Skip the age. If you can, gear up and fight as you can. I just hit 58, know my limits, but bottom line...You can take the boy out of the fire, but you CANNOT take the fire out of the boy. It is that which allows us to still fight.
I live around the corner from a fire station, last year they saved my life, as a combat vet next to my brothers in arms they are my heroes. Bless every single first responder .
For everyone watching and appreciating this driver, the piece he is driving is a tiller which is like a tractor trailer that bends in the middle. There is a guy in the back who also steers (the opposite way) to make the turns, so you are watching a guy drive a tractor trailer through these awful streets (while eating a fudge pop which is what really makes the video)
I love these ride along videos, I don’t know how many channels of subbed to that do this it’s just so fascinating to watch fire trucks respond to calls, these kinda videos are like asmr for me
Great example of fast yet controlled. He drove quickly and dodged traffic, but in a controlled and deliberate way. He didn’t weave in and out of traffic, he was careful at intersections and slowed when he couldn’t see both ways from a distance, and he only drove on the left when it was necessary. Something a firefighter friend told me was that firemen don’t just run around like they do on TV. They work a lot slower in real life, but they also don’t make mistakes. Do it with pace, but do it with purpose he likes to say.
I am someone who always advocates and encourages drivers/operators to "know their equipment" referring to their vehicles with two of the biggest reasons being knowing what/how your vehicle operates, and its dimensions (we all know those ppl who aren't confident when it comes to parking at a retail store). That being said, one of the things I'm always constantly impressed by and love seeing is Engineers such as this guy who is fully confident AND comfortable both with what his Truck/Ladder could handle as well as the dimensions of it and how tight of a spacing he could squeeze through.
I will never forget sitting on a step looking at the white bone in my open foot and being SOOO glad to see that engine approaching. Thank you Fire Fighters!
Anybody who is a driver/engineer of a fire truck or as well call them in the UK Fire Appliance is the top person in my opinion. All fire crews are hero’s but to be a hero you’ve got to get there!!! Awesome skills
I’ve been living in the Harrisburg area for a year now, everything is tight. I can’t imagine how it is for truck drivers to maneuver around cars. This driver is a beast! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I had an uncle, that was a firefighter in Port Arthur, Texas, then in Las Vegas, Nevada. He knew a lot of stuff….. I worked with several Beaumont, Texas firefighters for several years, they were THE coolest gentlemen I had the privilege of getting to know. I have the upmost respect for firefighters…..
As a volunteer with Pa company's 30 & 31 for 14 years, I enjoy watching Harrisburg Ladder truck respond through the City and not take out any vehicles. Good job to the driver's. Stay safe.
I'm going to be 665 this summer and am still active as a driver for the local volunteer fire department. There is a certain thrill laying on the air horn or siren as we go rushing to a call!
Well done guys, proud of you! 👏 Here also but volunteer firefighter from Croatia 🇭🇷, Europe! Those are nice roads , top class 😁 We are going insane with truck but on the one way road! 😆 Stay safe guys, appreciate your effort 🫡🇭🇷❤️
Where I live, a mainstreet snakes underneath a rail underpass wich extends about 75 feet, the middle of the road seperated by concrete. I saw a fire truck go right through the opposing traffic lane at full speed. WTF and it's dark in there.
No, it's a turnable aerial ladder on a semi tiller and the bottom of the front of the truck has hook that's why some fire company's are named hook and ladder and some call their tillers a ladder
Literally. No fucking way they drive in opposing traffic here in Europe, they just go and people make way as fast as possible without endangering other vehicles. Total reckless movement by the driver.@@rachitron
@@maxizac7 If he would have went behind the traffic that was on the right side of the road, he'd have been stuck there for several minuties while peolle figured out how to get out of his way. People in the US do NOT respect EMS vehicles and sirens and lights. They slow down and move half a foot to the side, at best. Europeans have a much larger respect for EMS than we do here in the US. I do agree it was risky, however, the traffic was stopped, there were only 3 cars in the incoming lane, and there is no way they'd miss the sirens and lights in front of them. It wasn't that dangerous, in this particular situation. I've seen firetrucks do this before and they always do it as a last effort when that's the only way they can get to their location in time to help put the fire out/save a life. This wouldn't be an issue if people in the US MOVED OVER for EMS. Not a little, not a teeny tiny but, no, if they MOVED OVER! I have rode in a firetruck several times and the amount of times people stop in the middle of the road blocking us ,or ignore us entirely is insane. I really think that people who fail to move for EMS should be given massive fines and potentially a license revoked depending on the situation. But yeah, I'm not saying it's not dangerous, it is. But they are responding to a fire. The only thing they did that's not "normal" was the lane switch. Everything else was textbook, and the lane switch was too, but like I said, that's a last resort and he had to take it due to the traffic jam on the road he was already on. Trust me, they would have taken forever to move out of his way, I've seen it before, many a' times.
