`	On  Wednesday,  January 18th,  Squad and Pumper Tanker 57 responded as part of the house fire assignment in Prospect Terrace.

The pumper tanker stretched the back up line and was requested to the fire floor. The fire was extinguished within 20 minutes of the first arriving units. Units operated for 2 hours. Chief 63 had the command. 
  
Year begins with a tragedy in the first due area
On Saturday,  January 7th,  Station 57 personnel were dispatched to a 2 car MVA with injuries and multiple people trapped. The squad responded withing minutes of dispatch followed closely by the pumper tanker. 

Units arrived to find a 2 car accident head-on with 2 people entrapped, 1 patient ejected from the vehicle and 2 with serious injuries but not entrapped.

EMS resources arrived quickly to attend to the patients not in need of extrication. The squad and mutual aid companies went to work dilligently trying to free trapped occupants from their vehicles. The pumper tanker secured the hazards. Despite the best efforts of all involved, the accident resulted in the deaths of four occupants.  Chief 57A (Mcguane) had the command. Uunits on scene Included Sq 57,PT5 7,R 66,R 31,R 63, B 56 ,Union EMS , Chenango EMS, Superior EMS, 402, New York State Police and the Broome County Sheriff's Office. The members of Station 57 would like to offer our most sincere condolenses to the families of those affected by this tragedy.

Squad handles afternoon pin job 

Nov. 19- Saturday afternoon Squad 57 was due on the MVA assignment in Station 63's (Prospect Terrace) area for a two  car MVA. Initial reports from NY State Police on the scene indicated a female occupant trapped in the vehicle. The squad responded with 4 personnel. Upon arrival the crew deployed the Genesis rescue tools. Personnel  worked for 25 minutes to free the trapped occupant.

With a newer vehicle involved presenting some unique challenges. Units
on the scene included Chief 63 , Rescue 63 , Squad 57. All units returned to service in an hour.
 

Double pull on working fire Nov. 8 - The fire, which was reported at 5:22 p.m., started toward the back corner of the house that is located near the intersection of Sunset Drive and Glenwood Road and a short distance from the Broome Developmental Center.  More

Squad due on MVA,  one heavily pinned Sept 13 -Tuesday morning at 00:04 hrs the MVA assingment in Department 56's (East Maine) was struck for a 2 car motor vehicle accident with reports of a male occupant trapped in the vehicle.  The squad went enroute within minutes of the dispatch. While enroute. Chief 56 arrived on scene and reported the male occupant  heavily entrapped in the vehicle.

The squad arrived and deployed the Genesis rescue tools to free the male occupant. Crews from R56 and Maine ambulance assisted with the extrication and patient care while PT56-1 handled the hazards. Units operated for over an hour at the scene before returning to service.

Chief 56 had the command. units on scene included R56, PT56-1, SQ57, U57, Maine  and Superior EMS. 

Flooding ravages area
Company 57 with hundreds of other responders dealt with devastation caused by extensive flooding in Broome County. While some of our area was spared damages, many areas surrounding us were not so fortunate. 

Our volunteer members responded to countless call related to flooding, filling in at neighboring fire stations and other related services.

As the waters recede, the cleanup begins. We'd like to thank our members who provided staffing throughout the event even while many of them had flooding issues to deal with at their residences.
 

Never forget Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family members of those who perished on September 11th, 2001. Condolences to the families, friends and loved ones who lost someone that day.  May you rest in eternal peace.

Squad runs car fire 

Squad 57 responded along with Department 56 personnel for a reported car. Chief 56 arrived on scene and reported an active fire at the location with several exposures. The squad went enroute with a staffing of 3 firefighters and arrived on scene quickly the members quickly knocked down the fire in the car  with no extension to the exposures. The squad returned to service a short time later .

Squad runs pin job in 56's first due

At 16:20 hours, Tuesday, the MVA assignment was struck in Department 56's area for a one car crash with reported entrapment. The squad was due on the alarm responding with 4 volunteers. Squad 57 arrived to find one car that struck a telephone pole with one female patient well entrapped in the vehicle. The staffing from the squad went to work extricating the female patient and securing the hazards.

The members of the squad made quick work of removing the driver's door and freeing the trapped occupant. All units were returned to service in 30 minutes. 

