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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.

MDA Fill the Boot Goes Online This Year
08/07/20 - IAFF Local #1945

Every day, children are born with muscular dystrophy and adults are diagnosed with ALS and other life-threatening diseases that take away their most basic freedoms - like walking, talking, eating, hugging, and ultimately life itself. For more than sixty years, firefighters have been Filling the Boot on street corners (and I'll still be there!)- raising money to help MDA fight back.

Friday Update 8-7-20
08/07/20 - IAFF Local 1014

2020 Virtual Fill The Boot
08/06/20 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 Brothers and Sisters, Yesterday the MDA kicked off their 2020 Virtual Fill the Boot Fundraiser. On Monday, August 17th through Friday, August 21st, we will conduct our own virtual drive. IAFF Local 21 will utilize our various platforms to get the word out, but it will be our members who can truly make this a success.

2020 KSCFF Conference update
08/06/20 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters
KSCFF Executive Board and Membership The Junction City Fire Fighters IAFF local 3309 along with President Wing have made a decision to cancel the 75th Conference for 2020. This decision was not easy to make but necessary. Much discussion was had between myself and Wing and it became clear this was the right thing to do.

Union Meeting and Informational Session Today
08/06/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

We will be having an in-person Union Meeting this morning, Thursday, August 6th, at 8:30 am , at the Event Center at the Union Office, 12 Lakeside Lane, Denver, CO 80212. We will continue to follow the current restrictions, limiting us to 49 members per meeting due to the Event Center size.

Union Meeting and Informational Session Tonight!
08/05/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

We will be having an in-person Union Meeting tonight, Wednesday, August 5th, at 7 pm , at the Event Center at the Union Office, 12 Lakeside Lane, Denver, CO 80212. We will continue to follow the current restrictions, limiting us to 49 members per meeting due to the Event Center size.

Working fire on Prospect St
08/05/20 - IAFF Local 892
On August 3, around 4:15pm, a working fire was called at 57 Prospect St/234 Hickory St. Due to the ballon frame construction and the heat/humidity, the fire went to 3 alarms. Four firefighters were transported to the hospital and released.

Flames destroy Livonia Grill restaurant
08/05/20 - IAFF Local 1164

Flames may have totally destroyed the Livonia Grill family restaurant, according to Livonia fire officials. On Monday, fire investigators visited the 27545 Plymouth Road ruins to collect evidence regarding the cause. They said the fire began in the ceiling space and extended through the roof.

IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery - Educational Series
08/03/20 - 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.

Monday Morning Headlines
08/03/20 - 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, August 5th, at 7 pm and Thursday, August 6th, at 8:30 am. We will be in the Event Center at the Union Office at 12 Lakeside Lane, Denver, CO 80212.

2020 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial
08/02/20 - UPFFA
Sisters and Brothers, As you know, our 2020 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial will be conducted as a respectful, virtual remembrance on September 19 to honor our fallen whose names will forever be etched onto our Wall of Honor.

L30 GAITERS FOR SALE
08/02/20 - Cambridge Fire Fighters
Brothers and Sisters, New gaiters are in and for sale. Please see a Union Rep at HQ for them. Pricing is 1 for $6 or 2 for 10. Venmo is the preferred payment @CFD-L30.

Vacation Buyback Legislation
08/01/20 - Boston Fire Fighters
Brothers & Sisters, We are extremely happy to inform you that the Massachusetts House of Representatives, yesterday Friday July 31, 2020 passed to engross HB4133/4925 An Act to preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018.

Saint Paul Fire Foundation Golf Tournament
08/01/20 - IAFF Local 21

Chatfield State Park Water Rescue/Recovery
08/01/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 3:22 p.m. on Friday July 31, 2020, South Metro’s Dive Rescue Team responded to the Catfish Flats area of Chatfield State Park for a swimmer missing in the water. Witnesses on a nearby boat saw 2 people struggling to swim and were able to safely rescue one of them who was not injured. Sadly, the other person went under the water and could not be located.

Cherry Creek State Park Brush Fire
08/01/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 11:37 on Thursday, July 30, 2020, Local members responded to the south side of Cherry Creek State Park after several people called 911 and reported a brush fire. Smoke and flames were visible from Peoria Street and when crews arrived, they found a wood slash pile engulfed with flames. Members protected the adjacent grass and nearby piles from igniting and worked to control the fire.