It's amazin. Especially in NYC ❤️ I love it I was blown away by the sight and sound of the fire brigade sounds it's just such a part of NYC. Just so so cool the trucks are beautiful to
The driver eating ice cream with one hand and driving racing line through though bends with the other hand lol... It also amazes me just how many people seem to instantly get the "deer in the headlights" reaction and forget that they have reverse gear and steering the moment an emergency vehicle drives on the opposite side of the road or tries to squeeze through traffic!
I use to drive one of these, on a Peterbilt frame. I don't miss how the gas pedal was so close to the brakes, where when you make a brake application and you hit the gas pedal by mistake, youre caught saying "#@$*&(#@" each time lol
Whilst we all have utmost respect for the emergency services, driving one hand whilst eating an ice cream, at high speed in a large fire engine is not a professional thing to do in my opinion.
Officer in the passenger seat using foot buttons for the Federal Q and horn and the thing sitting on the center console is the siren control box that operates the Wail , Yelp , and other sirens along with having a public announcement speaker to talk to people outside of the truck.
Good meanvering job from one fellow firefighter 2 u guys stay safe I used 2 be a volunteer firefighter in Williams Oregon in southern Oregon sorry about my spelling the reason why I was relieved from my firefighting career was because I caught a DUI I be safe be brothers and sisters I'm not proud of what I did but I learnt from my mistake
I feel like riding in the fire truck looks like I'm actually riding. But, its in the stream. Even though, I can hear the q2b sirens while responding to the call
Awesome!!! These are The finest Men and Women that we depend on.. during an emergency!! Kudos to the driver..he was only trying to get folks to where they needed to be!! Again.. Thank each and every person who takes up this challenge!
The LALCSX was my favorite train to get called for got to NOPB or CSX fast was the Hottest train on the Lafayette Sub back then Amtrak even went in the hole for me at times
![[FIRE TRUCK RIDE ALONG!] - Wichita Fire Department | TRUCK 1 & Battalion 1 responding to Fire Alarm!](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/kSBY0cmdU-M/mqdefault.jpg)
The driver/ engineer is a boss! Gym shorts, fudge pop and one handed driving. Much respect!
Typical engineer
From a professional I expect to have two hands on the wheel.
if this was indeed an emergency, he's putting lives in jeopardy while sucking on a choc pop.
One handed driving is NOT cool. It is definitely unsafe.
@@LouisvanWijk100% agreed!
iam a firefighter at the age of 60 and the feeling you get is something you can't explain. one hell of a rush even at my age ty
im starting my academy in june and ive been an cadet/volunteet i have a few questions, doing it straight out of highschool
Adrenaline?
Skip the age. If you can, gear up and fight as you can. I just hit 58, know my limits, but bottom line...You can take the boy out of the fire, but you CANNOT take the fire out of the boy. It is that which allows us to still fight.
@@yunginnndemarr9240 Academy training is a precursor. All tactics and science you will develop in the field and according to your departments SOP's.
❤❤❤me too id pure adrenaline
I live around the corner from a fire station, last year they saved my life, as a combat vet next to my brothers in arms they are my heroes. Bless every single first responder .
And, by God, we are glad you are still here. Camo or turnout, we work for all.
God Bless you and our fellow men and women in arms thank you for our freedom! I am glad you're still here!
You live around the corner lol wow 😂😂
people underestimate the amount of people that want to watch firefighters/police officers driving to locations.
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i love following them. the feeling of running a red when you're tailing a firetruck is something else.
