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What's New at IAFF 42 
Leadership from Greater Kansas City Fire Fighters IAFF Local 42 and KC Chief Officers IAFF Local 3808 met with Governor Mike Parson to discuss issues facing Missouri Fire Fighters in the 2020 Legislative Session.
The following members were Elected by Acclamation:Carl Molle KCFD South of River East Duane Kawakami KCFD North of River West Matt Tuder KCFD Downtown Dan Speaks KCFD North Central Neal Wilson KCFD EMS Field Rep Tom Melton KCFD Support Services Julie Hamilton Jackson County Prosecutors Bobby Higgins Kearney Robert VanVoorst Belton Adam Ellis Riverside Scott Gutherie Excelsior Springs Jason Peoples South Platte Updated Election Results as of December 4, 2019
Local 42 is excited to announce our new Mobile App that works in concert with our website. Please download the appropriate one for your Smartphone or Table (Android or iOS) by merely clicking on the button in the left column.
Once you download the App you will use your User Name and Password that you use to access the Members Only Section of this website to log into the Mobile App. Each time you open the Mobile App you will have instant access to the Members Only Section.
If you are a dues paying member of IAFF Local 42 and you are not registered on our website we invite you to Register NOW.
The Greater Kansas City Fire Fighter Alumni Association has its own website. This is one of the best online sources for KCFD History and we invite you to visit them and learn something new about something old.
Special acknowledgement to Ray Elder, KCFD Retired Fire Captain and KCFD Historian.
Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.
Toys for Tots
12/06/19 - IAFF Local 739
Toys for Tots Our annual Toys for Tots campaign is underway in conjunction with the USMC. New, unwrapped gifts are sought and can be dropped off at any firehouse. Any questions can be directed to Paul Tucker, E3/D2. Thank you.Emeritus Status
12/06/19 - IAFF 1826
Congratulations to retiring Field Representive Bill Simpson. Last night, at the bi-monthly meeting, it was unanimously voted to make him emeritus status. Thank you for your many years of service to this Local.Local 1826, 2020 Bi-Monthly Meeting Schedule
12/06/19 - IAFF 1826
2020 Local 1826 Bi-Monthly Meeting 1. February 27th, 2020 2. April 23rd, 2020 3. June 25th, 2020 4. August 27th, 2020 5. October 22nd, 2020 6. December 3rd, 2020 Local 1826 Bi-Monthly meetings are held at the SWFL International Airport Training Center. 15924 Air Cargo Lane, Fort Myers, Fl.Joe Huth elected as District 2 VP
12/06/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Congratulations Joe Huth on being elected as the next Local 858 District 2 Vice President. Thank you to Morgan Thomas for his time and willingness to stay involved as a Vice President. Thank you to Rick Dodson, Election Commissioner, and Jocelyn Nauslar for monitoring the polls and making this a successful election. Don't forget Santa Clause is coming to town.Friday Update 12-6-19
12/06/19 - IAFF Local 1014
Firefighter Health Study
12/05/19 - IAFF Local 21
FIREFIGHTER HEALTH STUDY:
The call is officially out for your assistance in volunteering to participate in a research study relating to firefighter health and specifically that of the cardiorespiratory fitness (CFR) in firefighters.Latinos In Action Visit
12/05/19 - New London Fire Fighters
The NLFD would like to thank the Latinos in Action group from Bennie Dover Middle School for stopping by and dropping off some pizza for us during the holidays. It was a great visit.2020 Crab Feed & Installation Banquet
12/04/19 - IAFF local 1289
Modesto City Firefighters 2020 Crab Feed and Installation Banquet will be held on Febuary 15th, 2020 at the Stanislaus Veterans Hall located at 3500 Coffee Rd, starting with cocktail hour at 5pm. Tickets for this event are 55$ and can be purchased at the link below. All proceeds for this event will go towards our Widows & Orphans fund.2020 SFPFF Conference
12/04/19 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters
DFD BANQUET
12/04/19 - Denton Fire Fighters Association
SAVE THE DATE: The Denton Fire Department Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, February 8th at the Embassy Suites.Monday Morning Headlines - December 2nd, 2019
12/02/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Monday Morning Headlines - December 2nd, 2019 Good Morning, I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving. As we start in on December, we have quite a bit of info. - The Polls are still open until Wednesday, December, 4th at 7:00 pm.Membership Meeting
12/01/19 - IAFF Local F-102
All Hands, A Membership Meeting has been scheduled for 22 December 2019 and will commence at 1730 hours at Crash Fire Station 62. A running agenda will be posted on the Union website for review/consideration. If you wish to have anything added to the agenda please feel free to contact me.Garner Memorial Scholarship
12/01/19 - IAFF Local 311
The Richard Garner Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the life of City of Madison Firefighter/Paramedic Richard Garner Jr. who died in the line of duty on April 1, 2018.SPFD FIT TO SERVE
11/29/19 - IAFF Local 21
Welcome to the SPFD Fit to Serve online store. The store will be open for orders from Friday, 11/22/19 through Friday, 12/20/19. Goods will be ready for distribution the week of 01/13/20, coordinated by SPFD Fit to Serve. Please be sure to check the accuracy of your order, as no changes can be made to custom goods once your order is placed.Happy Thanksgiving!
