Here’s the latest news from San Francisco Firefighters Local 798…
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Local 798, Labor and Civic Leaders Pay Tribute to Outgoing President Shon Buford for 18 Years of Service
At the July General Membership meeting of Local 798, several labor leaders, civic officials, community partners, friends and family gathered to honor Shon Buford at his last meeting as San Francisco Firefighters Local 798 President. Shon is a tremendous labor leader, mentor, and friend who has served in many capacities on a national and local level, including Treasurer and President of Local 798 to fight for equality, equity, and better working conditions. Best of luck to Brother Buford in his new position in the SFFD.
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SF Firefighter Hurt After Fall Down Elevator Shaft While Battling Structure Fire
A firefighter was injured and had to be rescued Friday morning after falling down an elevator shaft while battling a two-alarm structure fire in San Francisco, according to the fire department. Crews with the San Francisco Fire Department responded at 4:25 a.m. to 224 Sea Cliff Ave. on a report of a structure fire, officials said. The injured firefighter was taken to a local hospital for evaluation and was expected be OK, according to the fire department. Crews were able to contain the blaze by about 4:45 a.m.
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Local 798 Presents "Invest In Your Safety: Staff Up San Francisco"
San Francisco Firefighters Local 798 is honored to present “Invest in Your Safety: Staff Up San Francisco.” The COVID-19 Pandemic demonstrated the importance of maintaining a fully staffed San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) that is able to respond immediately to emergencies. Under extremely difficult circumstances, San Francisco Firefighters, Paramedics, and Emergency Medical Technicians have continued to save lives and property. Our members provide the highest quality fire protection and pre-hospital emergency medical care possible for the people of our city, but the increasing demands for service combined with a large number of retirements and the lingering impacts of the pandemic have created additional challenges for our Department. As San Francisco leaders plan for the future, in the name of Firefighter and public safety, the SFFD's staffing crisis and disaster preparedness projects must be prioritized. This publication illustrates the critical needs of our brave Firefighters and Paramedics. Click HERE to view the publication.
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Dog Rescue
On July 14th, SF Firefighters and Paramedics were dispatched to a "long fall". When they got on scene it was discovered that the patient was actually a dog that allegedly had been thrown off of a two-story roof. We had enough ambulances available to transport the injured canine to the Vet ER. No matter what comes are way we're here to help.
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Windsurfer rescued from Crissy Field East Beach
The United States Coast Guard Northern California rescued a windsurfer from the San Francisco Bay on Monday, the San Francisco Fire Department reported. The rescue operation was first reported at 4:12 p.m. on Twitter. The fire department said that one adult was rescued and “will be OK.”
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S.F. supervisors approve $14 billion budget that preserves Breed’s police hiring plans
San Francisco supervisors have approved a massive budget deal that preserves Mayor London Breed’s plans to recruit more police officers and invest in the city’s economic core while also steering more money toward affordable housing and various social programs. The spending plans adopted 10-1 by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday total about $14 billion for each of the next two fiscal years. Supervisors signed off on Breed’s top budget priorities, which included funding the hiring of 220 police officers — to fill vacant jobs — and allocating $47.4 million to promote the city’s economic recovery from COVID-19.
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What to Pack in Your Emergency Bag — With COVID-19 in Mind
Across California, the return of hot, dry and windy weather conditions once more has residents bracing for wildfires. The increased wildfire risk also increases the likelihood that power outages from public safety power shutoffs may take place, to prevent fires from sparking. To top it off, the COVID-19 pandemic has added another layer of challenges for first responders, emergency managers and evacuees headed to evacuation centers. With the BA.5 variant being the most dominant strain of COVID-19 in the country, more people appear to be contracting the virus multiple times as the variant appears to evade immune responses, even in those who have been fully vaccinated with a booster shot. According to a report from the California Department of Public Health, the statewide positivity rate has jumped to 16% from the previous week, and several counties have reported surges in case rates. To limit the spread of infection, clean masks should be worn indoors, and disinfectants/hand sanitizers should be readily available. We gathered tips on what should be in your emergency bag during the pandemic, with advice from San Francisco’s Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT), Listos California Emergency Preparedness Campaign (guide available in English and Spanish), Cal Fire, the American Red Cross and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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California Fire Map & Tracker
An interactive map of wildfires burning across the Bay Area and California. Read up on what you need to know about California fire season in 2021.
