Phoenix fire camp begins

ONEIDA COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Phoenix Fire Camp gives teenage girls a unique opportunity. For one week, they are given the chance to train and learn what it takes to become a firefighter. The program is put on by professional firefighters to show the girls that they have what it takes to work in this field. "Firefighting has always been known to be a man’s job. They're still saying fire man everywhere. But women now today can see that they can become firefighters and they can do this type of job,” said Ellen Peoples, Buffalo Fire Department. "They're going to get additional training by professional women. Some very good instructors that want to do this for them that want to bring them into the service,” said Jackie Ferris, Westmoreland EMT. Sunday was filled with plenty of fun and games to give the girls a chance to get to know... [read full story]