FOOLS to host chicken BBQ at 57 May 7th 11-3
The Fallen Angels FOOLSs will host their annual chicken BBQ at Station 57. This event serves as a fundraiser for the fall training weekend. A whole dinner is 8 dollars and includes 1/2 chicken, salt potatoes, cole slaw and a dinner roll. Chicken halves are also available for 6 dollars . 

Pre sale tickets are available by contacting a FOOLS member or calling the fire house at 607-797-0914. You can find more information about the Fallen Angels FOOLS by visiting our website at www.fallenangelsfools.com

We hope to make this year's training weekend the most exciting yet with some of the nation's best instructors coming right here to binghamton to demonstrate theire craft. Courses planned include heavy vehicle extrication,  Squad/Truck Special Services, Engine company operations, and Incident Commander.

New sergeant promoted
Firefighter Todd shear has been promoted to sergeant. Todd's duty as sergeant include apparatus treventative maintainence and overseeing the chauffer training program. Congratulations on the promotion.

57 spends the day at the burn building 

On Saturday, April 16th members from Station 57 spent the day conducting live fire exercises at the Vestal Fire Training Facility with our brothers from Wayne County,  PA, Company 43 Browndale. The focus of the day being riding assignments, engine and truck/squad companies  responsibilities,  and coordinating a fire attack.

The members from 57 would like to extend a special thank you to the instructors from Task Force 1, Inc for for evaluating and giving us their "best practices" during the day. 

The day concluded with a lunch at Station 57 prepared by one of our resident chefs, newly promoted Seargent Todd Shear. We would like to thank members from the Maine and Whitney Point Fire Departments for providing RIT services during the training program as well as Chief Sculley from Whitney point for being our fire setter. It was a great day! 

Stove fire draws response 
 March 31 - Thursday afternoon the squad  pumper tanker and utility were due on the assignment for a reported stove fire in department 56's first due. Squad 57 was the first arriving unit with a single story wood frame residence well off the road way with nothing showing The squad went to work investigating and looking for fire extension. Chief 57arrived and held the command. The pumper tanker checked on scene and was staged on the road way. With the fire out and no extension the assignment was returned to service within 10 minutes.
 

SPECIAL DETAIL  Thursday Evening a call was received from the Broome County Office of Emergency Services regarding a gas leak in the millennium pipe line.  Multiple agencies along with Station 57 initiated an emergency action plan to eliminate and mitigate any associated hazards with the controlled release of natural gas.  The substation located along East Maine Road was staffed with 5 volunteers.  The Pumper Tanker was detailed within the "warm zone" to facilitate an immediate response to any potential hazards.

Squad 57 stood by on the floor with 6 volunteers to respond to service calls and back up PT-57 should an emergency be declared.  Personnel operated for 7 hours crews from Columbia Gas bleed off the natural gas in the line to make necessary repairs.  Chief Shear held the incident command.  Assistant Chief Steed ran operations.  Captain Malenda was the OIC for PT-57.  Safety Officer McGuane was the OIC for SQ-57. 

Dept. 57 would like to extend a special thank you to all agencies involved in safely managing this incident.  / Broome County Office of Emergency Services , Columbia Gas , NYSEG, Broome County Sheriffs Department, Broome County Highway Department, and East Maine Fire Company. 
 

SQUAD and PT 57 take in afternoon house fire Dec -16. The Squad and Pumper Tanker 57 were due on the assinggment for a house fire in department 56's first due.  The squad went en route with 6 members and the pumper tanker follwed closely behind with a staffing of 5. First arriving units arrived to find a 2 1/2 story balloon frame home with heavy smoke showing.

Occupants and law enforcement on the scene indicated the fire was located in the basement. The squad went to work conducting squad operations. The Outside Vent (OV) position forced a basement door and the fire was quickly found

PT 57's line was directed to the basement. The rest of the squad company proceeded to the first divison to begin searching. The squad officer quickly ordered everyone out of the structure as they encountered colliers mansion type conditions. A defensive operation was ordered. Units operated for 8 hrs to extinguish the fire. 