Platte Canyon Rd. Brush Fire
08/01/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Around 4:30 p.m. on Monday July 27, 2020, Local members responded to a vegetation fire on the South Platte Reservoir property, located north of C-470 and east of Platte Canyon Road. Several people reported the fire to 911 and a column of smoke was visible while crews were responding. Upon arrival, members found a 100x50 foot area of grass and trees on fire along the creek bed.

7/30/2020 MVA Connecticut Ave
07/31/20 - Norwalk Professional Firefighters

Norwalk Fire Department Press Release The Norwalk fire Department along with PD and Norwalk Hospital responded to a motor vehicle fire on Connecticut ave. This was a four car mva with one car taking down three utility poles. The high tension wires surrounded the car and it burst into flames. The two occupants managed to get out with the help of bystanders.

L-21 & SPFD Face Masks
07/31/20 - IAFF Local 21
Station 14 is selling Local 21 and SPFD face masks. $15.00 each Stop by 14s and see Hornyak, Adam Werth or Kauffman.

Regular Union Meeting 8-4-20
07/31/20 - Medford Firefighters Local 824

IAFF Online Recovery Meetings
07/30/20 - Suncoast Firefighters

Passing of retired LT James McKeon
07/29/20 - IAFF Local 853

IAFF Local 853 and the Fire Chief regret to announce the passing of retired Lieutenant James McKeon. Here is the link for the full obituary. https://memorials.blakefuneralhome.com/james-mckeon/4283399/obituary.php James McKeon was appointed to the Lowell Fire Department on January 9, 1983. He was promoted to Lieutenant on February 2, 1992.

2021 Group Calendars
07/28/20 - International Association of Firefighters

2021 group calendars are available in the "Member Resources" section.

August 2020 General Membership Meetings
07/28/20 - International Association of Firefighters

Our next Union meetings will take place on Tuesday, August 4th and Wednesday, August 5th at The Cabin on Rt 33 in Freehold. Both meetings will start at 1530 sharp under the tent. Please make every effort to attend. See you there.

Fire in Springfield’s Forest Park neighborhood displaces 6; causes significant damage to 3rd floor, roof
07/28/20 - IAFF Local 648

Fire in Springfield’s Forest Park neighborhood displaces 6; causes significant damage to 3rd floor, roof Updated 9:00 AM; Today 8:54 AM 7/28/2020 - Springfield firefighters on the scene of a house fire on Commonwealth Avenue. The home was heavily damaged and two families were displaced.

August 18, 2020 - Miami-Dade Political Endorsements
07/27/20 - IAFF Local 1403
UNITED STATES CONGRESS CD-23 Debbie Wasserman-Schultz #13 CD-24 Frederica Wilson #16 CD-26 Omar Blanco #17 STATE ATTORNEY, 11TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Katherine Fernandez Rundle #23 S STATE SENATE District 35 Shevrin “Shev” Jones #32 District 39 Javier E.

Monday Moring Headlines
07/27/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Here are the Monday Morning Headlines delivered to you in the Afternoon! Sorry for the delay, and it's a bit of a long one. The Charitable Foundation, along with Local 858 and the DFD Administration, are working together to assist Allie's family and department members in any way possible. Assistance with funeral costs, travel costs, and anything else needed have begun.

Springfield man charged with arson; accused of setting bed on fire, displacing 16 residents
07/26/20 - IAFF Local 648

Springfield man charged with arson; accused of setting bed on fire, displacing 16 residents Updated Jul 24, 1:59 PM; Posted Jul 24, 12:00 PM Fire damage at 500 Hancock St., July 24, 2020. (Hoang 'Leon' Nguyen / The Republican) 49 shares By Stephanie Barry | sbarry@repub.

Littleton Bear in Tree
07/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 10:40 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2020, Local members assisted Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Littleton Police with a bear in a tree in the 7100 block of South Windermere Street. The bear had already been tranquilized when members arrived and an aerial ladder was needed. Members and Wildlife Officers worked together to remove the bear and carefully lower it to the ground.

