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Dear FireRescue1 Subscriber, It's time again for IAFC's Fire-Rescue International Convention and Expo. We will continue to update this page for coverage of the seminars and new firefighting products. If you are attending, visit us at Booth 24113 for some cool FireRescue1 and Fire Chief swag. — FireRescue1 Team

TOP NEWS Vt. Hotshot killed battling Nev. wildfire FFs shot at while putting out blazes in Wis. riots Thousands evacuated, 3 dead in La. floods Philly FFs get mandatory physicals, first time in decades: Firefighters must undergo a physical exam every two years and will be screened for medical conditions Couple calls Va. fire dept. 1,100 times for help getting out of bed: Many patients use 911 as primary care because they are unable to afford anything else Ore. FF's death reinforces importance of SCBA, PPE: Mark Burns suffered severe smoke inhalation after battling a blaze, leaving his lungs destroyed 5 firefighters injured in Ill. blaze Ind. dept. receives drone to fight fires Miss. firefighters aide in La. flood evacuations Md. FFs 'Fill the Boot' for charity Former Maine chief indicted on arson charge Ohio town receives $1.8 million to hire 12 firefighters

Chicago Fire Department Puts R.O.S to the Test A recent field test of the R.O.S platform by the Chicago Fire Department shows positive results by a number of CFD Ladder companies. Be sure to look over the result sheet. Don't slip up! Get your ROS today

GETTING GRANTS How to bridge the fire grant communication divide By Jerry Brant, FR1 Columnist The delays and frustrations with this year's fire grants can be avoided in coming years if applicants and FEMA better communicate. Getting serious  VOLUNTEER VOICE Why the fire service must be a profession By Robert Rielage, FR1 Columnist Here's why the education demands and changed expectations make firefighting more of a profession and less of a vocation. Crossing the threshold

PRODUCT VIDEOS Brenham Police Move to True Mobility with Motion Rugged Tablet Platforms FEATURED DEALS  Win $1,000 Worth of Free Gear! Enter the PSM Group giveaway today More Featured Deals

REALITY TRAINING The dangers of gas-fed fires Chief Wylie points out visual clues that these firefighters are dealing with at a gas-fed fire, and how to best handle them. Watch the video  NOW ON FLASHOVERTV Ore. FFs capture 'firenado' Texas fire truck burns at gas station

Rad-57: Quick and Noninvasive Assessment of CO Levels in the Blood Enroll in the FireGrantsHelp Masimo Grant Assistance Program to receive electronic grant tools and notifications about upcoming grant opportunities. Get help with grants

533 Firefighters stamping down racism is a proud moment 472 Firefighters shot at while putting out blazes in Wis. riots 465 Volunteer fire dept. in Minn. receives new fire truck 344 Fla. firefighters save kitten stuck in drain cap 315 Ohio town receives $1.8 million to hire 12 firefighters The One Pair of Boots You Need! Enter to win a pair of STATION/WILDLAND 10'' Zipper/Speed-Lace from Globe and complement your structural firefighting boots.  Deadline to Enter: August 22, 2016

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