Philadelphia Fire Fighters and Paramedics Union

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Here at IAFF22, we work to support members and their families in their time of need, promote fire and burn prevention, advocate for fire fighter health and safety and provide public education on how to prevent and recover from traumatic events. We work diligently, everyday, for you and your safety.

We are fighting for you! The ongoing labor shortages have hit us. We have more than 700 vacancies. We are running at less than 79% capacity and that number continues to drop.

Local 22 President Mike Bresnan spoke with Philadelphia Inquirer on the city’s vaccine mandate for city workers- stating he wants to negotiate an agreement directly instead of going through arbitration. Read the full article at the link below: https://www.inquirer.com//philadelphia-vaccine-mandate-fop

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Philadelphia Firefighters and Paramedics Union proudly endorses President Donald J Trump for re-election.

Today we sadly remember the Line Of Duty Death of Firefighter David J. Murphy of Ladder 24 who died this day in 1960 when a wall collapsed on him while battling a fire at the Overbrook School for the Blind. We thank him for his service to the city. Rest In Peace.

Today we sadly recall 3 LODDs. Hoseman Frank DeHaven of Engine 47 died this day in 1910 after falling from an apparatus. Captain John C. Jones and Hoseman John J. Sykes, both of Engine 50, died this day in 1926 when a wall fell on them while battling a fire at the Friehofer Bakery. We salute them all for making the ultimate sacrifice. May they Rest In Peace.

Today we remember the LODD of Ladderman Edward Knouff of Truck 02 who died September 14, 1900 when the building he was in collapsed. We thank him for his service. May he Rest In Peace.

Today we remember the LODD of Hoseman John Hicks of Engine 41 who died September 12, 1900 after being kicked by a horse. We thank him for his service to the city. May he Rest In Peace.

We were remiss in not posting yesterday's LODD of Assistant Foreman James Sowney of Engine 48 who died September 9, 1900 when a flame-engulfed floor collapsed under him at a fire at Delaware Avenue and Dock Street. We thank him for his service to the city. May he Rest In Peace.

Today we sadly remember two Line Of Duty Deaths. Lieutenant George St. Ledger of Engine 25 died this day in 1914 from injuries he sustained after falling from an appartus. Captain Constantine Pietrak of Engine 35 died this day in 1971 from smoke inhalation while battling an apartment fire. We honor their service to the city. May they Rest In Peace.

Today we remember the Line Of Duty Death of Carroll Brenek of Engine 57 who died this day in 1975 from injuries sustained while fighting the Gulf Refinery fire at Penrose and Lanier Avenues. We thank him for his service to the city. May he Rest In Peace.

What an incredible job by the members of Philadelphia Firefighters & Paramedics Union Local 22 in battling and extinguishing this massive 6-alarm fire in the city's Tioga-Nicetown section this past weekend! Fortunately, out of more than 300 firefighters on the scene, only one was injured. The City of Philadelphia is fortunate to have some of the finest firefighters and paramedics in the world on the "home team". Stay safe, Brothers and Sisters! https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com//philadelphia-firef/amp/

Today we sadly recall the Line Of Duty Death of Lieutenant James Pouillot of Engine 20 who died this day in 1975 from injuries sustained while fighting the Gulf Refinery fire at Penrose & Lanier Avenues. We honor his service to the city. May he Rest In Peace.

As you may know, more than 300 Philadelphia Firefighters are battling a massive 6-alarm warehouse inferno in the city's Tioga-Nicetown section. Please say a prayer for their safety. https://6abc.com/hundreds-of-firefighters-battle-massive//

Today we remember the Line Of Duty Death of Ladderman Frederick Gordon of Truck 11 who died this day in 1934 after falling down the stairs of a firehouse. We honor his service to the city. May he Rest In Peace.

Today we sadly remember the Line Of Duty Death of Firefighter Ray Rubio of Engine 28 who died this day in 2004 of smoke inhalation while battling a fire at 3630 Belgrade Street. We honor him for making the ultimate sacrifice for our city. May he Rest In Peace.

Today we sadly recall three Line Of Duty Deaths that all took place at the Atlantic Refining Company fire on this day in 1901. Ladderman Frank Davis of Truck 09, Foreman James A. Fells of Engine 49 and Hoseman John McCullen of Engine 49 all perished. We thank them for making the ultimate sacrifice for the City of Philadelphia. May they Rest In Peace.