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Even though the NYC area will not see significant accumulation of snow overnight, It's always a good to pass on these important cold weather tips from our friends at the American Heart Association.

The Officers and Members of Lindenwood Volunteer Ambulance Corps extend our deepest condolences to our colleagues at the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) on their tragic Line of Duty Death of Probationary Firefighter Steven Pollard, Ladder Company 170 who succumbed from critical injuries sustained while operating at a motor vehicle accident (Brooklyn Box 8628) on the Mill Basin Bridge in Brooklyn on Sunday, January 6, 2019.

He is the 1,151st member of the FDNY to make the Supreme Sacrifice in the line-of-duty. Firefighter Pollard is survived by his mother, Janet; father, retired Firefighter Raymond Pollard who served for 32 years in the FDNY; and his brother, Firefighter Raymond Pollard, an 11-year veteran of Ladder Company 114 in Brooklyn.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pollard family and his extended family of FDNY as they cope with his sudden loss. We along with the rest of NYC mourn his passing while trying to save lives and keeping our great city safe for all.

From our family to yours, Lindenwood VAC wishes everyone all the best in 2019. Have a Happy, Healthy and Safe New Year.

Please be responsible, designate a driver or abstain from alcoholic beverages, wear your seat belt, and drive defensively, as others may not heed this caution.
NEVER Drink and Drive!

Well it looks like our 1997 Ford Expedition will likely need replacement soon.

We were fortunate to have this vehicle donated by our colleagues at the Medford Fire Department NY back in 2007 and has served Lindenwood VAC faithfully since.

We are hoping to have another vehicle donated to Lindenwood VAC. We are seeking a 4x4 SUV. Preferably a Tahoe or Suburban Police/Special Service Package, but will consider any make, especially if it is a Police/Special Service Package.

If you know a EMS or Fire department who will be excessing a vehicle that you think Lindenwood VAC could benefit from, or you can help please contact Deputy Chief Buonincontri at deputychief@lvac.net

From our family to yours, the Officers and Members of Lindenwood VAC wish you a Very Merry, Healthy and Safe Christmas.

A friendly reminder this holiday season, please celebrate responsibility, designate a driver or abstain from alcoholic beverages, wear your seat belt, and drive defensively, as others may not heed this caution.
NEVER Drink and Drive!

UPDATE: 12/26/2018 19:24hrs, As Per SBVAC's FB Page:
*******Late last evening, the Stony Brook University Police Dept. was able to locate Michael McLaughlin and ensure his safe return home. We kindly ask that you please respect both his and his family’s privacy in the days moving forward. Thank you for all of your efforts to share Michael’s story and bring him home!

Please help our colleagues at Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps help them find their missing member. As of this posting he is still missing. If seen please contact 631-632-3333 or 911

UPDATE: Late last evening, the Stony Brook University Police Dept. was able to locate Michael McLaughlin and ensure his safe return home. We kindly ask that you please respect both his and his family’s privacy in the days moving forward. Thank you for all of your efforts to share Michael’s story and bring him home!

**Please read and share** Michael McLaughlin is a student at Stony Brook University and a member of SBVAC who is currently missing. The last time Mike was seen or heard from was early Thursday morning. It appears that Mike left campus driving west and crossed the state line into NJ at approximately 6 AM on Thursday. He drives a 2008 Subaru Impreza (dark gray) with NY license plate HRE-5719. If you have any information on Mike’s whereabouts, please contact 631-632-3333.

Christmas came early for Lindenwood VAC thru a very generous donation of three Physio Control / Meditronic LifePak CR Plus Automatic External Defibrillators from our friends at Rescue Training International.

The donation of these defibrillators will help Lindenwood VAC better serve our communities.

Again, a HUGE thank you to Kevin Mahoney and Sean Graves from Rescue Training International.

Please check them out for if you are interested in EMS / CPR training!!

Volunteering has its benefits.
Did you know that Verizon Wireless has First Responder Discounts of 15% off plans and up to $40 off unlimited plans?
https://www.verizonwireless.com/featured/first-responders/

As a thank-you, first responders get Go Unlimited for as low as $30/line with 4 lines. Per month. Plus taxes & fees. When you enroll in Auto Pay.

UPDATE: 12/11/2018 @ 14:18hrs,
FOUND with the great help of NYPD 106 Precinct... KUDOS!

MISSING:
One of our residents and fellow EMS providers lost his beloved canine, Please share.

Hey all. I really need some help. Harley got out of the yard today and we cannot locate her. My name and phone number are on her collar. Last seen at 109th Street and Rockaway Blvd. Please share and help us find her. also, Harley does have one of those chips.

Thank you

UPDATED: 12/11/2018 @13:41hrs - SUSPECT IN CUSTODY
UPDATED: 12/10/2018 @17:06hrs
The New York City Police Department is actively searching for this car/suspect in connection with the murder of New York City Fire Department Fire Fighter Faizal Coto of Engine 245.

2006 Infiniti G35, gray or silver in color, w/damage to the driver's side of the vehicle. NYS plate JEA-2402.

also wanted for questioning is:
Joseph Desmond D/O/B: March 4, 1989, approximately 5' 10" (Photo Attached)

If you have any information please contact the New Your City Police Department at the numbers on the attached flyer or dial 911.

The members and officers of Lindenwood VAC extend their deepest condolences to the members of the New York City Fire Department and the members of the Coto family on their tragic loss. We hope the apprehension of his murderer brings much needed closure.

It's December, wishing everyone a Happy and Healthy Hanukkah and a Very Merry Christmas. A friendly reminder this holiday season, please celebrate responsibility, designate a driver or abstain from alcoholic beverages, wear your seat belt, and drive defensively, as others may not heed this caution.

☃️ Happy December🎄