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Alabama volunteers to get donated fire truck
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 5 hours ago
Some Alabama volunteer firefighters are about to have a new rig in their garage thanks to a donation from the Alabama Forestry Commission. The AFC got the 2006 ladder truck through the Federal Excess Property Program and now they’ll give ...
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Some Alabama volunteer firefighters are about to have a new rig in their garage thanks to a donation from the Alabama Forestry Commission. The AFC got the 2006 ladder truck through the Federal Excess Property Program and now they’ll give ...
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A Media Cluster you know what
Posted on The Fire Pio Blog 4 hours ago
Ferguson, Missouri chaos continues to reigns supreme and I’m not taking about the protesters and opportunists who are wreaking havoc each night. I’m talking about the myriad of cameras and microphones that are on the “battlefield.” While teargas is ...
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Ferguson, Missouri chaos continues to reigns supreme and I’m not taking about the protesters and opportunists who are wreaking havoc each night. I’m talking about the myriad of cameras and microphones that are on the “battlefield.” While teargas is ...
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Last Call Audio for Chief Charles “Bobby” Willams
Posted on SConFire.com 57 mins ago
Funeral services were held for Chief Charles “Bobby” Williams of the Westminster Fire Department in Oconee County SC Sunday 8-17-2014. Below is the audio from the Last Call for Chief Williams and the obituary from the Anderson Independent ...
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Funeral services were held for Chief Charles “Bobby” Williams of the Westminster Fire Department in Oconee County SC Sunday 8-17-2014. Below is the audio from the Last Call for Chief Williams and the obituary from the Anderson Independent ...
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Our Stories: The Depressed Firefighter
Posted on Fire Critic 2 hours ago
I never told the other firefighters in my department about my depression. I was afraid they would see me in a different light if they knew how depressed I was before joining. I would rather not be treated differently because of it.No one is alone. Even if they choose to keep it to themselves, as I have done until now, they’re not alone. Never. That’s something I’ve learned.
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I never told the other firefighters in my department about my depression. I was afraid they would see me in a different light if they knew how depressed I was before joining. I would rather not be treated differently because of it.No one is alone. Even if they choose to keep it to themselves, as I have done until now, they’re not alone. Never. That’s something I’ve learned.
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Storming the gates: Firefighters & others raid city hall over pensions in Montreal
Change can be a good thing
Posted on Backwards Firefighter Blog 5 hours ago
Change can be a good thing! Don't let others opinions keep you from bettering yourself. Keep pushing for what you want long term.
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Change can be a good thing! Don't let others opinions keep you from bettering yourself. Keep pushing for what you want long term.
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The Connection Between the Ice Bucket Challenge and the Cold Water Challenge
Posted on Fire Critic 6 hours ago
I have been watching the Ice Bucket Challenge trend and I can't help think that the fire service trended it first. It isn't a big deal, I just thought I would explain a little bit about this years CWC and IBC. The truth of the matter is that several charities got a lot of funds they weren't expecting due to these challenges going viral.
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I have been watching the Ice Bucket Challenge trend and I can't help think that the fire service trended it first. It isn't a big deal, I just thought I would explain a little bit about this years CWC and IBC. The truth of the matter is that several charities got a lot of funds they weren't expecting due to these challenges going viral.
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My Thought on people who “Hate the Police”
Posted on Rescue Humor 6 hours ago
For the last week I have done my best to keep out posting anything about Ferguson, MO. My focus is on entertainment, not on news. But there is something in all this aftermath that needs to be said.
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For the last week I have done my best to keep out posting anything about Ferguson, MO. My focus is on entertainment, not on news. But there is something in all this aftermath that needs to be said.
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How a new Fla. fire station will pay for itself
Posted on Fire Chief 10 hours ago
Designed to minimize and maximize the sun's impact, this new fire station runs nearly off-grid
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Designed to minimize and maximize the sun's impact, this new fire station runs nearly off-grid
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How a Fla. fire station cut costs using environmentally friendly material
Promotional Opportunities
Posted on Fire Geezer 11 hours ago
Yuknavich has been arrested at least 17 times previously for a variety of offenses over a span of several years,
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Yuknavich has been arrested at least 17 times previously for a variety of offenses over a span of several years,
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Obama demilitarized cops: demands police return all military surplus
Posted on Call the Cops 12 hours ago
Today the Obama administration made an surprise announcement. All the free, or low cost, military equipment police received from the Department of Defense will be returned immediately
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Today the Obama administration made an surprise announcement. All the free, or low cost, military equipment police received from the Department of Defense will be returned immediately
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Another Car Into Another Firehouse
Posted on Fire Geezer 12 hours ago
The mini-van driven by a 31-yr.-old suspended licensee drove across a median strip, the firehouse lawn, and part way into the building.
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The mini-van driven by a 31-yr.-old suspended licensee drove across a median strip, the firehouse lawn, and part way into the building.
