Nebraska LODD; Latest from the UK LODDs; Wes Gerald funeral arrangements; Lots of new videos
(This entry is update throughout the day. Last updated at 5:24 p.m.)
KETV-TV images of FF Jeremy Wach and the house fire in Wymore, Nebraska where he died.
LODD in Nebraska
The volunteer firefighter killed at a house fire in Wymore, Nebraska very early this morning was also in charge of the Gage County Detention Center. More about Firefighter Jeremy Wach can be found here.
Chief Billy Goldfeder at FirefighterCloseCalls.com also has some details:
We regret to advise you that 31-year-old Wymore (Nebraska) FF Jeremy Wach was killed this morning at a single family dwelling fire. In addition to being a Wymore Firefighter, he was a Gage County Sheriff’s Deputy.
FF Wach was one of 3 Firefighters who went into the house early this morning to search and attack the fire.
The roof and ceiling apparently collapsed on FF Wach, trapping him. The other firefighters couldn’t immediately rescue FF Wach due to conditions. The occupants, a mother and her two children got out without injuries.
FF Jeremy Wach leaves behind a wife and 2 small kids. As always, our deepest sympathy to all effected, especially the family of FF Wach and the members of the WFD. More details to follow.
Messages for the injured DC firefighters
In case you haven’t seen the many comments from around the US and Canada wishing a speedy recovery for the 4 injured DC firefighters we have gathered them here. At last word Sgt. Michael LaCore and Firefighter Charles Shyab were making progress with their treatment at the Washington Hospital Center Burn Unit.
In the video above, former Kent chief fire officer and private fire consultant Gary Whitworth says a firefighter’s job is very difficult. Speaking to Sky’s Mark Longhurst he discusses possible causes of the Warwickshire fire.
The latest on UK LODDs
They are still searching for the bodies of three firefighters inside the warehouse. Above, a recent BBC report. Below, we have links to other UK news reports on the tragedy.
The Telegraph answers questions about the fire.
Weekend coverage from STATter 911.
Wesley Gerald funeral arrangements
Dispatcher and fire photographer Wesley Gerald is fondly remembered by firefighters in Fairfax County and the region. FireGeezer writes about Wes. Also, FossilMedic, AKA Mike Ward, has a wonderful column on Wes.
You can find the funeral arrangements for Wes, here.
Video of the day, interior attack: FDNY in action
Good video (above), as FDNY handles an apartment fire on the top floor of a 3-story apartment building.
Video of the day, exterior attack: 3 homes in Irvington, NJ
Above, 5 minutes of raw video of fire in 3 homes on Sunday morning. Reports indicate one home was set on fire by ex-girlfriend seeking revenge.
Fairfax County, VA Station 410
A video montage (above) posted on YouTube Sunday. It also includes at least one Wes Gerald picture.
ASU fire
Above, early video from a fire Thursday on-campus at Arizona State University. Details, here.
East Orange fire
Not a lot of detail on the above fire from NJ.
Fire in Malaysia
Above, more than 7 minutes of raw video as firefighters arrive at a house fire (supposedly a government owned building) in Penang.
Firefighting in Japan
Above, is a bit of an interesting look at crews fighting a commercial building fire in Asahiawa, Japan on September 14 (doesn’t say what year).
DC Fire Training Academy and some good news
With all of the distractions of late (staph infections, firefighter candidate’s death, burned DC firefighter), it is nice to see just the routine events. The video above taken during a timed practice of getting the gear on.
Working fire response
Click the image above to see the video from Loudoun County, VA, of Ashburn VFC’s Engine 623 responding to a townhouse fire in Sterling. At about 2:30 into the 8 minute response, you will see a bit of a close call at a controlled intersection (the still frame above is that moment from the video).
