City of Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073

Well folks it’s been a full week since our first annual golf tournament! On behalf of our entire union we wanted to give a huge thank you to everyone who came out to help us support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Together we were able to raise $11,145! We truly could not have done it without our generous sponsors and all of you who came out to play. Check out the link below to view some pictures from throughout the day. Thank you again and we hope to see everyone next year! Special thanks to the 2 members who spearheaded this event and had a huge contribution to its success, FF Beau Sienkiewicz and FF Jake D’Amato

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As we close out the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, we would be remiss if we did not thank all those who attended the 9/11 memorial ceremony earlier today at Veteran’s Park. Specifically Mayor Florsheim, Councilman Magnifico, Councilman Loffredo, Councilman Nocera, and Councilwoman Blackwell. Thank you for helping us honor the sacrifices made on that fateful day.

Members of Local 1073 Platoon 4 would like to thank Texas Roadhouse of Cromwell for stopping by Headquarters today and dropping off some of their delicious food. We encourage everyone to go support them and thank them for their continued support!

** Dive Team Activation **

Dive Team is en route to the Town of Glastonbury for a vehicle in the water in the CT River

The men and women of Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073 extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Paul Pelletier, Susan and Delilah Van Ness, and Frank Rodriguez on their tragic passing.

Several of our members took their drone pilot courses through Middletown High and Mr. Pelletier, and he left a lasting imprint on each student he came in contact with.

We all mourn alongside the residents of Middletown and the MHS family on his passing as well as Susan, Delilah and Mr. Rodriguez.

** Mutual Aid **

Truck 2 and Car 4 are providing station coverage in the City of Meriden as they operate at a 2 alarm fire.

Monthly Car Seat Clinic (Child Passenger Safety Week)

Saturday September 21st
8am - 2pm
169 Cross St - Middletown Fire Station 2

LOCAL 1073 GOLF TOURNAMENT

This is a reminder for Thursday Sept. 5th.

- Portland Golf Course 169 Bartlett St
- Registration starts at 9am
- Tee off at 10:30am
- Lunch is provided at the gazebo at the turn
- Dinner with Raffle to follow

Thank you to everyone who is playing or supported this event. All money is benefiting the Tunnel To Towers Foundation

** Dive Team Activation **

The Dive Team along with Marine 1 are en route to the Town of Old Saybrook for the boat accident with people missing

** Structure Fire **

E3, Truck 2, Car 3 and Car 4 are operating at a working fire in the Westfield District of the City

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Members of Local 1073 were honored today to meet Paulie, listen to his stories, and es**rt him through Middletown.

Paulie is on his fourth Push, in honor and memory of the heroes of American Flight 11, the first aircraft to be hijacked on September 11, 2001. He departed from Boston’s Public Garden 9/11 Memorial on August 18th pushing his airline beverage cart 210 miles to the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Ground Zero.

Stay safe Paulie!

Local 1073 Golf Tournament UPDATE!

As of last night, the tournament is FULL!

We are less than a week out and looking forward to a great day! If we get an opening, we will post it here.

T-Minus 6 days

Yesterday our members were happy be involved with the Back 2 School Community Day that took place at the Cross Street AME Zion Church. Our Firefighter’s spent the day interacting with children and their parents as students gear up for another school year. We wish all students a great upcoming school year!

The men and women of Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073 extend our deepest sympathies to the men and women of Waterbury Firefighters Local 1339 on the passing of Lt. Inspector Milan Grant.

Please keep Brother Grant, his family, and the men and women of Local 1339 in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest easy, Brother.

Engine 3….purrrrrrfect job yesterday.

** Structure Fire **

E1, E3, E4, Car 2, Car 3, and Car 4 are operating at a working fire in South District

Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073 will be hosting a car seat clinic on August 29th from 4-8pm. For details, please see the flyer.

Still looking for a few Hole Sponsors for this year’s Golf Tournament. Contacts are on the flyer below.

Reminder to get your teams and entry fees in as the tournament is filling up fast.

Members are saying their final goodbyes today to Retired Chief George Dunn. Thank you Chief for all that you did for the City of Middletown Fire Department and the City itself. We’ll take it from here Chief

MFD Drone unit responded last night and into the morning to assist Westfield Fire with a missing person. The male was found early this morning.

