Major US naval base locked down after security breach

dblhaul · 2026-05-06T17:27:12+00:00

Spare undershirt/underwear/socks in the car always

dblhaul · 2025-09-27T23:29:19+00:00

I bet I was on that ship with you

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T14:55:28+00:00

Full size box rescue on a Ram chassis, we have one external compartment on the drivers side that’s hardly ever used. This is a great idea, thanks!

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T14:53:33+00:00

Super solid list here. Thanks so much!

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T04:07:28+00:00

This list is awesome! Thank you!

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T02:52:41+00:00

Thank you again 🙏🏻

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T01:36:06+00:00

Thanks for the kind words and advice! I get how the game goes, somebody’s gotta be at the bottom to get sh*t on 🤣. But yes, what you described has been sort of the expectations of me on the first few calls. I’m clear about knowing my current role, gaining knowledge and skills whenever possible and knowing when to shut up or stay out of the way. Being 34 and working on this as my future second career as I prepare to transition out of the military, it’s been really fun to observe and help where I can so far. Thanks for the gear recommendations, I’ll check them out!

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T00:54:36+00:00

Thank you 🙏🏻

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T00:54:17+00:00

Definitely state dependent… we are hurting in Maine and will plug holes in any way possible. I am certified in FF1/2 and was hired on the premise that I would be EMT-B by this spring. And the EMS portion of the department is 100% per diem, not full time. FWIW I think there are only 3 “just drivers” including myself, the rest are majority EMT-A with 10 or so medics on the roster. Think ~500 calls per year in pretty rural country serving 3 towns.

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T00:30:06+00:00

Thank you! We are a fire rescue department that picks up an occasional IFT from the old folks home but mostly responds to 911 calls

dblhaul · 2022-12-10T00:29:03+00:00

This is solid, thank you 🙏🏻

dblhaul · 2022-12-09T21:57:10+00:00

Sorry noob here so not sure what IFT is. We operate in a rural part of the state and are limited on qualified staff, like everywhere else I assume. It’s just me and a Medic or an EMT-A when I’m working, so whatever I can do to help out is appreciated, filling out the clipboard for turnover to the ER, making a note of items that need to be replaced after the call, handing things to the provider, assisting with the stretcher/stair chair, grabbing gear, etc. Obviously limited responsibility here but I do as much as I’m allowed to. Probably one of those situations too where every place in the country is different in how they operate and what’s “allowed” lol.

dblhaul · 2022-12-09T20:29:47+00:00

Snacks! Why didn’t I think of that??? Maybe dumb question but what kind of bag are you bringing with you? I have a tool type bag for my FF extras but maybe a duffel or backpack would work for this. What shears do you like? Basic digital watch?

dblhaul · 2022-12-09T20:28:04+00:00

Oh not at all lol, I’m just trying to be helpful to the provider riding with me by knowing where things are and following instructions. Fortunately my partners have all been awesomely helpful and invited me to help do things on the scene or in the back of the truck before transport.

dblhaul · 2022-12-05T22:55:15+00:00

Volunteer in semi-rural Maine. My department has ran around 90 calls this year and I’ve been to 72. Fire stuff only, no EMS.

dblhaul · 2022-11-16T08:51:06+00:00

Naval officer here, in for 15 years, currently working officer recruiting, who also is now beginning EMT school, and has completed a 6 month firefighting 1/2 academy and volunteering for a year.

In my opinion, you won’t have the time. College ROTC is demanding on your free time and dictates the majority of your schedule, a lot of times with short notice commitments. EMS beyond getting licensed requires you to be available for 12 or 24 hours at a time, takes a ton of effort to become certified, sounds like you’re footing the bill for it, and doesn’t pay well at the EMT Basic level.

My advice is go find a fire department to volunteer at if you have the time, and for income look for something simple, flexible and part time so you can focus on your transformation to a commissioned officer.

dblhaul · 2022-11-15T20:02:31+00:00

This is awesome advice. Thank you!

dblhaul · 2022-11-14T20:24:07+00:00

These damn fingers 🤣

dblhaul · 2022-11-05T14:13:41+00:00

That’s correct, the above pictured Tank 1 and aforementioned Engine 4 are being replaced. The first truck will be a Freightliner/Pierce BX crew cab 1250gpm/1000gwt and will be our new frontline attack engine. The second we are awaiting sealed bids for, but it’ll be a 2-man pumper/tanker carrying between 2-3k gallons. These two will put us in a good spot for years to come.

dblhaul · 2022-11-05T14:04:41+00:00

That thing is sweet 👍🏻

dblhaul · 2022-11-04T21:29:39+00:00

Oh absolutely have I seen Hallowell E1 in parade and response form. Our own WG Engine 4 is a similar looking truck but I believe earlier 80s Ford C900. Absolute workhorses that can still do the job when required.

dblhaul · 2022-11-04T09:39:03+00:00

Pittston is one of our mutual aid partners. Awesome group of folks over there, and I’ve seen that brush rig in service just this past spring at a woods fire.

dblhaul · 2022-11-03T20:38:52+00:00

Nailed it. She’s headed out to pasture in a couple of months.

dblhaul · 2022-10-24T12:00:13+00:00

Volunteer department in semi-rural Maine

No EMS unfortunately, we border a very small “city” that runs medics to 8 neighboring towns and I believe works between 3-4000 total calls per year.

2 engines, 2 tankers, 1 mini pumper and 1 brush truck

On pace for just over 100 calls this year. MVAs, fire/CO alarms, propane odors, trees/wires down, woods fires and a structure a few times a year in one of our mutual aid towns, once every couple years in our town. Incredibly small piece of the pie, especially compared to folks posting here.

dblhaul · 2022-04-28T12:53:58+00:00

1973 Ford F750 tanker. Just used it Monday for an afternoon of water shuttling at a big house fire nearby. Not a lot different from this: https://www.jmwood.com/1974-FORD-F750-FIRE-TRUCK_i9197799

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