KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Kyle, like many towns around Austin, is growing tremendously — but with growth comes growing pains. As more and more people move into the city, firefighters are scrambling to keep up. In January, the Kyle Fire Department called on nearby departments to help fight a fireRead More →
The Chattanooga Fire Department is looking for future firefighters who will help strengthen the service and continue a legacy of service and dedication. He is currently accepting applications from fire cadets for our next Fire Academy which is scheduled to start in January 2023. The 2022 Fire Academy is currentlyRead More →
Sheldon, Iowa – Sheldon firefighters responded to two calls within three hours Friday afternoon and evening. The first call came at 4:28 a.m. Friday afternoon, when the department was called to a chimney fire at 3271 Oak Hill Avenue. According to Deputy Chief Brad Hindt, before firefighters arrived on theRead More →
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Scenes of raging fires have dominated the news in recent weeks. The men and women fighting these fires in the capital could soon receive much-needed reinforcements. JFD candidates hope to be among the next class of recruits to join frontline firefighters. As Jackson firefighters battled theRead More →
BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) – The Bristol Fire Department responded to a large fire in the plaza at 43 Main St. early Thursday morning around 1:20 a.m. Upon arriving at the plaza, firefighters encountered a moderate amount of smoke billowing from the building. Firefighters attempted an interior attack but were drivenRead More →
Posted on February 20, 2022 | 11:47 The Ventura County Fire Department recently honored 17 individuals for their vital service to county residents as part of the 26th Annual VCFD Awards, which also recognized firefighters and employee of the year for the agency. . “Each of these individuals has goneRead More →
Firefighters should leave EMS alone February 19, 2022 1:30 a.m. I breathed a deep sigh of relief when the controversial campaign to renew the EMS tax ended with an overwhelming yes. But I expired too soon. On February 13, Fire Commissioner Frank Cardinale decided to send another letter to theRead More →
A major storm system hit Germany last night. It is especially the northern half of the country that is affected. The severe weather is not expected to disappear until Friday, forecasters say. Berlin, February 17, 2022. Update: 1:37 p.m. CET (The Berlin Spectator) — In Berlin, firefighters declared a stateRead More →
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) – Lexington first responders are working around the clock, battling an increase in overdoses since the pandemic began. In May 2020, the Lexington Fire Department responded to nearly a record 200 overdoses, compared to just 79 overdoses at the same time in 2019. To combat theRead More →
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PEORIA (Heart of Illinois ABC) — Streator firefighters said a man’s walk with his dog in Marilla Park on Saturday morning took a turn when the dog smelled something wrong. The dog led its owner to a hole where they found a trapped golden retriever. “This dog had fallen intoRead More →
It takes 69 flights of stairs, 1,356 steps to reach the Sky View Observatory overlooking the Emerald City from the Columbia Center in Seattle Washington and that’s exactly what Doug Ulsh, Justin Myers and Joy McCracken are doing. of the Montana Air National Guard Fire Department. dueRead More →
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WILLISTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont fire hydrants are supposedly ready to go for crews to use, but many are still stuck in snow. While it’s a good thing to do anyway, the Williston Fire Department offers a reward for taking them out. Firefighters say that when fighting a fire, timeRead More →
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Staffing shortages and pandemic-related upheaval continue to plague a number of industries. The Philadelphia Fire Union says it’s no different and is sounding the alarm. The city, meanwhile, disagrees with the union’s demands. The union says more than 700 firefighters are short, while the city says theRead More →
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WHEELING – A new class of firefighters from the Wheeling Fire Department are training not only to fight fires, but also to respond to medical calls, hazmat situations and even perform fast water rescues. It’s all part of being a firefighter in the city of 27,052Read More →
CHICOPEE – Extensive contract talks between the city and firefighters have finally reached a conclusion, with Mayor John Vieau announcing approval of a three-year contract and one year of retroactive merit pay at the city council meeting of January 18. The mayor detailed the contract update as part of hisRead More →
