- ALS
EMS Person of Excellence- BLS
EMS Youth Squad Member of Excellence
EMS Communications Specialist of Excellence
Registered Nurse of Excellence
Emergency Medical Care Provider (MD, DO, NP, PA) of Excellence
Civilian Star of Life Award
Richard W.O. Beebe Exemplary Educator Award

08/21/2025

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At 4:19 AM, Volunteer Firefighters from

and surrounding companies responded to a house fire in the 600 block of Linden Lane, . A 66 year old female, was transported to Shock Trauma by a

EMS unit.
responded.

08/16/2025

NEED 1 NYS LICENSED EMT FOR AMATEUR WRESTLING EVENT. 1:00 P.M. TO 3:00 P. M. AT KIPPS BAY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 1930 RANDALL AVENUE, BRONX NY 10473.
PLEASE CONTACT MR. MICHAEL EAGLE OF EMT SOLOUTIONS AT
(917) 968-9471. CASH PAID IN HAND AT END OF SHIFT.

08/12/2025

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Steel Mill Explosion
400 State Street
Clairton, PA 56557

SITUATION REPORT
Incident: Explosion & Mass Casualty Incident – Claritin, Pennsylvania US Steel Plant
Date: August 11, 2025
Time of Incident: 10:30 AM
Report Time: 7:00 PM

Summary:
At approximately 10:30 AM, an explosion occurred at the US Steel Plant in Claritin, PA, resulting in a mass casualty incident with over 10 injuries, entrapment and 2 fatalities. Local emergency services, mutual aid crews, and disaster relief partners such as EDS received a request for support At 11:02 AM. EDS crews arrived on scene at 11:27 AM and immediately began operations in coordination with first responders and other agencies.

Current Operations:
EDS crews are providing cold beverages, hot meals, snacks, and emergency rehab support for first responders and recovery crews.

Services & Distribution to Date:

Bottled Water: 562 bottles distributed

Gatorade: 874 bottles distributed

Hot Meals: 350 meals served

Snacks: Ongoing distribution to responders

Food Donations Provided By:

Fellini’s Pizzeria – Elizabeth, PA

Primanti Brothers – Mount Lebanon, PA

McDonald’s - Pittsburgh PA
Coordination:

EDS personnel remain embedded at the rehab sector, operating alongside fire, EMS, and law enforcement partners to ensure hydration, nutrition, and rest for emergency crews actively working in hazardous conditions.

Next Steps / Continuing Operations:

Continue food and beverage distribution throughout the operational period

Monitor responder health and hydration levels in the rehab area

Maintain liaison with Incident Command for updated needs

Prepare for additional food service if incident extends into the evening

Point of Contact:
LT. Thomas Perez – Salvation Army Washington County Emergency Disaster Services
(412) 443-1258