Hauppauge Fire Department

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Hauppauge, NY: (October 16, 2007,) The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Hauppauge Fire District held a public hearing on their budget on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at the main fire house on Wheeler Road. Among the many topics discussed was the expansion of their two substations on Ledgewood and Terry Roads. The expansion project is mainly focused on the safety of the firefighters from the time they arrive at the station until they leave. The new apparatus is larger than previous trucks that did not allow enough room for the firefighter to safely dress out of the path of the trucks. In addition, a separate gear room will allow the firefighters to gear up without being in the line of traffic while the trucks are pulling in and out of the station. The gear rooms will also have more updated equipment for de-contamination including a wash sink and shower. - www.hauppaugefiredistrict.com

(Picture left to right) Hauppauge Fire District Manager Gilbert Soto, Commissioners Edward Crean, Christopher Hirsch, Chairman Scott Monro, Michael Mooney, Carl Thomas and District Secretary/Treasurer Michael Buturla

Hauppauge, NY: (October 13, 2007 ) Hauppauge Fire Department’s 2007 Community Information Week concluded on Saturday the 13th with an information display at the Sears Appliance Store On Veterans Highway. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871. Have you ever wondered about the sadness and horror a family goes through as they stand on their front lawn watching fire begin to destroy everything they own? Imagine the feeling they have as they hear the sirens of the approaching fire trucks, knowing that their friends, neighbors and members of the community are coming to their aid. Now imagine that same family, only this time there are no wailing sirens, no trucks and all of their possessions are gone forever. We are forever grateful for the thousands of professional volunteer firefighters that serve our communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Emergencies do not care about time, temperature, birthdays or holidays. Knowing that you helped make a difference is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Want to volunteer? Contact your local fire department and tell them you are ready to volunteer. Residents of the Hauppauge Fire District are asked to call Assistant Chief Ray Germaine at (631) 265-2381, ext. 112 or visit their website - www.hauppaugefire.org

(Picture left to right) Sears Appliance Store’s Assistant Store Coach Matthew Brower, Hauppauge Firefighters Lt. Donald Lynch, C.K. Collins and Tim Harten

   

Hauppauge, NY: (October 11, 2007) Since the founding of the 14 man Hauppauge Fire Company over 75 years ago, the job of protecting the District from fire and other disaster has become infinitely more complex. Hauppauge's rural atmosphere is a thing of the past. They are home to major businesses, hotels and thousands of residents. Each day huge quantities of hazardous materials are transported through their Fire District and each day tens of thousands of people come to Hauppauge to earn their living. Times have changed and the Hauppauge Fire Department has had to change with them. Training is a top priority for the Fire District. It is intense and constantly ongoing. They train, not only for the routine fires, but for hazardous materials incidents, high rise fires, terrorist and bomb incidents, plane crashes, extricating crash victims and rescuing individuals trapped in building or underground collapses. Their officers receive specialized training in fire service management and incident command and their apparatus is modern and well equipped. The Hauppauge Fire Department with the financial support of a grant from NYS Sen. John Flanagan has purchased a Technical Rescue Trailer and the necessary specialized equipment for the trailer that will allow the fire department to better serve the residents of the Hauppauge Fire District as well as provide assistance to other fire departments. Technical Rescue Trailers are primarily designed for situations such as confined space, trench collapse, building collapse, or high angle rope rescues. When called upon in a “mutual aid” from another fire department the technical rescue squad can assist. This specially equipped trailer and trained first responders are not found in most fire departments.

(Picture #1 left to right) Hauppauge Fire Department Chief Thomas Kriklava and NYS Sen. John Flanagan
(Picture #2) Demonstration of Technical Rescue equipment by Hauppauge Fire Department Officials and NYS Sen. John Flanagan
(Picture #3 left to right) Hauppauge Fire Department Commissioners Carl Thomas, Christopher Hirsch, Chairman of the Board Scott Monroe, NYS Sen. John Flanagan, Hauppauge Fire Department Chief Thomas Kriklava and Hauppauge Fire Department 2nd Ass’t Chief Ken Furuno

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

   

Hauppauge, NY (October 7, 2007)  Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department’s community information day (Fire Prevention Sunday) on Sunday October 7th  brought record breaking attendance from the community.  Every 90 seconds a home fire is reported in the United States. And according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), eight out of 10 fire fatalities occur where American’s feel safest – in their own homes. While smoke detectors alone increase survival rates by 50%, the Hauppauge Fire Department demonstrated that by adding home sprinkler systems increases that to 97%. Sprinklers respond to heat, not smoke. Sprinklers put out most fires in seconds before the fire department arrives and before there’s major damage.  “One of the Hauppauge Fire Department’s missions is to educate our residents by bringing to them any new information that will help to save their life and property. We are committed to the safety of all of the residents in our fire district. "We have state of the art equipment and highly trained professional volunteer fire fighters,” explains Chief Thomas J. Kriklava. For more information on residential home fire sprinklers contact Chris Crean of the Hauppauge Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Committee at (631) 930-9962. 

