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Oklahoma fire truck stolen from station
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 3 hours ago
One Oklahoma volunteer chief is concerned about response times after one of his department’s grass trucks was stolen from the fire station. A deputy passing by the station noticed an open door and a truck gone from the Lowry Volunteer ...
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One Oklahoma volunteer chief is concerned about response times after one of his department’s grass trucks was stolen from the fire station. A deputy passing by the station noticed an open door and a truck gone from the Lowry Volunteer ...
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Mutual aid to Nation’s Capital in jeopardy by DCFD’s plan to encrypt radios
Posted on Statter911 45 mins ago
Suburban chiefs call move by DC Dep. Mayor Quander a life safety issue
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Suburban chiefs call move by DC Dep. Mayor Quander a life safety issue
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Kilted to Kick Cancer 2014: The Standings
Posted on Ambulance Driver Files 1 hour ago
Well folks, we’re seven days into the Kilted to Kick Cancer 2014 Fundraising Challenge, and we’ve already raised over $2,000. Team standings as of noon CST, September 8 are: Team Donors Totals Team HBC Concealment 7 578 Team Borepatch 12 ...
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Well folks, we’re seven days into the Kilted to Kick Cancer 2014 Fundraising Challenge, and we’ve already raised over $2,000. Team standings as of noon CST, September 8 are: Team Donors Totals Team HBC Concealment 7 578 Team Borepatch 12 ...
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Four firefighters sent home by chief after refusing to remove flag decals from helmets
Posted on Statter911 2 hours ago
Union rep says Maywood, IL chief isn't budging on the issue
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Union rep says Maywood, IL chief isn't budging on the issue
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Interesting car fire video from KY
4 Children Perish in Apartment Fire
Posted on Fire Geezer 3 hours ago
Two adults living in the apartment were unable to get to the children and were driven onto the balcony where they kept screaming to the four to "Get out..get out!"
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Two adults living in the apartment were unable to get to the children and were driven onto the balcony where they kept screaming to the four to "Get out..get out!"
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Boston Fire on a different Extrication
Posted on Boron Extrication 5 hours ago
Take a look at the pictures from earlier in the week in Boston. The Boston Fire Department responsed to a worker in a Bobcat loader who was trapped under the front axle of a dump truck.
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Take a look at the pictures from earlier in the week in Boston. The Boston Fire Department responsed to a worker in a Bobcat loader who was trapped under the front axle of a dump truck.
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NFL Fumbles – Roger Goodell to be Cut
Posted on The Fire Pio Blog 5 hours ago
I always had respect for the way the NFL conducted themselves in terms of their detail to marketing, media, public relations and protection of their brand. Now it’s time to check the stats to see the last time a Super ...
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I always had respect for the way the NFL conducted themselves in terms of their detail to marketing, media, public relations and protection of their brand. Now it’s time to check the stats to see the last time a Super ...
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Quick Action by Good Samaritan Saves Man
Posted on FireNewsNet 6 hours ago
ROCKY MOUNT - Quick action by a Good Samaritan on September 6th is being credited for saving the life of an accident victim.
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ROCKY MOUNT - Quick action by a Good Samaritan on September 6th is being credited for saving the life of an accident victim.
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Early video from Irvine, CA house fire
Updated- Charleston County Employee- Rescue SquadMember Dies Overnight
Posted on SConFire.com 11 hours ago
Charleston County, SC: SConFire.com has learned that a Charleston County Communications personnel and Charleston County Rescue Squad member died overnight. While not operating as a Rescue Squad member he was working for Charleston County at the time of his medical ...
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Charleston County, SC: SConFire.com has learned that a Charleston County Communications personnel and Charleston County Rescue Squad member died overnight. While not operating as a Rescue Squad member he was working for Charleston County at the time of his medical ...
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Poor firefighter health: Risk with no reward
Posted on Fire Chief 11 hours ago
Bad food, exercise and lifestyle choices will shorten your career and your life; keep on top of all three early
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Bad food, exercise and lifestyle choices will shorten your career and your life; keep on top of all three early
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Conversation with a fire chief: William Metcalf
Posted on Fire Chief 11 hours ago
Chief Metcalf shares some of the wisdom he gained after a year at the helm of the IAFC
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Chief Metcalf shares some of the wisdom he gained after a year at the helm of the IAFC
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Morning Lineup – September 9
Posted on Fire Geezer 12 hours ago
The doc is very happy on how it turned out, and therefore I am very happy
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The doc is very happy on how it turned out, and therefore I am very happy
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Raw video of apartment fire in Anne Arundel County, MD
L.A. aims to reduce civilian fire injuries, death
Posted on Fire Chief 17 hours ago
In addition to free smoke alarms, the city created a panel to investigate fires with injuries or deaths
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In addition to free smoke alarms, the city created a panel to investigate fires with injuries or deaths
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Indy Firefighters Sue over Changes to Health Care
Posted on Fire Law Blog 18 hours ago
Indianapolis firefighters and police unions have filed suit against the city seeking to block a proposed change in health care. IAFF Local 416 and FOP Lodge 86 claim that the city’s unilateral change from the current Advantage HMO plan to a health saving account violates the terms of their collective bargaining agreements.
