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Fire Fighter Down

"Fire fighter down!” It’s the radio distress call no one wants to hear.

For 16 years, professional fire fighter Reece Chambers has been risking his life to save others, the past 14 with East Jefferson Fire Rescue, where he is currently a Lieutenant.

Recently Reece received a personal version of “Fire fighter down!” — he needed a heart transplant. Doctors said the non-stop work involved in fighting fires exacerbated previous health issues. The realization that the job he so loves is the cause of this grave condition was difficult to accept.

On Aug. 3, Reece received a new heart and is currently recovering. But the financial cost to his family, even after insurance, is staggering. His wife, Trina, and their four children have been making many trips from their Gig Harbor home to the UW Medical Center’s Cardiac Unit.

The National Police & Fire Foundation has established a secure donation site to help Reece and his family: www.LetsHelpReece.com. Unlike many other similar donation sites, 100 percent of any contributions to this site go directly to Reece’s family through his local union, IAFF Local 2032. This site will also provide updates on Reece’s condition.

This is an opportunity for the IAFF family and the general public to respond to this “Fire fighter down!” call. Reece has been unrelenting in serving the public, responding to house fires, car wrecks, technical rescue calls, water rescues, medical transport support and more at all hours of the day and night. Today he needs our help. Again, 100 percent of all donations made through www.LetsHelpReece.com go to Reece Chambers and his family. Let’s pay it forward! We don’t know who could be next?

The National Police & Fire Foundation was established to support America’s Everyday Heroes in times of need. Within 24 hours of being contacted regarding Reece’s situation, NPFF set up the donation website and stands ready to partner with other police and fire associations that need emergency help. NPFF is a certified federal non-profit organization, so any donations are tax deductible.

Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.

Friday Update 7-10-20
07/09/20 - IAFF Local 1014

July 2020 Relief Driver MOU
07/08/20 - IAFF local 2359
Attached is the MOU recenlty signed over allowing RD's on list to continue to be utilized as RD.

Ceremony for Old Fire Station 10
07/07/20 - IAFF Local 21
Come say farewell to an important part of SPFD's history! On Thursday, July 9th, 2020, at 11:00am, Saint Paul Fire Station No. 10 is being turned over to it's new owner in an informal ceremony between the Saint Paul Fire Department and the property development company. All active Fire Department personnel and Retirees are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Riverscape Ct. Structure Fire
07/07/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:41 p.m. on Monday July 6, 2020, Local 2086 and 1309 members responded to a reported construction site on fire with heavy fire/smoke conditions present and people with injuries near the intersection of Riverscape Ct. & Channel Dr. in Unincorporated Douglas County.

Cherokee Trail Brush Fire
07/06/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Just before sunset on July 4th, Local 2086 and 1290 from Aurora responded to a brush fire at the corner of Cherokee Trail and Chambers Way in Arapahoe County. When members arrived, they found thick vegetation burning behind an apartment building. Because of difficult ground access for hose lines, an aerial ladder was used to spray water into the burn area to extinguish the flames.

Chatridge 2 Hot Spots
07/06/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

On the afternoon of July 4th, Local members responded to a small bush on fire in the Chatridge 2 burn scar, while simultaneously investigating several reports of smoke west of Wadsworth between Waterton and Deer Creek Canyons. To assist in the search for hot spots, Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control’s Multi Mission Aircraft was requested for a reconnaissance mission.

Whitaker Dr. Structure Fire
07/06/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Local members got an early start to Independence Day after a person driving by at 12:45 a.m. reported a house on fire in the 21100 block of E. Whitaker Dr. in Arapahoe County. Sheriff Deputies were first to arrive, they woke up the residents who safely evacuated. Members arrived a short time later and extinguished a fire burning up the side of the home before it could extend inside.

IAFF Center of Excellence
07/06/20 - Suncoast Firefighters

IAFF Center of Excellence Hosting Online Education Series
07/03/20 - UPFFA
The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members, other first responders, healthcare providers, clinicians and the community at large.