@@robin3 yeah dont do that man
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For everyone watching and appreciating this driver, the piece he is driving is a tiller which is like a tractor trailer that bends in the middle. There is a guy in the back who also steers (the opposite way) to make the turns, so you are watching a guy drive a tractor trailer through these awful streets (while eating a fudge pop which is what really makes the video)
Driver is a pimp. Eatin ice cream, whipping the fire truck. He is living the dream!
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That driver is a idiot not only did he litter he drove that truck poorly
The driver knew his truck! Love that, amazing job!
Incredible driving and efficient siren and horn usage! Incredible video!
Dangerous irresponsible driving.
lifes are on the line show some respect to them @@richkuklinski8424
@richkuklinski8424 Hey if he's capable (he clearly is) then let him cook, he's a better driver than anyone else on that road
I love these ride along videos, I don’t know how many channels of subbed to that do this it’s just so fascinating to watch fire trucks respond to calls, these kinda videos are like asmr for me
Care to drop any of those channel names so I too can follow?
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Boy I miss code responses. I get goosebumps just watching this video. 35 years as a firefighter/fire engineer.
Thank you for your service 🫡
This gives me a whole new perspective on how fast they can go and what it looks like inside. Like a rollar coaster ride.
Most respect to the Firefighters! Hugs from Brazil
That was some very skilled driving!
Yes that was
@@Ryanb1998 And so nice to see Engineer has both hands on the wheel.
@@ronaldlynnjohnson7589How can you have both hands on the wheel when you’re eating a fudge pop With one 😂
Skilled? I'd say bordering on reckless.
@@firedude5135unless you or a family member are the victim
Great example of fast yet controlled. He drove quickly and dodged traffic, but in a controlled and deliberate way. He didn’t weave in and out of traffic, he was careful at intersections and slowed when he couldn’t see both ways from a distance, and he only drove on the left when it was necessary. Something a firefighter friend told me was that firemen don’t just run around like they do on TV. They work a lot slower in real life, but they also don’t make mistakes. Do it with pace, but do it with purpose he likes to say.
the most undermanned paid fire department in the world but will allways do their best thank you
I am someone who always advocates and encourages drivers/operators to "know their equipment" referring to their vehicles with two of the biggest reasons being knowing what/how your vehicle operates, and its dimensions (we all know those ppl who aren't confident when it comes to parking at a retail store). That being said, one of the things I'm always constantly impressed by and love seeing is Engineers such as this guy who is fully confident AND comfortable both with what his Truck/Ladder could handle as well as the dimensions of it and how tight of a spacing he could squeeze through.
I will never forget sitting on a step looking at the white bone in my open foot and being SOOO glad to see that engine approaching. Thank you Fire Fighters!
Great work lads, you are appreciated for the service you give to the people. Keep up the great work as always.
huge respect to all the firefighters around the world ♡
I have the most respect for the men and women in the fire service!!
Anybody who is a driver/engineer of a fire truck or as well call them in the UK Fire Appliance is the top person in my opinion. All fire crews are hero’s but to be a hero you’ve got to get there!!! Awesome skills
I absolutely love the sound of a screamin' fire engine!!
I’ve been living in the Harrisburg area for a year now, everything is tight. I can’t imagine how it is for truck drivers to maneuver around cars. This driver is a beast! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I had an uncle, that was a firefighter in Port Arthur, Texas, then in Las Vegas, Nevada. He knew a lot of stuff…..
I worked with several Beaumont, Texas firefighters for several years, they were THE coolest gentlemen I had the privilege of getting to know.
I have the upmost respect for firefighters…..
Massive respect to all emergancy workers. Huge thumbs up to those who handle these big trucks at speed!!!!
chauffeur was ROLLIN!!! had the rig on 2 wheels!!!
As a volunteer with Pa company's 30 & 31 for 14 years, I enjoy watching Harrisburg Ladder truck respond through the City and not take out any vehicles. Good job to the driver's. Stay safe.
Dude is good
Using the road very well dodging traffic great horn action
Columbus ga just started outfitting Q 2 ‘s on trucks
What is that spinning thing in front of the truck
Great video. Would’ve loved to see the tiller cam
I'd love a side-by-side
That would definitely rock. Id probably get dizzy watching it though@@corycollier
It's stuff like this that makes me hope for humanity
Awesome driving. That engine has amazing acceleration
I'm going to be 665 this summer and am still active as a driver for the local volunteer fire department. There is a certain thrill laying on the air horn or siren as we go rushing to a call!
