It is not always easy doing what you think is the right thing in an emergency. Especially when you are expected to save lives and property in a hurry without knowing all of the circumstances involved.

As a near 30 year veteran of the professional fire service, I have seen too many close calls to count of responding units. My heart sinks when I find out that the call was not accidental but intentionally invoked by someone whom I cannot describe in a public forum. I do hope that they get the help needed before they make a decision that may cost someone their life or property.

It wasn't too long ago that I sent a rapid intervention vehicle out to determine the intensity of flooding on the runways at our local airport. The firefighter didn't realize until it was too late that the water was too deep to traverse and ended up flooding the engine with water and thus putting the vehicle out of service and requiring an engine rebuild. Luckily there were other units still available in the area to respond to emergencies if needed.

Thanks to all public safety personnel who give their all especially in these times of unforeseen danger.

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