2011-05-05 One of Our Own
May 05, 2011 - "ONE OF OUR OWN" By, FF Jack Carroll
I would like to share a little bit of success to all. Our very own FF Ryan Carroll has wrapped up his School of Infantry Training at United States Marine Corps Camp Geiger,MCAS New River, North Carolina. Ryan graduated Friday May 6, 2011. He has finished with a perfect GPA. Scored 100% on all written tests and practical applications. Ryan was chosen #1 of a 6-way tiebreaker for his character, work ethic, leadership, commitment, and his overall dedication to helping others. He not only earned the right to be top of his class. Ryan was selected to be the only one in his battalion to actually fire one of the most sophisticated weapon systems in world (during training). Yes its like catching your first fire. Ryan was very apprehensive when he started his training and often referred to it as "Top Gun" school. Well needless to say; FF, Pfc Ryan Carroll has earned the "Top Gun" spot at USMC SOI ITB (0352). Congratulations Son, You've made us all proud.
Ryan has been a member of Providence since October 15, 2008. Though a young official member on his birthday at the age of 16, he was no stranger to the company. Ryan spent many of his younger years with his Dad (FF Jack Carroll) helping out around 29. Though Ryan had aspirations of being a Firefighter, his real passion was to serve his country. To serve in the United States Marine Corps. He always carried that backpack wherever he went. Since he was three years old. Now we know why Ryan never had any problems with carrying his Dads gear coming back from fire calls.
Shortly after graduating from Loch Raven HS, Ryan signed up for USMC Delayed Entry Program at the local recruiting station. He continued volunteering at Providence, trained with Lt. D. Ross (his mentor) through the mountains of Cotoctin; in preparation for one of the most grueling 12 weeks any young man would ever face. "USMC BOOT CAMP"! Ryan entered boot camp one month after his 18th birthday as the youngest recruit on Parris Island. Graduated February 11, 2011 as a Squad Leader of his Platoon, maintained high honors throughout, as well as earning the rank of Private First Class prior to graduation. Ryan continues the legacy of his Grandfather who fought in one of the toughest battles of Korea as a Marine.
As he did at Providence, Ryan embraced mentors young and old, always eager to learn something new and challenging. FF Carroll will continue to be a part of the Providence family throughout his six year commitment with the Marine Corps. He will currently be stationed in Jacksonville NC at Camp Lejeune. Working, training, and most likely deploying within the year. Like any job, Ryan is the new kid on the block, however when he gets the opportunity to come home; you can bet he will be coming by to see us all. Though currently licensed by the State of North Carolina and the US Government to drive a HUMVEE with some of those crazy weapon packages, we will have to keep him in the back of the fire engine to keep him humble.
Once again great job Ryan, we are all very proud of you.
Dad.
2011-104-16- Easter egg hunt
April 16, 2011 - The Easter Bunny was at Providence VFC today !
The annual community Easter Egg hunt was held from 11:00 to 1:00 at the station today. Despite it being pretty rainy outside, the 37 children hunting for Easter Eggs inside the station had a great time. There were crafts and snacks to go along with the 'sweet' stuff inside the Easter Eggs.
This event is an annual tradition at Providence and is sponsored by our Ladies Committee. Andrea Wolbert was the coordinator for this year's Easter Egg hunt.
If you have any photographs from the Easter Egg hunt or any other events from Providence, please email them to information@pvfc29.com
2011-04-07- WTC steel arrival
April 07, 2011 - On April 7, 2011 a long awaited addition to the station finally arrived. After more then a year of going through the application process, PVFC found out earlier this year that we had been awarded a piece of steel from the World Trade Center that was recovered after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2011.
Members from Providence made the trip to JFK Airport in New York City along with a driver and truck donated by Wirtz and Daughters Landscaping.
When the truck and steel made back into Maryland, they were met by member of the Maryland chapter of the Patriot Guard www.mdpatriotguard.org , led the procession of 2 PVFC vehicles and the truck carrying the steel. The procession grew at Cromwell Bridge Road, where all units from PVFC and Baltimore County Fire Department Engine Co. # 10 (Parkville). The Patriot Guard led the convoy back to the Firehouse where dozens of community members and local media were waiting.
A formal dedication of the steel will occur on September 11, 2011 at 2 pm
See the following links to local media coverage of the event.
FOX 45
http://www.foxbaltimore.com/newsroom/morning/videos/vid_71.shtml?sms_ss=facebook&at_xt=4d9cba08d806480c%2C0
http://www.foxbaltimore.com/newsroom/top_stories/videos/wbff_vid_7197.shtml?sms_ss=facebook&at_xt=4d9efb40dd7f50b7%2C0
Towson Times Newspaper
http://www.explorebaltimorecounty.com/news/112602/providence-volunteer-fire-company-receives-steel-post-9-11-world-trade-center-site/
WJZ 13
http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2011/04/10/towson-fire-company-receives-piece-of-world-trade-center/
Towson Patch.com
http://towson.patch.com/articles/providence-volunteer-fire-co-delivers-beam-from-world-trade-center
2011-02-25 House Fire in Jacksonville
March 05, 2011 - Dwelling Fire in Jacksonville. Firebox 47-6
February 25th, 2011- During the evening hours, Firebox 47-6 was sounded for the dwelling fire on Carroll Mill Rd in Jacksonville. Station 29 immediately responded with E 291, E 292, B 294 with 10 volunteers. E 471 went on location with a 2 story single family dwelling with heavy fire showing from the first and second floors. A working fire and tanker strike team was requested. Crews attempted an aggressive interior attack, however were ordered to evacuate due to the lack of water. Crews worked into the early morning hours to extinguish the fire. The cause is under investigation.