Awesome capture, hopefully there was an update about the fire on how it started and hopefully everybody was OK and made it out
Great driving! Why is there not a station or truck closer? Such a far drive for a small city.
Wheelin. Love the commentary.. That guy is a good wheelman!.
Nah. He won't have passed his exams driving 2nd ladder at that speed while sucking on a fudge pop and shouting, 'Get the f*** out of the way'.
Well done guys, proud of you! 👏 Here also but volunteer firefighter from Croatia 🇭🇷, Europe! Those are nice roads , top class 😁 We are going insane with truck but on the one way road! 😆 Stay safe guys, appreciate your effort 🫡🇭🇷❤️
I'm amazed at the driving skills!
Driving in opposite lane to avoid traffic some very tight streets a little nerve racking for any chauffeur,a fine job gentleman.👍🚒
Where I live, a mainstreet snakes underneath a rail underpass wich extends about 75 feet, the middle of the road seperated by concrete.
I saw a fire truck go right through the opposing traffic lane at full speed. WTF and it's dark in there.
Are the three light-like things spinning around in the front grill the lights? What is it used for? please tell me
It’s called a roto ray light
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I am watching from Elmira NY how bad was that fire?
Wherever this is, these other cars can't drive but firetruck driver is a beast.
It says Harrisburg City, so my guess is there 🤷♂️
My Man watches the video without reading the Title. 😄
Is this a tower ladder ?
No, it's a turnable aerial ladder on a semi tiller and the bottom of the front of the truck has hook that's why some fire company's are named hook and ladder and some call their tillers a ladder
2:58 I feel ya bro lol "Come on, get the F out of the way!"
Going opposing traffic, dude? Really? Don't expect civvies to know what to do in that instance. Stay ignorant.
@@rachitron tell that to the apparent first class driver in this clip
Literally. No fucking way they drive in opposing traffic here in Europe, they just go and people make way as fast as possible without endangering other vehicles. Total reckless movement by the driver.@@rachitron
Its done all the time here, this isnt Europe dude. @@maxizac7
@@maxizac7 If he would have went behind the traffic that was on the right side of the road, he'd have been stuck there for several minuties while peolle figured out how to get out of his way.
People in the US do NOT respect EMS vehicles and sirens and lights. They slow down and move half a foot to the side, at best. Europeans have a much larger respect for EMS than we do here in the US.
I do agree it was risky, however, the traffic was stopped, there were only 3 cars in the incoming lane, and there is no way they'd miss the sirens and lights in front of them. It wasn't that dangerous, in this particular situation. I've seen firetrucks do this before and they always do it as a last effort when that's the only way they can get to their location in time to help put the fire out/save a life.
This wouldn't be an issue if people in the US MOVED OVER for EMS. Not a little, not a teeny tiny but, no, if they MOVED OVER! I have rode in a firetruck several times and the amount of times people stop in the middle of the road blocking us ,or ignore us entirely is insane. I really think that people who fail to move for EMS should be given massive fines and potentially a license revoked depending on the situation.
But yeah, I'm not saying it's not dangerous, it is. But they are responding to a fire. The only thing they did that's not "normal" was the lane switch. Everything else was textbook, and the lane switch was too, but like I said, that's a last resort and he had to take it due to the traffic jam on the road he was already on. Trust me, they would have taken forever to move out of his way, I've seen it before, many a' times.
My favorite part 3:00 I know that feeling
Legend has it that the driver still wears his t shirt and shorts to go fight fires and drive his bad ass truck. Much respect right there brother ❤
It's amazin. Especially in NYC ❤️ I love it I was blown away by the sight and sound of the fire brigade sounds it's just such a part of NYC. Just so so cool the trucks are beautiful to
Damn, does anyone react to a firetruck in this town? Just stops in the middle of the road.
Great Video! Class A Chauffeur!!! Reminded me of life in my younger days.....Jobs
Is it the passenger or driver who controls the siren and horn?
I think it's the driver, not sure though
Where do you have your camera mounted
What is that in the center of the dash at the split of the windshield?
3 on that truck?
