Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association

Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 341

Operating as usual

12/27/2020
FOX 26 Houston

FOX 26 Houston

WILD VIDEO: A viewer captured the scene moments after a gas leak caused a house explosion in SE Houston.

Thankfully there were no injuries https://bit.ly/37ThsAt

12/25/2020
Houston Fire Station 69

Houston Fire Station 69

The men and woman of Station 69 would like to wish you all a Blessed and safe Christmas. We would like to thank all of you that have been there for us. We have some great neighbors that have been very gracious with us through this very crazy year. We proudly continue to serve you and pray for a great 2021 for everyone! 🎄🎁✝️

From Andy Williamson: “On Christmas Eve 2020, at 2222 hours, Engine 5 delivered a healthy baby girl at the couple’s home...
12/25/2020

From Andy Williamson: “On Christmas Eve 2020, at 2222 hours, Engine 5 delivered a healthy baby girl at the couple’s home that was supposed to be a C-section while waiting on Ambulance 4. Despite everything, there are still cool things that happen at this job. Picture posted with permission of family of course.”

HFD Fire Station 68
12/25/2020

HFD Fire Station 68

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the crews of Fire Station 68

12/25/2020
HFD Fire Station 86

HFD Fire Station 86

On behalf of all the crews here at Fire Station 86, we want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!
🎄🎁 🔥

Houston Fire Department - Station 55 - The Double Nickel
12/25/2020

Houston Fire Department - Station 55 - The Double Nickel

Happy Holidays everyone, from the men and women of Station 55...

12/25/2020
Houston Fire Station 25

Houston Fire Station 25

We the members of station 25 (Firewalkers) would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and to keep those that have to work over the holidays in your prayers along with all military deployed around the world and abroad be safe and god bless each and every person.

Houston Fire Department In The Line of Duty"Remember to Never Forget"On this day, December 24, 1908 at age 48Thomas Andr...
12/24/2020

Houston Fire Department In The Line of Duty
"Remember to Never Forget"
On this day, December 24, 1908 at age 48
Thomas Andrew O'Leary
Entered Service: September 21, 1895
6th LODD since Houston's paid department began in August 1895
The second photo is the fire house where he worked. Central Fire Station, built in 1903, 519 San Jacinto Street and Texas Avenue.
For more HFD LODD profiles go to:http://www.houstonfirememorial.org/LODD-NEW/MASTER%20PAGE%20FOR%20LODD.htm

Houston Fire Station 69
12/24/2020

Houston Fire Station 69

As of 0900 here are all the units out of service due to manpower shortage

12/24/2020
Message from Scott Mellott: Sadly 2020 is a record year of the most FF Retired and Active deaths since I have been keepi...
12/24/2020
Houston Fire Department

Message from Scott Mellott: Sadly 2020 is a record year of the most FF Retired and Active deaths since I have been keeping track since 2005.

October was the first time there were 11 FF deaths in one month and only 3 months had 10 in one month since 2005.

2020 was not good for us, we lost a lot of great firefighters including four In The Line Of Duty.

2020 Houston Fire Department's Recent Deaths

To date we have lost 66 Firefighters with eight more days left in the really bad 2020.

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The year 2019 left us with 57 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2018 left us with 53 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2017 left us with 63 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2016 left us with 36 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2015 left us with 50 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2014 left us with 54 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2013 left us with 43 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2012 left us with 38 Deceased Fire Fighters

The year 2011 left us with 28 Deceased Fire Fighters

See all the names on my HFD Memorial web site.
http://www.houstonfirememorial.org/Recent_Houston_firefighter_deaths.htm

  Line of Duty Death  George Albert Ross  Gary Thomas Dean  Charles Samuel Scarmardi  Larry Matlock  William Harold "Bill" Reaser 

KPRC2 Joel Eisenbaum
12/23/2020

KPRC2 Joel Eisenbaum

This $900,000+ Houston Fire Department Ladder truck is not currently in service because of a staffing shortage.
There are 3 others just like it today.
It will be worse on Christmas.

TONIGHT ON TV: at 6p

Hundreds of holiday pies are being distributed today to D-shift firefighters in more than 90 HFD stations. Thanks to HPF...
12/23/2020

Hundreds of holiday pies are being distributed today to D-shift firefighters in more than 90 HFD stations. Thanks to HPFFA's Laura Stein, Gretchen Wolf, Brooke Clifton, Ina Garcia, Chris Schneider, Bruce Greenberg and Joe Trevino for organizing the effort. Merry Christmas!

Houston Chronicle: “Houston to receive 6,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses for firefighters, health workers.”https://www.housto...
12/22/2020
Houston to receive 6,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses for firefighters, health workers

Houston Chronicle: “Houston to receive 6,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses for firefighters, health workers.”
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Houston-to-receive-6-000-COVID-19-vaccines-for-15820338.php?cmpid=gsa-chron-result

The city of Houston will receive 6,000 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to inoculate firefighters and health workers, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Monday.

