Firefighters Injured
- Two Chicago firefighters, including a 9-year-veteran who was badly injured, were taken to hospitals after a mayday alert was called during an extra-alarm fire in the Lawndale neighborhood on Saturday morning.
The blaze, which broke out at 8:46 a.m. at 1921 S. St. Louis Ave., escalated quickly, bringing several more personnel and equipment to the scene, said Chicago Fire Dept. spokesman Larry Merritt.
At 9 a.m., the 34-year-old veteran was on the second floor involved in the firefight when suddenly, he suffered a medical emergency, collapsed and began inhaling a lot of smoke, Merritt said. He lapsed into unconsciousness and at 9:02 a.m., a mayday and 2-11 alarm were called because he was briefly unaccounted for, Merritt said.
“He went down’’ Merritt said. “He took in a lot of smoke, but we’re still trying to figure out what happened,’’ said Merritt.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
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posted by SCC at 12:03 AM
52 Comments:
Best wishes for the firefighter, hope he or she gets better quickly.
God bless they've had some close calls lately.
OT-SCC you missed the tribune article on Merit Sgt JP who was accused of owning a bar. All of his charges were dismissed at the police board. Wow heavy clout!!!!
At least he won't be bothered by the COPA-Nazis
Prayers .
There have been an awful lot of fires lately...........how come?
Best wishes to the boys (and girls) on the fireside.
9 down cars in 016 right now. Pathetic
Wishing a speedy recovery. It many eyes, it seemed liked just another fire. Similarly police respond to just another domestic or mental. You just never know what chain of events transpire. Fires like domestics, traffic stops,arrest, etc. are unpredictable. Make time to take the time with loved ones and cherish each moment as if it is your last. Danger is all around first responders so be careful out there. Keep an eye open for each other. Lets all go home each and everyday in one piece. God Bless our first responders and lets not forget the Men and Women of our armed services serving our country in far away places.
Best wishes and speedy recovery
Get well soon.
Prayers for all CFD
Get well and may God watch over you.
OT-SCC you missed the tribune article on Merit Sgt JP who was accused of owning a bar. All of his charges were dismissed at the police board. Wow heavy clout!!!!
Why don’t you become educated before you comment. Had nothing to do with clout. The department fucked up and now suffers the consequences. Although I don’t think he should be on the job, the department has a responsibility to conduct investigations in a timely manner and hopefully this will be a lesson that they can’t just do whatever they want whenever they want to do it. Which is often how things happen in this fucked up department.
Best wishes, Godspeed to the fallen brother in service.
God Bless and watch over our Fire First Responders
Heal well and fully.
You'll remain in our thoughts and prayers.
I hope all goes well for this firefighter. I have the greatest respect for firefighters, I don't like heights and smoke. Get well.
Anyone see the letter that the firefighter union sent out to their members this past week ? Wow!! Are they our friends or what ? Obviously their views don’t line up up with ours and it’s very clear. May have to evaluate the CPD and CFD relationship going forward !
Prayers for a speedy recovery, and prayers for all first responders. Stay safe.
J.J.
I give you hose pullers a lot of shit but I'll be praying for your
quick and full recovery
God bless you
Get well!!
03:00am. It’s cold. Space heaters and/or careless smoking.
Thoughts and prayers for him and his family.
Retired CPD
Sleaze bag mayor on tv talking about the price our public servants pay. Another reminder of the sacrifices. I’m sure the midget will forget all that at the bargaining table.
OT! My 2nd request. How about a list of names of the judges who need to be thrown out. The ones who hate the police. Before I go to vote I would like a list list of NO VOTES
CPD delivered pizzas to the firehouse that the injured firefighter works out of.
Class act!
Thank you, officers.
Wishes for a speedy recovery
did the newly appointed commander of 004 resigned and went back to lt?
Nothing good happens in Lawndale.
Here's wishing for a speedy recovery.
