Branford Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2533

Branford Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2533 is embarking on a new fundraiser this year. “R.E.D. Shirt Friday” is a movement where people wear red clothing on Friday’s to show their support for our military and their families. It's a simple yet powerful way to pay tribute to those who have served and/or continue to serve the country. Local 2533 will be selling red t-shirts with all proceeds of the shirt sales being donated to Blue Star Mothers of Middlesex County CT.

The Blue Star Mothers is a non-profit organization which consists of females who have children serving in the military, guard, reserves, or children who are veterans. Their mission is to support and honor the military family, and to invite others to do the same. The Middlesex County Blue Star Mothers send care packages to our military overseas, visit and provide parties at the Rocky Hill VA for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. They also support American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., which is a private non-profit organization of American mothers who lost sons or daughters in service of the United States Armed Forces.

https://bluestarmothersct.org/

To purchase a red shirt and show your support to our military through Blue Star Mothers head to www.local2533.com and click the yellow "Donate" button. Enter a donation amount in increments of $25 (the cost per shirt) and follow the prompts to purchase. In the "special instructions" section, specify your name and the size(s) you need.

Sale End: October 9th, 2024
Pick up date: TBD
Pickup Location: Branford Fire Department Headquarters: 45 North Main Street Branford, CT

After 25 remarkable years with the Branford Fire Department, Captain Joe Petrosino is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering commitment and exemplary service. Throughout his distinguished career, Captain Petrosino has demonstrated exceptional leadership, courage, and dedication, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues and the community.

Captain Petrosino has been a cornerstone of the department begining his journey as a volunteer member of Short Beach Company 4; guiding countless emergency responses and mentoring the next generation of firefighters including his dedication to the explorer program from the early 2000’s to present. His expertise, calm demeanor under pressure, and dedication to safety have been instrumental in the department’s success and the well-being of the community.

Beyond his professional achievements, Captain Petrosino is known for his strong work ethic and genuine compassion, making a positive impact on everyone he encountered. His retirement marks the end of an era for the Branford Fire Department, but his influence and contributions will continue to inspire those who follow in his footsteps.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Captain Joe Petrosino for his 25 years of service and wish him a fulfilling retirement filled with happiness and relaxation. His legacy will remain an integral part of the department’s history and the community he so faithfully served.

Hired Full-Time: February 1998
Retired: September 2024

Branford Professional Firefighters Local 2533 members are currently in 4th year of our annual fundraiser “Mullets for Mutts”. During this time, our members will be selling merchandise and collecting donations for animal related services in Branford and surrounding towns. The fundraiser 4th Annual Mullets for Mutts, is set to be held at the Stony Creek Brewery on October 26th.

This year we are helping our friends at Branford Police Department, specifically K9 Arrow and our friends from the North Haven PD and their K9s Dietz and Quella to accommodate new police K9 protective vests and other accessories to allow the dogs and their handlers to be as safe and as beneficial to the community as possible. We will also be donating to Branford High Schools Paws for a Cause and the therapy services they provide to students through the use of K9s.

Please follow the link below if interested and as always, thank you for being the best community in and around the state of CT!

The men and women of Branford Professional Firefighters Local 2533 would like to thank for their continued support of the First Responder community. In March of this year, FDNY Ladder 11 of East Village, Manhattan, NY, was ordered to take down the Thin Red Line American Flag honoring the company’s six brothers killed on 9/11. This came after a complaint filed to the FDNY, resulting in an order to remove the flag. Hours later, Chief of Department John Hodgens reversed the decision and allowed the flag back on the truck.

In response to this event, Born Primitive has donated over 1500 Thin Red Line American Flags to fire stations around the country. Just the other day we received our package in the mail and were overwhelmed to see not only did Born Primitive donate two flags, but they also sent each of our members a gift card to their website.

Born Primitive is a veteran owned and operated company who designs and produces functional fitness apparel with a special focus to the military and first responder community. Please go check them out and support their mission to give back to the military and first responder community.

🚨🚨🚨🚨🚑🚑🚑🚑 We’re Hiring!!!

See post below for more details of how to become a part of our growing department!!! 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚑🚑🚑🚑

Join Our Elite Team! 🚑

Top Pay, Premium Benefits, 24/72 Schedule, and a Career that Makes a Difference!

The Branford Fire Department is recruiting 16 EMTs for our new Basic Life Support (BLS) transport model. Work alongside consummate professionals in a fantastic culture, enjoy generous benefits, and have the opportunity to serve your community in a meaningful way. If you’re passionate about excellence and ready to join a dynamic team, apply today!

https://www.branford-ct.gov/jobs/24-08-20/emergency-medical-technician

🚨 Hourly Rate: $28 (90% of hourly rate first year – $25.20)
🚨 Time and a half for all hours worked over 40/week
🚨 13 paid holidays, 12-21 vacation days, 3 personal days, earned sick time
🚨 Medical/dental insurance for individuals and families
🚨 CMERS Pension Plan
🚨 24/72 rotating schedule
🚨 Clothing allowance
🚨 Life insurance

Branford Highschool is having a car wash down at Engine 9 station today until 2pm.

Come support the team!

