Steve MacDonald

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Companies have started to make up lines at box 3-5148. 2 civilians were transported to hospital. 6 people were rescued by firefighters & 1 person was sheltered on rooftop do to heavy smoke conditions . 20 people & pets were able to self evacuate. Thx to A10 for support

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Fire companies arrived to 117 Brainerd Rd in Brighton with heavy fire showing. Box 5148 quickly went to a 3rd alarm to assist residents out of the apartment building. All companies working….

[Steve MacDonald @stageaccess]

Tomorrow at 11am, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation will host a September 11th remembrance ceremony and mobile exhibit at the Massachusetts Fallen Hero’s Memorial at 85 Northern Ave in the Seaport.
Boston is stop 32 of 35 cities and towns across America. All are welcome.

[International Association of Fire Fighters @IAFFofficial]

🔥 @USDOL Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling & @USLaborIG Anthony D'Esposito joined IAFF leaders at the 58th #IAFFConvention, addressing delegates on safety, overtime protections, & shared priorities for fire fighters & emergency medical workers.

@Sonderling47

#IAFF #AllIn

[International Association of Fire Fighters @IAFFofficial]

🔥 @afa_cwa International President Sara Nelson addressed the 58th #IAFFConvention today, reflecting on the 25th anniversary of September 11 and the aviation tragedies that have brought flight attendants and fire fighters together.

▶️ Watch: https://t.co/XtxGz9rP1s

[International Association of Fire Fighters @IAFFofficial]

🔥 The 58th #IAFFConvention is underway.

General President Edward A. Kelly opened Convention with a look at the fights our union has taken on – and the difference the IAFF is making for members across North America.
https://t.co/WAR9egF3y3

[WCVB-TV Boston @WCVB]

A three-alarm fire ripped through a vacant home in Dorchester on Saturday morning. Two firefighters were hurt but are expected to recover. https://t.co/X3kggc0BUs

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Thank you A10 @BostonSparks for much needed rehab along with W12 & W25. You keep us ready !!

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Additional pics.. 132 Savin Hill Av Fire.

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Deputy Chief Hockings addressed the media. Detail companies are hitting hotspots as 1st on scene companies clear out & rehab. Damages est. upward of 1.5 million on this vacant property. 2 firefighters were transported by BEMS for injuries.

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Heavy fire has been knocked down. Companies are hitting hotspots in fire bldg , a car & garages that caught fire as well.

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Companies responded to smoke at 132 Savin Hill Av, a 3 family home that is vacant according to neighbors. The fire has burned through all rear porches & interior rear stairs. The 2nd & 3rd alarm was struck to stop spread to exposure buildings. All companies working

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

2nd alarm companies have departed and 1st due fire companies are packing up. Detail companies will be left in place to monitor hotspots.

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Exterior operations are in place. The roof has collapsed and companies have setup a collapse zone around building. Ladder ops have water on the roof that was inaccessible from inside

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

Approximately 8:45 am companies arrived to fire showing at 1 Maple St. The building was evacuated and the 2nd alarm ordered.

[Matt Moran @MattMoran86]

Happy Fourth Boston! 🇺🇸🎆 The Boston Pops never disappoints, but this year’s celebration was especially fun. An incredible drone show in honor of America’s 250th is a reminder that Boston remains at the heart of our nation’s story. #BostonPops #July4th

[Boston Fire Dept. @BostonFire]

BFD has enjoyed sharing the resilience of our city for the 250th year of our country. From a quiet lawn, to packed anticipation , to an emergency evacuation for passing lighting & rain and finally an amazing show of talent with a drone show & fireworks!! Happy safe fun July 4th .

[Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @MassDFS]

DFS #SpecialOps, #Hazmat, & #BombSquad assets will be among the public safety resources at the Esplanade tonight. No matter where you celebrate, please do it safely. Don't drink alcohol if you're driving/boating, watch kids near bodies of water, and leave #Fireworks to the pros!

[Edward A. Kelly @IAFFPresident]

The United States celebrates 250 years of independence today.

For centuries, generations have stepped forward and put others before themselves.

It’s a commitment @iaffofficial members know well – one we bring to every call in communities across the U.S.

Happy 4th!