Massachusetts Task Force 1

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With profound sadness, SMCC shares the news of the passing of our colleague, David Tauber.

David was a valued member of the Southern Maine Community College community and the dedicated program chair of our EMS and Paramedicine programs. His career in emergency medical services began in 1971, and he became a paramedic in 1980. Over more than five decades of service, David worked in municipal Fire-Rescue, served as a medic and hazmat technician on a FEMA Urban Search and Rescue task force, led a 911 EMS agency, and worked in high-volume urban, suburban, rural and wilderness rescue systems.

An EMS instructor since 1976, David helped educate and prepare generations of emergency medical professionals. He directed several paramedic programs, including eight years as program director at Yale New Haven Hospital/Yale School of Medicine, and held a bachelor’s degree in EMS Management from George Washington University.

Through his commitment to education, service and the healthcare profession, David helped prepare countless students for careers dedicated to helping others in their moments of greatest need. His contributions to the College, our students and the EMS community will not be forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to David’s family, friends, colleagues, students and all those whose lives he touched. Please keep David’s loved ones and members of our EMS and Paramedicine community in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Our hearts are with BFD….

Robert “BK" Kilduff, Jr. exemplified what it meant to be a union firefighter. BK was passionate about his profession, assigned to Rescue Company 2, and passionate about improving the lives of his fellow brothers and sisters, working as a staff member of the PFFM for the last 15 years.

More than anything else, BK was passionate about being a father. The PFFM sends all of our love and support to both of his children and will stand with Boston Firefighters Local 718 IAFF to ensure they have whatever they need.

Rest easy BK.

Congratulations to our MA-TF1 K9 teams for passing the CE Today! Special shout out to MD-TF1 and PA-TF1 !
Rich & Pharon (LF)
Andy & Prankster (LF)
Roy & Pepe (LF)
Laureen & Sasha (HR)
This could not have been done with out all the Incredibles support of all the disciplines of MA-TF1!

The FEMA Review Council approved its final report today. Public comments are open until June 8, 2026. All Council documents are available at: dhs.gov/fema-review-council

More info: fema.gov/press-release/20260507/fema-review-council-releases-final-report
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council | Homeland Security On January 24, 2025, the President established the Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency through Executive Order 14180, Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Troooer Trainor’s family and the Mass State Police.
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The Massachusetts State Police announce the line-of-duty death of Trooper Kevin Trainor, 30, who was senselessly killed this morning by a wrong-way driver.

At the conclusion of his public safety detail shortly before 2 a.m., Trooper Trainor began his commute home. Minutes later, 911 received a call reporting a wrong-way driver traveling South on Route 1 North in Lynnfield. Several dedicated Troopers converged on the area and located the vehicle traveling the wrong way at 2:03 a.m. One minute later, at 2:04 a.m., the vehicle collided with Trooper Trainor’s cruiser.

While nothing will ever repair the pain we feel today, we make a solemn promise to never forget Trooper Trainor and his service to the Commonwealth. Kevin served as a Corrections Officer in Essex County before joining the State Police as a member of the 88th Recruit Training Troop. In his decorated career, he mentored new Troopers as a Field Training Officer or “Trooper Coach,” earned a place on the prestigious Troop Community Action Team, set the standard for professionalism, and patrolled our roads with a singular focus: keeping the people of this Commonwealth safe.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Trooper Trainor’s classmates have shared stories of his genuine care and concern for others. As one person put it, “he was the guy you wanted as your backup.”

Colonel Noble said in his remarks this afternoon, “Make no mistake: Trooper Trainor saved lives this morning. His courage – his commitment to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and put his life on the line – prevented an even greater tragedy. He will be remembered as a hero.”

We deeply appreciate the outpouring of support from our Governor, the Secretary of Public Safety, and friends in Massachusetts and across the country. We will remember and honor this extraordinary man, son, fiancée, and friend who gave his life for others.

What a great week of Medical class ! The passion and energy of these students and instructors is remarkable !

Ed was a logistics team member on the Task Force from 1995-2009 and responded to the World Trade Center , amongst his deployments with the team. His contributions, leadership, and commitment to service will never be forgotten. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and fellow firefighters during this difficult time.

RIP Firefighter Eddie Loder.
Your legacy and impact will live on forever…

Happy New Year!