Wow.... A Jigsaw Puzzle!!!

And now another method for you to waste away the day. The Blog now offers you a jigsaw puzzle. Here's one of Len Delorenzi, myself, Mongo and Don Rawlings having a good time before role call at # 2 station. Notice how reserved Len is.
All you have to do is click on the picture and it will send you to a link where you can work on the puzzle. Ahhh, yes, the blog now offers fun for the entire family.

what the?

Ok.... we all know and love Brian but what the heck is he up to here? And have you ever noticed that if you move one letter around in the word "brain" you end up with the word "Brian"? Strange, huh?

Who Dat?

Ok... here's the test .. everyone remembers how Stevie Cusmanic (right) looks like but who is the weird guy on the left playing the strange instrument?

He looks kind of familiar, doesn't he?

Dick St. Louis & Engine 6

While rummaging around the storage area we came across some great photos of the "olden days". Here's Dick St. Louis and Eng. 6 (Notice the foam in the front of the photo; Ahhh, Dickie loved his Class A foam.)
As I scan more I'll throw some more up on the blog. Well, I won't "throw" them up... forget it.. you know what I mean.

Alabama Fire Captain Collapses On Duty

Alabama Fire Captain Collapses On Duty - Firehouse.com In The Line Of Duty:

"Birmingham, Ala. Captain Billy A. Gafford collapsed during the department's annual fitness check April 25.

The 23-year veteran was walking around the track of the University of Alabama-Birmingham at approximately 2:30 p.m. before collapsing and was treated by fire-paramedics on the scene. They attempted to revive Gafford, but he was pronounced dead a short time later at UAB Hospital, according to Capt. C.W. Mardis.

Gafford was a firefighter and paramedic and led city fire station 16. He is survived by his wife and two sons."

Christmas Tree Fire

Here's a good reason to water that Christmas tree regularly.

The Dancing Referee

Who said you can't combine the Arts & Sports? Watch this ref to find out how.

Useless Information

Did you know that at precisely 2:03:04 AM on May (5th month) 6 of this year 2007 the sequence will be: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. This is the last time that this event will ever happen!
This is the neat kind of stuff you can do when you retire and really do worthwhile things.

Eric O'Shea Stand Up Songs

This is pretty funny "stand up"

Ex Windsor Assistant Chief "hits" 60!

Gary "Will Work Anywhere" Percy has reached a major pinnacle in his life, mainly his 60th birthday in spite of the fact that he has resembled that age since his late 30's. When asked about this major event Gary stated, "Well it's actually a relief now that you mention it. Whenever I used to go to the bank the tellers would always ask me if I planned on cashing my CPP cheque. Also, I used to notice in some restaurants that I would receive a 10% senior citizen discount off of the bill for my meal. When I explained that I was merely in my 30' s the waitresses would always tended to appear kind of shocked and sort of swayed as though they were about to faint at any moment. I never did figure that one out."

When last seen Gary was talking with his friend Mongo on the front lawn of his residence. Mongo appeared somewhat dazed as he attempted to free himself from his restraints. As you can see from the photo (above) Mongo doesn't appear to be very happy in his present part time job. All that was audible from Mongo was, "Arrrgggghhhhh.... (inaudible)... grrrrrrrr......".

Update On George April 16th

April 16, 2007:

I saw George on Friday night. He wanted to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. There is some good news, George is able to rotate his right forearm back and forth and has some tingling in his feet. George is working hard and is keeping a positive attitude.

On Wednesday, April 18, 2007 there is a “Firefighters for George” Pasta Dinner Fundraiser at the Caboto Club starting at 5:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the reception desk at Headquarters, 815 Goyeau St. Tickets are $15.00 and children 5 years and under are free. There is a silent auction from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Richard Marr

Fund Raiser Basketball Challenge

The 1st Annual "Hoop City / Firefighters Basketball Challenge" fund-raising basketball game is scheduled for Saturday, May 26th at St. Clair College, with proceeds going to the George Copeland Family Trust Fund. There will be 4 teams playing...Windsor Fire & Rescue, St. Clair Alumni, and 2 teams from Hoop City.

The first game begins at 3:00 pm, second game at 4:00 pm, and the final game at 5:00 pm.

