Guest adrenaline_junky Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Well folks i guess being a volunteer firefighter ain't always as much fun as i thought. Tonight we got dispatched for a fire with entrappment. So me and the other two guys on my team went inside after her. I was team leader and first one in to do the primary search. I have to admit i knew it was hot but didn't think it was this hot. We were in for about a half an hour before we found her under the bed hiding. We took here outside and go medical attention for her. Well when i took off my gear for rehab i realized i had burns on my knees and my left shoulder. Well went to the hospital and sure enough Third degree burns on both knees and shoulder. I also have first degree burns around my ears didn't get a good seal with my mask. O well i guess it was all worth it we got the little girl out and after a night in the hospital she'll be back to normal. Whats even better is the FD saved the house after i left in the ambulance so everything worked out GREAT. Not trying to brag i just feel good it's awsome to be able to help someone I guess me and my crew saved her life and i just feel good bout it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GobblerBuster618 Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 hope you get better quickly! I am going through the final steps to get on our local fire dept. It sure is a gratifying job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 that is awesome that you saved the little girls life...............but indeed not a good thing that you got burned! be careful and thank you for serving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Think of it this way ... that mentality you had to go into that burning house is the exact same mentality those fire fighters had running into the World Trade Center on 9-11. Its that kind of dedication and service that should make you feel proud and should make you want to "brag." I for one have the utmost respect for you and any firefighter the sacrifice you make every time you go on a call is one that I bet very few people are willing to make. It certainly takes a special person to do what you do and what you did. Thank you for your service and stay safe in all the work you do. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Thank you for doing what you do, and I hope you heal up real quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowtech_archer07 Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 That's awesome!! I'm a volunteer firefighter as well, never been in a situation like yours, but I can only imagine how proud you feel for helping save the little girl! Hope you recover soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Wishing you nothing but a fast recovery and a BIG "THANKS" for being there for the little girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntnMa Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 hope you heal quick.....please be careful..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You're a hero bud. Job well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Great job doing what you do! hope you heal up quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You should be proud!Glad to here the little girl is doing well.Hope you get healed up quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andrea Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Way to go saving the little girl. I'm sure her parents are extremely grateful too. Hope your burns heal quickly. That's a tough job. Takes a special person to fill that position. Here's to you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You're a hero bud. Job well done. My thoughts exactly. Thank you for what you do, great job saving that little girl. Hope you heal quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You're definetly a hero! That's great that you guys saved her life. Too bad to hear about the burns, hope they heal up quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You are hero in my book. What you and your brothers see as just "doing there job", most people wouldn't do. That family will not have to go through the pain of losing their little girl because of you and your team. I pray that your injuries will heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest adrenaline_junky Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Thanks folks, to be honested with you i was absolutely terrified until we found her. Once we found her i was a little calmer. The burns are doing pretty good. Talked to the family this morning and it was a good feeling. I also got a call from the mayor of my town and he wants to have a award ceremony for me. The Headlines on the front page of the paper say HERO. Its a great feeling that i was just doing my job and now everyone see's me as a hero. But to me it was just a job well done!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Very cool. I could only imagine the feeling. I was a volunteer for a little while and thinking of picking it up again. One of the most important thing you can do is keep you turnout gear in good shape. They should be able to withstand a fair amount of heat and flame. Congrats man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkV Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Congrats on a great job well done from a previous fire fighter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckslayer Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 It was worth it to become that little girl's hero. Nice work! Hope you get better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 You're a hero bud. Job well done. Definitely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 WOW!!! Way to go. Thank you. HOpe you recovery quickly!! May God watch over you and your team as you guys put your lives on the line for others!! God bless you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonehuntr Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Way to go, I would be happy too. To know you saved a little girl from a burning house is something to be pretty proud of. Not to many could say that . Probably why you took up firefighting anyway to save others. Sorry about the burns though. Heal quicklly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popgun Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Congratulations on a job well done. I'm hoping you heal quickly. What is the name of the town you work in? I'd like to read the local news write-up, as usually they don't give the firefighters the credit they are properly due. ....popgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 Sorry to hear that. Prayers go out that you heal quickly. You do a very dangerous job and for that I thank you. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 Wear those scars and burns proudly, you earned them the hard way. Thank God for people like you who will brave that. You will be a part of each and every one of her tomorrows.....that's gotta be an amazing feeling. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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