THE DAY OF THE FIREMAN – “Visit Your Local Firehouse”

Fire Service Recognition Day was observed in Stamford. These three photos, depict what could be some of the phases in a routine day in the life of a fireman. At left, firefighter, Anthony Milone, Senior, and others from the Central Fire Station, Group 4, drill in the methods of climbing the pompier ladder and making speedy exits from the building. George Barron is seen sliding the pole at headquarters, defending from the second floor to respond to a fire call. At right, crews work to prevent a blaze from spreading to adjacent buildings.