Just after 8pm last night, Engine 1, Truck 1, Car 2, Car 3, and Car 4 responded to Dunham Ave in South District for the reported structure fire with people trapped on the second floor. Upon arrival there was heavy fire and thankfully, all human occupants were out of the building due to the help of bystanders. Engine 3 was called to the scene to assist. E1 went through a second floor window off of a ladder and searched the second floor. A large dog was found unconscious and was carried down the ladder where it received medical attention. We are happy to say with medical intervention, the dog regained consciousness. Fire personnel from South District, City of Middletown, Westfield, Portland, and Middlefield along with MPD operated on scene and quickly extinguished the fire. The fire is under investigation by the South District FMO.

Children rescued from Middletown blaze that injured 4, officials say

It is with profound sadness that Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073 announces the passing of retired Middletown Fire Department Chief George Dunn. We held comment until this morning to allow his family to grieve his loss in private.

Chief Dunn was a beloved and respected figure in both the Middletown and Connecticut fire service world - working up through the ranks from firefighter to chief, holding every position in between. Such experience allowed him to truly connect with his members on a personnel level. When he spoke to you and offered advice or criticism, you knew he had pedigree to back it up. He was truly a “fireman’s chief”, always measured and fair, but most importantly, always concerned about his people and their well being.

After retirement, he remained active here in Middletown, taking the role of Director of Emergency Management. He also was an adjunct professor with the CFA for years. In short, Chief Dunn loved the fire service and wanted to share that love and knowledge with anyone willing to listen.

We take some solace in having recently had Chief Dunn visit with some of the members, telling stories of the “good old days” and even taking in a few runs with the on duty shift.

And while we mourn his loss, we are forever grateful for the lasting legacy and impression he left on our department and the Connecticut fire service. Forever - gentlemen, a professional, but most importantly a friend. He embodied the mantra, “leave the job better than you found it” and for that, we are eternally grateful.

We ask that you keep Chief Dunn and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Information about services and calling hours will be posted as we receive them.

Rest easy, Chief. And thank you for everything.

Engine 4/Rescue 1 responded Tuesday to this call and assisted the Middletown Animal Control Officer. Thankfully, Wesleyan University students took amazing care of “Wiz” prior to our arrival and our members were successful with freeing Mr. Squirrel. The City should be proud of the truly amazing work that the Middletown Animal Control Officers do on a daily basis.

Your City of Middletown Local 1073 Firefighters have been busy again during these past few hot weeks. Between annual Confined Space and Dive training, our members continue to sharpen their skills to be ready for any and all emergencies, no matter what weather conditions. Dare we say Winter is only 164 days away? 🥶

July Car Seat Clinic
Thursday July 25th
4 - 8pm
169 Cross Street MFD Station 2

Delayed post: A belated thank you to Jersey Mike’s who donated boxes of sandwiches last weekend while our members were working. We truly appreciate your generosity and thinking of us.

** Serious Motor Vehicle Accident **

As units are currently operating on the CT River… Engine 1 and Truck 1 are out with a serious motor vehicle accident on RT 9 at Washington St. Crews on scene have a vehicle on its side and RT 9NB is shut down in the area.

** Boating Accident **

Marine 1 is responding to the area of Pratt and Whitney on the CT River for the reported jet ski accident

Today is the day, sign ups are open! September 5, 2024 Middletown Firefighters Local 1073 First Annual Golf Tournament. All proceeds to benefit Tunnel to Towers. Please print off this sheet and fill out completely, scan the QR code, or click the link at the end of this post to sign up your teams. Note that just because you sign up does not mean you are locked in. Teams MUST be paid in full to be locked into the tournament. Please return checks or cash to 533 Main Street Middletown, CT 06457. See everyone in September!

Questions email: [email protected]

Sign up link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP1I1ILv6wWtYQFjMaxXzZ9cOX6bsy4OfcW6p-3tNXxW5p3g/viewform (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP1I1ILv6wWtYQFjMaxXzZ9cOX6bsy4OfcW6p-3tNXxW5p3g/viewform)