tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85937239101240452182011-11-27T19:47:47.715-05:00Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.comBlogger421100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-55724718196803091082011-01-30T12:46:00.005-05:002011-01-30T13:21:34.061-05:00

There is a new firefighting book available I think you should add to your library, "Capitol City Fireman" by Jake Rixner.Every little kid dreams of being a fireman, most grow out of it; those who don't just want to work in a big city at a busy firehouse. These are the stories of one man who did just that. The adventures are both entertaining and informative and one can almost smell the smoke and

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-21800822492989007392010-12-31T15:48:00.002-05:002010-12-31T15:50:58.381-05:00

Buffalo's two new Crimson Fire pumpers out training in the snow. Engines 4 and 25 went in srvice with them 12/29/10.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-90566918341308541502010-12-31T15:42:00.002-05:002010-12-31T15:47:16.121-05:00

Firehouse.com used one of my pictures for it's 2010 Year in Review graphic on it's homepage. It is the photo on the left, and has been flipped (notice the letters on the rig and on the siren) so the firefighter is looking right instead of left.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-36647288080795739602010-11-22T12:42:00.001-05:002010-11-22T12:44:54.879-05:00

Check out my hard case to protect your iPhone 4! Buffalo FD patch iPhone 4 case by BuffaloKSee more iphone casesBuffalo FD patch iPhone 4 case from Zazzle.com

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-31375639101517807202010-10-19T14:07:00.001-04:002010-10-19T14:10:32.486-04:00

Get 25% off calendars! Use code FALLCALENDAR at checkout. Valid til 12/31/10. 2011 Buffalo Fire Calendar by BuffaloKOther calendars on zazzle.com

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-33008261144810384172010-10-06T21:01:00.002-04:002010-10-06T21:04:10.401-04:00

The 2011 Buffalo Fire Calendar is out! 12 months of exciting fire photography of the Buffalo Fire Department. Use the coupon code "3BUCKOFFCALS" to get $3 off your calendar! 2011 Buffalo Fire Calendar by BuffaloKView other Firefighters Calendars

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-80162195843683870692010-06-28T20:41:00.001-04:002010-06-28T20:43:35.180-04:00

Check out the new Buffalo Fire Museum website at bfhsmuseum.com. Let me know what you think!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-66400227576720776302010-05-31T16:14:00.001-04:002010-05-31T16:15:11.070-04:00

Funny video, make sure you watch it all for the surprise ending!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-3116311579967084892010-05-18T16:54:00.002-04:002010-05-18T17:02:55.318-04:00

Lt. Mike Zarbo of the Buffalo Fire Department is raising money for Special Olympics. By raising $1000 he has the privilege of rappelling off the Seneca Niagara Casino. Letter from Mike:"This is a once in a lifetime event!! Over the Edge is a unique opportunity forindividuals to rappel off of Seneca Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, whileraising much needed funds for the athletes of Special

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-11541445890343556182010-05-14T13:32:00.002-04:002010-05-14T13:37:02.257-04:00

Please visit Buffalo Fire Local 282 "Ride for Roswell" page to donate money to raise funds for critical research and patient care at one of the nation's top comprehensive cancer centers - Roswell Park Cancer Institute. The money they raise will help researchers and physicians better understand the causes of cancer and discover new methods of prevention, diagnosis and treatment. In our 1st

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-14766688522154624772010-04-29T18:30:00.000-04:002010-04-29T18:30:52.198-04:00

Great helmet cam of a DCFD Truck 17 outside vent man preforming roof ventilation!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-74745603658564168182010-03-14T19:35:00.001-04:002010-03-14T19:37:13.344-04:00

Crew of Buffalo, NY Fire Department Rescue 1 after a fire on the third floor of the Hotel Lafayette.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-68412320120172037752010-02-26T12:37:00.005-05:002010-02-26T12:44:23.090-05:00

I've been working on uploading some of my older fire photos onto my website, www.wowmephotos.com. Here's a short video of some of them:See the rest of the photos here

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-13263332524603796662010-02-22T15:54:00.002-05:002010-02-22T15:59:16.731-05:00

Lt. General Jerry Boykin, US Army (Retired) speaks about the terrorist attack at Fort Hood and his opinion on why it happened. Hopefully, someone will listen to him.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-3303021683522864672009-12-30T12:03:00.006-05:002009-12-30T12:30:58.313-05:00

I've added some fire videos to my website, www.wowmephotos.com. My new camera, Nikon's D90 can record HD video as well as take still photos. Still working on mastering the new features.The entire gallery can be seen hereThis is one of the videos, Buffalo Fire at a multiple alarm on Goodyear Avenue in an abandoned grain mill. Let me know what you think!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-2715935333685755682009-12-26T13:01:00.001-05:002009-12-26T13:03:54.070-05:00

