Apparatus Downfall
December 30th, 2007
The Fire Apparatus Driver of the Baltimore City apparatus and the Fire Officer supervising that driver and crew on the rig at the time of the fatal crash earlier this month, were both suspended without pay on Friday. In that crash, 3 civilians were killed. The Fire Apparatus Driver, FF Nathaniel D. Moore, and the Company Officer, Lt. Thomas Moore (no relation), were suspended pending a hearing on administrative charges that will be held soon. Baltimore City Truck 27 was 3rd of 4 fire vehicles responding on Dec. 9 to a report of a fire. The truck company collided with the SUV as the apparatus came through the intersection against the red traffic signal. In Baltimore City, all emergency vehicles responding are required to stop at traffic signals and make sure it is clear before proceeding though.
This is a tough and horrific situation for all affected. Clearly these FF’s didn’t do this intentionally…but on the other hand, 3 civilians tragically lost their lives.
Drivers-STOP at red lights and stop signs when responding without exception…Officers-supervise your drivers and enforce the policies without exception.
Odd’s are that if anyone involved in this nightmare could turn back time, it would be handled differently. This is the last thing any of us ever want to experience.
Take Care-BE CAREFUL.
BillyG
The Secret List 12-30-07 / 0015 Hours
Entry Filed under: Fire/Rescue Related Items, General
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