The drive-through, free COVID-19 tests for active and retired firefighters and their families continues until 4 p.m. We'...
12/22/2020

The drive-through, free COVID-19 tests for active and retired firefighters and their families continues until 4 p.m. We've seen a steady flow of test takers. Many thanks to United Memorial Medical Center (UMMC) and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for sponsoring the event.

HFD Fire Station 68
12/21/2020

HFD Fire Station 68

12/21/2020

To the residents of the Braeburn community and southwest Houston: Ladder 68 is currently out of service due to lack of staffing.

For further questions and comments, contact Fire Chief Samuel Peña (832-394-6702), District J Council Member Edward Pollard (832-393-3015), and/or Mayor Sylvester Turner (713-837-0311).

12/20/2020
Houston Fire Department In The Line of Duty"Remember to Never Forget"On this day, December 20, 1929 at age 23Aaron Loyla...
12/20/2020

Houston Fire Department In The Line of Duty
"Remember to Never Forget"
On this day, December 20, 1929 at age 23
Aaron Loyla O'Brien
Entered Service: July 12, 1929
21th LODD since Houston's paid department began in August 1895
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Houston Fire Department In The Line of Duty
"Remember to Never Forget"
On this day, December 21, 1929 at age 34
Michael James Ward Jr.
Entered Service: January 1, 1929
22nd LODD since Houston's paid department began in August 1895

FireRescue1: "A tribute to the firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2020."https://www.firerescue1.com/fallen-fir...
12/19/2020
Video: A tribute to the firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2020

FireRescue1: "A tribute to the firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2020."
https://www.firerescue1.com/fallen-firefighters/articles/video-a-tribute-to-the-firefighters-who-died-in-the-line-of-duty-in-2020-8lXBv7GT7WNSlRwR/?fbclid=IwAR3cPvifbTOT2RBMCTi0VRu9oo_qw7k4sZPZaf3adG7g_y5F_v73XBMtdVI

As we look toward a new year, we honor the memory of those who put their life on the line to protect their community

HFD Fire Station 41
12/18/2020

HFD Fire Station 41

12/18/2020
Houston Fire Department - Station 55 - The Double Nickel
12/16/2020

Houston Fire Department - Station 55 - The Double Nickel

Probationary FF Conwell with some K12 practice today at the station...

Houston firefighters at work: D-shift crews from Districts 71, 70 and 26 responded to an early morning apartment fire on...
12/16/2020

Houston firefighters at work: D-shift crews from Districts 71, 70 and 26 responded to an early morning apartment fire on Bay Area Blvd., near University Green Blvd. Photos: Ryan Lee For Houston

Research shows that fire fighters are more likely to be diagnosed with certain types of cancer than the general public –...
12/15/2020

Research shows that fire fighters are more likely to be diagnosed with certain types of cancer than the general public – a trend that the IAFF and FCSN are working to reduce. Look for targeted education about best practices and resources to reduce the impact of cancer on fire fighters throughout January. #ReducetheRisk

Houston Fire Station 25
12/15/2020

Houston Fire Station 25

C-Shift taking care of business with a quick knock down....

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Today’s “Rally to Remember” in honor of fallen HFD Captain Jay Jahnke.

D59D68FireOct0820
D59D68FireOct0820

Houston firefighters at work: B-shift crews from Stations 24, 48, 51, 59, 68, 73, 80 and 82 responded to a house fire on Fairmeadow Dr., near Candlegreen Ln.

L341KellyOct0720
L341KellyOct0720

IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Ed "Edzo" Kelly thanked Houston firefighters for the endorsement in the race for IAFF General President. #OurIAFF #TakeBackOurUnion

GoodeStAug0920
GoodeStAug0920

Houston firefighters at work: D-shift crews from Stations 18, 20, 23, and 40 responded to a house fire in the 7800 block of Goode St.

AShiftHouseFireJul0520
AShiftHouseFireJul0520

Houston firefighters at work: A-shift firefighters from Stations 10, 48, 57, 60, 68, 73, 76, 82, and 83 responded to a house fire in the 10700 block of Landover Lane. Here's a quick look at what the inside of a fire looks like from a firefighter's perspective.

MnuchinCARESActMay0420
MnuchinCARESActMay0420

The City of Houston has a clear opportunity to fortify our public safety resources in the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic response. The City has received more than $400 million in federal CARES Act aid. Contrary to the City Hall rhetoric, the U.S. Treasury Department guidance issued on April 22, 2020 confirms that CARES Act funding can be applied to eligible emergency medical response expenses, including emergency medical transportation, related to COVID-19. In addition to the operational costs of equipment and supplies (which should include personal protective equipment or PPE), payroll, overtime, and hazard pay are also considered operational costs. Here's Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin further clarifying the situation.

HPFFACOVID19Apr0820
HPFFACOVID19Apr0820

In this short video, Houston firefighters urge you to stay home and help "flatten the curve" in the COVID-19 pandemic response. Thank you.

HouCityCouncilMar3120
HouCityCouncilMar3120

Thanks, Houstonian and civic leader Doug Smith for your support of Houston firefighters at the City Council meeting on Tuesday.