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Indianapolis firefighters and police unions have filed suit against the city seeking to block a proposed change in health care. IAFF Local 416 and FOP Lodge 86 claim that the city’s unilateral change from the current Advantage HMO plan to a health saving account violates the terms of their collective bargaining agreements.
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Several DC ladder trucks pulled from service after inspections
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 19 hours ago
In the nation’s capital, nearly half of the department’s ladder trucks are out of service. From the Washington Post: In a statement issued Sunday night the department said seven of 17 ladder trucks, or more than 40 per cent, were ...
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In the nation’s capital, nearly half of the department’s ladder trucks are out of service. From the Washington Post: In a statement issued Sunday night the department said seven of 17 ladder trucks, or more than 40 per cent, were ...
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UPDATED- Press Conference- Charleston County Deputy Killed, One Shot in West Ashley
Posted on SConFire.com 23 hours ago
Charleston County Sheriff’s Department Press Conference held 09/09/14 1200 hrs Two Charleston County Deputies Shot in West Ashley Monday night UPDATED- 1530 HRS 9/9/14 -WEST ASHLEY, S.C. (WCIV) – Two deputies who were shot by a man during a gunfight ...
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Charleston County Sheriff’s Department Press Conference held 09/09/14 1200 hrs Two Charleston County Deputies Shot in West Ashley Monday night UPDATED- 1530 HRS 9/9/14 -WEST ASHLEY, S.C. (WCIV) – Two deputies who were shot by a man during a gunfight ...
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FD Good Will at the Gym
Posted on The Fire Pio Blog 24 hours ago
I was recently working out at the gym when I caught the eye of an older woman who was giving me an irritated look. Since I know I have impeccable form on the machines I use I could only guess ...
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I was recently working out at the gym when I caught the eye of an older woman who was giving me an irritated look. Since I know I have impeccable form on the machines I use I could only guess ...
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Kingsport Fire Tech Rescue Team Refresh Skills in Trench Rescue
Posted on Model City Firefighter 1 day ago
This past weekend, the members of the Kingsport Fire Department Technical Rescue Team conducted a Trench Rescue Course in Kingsport. The 21 member team, along with a few area responders, gathered at the old General Shale property in Kingsport to ...
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This past weekend, the members of the Kingsport Fire Department Technical Rescue Team conducted a Trench Rescue Course in Kingsport. The 21 member team, along with a few area responders, gathered at the old General Shale property in Kingsport to ...
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Horry County director of public safety steps down
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
WMBF News.com HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – The Horry County Director of Public Safety has stepped down. Paul Whitten resigned Monday, September 8, Horry County spokeswoman Lisa Bourcier confirmed. No explanation for Whitten’s resignation has been made available, currently. Whitten ...
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WMBF News.com HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – The Horry County Director of Public Safety has stepped down. Paul Whitten resigned Monday, September 8, Horry County spokeswoman Lisa Bourcier confirmed. No explanation for Whitten’s resignation has been made available, currently. Whitten ...
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Video- Close Call on a Vehicle Fire- Always wear your PPE
Posted on SConFire.com 1 day ago
Another reason why we wear ALL of our PPE on vehicle fires Post by FireGround Update.
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Another reason why we wear ALL of our PPE on vehicle fires Post by FireGround Update.
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I “Find em Hot, Leave em Wet” and “Fight what you Fear”!
Posted on Iron Firemen 1 day ago
Many still have the "old school" mentality in believing that we sit around all day, playing cards, grab ass or taking naps.They have no idea how many hours of training it takes to maintain our certifications, health and physical abilities.
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Many still have the "old school" mentality in believing that we sit around all day, playing cards, grab ass or taking naps.They have no idea how many hours of training it takes to maintain our certifications, health and physical abilities.
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BREAKING NEWS: Kingsport Firefighters On-Scene Welcome Center Fire in Tennessee
Posted on Model City Firefighter 1 day ago
This morning, Kingsport Firefighters (A-Shift) were alerted of a structure fire at the new Welcome Center located just off of Interstate 26 in Kingsport, TN. A full assignment responded to the Welcome Center that has not opened yet due to still ...
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This morning, Kingsport Firefighters (A-Shift) were alerted of a structure fire at the new Welcome Center located just off of Interstate 26 in Kingsport, TN. A full assignment responded to the Welcome Center that has not opened yet due to still ...