PPFFA Challenge Coin
07/03/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association
We are taking pre-orders for this new challenge coin. The cost for the coin will be $10 and the proceeds will go to the PPFFA Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial in Harrisburg. Supply will be limited to 1000 coins each with it's own number from 1-1000 (we can not guarantee you a specific number).

West Davies Ave. Structure Fire
07/02/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 9:43 p.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2020, Local members responded to their second working house fire of the night, this time in the 2100 block of West Davies Avenue in Littleton. The 911 caller reported a power outage and possible electrical fire in the home. First arriving members encountered light smoke filling the street and advanced a hose line inside.

Appleton Cir. Structure Fire
07/02/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Just after 8 p.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2020, Local members responded to a report of haze and smoke odor inside a home at 7044 E. Appleton Circle in Centennial. When members arrived, there was nothing visible from the street, but smoke was found inside. After investigating, a neighboring unit was found charged with smoke and a full structure fire response was dispatched.

Elmhurst Dr. Brush Fire
07/02/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:45 on Wednesday afternoon, Local members responded to numerous reports of a brush fire burning in the open space behind 7573 W. Elmhurst Drive in Jefferson County. Upon arrival, gusty winds were spreading the fire at a moderate rate, prompting a call for more equipment and personnel. By 4 p.m.

E470 Brush Fire
07/02/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 11 a.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2020, Local members responded to a small brush fire burning in between E-470 and Liberty Blvd. west of Peoria St. When members from Engine 44 arrived on scene, they found 2-3 separate fires burning and spreading to the north of the highway. The fire was upgraded to a large brush fire, bringing additional suppression units to the scene.

Friday Update 7-3-20
07/02/20 - IAFF Local 1014

Union Meeting and Informational Session Today
07/02/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

The Local 858 Union Meetingtoday at 8:30 am at 12 Lakeside Lane. If you wish to attend you will need to RSVP, please select the link below : Thursday, July 2nd @ 8:30 am (Click Here) If you wish to attend the Informational Session virtually. You will need to Pre-Register by selecting the link below.

Union Steward Seminar
07/01/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Brothers and Sisters, Due to the current pamdemic restrictions, we decided to have the Union Stewards Seminar separate from the Union Meeting. It will be held on July 22nd at 5 pm, and July 23rd at 8:30 am. We will meet at 12 Lakeside Lane, Denver, CO 80212 in the Union Office. We will provide pizza at the night meeting and breakfast burritos at the morning meeting.

Brooklyn Park Fire Foundation 5 th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
07/01/20 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters
Brooklyn Park Fire Foundation 5 th Annual Charity Golf Tournament New Name, New Day, Same Great Time On Friday, July 31st, 2020 The Brooklyn Park Fire Foundation, a non-profit 501c3 charity, will be hosting our fifth annual charity golf tournament to benefit many local charities.

Stop, Drop and Reel Fishing Derby
07/01/20 - IAFF Local 21
Derby Headquarters will be at the dock area of The Veteran’s Rest Camp on the southwest side of the lake. There is a launch there that we'll plan to use but it is shallow. If you have a bigger boat we recommend the public launch on the north end of the lake off Mayberry Trail, or the County Park just south of the Veteran's Rest Camp.

Union Meeting Invitation
07/01/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

The Local 858 Union Meetings are being held tonight at 7 pm and tomorrow at 8:30 am at 12 Lakeside Lane. If you wish to attend you will need to RSVP, please select which meeting you would like to attend: Wednesday, July 1st @ 7 pm (Click Here) Thursday, July 2nd @ 8:30 am (Click Here) If you wish to attend the Informational Session, these are the links to the Zoom Meeting.

Chatridge Urban Interface Brush Fire
06/30/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Just before 10 a.m. on Monday June 29, 2020, multiple 911 callers reported a brush fire on the east side of Highway 85 at Chatridge Drive in Douglas County. When Local 2086 members arrived, they found several acres already burning with a flame front moving at a moderate to rapid rate of spread to the northeast.

