60 minute tanks should be the standard at every department that has to fight fire in buildings over two stories.
This guys training, and his skill at applying it, saved his life, and let him use his radio to lead his crew to him...lots of nerve and pure guts on his part, and his crew was not giving up either.
We lost a Captain two years ago, because he got "lost" in a high rise looking for one of his men, and he had only a 30 minute tank.
Cause of this one yet to be determined, but the 25 mph winds didn't help matters any.
tree68 wrote: More on the fire in Houston - a fire captain was rescued in a very dramatic operation lasting upwards of 20 minutes or more as he ran out of air but still managed to lead rescuers to himself. Two other firefighters were also rescued during the operation. Unfortunately, two occupants of the building did not survive.Maybe some <chicken> or an ankle next to the cake will bring the kitty out...
More on the fire in Houston - a fire captain was rescued in a very dramatic operation lasting upwards of 20 minutes or more as he ran out of air but still managed to lead rescuers to himself. Two other firefighters were also rescued during the operation. Unfortunately, two occupants of the building did not survive.
Maybe some <chicken> or an ankle next to the cake will bring the kitty out...
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blhanel wrote:Hey Chad, if you're going to hang around awhile make sure you take off your shoes and socks and smear catnip on your feet. Oh, and here's some chocolate cake to stick between your toes.
No problem Brian, Actually the only piece of clothing I am wearing is shorts (as usuall). Athough for the first time in recent memory I actually contemplated putting on a sweater last night (actually about 4am when I got done workng a late night shift). As far as the catnip goes....I don't think I am on Mookie's radar like you are, so as long as you are around to draw fire I should be alright. Besides, if we do have to bolt, I think I can outrun you with you wearing those tin shoes and all.
Brian (IA) http://blhanel.rrpicturearchives.net.
Larry Resident Microferroequinologist (at least at my house) Everyone goes home; Safety begins with you My Opinion. Standard Disclaimers Apply. No Expiration Date Come ride the rails with me! There's one thing about humility - the moment you think you've got it, you've lost it...
Dan
good morning
its friday Yay!!!(wait i'm on vacation booooo). we found alot of things this week that are worth further investigation.we are going to take mamma with us today to see uncle jason and aunt heather and going to stop at AC tower in marion along the way.juice coffee and rolls are ready to go.I even got out mookies huge cup.hope she comes back soon.here kitty kitty kitty.....
stay safe
joe
Deshler Ohio-crossroads of the B&O Matt eats your fries.YUM! Clinton st viaduct undefeated against too tall trucks!!!(voted to be called the "Clinton St. can opener").
Good Friday morning, to all! Joe, thanks for making the coffee and juice, and the rolls. That really hits the spot this morning. Glad you've been enjoying your vacation this week. Bet you're not looking forward to going back to work next week.
Everyone have a great morning, and I'll be back in awhile to start our FRIDAY FISH FRY.
I've got everything ready and on the warmer bar for our FRIDAY FISH FRY:
The menu of fish today is: cod, flounder, halibut, perch and shrimp. There's also plenty of fries and hushpuppies (not the shoes, either). In the cooler, you will find: cole slaw garden tossed salads, and the following desserts: pecan pie, peach cobbler and blackberry cobbler. There is also plenty of chocolate cake, and ice cream is in the freezer.
Everyone have a great afternoon!!
Message From:The Cook
Well, Brian, you're in luck, since all the fish is fry is breaded. Speaking of which, the next round of our FRIDAY FISH FRY is now under way. So grab yourself a plate or two, and head on out to the patio. Going to be a beatiful night, before the rain comes in, probably around 9 p.m. around our area.
Glad to know that the Mookster will be back with us on Monday morning!!
Has anybody seen Ray in the past few days: other than on the "Today in Railroad History" thread?!?! I know I haven't seen him here in the DD/CS.
Good Saturday morning, all. Coffee is ready, and fresh juice is made. On the warmer bar, you will find: your choice of turkey bacon, sausage, sausage gravy, homemade buttermilk biscuits, oatmeal, old fashioned grits, toast; or, you can partake of the variety of doughnuts, muffins and danish.
Did laundry for the diner last night, so all the aprons and tablecloths are washed and ironed, looking their very best.
Since tomorrow is Palm Sunday, does anyone have any special requests for Sunday Dinner tomorrow? If so, please let me know, okay?
We're supposed to have rain off and on this morning, then more possibly heavy rain coming in sometime this evening.
Everyone have a good day; and Brian, guess you should get your tin boots all spiffed up, and ready for Mookie's return Monday!!
Some friends are thowing me a little get together for my bday so I don't know if I can make it tommorow. The coffee was very good this morning. Did you use something different?
afternoon
we have returned.we took mamma with us railfanning then we went to columbus. we stayed at a place with an indoor waterpark.matthew had a great time.he wants everyone next time to grab a mat and slide down the waterslides with him. occasionally there is a giant bucket that dumps water all over the kids area of the park.will take some pizza when its ready.sunflower has the right idea time for a nap.