Anonymous said...
At least he won't be bothered by the COPA-Nazis
3/04/2018 01:29:00 AM
Wrong use of the definition of Nazi... COPA-KGB would apply if they could do a reasonable investigation but I don’t believe so
Dear god I wish they would stop going in those shit boxes - god speed sir
Anonymous said...
OT! My 2nd request. How about a list of names of the judges who need to be thrown out. The ones who hate the police. Before I go to vote I would like a list list of NO VOTES
3/04/2018 11:38:00 AM
How about a list of the YES to vote for?
It would be much shorter than a fucking old school telephone book.
Thanks for great response by all.
We're all in this shit together.
Thanks to our brothers at cod.
Class act's!
Why don’t you become educated before you comment. Had nothing to do with clout. The department fucked up and now suffers the consequences. Although I don’t think he should be on the job, the department has a responsibility to conduct investigations in a timely manner and hopefully this will be a lesson that they can’t just do whatever they want whenever they want to do it. Which is........ I am educated about this topic. Im aware of the time frame that passed which renders the Board unable to judge the case. I'm referring to the clout of the individual who was IOD for 9 years, was a part owner in a bar, was recommended for termination, came back to work, his CR# disappeared, and he was Meritoriously Promoted to Sergeant. In fact his clout was so heavy he was still meritoriously promoted to Sergeant even though he had been recommended for termination and his CR number disappeared. Do you think those circumstances could have happened to your average PO on this job? I highly doubt it. So yes this is the educatation for you about how Clout runs this department asshat.
Why don’t you become educated before you comment. Had nothing to do with clout. The department fucked up and now suffers the consequences. Although I don’t think he should be on the job, the department has a responsibility to conduct investigations in a timely manner and hopefully this will be a lesson that they can’t just do whatever they want whenever they want to do it. Which is often how things happen in this fucked up department.
Lol. Yeah, clout had nothing to do with the investigation dragging decades.....they were just really trying to get their ducks in order to stick it to him....lol. Right.
Anyone see the letter that the firefighter union sent out to their members this past week ? Wow!! Are they our friends or what ? Obviously their views don’t line up up with ours and it’s very clear. May have to evaluate the CPD and CFD relationship going forward !
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Could you please describe all the details rather then dance around it?
God's speed CFD.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Anyone see the letter that the firefighter union sent out to their members this past week ? Wow!! Are they our friends or what ? Obviously their views don’t line up up with ours and it’s very clear. May have to evaluate the CPD and CFD relationship going forward !
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Could you please describe all the details rather then dance around it?
Post a copy of the letter or a link. Don’t just throw it out. Say what it says
Why don’t you become educated before you comment. Had nothing to do with clout. The department fucked up and now suffers the consequences. Although I don’t think he should be on the job, the department has a responsibility to conduct investigations in a timely manner and hopefully this will be a lesson that they can’t just do whatever they want whenever they want to do it. Which is........ I am educated about this topic. Im aware of the time frame that passed which renders the Board unable to judge the case. I'm referring to the clout of the individual who was IOD for 9 years, was a part owner in a bar, was recommended for termination, came back to work, his CR# disappeared, and he was Meritoriously Promoted to Sergeant. In fact his clout was so heavy he was still meritoriously promoted to Sergeant even though he had been recommended for termination and his CR number disappeared. Do you think those circumstances could have happened to your average PO on this job? I highly doubt it. So yes this is the educatation for you about how Clout runs this department asshat.
3/04/2018 06:18:00 PM
Someone must have written quite a recommendation and an explanation on why he should be promoted meritoriously. Interesting packet
The letter sent by the FF union asks to support the Democratic Party and oust Trump and Rauner and the republican allies for “ the attack on middle class families” and want to support funding for planned parenthood and womens healthcare . Also states the tax cut is only for the ultra wealthy and hurts the middle class . A lot of BS. Too much to list here. Many firemen are pissed over it . If anyone can upload it , it’s a great example of who their union president owes his tenure to !
