Fire Engineering Newsletter: Mayday Called, FF's Hurt in IL Condo Fire, more

Join Jason Hoevelmann and other members of the Engine House Training crew on tonight's "Engine House Training" radio show. CLICK HERE to listen in at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time. Sponsored by Grainger. If you missed today's Humpday Hangout, check out the archive at http://www.fireengineering.com/humpday-hangouts.html.—Pete Prochilo, Online Editor  NEWS Mayday Called, Firefighters Hurt in IL Condo FireFour firefighters suffered nonlife-threatening injuries while fighting a condominium fire yesterday in Riverdale.  Share:    Fire Rips Through Multiple Bronx (NY) BusinessesAt least one firefighter suffered unspecified minor injuries in a multi-alarm fire this morning.  Share:    KY Firefighters Injured in Apparatus CrashA number of Anderson County firefighters were injured when the apparatus they were traveling in crashed into a tree.  Share:    MORE HEADLINES • One Dead, Two Injured in VA Fire• NJ Department Swears in Military Veterans• ME Firefighters Rescue Woman from Rollover into Creek• Five-Story Building Collapses in Kenya• Fall Forest Fire Season Ends in KY• Rain Brings Mudslides to CA• Man Dies Waiting for D.C. Ambulance• Closed Door Helps Limit Fire Spread in Pittsburgh Fire• FDNY Responded to Record Number of Calls in 2014• The Latest Fire, Rescue, and Emergency News FEATURES Semi Cab Door RemovalTodd Taylor and company offer some details on removing a semi cab door. Sponsored by Holmatro.  Share:    New Policies AvailableIn the Policy Bank, John K. Murphy offers model documents on tobacco use, apparatus tire chain inspections, supervising spouses and close relatives, and more.  Share:    Photos: Chicago 3-11 AlarmSteve Redick shares some photos of fire crews and rigs at the scene of a fire at Resurrection Hospital.  Share:    Radio: X-trication RadioDave Dalrymple discusses moving forward with vehicle rescue. Listen to an archive of last night's show, sponsored by Grainger.  Share:    MORE FEATURES  • More Features and Blogs• More Firefighting Articles• More Training Minutes Videos• Firefighting Photo Gallery ADVERTORIAL Dräger Launches Info Site on FlashoverAs a leading provider of fire safety equipment and training systems, Dräger has launched an informational webpage on the flashover phenomenon, a leading concern of firefighters the world over.  Share:    Onspot of North AmericaSince its origination in 1977, the Onspot automatic tire chain system has received worldwide acceptance for its benefits in providing drivers with increased safety and productivity in snow and ice.  Share:    Firefighting Equipment Supplies and PartsAttend an online-only timed auction featuring nozzles, foam equipment, valves, mobile units, hoses, and much more! Bidding ends January 16 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern.  Share:    Zistos ExplorerSCOPE for Search and RescueThe ExplorerSCOPE is a rapidly deployable, four-way articulated video camera that can be inserted through openings as small as 10mm to search for victims in time-critical rescue situations. It can generate images up to 40+ feet away in pitch darkness.  Share:    Elevate Your Emergency Management CareerExplore the executive master’s in emergency & disaster management at Georgetown University. Our one-year program takes you around the world, where you will gain firsthand experience in various dimensions of emergency management through intensive field studies and develop the skills needed to lead response efforts and pursue an impactful career.  Share:    BLOGS Throwing SandFrank Ricci on a simple step to prevent injuries in the winter time.  Share:    BLOGS, VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AND MORE  • Sign Up for the Fire Engineering Training Community FIRE LIFE Steamed Cod with Ginger BeerThis is a relatively easy dish to prepare, and the sauce adds a complex flavor to the fish, says Kipp Rix.  Share:    MORE FIRE LIFE • Relationships, recipes, fitness, and more! FDIC Want a Free Ride to FDIC 2015?Honeywell and Underwriters Labs are teaming up to provide financial support for 25 firefighters from across North America to attend the 2015 FDIC trade show.  Share:    MORE FDIC • 2015 Courage & Valor Award Nomination Form• 2015 George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award Nomination Form• Roll Call Tips, Training Articles, and More!   Share On:      Combat Ready, Best Attack Hose Guaranteed! Unmatched Kink Resistance! Check out our complete line of Municipal Fire Hose     Check out the different Rollbar Configurations Check out the Rollbar Video: Check out the ESS Impact Testing Video:   TECGEN® gear is all you need for 80 percent of your calls, making it a cost effective option for your department Request a Department Wear Trial Learn about Grant Assistance EVENTS FDIC InternationalApril 20-25, 2015 Indianapolis, IN   More Events!Conferences and training calendar

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