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Supporting infrastructure today #NEORSD

Posted on July 18, 2017 by rusnivek

Slight change of PIO plans today as I was initially assigned to ESF-13 (Law Enforcement) – I have been reallocated to support infrastructure.

So today, I spent some time with the NorthEast Ohio Regional Sewer District, their PIO/Outreach team, and WallyWaterDrop.

WallyWaterDrop and Jessica from NEORSD sharing important safety tips and stickers with everyone..

Great outreach event with Parent Magazine and with so many from our local area.

Also had a chance to pop a quick Periscope live video too.

Nice work Jen Elting!

Here’s a behind the scenes action shot (aka “making the magic happen”).

PIOs in action! (L to R: K. Sur, WallyWaterDrop, and J. Elting) PC: Chief J. Brewington

Great day to support our partners in public safety esp our PIO pros at NEORSD are an invaluable resource.

Fortunately, there was a Starbucks close by…so you know. #hydration

PIO + Coffee = Happy! PC: Chief J. Brewington

Reporting live with some Starbucks…

@rusnivek

Typical day on the Eisenhower…highway put into place by

Posted on June 17, 2017 by rusnivek

Just your typical afternoon spent on the Eisenhower.

Fire + Police + EMS working tirelessly to help those involved in a MVA

DYK: In 1956 President Eisenhower established the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956 which allocated monies for the creation and development of our national highway system across our country?

Bonus points for those that learned this factoid from the TV show Big Bang Theory and the Sheldon GPS.

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Twinsburg Fire for a bit today

Posted on April 21, 2017 by rusnivek

Spent part of my day at Twinsburg Fire (Summit County, OH).

Great to see Fire Chief Tim Morgan. Fun fact, I first met him when he was a new red helmet. We talked a bit about regionalization as well as building partnerships through our IMTs (Incident Management Teams).

But the fun began when I got a chance to chat with Assistant Fire Chief Steve Bosso about PIO stuff.

And of course other stuff too.

Say it with me: “partnerships”

Trust me, its great to have such an outspoken advocate for safety at Twinsburg and Summit County.

Be safe peeps – always lean on your trusted fellow peeps before the big one hits.

@rusnivek

National Interagency Fire Center Wildfire memorial

Posted on March 15, 2017 by rusnivek

I was fortunate to make a stop at the National Interagency Fire Center

This is where the so many HotShots train and hone their skills

The Wildland Firefighter Foundation sought a special way to recognize firefighters after the loss of 14 lives during the 1994 South Canyon Fire. The Foundation partnered with the National Interagency Fire Center to pursue creation of a monument. Generous donations and tireless work of countless volunteers transformed a section of parking lot into a peaceful park. The Monument was officially dedicated in a ceremony on May 25, 2000.

So many placards displaying fallen Firefighters.

My SnapChat has a more in-depth story including better views w/ Spectacles.

If you ever get out to Idaho, check it out.

Be safe peeps.

@rusnivek

Controlled demolition explosion at 0100 #CLE #Cleveland #Ohio

Posted on February 24, 2017 by rusnivek

At 1AM – Kaboom!

@Illuminatingco Don’t be alarmed! Residents near E 72 and the Shoreway in CLE may hear explosions around 1 a.m. as part of planned demo of Lake Shore Plant.

Bird’s Eye view from @FirstEnergyCorp here.

And @MVielhaber’s wide shot here.

surprisedddd

Don’t be scared. Or scurred. .

@rusnivek

JumpSeatRadio in 3..2..1… #JumpSeatTraining #JumpSeatViews

Posted on February 19, 2017 by rusnivek

Whut. Is. Happening.

Is that Ryan Pennington…that famous JumpSeatViews Firefighter from Charleston Fire?

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Yeppers-that’s JumpSeatTraining.

Oh yes, let’s crash this podcast party.

#famous in 3…2..1…

Listen in here.

Jumpseat Radio 057 PIO with Kevin Sur

In this week’s edition of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes his good friend, and PIO Master, Kevin Sur. Kevin travels around the world serving in multiple roles with local, state, and federal government agencies preparing for emergencies. Kevin is a Social Media Master that teaches the benefits and uses of the multiple platforms to different agencies.

Mahalos to Ryan for letting me crash his party!

Reporting live from behind the JumpSeatMic…

@rusnivek

Kicking off another Basic PIO Course at Wayne Township Fire

Posted on January 31, 2017 by rusnivek

Breaking down more Public Information Officer stuff today at Wayne Township Fire!

PC: Mike Pruitt

Basic Public Information Officer (G-290) for my 29 newest peeps!

And yes, I already brought out the PIO stick!

PC: Ivette Olave

You know we’re going to have some great collaboration today!

Reporting live from the front of the class…

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Hello Detroit Fire~!

Posted on January 23, 2017 by rusnivek

Hello Detroit Fire and EMS!

Glad to see you lads again.

Let’s talk!

@rusnivek

“Never underestimate the power of your water can.” – Lt. Chris Goldsworth

Posted on December 27, 2016 by rusnivek

I was cleaning out a few older files from my cabinet and I came across an old gem from (now retired) Lt. Chris Goldsworth and his love for his water can.

This short video from Bellerose Terrace in New York exemplifies the effectiveness of a water can.

Aside from the 1 3/4, think about the lonely water can which sits poised to do some work.

“Never underestimate the power of your water can.” – Lt. Chris Goldsworth

Stay safe!

@rusnivek

On camera crisis interviews, SnapChat, and FacebookLive showcasing the new Quint

Posted on December 22, 2016 by rusnivek

Doing some PIO camera work today. Don’t be nervous!

Even for the most experienced professional, on camera interviews are challenging, but the more you do them, the easier it gets. Additionally, we were fortunate to have several participants with past media (TV and newspaper) experiences to share with the class too.

Social media? You bet! We talked a ton about SnapChat too.

Also had some fun with FacebookLive.

On the spot interviews showcasing the new Quint.

Great class!

@rusnivek