July Meetings Canceled
06/29/20 - IAFF Local 42

Monday Morning Headlines 6/29/2020
06/29/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Good Monday Morning, This week is Union Meeting Week! We will be conducting business this week with an in-person union meeting on Wednesday, July 1st, 2020, at 7 pm and Thursday, July 2nd, 2020, at 8:30 am. We will be in the Event Space at the Union Office at 12 Lakeside Lane, Denver, CO 80212. As we try to get back to normal, we still have restrictions to follow.

Mansfield Fire Fighters, Local 4120
06/26/20 - UPFFA
Mansfield Fire Fighters, Local 4120, seeking liver donors for one of their members, Ted Morrissette. For additional information please don’t hesitate to contact Joe Burnham, President, Mansfield Fire Fighters, Local 4120 - BurnhamJ@mansfieldct.

6/25/2020 9-11 Wall Street
06/26/20 - Norwalk Professional Firefighters

Press Release June 25, 2020 The Norwalk Fire Department responded to kitchen fire in a 3rd floor apartment, of 9-11 Wall Street, at 5:39pm Thursday evening. Firefighters forced their way into the unoccupied apartment and finished extinguishing the fire, that the sprinkler had kept in check.

Celebrating PRIDE Month
06/25/20 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 is proud to recognize the diversity in our union and celebrates our LGBTQ members. We encourage everyone to continue to raise awareness and take positive steps towards an inclusive culture.

IAFF Elected Human Relations Committee Statement
06/25/20 - IAFF Local 21
The IAFF Elected Human Relations Committee (EHRC) was created by Convention resolution in 1988 to address issues relating to diversity and inclusion in our union and the fire service. Since its inception, the EHRC has worked as the sounding board and voice of our union, providing insight and guidance to affiliates and fire departments on matters such as those going on today across the globe.

Cottonwood Dr. Extrication
06/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:11 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24th, Local members responded to a collision involving an overturned vehicle on Cottonwood Drive just east of Chambers Road. Parker Police Officers were first to arrive, they found a truck on its side with heavy damage and the driver trapped inside. Stabilization struts were used to secure the truck so it wouldn’t move while members assessed the patient.

Centennial Public Assist
06/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

A good deed for an elderly couple doubled as a training opportunity for South Metro’s Technical Rescue Team today. When Local members responded to a medical emergency at a home in Centennial, they noticed dangerous structural damage above the front door from shifting soil.

Swift Water Rescue Training
06/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Local members participated in swift water rescue training along and in the South Platte River near Reynold's Landing in Littleton this week. https://www.southmetro.

Friday Update 6-26-20
06/25/20 - IAFF Local 1014

June 24, 2020: 2020 UPFFA of Ct. Scholarship Recipients
06/24/20 - UPFFA
The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the 2020 Scholarships Recipients 2020 Michael C. Osiecki Memorial Scholarship Kassidy A. Thompson, East Hartford, Local 1548 2020 George Crowley Memorial Scholarship Izabella A. Lopez Kalapir, Fairfield, Local 1426 Michael D. Beaton, Hamden, Local 2687 Jocelyn P.

Western District Meeting
06/24/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association
The PPFFA Western District Meeting will be held Wednesday July 8, 2020 beginning at 12pm.

Central Pennsy Meeting
06/24/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association
The postponed June Central Pennsy Meeting has been scheduled for June 30th in Harrisburg. The meeting will begin with a social hour at 6:00pm, meal at 7:00pm, and the meeting at 8:00pm. The event will be held at Local 428's Union Hall which is located at 2048 Derry St. Harrisburg, PA 17104.

Springfield firefighters injured, 7 displaced in house fire
06/24/20 - IAFF Local 648

Springfield firefighters injured, 7 displaced in house fire Updated Jun 22, 4:57 PM; Posted Jun 22, 4:56 PM Two Springfield firefighters were injured while ventilating a roof at a fire on 859 Armory St. The fire displaced the seven residents.