A brief video tour of the Buffalo, NY Fire Museum.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-68836400731931188652009-12-23T20:58:00.004-05:002009-12-23T21:26:57.887-05:00

Some photos and a short video from the 2nd alarm at 1250 Bailey on December 23, 2009.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-39673757982651925452009-12-12T18:56:00.000-05:002009-12-12T18:56:57.069-05:00

Simply amazing video from Wales using sheep dogs, sheep, LED lights and some ingenuity!Great post on Paw Nation!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-64325130493584293672009-12-04T19:46:00.000-05:002009-12-04T19:46:14.184-05:00

Smugmug now has coupons! Save 10% on all orders from my website, www.wowmephotos.com now til December 31st. Enter code xmas10 at checkout!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-57469695679762471522009-11-29T16:05:00.002-05:002009-11-29T16:16:00.513-05:00

Looking for a unique Christmas present? Check out my 2010 Buffalo Fire calendar at my Zazzle store! Buffalo Fire 2010 Calendar by BuffaloK

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-55281769067839057082009-10-24T11:25:00.000-04:002009-10-24T11:25:39.418-04:00

Fantastic fire photographer Keith Muratori was in town recently and caught this worker at 1418 Bailey on Oct. 12, 2009. This was his second trip to Buffalo after being "skunked" the first time with no fires in town.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-83902755187552316452009-10-22T17:15:00.000-04:002009-10-22T17:15:55.717-04:00

There will be a silent and live auction of firefighting memorabilia and collectibles held at the All Saints Parish Hall, 207 Esser Avenue at Henrietta Street on Saturday, November 14, 2009. The auction will begin at 10:30 AM. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Some of the many items available include die cast models (corgi, matchbox, code 3, etc.), framed prints, alarm boxes, helmets,

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-92008966497210793572009-10-08T17:54:00.002-04:002009-10-08T18:01:51.782-04:00

Check out this excellent video produced by Lt. Mike Zarbo and Sterling Sound and Video. It was shown at the Buffalo Fire Department Beneficiary Association's annual awards dinner held October 2, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The video is dedicated to fallen firefighters Charles McCarthy and Jonathon Croom. RIP brothers.Buffalo Fire 2009 Awards video from Michael Zarbo on Vimeo.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-6817504580444870822009-10-08T16:55:00.002-04:002009-10-08T17:33:19.044-04:00

Is your fire department looking for practical, realistic training taught by instructors with years of experience and diverse backgrounds? Then be sure to check out Brotherhood Instructors, LLC for your FD training! They specialize in teaching the fundamentals of firefighting, from forcible entry to FAST team training, all with YOUR department's manpower and response area in mind. You'll find

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-64015324831865342092009-09-22T22:25:00.002-04:002009-09-22T22:28:55.937-04:00

I made up this map of the current (September 2009) locations of all the Buffalo, NY firehouses and photos of them. Enjoy!View Buffalo, NY Firehouse Locations in a larger map

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-72468326350362886892009-08-27T22:21:00.001-04:002009-08-27T22:21:49.113-04:00

Electric Tower Fallen Firefighter tribute, originally uploaded by Kevin Brautlacht.Downtown Buffalo's Electric Tower was lit in purple in honor of Lt. Charles McCarthy of Rescue 1 and FF Jonathan Croom of Ladder 7. Both firefighters died in the line of duty on August 24, 2009. May the Lord watch over them and their family and friends they leave behind. You will be forever in our hearts.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-46751798220148928192009-08-20T14:49:00.002-04:002009-08-20T14:59:54.537-04:00

Just a little preview of the photo shoot with Maggie. Very nice young lady and a great looking model.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-80463094150158882332009-07-24T17:38:00.001-04:002009-07-24T17:38:13.197-04:00

Waldfest 2009, originally uploaded by Kevin Brautlacht.Spring Garden Park on Two Rod Road in Marilla, NY was the setting of the annual German "festival in the trees". Food, drink, dancing and traditional German music filled the valley along with hundreds of happy festival goers.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-65279638178873457492009-07-13T17:07:00.002-04:002009-07-13T17:15:54.720-04:00

I was shocked to read this news story of a Columbus FF who shot and killed his two dogs in order to avoid paying for boarding them while he went on a vacation. He tied them to a pipe in order to shoot them in his basement. Anyone who has owned a dog will understand that those dogs probably went willingly with him because they trusted him.He even had the nerve to brag to his co workers about what

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-91644314128520442122009-06-18T12:07:00.003-04:002009-06-18T12:21:11.250-04:00