Chatfield Vehicle Recovery
07/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Just before 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2020, Battalion 1, Dive 16 and Medic 16 responded to the north boat ramp at Chatfield State Park for a vehicle recovery. Thankfully no one was injured or trapped when a truck, trailer and jet ski rolled down the ramp and under the water. Divers connected tow straps and cables and a heavy wrecker was used to safely pull the vehicle out. https://www.

Douglas County Horse Rescue
07/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

At 2:43 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2020, Local members responded to an animal rescue east of Parker. A 31-year-old horse slipped into a ditch, landed upside down and was trapped between the small hillside and a barn. Veterinarians administered medical treatment while firefighters constructed a mechanical pulley system to extricate the horse.

Engineer Freeman Rememberance
07/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

July 16, 2020, marked the 3-year anniversary of Engineer Mike Freeman’s Line of Duty Death at South Metro Fire Rescue. Engineer Freeman held badge #1 and was the most senior employee at the time with 43-years on the job. Engineer Freeman was diagnosed with a job-related brain tumor and passed away a few months later.

Highlands Ranch Trench Rescue
07/25/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086

Just before 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2020, Local members responded to a trench rescue on Desert Willow Road in Highlands Ranch. Workers were applying a tar-like adhesive to the foundation of a home when one person was overcome by fumes. First arriving Tower 18 found the adult victim below grade in medical distress and unable to escape.

July 25, 2020: Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants
07/25/20 - UPFFA
July 25, 2020: Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants

July 24, 2020: Governor Lamont Signs Executive Order - Workers' Compensation Claims
07/24/20 - UPFFA

Friday Update 7-24-20
07/24/20 - IAFF Local 1014

CONGRESS PASSES LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH PRESUMPTIVE BENEFIT FOR COVID-19
07/23/20 - UPFFA
CONGRESS PASSES LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH PRESUMPTIVE BENEFIT FOR COVID-19 Legislation to ensure fire fighters who die or are permanently and totally disabled due to COVID-19 receive full federal benefits passed the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously and has been sent to the president for his signature.

14th District PEP Event
07/22/20 - PFFA

Coronavirus Update #12
07/22/20 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Original message sent July 21, 2020 Stats as of close of business Monday 7/20/20 Time period: 6/15/20-7/20/20 # of symptomatic patients tested - 428 # of patients positive for Covid-19 - 93 Effective positive rate 22% We continue to see an increasing population of patients with Covid-19 related symptoms.

Message Regarding EA 326
07/21/20 - IAFF Local 1014

Monday Moring Headlines 7/20/20
07/20/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858

Good Monday Morning, This week is the Union Steward Seminar! Please RSVP via Sign-Up Genius links below: Wednesday, July 22nd @ 5 pm(Click Date) Thursday, July 23rd @ 8:30 am(Click Date) This is the Agenda: History of 858 History of the Maltese Cross Steward's 101 class Dont have a Union Steward? Elect one for the fire house.

A Message from Captain Andy Bieze
07/19/20 - IAFF Local 21
It is with deep regret that Saint Paul Fire Captain, Tom Bever, shares with us the passing of his mother Karen Joanne Bever. Karen passed away peacefully yesterday after a long battle with cancer. One of her last requests was selfless, asking for any and all donations to go towards the non-profit Shield616.

Anna Spurr Retirement
07/19/20 - IAFF Local 21

Springfield firefighters injured in blaze, home badly damaged
07/19/20 - IAFF Local 648

Springfield firefighters injured in blaze, home badly damaged Updated 9:22 AM; Today 9:16 AM Two Springfield firefighters were injured while fighting this blaze at 588 Plainfield St. Saturday night. (Springfield Fire Department photo) 13 shares By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.

July 17, 2020: 2020 Ct. United Ride Officially Cancelled
07/17/20 - UPFFA

July 16, 2020: Firefighter Apuzzo last tour of duty, East Haven FD, Local 1205, IAFF
07/17/20 - UPFFA
Peter S. Carozza was honored to attend the last tour of duty for Fire Fighter Andy Apuzzo of the East Haven Fire Department, Local 1205, IAFF Fire Fighter Apuzzo served as a member of the East Haven Fire Department for 32 years. Thank you for your service and enjoy a well-earned retirement with your family.

Friday Update 7-17-20
07/17/20 - IAFF Local 1014