Support Kate
06/23/20 - PFFNH
The Dover Professional Firefighters are selling T-shirts to help show support to one of the Dover Fire family. Katie Michaud has been bravely and courageously fighting Breast Cancer. She has just had her 7th week of chemo. Please follow the below link to read her story and purchase a shirt. These shirts are black with pink. Thank you for wanting to help our Brother Matt Michaud and his family.

Ocean Gaming
06/23/20 - PFFNH
Charitable Gaming is open at Ocean Gaming at Hampton Beach! The PFFNH Fallen Fire Fighters Family Fund has gaming dates on Mon. & Tues. 35% of winnings will be donated to it.

Benevolent Fund & TV Fund Deductions
06/22/20 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Attention Members: Be advised, deductions for Benevolent and TV Fund will be deducted during the month of (July 2020) in accordance with Article IV, Section 6 and Section 10 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws. City Chapter Members: Please be advised that deductions for Benevolent Fund and TV Fund are scheduled to come out during the first pay period in July 2020.

City Chapter Special Meeting to approve the MOU between IAFF Local 244 and Albuquerque Fire Rescue reference Upgrading Outside of the Bargaining Unit
06/22/20 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
A City Chapter Special Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 29, 2020 at 11:00a.m. at the Union Hall in accordance with Article II, Section 4 & Article V, Section 6 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & By-Laws. The purpose of this meeting will be for final membership approval of the IAFF 244/AFR Upgrading Outside of the Bargaining Unit MOU.

Monday Morning Headlines 6/22/2020
06/22/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Good Monday Morning I hope you all had a great father's day and were able to spend time with your family this weekend. This week is the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Annual Meeting. It's scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23, and Wednesday, June 24, from 9 am until 1 pm. Denver Firefighters are allowed 12 Delegates and additional alternates or guests.

IAFF Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial
06/19/20 - UPFFA
Brothers and Sisters, On May 14, our IAFF Executive Board voted unanimously to hold the 2020 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial observance as a virtual service recognizing those we lost in the last year. I assure everyone that this virtual ceremony will be performed in a respectful manner to provide a dignified remembrance for those lost.

Friday Update 6-19-20
06/19/20 - IAFF Local 1014

48th Anniversary Hotel Vendome Fire
06/17/20 - Boston Fire Fighters
Today June 17th is the 48th Anniversary of the Vendome tragedy that took the lives of 9 Boston Firefighters. Please take a moment and remember the sacrifice our brother’s made that terrible day. Fire Lieutenant Thomas J. Carroll Engine Company 32 Fire lieutenant John E.

Fireworks cause porch fire in Springfield
06/17/20 - IAFF Local 648

Fireworks cause porch fire in Springfield Updated 6:26 AM; Today 6:25 AM Springfield fire 85 shares By Michelle Williams | Michelle.Williams@MassLive.com Springfield firefighters were called to a Forest Park home late Tuesday following a report of a fire.

University Blvd Shed Fire
06/16/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 6:17 p.m. on Sunday June 14, 2020, Local members responded to a reported house fire at 6350 S. University Blvd. in Centennial. While enroute, crews observed a plume of smoke from several blocks away. Upon arrival, members found one shed fully engulfed with fire, extending to another shed and fence. The fire was quickly extinguished, no injuries occurred, and the home was not damaged.

Big Stone Drive Structure Fire
06/16/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Working smoke alarms alerted a family to fire burning in their garage just after 2 a.m. on Sunday June 14th. Local members responded to the home on Big Stone Drive in Douglas County and found smoke visible on arrival. Members cut a large hole in the garage door to access the fire, which was quickly extinguished.

Academy 20-1 Hell Night
06/16/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

During the evening of Friday June 12th into the early morning hours of Saturday June 13th, South Metro Fire Academy Recruits from class 20-1 experienced “Hell Night.” A long-standing tradition at SMFR, the night is filled with a variety of training calls that put the soon to be probationary firefighters to the test.