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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: May 4, 2022

Pre-Prom Party: Teen Says Thanks to Austin (TX) Fire Department, Engine 2

Lily Dashner and people with stories of her ilk are the reason why nearly all firefighters get into the profession. It’s not for any other reason than to help people. And hearing those stories never gets old.

It all came full circle Saturday evening—18 years later—at Austin Fire Department’s Station 2. Dressed to the nines en route to prom, Dashner regaled crew members with her story of how in 2003 Captain Brandon Jennings (now at Investigations), Captain Ed Roel (now at Ladder 36/B shift), Lieutenant Mike Lemerise (now retired), and Firefighter Ed Roberts (now retired) saved her life when she was born prematurely.

Now a high school senior, she shared how, while growing up, she always wanted to see “her fire truck number 2” driving down the road.

“Many times, we never know the impact our actions may have on a family,” a Facebook post reads. “But on Saturday, we got the privilege to meet one of our greatest success stories. Thank you to Lily and her family for taking the time to share what were surely difficult memories, and for letting us meet a real-life happy ending.”

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Posted: May 4, 2022

CalFire Donates Engine to Bald Mountain

In preparation of the upcoming wildfire season, and following the devastating 2020 Creek Fire which destroyed 856 structures from September 4 to Christmas Eve, the Fresno County Fire Protection District, CalFire, has donated a fire engine to the Bald Mountain Fire Protection District.

The apparatus, a 1999 International Type 1 engine, was recently delivered. See pics below:

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Posted: May 4, 2022

Suamico (WI) Woman’s Attempt to Steal Fire Truck Thwarted

Suamico woman Serena Thompson is facing multiple charges after some early-morning shenanigans highlighted by an attempt to steal a fire truck, reports wearegreenbay.com.

A criminal complaint says on Saturday around 5:45 a.m. first responders were dispatched to Pine Street after multiple fire alarms were pulled. As the Green Bay Fire Department was investigating, Thompson approached a police officer with an object in her hand.

The 23-year-old, allegedly in a manic state, reportedly told the officer that someone was trying to kill her, the report says. She then made her way toward an unoccupied apparatus and was able to gain entry.

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However, arriving officers were able to put down spike strips behind the fire truck. She was eventually tased and transported to the hospital. At the hospital, methamphetamines were found on her.

It’s believed that she pulled the fire alarms.

She’s still facing charges from a March incident during which she threatened to kill someone. For those of you scoring at home, she’s sitting on charges of:

  • Computer Message-Threaten/Injury or Harm
  • Bail Jumping
  • Possession of Methamphetamine
  • Obstructing an Officer
  • Disorderly Conduct

With her repeat offenses, she faces a maximum of more than 23 years in prison. Court records show that Thompson was scheduled for a competency hearing on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.

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Posted: May 4, 2022

20-Mile Police Chase in Stolen Ambulance Leads to Arrest

A California man stole ambulance that responded to assist him and led police on a 20-mile chase Friday night before being arrested, reports FOX12.

Oregon State Police arrested the man on I-5 at about 8 p.m. The police originally responded to a report of a car crash where the victim had run away. When they reached the scene, however, they learned the victim had returned and allegedly stol a Woodburn ambulance that had responded to the accident

Police tried to pin the ambulance at one point, but say the driver rammed a patrol cruiser, hit a building and continued fleeing.

Police again caught up to the ambulance on I-5 when the driver stopped and attempted to enter another vehicle.

Police were then able to arrest Noor Baheej, 30, of Winnetka. They said he showed signs of impairment and is facing several charges.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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