This episode is part one of a three-part interview with Chesterfield County Battalion Chief Joy Knicely and Captain Rick Grassel.
Length: 46 minutes
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In the early morning hours of January 17, 2016, Chesterfield County Fire & EMS responded to a residential fire on Wicklow Lane that would result in fire civilian fire fatalities, including 2 children. This three-part interview chronicles the event, the situational awareness challenges and the lessons learned from the first-in captain and the first arriving battalion chief.
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Safety Dance (1982)
Men Without Hats
GMC – Virgin Records
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This is my chance to thank our first responders, who put their lives in danger and make enormous sacrifices to ensure the safety of our communities! During my training I discovered just how much enthusiasm and commitment our brave First Responders need to carry out their duties.