Fire Service Awards
Chris Lombard was presented the Chief Harlin R. McEwen Public Safety Broadband Communications Award
As fire blocked his escape, Lieutenant Mark Russo moved toward the sound of the SCBA alarm to find the unresponsive firefighter
The medal is named after Battalion Chief Thomas J. Neary who worked in the Bronx and Harlem during years of increased fire activity
Chief William D. Killen began his firefighting career at the Naval Propellant Plant in Indian Head, Md. in 1960
Lt. John Schreiber Jr. found two children, ages 10 and 6, in a bedroom unconscious and in cardiac arrest
Tyler Hollingsworth and another firefighter were electrocuted while at the scene of a fire
The International Fire Service Training Association has made significant contributions to the advancement of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives
The awards recognize organizations and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the overall environment of health and safety in their department and the fire service
The awards recognize volunteers who go above and beyond in serving their department and community
Noah Allmond dragged an unconscious man out of a burning building with no water supply
Daniel Loflin and Capt. Tim James said they both became firefighters because they wanted to help those in need
Jomar Pichardo invented ways to refurbish ambulance batteries and car parts that would normally be tossed away and replaced
Firefighter Bryan Kubasta suffered severe second- and third-degree burns when a floor collapsed at a fire, causing his turnout gear to roll up and expose his body
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The firefighters ran across the freeway, dodging traffic to reach the unconscious officer
Firefighters, paramedics and a YMCA lifeguard sprang into action when a man playing basketball collapsed on the court in April
The company awarded 20 responders who have suffered serious injuries sustained while on duty
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Firefighters were recognized for their daring rescue during a vicious house fire that left one dead and several others injured
Joe Lovvorn said his 20-year fire department career has helped prepare him to serve in the Legislature
Alex Wallbrett was recognized for coming to the aid of a coworker who was stabbed by a bystander last year
The application period will open Oct. 11. See the changes that have been made to this year’s AFG.
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An 11-year-old climbed the fence with a garden hose after seeing smoke
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The 20-year volunteer firefighter was his county’s first EMT-A; he also served in Cuba
Conn. man receives promotion to deputy fire marshal
Retired Chief Dennis Compton was recognized for his “long-time service, and support of fire-based EMS”
The Medal of Valor is the highest national award for a police officer, firefighter or emergency services officer for exhibiting exceptional courage
The ISO upgraded the San Rafael Fire Department from Class 3 to Class 1; the chief said the improved rating is due to changes in staffing, equipment, communication and fire prevention
A fleet manager equipped 40 ambulances with solar panels, which reduced fuel consumption and extended battery life
The awards will be presented this August in San Antonio at Fire-Rescue International
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