Firefighter Narrative

I woke up one cold, fall morning in September. I went and checked on my kids. They have been kind of sad since my wife, which was their mother as well, passed away in a car accident. They were still asleep, I woke them up one by one, to begin with I woke up Carman, then Christy, and finally, Jessie. Next, I woke up Jessie last because he is the only boy, and his room is the farthest from mine. Today being a firefighter would be hard because there is training. Then, my kids off at school and headed off to work with my trusty dog, Rover, but not before I got something to eat.

343 firefighters were killed on September 11, 2001. That does not even compare to the amount that died years after due to cancer. Being a firefighter is a dangerous job and it is not to be taken lightly. Firefighters put their life on the line each time they get on a truck. Whether it is a structure fire or a vehicle accident, every time they go out there anything could happen. Firefighting is not an easy career choice, but it proves rewarding when you help another.

In 2012 I joined the Harlan Fire Department continuing my long standing commitment to my community as a volunteer firefighter EMT.  As a member of the fire department I respond to many different types of calls.  Some of these calls include but are not limited to wildland fires, structure fires, car accidents, and medical calls.  As an active member I was qualified as a Firefighter/EMT, confined space rescue technician, and technical rope rescue technician.   We have a wide range of equipment ranging from type one to type six engines, a heavy rescue truck, UTV, and a 75' ladder truck. With the equipment and training I was a part of a successful grain bin rescue saving the life of one local farmer and part of a successful rescue of a trapped

Most firefighters are known to not be open with sharing how they feel because it can possibly ruin their reputation as a firefighter and in the firehouse. It was not until military personnel were presenting symptoms that are currently known to be associated with post-traumatic stress disorder. Meroney presents the article with a list of the most common signs that can be observed in the firefighter. Signs such as substance abuse, depression, suicidal thoughts, and loneliness, once these signs are present try to talk with the firefighter and see what is affecting them. They need professional help to cure this disorder. The fire service is known to be a large family that watches out for each other, the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation created the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives. In which, number 13- behavioral health, this initiative helps prevents firefighter’s deaths. Meroney basically goes over the basics of

Firefighter III Joseph K. Wilson is a valuable member of our crew, and his teamwork is apparent in his eagerness to lend help whenever needed. For example, Firefighter Lieutenant Charles Eggers conveyed how impressed he was with Firefighter III Wilson's performance at a structure fire on August 15, 2015. He praised Firefighter III Wilson for being instrumental in the quick stabilization of the incident, in which crews were able to prevent a significant amount of property and content loss for the homeowner. Similarly, Firefighter III Wilson has demonstrated grace, patience and restraint in dealing with difficult personnel issues over the past year, showing maturity in handling conflict. When frustrated, Firefighter III Wilson is able to remove

I turned around when I heard someone call out. Another member was on top of the ladder truck opening the next overhead door. He was yelling for someone to get a pike pole to open the other doors and get the trucks out. By that time the rescue was pulling out of the first door that was opened and I was helping to get another door open. I watched as the truck came out and I saw the burn marks that had scorched the side of it. Another member pulled up to the building and toned out Newport for a possible structure fire at the Poland Fire House. My mind was racing because I had no clue what was really

As a first responder who arrived to respond to a small fire downtown. Upon my arrival, I see 20 people with foam-like substance emanating from their mouth. The first thing I would do is to make sure that I’m secured with the proper equipment and using my proper training that I’ve learned as a first responder before entering a contaminated area and before approaching the people who have already being exposed to hazardous material. Also, you want to make sure you test what type of substance it is to determine how dangerous it is before approaching the people. However, it’s human nature to be more cautious on how you going to approach the situation. It’s very important as a first responder to ask questions and have the full understanding of what

“You’re an interesting boy, you know? I just need to have you for myself.”, she said as she pulled out a sharp dagger from her grotesque green coat. Martin panicked, so he quickly raised his crutch up and hit her head, knocking her out. He felt relieved as he slides down the wall, onto the ground. But then, Martin realized she pressed the stop button so they won’t be disturbed as she tries to kill him! “Oh, NONONONONONONONONO!”, Martin cried out. How will he get out of here? What if he is stuck here forever?

“In the midst of the heartbreak and wreckage of 9-11, the world also witnessed what is America’s greatest strength. Firefighters,nurses, police officer, first responders, and local residents worked around the clock to rescue and care for those injured”. This quote was said by Dan Coats, he is the director of National Intelligence, talking about how first responders where during 9-11. Firefighters control and put out fires and go to emergencies where their life, others, property, or the environment is at risk. Firefighters duties are to clean and maintain equipment, prepare reports on emergency incidents, conducts drills, and physical fitness training, and go to emergencies. Pursuing a career as a firefighter is a solid choice for one who wants an exciting job that is physically challenging, and benefits society.

A new national holiday I would like to honor is National Firefighter day. A national holiday is usually a day off of school and-or work. We take these days off to honor their accomplishments and impacts on society! Firefighters have been around for God knows how long and have put out more fires than you can count!!

Firefighter Lee has to learn to consult his manual before he asks his commanding officer's advice. Firefighter Hendricks should of aggressively pursued additional training when the Captain innovated this program. Before Firefighter Johnson takes the June 2007 exam, he will have passed several shorter tests. Recruit Henandez could have been the best student at the fire academy if he had studied

The alarm sounds. Fire fighters scramble into coats, and helmets, and boots. Fire trucks roar into the street loaded with fire fighters and their equipment. Every minute counts. Lives and property could be at stake. A fireman has to be of great physical and mental stature, they are minutemen and have to be ready at all times. No one can dispute that a firefighter should be a well-educated and well prepared individual. Because of the rigorous and dangerous caliber involved in the fire academy, an applicant should be well prepared, by obtaining a college degree.

After a long December night, I was in my room the next morning getting ready for school. My parents had already left for work and left my brother and I at home. My brother was taking his time in the shower while I was brushing my hair in the upstairs bathroom patiently waiting for him to finish. After I was done with my hair, I went downstairs and knocked on the bathroom door and said,

There have been times when I have been in the middle of writing a paper and the fire pager goes off for a call. I then have to decide between finishing my homework, or going to help someone in need. Being a volunteer firefighter is not about helping myself, it is about helping those individuals in my community that rely on the fire department when they need us most. I am a part of a group of men and women who are selfless when it comes to their time and energy. Between the hours of training, fundraisers, and running calls, all of the volunteers at the station put in a lot of time to benefit the Lake Meade community. With being a volunteer, myself along with the rest of the members at my station, are not paid with money. Instead we are rewarded with personal growth and the satisfaction we gain from knowing we are doing something for the good of our community. I remember the winter of my junior year of high school when a large snowstorm hit Pennsylvania. I joined a group of men who decided to staff the fire station for the weekend, expecting that we would get several calls for vehicle accidents and structure collapses, which we did. However, the one call that I will forever remember from that weekend is the one that was

The alarm sounds. You now have about five minutes to get yourself ready and aware for what your about to be facing. During those five precious minutes, someone's house is a blaze with fire. It is your duty to put that fire out, preserve as much as possible, and protect life. Do you think you could handle so much responsibility, pressure, and risk? I know I could. It is a dream of mine to become a firefighter in all sense of the word. I enjoy the thought of risk taking and even helping people, which is why I think that this profession would be just right for me. Ever since I was about 11 years old, and my house had caught fire, had I wanted to be a firefighter. Just watching all of those skilled firefighters mesmerized me. They had such