Frankie Stikeleather enters the Trinity Fire Department on Sunday as service members salute in tribute. Frankie Stikeleather waves as he leaves his home on Sunday for a trip to the Trinity Fire Department. Frankie Stikeleather points to those gathered for a ceremony honoring his 50 years of service to theRead More →
They’ve had a spate of burglaries in personal vehicles while firefighters are out of the station CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga firefighters are experiencing a wave of vehicle break-ins as they battle blazes. The burglaries occurred at Fire Station 1 (Downtown on Main Street), Station 9 (East Lake), Station 5 (HighlandRead More →
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Kelsey Sadler, one of three Baltimore City firefighters killed in the line of duty on Monday, was posthumously promoted to lieutenant. The Baltimore City Fire Department announced the promotion in a Facebook post Thursday, three days after Sadler and two fellow firefighters died from injuries sustained inRead More →
LOWVILLE – Summer audits of the Copenhagen Fire Service by the State Comptroller’s Office and the state’s Office of Public Employees Safety and Health (PESH) revealed inadequate accounting practices and a number of “serious” security risks. The village leadership called a meeting to discuss the results. “Department officials failed toRead More →
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to four separate residential fires within 24 hours Friday through Saturday, January 22. Several residents were relocated, officials said. In one incident, a family’s dog died due to smoke inhalation. Scene near 13th and Ohio ( ) 13th and Ohio The teams wereRead More →
As well as fighting fires and saving lives, the London Fire Service can now add rapid test triage to its CV. Earlier this week, the Thames Valley District School Board received a shipment of 146,000 COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits from the Ontario government. The tests are intended for elementaryRead More →
Rain and snow could slow Thursday morning trips Video / 2 hours ago Video Sources: Healey set to enter governor’s race Video / 2 hours ago Video Authorities warn against leaving pets in cars in freezing weather Video / 9 hours ago Video Schools ask parents to be subs NewsRead More →
article DETROIT (FOX 2) – Mayor Mike Duggan has named Chuck Simms as acting fire marshal for the Detroit Fire Department as the city searches for a permanent replacement. Simms, 54, is temporarily replacing Eric Jones in the nationwide search for a new fire marshal. Following: Deputy fire chief saysRead More →
Content of the article You could say she was blown away. Content of the article The Make-A-Wish Foundation has partnered with the Fort Saskatchewan Fire Department (FSFD) to bring a special surprise to a local girl. Six-year-old Cecily Kalyn had her first surgery when she was just one day old.Read More →
Training is a daily task at the Defiance Fire Department. Every day of the year, firefighters, paramedics, and paramedics participate in some form of training to maintain individual certifications and be prepared for any situation. Recently The Crescent News sat down at the fire station to speak with the twoRead More →
The Maui Fire Department celebrated the graduation of 19 recruits, including 15 destined for county fire stations and four destined for state airport fire stations. MFD photo Nineteen firefighters graduated from the 37th Maui Fire Department Recruit Class, with Lohiao Paoa named the Most Outstanding Overall Recruit, the service said.Read More →
OGDENSBURG – Effective today, the minimum staffing of the Ogdensburg Fire Department will be reduced to three firefighters by City Manager and Fire Chief Stephen P. Jellie following unsuccessful attempts to renegotiate ‘benefits »And the risk premium with the union representing the city’s firefighters. The union says the change inRead More →
By DAN KRAKER, Minnesota Public Radio News DULUTH, Minnesota (AP) – When Clint Reff was a young child growing up in Duluth, there was a black firefighter in the Duluth Fire Department – Ernie Butler. “Ernie lived in our neighborhood,†Reff recalls. “So you saw him and you knew heRead More →
Chevall Pryce, Personal editor January 6, 2022 Fire Department will begin administering whole blood on January 6.”/>1of3 Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center employee Chynna Sands delivers the first shipment of whole blood and blood products to the Cy-Fair Fire Department on January 5, 2022 in Houston. The Cy-Fair Fire DepartmentRead More →
