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Boston District Chief draws a line and keeps troops safe; says first thought upon arrival was Worcester cold storage fire.
Early in July District Chief Pettaway had walked through Norfolk Avenue working on a preplan. Known as the Boston Ice Company, the 200′ x 80′ structure had been vacant since a fire in 1963. Progressive disrepair led the owner of Cumberland Cold Storage next door to shut down the utilities and leave that structure vacant as well. On Saturday evening Engine 14 arrived and struck the second alarm. (more…)
Dave LeBlanc looks at a struggling Massachusetts department and politics.
I think that most of us would agree that as much as it shouldn’t be, politics are an integral part of public safety. Maybe not where the rubber meets the road, but certainly any fire chief today must be able to clearly and articulately state his case and advocate for his department with the various politicians he reports to. Furthermore, various fire service organizations must have political savvy so that they can convince the politicos to support their goals and needs. (more…)
Boston Fire Gear
No commentsAny true Sox fan will tell you that you can – and should – wear the colors all year round, even when you feel like the season has ended but it’s only July. (more…)