The "Hope and Support" orange wristbands and "Support our Firefighters" ribbon magnets will be on sale at this event as well.

Please come out and support this fund-raising event for George !

Virginia Firefighter Dies Searching for Victims

Virginia Firefighter Dies Searching for Victims - Firehouse.com In The Line Of Duty:

"A firefighter died Monday morning while searching for victims of a three-alarm fire in Prince William County, News4 reported.

The fire was called in shortly after 6 a.m. in the 15400 block of Marsh Overlook Drive in Woodbridge, officials said. Firefighter Kyle Wilson, 24, was killed in the blaze.

A family of seven, 4 adults and three children, were rescued reportedly in the house at the time the fire started.

Officials said that firefighters responding to the blaze were not aware that the family had taken refuge at a nearby neighbor's house."

Update On George

This is an update as of April 5 from Richard Marr:

April 05, 2007:

I saw George Tuesday afternoon. He was tired at the time and needed a nap. He had just finished physiotherapy. Good news, George is still able to breathe on his own. There is still no definitive date as to when George will be moved; the doctors are monitoring his progress. He really likes company, even to just sit with him and watch a movie. I brought him a bag of get well cards that was given to me from all the people thinking of him and he really enjoyed seeing them.

Richard Marr

The Old Preacher

Thanks to Father Mike for this one.

An old pastor lays dying. He sent a message for an IRS agent and his lawyer to come to the hospital. When they arrived, they were ushered up to his room .

As they entered the room, the pastor held out his hands and motioned for them t o sit on each side of the bed. The pastor grasped their hands, sighed contentedly, smiled, and stared at the ceiling. For a time, no one said anything.

Both the IRS agent and lawyer were touched and flattered that the old man would ask them to be with him during his final moments. They were also puzzled because the pastor had never given any indication that he particularly liked either one of them. Finally, the Lawyer asked, "Pastor, why did you ask the two of us to come here?"

The old pastor mustered all his strength, then said weakly, "Jesus died between two thieves, and that's how I want to go".

Best Pandhandler

This guy is pretty good.... the puppet almost looks real.

Update On Our Firefighters

I received this update from Rich Marr recently.

I spoke to Bill Hopkins, Randy Decocco and Jamie Waffle. They stated they are doing well. They started their Physio and are working hard on that. Randy was given good news about his neck injury. The Doctor stated the injury was like a bad whip lash and there was no damage to the vertebrae.

Randy is seeing the doctor shortly about an operation on his shoulder. Other than that he said he was feeling fine. Jamie is sore but doing fine. He wants to get back to work but knows he has to finish his physio.

Richard Marr

Fund Raiser Magnets Available

MAGNETS AVAILABLE

$4.00 EACH

CAN BE PURCHASED AT

Fire Department Headquarters

Joe Cash Stores

Copeland Karate

All proceeds to George Copeland family Trust Fund

Flashover Through A Thermal Imaging Camera

A fact of life is if you're 5 feet inside a room when flashover occurs you can get seriously injured or even worse. This video will give you an idea why this fact is true. Notice the two firefighters located at the lower left section of the screen as they go through their training. After the flashover they start to scramble towards the door!

A Retirees Story About George Copeland's Driving Skills

I received an email from Pat Cushing regarding the story below.

While responding to an alarm at the legion on wyandote.....George was driving the aerial out of 4 station......as usual the trucks were backed up for blocks along wyandotte just leaving openings for the side streets.....2 young girls mistook a don't go handsign from a trucker and pulled out right in front of George ....his lightening response swerved the truck just catching their front end and spinning them out of harms way while george hit 2 parked cars and only property damage was the result..........had not George been so alert that arial would have run right over the little compact those 2 sisters were driving and im sure would have killed them both...btw Jim Crowley was the officer on that aerial.

Community Mourns New York Fire Police Officer

Community Mourns New York Fire Police Officer - Firehouse.com In The Line Of Duty:

"MENANDS, N.Y.-- Mourners filed in and out of the village fire station Tuesday to remember Capt. Edgar Scott, killed Tuesday as he drove two colleagues to the scene of a motorcycle crash on Interstate 787.