My dad was a Chauffeur in Brooklyn for ladder 157 during War Years
That engineer is a W pinnin the Q and air horn is awesome
Ngl. My booty hole tensed up a little when he went into oncoming traffic lol. Nice work though
The driver eating ice cream with one hand and driving racing line through though bends with the other hand lol... It also amazes me just how many people seem to instantly get the "deer in the headlights" reaction and forget that they have reverse gear and steering the moment an emergency vehicle drives on the opposite side of the road or tries to squeeze through traffic!
wider angle than last vid. prett yinteresting. must be an intense job. thanks for doing it
ive seen vids from denmark or holland maybe, but this may be the first ime seeing a us channel
Damn. He driving the shit out of that engine. I thought it was gonna flip. 😂
This is actually a tractor drawn ladder truck (tiller)
How fast were you going there?
Would have like to have seen some on scene video!
I use to drive one of these, on a Peterbilt frame. I don't miss how the gas pedal was so close to the brakes, where when you make a brake application and you hit the gas pedal by mistake, youre caught saying "#@$*&(#@" each time lol
That was very good driving love the ride alongs
How many miles could you hear that siren? Might just use it for my own Search and Rescue Company. :)
that sound has no direction. from far away it could be coming from anywhere
Does the rear axle turn? It seems to turn on a dime.
How is he controlling the Q and the horn? And is the officer's radio disconnected hanging there?
They have pedals on the officer side that controls the air horn and the federal Q. Sometimes, the engineer also has the pedals.
Great video! Thank you. And fantastic driving.
Greetings, fellow firefighters from Croatia
Whilst we all have utmost respect for the emergency services, driving one hand whilst eating an ice cream, at high speed in a large fire engine is not a professional thing to do in my opinion.
Who is controlling the siren and horn?? Doesn’t look like either of the guys up front are.
How fast were you goin? I love this!
60 mph or 70 probobly
They have a governor on them aswell so they cant go as fast
Isn't far from the incident location??
How do they run the Q?
who is controlling the siren & horn? Because I dont see neither of the people touching a button or anything
Officer in the passenger seat using foot buttons for the Federal Q and horn and the thing sitting on the center console is the siren control box that operates the Wail , Yelp , and other sirens along with having a public announcement speaker to talk to people outside of the truck.
@@josephbennett3482 so damn interesting. Thank you so much!
I thought that a string that is there is the horn, where is the horn?
There is also a foot pedal
Couldn't the emergency at least have waited until he had finished his ice cream?
who control the sirens?
Awesome driving guys keep up the great work
Good meanvering job from one fellow firefighter 2 u guys stay safe I used 2 be a volunteer firefighter in Williams Oregon in southern Oregon sorry about my spelling the reason why I was relieved from my firefighting career was because I caught a DUI I be safe be brothers and sisters I'm not proud of what I did but I learnt from my mistake
What a rush. And I am not even on board. There is something about the wail of the siren that gets me.
Ladder 2 you are booking it awesome Job!
Omg this sounds feels like war is coming and this truck is really powerful wow so fast
Hell of a job Wheelman!
It's a start from a A320 ?
my man eating the fudge pop while chauffeuring that's a win
Those drivers save our lives and I love em. Awesome stuff 👍😎
I feel like riding in the fire truck looks like I'm actually riding. But, its in the stream. Even though, I can hear the q2b sirens while responding to the call
Omg!!!! That siren sounds exactly like my Brother’s scream!
Was there 12 years
Engineer getting it!!!!!
We are moving the grid over copy that standby for an update over.
is this in PA ?
Awesome!!! These are The finest Men and Women that we depend on.. during an emergency!! Kudos to the driver..he was only trying to get folks to where they needed to be!! Again.. Thank each and every person who takes up this challenge!
Driver knows how to move a fire truck , job well done!!!!
Wheelin. Love the commentary.
The LALCSX was my favorite train to get called for got to NOPB or CSX fast was the Hottest train on the Lafayette Sub back then Amtrak even went in the hole for me at times
whats that spinning thing in the center?
It is a Roto-Ray, used in case drivers dont hear the loud a$$ siren comin up from behind them.
Same content here! I'm also a firetruck driver/fireman from Philippines. Is that automatic transmission sir?
100% an auto
Still get a rush out of riding to a call
Me on my way to bed - clicking this clip... Jupp - guess bed time is another hour away.