Comments on: 9 Firefighters Perish In Charleston Blaze

Firemen Killed Fighting Furniture Store Fire; Deadliest Disaster For Firefighters Since 9/11

[hyenasm]

Firefighter's Prayer

Almighty God, protector of all, your strength, power, and
wisdom are a beacon of light to all:

Give special guidance to firefighters so that we may be
protected from harm while performing our duty.

Help me with your loving care while I work to save the
lives and property of all people, young and old.

Give me the courage, the alertness to protect my
neighbors and all others whom I am pledged to aid
when involved in fire or accident.

Amen.

[stezzer]

So very sad, I can't really think of anything to say, words seem so weak at a time like this. I'm praying for their families, colleagues and friends.

God bless those decent men, who have so tragically lost their lives. And God bless all the people on here who have sent warm kind messages.

[thgdriver]

netadmin1 sez.

All complainers need to butt out of this discussion.

This happens to be an open forum, you have a right to your opinion but it ends right there. Telling others to stay out is not part of it. Once all were out of the building, this became a surround and drown fire, whoever sent those nine in that building should be charged accordingly. If only to keep them from killing more needlessly tomorrow.

[netadmin1-2009]

To all - my heart goes out to the firefighters that lost their lives in this rescue attempt. That is what it started out as. And, my heart goes out to the person(s) that assumed command. I am an Assistant Fire Chief and I always put my people's safety first - No one knew how many people were in this burning building (who are second most important). We risk a lot to save a lot - with people trapped, and contact lost with the initial rescuers - a RIT (rapid intervention team) was sent in. All complainers need to butt out of this discussion. Thanks for everyone else's support.

[hyenasm]

cnoffsinger1,

Where can I go to a) buy a T shirt, b) donate to the families, c) provide a modicum of support to you, your brother, and the families who have made the ultimate sacrifice to the protection of our communities?

[hyenasm]

BareEmperor fascistusa

Fascism is an authoritarian political ideology (generally tied to a mass movement) that considers individual and other societal interests subordinate to the needs of the state, and seeks to forge a type of national unity, usually based on, but not limited to, ethnic, cultural, or racial attributes.

Yo - Dumb A$$ - fascism is an increase in Federal Employees! How can you possibly cheer the demise of Feds? Besides, Dumb A$$, those brave men were CITY EMPLOYEES.

So you got something to say about our current President. Cool, say it! But don't you DARE slime the heroism of the nine who were lost trying to save civilians like your Dumb A$$

I'm more than willing to discuss the failures of the Administration, But you are totally out of line on this one!

[jenzabelle]

I am in total disbelief reading these comments. These comments started out the right way, with thoughts and prayers for these nine brave men and their family and friends. It never fails to have some idiot come along and make their ugly remarks and personal opinions. My brother and his wife are both firefighters, in fact the picture at the top of this article are them. They are holding each other. They were there and I can only thank God that they are ok. To the people who can't resist being ugly, you will get what is coming to you. When a tragedy strikes you or one of your loved ones, you may finally realize the importance of these men and women.

[cnoffsinger1]

Before anyone starts pointing fingers they should know the entire story. Firemen with Charleston were told another person could possibly be inside. Two men went in and when contact was lost - more went in. It is unclear if 2 or 4 employees were rescued, but whatI do know is that they went in to not only rescue their fellowmen but innocient people. When the flames became out of control, windows were broken to help firemen excape. Yes, this did cause the flames to expand but you have to realize that when furniture is on fire it sends out a very toxic smoke, and very fast. When the roof crashed in there was no other alternative. It's a matter of saving lives...not furniture
PLEASE.. no more remarks about my heros. My brother lost six partners and friends from his ladder yesterday.
To the person that said "Oh well, more dead feds"
You are an IDIOT.!. Let these men and the families of the lost grieve in peace.
Maybe your house will catch on fire and I certainly hope a fireman doesn't lose his life trying to save you.
PS. I am anti-war as well. Don't go there!

[mdc76082]

Oh, well. More dead Feds.
I love these idiots who ramble about our "Freedoms".What Freedoms?
Posted by fascistusa at 03:22 PM : Jun 19, 2007

I hope and pray that someday, and sooner rather than later, you drop dead...violently. Then I will cheer that another piece of internet trolling garbage is gone. Ah, that is FREEDOM.

[thgdriver]

BareEmperor fascistusa

I know what your agenda is, and you have a right to your opinion, I just think you comments belong over on one of the political story's and not here. But keep them coming if you want to. I need a laugh after reading about the nine firemen.