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Survival Guides
What do you need to do to prepare for an earthquake or in case you have to evacuate from a wildfire? These guides to preparing for and surviving a major regional disaster are also designed to be available “offline” as a pdf, in the event that you need to access it and are unable to get cell service.
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New 988 hotline is the 911 for mental health emergencies
Quick help for suicidal thoughts and other mental health emergencies will soon be as easy as 9-8-8. The United States’ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline goes live on Saturday. It’s designed to be as easy to remember and use as 911, but instead of a dispatcher sending police, firefighters or paramedics, 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors. The federal government has provided over $280 million to help states create systems that will do much more, including mobile mental health crisis teams that can be sent to people’s homes and emergency mental health centers, similar to urgent care clinics that treat physical aches and pains.
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Pet Fire Safety
Here are a few tips to help keep your pets safe.
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Gerald Bernard Mahoney
August 2, 1934 - July 2, 2022
Gerald (Jerry) Mahoney, longtime resident of Petaluma, passed away at home on July 2, 2022 at age 87 surrounded by his loved ones. He fought a courageous 5 year battle with Lymphoma.
Family was at the center of his heart and he led by example as a devoted son, a caring brother, a loving husband, a wonderful father and a proud grandfather. Originally from the coal mining town of Girardville, PA, Jerry moved to San Francisco as a young boy. He graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School in 1952, proudly served in the U.S. Army for 2 years and joined the San Francisco Fire Department in 1956. After a fulfilling and distinguished 32 year career, he retired as a Battalion Chief.
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Eugene "Gene" Murphy
June 11, 1942 – July 1, 2022
Eugene "Gene" Murphy lost his battle with cancer on July 1st, 2022, with family by his side. Born June 11, 1942 in San Francisco's Mission district, where he was raised. Gene attended St. James grammar school and was a graduate of Mission High. Summers were spent on the beach in Monte Rio, where he also served as a lifeguard from 1958 to 1962. He was very proud of the fact that no one ever drowned on his watch. He joined the San Francisco Fire department in 1971 and served 35 years before retiring as a Lieutenant. Gene was blessed to have celebrated his 80th birthday with his family and friends.
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Remembering Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters |
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Gerald Mahoney (Ret.)
Deceased: 7-2-22
Rank: H-40
Gilbert Cortez (Ret.)
Deceased: 7-7-22
Rank: H-40
Eugene W. Murphy (Ret.)
Deceased: 7-1-22
Rank: H-20
Michael Kearney (Ret.)
Deceased: 6-12-22
Rank: H-40
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Gerald Scullion (Ret.)
Deceased: 5-4-22
Rank: H-40
Gary May (Ret.)
Deceased: 4-16-22
Rank: H-30
Jack Cavallero (Ret.)
Deceased: 4-13-22
Rank: H-50
James Smyk (Ret.)
Deceased: 4-11-22
Rank: H-2
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Thomas Griffin (Ret.)
Deceased: 4-5-22
Rank: H-2
James Juarez (Ret.)
Deceased: 3-29-22
Rank: H-20
Richard Fall (Ret.)
Deceased: 3-22-22
Rank: H-20
James Garvey (Ret.)
Deceased: 3-16-22
Rank: H-20
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Local 798 Presents "Invest In Your Safety: Staff Up San Francisco"
San Francisco Firefighters Local 798 is honored to present “Invest in Your Safety: Staff Up San Francisco.” The COVID-19 Pandemic demonstrated the importance of maintaining a fully staffed San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) that is able to respond immediately to emergencies. Under extremely difficult circumstances, San Francisco Firefighters, Paramedics, and Emergency Medical Technicians have continued to save lives and property. Our members provide the highest quality fire protection and pre-hospital emergency medical care possible for the people of our city, but the increasing demands for service combined with a large number of retirements and the lingering impacts of the pandemic have created additional challenges for our Department. As San Francisco leaders plan for the future, in the name of Firefighter and public safety, the SFFD's staffing crisis and disaster preparedness projects must be prioritized. This publication illustrates the critical needs of our brave Firefighters and Paramedics. Click HERE to view the publication.
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About Local 798
Local 798 is the labor organization of the proud men and women that serve as Firefighters and emergency medical responders protecting San Francisco. The members of the San Francisco Fire Department rely on Local 798 to focus on the wellbeing and safety of those that protect the lives of others. For more information, visit www.sffdlocal798.org.
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