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Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer host the 'Back Step Boys' radio program tonight. CLICK HERE to listen in at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time. Sponsored by Grainger. We need your nominations for the 2015 Ray Downey Courage and Valor Award and the George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award. You can find both nomination forms for download at http://www.fireengineering.com/fdic.html.—Pete Prochilo, Online Editor NEWS NJ Firefighter Dies of Cardiac Arrest A 38-year-old career firefighter with the Cinnaminson (NJ) Fire Department died after responding to a call last week. Share: Fatal Chemical Leak at TX Plant DuPont officials said Sunday it's still not clear what caused a toxic chemical to leak from a valve at a suburban Houston plant, killing four workers and injuring a fifth. Share: Hose Failure in Fatal Boston Fire Raises Concerns A local television news station researched hose failures and found that the problem may be more widespread than people realize. Share: MORE HEADLINES • FDNY: Firefighters Who Made WTC Rescue are Always Training • Fire Destroys Meat Plant in Spain • Four-Alarm Fire Damages TX Mansion • Growing Cost Hinders Completion of TX Volunteer Memorial • At Fire, PA Crews Told Home Is Empty, Find Victim • Fire in China Food Plant Kills at Least 18 People • New Orleans Building Collapse Causes Concern • Firefighters Battle Four-Alarm Newark (NJ) Fire • Girl Rescued from CT House Fire • Phoenix Fire Department Names First Female Chief • The Latest Fire, Rescue, and Emergency News FEATURES Drill: One-Person Forcible Entry with an Aluminum Forcible Entry Wedge D.C. Captain Danny Troxell offers this new drill focusing on a tool that allows one firefighter easier entry through doors. Share: Photos: Chicago Working Fire Steve Redick shares photos and videos of firefighters working at a dwelling fire. Share: Photos: Melvindale (MI) House Fire Check out some shots from Ian Kushnir of Dearborn firefighters responding to the scene of a fully involved two-story home. Share: Photos: Garden City Park (NY) Warehouse Fire A roaring fire broke out in a warehouse on Long Island, and First On Scene Photos shared some visuals from the fireground. Share: MORE FEATURES • More Features and Blogs • More Firefighting Articles • More Training Minutes Videos • Firefighting Photo Gallery ADVERTORIAL CLASSIX METRO The latest turnout gear style from Globe is ideal for departments that are looking for a roomy, non-restrictive fit, extended back panel, and low-rise pants together with a package of functional features designed expressly for Metro departments. Learn more! Share: Kochek: New Safe Storage Solution Kochek Company recently announced the launch of SafeTSystem, a complete compressed air cylinder storage and handling system for SCBA and O2 cylinders. Uniquely portable and versatile, the lightweight, durable aluminum system consists of interchangeable holder carriers, storage racks, hand carts, and vehicle apparatus mounts. Share: GoPro Hero4, Most Advanced GoPro Ever. Introducing HERO4 Black, the most advanced GoPro ever. HERO4 Black takes Emmy Award-winning GoPro performance to a whole new level. Incredible high-resolution 4K30 and 2.7K50 video and high frame rate 1080p120 video enable stunning, immersive footage of you and your world. Share: BLOGS Meet Vinnie Art Goodrich introduces the other main character in his fictional series, "The Adventures of Jake and Vinnie©." Share: Ethical Lapses John K. Murphy on how firefighters' ethical and moral codes get derailed while carrying out their duties. Share: BLOGS, VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AND MORE • Sign Up for the Fire Engineering Training Community FIRE LIFE Beer-Braised Tri-Tip Over Rice Kipp Rix shares a new recipe that's perfect for the station or for a personal meal. Share: MORE FIRE LIFE • Relationships, recipes, fitness, and more!   Share On:   Globe Rescue Gear – Download our catalog today Learn More about PBI Lightweight and G-Xtreme Learn More about Supralite 14" Boots – Watch Video       The Arachnipod the world's most versatile modular Total Edge Management system RescueTech is the Exclusive U.S. distributor of Ruth Lee Training Manikins. EVENTS FDIC International April 20-25, 2015 Indianapolis, IN More Events! Conferences and training calendar

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