With the large fire June 12, 2009 at 364 Baraga Street I was finally lucky enough to get some photos of Buffalo's fireboat, the Edward M. Cotter at work. She is the oldest active fireboat in the country and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. For more information and history of her, check out the Cotter's webpage and this article from the magazine "Sea Classics", written by Sam Guadagna.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-30045916347111039782009-03-31T16:22:00.002-04:002009-03-31T16:39:47.051-04:00

Congratulations to Battalion Chief Joe Brocato on his retirement! Chief Brocato was a great fireman and will be missed. He would always stop and say hello when I would see him on the fireground, truly a class act all the way! Good luck and enjoy your retirement. Don't forget to stop in at the Museum on Saturdays for lunch!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-62198545711505185022009-02-17T11:41:00.003-05:002009-02-26T10:06:47.708-05:00

ride-for-roswell, originally uploaded by Kevin Brautlacht. The Buffalo Fire Department's Local 282 is raising money for Roswell Park Cancer Institute by participating in the "Ride for Roswell" event on Saturday, June 27, 2009. The money they raise will help researchers and physicians better understand the causes of cancer and discover new methods of prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Visit

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-85958417149466856052009-02-06T14:36:00.003-05:002009-02-06T14:52:06.373-05:00

  I've finally gotten a photo published as a cover! The February 2009 issue of Fire Engineering will have my photo from a fire on Kamper Street.   I've had several photos published before inside other magazines, but this is the first cover and boy it just feels great!   I'd like to thank Diane Feldman, Nate DeMarse and all the other fine folks at Fire Engineering for their help and

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-76529418773273368642009-01-05T09:41:00.004-05:002009-01-05T10:05:28.029-05:00

  I recently found a new podcast about emergency services photography, the Fireground Action Photography podcast. It can be found here.  It's a weekly show produced by Craig Durling, an excellent California based photographer. Co-hosting the show along with Craig is Ross A. Benson, an equally impressive photographer. The podcast delivers a wealth of information; not only on fireground photography

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-20277568533499752322009-01-04T19:16:00.005-05:002009-01-04T19:37:33.460-05:00

 Photographed my first fire in 2009. One of my resolutions is to post more content. The fire occurred on Fredro Street and was dispatched shortly before 2PM as a PS assignment(preliminary signal) sending 2 engines, 1 ladder and Battalion Chief. First due E35 requested the balance with a fire on the first floor of an occupied 2 story wood frame. Crews made a good stop on the first floor and had to

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-25112222794535486122008-11-26T14:05:00.003-05:002008-11-26T14:15:39.698-05:00

Some more holiday decorations at the Fire Museum. Be sure to stop by and see them in person!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-87225296284703312202008-11-11T16:18:00.002-05:002008-11-11T16:25:56.234-05:00

 Construction work continues on the new quarters of Engine 31/Ladder 14. Photo taken October 30, 2008.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-31956136560358552092008-11-05T12:58:00.005-05:002008-11-05T13:12:54.494-05:00

 It's time again for the spectacular Christmas display at the Museum. From now until January 31, 2009 visitors can marvel at the wonderful collection of Christmas items with a firefighting theme including ceramic firehouses, nutcrackers, Santas, and an HO scale train. Be sure to stop by and enjoy this display that grows bigger and better every year!

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-38493224148476339262008-10-04T20:06:00.003-04:002008-10-04T20:32:28.750-04:00

  Come experience the thrill and excitement of driving a tiller ladder truck. The Buffalo Fire Museum's newest display uses a real tiller cab from the Buffalo Fire Department and video to recreate what it feels like to drive a ladder truck through the streets of Buffalo.  Take your seat in the cab and learn what it takes to drive these unique rigs down narrow streets and around corners. After

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-17045943289786637012008-09-29T12:05:00.012-04:002008-09-29T16:48:45.076-04:00

The "Help is Here Express" bus tour along with American TV icon and "Leave it To Beaver" star Jerry Mathers were in Buffalo today stopping at the Matthew Gajewski Medical Center at 1500 Broadway. The bus tour is part of the Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA) - a nationwide effort sponsored by America's pharmaceutical research companies to help people in need access

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-6561350930225100532008-09-21T15:30:00.003-04:002008-09-29T16:45:28.444-04:00

Construction continues on Buffalo's newest firehouse located on Bailey Avenue between Doat and Genesee. Completion is expected sometime in Spring 2009.

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8593723910124045218.post-37275819517987680102008-09-14T11:05:00.004-04:002008-09-14T11:34:36.456-04:00

Well, I've finally caught up with the rest of the cyber world and added a blog!I plan to use it as a way to keep people updated on the Buffalo Fire Department, my photography and news and information on the Buffalo Fire Historical Society (also know as the Buffalo Fire Museum). I am a member of the Museum and it is a fantastic place to visit.The Museum is located at 1850 William Street in Buffalo

Kevinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08605424764735686386noreply@blogger.com0