'It's very tough, always tough responding to one of your own,' said Menands Fire Chief Frank Primo. 'It's devastating. It's a large loss to us and to the community. He will never be forgotten.'

Scott, 75, was driving a van southbound when it collided with a propane tanker at about 5:07 p.m. Scott was thrown from the van and died at the scene, said Trooper Maureen Tuffey, a State Police spokeswoman."

Wrist Bracelet Fund Raiser

Hope and Support

For Injured Firefighter

George Copeland #89

Bracelets $3.00 Each

Proceeds Donated To The George Copeland Family Trust Fund

The wrist bands are available at the following locations:

All Windsor Fire Stations

• Station #1 - 815 Goyeau
• Station #2 - 2296 Richmond
• Station #3 - 2750 Ouellette
• Station #4 - 2600 College
• Station #5 - 1905 Cabana W.
• Station #6 - 5650 Tecumseh Rd. E.
• Station #7 - 254 Lauzon Rd.
• Station #8 - 3200 County Rd. 42
  

5 Motor City Community Credit Unions

• 6701 Tecumseh Rd. E.
• 1375 Walker Road
• 895 Erie St. E.
• 189 City Hall Square
• 1405 Tecumseh Rd. W.
  

Hook & Ladder Club - 3690 Seminole St.

Thermal Image - Pipe Bomb

Everyone knows about Thermal Imaging Cameras these days; but , we never get the opportunity to see some pretty neat stuff with them unless we're the ones looking through them. This one is a view of a pipe bomb explosion and is pretty vivid. It may appear grainy but you can get the idea just how powerful pipe bombs are. There isnt any sound with the video. In the future I'll be posting more videos of fire related films.

Three High Tech Women

THREE WOMEN, TWO YOUNGER, AND ONE SENIOR CITIZEN, WERE SITTING NAKED IN A
SAUNA.SUDDENLY THERE WAS A BEEPING SOUND. THE YOUNG WOMAN PRESSED HER FOREARM ANDTHE BEEP STOPPED.

THE OTHERS LOOKED AT HER QUESTIONINGLY. "THAT WAS MY PAGER," SHE SAID. I
HAVE A MICROCHIP UNDER THE SKIN OF MY ARM.

A FEW MINUTES LATER, A PHONE RANG. THE SECOND YOUNG WOMAN LIFTED HER PALM TO HER EAR. WHEN SHE FINISHED, SHE EXPLAINED, "THAT WAS MY MOBILE PHONE. I
HAVE A MICROCHIP IN MY HAND."

THE OLDER WOMAN FELT VERY LOW TECH. NOT TO BE OUT DONE, SHE DECIDED SHE HAD
TO DO SOMETHING JUST AS IMPRESSIVE. SHE STEPPED OUT OF THE SAUNA AND WENT TO THE BATHROOM. SHE RETURNED WITH A PIECE OF TOILET PAPER HANGING FROM HER REAR END. THE OTHERS RAISED THEIR EYEBROWS AND STARED AT HER.

THE OLDER WOMAN FINALLY SAID.........
WELL, WILL YOU LOOK AT THAT... I'M GETTING A FAX

Wayne D Removes The Church's Asphalt

This reporter has just received a secret audio tape that describes an event in a church parking lot and a misguided vehicle.


Bystanders: Hey, watch out for the......
Wayne: Hey, who's driving; me or you?
Wayne: Oh oh.... Look out.. I can't stop!!!!
Bystanders: HIT THE BRAKES

Sound of vehicle hitting a large gray object

Wayne: Did I just hit something?
Bystanders: Argggghhhh!
Wayne: What the heck is that grinding sound???

Sounds of screaming running bystanders

Bystanders: How the heck did he hit that rock.. it's as big as the one in Plymouth harbor?
Wayne: Oh oh... how come the car is tilted to one side?
Bystanders: Because you're being guided by a rock ya crazy "Frenchman"!
Bystanders: Ok. who's paying for this asphalt removal? We just had the church parking lot repaved!
Wayne: Hey, you have no pictures and I'll deny everything! Good luck!
Bystanders: Aha.. in that case.. somebody call the cops!
Wayne: Hey, you over there...ya, you... come here and lift the front of my car and help me get this rock out from under my car!!!