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MT. HEALTHY FD HOSTING A PARADE FOR PATRIOT'S DAY

The City of Mt Healthy Police and Fire Departments CO-Sponsored by Arlington Memorial Gardens are having a Patriots Day Parade on Sunday September 10 2006 at 200pm to Honor and Remember the Police -Fire-US Armed Forces of 911. Could you place this info on your board? Attach is copy of the flyer. Also any one wishing to participate please fax your Dept name, Type of Vehicle, the number of personnel , phone # and contact person to 513-931-9555 Attn :Chief Lawson, Mt. Healthy Fire .

Thank you,

Lt. Todd Marshall

 

TMarshall@mthealthy.org

FATAL CRASH AT EDGEWATER RACE TRACK IN MIAMI TOWNSHIP

8/20/06: A crash at the Edgewater Sports Park race track near Miamitown has left one person dead. The accident happened before 2:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon during the 31st annual "Hot Rod Old Car Drags" activities. Gene Kinman, 65, of Carrollton, was drag racing his 1927 "suped-up" Ford Model A and had crossed the finish line when he lost control of his vehicle and hit a wall. Chief Jim Hughes, of the Miami Township fire department, says Kinman had been going about 100 mph when he veered to the left. Kinman was then partially ejected from the car which rolled on top of him. He suffered severe head trauma. Paramedics were unable to revive him. Edgewater Sports Park is located at 4819 East Miami River Road in Cleves.

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COLERAIN AND CROSBY TOWNSHIP FD'S CONDUCT PREPAREDNESS DRILLS AT CHEMICAL COMPANIES

8/19/06: Emergency drills took place in two Tri-state communities Saturday morning for training first responders in how to deal with mass casualties. The Colerain Township fire department conducted a joint training exercise at Procter and Gamble's Miami Valley laboratories located on East Miami River Road. Emergency personnel will be trained in the event of a chemical or biological disaster. In Harrison an emergency response exercise was conducted at the Nease Corporation on Paddys Run Road. Crosby Township fire department and other agencies will test their skills in a simulated incident involving a tanker truck and a school bus.

MESSAGES AND TRIBUTES FROM LT. MONTAVON'S FUNERAL SERVICE

8/26/06: Patrick, I would like to thank you on behalf of the Whitewater Twp. F.D. for the time and effort you put into this website giving details on our brother Paul’s funeral. I was with great sadness to witness the falling of a great man and greater officer to the department. I will miss him dearly and hope that all will continue to keep his family in your hearts and prayers.

 Thanks again,

 James Schuster                        
8/23/06: I would like to say thank you to all who attended the services for Lt. Paul Montavon Sr. Firefighters from Whitewater Twp and Harrison your professionalism and pride was outstanding during this difficult time. To the Montavon Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Paul was (is) a great guy and he enjoyed serving both communities. I also want to thank the Fire Departments from Dearborn County, Butler County, and Hamilton County that filled in the stations for the departments. If you have not seen the tribute that Malinda Hartong has done, please do. Malinda and Glenn really do a great job of photographing firefighters and this tribute shows some of the great photos that they take. The link is below, just click on it. I will have some photos from the service soon and I will post them.

Thanks,

Patrick (webmaster)
8/23/06: Malinda Hartong from the Enquirer put together the following slideshow from Paul Sr.'s graveside services last Friday. http://fireangelstudio.com/montavon/index.html The Hamilton County Sheriff's office Pipe and Drums coordinated the "massed band". Firefighters from Hamilton F.D., Fairfield F.D., Colerain F.D., Anderson (ret.), Middletown (ret.) are regular members of the unit. The pipers in the white shirts are City of Columbus (OH) Police officers who responded to our invitation to pay their respects.

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Captain Steve Conn

Colerain Twp Fire Department
8/22/06: On behalf of my family I would like to thank everyone who had any involvement with planning, participating or any other aspects events after my dad's death leading up to and including his burial services. Many details small and large were handled in a short period of time. So many people offered and helped out with anything they could assist in. It was nice to see all come together to pay respects and tribute to a man who spent many years in the fire service helping others. Thanks to all who grieved with the family at the layout and attended the funeral. The services were very touching and made a lasting impact on the family.

Thanks

Paul Montavon, Jr.
8/18/06: I would like to take time to thank you for attending Lt. Montavons funeral. Many departments offered assistance with a variety of resources that were needed in short order. Your assistance allowed Whitewater Fire Department to grieve their fallen brother instead of making funeral arrangements. From the Color Guard to the newest firefighter, you made a tremendous impact on the Montavon family and our brothers and sisters at Whitewater. I was proud to be a part of it with you! Well Done!