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Actor Steve Buscemi talks about his FDNY roots & the doc ‘A Good Job’
Helmet Cam: Apartment Fire in Endicott, NY. Several Units Burn
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
Sunday morning at 06:30 West Corners Fire was dispatched mutual aid to Endicott for a working building fire. Engine 1 with 6 green tags responded and went right to work. Follow us through our Lt's helmet camera
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Sunday morning at 06:30 West Corners Fire was dispatched mutual aid to Endicott for a working building fire. Engine 1 with 6 green tags responded and went right to work. Follow us through our Lt's helmet camera
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Helmet Camera: Overhaul and Ventilation at House Fire
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
Firefighter's helmet camera footage of a working house fire caused by a lightning strike. Recorded with the Firecam MiniHD. This was not the entire incident, and some audio has been edited for content.
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Firefighter's helmet camera footage of a working house fire caused by a lightning strike. Recorded with the Firecam MiniHD. This was not the entire incident, and some audio has been edited for content.
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Close Call: House Fire in Niagara Falls, NY. Collapse During Defensive Operations
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
Exclusive video of the blaze that took down 3 houses on 7th street in Niagara Falls, New York. The house collapses around the 1 minute mark proving just how dangerous of a job that first responders have.
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Exclusive video of the blaze that took down 3 houses on 7th street in Niagara Falls, New York. The house collapses around the 1 minute mark proving just how dangerous of a job that first responders have.
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Morning Lineup – September 8
Posted on Fire Geezer 1 day ago
There are 11 good uses for beer and you can always use the leftovers productively.
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There are 11 good uses for beer and you can always use the leftovers productively.
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Finding Your Funding
Posted on Fire & EMS Leader Pro 2 days ago
Once upon a time…with a beginning like that you just know this is going to be a good story, right? Well the good news is that it’s not a fairy tale. It is, however, the fictitious story of how a fictitious municipal fire department, the Cutting Edge County Fire and Rescue (CECFR) Department, created a non-profit organization (NPO) to provide financial support to its customer service efforts. It serves as a model for actual departments to follow.
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Once upon a time…with a beginning like that you just know this is going to be a good story, right? Well the good news is that it’s not a fairy tale. It is, however, the fictitious story of how a fictitious municipal fire department, the Cutting Edge County Fire and Rescue (CECFR) Department, created a non-profit organization (NPO) to provide financial support to its customer service efforts. It serves as a model for actual departments to follow.
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Remembering Fallen Brothers on September 11th
Posted on Backwards Firefighter Blog 2 days ago
Remembering Fallen Brothers is important! This week many will say "Never Forget". Lets not just say it, but mean it! Share your thoughts and lets blow up the "News Feeds" and "Twitter Feeds", people do it for celebrities, Lets do it with Real HEROS!
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Remembering Fallen Brothers is important! This week many will say "Never Forget". Lets not just say it, but mean it! Share your thoughts and lets blow up the "News Feeds" and "Twitter Feeds", people do it for celebrities, Lets do it with Real HEROS!
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Cold Water Challenge Face-off: Tie breaker
Akron Fire Faces Litigation Paralysis
Posted on Fire Law Blog 2 days ago
An article published today by the Akron Beacon/Ohio.com raises serious concerns about the inadvertent impact that a discrimination suit is having on the safety of firefighters in the Akron Fire Department. The suit over promotional examinations that took place in 2004 has paralyzed the department, leaving just 68 of 120 officer’s positions filled.
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An article published today by the Akron Beacon/Ohio.com raises serious concerns about the inadvertent impact that a discrimination suit is having on the safety of firefighters in the Akron Fire Department. The suit over promotional examinations that took place in 2004 has paralyzed the department, leaving just 68 of 120 officer’s positions filled.
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Ala. fire chief: Staff cuts will increase risk, response time
Posted on Fire Chief 2 days ago
The mayor wants to eliminate 15 firefighter positions it added four years ago with a SAFER grant
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The mayor wants to eliminate 15 firefighter positions it added four years ago with a SAFER grant
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Close-call video: House collapses at Niagara Falls, NY fire
The embarrassing legacy of Kenneth Ellerbe – 40% of DC’s ladder trucks fail inspection & are sidelined
Wis. fire department builds green station that pays for itself
Helmet-cam video from Endicott, NY apartment fire
Posted on Statter911 2 days ago
Fire investigator suffered CO poisoning and bomb squad called for items found
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Fire investigator suffered CO poisoning and bomb squad called for items found
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Mile Stones…
Posted on Iron Firemen 2 days ago
I'm NOT a "cut and paste", catchy Headline or shared video site.... I'm something different ... I just don't know what it is yet ...LMAO.
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I'm NOT a "cut and paste", catchy Headline or shared video site.... I'm something different ... I just don't know what it is yet ...LMAO.
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