🚨🚨🚨🚑🚒 Big announcment coming early next week! Stay tuned for more details! 🚑🚒🚨🚨🚨

Please read below about one of our members from the Branford Professional Firefighters Local 2533, FF Paramedic Mackenzie Spooner.

I have been participating with the Special Olympics since 1999, I started as a swim coach and then transitioned to soccer. I was the Cheshire Special Olympics soccer head coach for 18 years and also ran in the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Due changing careers and my boys getting more involved with their sports activities, I was not able to be as involved as I once was with the Special Olympics. I still participate in the Torch Run and this year I will be going Over The Edge for Special Olympics CT, to raise critical funds that keep amazing programs running for the Special Olympics. I will be rappelling more than 30 stories, from the Mohegan Sun’s Sky Tower.PLEASE consider donating for this amazing opportunity to raise money for Special Olympics CT. Thank you !! Direct link to my page… Check out my fundraising page

https://give.soct.org/fundraiser/5370212

Tomorrow!!! Looking like the weather will be great! Come on down for a fun filled day of friendly competition!

Members from the Local 2533 are running the 4th Annual Mullets for Mutts this year which will allow funds to be donated to various surrounding departments and causes, including our own in Branford with K-9 Arrow and Sgt Melissa Carney. Please read the post below and be on the look out for future posts!

A member of Local 2533, Rick Hart and his daughter Megan will be participating in the Run to Home Base at Fenway Park. This run is a 9k that Rick and his daughter annually run. Please consider donating to their fundraising goals. This organization provides outstanding mental health services to armed services veterans struggling with PTSD. If you are able to help support our Veterans we would appreciate any donation you can make. Follow this link and we hope you have a fun and safe July 4th weekend.

Rick Hart’s link
https://runtohomebase.org/support/ /12125

Megan’s link
https://runtohomebase.org/support/

Congratulations Joe!

Keep an eye out for these guys on Friday. And don’t forget to cheer them on!

🔥🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️On Friday, 5/31 Branford Police will once again be participating in the torch run to Benefit Connecticut Special Olympics.
There has been a slight change to the starttime this year. BPD will be handed off the torch at 1:30pm at Bill Millers Castle. From there we will be traveling through route 1 to Main Street and the town center as we then head towards West Main.
Branford hands off the torch to East Haven at Twin Pines Diner.
Expect some delays between 2 and 4 PM. ((Though we have some pretty fast runners!!))
As always we thank you for your support! 🔥🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Come join us on Saturday!

Welcome Paulina!

The Branford Fire Department would like to welcome Paulina Smaga as a full-time firefighter paramedic. Paulina is a lateral hire with 2.5 years of experience with Ridgefield Fire Department and a paramedic in the Danbury and Bridgeport area. Paulina started last week and we would like to wish her the best in her future career at the Branford Fire Department.

Commissioner, thank you for everything you did for all of us, you will be missed. 🚒❤️

Madeline Clem Obituary (1936 - 2024) - Branford, CT - New Haven Register View Madeline "Buzz" Clem's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

We’ve got some of the best!

Save the date!! Come out for a fun filled day of friendly competition between the badges of the town!! We’re looking forward to a re-match! ⚾️🚒🚑🚓

🪜 Got ladders?🪜

Regular drilling on ladders is indispensable for fire departments to uphold safety standards, improve operational efficiency, and ensure preparedness to effectively respond to emergencies.

In emergency situations, there's little room for error. Thorough training on ladder operations reduces the likelihood of mistakes and minimizes the potential for accidents or injuries, thereby enhancing overall safety for both firefighters and the public.

The Branford Fire Chief recently presented the department’s budget to the Board of Finance. The BOF will present their recommendations to the RTM on April 1st. The full RTM will consider the budget in late April with a final decision in May. We are asking those Branford residents that support the department’s budget proposal, that includes adding EMTs to bolster our emergency response capabilities, to contact their RTM members to encourage them to support the BFD’s budget. The department’s planned EMT expansion and supporting data can be found here https://www.branfordfireplan.com/. Thank you for your support!

Branford Fire Department - Staffing Plan The Branford Fire Department faces a problem of inadequate staffing to handle call volume. Background is provided to educate the reader on the problem. Two staffing models are proposed: creating an EMS division and expanding current firefighter/paramedic staffing. The Fire Chief and Board of Fire Co

Congratulations Deputy Chief Karpovich and Captain O’Rourke!

Welcome Eric!

The Branford Fire Department would like to welcome Eric Auscavitch as a full-time Firefighter Paramedic. Eric is a lateral hire with seven years’ experience with the Allingtown FD of West Haven. Eric started this week and we would like to wish him the best in his future career at the Branford Fire Department.

Branford Firefighters have started 2 training sessions this week, both aimed at enhancing department members skills and qualifications as well as providing the best possible service to the community of Branford.

The first training is within the departments marine division. This training will allow career personnel to become operators of Branford Fires career staffed vessel, Marine 2. This training started for members this week and will continue for the next several months with the end goal of being Marine Operators.

The second training is for our newest members that have completed the state of Connecticuts Aerial Operators class. This training is in house and will be completed over the next 2 weeks, with the end result of members becoming operators of our Truck 1.

Special thank you to Deputy Chief Michael Stackpole for his commitment to enhancing the marine division within the FD. Another thank you to Captain Jim Carson for leading and training the newest aspiring aerial operators.