Captain Greg Chetwood

Harrison Fire Department

ENTRAPMENT ON I-275 BRINGS MULTIPLE RESCUE COMPANIES TO THE SCENE (A LITTLE LATE ON THIS STORY)

8/11/06:  Medic and Rescue 73 was dispatched to EB I-275 East of Montgomery Rd for an auto crash with entrapment.  A black Camaro was WB on I-275 and crossed over into the EB lanes striking a silver Cavalier head on.  There were additional vehicles involved aside from the primary two cars.  However, no injuries were associated with any of them. Upon arrival on the scene R-73 found the driver trapped in the car and requested additional resources to assist with extrication of the patient from the silver vehicle. Engine, Quint, and Medic 93, along with Medic 13 was dispatched for additional manpower, resources, and transport units.  Rescue 73, Quint 93, and Engine 93, all had rescue tools operating and being utilized on the extrication.  Even with the three sets of tools operating, and additional manpower from Sycamore it still took approximately 30-35 minutes to remove the Patient from the vehicle.  Air Care had been dispatched to the scene early in the detail due to the prolonged entrapment and was ready to receive the patient as she was removed from the wreckage. Driver of Black Camaro transported to B-North with minor injuries.

Units: Engines 73,93      Rescue 73       Ladder 93    Medics 13,73

Special Call: University Air Care

Command: 7304 (Bracher)

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UTRA-LITE CRASHES INTO POWER LINES ON HARRISON BROOKVILLE RD (US 52)

8/15/06: Tuesday night @ 20:01 Engine 56 was dispatched to Harrison Brookville Road for a report of an ultra light that hit a pole with wires and transformer down. Upon arrival we found no injuries. Electric was out in parts of Harrison. This crash was located in Dearborn County (Harrison Fire contract area). West Harrison Police and Dearborn County Sheriff also responded on the detail.

Units: Engines 56,57     Rescue 56          Squad 57

Command: 5601 (Hursong)

THE LATEST INFORMATION FOR PAUL MONTAVON SR. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

8/16/06:
Viewing:  1600 -2000  hours
Thursday, August 17, 2006
John C. Brater Funeral Home
201 South Vine Street
 Harrison, Ohio 45030
 
Funeral: 1030 hours
Friday, August 18, 2006
St. John the Baptist Church
110 North Hill Street
Harrison, Ohio 45030
 
Burial:  Maple Grove Cemetery
Valley Junction Road

 

Those in the procession will meet at 0900 hours on Friday at St. John the Baptist Church on Park at Hill Streets. Staging will be on Park Street.
 
Lunch will be provided following the ceremony at the Harrison Community Center, 300 George Street, Harrison, Ohio 45030.  If you would like to stay for Lunch, please RSVP to Chief Rob Hursong at RobH@harrisonohio.org.

Each department should have or will receive by e-mail or fax an information sheet with directions and contact information if your department wishes to participate in the precession. If you do not get an informational sheet please let me know or IM me with any questions. Check at your stations for more in-depth information.

CRASH AT KILBY RD AND CAMPBELL RD SENDS 4 TO THE HOSPITAL

8/14/06: Station 57 was dispatched to Kilby Rd and Campbell Rd for two MVC with multiple injuries at 1955 hours. They arrived on scene and found 4 injuries including one child. Additional EMS Units rescued to the scene for transports. All victims transported by ground units to the hospital.

Units: Rescue 56    Squad 57       Medics 56,105

Special Call: Squads  95,105      Medic 53

Command: 5601 (Hursong)

HAMILTON COUNTY HAS LODD

8/13/06: It is with great sadness that the Whitewater Township Fire Department announces that it lost a dedicated member, brother, and dear friend in a Line of Duty Death. Lt. Paul Montavon, Sr. collapsed while working on an EMS detail early Sunday morning. He was immediately treated at the scene and was taken to the hospital but could not be revived. He had served in the fire service for 33 years, both with the City of Harrison and Whitewater Twp.

There will be a full firefighter's funeral with honors but details are still being worked out. I will let everyone know when the dates and times of the service will be.

In the meantime, please keep his family in your constant prayers. He was a GREAT, loving, and caring man who will be missed dearly.

Thanks for your prayers and God Bless;
Chief Bill Darby

(Taken from Hamilton County Firefighters Forum Website)

I have just got back in town and just received the news of Paul's passing. As soon as I get more information I will post it here. (webmaster)

LOVELAND UNITS RESPOND TO FATAL CRASH IN SYMMES TOWNSHIP

8/8/06: Loveland-Symmes Fire department responded to an auto accident with reported entrapment this morning. Upon arrival crews found one vehicle into a stone wall with the driver severely trapped. EMS crews assessed the patient, however, the patient was pronounced dead on the scene. Crews remained on scene to extricate the patient and for clean up. The Hamilton County Sheriff department is investigating the accident to try and determine the cause of the accident.
 
