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Two Dead in N.D. When School Bus, Train Collide

January 5, 2015

The driver and a student were killed when the bus was hit by a train in Larimore.

Two N.C. School Bus Wrecks Leave 26 Hurt

Lonely Fresno Fire Station 18 Has Unique Story

Md. Firefighter Loses Leg, But Not Gumption

Calif. Residents Recall Deadly Mudslide of '05

Smoke Alarms Alert Carolina Panthers' Coach to Fire

Nine Choke to Death on Rice Cakes in Japan

Firefighter Burned in Mayday at Mo. House Fire

Bedford, NH, Rolls With New Rescue Pumper

The Bedford, NH, Fire Department has taken delivery of an HME rescue style stainless steel pumper, powered by a Cummins engine and equipped with a Hale pump.

KME Delivers Dozens of Rigs to US Air Force

January 5, 2015

From KME FIRE APPARATUS

KME has recently delivered a variety of airfield fire apparatus to the United States Air Force that include state-of-the-art ultra-high pressure (UHP) firefighting pumping systems.

Dryer Vent Wizard Awards Fire Dept. Grants

January 5, 2015

From DRYER VENT WIZARD

In a new initiative to raise public awareness about prevention of dryer fires, Dryer Vent Wizard recently awarded grants of $500 each to fire departments in New Lenox, Ill., Detroit, Mich., and Newmarket, Ontario, Canada.

Auto Touch, Model #: 091-222

From KUSSMAUL ELECTRONICS CO., INC.

Kussmaul Electronics has introduced a new automatic touch-on/touch-off switch with a built-in LED that illuminates when the switch is on. The new switch has a Lexan front panel for years of durability, is reverse polarity protected and is designed...

Globe, DuPont, NVFC Wrap Up Gear Giveaway Program

January 5, 2015

From GLOBE MANUFACTURING CO., LLC.

Globe, DuPont Protection Technologies, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have announced the final two departments to receive turnouts through the 2014 Globe Gear Giveaway Program.

Adapting Tactical & Command Operations to 'Our Way'

Using FDNY or Blue Card principles may be ineffective for your department, but you can adapt your policies based on their guidelines.

Spartan ERV Gets New President

January 5, 2015

From SPARTAN ERV (EMERGENCY RESPONSE VEHICLES)

Spartan Motors, Inc. announced that Daniel Slater has joined the company as president of its Emergency Response business, effective January 5, 2015.

What You Need to Know About Firefighter Exams in Other States

A look at the key items you need to consider when taking firefighter entrance exams out of state, where your certifications may not carry over.

Blu-PTT Communication Device

From KLEIN ELECTRONICS INC

Klein Electronics, Inc. introduces the Blu-PTT Bluetooth Push-To-Talk, a device that turns a cell phone into a 2-Way Radio.

P/N 091-224 Temperature Monitor

From KUSSMAUL ELECTRONICS CO., INC.

Kussmaul's new temperature monitor, P/N 091-224, is designed to monitor temperature wherever the remote sensor is placed.

Onspot Goes Global

January 5, 2015

From ONSPOT AUTOMATIC TIRE CHAINS

Onspot now has 31 distributors in 26 countries.

False Alarms Routine Where Seniors Died in Texas High-Rise

January 4, 2015

Six people were killed in the Dec. 28 fire in San Antonio.

Clawing Back After Flood, Colo. Firefighters Get New Home

January 4, 2015

Jamestown's volunteer corps will move into their new station in February.

Greek ferry search delayed by heat, smoke

For a second day, fierce heat from a slow-burning blaze kept firefighters and other investigators on Saturday from searching the hold and vehicle decks of a Greek ferry for more bodies.

N.Y. arsonist admits spree

An arsonist from the north towns pleaded guilty in court.

Heat, Smoke Delay Search of Greek Ferry for Bodies

January 4, 2015

Smoke is still pouring from the ship where at least 11 people have perished.

Fire in Small LA House Displaces 21 Residents

January 4, 2015

A dog and a cat also escaped without injury.

Three young Ky. arson victims remembered

A vigil is set for Sunday to remember three Kentucky children killed in an arson fire.

Three Souls OK After Fresno Plane Crash

January 4, 2015

The plane hit electrical lines after a power failure.

Idahoans hold annual Christmas tree bonfire

It's an annual event at Massacre Rocks State Park, locals burn Christmas trees and donate canned food to the Idaho Food Bank.

Ammo, Oxygen Send Miss. Firefighters into Defensive Mode

January 4, 2015

A 71-year-old man was killed in the blaze in Moss Point.

Quakes Rattle LA; No Major Damage

January 4, 2015

No injuries were reported following the two.

Two Kan. Firefighters Fall Through Floor

January 3, 2015

The Hutchinson Fire Department is still investigating a second-alarm house fire at 808 W. 23rd Ave. that occurred late Friday evening. Heavy damage was sustained to the floor in the front room which collapsed while firefighters attempted to put out the...