ECFR Ladder 12

Happy Birthday Otis and Jason. Thanks Chief Boothe for the cake and ice cream.

A few photos from the Recycling Facility fire this past Saturday. 801,1702, 101, Chief 2, Public Safety 1, Battalion 2, Ladder12, Engines 17, 16, 1, &14. All hands working.

Thanks to all those brothers and sisters on watch today. Be safe.

5 red bulbs and counting. Be safe, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays.

Off to a busy start to "Keep the Wreath Green" fire prevention initiative. Ladder 12 responded to and worked on 3 of the 4 fires that have occured already since the 1st.

Happy Thanksgiving to all, from Ladder 12.

Scenes from our response areas. The sign says it all.

Thank you to the two Publix managers who just dropped off this entire Thanksgiving meal to Station 12.

Between our thoughtful neighbors and Complete DKI's Mrs. Ashley Carpentier bringing sweets to the station, it is even more challenging to stay fit throughout the holidays. Thanks for thinking of us. We certainly appreciate the consideration.

A few photos from the Le Mans Street fire taken by an off duty Ft. Walton Beach firefighter that was riding with Ladder 12 last night. Ladder 12 and Engine 3 on the initial attack forcing the front (alpha) and Bravo doors. The 150' 1.75'' line from L-12 was advanced inside and down the hallway for interior suppression operations. Engines 1 and 17 and Truck 34 stretched additional lines for back up and exposure protection and assisted with secondary search. Battalion 2 in command.

Thank you Mrs. Posey for thinking of us once again at ECFR Fire Station 12. Every year our neighbor bakes from scratch home made cakes to commemorate the beginning of the holiday season.

Thanks again Department of Defense brothers for the hospitality. We'll stand by for you any time.

On duty.

ECFR Ladder 12 aboard Corry Station augmenting the crews who are supporting the Blue Angel's air show aboard NAS Pensacola Main Side. Thanks to Station 34 crew for breakfast and outstanding hospitality.

The state of things in our district. High crime and violence rates make for calls where we have to be on high alert for our own safety.

In service and on duty; ECFR - Oceola's Ladder 12.

"A" watch doing some work on 9 Mile Road. Rapid response, quick proficient work brought the situation under control before it could get out of hand. Nice job brothers.

The Original Ladder 12 is back home and back in service at Station 12 on reserve Ladder status. We are glad to have her back in quarters and are ready to respond to the next emergency.

Thanks Ricki Vann and "Squeeky" for highlighting a few of the Special Operations capabilities we provide. Adequate manpower and operational proficiency are the key to a successful Rescue.

99 in the shade: Ladder 12 C working on the door prop for conventional forcible entry along with proper cutting techniques with the Stihl with Scott Averill, Paul McCleary, Kyle Kraatz, and Relief FF Jonathan Stack.

On tap today at Ladder 12: SCBA proficiency training, stretching and flowing the primary and back up lines, stretching and flowing the 2.5", overview and operations of the new high pressure TNT equipment. Hydration is the word for the day.

ECFR Ladder 12 C would like to welcome from Ft. Lauderdale, Firefighter Jamal Major to the department. As the newest addition to the Relief Firefighter ranks, Jamal brings a great attitude and desire to learn the ECFR way of doing the job. Good Luck Jamal.

Monday night multi-company drilling with Engine 1. Hose stretching, flowing, reloading. A solid training event. Thanks to all for the level of energy, interest and participation.

FWB BATTALION CHIEF Shannon Stone working a 24 hour tour on ECFR Ladder 12 today. I'm glad there was a relaxing weekend between tours where both Stone brothers were riding nozzle on Ladder 12. Bring it!!!

Battalion Chief Steve Boothe transitioned into the newest Battalion vehicle in the fleet yesterday providing a safer and more expedited response. Battalion 2 is based out of Station 12 covering all of Escambia County.

Ladder 12 Special guest, DJ Stone from FWB FD working a 24 with us today. The first 12 was full; what will the next 12 bring?

Ladder 12 was at NAS Pensacola today for a visit with the Blue Angels. Everyone is excited to have them back this year.

Happy Birthday America. Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July to all the friends of ECFR Ladder 12.

Ladder 12, on duty and ready to take on your emergency.

Throw back Thursday to the Official Groundbreaking Ceremony for Station 12.

FWB Battalion Chief Shannon Stone riding nozzle today on Ladder 12 with a crew of 4. Glad to have him on board.

Firefighter Brian Rickles making an exterior knock down on a fully involved residential structure fire while crews coordinate for the interior attack. Photo taken January 3rd, 2014. First of 3 fires for the watch.

Ft. Walton Beach Firefighter Justin Britt brings the fires when he works on ECFR Ladder 12