Hamden Professional Firefighters

What's New at Hamden Firefighters IAFF Local 2687

Updated On: Jan 23, 2012 (13:25:00)

What's New At Local 2687:

Congratulations to 3rd Platoon Captain Dennis Harrison on his promotion to FIRE MARSHAL. The Swearing-in ceremony has been scheduled for January 31st, 2012. It will take place at 11AM on the 3rd floor of the Hamden Government Center.

Congratulations to Deputy Fire Marshal Brian Dolan for being chosen for the Hamden Elks Community Award Firefighter of the Year! The dinner and ceremony will take place Saturday, January 28th, 2012 @ 18:00 hours at the Hamden Elks on School Street. For tickets please contact the Chief's office.

Congratulations to 4th Platoon Firefighter Dave Beaton for being selected as the West Haven Elks Lodge #1537 Elk of the Year. The dinner was held for FF Beaton on Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at the West Haven Elks Lodge. A great time was had by all who attended.

The HFD Hockey team is set to kick off their winter 2012 season. The 2012 SCHL schedule is out and posted. Click on HFD hockey under main menu and then scroll to bottom of page.

You can also view the schedule, stats, and roster by clicking this link: www.southerncthockeyleague.com/schedule/team_instance/130944

On the subject of hockey, we would like to take the time to promote a charity hockey game that will be taking place to benefit the Worcester Fallen Firefighter's Foundation. The Connecticut Firefighters Pipes and Drums will also be performing before the event.

Please see the attached flyer below:

Please continue to check HAMDENFIREFIGHTERS.ORG regularly for updates!!!

New Member Sworn-In

Updated On: Jan 05, 2012 (18:53:00)

Congratulations to Kevin Delaney, our newest member of IAFF local 2687. Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Delaney was sworn in at the Government Center on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012.

Welcome, and good luck!

Happy New Year!!!

Updated On: Jan 04, 2012 (22:34:00)

Hamden Professional Firefighters Local 2687 would like to wish you and your family a happy and healthy new year!!

Please remember to stay safe this year. Here are a few safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association that can help keep you safe this winter:

December 28, 2011 – In the aftermath of a number of deadly holiday fires the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges the public to take simple steps to protect their family and property from fire. According to NFPA, December, January and February are the top months for home fire deaths.

“Recent fire deaths during this holiday season are tragic reminders that we are at the time of year when home fires peak,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of communications for NFPA. “Taking simple steps to prevent fires and making sure you have working smoke alarms can save lives.”

NFPA suggested ten things you can do this winter to stay safe from fire:

All heaters need space. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space heater.
Have a three-foot “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters.
Never use your oven to heat your home.
Have a qualified professional install stationary space heating equipment, water heaters or central heating equipment according to the local codes and manufacturer’s instructions.
Have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional.
Remember to turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed.
Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the manufacturer, for fuel-burning space heaters.
Make sure the fireplace has a sturdy screen to stop sparks from flying into the room. Ashes should be cool before putting them in a metal container with a lid. Keep the container a safe distance away from your home.
Make sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside each bedroom and outside each sleeping area.
Develop and practice a home escape plan that includes two ways out of each room and an outside meeting place.

*source: nfpa.org

For more info, click this link: www.nfpa.org/categoryList.asp

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

Updated On: Jan 01, 2012 (15:06:00)

All of us here at Hamden Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2687 would like to take this time to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas.

Please enjoy your holiday safely!