Units: Engine 62      Rescue 62       Medic 61
 
Command: Battalion 1 (Books)

 

WOODLAWN FD PARTICIPATING IN GLENDALE STREET FAIR

8/8/06: On Saturday September 16, 2006 from 1000-1600 hrs the Village of Glendale will be holding a street fair in the "Village Square" The Woodlawn Fire Department will have Sycamore Townships smoke house there and Hoxworth's mobile blood center. We will also be doing face paintings, wellness checks and be distributing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Please come and donate some blood! (Submitted by 9601)

 

MIAMI TOWNSHIP & CINCINNATI RESPOND TO FATAL CRASH ON RIVER RD IN ADDYSTON

8/7/06: At least two people have been hurt in a Monday morning crash on River Road. Police said Clark Florimonte, 21, was driving west on River Road when he crossed the yellow line, crashing head-on into a car driven by Ronda Dyer, 38.The crash took place at the intersection of River and Kibby Lane in Addyston around 6:10 a.m. The road was shut down for much of Monday morning. Police have released the names of the victims: Clark Florimonte, 21, of Foley Road in Delhi Township, was airlifted to University Hospital. Ronda Dyer, 38, of Timberlake Court in Cleves, was taken to University Hospital with minor injuries. Police said Clark Florimonte died at University Hospital.

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STRUCTURE FIRE ON HAMILTON AVE IN MT. HEALTHY

8/5/06: A Mt. Healthy business owner is cleaning up Saturday night following a fire late this afternoon. The fire at Bartoli Antiques on Hamilton Avenue spread from the first to the second floor. Not much was damaged inside though because the business is in the process of being sold and is vacant. Investigators say the fire started when the building owner soldered several pipes and then left. Someone noticed smoke and called 911.

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PEDESTRIAN STRUCK AND KILLED BY A TRAIN IN LOCKLAND

8/3/06: One person is dead after being struck by a train Thursday afternoon in Lockland. Lockland fire units first responded to reports of a person struck by a train at the crossing at Wentworth and Van Roberts around 1:45 p.m. Police tell 9News that a man in his 20's was on the track and when the train engineer honked to tell him to clear the track, the man did not move. An Air Care medical helicopter was called to the scene, but rescue efforts were called off once crews determined the victim was deceased. Recovery efforts continue at this time. (wcpo.com)

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FAIRFIELD FIRE ENGINE INVOLVED IN FATAL CRASH ON ROUTE 4 (BUTLER COUNTY)

8/2/06: Witnesses are telling conflicting stories about who caused a crash Wednesday between a Fairfield fire truck and a car and investigators are working to sort out what really happened. The 73-year-old Fairfield woman in the car was killed and a woman who saw the crash said she's worried the victim is going to get blamed for it. Rebekka Morris said she saw it all and it was not the victim's fault, but police said her account isn't the same as others who witnessed the accident. Morris went to the police Thursday to tell them what she saw at the intersection of Rt. 4 and Camelot Lane. She said she saw the Fairfield fire truck run a red light and slam into the car, killing Rayann Cavin. "That light was absolutely green in our direction and in hers," Morris said. "Positive because we started to inch forward and stopped right before the fire truck hit the intersection. We had a green light." Fire officials weren't answering questions about the crash Thursday. Police said Morris' story conflicts with some initial witness reports taken on the scene. "Not all of the witnesses' stories match up completely. We're trying to find out what happened and why the differences. We have both of our traffic crash investigators working on this case. They're evaluating all the witness statements and we're gathering all of the information we have," Fairfield Police Lt. Ken Colburn said. Part of the investigation will be to determine if preemptive devices, which are triggered by the noise of sirens worked. They're supposed to turn lights green for fire trucks. The company that installed the devices is already involved in the investigation. "Either it wasn't working or it didn't have time to work. "The fire truck was on its way to a fire and investigators said after hitting the victim's car, her car then hit two other vehicles. Detectives said the people in those cars were not seriously injured. "It's awful because those are the people who are supposed to come help you, not cause the accident. It basically happened in slow motion to see it you don't believe you saw it," Morris said. Police said the investigation is expected to take another week. The fire department isn't releasing the name of the driver of the fire truck or if he's being put on any sort of leave during the investigation. (wcpo.com)