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Former NY fire chief suffers injury in fall
Posted on Fire Chief 16 hours ago
Jason Wheatley was injured while putting on his gear to respond to an emergency; the incident is under investigation
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Jason Wheatley was injured while putting on his gear to respond to an emergency; the incident is under investigation
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Former NY fire chief suffers head injury in fall
Posted on Fire Chief 16 hours ago
Jason Wheatley was putting on his gear to respond to an emergency when he fell and struck his head on the floor
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Jason Wheatley was putting on his gear to respond to an emergency when he fell and struck his head on the floor
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NJ firefighters, town officials reach settlement
Posted on Fire Chief 16 hours ago
The agreement requires notice before changes to what outside departments will respond in their jurisdiction
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The agreement requires notice before changes to what outside departments will respond in their jurisdiction
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Military surplus program fully restored for fire departments
Posted on Fire Chief 17 hours ago
The program will allow for the transfer of excess military vehicles and equipment to local fire departments
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The program will allow for the transfer of excess military vehicles and equipment to local fire departments
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Ga. fire chief relieved of command after aerial failure
Posted on Fire Chief 17 hours ago
Chief David Kimbrell's involvement in the purchase of the defective truck played a critical role in his departure
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Chief David Kimbrell's involvement in the purchase of the defective truck played a critical role in his departure
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News report: Former PA firefighter who is convicted arsonist & sex offender spotted in gear at fire
Posted on Statter911 17 hours ago
Francis Kestner Jr. is the son of the Mt. Oliver Fire Department chief
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Francis Kestner Jr. is the son of the Mt. Oliver Fire Department chief
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Suit Filed To Block Minnesota City From Leaving Fire District
Posted on Fire Law Blog 18 hours ago
A group of concerned citizens, firefighters and a voter advocacy group have combined to file suit to force a referendum vote before a Minnesota city can break away from a joint fire district
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A group of concerned citizens, firefighters and a voter advocacy group have combined to file suit to force a referendum vote before a Minnesota city can break away from a joint fire district
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Raw video & radio traffic: FDNY at fatal 4-alarm fire in Manhattan
Ferguson PD puts Fuel on the Fire with an MIA Crisis Management Plan
Posted on The Fire Pio Blog 20 hours ago
From a PIO standpoint there are more than the ten fingers we are blessed with to point blame at what has become a crisis management debacle in Ferguson, Missouri. I’d blame the Ferguson Police, State Highway Patrol, Governor’s Office and ...
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From a PIO standpoint there are more than the ten fingers we are blessed with to point blame at what has become a crisis management debacle in Ferguson, Missouri. I’d blame the Ferguson Police, State Highway Patrol, Governor’s Office and ...
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Louisiana city council votes to purchase new fire trucks, will replace nearly 40-year-old rig
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 22 hours ago
Thanks to one Louisiana city council, a 39-year-old fire truck may be able to permanently retire soon. Members of the Monroe City Council gave their OK to purchase four fire trucks, thenewsstar.com reported. Reserve Ladder One was built in 1975 ...
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Thanks to one Louisiana city council, a 39-year-old fire truck may be able to permanently retire soon. Members of the Monroe City Council gave their OK to purchase four fire trucks, thenewsstar.com reported. Reserve Ladder One was built in 1975 ...
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Columbia Police, Fire Departments Aim to Raise Awareness For Breast Cancer
Posted on SConFire.com 23 hours ago
wistv.com – Columbia, South Carolina | WIST.com COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - The Columbia Police and Fire Departments are looking for your help in supporting a good cause. Both agencies are selling shirts as part of a new campaign introduced by Bethany ...
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wistv.com – Columbia, South Carolina | WIST.com COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - The Columbia Police and Fire Departments are looking for your help in supporting a good cause. Both agencies are selling shirts as part of a new campaign introduced by Bethany ...
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Pre-arrival video from a Dothan, AL house fire
Pre-arrival video: Industrial building in North Hollywood, CA
Funny Police Photos for August 18, 2014
Posted on Rescue Humor 1 day ago
Today we bring you some police themed or related photos to entertain.
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Today we bring you some police themed or related photos to entertain.
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The Lowest of Low
Posted on The Fire Pio Blog 1 day ago
Last week the untimely death of Robin Williams justifiably garnered the headlines with heartfelt memories of this American icon. As a matter of fact Williams even touched the fire service, albeit in a comical manner when he played Jack Moniker, ...
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Last week the untimely death of Robin Williams justifiably garnered the headlines with heartfelt memories of this American icon. As a matter of fact Williams even touched the fire service, albeit in a comical manner when he played Jack Moniker, ...
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Fatal Bush Hog Accident in Horry County
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
WBTW.com MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – An Horry County man was killed Monday morning while operating a “bush hog” on private property.Emergency crews were called to Sunny Boy Lane, just of SC 707 around 9 a.m. for a reported bush hog ...
