Glad to see July is here and look what new equipment came in today:
Looking forward to doing some work with my Vanguard MK-1 gloves.
Initial observation – these Vanguard gloves are super soft!
Shout out to the team Nick, Andy, and Ryan!
I’m no genius, but if your fireworks say this…
…then you likely could get hurt. So please PLEASE be careful this 4th of July holiday.
Also, fireworks are expensive. Leave it to the pros.
Here’s a quick news story with my friend Euclid Fire Capt Jay Northup on the dangers of fireworks who was injured a few months ago in NE Ohio. (click on the picture)
Fire Captain Jay Northup suffered a severe head injury, two ruptured eardrums, second-degree burns, and multiple bruises and cuts requiring 35 stitches after an accident involving fireworks. / AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
Again, I would highly recommend that you leave the fireworks to the pros.
Don’t forget to say outloud when it happens #PullRightForLights
“Pull Right for Lights”
Maybe consider using this FREE graphic for your campaigns too.
Sooooo, is this like a winter condom for your fire hydrant?
Glow in the dark reflective so you can find it better in the dark!!!
I love the extra effort people make to support their local fire department.
#SafetySur approves!
Got a chance to swing by Amazon Day-1 to say hi to a few friends.
And if you are going to ask, we did NOT meet in the new Amazon Spheres.
However, I did see the famous Banana stand – It’s totes real!!!!!
Aside from their new drone delivery (Amazon Air), there was lots of discussion on the new Amazon HQ2 location.
Yo Jeff, I got some ideas.
Special thanks to Suz and G-crew for the quick tour and banana.
Now, about that Amazon Fire thingy…
Hitting it hard to provide for the residents of the Florida Keys – our team readies the third Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Islamorada.
Proud to see this one up to serve the northern keys. The artwork definitely reflects the dangers of the job and previous disasters.
DRC is located in the second floor of the Fire Station so I feel right at home.
Also glad to see the new recruit class working hard too.
Reporting live from my third Disaster Recovery Center grand opening…
Second and final day of our Ohio EMA Emergency Planning course!
We are going to dive deep into CPG-101 and talk about how we can increase our ability to write better EOP base plans and enhance our annexes.
All four groups firing all the way as they work through challenges in formulation of SMEs for plans.
Dynamic chatter esp focusing in on American Red Cross and Emergency Management when it comes to bringing people to the table.
Dove deep into how CPG101 applies, incorporating the NRF, lots on NIMS compliance, and of course ICS requirements. Discussion also lead to a few case studies including Hurricane Jacob Cat-5 to Cat-2 hit.
Also fortunate to have key players from CERT, HAM, EM, and law enforcement at the table discussing challenges with paid vs volunteer staffing and accounting for resources.
I want to give a major shoutout to Alicen and Tim for their hospitality this week for the Ohio EMA G-235 course. Most gracious and hospitable course coordinators.
Now go forth and formulate good EOPs!
Welcome to another solid start of Ohio EMA’s G-235: Emergency Planning course!
Thank you to Ashtabula County EMA for hosting this class for participants from three different FEMA regions. Here’s Ashtabula County EMA Deputy Director Tim Settles welcoming message to all our participants.
I immediately started involving them on identifying solid planning system characteristics.
Great discussion among Fire representatives, Emergency Management, and Red Cross professionals.
Additionally, CERT and HAM radio operators’ involvement was critical in plan writing as they will be testing/using those annexes.
Team leads from the Ohio National Guard / 52nd Civil Support Unit attended and worked closely with leadership from local/county EMAs.
Outstanding first day of class!
SundayFunday right?
Ambo 93, Ambo 42, and Truck-3 were obv out.
Views from the pad on Sunday.
@rusnivek
Final day of ICS-300!
This morning, we will be talking a bit about allocation and resource management.
Despite the disaster or emergency, It is critical that we continue to be fiscally responsible to the communities we serve. Let me dispel the common misnomer – there is no such thing as an unlimited budget for disaster response/recovery. We must utilize our resources accordingly to best maximize our time. Much like everything else in life, all resources and personal must be accounted for and justified.
Shout out to BFD and their hospitality this week as we help our local partners, state agencies, and DoD assets in preparation for their upcoming NSSE.
Thanks BFD!
After three long days in class, it’s great to have so many smiling faces
Smiles and shakas from my ICS-300 class!
I’m just proud to have so much participation and networking in class.
Ribbit.
Where is @rusnivek? 