11/28/19 - IAFF Local 1014
South Parker Rd. Commercial Structure Fire
11/27/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
Just before 3:40am on Wednesday, November 27th, Local members responded to a reported commercial fire in the 10600 block of S. Parker Road. Parker Police Department got on scene and confirmed a fire on the roof, upgrading the call to a working commercial structure fire. Members arrived to find the fire located on the roof of Denver Auto Company. Tower 45 positioned on Parker Rd.January 26, 2020: Climb To Support First Responders
11/26/19 - UPFFA
CLIMB TO SUPPORT FIRST RESPONDERS JANUARY 26, 2020 9: a.m. – 1:00 p.m.BFit Challenge
11/26/19 - PFFNH
Join the BFit Challenge on January 26th https://www.nhl.Nominations
11/25/19 - Newport News Firefighter's Association
Nominations for our President and for Treasurer positions are open!! Nomination period will close on the 30th of November and Voting to be done in Decemeber!! Please send any nominations to Donnie Lewis via email here or his work email. Thank you.Station 11-1 Re-build
11/24/19 - South County Professional Fire Fighters Association -IAFF Local 4683
Our current Station 11-1 is getting a much needed "upgrade" below is the drawing of what the new station will look like.NLFD Hosts Retiree Breakfast
11/23/19 - New London Fire Fighters
The NLFD Union was happy to host a breakfast for the Department's retirees this weekend. This is the first annual Retiree Breakfast. It was a great time, thank you to all for attending.NLFD Hosts History Night
11/23/19 - New London Fire Fighters
The NLFD along with Mr. Gary Pinkham hosted a New London Fire Department history night this past weekend. Current and past members were able to learn about various aspects of the department's history along with various items that Mr. Pinkham brought with him. We would like to express our thanks to both Mr. Pinkham and Battalion Chief Jeff Rheaume for putting this together.2019 Election Results
11/23/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Here are the results for the 2019 Election. There will be a run-off for the 3 principal officers positions as no candidate received a majority. Ballot will be mailed out next week. If you did not receive a ballot for the election please email Election Chair Gabe Nemeth at gabe.nemeth@local 1403.Interstate 25 MVA/MCI
11/22/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
Just after 17:00 on November 21st, 2019 Local 2086 and 4116 members responded to an MVA with extrication needed on northbound I-25 between Castle Pines Pkwy and Ridgegate Pkwy in Surrey Ridge. First arriving Engine 36 reported multiple vehicles across the highway, assumed command and requested the northbound lanes be closed.19-2 Academy Hell Night
11/22/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
https://www.southmetro.FF John Marques
11/22/19 - IAFF Somerville Fire Local 76
Today, November 22nd, marks the 30th Anniversary of the passing of FF John Marques who died in the Line of Duty due to occupational cancer. May he continue to Rest In Peace.Annual Holiday Food Drive
11/22/19 - IAFF Local 801
The City of Danbury Firefighter's Union Local 801 is again collecting canned and non-perishable foods for the annual food drive to benefit the Salvation Army's holiday basket program and food pantry.
Donations may be dropped off at the following DFD career stations:
Headquarters - 19 New St.
Engine 23 - 208 Osborne St.
Engine 24 - 36 Eagle Rd.BFD Promotions
11/22/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Boston Firefighters Local 718 President Bob Petitti along with Fire Commissioner Joe Finn and Mayor Walsh attended the promotion ceremony at Florian Hall Thursday November 21, 2019. The following members where promoted, Robert J. Calobrisi to Chief of Operations Field Services-Andre Stallworth Chief of Operations Support Services-James P. Green Deputy Fire Chief-Brian P.Pigs Eye FD Apparel
11/22/19 - IAFF Local 21
Monday November 25th is the last day to purchase your one of kind, firefighter designed, SPFD Local 21 Pig's Eye clothing! All orders will be available in time for Christmas - don't forget to get your order in!! https://stores.inksoft.com/SPFD/shop/home.Friday Update 11-22-19
11/22/19 - IAFF Local 1014
Operation Warm Coat Distribution / Bike Build
11/22/19 - IAFF Local 21
We are looking for volunteers to help on this year's Operation Warm coat distribution days Thursday Dec. 5th from 0900-1200 (approx end time) in partnership with Mauer Buick GMC and Mauer Chevrolet at Dayton's Bluff Elementary located at: 800 Conway Street, St.Body found after car fire
11/22/19 - IAFF Local 1264
https://www.adn.Middleham Pl. Car into a House
11/20/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 4:21 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19th Local members were dispatched to a call for a car crash into a home in the 7200 block of Middleham Pl. in Castle Pines.Annual Firefighters for Healing Red Tie Gala
11/19/19 - IAFF Local 21
Just announced! First Responder Discounted Rate Annual Firefighters for Healing Red Tie Gala Saturday, December 7, 2019 The Depot in Minneapolis General Admission Ticket is $200 | First Responder Price is $150 1000 guests expected. 80% Sold Out. Get your tickets TODAY! BUY tickets at firefightersforhealing.SPPD & SPFD Basketball
11/19/19 - IAFF Local 21
The police play basketball from 12-2PM at Battle Creek Rec Center on Tuesdays and are open to having anyone from the Fire Department that wants to play to join in. It is pick-up basketball so no need to have a team, just show up and play.Santa Claus is coming to Town!
