INDIANAPOLIS — FDIC is big. Even if you were among the thousands in attendance, you could not have seen everything.
To see people and things you missed or look back at what you have enjoyed, here’s a roundup of moments people thought were worth sharing.
THE PIPES
Let’s start with a traditional sound.
Actor/comedian Adam Ferrara made quite an entrance.
https://twitter.com/adamferrara/status/1651656949736574977
The bagpipers sound so good because they’ve been practicing.
UP TO THE CHALLENGE
Did you try it?
Members of Lake Travis (Texas) Fire Rescue cheered for Lt. David Clark.
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=225864556707396
RUN TO REMEMBER
This is a moving memorial. Kelli Jo Lynch of the German Township Volunteer Fire Department participated in the 5K in honor of a fallen friend.
https://twitter.com/MichaelVanZetta/status/1651768717078929412
THE MORE YOU KNOW
FDIC included many opportunities to learn. There’s a variety of educational topics on tap.
EMS1 Editorial Director Greg Freise, MS, NRP, shared this nugget of knowledge.
https://twitter.com/gfriese/status/1651313659950374919
POSES WITH PATCH
Indianapolis Firefighter Derek Huff brought his dog, Patch, to FDIC. At 11 months old, the Dalmatian fits right in!
https://www.facebook.com/indianapolisfiredepartment/posts/602787535212646
SUPPORT FOR UKRAINIAN FIREFIGHTERS
FDIC attendees met Ukrainian firefighters and offered their support.
Some showed their support on flags.
https://twitter.com/romduck/status/1651650057345662979
Ukrainian firefighters had an unforgettable experience.
https://twitter.com/HelpUkrainianF1/status/1651511977737437184
NOT JUST FRIENDS – FAMILY
Many attendees reunited with buddies and made new friends.
You might recognize some familiar faces including social media star Jason Patton.
https://www.facebook.com/casey.schiel/posts/10159419866086915 https://twitter.com/dieselfireman/status/1651775569762107394
There’s no one quite like your dad – and other people know it, too.
https://twitter.com/KTFBurnsDC/status/1651327667046580225
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