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Intern Elmahrek
Largest glass of Guinness poured in honor of Fallen Firefighters
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Sat, 11/21/2009 - 11:00pm
When a pub worker scrapped a mountain of golden foam from an enormous glass-head, a moment of drama gripped the patio. The foam grew and grew, and so did the questions.
Would the frothy head bubble up and out of control? Would the concept of the perfect pour hold water (or in this case beer) in an 8ft tall acrylic glass?
Intern Adam Elmahrek
Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/31/2009 - 11:56am
Mr. Adam Elmahrek was born in Los Angeles but grew up in Orange County. He graduated from California State University, Fullerton majoring in Communications with an emphasis in journalism. In addition, his fascination in politics led him to a minor in Political Science. Adam has joined OC Firefighters (OCPFA) as an intern in the Summer of 09 and is currently producing articles, definitions of terms, calendars, and public service announcements. He is also working part time as a staff writer for Defy magazine where he published an article about Robert De Niro and the male ego.
Firefighters present awards to brave citizens at city council meeting
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Sun, 10/18/2009 - 9:00pm
Just after 11 p.m. on May 29 on the Santa Ana freeway just past La Paz, an SUV spun out and lost control, rolled into the path of an oncoming bus, flipped once or twice, and exploded into a ball of flame, the Orange County Register said.
Water-rescue-trainer Shawn Alladio was on her way home from a full day of teaching water rescue techniques to Marines at Camp Pendleton when she saw the crash happen right before her eyes. Alladio immediately pulled over and ran towards the flaming wreck. When she got there, she saw an unconscious man, with his arms ablaze, inside the vehicle.
Memorial observance honors fallen firefighters
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 9:00pm
To remember the men and women who gave up their lives fighting fires in North America, a crowd numbered in the thousands showed for the 23rd annual observance of the Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Horse show raises money for families of fallen firefighters
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 9:00pm
“It’s a good cause,” said Katherine Derloshan, a 17-year-old rider at the annual Sycamore Trails 9/11 Memorial Western Horseshow, “It’s a two in one deal for us, we get to donate money to the firefighters and compete”.
Stranded crew makes the call thanks to firefighter
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Tue, 09/22/2009 - 9:00pm
When Engine 7 was racing to San Juan Capistrano in response to a potential drowning, the vehicle was forced to a stop due to a mechanical problem. That’s when OC firefighter Matt Kress, a marine combat veteran, sprung into action.
The ever-vigilant Kress was on administrative duty during the crisis, driving a 4-wheel drive battalion utility truck, on his way to pick up fire break maps from Camp Pendleton. As always, Kress was listening intently to his radio, refusing to abandon caution at any time.
Horse show raises money for families of fallen firefighters
Submitted by AdamElmahrek on Sat, 09/19/2009 - 9:00pm
“It’s a good cause,” said Katherine Derloshan, a 17-year-old rider at the annual Sycamore Trails 9/11 Memorial Western Horseshow, “It’s a two in one deal for us, we get to donate money to the firefighters and compete”.
Firefighter vigilance is as essential as any equipment or training
Submitted by SteveSwensen on Thu, 09/10/2009 - 9:00pm
For as long as firefighters have been called upon to save life and property, vigilance has been as essential to the effort as any equipment or training. Like any profession, there are rhythms and similarities to each day that create familiarity, but the level of mental preparedness must always remain the same. The recent “Station Fire” outside Los Angeles is a stark reminder of the poise and resilience needed to serve others.
Fallen Firefighters Fund