(Picture #1) Mock bedrooms prior to demonstration
(Picture #2) Demonstration of fire extinguished by firefighters in mock bedroom
(Picture #3) Demonstration of fire extinguished by home sprinkler system in mock bedroom

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

West Islip, NY: (September 30, 2007) Two of Hauppauge Fire Department’s Bravest received honors for courageous, lifesaving rescues at Medal of Valor Day conducted by the Suffolk County Fire Academy’s Vocational Education Extension Board. Hauppauge firefighters Vincent Giuliano and Michael Romito both received Silver Medals of Valor after their heroic actions on the morning of March 28, 2006. A passing fuel oil truck driver spotted and reported a structure fire at 127 Schneider Lane, Hauppauge. Firefighters Giuliano and Romito were alerted via their fire department pagers. They both live nearby and responded directly to the burning residence. Upon arrival there was heavy fire on both floors in the front of the structure. Without the benefit of personal protective equipment or breathing apparatus they went around to the rear and forced entry through a sliding glass door. In performing the search, they found and removed a 50-year old disoriented adult male. The occupant was transported to a hospital with smoke inhalation and chest pains. For actions at great personal risk Firefighters Giulano and Romito were awarded the Suffolk County Class II Metal of Valor.

(Front row left to right) Hauppauge Fire Department 2nd Assistant Chief Ken Furuno, HFD Firefighters Vincent Giuliano and Michael Romito and Thomas Kriklava, Chief of the Hauppauge Fire Department with members of the Hauppauge Fire Department

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY: (September 13, 2007, ) Hauppauge Fire Department’s 2007 Community Information Day will be on Sunday October 7th from 11:00 am till 2:00pm at the main fire house located at 855 Wheeler Road in Hauppauge. Demonstrations will include but not limited to Stop, Drop and Roll, Auto Extrication, Live Fire Demo and Smoke House. Safety professionals included the Central Islip Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance, Suffolk County Police Department and Suffolk County Fire Marshall’s K-9 unit. Free refreshments and “give-away's” for those who attend.

(Picture left to right) Hauppauge Fire Department Fire Marshal Edward Minder, “FLASHY”, and Fire Marshal Greg Gottlieb

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY (August 14, 2007) Phone cards were packaged into little Christmas gifts with the Hauppauge Fire Department’s business cards in each package. Individual packages were sent to the Marines and Sailors from Long Island who were deployed with the battalion and the rest were then shipped to LC pl Patrick Sheridan in Iraq. LC pl Sheridan distributed them to his company. They were given to all infantry marines and sailors. The phone cards were shipped out so they would arrive right around the holiday 2006 season; this way each service member’s family would have that opportunity to talk to their Marine or Sailor. “Many times people donate to “do their part.” They will give $5 or $10 and not even think about it. I just wish I could tell each of them what it really means to those of us on the other end. I really don’t think they know the full impact of their generosity. As a military family, we do. As hard as it is to have your loved ones thousands of miles away from you with their safety at risk every minute, that stress, fear and concern is somehow lessoned by the support of people you don’t even know giving of themselves. When you know your community is standing up and supporting your child and the men and woman fighting beside him, it makes a difference. I want to thank the Hauppauge Fire Department once again for their generosity to the 3rd Battalion 2nd Marine Division when deployed in the Al Anbar Province, Iraq 06/07“, Jennie Sheridan (Mom) and 3rd Battalion 2nd Marine Division State Contact Person – Eastern, Metro and Long Island, NY.

(Picture left to right) Marine LC pl Patrick Sheridan and Hauppauge Fire Department Chief Thomas Kriklava

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, (July 29, 2007) With dollars secured from Leg. John Kennedy to the Hauppauge Fire Department for voice miters, fire department officials invited Leg. Kennedy to an onsite training in the use of this valuable equipment. The money used from his grant went towards voice miters for the masks of our firefighters. The fire department purchased approx. 30 of these devices that are attached to the breathing masks and allows the firefighters the capability of communicating clearly with each other while wearing their masks. The device amplifies the voice so it can be heard.