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HPFFACFFeb0620

Many thanks to the community leaders and supporters who helped the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Charitable Foundation donate 55 FAST rescue boards for use on HFD ladder, HazMat and rescue trucks. The boards, which were originally designed for rapid intervention teams (RITs), often are deployed in technical rescue, water rescue, mass casualty, and active shooter incidents. The $103,000 donation was funded by proceeds from the Foundation's annual Red Hot Gala.

FirefightersSaluteSgtBrewsterDec1219
FirefightersSaluteSgtBrewsterDec1219

Houston firefighters saluted the funeral procession of HPD Sgt. Christopher Brewster today. Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

HPFFABuzbeeNewsConferenceNov1419
HPFFABuzbeeNewsConferenceNov1419

Houston firefighters hosted endorsed mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee for Mayor for a news conference today.

HPFFA News Conference - Oct. 9, 2019
HPFFA News Conference - Oct. 9, 2019

The Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association (HPFFA) welcomed endorsed city council candidates to a news conference today. The candidates introduced themselves and spoke about their campaigns.

PipesDrumsSep2519
PipesDrumsSep2519

Houston firefighters are grateful for the many volunteers helping prepare to memorialize fallen firefighter Kenneth Stavinoha. Tonight, members of the HFD Pipes and Drums practiced ahead of tomorrow's service. Thanks also to the Houston police officers providing support and security for tomorrow's service and for firefighters from around the state here to pay their respects.

News Conference 9/3/19

Today, the Houston Retired Firefighters Association endorsed City Council Member Dwight Boykins for mayor. Here’s the HRFA news conference.

LoganMessageJun1819
LoganMessageJun1819

Here's a message for our new friend Logan, a 17-year-old Georgian who's fighting leukemia at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Houston firefighters and friends, please reply with your own video messages of support for Logan. And learn more about Logan here: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/firefighters-around-the-world-rally-to-support-son-of-georgia-firefighter

News Conference - 6/5/19

HPFFA News Conference - 5/21/19

WhatATangledWebMay0319
WhatATangledWebMay0319

Here's another example of how Mayor Sylvester Turner is making up the Prop B rules as he goes. No matter what he said today, Turner is at courthouse, seeking to have Prop B declared "unconstitutional." He wants to kill Prop B, not implement it. #FollowTheMoney

HPFFA news conference regarding Mayor Sylvester Turner’s rejection of our mediation offer today.

CityBudgetMar0619
CityBudgetMar0619

As this video shows, city expenditures totalling more than $396 million are not reviewed by the city controller's office. Tens of thousands of expenditures less than $50,000 are under the control of appointees of Mayor Sylvester Turner. Combined with the mayor's refusal to fully open the city books, it raises questions about his claims about city finances and his refusal to implement Proposition B. #FollowTheMoney

EasyToSwearInFeb2619
EasyToSwearInFeb2619

While Mayor Sylvester Turner and his pay-to-play political patrons enjoy another “trade” junket, HPFFA President Marty Lancton shows how easy it is to swear in HFD fire academy graduates. Imagine if the mayor was as focused on rebuilding HFD as he is on punishing firefighter families, including these new firefighters. Since announcing a city hiring “freeze,” the mayor has hired more than 200 police and civilian employees. These days, it’s only cold in HFD. #frostbite

KuboshHouCityCouncil
KuboshHouCityCouncil

"WHO'S MY LAWYER?" Houston City Council Member Michael Kubosh lowers the boom on Mayor Sylvester Turner and the city attorney as they justify their continuing political and legal war on Houston firefighter families.

2018_MerryChristmasHappyNewYear
2018_MerryChristmasHappyNewYear

On behalf of Houston's 4,000 firefighters, HPFFA President Marty Lancton and HBFA President Delance Shaw offer best holiday wishes to the city.

WhatsYourPointNov1818
WhatsYourPointNov1818

A voice of reason: Houston attorney Nyanza L. Moore is right. Firefighters are grateful that voters supported us on Prop B. When Mayor Sylvester Turner quits focusing on vindictively punishing firefighters, we’ll be ready to discuss implementation of Prop B, like the voters ordered.

DancingFirefighterPollworker
DancingFirefighterPollworker

Some lucky Houston voters are encountering the Dancing Prop B Firefighter at polling locations - like here at Galena Park. He'll be around town through Election Day. Thanks for the support, Houston!

SupportOurFirefightersPAC_TVAd_Oct2518
SupportOurFirefightersPAC_TVAd_Oct2518

Here's our TV ad asking voters to vote YES for Proposition B. Thanks for the support, Houston!

Local 341 members working early poll locations
Local 341 members working early poll locations

Local 341 brothers working the polls! If you have not signed up to block walk, phone bank ,or work the polls sign up NOW! Let's get this done! https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/73372db05a3c2eec71-polls

AstrosHFDStation20
AstrosHFDStation20

Congratulations to the Houston Astros for winning the AL West. Best wishes in the playoffs from HFD Station 20 Magnolia Park.

HILTON_FOR_PROP_B
HILTON_FOR_PROP_B

Thanks, Hilton Furniture, for your support of Houston firefighters and Proposition B. THAT'S A FACT, JACK!

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