Category Archives: DFD Adventures

Sometimes I like to read the comments on some of the other runs around the city.  Every once in a while I run across one like this and get a good chuckle. You know you have done something right if … Continue reading →

Some firefighter cliches have some truth to them, some do not. This is one that I am glad at least holds at least a little, however fading, truth. The firehouse pole. I swung over to fire station 4 yesterday which … Continue reading →

It was my turn to cook today. Want to make a big impression as a rookie, throw a good meal down and everyone forgets you are a rookie for a day…. And I nailed it. I worked hard on dinner … Continue reading →

As I sit here at my new station finishing the last of my tasty warm cinnamon roll I think I will share some of the events of my day. First I will start you off with the view from my … Continue reading →

Hatcher and South Central Expy (175). One of a few things I discovered I know nothing about. My first shift at Fire Station 24 in South Dallas was yesterday. With nervous excitement I awoke no later than 0400 in the … Continue reading →

Get excited citizens of South Dallas, DFD’s finest is heading your way. That is right, I finally got my permanent assignment. Starting Friday, May 27th I will be heading to Fire Station 24 located at 2426 Hatcher St. After one … Continue reading →

DFD Tip of the Day: If you have a shunt (rubber tube connected directly to a major artery and placed under the skin), don’t think it is a pimple and pop it; you could bleed to death. DFD Quote of … Continue reading →