11/19/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Santa Claus is coming to the Denver Firefighters Muesum on December 6th and 7th before the Parade of Lights.
Visit Santa, have a snack and head to the Parade of Lights. Don't waste your time standing in line at the mall, come to see the man himself, up close and personal where you can squeeze, hug, dance, and take pictures with Santa.Denver Nuggets Union Night
11/19/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
UNION NIGHT
AT THE Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets
November 24th, 2019 • 6:00pm • Pepsi Center
ORDER TICKETS ONLINE AT:
Click this Link: https://Nuggets.KSETickets.com/Union_Night
* Disclaimer: Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis and are subject to availability. Pricing is
subject to change without notice. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early.E-Board and Trustee Nominations
11/19/19 - Amarillo Professional Firefighters
The nominations for Executive Board positions and Trustees is once again open. This is due to a member who questioned the methods of the previous nomination method. In the spirit of fairness, and to ensure that all members have an opportunity to nominate a member for a position, nominations will again be open until December 2, 2019.Driver pulled over before car went up in flames in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Driver pulled over before car went up in flames in Springfield
HAMPDEN COUNTY
by: Jada Furlow
Posted: Nov 16, 2019 / 12:03 PM EST / Updated: Nov 16, 2019 / 06:54 PM EST
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Fire Department put out a car fire on 975 Page Boulevard in Springfield Saturday afternoon.Two drivers taken to hospital following car crash on Cooley Street in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Two drivers taken to hospital following car crash on Cooley Street in Springfield
HAMPDEN COUNTY
by: Jada Furlow
Posted: Nov 16, 2019 / 12:21 PM EST / Updated: Nov 16, 2019 / 06:55 PM EST
SPRINGFIELD, Mass.Crews battle two-alarm fire on Dickinson St. in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Crews battle two-alarm fire on Dickinson St.Springfield crash leaves 2 injured, traps woman in car
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Springfield crash leaves 2 injured, traps woman in car
Updated Nov 10, 2019;Posted Nov 10, 2019
By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com
SPRINGFIELD – Two people were injured in a two-car crash, which trapped a woman inside a vehicle.
The two victims were brought to a local hospital by ambulance.Bomb scare prompts lockdown at Mercy Medical Center
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Bomb scare prompts lockdown at Mercy Medical Center Andrew Masse Posted Nov 7, 2019 0 spaceplay / pause qunload | stop ffullscreen shift + ←→slower / faster ↑↓volume mmute ←→seek .Fire destroys top floor of house on Crystal Avenue in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Fire destroys top floor of house on Crystal Avenue in Springfield NEWS by: Alysha Boynton, Jada Furlow Posted: Nov 5, 2019 / 03:54 AM EST / Updated: Nov 5, 2019 / 07:15 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – An overnight fire scorched the second story of a house on Crystal Avenue in Springfield.Car intentionally set on fire in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Car intentionally set on fire in Springfield, fire captain says CRIME by: Jada Furlow Posted: Nov 5, 2019 / 06:51 AM EST / Updated: Nov 5, 2019 / 09:00 PM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Crews worked to put out a car fire early Tuesday morning in Springfield.Woman seriously injured in I-291 crash in Springfield
11/18/19 - IAFF Local 648
Woman seriously injured in I-291 crash in Springfield Updated Nov 02, 2019;Posted Nov 02, 2019 By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com SPRINGFIELD -- A woman was seriously injured after her vehicle crashed and rolled over on Interstate-291 Saturday. The crash occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m.Fire Prevention Month 2019
11/17/19 - IAFF Local 4349
Every October, the Local 4349 teams up with the Rancho Santa Fe Fire Prevention team to go into the schools and teach about fire safety. Each grade levels are taught different aspects of fire safety.
