manhattan said:
Considering that "columbusfire" may be writing from outside New York, I think some slack might be cut in this instance. News from here, no matter how dire, doesn't necessarily carry across the nation.
Thanks "manhattan". I think "columbusfire" certainly didn't mean to hurt anyone during these very tough times for the members of the FDNY and their families.
I don't really know the answer to his question, but I sure hope somebody can help him.
I understand both sides. I will say this, a little bit of me dies when I hear of a LODD or one related to the occupational hazards of the job. Regardless the color of the uniform, gear or location of the department, we all share the common bond.
I notice that he is fairly new to this site. Besides maybe a few other people here might be interested in an answer to his simple question.
"columbusfire" talks about "on my department". I assume therefore that he is a BROTHER FIREFIGHTER in perhaps Columbus, Ohio. If that is true, several years ago I made a visit to the Columbus, Ohio Fire dept. Those guys treated me great at every station I stopped at (about 6 all together).
But wherever you "columbusfire" are a firefighter, welcome and I'm sure that one of the Brothers/Sisters or even buffs will be able to help you.
The FDNY has certainly suffered over the last couple of days, no doubt about that. I think we all understand that. I have good friends that worked with some of these Brothers who are no longer with us.
But maybe a Brother Firefighter from outside the area deserves a break too.