On September 7, 2011 the IAFF Local 244 honored Station 11, C for a structure fire response where they showed exemplary compassion for a displaced victim that lost all of her belongings in the fire. Firefighter Matt Blanchfield received special recognition for going above and beyond the call of duty providing her with house hold items such as sheets, towels, blankets and chairs. Matt said, “It was not just me but the whole crew that made this happen and we are all grateful that we could help someone in need.”  

The ceremony was held at 9am at AFD Station 11, C. Several crews and Battalion Commanders stopped by to break bread and pay their respect to the crew and Firefighter Blanchfield.