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Westport Firefighters
The Westport Permanent Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 1802 was organized September 25, 1968. We are an organization of 21 full-time professional firefighters protecting the coastal Town of Westport, Massachusetts Read More...
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First 1000 gallon engine produced by MACK
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The Westport Fire Dept. is back in possession of its 1931 Mack. The department purchased the engine back after it has spent over 40 years in an open field exposed to the elements. It had spent its final years at the Head Station before going out of service in 1963. The Mack was the brainchild of the former Fire Chiefs Irving Hammond and Stanley Gifford. Engine 3, as it was lettered, had a 1,000-gallon tank along with both 1 ½” and 1 1/8” hose. It was delivered in June 30, 1931. The Mack was the first truck in the country to carry a large cargo of water. It was also the first in the area and possibly the country to have the two different size hoses. Massachusetts Civil Defense authorities viewed it as a top-priority apparatus for all forest fires in our part of the state. Initially Mack truck would not warranty the chassis because they thought the truck could not handle the weight. Before the year was out, MACK Trucks, INC. was beaming with pride. The MACK Company’s publication, The MACK Bulldog, trumpeted the success of the Westport truck. The Following summer, Mack officials asked Westport to put the tanker on exhibit at the Easton’s Beach Casino in Newport for the New England Fire Chiefs Association’s annual convention. Westport gladly consented. The truck nearly escaped a premature end in the 1950’s. It was at a 4,000-acre forest fire on the Myles Standish Reservation in Carver, MA. It was trapped deep in the woods when the flames jumped through the treetops sparring both the truck and crew were the ground underneath Forestry No. 1. We will now begin the process of investigating how to go about restoring this historical piece. Stay Tuned…………
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Fire Prevention Week October 5-11, 2008
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On: Oct 03, 2008 (19:35:15)
| Fire Prevention Week October 5-11, 2008 | National Fire Prevention Week will be celebrated October 5-11 in 2008. This year’s theme “Prevent Home Fires,” focuses on preventing the leading causes of home fires - cooking, heating, electrical and smoking materials. Nearly 75% of building fires and two-thirds of fire deaths occur in the home - the place we feel safest. State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan said, "This year's theme 'Prevent Home Fires' reminds us to find and fix fire hazards in the home." He said, "The place where we spend the most of our time should be a sanctuary of safety and not a cause of concern." State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan is particularly concerned that high energy prices might lead to an increase in heating-related fires this winter. He has launched a statewide campaign; "Keep Warm Keep Safe ", to help prevent fires from space heaters, chimneys, wood and pellet stoves, and furnaces. It is also important to cover basics of fire safety - install and take care of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, make a home escape plan and hold fire drills at home. The Department of Fire Services has lots more information on preventing home fires:
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Want to find out how much you know about fire safety? We have two quick quizzes – one for kids and one for grown-ups. By answering a few quick questions on-line, you will see how much you know about fire safety.
What You Can Do to Celebrate Fire Prevention Week:
Call 1-877-9NO-FIRE to reach the Public Education Hotline in the Office of the State Fire Marshal |
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Slot 4 works serious Motor Vehicle Accident
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On: Sep 04, 2008 (10:30:00)
Firefighters from Slot 4, along with the help of several off duty firefighters, worked a serious motor vehicle accident Thursday Morning on American Legion Highway. Lt. Andrade transmitted a First Alarm assignment bringing Engine 3, Rescue’s 1 & 2, and Car 1 to the scene of the crash, and Engine 1 and Car 2 were sent to establish a landing zone at the Westport High School. The accident appears to have occurred when a driver, possibly blinded by the sun, struck the rear of a garbage truck. A worker for the garbage company was standing towards the rear of the truck and also struck by the vehicle. The worker suffered a severe injury to the leg and was treated by paramedics at the scene and then transported to the Landing zone where Boston Med Flight transported him to a Boston area hospital. The driver of the vehicle also suffered serious injury and was transported by Westport Fire Department paramedics’ to Rhode Island Hospital’s Trauma Center. More information will be released as it becomes available.
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