Units due on the alarm: PT56-1,PT57,Sq57,E63,Q63,R66,E98,PT33,T66-1,T66-2,E31-2 Fast team , Chief 56A had the command. Chief 57 handled operations  and Chief 33 was the Safety Chief.   PressConnects

Crew completes Squad/Truck: Special Services program
Dec. 6 -  Station 57 in conjunction with Fallen Angels FOOLS and Task Force 1, Inc.
was the site for an exciting new program that focused on Squad/Truck Company operations this weekend.

Often referred to as "special services", this program dove in head first into the true issue of a squad or truck company..... rescue, then property conservation.  With the focus on special services, it became very clear that a good squad or truck will help the engine company do its job more effectively.  Several drills using one engine company and one special services company consisting of only eight firefighters were executed at two different locations.

Lead instructor Sean O'Brien, FDNY Ladder 131, proved even to the "doubting Thomas's" that following riding assignments, having each company complete it's objective ( i.e engine is an engine company, squad works as a squad not trying to  split crews  and do both functions) is the key to safe and effecient fireground operations!  The training confirmed we are on the right track, not the crazy uncle in the basement!

Crazy Uncle

We' like to thanks Task Force 1, Inc. for another great training opportunity. Check back later for photos! 

MVA'S keep the squad busy
On Monday while the squad was staffed as the Central Region Engine 99 , the squad and crew took in a single car motor vehicle accident with personal injuries in Department 66's area. The squad handled the hazards and helped package a female patient.

At 01:58 hrs the squad would be requested to respond along with department 63 for a single car MVA rollover on Route 17. The squad went enroute with 6 volunteers and arrived to help aid Department 63 in securing the many hazards caused by the accident.

RIT training held  Nov. 7 - Various departments from Broome County and Browndale Fire Company from Wayne County, PA  spent Sunday morning at our training center.  RIT crews completed to very difficult Mayday event including a floor collapse with three downed firefighters and as second event that replicated "Collier's Mansion" condition with a narrow basement stairwell with very tight quarters.  Both exercises resulted in completed rescues with favorable outcomes!  Thank you to all you gave up part of their Sunday to train.

Sunday Brings a Search Detail to 57 
On Sunday, October 10, Station 57 was alerted for a missing persons search resources were staged at Station 57 for deployment . Quick deployment of resources from Station 57 found the 82 yr old male within the first 20 minutes of the operation. Units on scene included personnel from Station 57, Broome County Wildland Search Team, 401,401C, New York State Police, ATV 66 , Brush 63, Brush 56, Broome County Dive Team,  Chief 57 handled the command. 

57 Pays there respects to local EMS chief
On Friday,October 8th, the members from Station 57 participated in the funeral services for local Chief of Broome Volunteer Emergency Squad Chief karen Hand who lost her life in the line of duty while caring for a patient while the utility and crew participated in the services. The Squad and Chief 57 handled a landing zone for Lifenet helicopter. The membership would like to express our sympathy to Chief Hand's family and the agencies she served. May she rest in peace. 

Squad Runs MVA in 56's area with one pinned 
Early Tuesday morning at 02:06 hours Squad 57 was due on the alarm for a one car MVA rollover with one patient trapped. The Squad went en route with 5 personnel. The squad handled stabilization and assisted in extricating one male patient. Units were on scene for approximately 30 minutess before returning to service. Units on the scene included R56,  PT 56-1, B-56,  Squad 57, Maine EMS and Union EMS. Chief 56 had the command. 

PT and Squad Double Pull on house Fire in 56's First Due

Wednesday August 11th the personnel at Station 57 were alerted to respond with department 56 for a report of a kitchen fire.The PT went enroute with a crew of 4 personnel the squad followed closely behind with another crew of 4 personnel. Chief 56 B arrived to find a 1 1/2 story wood frame residence with smoke showing from the B side. The PT went to work conducting intial engine company operations the crew made a good hit on the well involved kitchen fire. The squad handled the truck work opening up ceilings and checking for fire extension.

 The assingment was upgraded not long after the arrival of the squad to include the balance of the 2nd alarm. Units operated for 2 hours to extinguish the fire  Units On scene included PT56-1 PT57, SQ57 , U57 , R66 , E33 , PT 33 , T31(fast team ) T64 Chief 56 had command of the incident. 