2011-02-26- Installation of Officers
February 26, 2011 - On Saturday February 26, the Officers and Members gathered at the Parkville American Legion for the Installation of Officers and Awards Dinner.
The event was planned by Lieutenants Wolbert and Robertson with assistance from members Andrea Wolbert, Janice Coroneos and Lieutenant Dean Denning.
Our very own Reverend Jim Westervelt gave the invocation and Robert Murry Sr (BCoFD Station 17/Reisterstown VFC) served as the the MC. After dinner, there was a video summary of the years events, that was made by member Paul Gleitsmann with assistance from other members. The 2011 elected officers took the Oath of Office, the awards were presented (see list below). After the awards, the evening carried on with music, dancing and socializing.
Special thanks to the Brothers from Rosedale VFC # 280 for providing a fill- in crew. (Sorry that you didn't get dinner !)
AWARDS
Distinguished Civilian Service Award
Richard and Donna Martinek
(This award was presented by Mr and Mrs Descoteau. The Descoteau family were at home asleep several months back. Unknown to them, there was a fire in their attached garage. Their smoke detector was not working. Mr. and Mrs. Martinek were driving by and thought they saw smoke through the woods. Upon further investigation they came across the house fire on Helm Court. They quickly alerted the residents by beating on the front door and yelling "Fire". The members from Providence arrived shortly thereafter, confined the fire to the garage and rescued the family pets.)
Firefighter of the Year:
Timothy Theodoropoulus
Presidents Award:
Geoffrey Donahue
2010 Top Responders
Paul Gleitsmann – 390
John Jeffers – 332
Michael Fick – 296
Andrew Cherney – 254
Colin Campbell – 244
Jerry Davis – 219
Ryan Carroll – 213
Christopher Rhodes – 209
Brian Curtis – 204
Tim Theodoroupolos – 196
Years of Service
Thirty-five Years
Philip M. Darr
Joseph A. Murphy
Twenty-five Years
Craig M. Blue
Michael F. Parr
Fifteen Years
Geoffrey L. Donahue
Scott G. Ebbert
Ten Years
Nicki L. Coroneos
Jennifer D. Kernan
Beverly E. Robertson
Brian T. Robertson
Ann C. Wehrle
Five Years
Joseph A. Conrad
Ryan P. Downey
Laura D. Grimm
Christopher E. Gummer
Michael J. Murphy
Christopher D. Rhodes
Bryan M. Wolbert
2011-02-19 Working Fire in Perry Hall
February 19, 2011 - Third Fire in 12 hours. Firebox 55-8
February 19, 2011- While the rest of the 29 House was operating on the 10-16 working dwelling fire, E 292 was returning from a transfer detail at station 17 due to a working fire in Hereford. While returning E 292 was picked-up on the road at York and the Beltway, and alerted for firebox 55-8 on Roxburgh Ct. in Perry Hall, for the dwelling fire as the first due engine company. And for the third time in less than 12 hours Providence had yet another working fire. E 292 pulled on the street and layed a supply line from the hydrant at the bottom on the court and reported a 2 story single family with heavy fire showing through the roof. E 292 initiated an aggressive interior attack, and while doing so the roof collapsed on the crew from 292. Hurt but not broken the crew pushed on and continued with the attack and extinguished all the fire in the home, saving a majority of the house. One member from E 292 received serious but non life threatening injuries to the neck and back, and was transported to Shock Trauma.E 292 operated for approximately two hours before returning to service. In all Station 29 responded to 19 emergency calls for service including 3 working structure fires and numerous working brush as well as other events. Thanks to all who helped on a very busy day.
2011-02-19 3rd alarm
February 19, 2011 - 3-Alarm Assisted Living Fire: Fire Box 14-09
February 19, 2011 - At approximately 12:15am, PVFC was alerted to respond to the report of a fire at an assisted living facility on Landrake Road off of Thornton Road in Riderwood. Engine 292 and FL 293 responded on the assignment. First arriving units reported nothing evident; however crews encountered smoke conditions inside and discovered fire in the walls which traveled to the second and third floors and eventually the fire vented through the roof of the structure. Members from Providence operated for approximately 4 hours extinguishing the fire and performing overhaul.
2011-02-19 Working Fire in Parkville
February 19, 2011 - Second Fire in 10 Hours. Fire-Rescue Box 10-16
February 19, 2011- As a three alarm building fire was going on in Golden Ring during the mid afternoon hours. E 291, Fl 293 and U 298 were alerted to the10-16 box for the fire-rescue assignment. Units responded as the second due company and arrived simultaneously with Engine 11 and found a two story townhouse with fire showing from the first floor. Units worked together to extinguish the fire and search for possible trapped occupants, which proved to be negative. Units operated for two hours before returning to service.