E21-2 arrived on-scene and forced entry into an apartment in division 2 and found smoke banked down to the floor. While the line was being deployed the crew did a quick primary search of the affected apartment. The engine crew then extinguished the fire and were assisted by the mutual aid companies who checked for extension, performed overhaul, and established a water supply.

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Please join us in congratulating Firefighters Mike Hoover, Mathew Nicolai, Austin Hannes, and Joe Michel. All four members have attained their Firefighter 1 certifications!... (Full Story & Photos)

Several months ago, Chief Pristas announced his decision to step down from the Brigade at the end of the year. As you are all well aware, Chief Pristas has consistently been one of the most active and dedicated officers since stepping into his role as Assistant Chief. Known affectionately as "Chief P," he has truly done it all within our organization.

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Station 21 responded to a vehicle over a hillside approximately 100 ft off of the roadway this afternoon. Rescue 21 found two non-ambulatory patients still inside the vehicle with good access and performed a low-angle rescue of both individuals alongside CTEMS to their awaiting ambulances.... (Full Story & Photos)

21,19,22,51, and police were alerted for a car on its roof with one inside today. Vehicle was secured with step chocks on the roof rails. Fire & EMS slid the occupant out through the open doors via a long back board and onto the stretcher. Occupant was out 12 minutes after dispatch. The fire police shut the road down on both ends until it was cleaned up by the tow company.

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