Joe
Good Afternoon!
We had some severe thunderstorms here earlier this afternoon. They didn't last very long, but there was marble size hail and brief but very heavy rain at my house. There was also an abundance of cloud-to-ground lightning, so it wasn't too bad of a storm, all in all. Mookie always says that the storms miss Lincoln and pound Omaha and she was right again since Lincoln didn't get anything.
I can't believe that Easter is only one week away. I have school Monday through Wednesday this upcoming week and then Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday off. I remember back in grade school when Easter vacation would be 10 days long, but I guess high schoolers don't get that special treatment.
Anyway, that's all the news I have today. Hopefully everyone will stay safe with the storms out there.
Willy
OK, I'll put my reservation in for some Hawaiian.
Beautiful day today, if a tad brisk - just finished walking the Dal (we're doing several miles a day, weather permitting). He's actually settled down a bit now that I've started this - much less demanding (but still clingy). It's not hurting me any, either....
Got another phone (so I don't have to jump up from the recliner and dash to get to the phone) and I've got to run into town for some parts to hook it up. May sound trivial, but when getting out of the chair includes moving the Dal (he fancies himself a lap dog), it makes a difference...
Tonight's PIZZA FEST MENU includes:
1. cheese
2. Goetta
3. Canadian Bacon
4. Hawaiian
5. Pepperoni/Sausage
6. Supreme
Hope everyone enjoys your pizzas tonight. Just grab your slices off the warmer bar, and head on out to the patio.
Lance, hope you have a very tomorrow!!
Greetings from my mother's computer in a very wet and dreary Minnesota. I'll take a couple of slices of Supreme to supplement some of Mom's chicken noodle soup.
, Lance!
JoeKoh wrote:afternoonwe have returned.we took mamma with us railfanning then we went to columbus. we stayed at a place with an indoor waterpark.matthew had a great time.he wants everyone next time to grab a mat and slide down the waterslides with him. occasionally there is a giant bucket that dumps water all over the kids area of the park.will take some pizza when its ready.sunflower has the right idea time for a nap.stay safeJoe
Joe, was the place you all stayed anywhere close to the Columbus Greyhound Station?
If so, we could have "waved & hollered" at each other as we went past!!
Had to make trip from Huntington, Wv. to here, and got Routed that way, then to
Cincy and on in to Louisville. Not the best trip I've ever had!!
Thanks for the Post Card; wish you could look over there and still see that sight!!
Lance, !!!!!!! Hope it's a GREAT ONE!!!!
Being Crazy,keeps you from going "INSANE" !! "The light at the end of the tunnel,has been turned off due to budget cuts" NOT AFRAID A Vet., and PROUD OF IT!!
cherokee woman wrote:Hope everyone enjoys your pizzas tonight. Just grab your slices off the warmer bar, and head on out to the patio.
(Grabs several slices of Supreme topping pizza and heads out to patio )
//Cranks out awning to keep rain off.....//
Little wet here, but at least the tornado warnings are overwith. Will grab a few slices and enjoy the rest of the evening.
April Fools Day also happens to be my parent's wedding anniversary, it will be 29 years this year. When I called them earlier, they were getting ready to go out and celebrate, seeing as tomorrow they will be spending the evening in the barn milking (and I joked that it's with 85 other women, but not a one cooks or cleans. Mom got a laugh out of that...).
See everyone later.....
Randy Vos
"Ever have one of those days where you couldn't hit the ground with your hat??" - Waylon Jennings
"May the Lord take a liking to you and blow you up, real good" - SCTV
Just thought Id let you all know that Jim (Jhhtrainsplanes) extends a warm hello to everyone.
Stil lwet and dreary up here. Freezing rain this morning.
Mechanical Department "No no that's fine shove that 20 pound set all around the yard... those shoes aren't hell and a half to change..."
The Missabe Road: Safety First
well it is april fools day please be careful.I had a brother get married on this day but hes now married to somone else.Walt didnt know you were in columbus.we were on the east side by the airport.yes we would have given you a ride back to louisville if we knew!!!!.heres some coffee and some juice and some rolls. time for church.
Good Sunday morning to all! "Happy April Fools Day". Randy, thanks for jogging my memory: today is also Nance69's and Bob's wedding anniversary! Completly forgot it!! I'll have to call them later, and wish them "Happy Anniversary"!
Joe, thanks for making the juice and coffee, and a special thanks for the rolls for breakfast!!
Everyone have a great day, and I'll be wracking my brain for for the next hour, trying to think of a Sunday Dinner menu for today. Meanwhile, everyone have a great Palm Sunday morning!
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