When did fighting a fire become a firefight?
Anonymous said...
So, if I was copa or ACLU I would review camera footage from 015 3rd watch and find reason to fire and or imprison as many police officers as possible.
Thanks boss.
3/04/2018 12:35:00 PM
Sgt JV fucked over alot of coppers by ordering them to do shit. It's all on camera. He fled to 011, but don't worry JV, lawsuit papers will follow you there.
Prayers
OT-SCC you missed the tribune article on Merit Sgt JP who was accused of owning a bar. All of his charges were dismissed at the police board. Wow heavy clout!!!!
I am educated about this topic. Im aware of the time frame that passed which renders the Board unable to judge the case. I'm referring to the clout of the individual who was IOD for 9 years, was a part owner in a bar, was recommended for termination, came back to work, his CR# disappeared, and he was Meritoriously Promoted to Sergeant. In fact his clout was so heavy he was still meritoriously promoted to Sergeant even though he had been recommended for termination and his CR number disappeared. Do you think those circumstances could have happened to your average PO on this job? I highly doubt it. So yes this is the educatation for you about how Clout runs this department asshat.
If you are “educated” about it, I like to know your definition of educated. The way you stated the “facts” is bullshit. Get your “facts” and time line together before you spew garbage.
Praying for quick healing and no lasting effects.
Someone must have written quite a recommendation and an explanation on why he should be promoted meritoriously. Interesting packet
3/04/2018 08:04:00 PM
Used to be just a “phone call”.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
When did fighting a fire become a firefight?
3/04/2018 10:39:00 PM
About 181 years ago.
3/04/2018 08:04:00 PM
Anonymous Anonymous said...
The letter sent by the FF union asks to support the Democratic Party and oust Trump and Rauner and the republican allies for “ the attack on middle class families” and want to support funding for planned parenthood and womens healthcare . Also states the tax cut is only for the ultra wealthy and hurts the middle class . A lot of BS. Too much to list here. Many firemen are pissed over it . If anyone can upload it , it’s a great example of who their union president owes his tenure to !
Support the dem machine that got rid of the retiree healthcare supplement and the dem Illinois Supreme Court that refuses to hear the case after previously hearing a similar if not exact case for state employees
Anonymous Anonymous said...
The letter sent by the FF union asks to support the Democratic Party and oust Trump and Rauner and the republican allies for “ the attack on middle class families” and want to support funding for planned parenthood and womens healthcare . Also states the tax cut is only for the ultra wealthy and hurts the middle class . A lot of BS. Too much to list here. Many firemen are pissed over it . If anyone can upload it , it’s a great example of who their union president owes his tenure to !
3/04/2018 08:14:00 PM
wow who owns the leaders of that union? Why same owners as we have the democrats!
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Anyone see the letter that the firefighter union sent out to their members this past week ? Wow!! Are they our friends or what ? Obviously their views don’t line up up with ours and it’s very clear. May have to evaluate the CPD and CFD relationship going forward !
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Could you please describe all the details rather then dance around it?
Post a copy of the letter or a link. Don’t just throw it out. Say what it says
3/04/2018 07:57:00 PM
We don't have a relationship with their union anyway. We are their jazz rag, we do the heavy lifting and they get a better contract because if "me-too." Fireman get paid better period and have better promotions.
I saw the letter from local 2. What a disgrace to all the good members of CFD. This is the same union that did not do anything to help widows and retires when health insurance was taken away by POS mayor and demoRATS. Do not vote for any democrat they have destroyed this city. God bless CFD and CPD.
“When did fighting a fire become a firefight?
3/04/2018 10:39:00 PM
About 181 years ago “
Merriiam Webster :
Definition of firefight
1 a : a usually brief intense exchange of fire between opposing military units
b : a hostile confrontation that involves gunfire
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