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WBTW.com MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – An Horry County man was killed Monday morning while operating a “bush hog” on private property.Emergency crews were called to Sunny Boy Lane, just of SC 707 around 9 a.m. for a reported bush hog ...
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Golf Tournament Fundraiser Set for Firefighter/ EMT Steve Skipton Sr.
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
Goose Creek, SC- A benefit golf tournament has been scheduled at the Crowfield Golf and Country Club on October 27, 2014 at 1100 hrs. to benefit City of Goose Creek Firefighter Steve Skipton Sr. LOCATION: Crowfield Golf Club 300 Hamlet Circle ...
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Goose Creek, SC- A benefit golf tournament has been scheduled at the Crowfield Golf and Country Club on October 27, 2014 at 1100 hrs. to benefit City of Goose Creek Firefighter Steve Skipton Sr. LOCATION: Crowfield Golf Club 300 Hamlet Circle ...
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Do Not Miss the 9/11 Hero’s Run Scheduled for September 6, 2014- EVEN IF YOU DO NOT RUN
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
FACEBOOK SITE WEBSITE Charleston, SC- SConFire.com sits down with the Director Theresa Faircloth of the 9/11 Heros Run schedule for September 6, 2014, 8 am at Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island, SC *****REGISTER HERE***** We wanted to learn a little bit ...
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FACEBOOK SITE WEBSITE Charleston, SC- SConFire.com sits down with the Director Theresa Faircloth of the 9/11 Heros Run schedule for September 6, 2014, 8 am at Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island, SC *****REGISTER HERE***** We wanted to learn a little bit ...
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Structure Fire in Columbia on Sunday
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
SConFire.com CAD: Zoom 2014-08-17 16:12:00 | SC | COLUMBIA | *STRUCTURE FIRE* | QUAIL LN | COLUMBIA RICHLAND. U/O/S SHED FIRE ATTACHED TO THE STRUCTURE, FIRE HAS SPREAD,NOW REQUESTING ADDITIONAL UNITS. | SC-45
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SConFire.com CAD: Zoom 2014-08-17 16:12:00 | SC | COLUMBIA | *STRUCTURE FIRE* | QUAIL LN | COLUMBIA RICHLAND. U/O/S SHED FIRE ATTACHED TO THE STRUCTURE, FIRE HAS SPREAD,NOW REQUESTING ADDITIONAL UNITS. | SC-45
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Responding Ambulance Car Strikes Pedestrians in UK
Posted on Fire Geezer 1 day ago
The South Western Ambulance Service car was traveling on the A40 freeway just outside Cheltenham shortly after midnight when the accident happened.
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The South Western Ambulance Service car was traveling on the A40 freeway just outside Cheltenham shortly after midnight when the accident happened.
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Must see video: Trucker saves mother & infant daughter after crash & fire
$1.5 Million Church Fire in Washington
Posted on Fire Geezer 2 days ago
A CLARK COUNTY, WASHINGTON, BAPTIST CHURCH suffered heavy damage Sunday morning when an outside fire spread into the church building,
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A CLARK COUNTY, WASHINGTON, BAPTIST CHURCH suffered heavy damage Sunday morning when an outside fire spread into the church building,
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New LAFD fire chief sets high goals for department
Posted on Fire Chief 2 days ago
Chief Ralph Terrazas wants to cut response times, improve technology, and bring reform to the department
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Chief Ralph Terrazas wants to cut response times, improve technology, and bring reform to the department
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Cold Water Challenge Face-off: John Buckman III vs. Ronald Siarnicki
Wisconsin Firefighters Face Discipline Over Cellphone Recording
Posted on Fire Law Blog 2 days ago
Two Kenosha, Wisconsin union officials are facing suspensions for their role in a complicated case where a cellphone allegedly recorded a discussion that took place after they stepped out of a meeting with the fire chief. But the case raises a number of more complicated issues involving criminal law, evidence, and even a Constitutional question or two!!!
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Two Kenosha, Wisconsin union officials are facing suspensions for their role in a complicated case where a cellphone allegedly recorded a discussion that took place after they stepped out of a meeting with the fire chief. But the case raises a number of more complicated issues involving criminal law, evidence, and even a Constitutional question or two!!!
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Drunk slams into fire chief’s car at crash scene
Posted on Fire Chief 2 days ago
The crash pushed the chief's vehicle into the rear of an ambulance parked on the scene
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The crash pushed the chief's vehicle into the rear of an ambulance parked on the scene
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VIDEO: Montgomery, Alabama to get new E-One
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 2 days ago
A new E-One will be serving in Montgomery, Alabama. In the video above, a Sunbelt Fire representative gives a tour of the truck, a Quest rescue pumper. The truck is equipped with 2,000 gallon per minute pump, a total ...
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A new E-One will be serving in Montgomery, Alabama. In the video above, a Sunbelt Fire representative gives a tour of the truck, a Quest rescue pumper. The truck is equipped with 2,000 gallon per minute pump, a total ...
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