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Tonight, Al Schlick and Chad Hoefle host "The Training Office," the official show of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors. CLICK HERE at 7:30 p.m. Eastern to listen or find out how to call in. Sponsored by Grainger. If you missed today's Webcast, "Fireground Decision Making for Suburban Company Officers," watch the archive HERE.—Pete Prochilo, Online Editor  NEWS Two Children Killed in MI FireAuthorities say two young children have died in a fire at a mobile home in southwestern Michigan. Share:    IL Firefighters Rescue Eight from FireFirefighters on Wednesday morning rescued eight people who were hanging off a second-floor balcony as fire raged around them. Share:    MORE HEADLINES • Two Dead in 18-Vehicle PA Highway Pileup• CA Firefighters Rescue Woman from Chimney• Fire Marshal Retracts Ruling for OH Estate Fire• Firefighters' Group to Aid Slain NYC Cops' Families• Firefighters Contend with Frigid Temps at OH Warehouse Fire• Atlanta Chief Cites Faith in Firing• ME Woman Admits Setting Fires• Worcester (MA) Crews Battle Three-Decker Fire• Departments Battle Large Fire at TN Wood Products Business• PA Firefighter Battles Fire at His Own Home• Report Issued on PAPR Use in Healthcare• NFA Training Opportunity on Responder Traffic Safety• The Latest Fire, Rescue, and Emergency News FEATURES Harness the Power of Applied Fire Service ResearchDon’t be intimidated by applied research. Embrace it as a tool to help you solve some of your most complex, adaptive problems, writes Dan Kerrigan. Share:    Humpday Hangout: TrainingBobby Halton talks to Aaron Heller and Steve Pegram about walking the walk when providing fire service training and more. Share:    Photos: Norwood Park (IL) FireOn January 7, fire crews faced severe cold and water supply challenges while trying to extinguish a fire in a large dwelling. Steve Redick has some photos from the scene. Share:    Radio: The P.J. Norwood ShowHosts P.J. Norwood and Justin McCarthy talk to guests and fire service authors Mark Van Der Feyst, James Petruzzi, and Eric Wissner. 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 Street Fighter Line ExpansionKochek’s Street Fighter Manifold line has been expanding. These lightweight portable units deliver fast, efficient water in any environment. This model offers one 10" Storz Inlet with five 5" Storz Outlets for high-volume water distribution. Other models include flange or threaded adapters with gated valve outlets. Custom designs available. 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:    Departments Rely on ExpressWash and ExpressDryWhen fire departments pair a Continental ExpressWash Washer with an NFPA-compliant ExpressDry Gear Dryer, turnout gear is properly cleaned, dried, and returned to service in a few hours! ExpressWash Washers clean gear according to manufacturer specifications and NFPA guidelines--preventing fabric damage. Discover more at www.continentalgirbau.com or call 800-256-1073. 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:    BLOGS Boss vs. LeaderDavid Rhodes on why it's the "fire department" and not the "management department." Share:    BLOGS, VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AND MORE • Sign Up for the Fire Engineering Training Community FIRE LIFE How to Sleep with a FirefighterTo survive her husband's peculiar nocturnal habits, Anne Gagliano had to adapt. She shares some tips that will hopefully help other spouses out there who are struggling a bit to actually sleep with their firefighter. Share:    MORE FIRE LIFE • Relationships, recipes, fitness, and more! FDIC Smoke ProblemsIf one of your members was overcome by smoke, would you know what to do? In this new Roll Call Tips video, Rob Schnepp weighs in on antidotes and other smoke-related issues. Share:    MORE FDIC • Check Out FDIC Gear!• Roll Call Tips, Training Articles, and More!   Share On:        Nominate a fellow firefighter for a scholarship to FDIC   Groves MPSS   EVENTS FDIC InternationalApril 20-25, 2015 Indianapolis, IN  More Events!Conferences and training calendar

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