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, (June 2, 2007) Terry Road in Hauppauge was renamed for firefighter Peter Brennan. Peter a member of FDNY Rescue Company 4 was lost while he and 342 of his brother firefighters were performing valiantly at Manhattan Box 5-5 8087 (World Trade Center). As a member of the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department he served as the 2nd Lieutenant of Company 1. It was his dream to be a firefighter. Peter was posthumously awarded the rank of Chief of Department by the members of the Hauppauge Fire Department. “The Terry Road renaming will remind us all we will Never Forget 9-11 and we will never forget Peter”, expresses Chief Thomas Kriklava, Hauppauge Fire Department.

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY: (December 17, 2006): The Hauppauge Fire Department was alerted to a motor vehicle accident at 3:22am with fire. The lone driver of the vehicle was pulled to safety by a passing civilian Brian James Ivory, 25, of Islandia. Mr. Ivory a newly discharged Marine who served several months in Iraq pulled the victim William Decoteau out of the burning vehicle after struggling with the intense heat of the fire and seat belts that wouldn’t release. The incident was under the command of Hauppauge Fire Department Chief Ray Woods, Jr., “Both the United States Marines and First Responders have mottos that similarly express that we leave no one behind. Ladies and gentleman who volunteer to put their life on the line for their fellow man are the true hero’s of our society. Mr. Ivory served to protect all of us a member of the United States Marines Corp. once again put his life on the line to save and protect the life of a victim caught in a blazing vehicle fire. We were honored to have served with Mr. Ivory this one December morning.”

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY: (November 19, 2006): Members of the Veterans Committee of the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department are sending to our soldiers in Iraq telephone cards totaling $1,000.00. Each year the fire department donates dollars to bring a little “Hauppauge Spirit” to those who will not be able to join their families at home this 2006 holiday season. The Hauppauge Fire Department’s Veterans Committee is chaired by Norman Youngs who served as a member of the US Army and Assistant Chairman James Murphy who served as a member of the US Navy.

(Picture left to right back row) Tom Fallona, US Navy: Bob Munro, US Army, HFD Assistant Chief Thomas Kriklava, Norman Youngs, US Army, and James Murphy, US Navy. (seated left to right) Tim Harten, US Navy and Ron Walker, US Marine Corp. Missing from picture Ed Smith, US Army.

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY: (November 12, 2006): Ex-Chief Ronald Barz joined the Hauppauge Fire Department in 1977 and a long distinguished role in the fire services followed. He served the Department as an Engine Company Lieutenant and Captain and thereafter serving as an Assistant Chief for six years he became Chief of the Department for the following three years. His path as a “first responder” didn’t stop there. Mr. Barz became a Department Safety Officer, and served the community as a Commissioner for the Hauppauge Fire District. In addition, he served as a New York State certified Administrator and Safety Officer with an emphasis in fire prevention, investigation of accidents and emergency control of hazardous material. Mr. Barz was elected by his piers Vice President and President of the Suffolk County Chief’s Council and was appointed to the committee for the United States Homeland Security’s FEMA grant program. His bi-partisan relationships with elected officials as a voice representing the hundreds of Suffolk County volunteer fire fighters has earned him this highest honor and recognition. His “brothers and sisters” in the fire services thanked him with a plaque of appreciation. The Hauppauge Fire Department and the residents of Suffolk County, Long Island thank him for his dedicated service to our communities, as a representative of all volunteer “first responders” that are there when we call.

(Picture left to right) Chief’s John Carney, Craig Zitek, Ronald Barz, Anthony Laferrera, John Urevich and Rick VanDeKleft.

For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Hauppauge, NY: (September 29, 2006): Suffolk County Boy Scout Troop 343 in Hauppauge raised money to donate to the Hauppauge Fire Department’s Bereavement Account. In the true spirit of scouting the check and an outdoor plant was handed to three volunteer firefighters from Hauppauge who were once members of Troop 343 as Eagle Scouts. Volunteerism is alive and well in Hauppauge. For more information on the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department visit their website at www.hauppaugefire.org.

Islip, NY: (September 24, 2006): The Islip Town Volunteer Firefighters Association held their annual Installation of Officers at the Timberpoint Country Club. Firefighters Michael Romito and Vincent Guiliano were awarded “The Islip Town Firefighters Association Firefighter of the Year Award”. The Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department firefighters received this prestigious award in recognition of their heroic efforts while rescuing an individual trapped in a residential structure fire at 127 Schneider Lane in Hauppauge. The award was presented by Islip Town Councilman Chris Bodkin on behalf of the council.

