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Marty Ingram is a retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and Helicopter Air Rescue Pilot and also served as a Disaster Response Officer. He is also a retired Federal Aviation Administration Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector. He has received numerous military awards and decorations to include the New York State Medal for Valor and the Military Air Command's Award for Excellence in Airmanship. During Superstorm Sandy, he was the Chief of the Point Breeze Volunteer Fire Department. He was awarded the New York State Volunteer Fire Chief for 2013 and was selected as an Honorary Battalion Chief by the Fire Department of New York (FDNY).
Reviewed by Maria Victoria Beltran for Readers' Favorite
Flood, Fire and a Superstorm by Marty Ingram provides a compelling first-hand account of the devastating impact of Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Ingram, the chief of the Point Breeze Volunteer Fire Department, offers a unique perspective on the unprecedented challenges that the volunteers and first responders faced during and after the storm. The book vividly describes the destruction caused by the storm's tidal surge, which inundated the New York Metropolitan area and left many residents without power, food, or shelter. Yet, in the face of the disaster, Ingram and his fellow firefighters defied evacuation orders and worked tirelessly to rescue and support their community.
One of the most remarkable aspects of Marty Ingram's Flood, Fire and a Superstorm is the portrayal of the courage exhibited by the volunteer firefighters. Despite the overwhelming scale of the disaster, they worked tirelessly to put out fires, rescue stranded residents, and rebuild their community. Their determination and selflessness serve as an inspiring example in the face of adversity. Ingram's expertise as a first responder is evident throughout the book, as he provides valuable insights into disaster response and the importance of preparedness and resilience. It's a gripping read and a practical guidebook for disaster response. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit and a must-read for anyone seeking an account of ordinary people acting extraordinarily in the face of one of the deadliest disasters of 2012.
