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Hurricane Irma Survey 09/23/17 - IAFF 1826

Commissioner Josh Blake Spends Day as Lake County Firefighter 09/22/17 - IAFF Local 3990 Leesburg, FL - Lake County Commissioner Josh Blake spent the day with Lake County Firefighters and joined the action. Commissioner Blake learned what firefighters are tasked to do day in and day out and shared in some of the tasks. Lt.

Sam Willi Fallen Firefighter Golf Scramble 09/22/17 - Clearwater Fire Fighters Association The Annual Sam Willi Fallen Firefighter Golf Scramble will be held on Sunday, October 15th at Innisbrook in Palm Harbor, FL.  Please go to the following website to register.  Thank you for your participation and for your support.    www.goo.gl/3sy1JB.

Defusing/Debriefing Meetings 09/19/17 - IAFF 1826

Special Request From General President Schaitberger – Disaster Relief Fund 09/13/17 - IAFF Local 2546 To All IAFF Affiliate Leaders, We need your help to provide needed emergency funds to our IAFF Disaster Relief Fund. Over the last several weeks, you've seen our members in action in response to Hurricane Harvey, working around the clock to rescue literally tens of thousands of civilians, while risking their own lives and knowing their own homes were likely damaged or destroyed.

Important Hurricane Relief Message from President Kennell 09/13/17 - IAFF Local 2546 Important Hurricane Relief Message from President Kennell: Brothers and Sisters: First, I want to ask all members with serious problems to contact their DVP or Secretary Heinis so you can be put on a list for assistance. Remember, we can't help if we're not aware of the need.

Portable Generator Safety Tips 09/09/17 - IAFF Local 3990 Thousands of people throughout Florida will be using portable generators to power their homes and businesses after Irma hits. Here are some safety tips to operate a generator safely. Also remember, for the safety of the linemen out there restoring power, you need to cut off your main breaker if you are back feeding your house!! (this is not a recommended method of use) 1.

Hurricane Irma Update #3 09/09/17 - IAFF Local 1403 Dear Brothers and Sisters, The link below is another important update from Local 1403. Stay strong, stay safe and stay united! /Hurricane%20Irma%20Update%20%233.

Hurricane Preparation Tips & Guide 09/09/17 - IAFF Local 3990 Lake County (and pretty much anywhere in Florida right now) - you need to make final storm preparations TODAY! If you have any questions, the Lake County HOTLINE to call is 352-253-9999. If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1. If it is just a question, please use the hotline number. Some prep tips: 1. Go move loose outside items inside.

Hurricane Irma Update #2 09/08/17 - IAFF Local 1403 /Hurricane%20Irma%20Update%20%232.

Hurricane Update #1 09/08/17 - IAFF Local 1403 /Hurricane%20Update.

Florida declares state of emergency, officials order evacuations as Hurricane Irma intensifies to a Category 5 storm 09/05/17 - IAFF Local 4321 Florida declares state of emergency, officials order evacuations as Hurricane Irma intensifies to a Category 5 storm Play Video 2:22 Hurricane Irma takes aim at Florida Capital Weather Gang's Jason Samenow tells us what to expect from Hurricane Irma on Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Hallandale police, firefighters may merge with Broward Sheriff’s Office 09/02/17 - IAFF Local 4321 Hallandale police, firefighters may merge with Broward Sheriff’s Office Susannah Bryan The Broward sheriff’s vast domain eventually might be sweeping up another enclave: Hallandale Beach. At the request of union leaders, city commissioners agreed Wednesday to look into merging Hallandale’s police and fire departments with the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

UPDATE: IAFF Disaster Relief Operations for Hurricane Harvey 08/29/17 - IAFF Local 2546 The IAFF is dispatching a team from our headquarters to Houston to establish a disaster relief operations center at the Houston Local 341 union hall to assist affiliates and members affected by Hurricane Harvey.

District 14 T-Shirts 08/27/17 - IAFF 1826

Proposed Cancer Registry 08/24/17 - IAFF Local 4321 Proposed law would create national cancer registry for firefighters By CNHI News ServiceAug 18, 2017 Firefighting is among the most dangerous occupations for many reasons, but firefighters also can face increased long-term health risks due to exposure to a variety of hazardous substances on the job.

First Responder Discount, Winghouse of Ft. Myers 08/18/17 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, Please see attachment containing information on this discount offer from the Winghouse of Ft. Myers, Winghouse of Fort Myers, 4606 S. Cleveland Avenue, Ft. Myers, Fl.

Guns and Hoses Golf Tournament 08/09/17 - Tallahassee Professional Fire Fighters Killearn Country Club along with Local 2339, and PBA will be holding a Guns and Hoses golf tournament Aug 28th to support local charities.

2018 Calendar Sponsors 08/09/17 - Tallahassee Professional Fire Fighters The 2018 Bringin the Heat calendar is looking for sponsors, this years calendar will feature some special guests and will be going towards a great cause. Contact jreese523@aol.com if you are interested.

Mission BBQ, Hometown Heroes Cup Sales 08/08/17 - IAFF 1826 To all Local 1826 Members, Mission BBQ will be selling Hometown Hero Cups starting on August 11th through September 11th. Purchasing the cup adds $2 to the regular price of a combo and that $2 is donated to their local charities, our Good and Welfare is one of them. When you bring your cup back on future visits you will save $1 off the regular price of a combo.

PROMOTIONS 08/02/17 - Clearwater Fire Fighters Association CONGRATULATIONS to the following members on their PROMOTIONS: Gregory (Greg) Newland, Clearwater - Fire District Chief; James (Jim) Groth, Clearwater - Fire Lieutenant;  Dominick Briganti, Clearwater - Fire Lieutenant; Gray Joyce, Clearwater - Fire Lieutenant. Peter (Pete) Gushee, Clearwater - 40-Hr EMS Lieutenant and Christian (Chris) Schuele, Clearwater - 40-Hr Training Lieutenant.

Dickey's BBQ donates $428 to Local 1826 Good and Welfare 08/02/17 - IAFF 1826

2017 Trustee Election Results 07/31/17 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund

2017 Medical/Dental Plan Changes 07/31/17 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund New Medical and Dental ID Cards are in the Mail to all Members    Every member in the medical and/or dental plans will be getting new ID cards. One card each for Medical and Dental. Your Medical card should list the member and each dependent and show coverage as Med/Vis. Your new Dental card will only show the Member name.

7-17 District 14 Meeting 07/26/17 - IAFF 1826