Islip, NY: (August 12, 2006): The 2006 Islip Township Firefighters Chief’s Awards were presented this evening. Named after a firefighter from the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department who lost his life on 9/11/01 the “Peter Brennan Medal of Valor Awards” were presented to two volunteer firefighters from Hauppauge. Due to the quick action and disregard for their own personal safety while responding to a structural fire the Islip Chief’s Council presented Medals of Valor to Firefighters Michael Romito and Vincent Guiliano. On March 28, 2006 the Hauppauge Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 127 Schneider Lane. Both firefighters who reside in the vicinity, observed a heavy fire condition at the location and with knowledge of the occupants, responded without the benefit of protective gear physically forced entry into the residence and located a disoriented male resident in the rear kitchen of the residence. The resident unable to assist himself was physically removed by the two firefighters.

Hauppauge, NY: December 11, 2005: Members of the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department who belong to the “Fire Department’s Veterans Committee” are once again working hard to send out their annual Christmas supply packages to our troops. Each year all of the volunteer fire fighters in Hauppauge contribute their own monies to purchase supplies for Marine battalions stationed in Iraq. The committee is chaired by Norman Youngs who served as a member of the United States Army. Another job well done by the Veterans Committee of the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department.

For information on the Hauppauge Fire Department visit their web site at www.hauppaugefire.org. For information on becoming a member please contact Assistant Chief Thomas Kriklava at (631) 265-2381 ext. 112. or visit www.hauppaugefire.org/join.html.

(Pictured left to right) Louis Pontillo, United States Army ; Thomas Sidik, US Coast Guard Reserves; Ed Goutink, United States Navy; Jack McLaughlin, United States Army; Jim Murphy, United States Sub Service; Norman Youngs, United States Army; and Ron Walker, United States Marine Corp.

Huntington, NY: October 27, 2005: The Suffolk County Division of Emergency Medical Services hosted their annual recognition ceremony for service longevity awards. Awards were presented to EMS volunteers for years of selfless and dedicated service to the people of Suffolk County as a Certified Emergency Medical Technician. Congratulations and recognitions were made by all Suffolk County and Local Town officials to the proud men and women who volunteer their time to belong to an EMS Squad or Volunteer Fire Department. “You are in our hearts and prayers for your safety and wellbeing. The emergency medical service you provide to our communities is invaluable. We thank all of you for your dedication in saving the lives of those who call for your assistance.” Chief Michael Gagliardi, Hauppauge Fire Department.

For information on the Hauppauge Fire Department visit their web site at www.hauppaugefire.org. For information on becoming a member please contact Assistant Chief Thomas Kriklava at (631) 265-2381 ext. 112. or visit www.hauppaugefire.org/join.html.

(Pictured left to right) Chief John “Jack” Hardford, Smithtown, FD: Ed Grove, Kevin Pearsall, Joanne T. Grove, Smithtown, FD: John Gallagher, Jr., Hauppauge, FD: Kathie Corbett, Smithtown, FD: Roland Sehne, Hauppauge, FD

Hauppauge, NY: September 22, 2005: Members of the Hauppauge Industrial Association were trained today in life saving procedures in CPR and in the use of an AED. The Hauppauge Fire Department hosted the class and under the organization of Chief Paul Ryan of the Central Islip Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance instructors trained over 47 participants. “Having individuals who are trained while at work could be the difference of one of their co-workers surviving a cardiac arrest”, explains Chief Gagliardi. For information on your business joining the Hauppauge Industrial Association you can call 543-5355.

For information on the Hauppauge Fire Department visit their web site at www.hauppaugefire.org. For information on becoming a member please contact Assistant Chief Thomas Kriklava at (631) 265-2381 ext. 112. or visit www.hauppaugefire.org/join.html.

To volunteer as an EMT or an ambulance driver (you do not have to be a resident of Central Islip or Hauppauge to join) please contact 1st Assistant Chief Troi Mosby at (631) 445-0224 or visit website www.CIHVA.org. HFD and CIHVA will train any individuals who would like to join and have no experience.

Picture: (left to right) Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department’s Chief Michael Gagliardi and Central Islip Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance Chief Paul Ryan

Hauppauge, NY, Sept. 18, 2005: The Hauppauge Fire Department conducted a dedication of the Headquarters Radio Room in the Memory of Ex-Chief Howard Schreck who was a member of Truck Company No. 1. The dedication jointly conducted by Ex-Chief and current Chairmen of the Board of Fire Commissioners Edward Crean, Truck Company Captain James Murphy Jr. & 1st Assistant Chief Ray Woods. Some of the Family in attendance were his wife Doris, and two sons, Neil, a retired Battalion Chief from PG County Maryland and son Robert (Red) a retired Lieutenant who was with Stamford, Conn.. There were also members from all companies of Hauppauge Fire Department in attendance.

For information on the Hauppauge Fire Department visit their web site at www.hauppaugefire.org. For information on becoming a member please contact Assistant Chief Thomas Kriklava at (631) 265-2381 ext. 112. or visit www.hauppaugefire.org/join.html.