Thursday the squad would be requested to respond two times during the day as part of the Northern Broome FAST for reported fires in the Maine Fire District only to be returned to service with no fire at either location
 
 

Another training program planned Task Force 1, Inc. to present to Squad/Truck: Special Services in December Lead Instructor: Sean O'Brien, FDNY, Tower Ladder 131 This is a "hands on" program that will cover a wide array of subjects including various truck and squad company functions including search and rescue, ventilation, laddering, and forcible entry and Rapid Intervention. Following a short classroom session, the program will take to the street with several hands on drills planned.  Note: Full PPE and SCBA required. See the flyer

Squad runs RIT assignment in WP 
Monday evening, July 26,  just before midnight Squad 57 was dispatched as part of the first alarm assignment for a reported garage Fire Chief 24 was first to arrive finding a large garage with a workshop above. Upon arrival the fire had extended into a multiple family dwelling located on the B side of the fire building. Squad 57 went en route with 6 volunteers and handled the RIT assignment. Chief 24 had command of the incident. Chief 57 had the operations for the fire building and Chief 61 handled the exposure.  Units operated for about 4 hours to extinguish the fire. 
Units on scene: C24,PT24,SQ24,SQ23,PT23,SQ36,E61,Q66,Q271,SQ57,R33,401,401C 

Weekend wraps with great training efffort

Sunday afternoon, June 27, was the climax to a great training weekend hosted by Station 57 and presented by Task Force 1, Inc. The intense  "RIT 1407" training program started off slow on Saturday morning but it was full speed ahead from then on. The program is designed to emulate the new NFPA training requirement for Rapid Intervention Teams.  The training program instructor included Lt. Jason Blake, Montgomery County (MD) Fire and Rescue Department, Chief Ron Richards from Wayne County, PA and Jim Ogle from FDNY's Truck 14.

The program attracted over 25 students. In addition to the crew from Station 57, firefighters from Maine, Whitney Point, Port Dickinson Fire Deparments rounded off the participants from Broome County. Additionally the class attracted personnel from  S. Corning (NY), East Haven (CT) and Browndale Fire Company in Wayne County, PA. Thanks to all who sacrificed their weekend to participate! Look at the photos

Bradley "the Vern " Stimak 
It is with our deepest regret that we annouce the passing of Firefighter Bradley "the Vern" Stimak. "The Vern" has been a long time member of the Choconut Center Volunteer Fire Company holding positions as high as vice president and treasurer of the company. With "the Vern's" hard work and dedication the company was awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in 2008. 

Bradley is survived by his wife Pam and children Assistant Chief Brian Stimak, Firefighter Ben Stimak, son Brad Stimak, and Daughter Bethany along with his grandchildren. The Brothers at Station 57 offer our deepest condolenses to the family.  "The Vern" will be missed deeply by the brothers at 57 for his service and dedication as well as his deep love for the department fishing outings. Rest in Peace brother. 

BBQ a success: Thanks to all
The Fallen Angels FOOLS  (www.fallenangelsfools.com ) would like to thank everyone who attended its first Chicken BBQ. The event proved to be a huge success with some help from mother nature who held off with her afternoon windstorm long enough to allow us to sell out. Thanks to all that attended. All proceeds from this event will go to benefit our fall training weekend. During the BBQ Department 24 answered two service calls and Department 57 handled one. Both Departments were later dispatched as part of the Northern Broome FAST Team for a structure fire in Department 33's first due. Both agencies were returned to service as the fire was contained to the chimney.

Crews go to work early in the morning
Early morning on  5-6-10,  the volunteers at Choconut Center were alerted to a smoke investigation. While en route, the 911 center received several calls stating the woods to be on fire. With the initial dispatch being for a large brush fire the initial apparatus assigned was Squad 57, U57, B63. Chief 57 arrived to find a large smoke condition in the area of Rhodes Road upon further investigation what was left of a 20' x 40' mobile home was found well involved and already on the ground a defensive operation with 4wd Vehicles was used to contain the stingy fire.  A 4 wheel drive Midi- Pumper was requested from Department 39 (Chenango Bridge) to deliver enough water to put the fire out. Units operated for 2 hours mopping up hot spots. The fire was declared out 2 hours into the operation with all apparatus returned to service. Our thanks to Department 39 for use of there specialized apparatus. Chief 57 had the command. 

Engine715 visits 57

Past Choconut Center Member FF Justin Carpenter and members of the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department located in Montgomery County, Maryland dtopped by the 57 house on there way back home from a special detail in Sherburne. NY. FF Carpenter .a Honorary member of Station 57 and member at Burtonsville, is also a career firefighter in Houston, Texas. Each agency took some time to look over each others new apparatus and spend some time catching up . We thank the brothers at Burtonsville for there visit and hope to see them again soon you can visit there website at www.bvfd.com.

Busy weekend in Choconut Center This weekend proved to be a busy one with the hosting of our first Task Force 1, Inc., training program. The program, "Managing the MAYDAY" drew nearly thirty students from  Broome County and Pennsylvania.  The class, which was an "eye-opener" for the students, culminated Sunday with a series of MAYDAY events at our training center.  Busy with the class the weekend, we also ran a few RIT assignments on Saturday and Sunday.  Photos

First run for the squad At 20:19 hrs on Wednesday,  February 3rd, the volunteers at Coconut Cnter were dispatched to a report of a chimney fire in the first due district. Chief 57 arrived first on the scene to find a large 2 1/2 story wood frame residence with fire showing from the chimney. the pumper tanker went enroute with 6 volunteers. The pumper tanker secured its water source and the crew went to work on the  interior operations. The squad followed close behind with 5 volunteers and took the D side and went to the second division to check for extension. Quint 63 due on the alarm took the A side of the building and was assigned the roof division. Chief 57 hd the command all units cleared in about an hour. Units on the scene included PT 57, SQ 57, Q63.

Fallen Angels FOOLS Chapter
With the loss of Chief Shear's son Hayden and Chief Sculley's son Gavin in 2009 several departments in Broome and Tioga Counties have joined together to start the Fallen Angels FOOLS Chapter. 

The Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society (FOOLS) is an organization that was started in 1995 by a group of Central Florida Firemen. This group, known today as the Founding Fools, had a passion for not only the camaraderie and brotherhood that is forged between firefighters, but the rich tradition and heritage of the Fire Service. Since 1995, this brotherhood has grown to over seven thousand strong. There are chapters all over the world, with new chapters starting almost every day.

The Leatherhead is a term used for a firefighter who uses the leather helmet for protection from the hazards we face everyday on the streets. The Leather Helmet, is an international sign of a Firefighter, a symbol that is significant in not only tradition from the early years of firefighting, but one of bravery, integrity, honor and pride. The helmet is a sign of who we are, not what we are. 

The FOOLS, like the traditional leather helmet, has always existed throughout the brotherhood of the Fire Service, and will continue to grow and flourish as long as there are fires to fight and emergencies to respond to. The FOOLS are about the brotherhood and tradition that the fire service is based on. When we are in our gear, and trying to make our way down the dark Smokey hallway, we are all the same. All that matters is that you have my back, and I have yours. We do not care if you are a chief, a recruit, a volunteer or a career firefighter, a male, a female or the color of your skin. All we ask is that you are true to your brother and sister firefighter, and to the fire service. All firefighters are welcome to be a part of this great organization; one does not have to own a leather helmet to be considered a "Leatherhead". Our membership is growing everyday, and we encourage you to start a FOOLS chapter in your department. 

The FOOLS are not a political organization. We will not be involved in union, management, or any other political issue. We are about preserving the tradition and heritage of the fire service and taking care of our brother and sister firefighters. We have been involved with fundraisers, charity events, and helping disadvantaged children receive gifts for Christmas. We believe that this part of what being a member of the FOOLS is all about.

The FOOLS also believe in providing real fire training for real firefighters. We believe that it is our duty to be as well trained as we possibly can. This can only keep us, and our brothers and sisters safe on the fire ground. We owe it to ourselves, our brothers and sisters, their families, and to the citizens we protect.

We believe in Pride: In our departments, in our stations, in our apparatus, and pride in ourselves.

One last thing that we as the Founding Fools ask of each and every one of you, let us never, ever forget those that have gone before us in the line of duty. Because those brave souls have given all, it is up to us to keep them alive in our hearts and our memories. 

The Fallen Angels FOOLS will now be hosting the training weekend that was started in memory of Hayden M. Shear. The training weekend that was known as the Hayden M. Shear Memorial Firefighters Training Weekend will now be the Fallen Angels Memorial Firefighters Training Weekend in memory of Hayden Miles Shear 9/18/08 - 3/7/09 and Gavin Nicholas Sculley 11/24/09 - 11/26/09. Rest in peace our angels your are gone but never forgotten.
 

PT 57 On House Fire in  66's First Due A 10:34 hours on Friday,  January 8th, Pumper Tanker 57 was due on the second alarm in department 66"s first due for a well involved house fire.  The pumper tanker stretched a line to protect exposures and help knock down the large body of fire in the fire building.

Officers for 2010 

Fire chief - Randy Shear  1st Ass't Chief- Brian Stimak  2nd Ass't Chief - Chris Steed  Captains - Chris Cooper, Graham Macdonald  Lieutenant - P. J. Malenda

Business officers President -Al Shear Vice president -Bill Holmes Secretary- Samantha Lindow  Treasurer - Otis Kaufman

New Squad Delivered 
After staffing the Central Region Engine 99 with two runs for the day, the members returned to have the new squad arrive. The 2009 Sutphen will replace both the old squad and the previous rescue truck now in service in Deer Creek, Illinois . After some intense training and some extra tool mounting,  we look to have the truck in service within the next month. 

Some of the features include: 425 hp Cummins Motor  1750 GPM Hale Pump  Seating for 6 firefighters  Wil Burt Night scan Tower  Onan 15KW generator  Full Compliment Genesis Rescue Equipment  2 Respond Ready Tool boxes  Roto Ray  Power Call Siren Upper Hatch Compartments

 

New addition to the family at 57 On Monday morning at 11:30 hours  the family at Choconut Center received a new addition.  Mackenzie Lee Shear was born. Mackenzie is the daughter of Firefighter Samantha Lindow and Chief Randy Shear . Mother and baby are doing well . Congratulatios on the new baby and welcome to te family!

Busy Friday for the volunteers 

On Friday, September 25th, the volunteers at Choconut Center started the day with a EMS alarm for a male who had fallen. Units cleared the scene only to return moments later for a car vs. tractor trailer MVA.  Originally called in with entrapment in Department 56's area. Squad 57, due on the alarm responded with 5 volunteers to find a male patient self extricated from the vehicle. The squad handled vehicle hazards and helped with patient care.

While units were taking up to go in service from the MVA the assignment was struck in Department 57s first due for an activated fire alarm in the new First Baptist Church.  Pumper tanker 57 responded within minutes with a crew of 5 volunteers. While responding the pumper tanker was advised of an alarm malfunction by alarm workers on scene, The assignment was reduced to PT 57 only. Al units were cleared and back in service.

Memorial Training Weekend a success
The Choconut Center Fire Company and Hayden Family would like to thank all that attened and all who helped make the event a success. A special thank you to the Whitney Point Fire Department and Past Chief Chuck Franklin and the Broome County Fair Board for use of the grounds, and to Ron Richards of Task Force 1, Inc. Without these people help the event would not have been a success stay tuned for event photos and video thanks to all and we hope to see you next year.

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Annual 9/11 memorial event 
We will never forget the fallen brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice  The volunteers  at Choconut Center will once again go on duty for 24 hours at the firehouse in remembrance of the 343 fallen New York City Firefighters. The members will participate in a memorial service at @ 08:46 hours  at the station and also will staff the Central Region Engine 99. The same events will be mirrored at the Whitney Point Fire Department.
 

House fire, first due this time At 14:33 hours, Department 57's first due area for a working fire units arrived to find a working fire on the 2nd floor of a 2 story wood frame residence, upon arrival PT 57 confirmed the working fire and stretched a 1 3/4 inch line to the fire floor.  The second alarm assingment was struck bringing two additional engines and a truck company. The intial companyies made a quick hit on the fire, keeping the fire in the room of origin. Due to a broken hydrant, a tanker assignment was started with T64, PT3. They were returned to service as the hydrant problem was fixed.  Chief 57 had the command,units on scene included PT 57, SQ 57, U57, Q63, E63, Q66, R33, PT56, C24, and C24A.  Endicott fire provided the fast team. An album for the incident is posted on the photos page.