The Bloomington Fire Department has been on a new program using drones to fight fires for about six months. Fire Department spokesman Eric Davison said officials have already had good results responding to structural fires and hazardous materials calls. The drones are fitted with a high-resolution thermal camera that allowsRead More →
The Saskatoon Fire Department responded to a structural fire in the 400 block of R Avenue South on New Years Eve. Saskatoon police on patrol reported the structure fire at 9:21 p.m., a statement said. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene and reported that the structure was fully involved. ReadRead More →
The proposed legislation would make it easier for volunteer firefighters to purchase sports drinks like Gatorade and other supplies that industry leaders deem essential for fighting fires during Alabama summers. Volunteer fire departments, of which there are dozens across the state, operate on limited and unrestricted funds. Restricted funds includeRead More →
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Scottsbluff Rural Fire Department Captain Carissa Schank presents the department’s new fire truck on Monday, December 27. JEFF VAN PATTEN / Star-Herald The Scottsbluff Rural Fire Department will have a bit of an easier time fighting the fires after getting a new truck on Thursday, December 23. It took twoRead More →
FRESH WATER COUNTY – The Sweetwater County Commission will review the Sweetwater County Fire Department to see if the service can operate more efficiently. At the December 7 Commission meeting, Commissioners Mary Thoman and Roy Lloyd were reluctant to approve the hiring of two engine managers for the fire department,Read More →
A fire started early in the morning and quickly spread to a house in Dardanelle early Wednesday, December 22. At approximately 2:40 a.m., the Dardanelle dispatcher received a 911 call reporting a structural fire at 108 South 5th Street located within the city limits of Dardanelle. Upon receiving the call,Read More →
Atlantic City professional firefighters are extended family members. This is the saddest moment they will ever experience as a “family” unit … that is, the death in the line of duty of a “brother” … as firefighters d ‘Atlantic City have announced the untimely death of firefighter Anthony Carfagno., 58,Read More →
The following information was shared by the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department on December 21: As the Omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to spread rapidly, the impact on the Maryland prehospital system (EMS) and emergency services continues to increase dramatically. “ACCIDENTAL OVERLOAD” Attached is the Status of Baltimore AreaRead More →
The West Hartford Fire Department hosted a badge-pinning ceremony on December 16, welcoming a new fire marshal and fire engineer, and pinning the eight recent graduates of Connecticut Fire Academy. West Hartford firefighters who recently graduated from Connecticut Fire Academy received their badges at a ceremony on December 16, 2021.Read More →
WACO, TX – On a mission to improve their firefighting capabilities, firefighters and city council members from Zacatecas, Mexico were greeted by the Waco Fire Department with a tour of the fire hall n ° 5 Thursday. This was the first meeting between the two fire departments from separate countries,Read More →
JACKSON, miss (WJTV) – Atmos Energy on Thursday donated leak detection equipment to the Jackson Fire Department (JFD) and the Mississippi Public Service Commission (MPSC). The company donates seven Sensit Gold G2 combustible gas leak detectors, a calibration unit andother items necessary for the maintenance of detectors. Sensit units areRead More →
Sheldon “Kalani” Hao, Acting Deputy Fire Chief of the Honolulu Fire Department, has been selected to become the department’s new fire chief. On Tuesday, in a 6-0 vote, the seven-member Honolulu Fire Commission voted in Hao, commission chair Charlotte Nekota confirmed. Commissioner David Matlin, who joined in October, abstained becauseRead More →
Kingsley Field firefighters partnered with local community organizations to refine the fire response structure on December 8, 2021. Klamath Falls Fire District One invited firefighters from Kingsley Field to participate in a “Burn-to-Learn†event held on a condemned structure on the south side of town. The structure, an old houseRead More →
Alton Fire Department has 2 Polaris snowmobiles with trailer up for tender How would you like to put a big smile on someone’s face by placing some Polaris snowmobiles under the tree this year for that special someone in your life? The Town of Alton Fire Department is holding aRead More →
To apply for the Junior Firefighter Program, visit the Sorghum Airport Volunteer Fire Department website at airportsorghofd.com. ——————————– The Sorghum Airport Volunteer Fire Department is setting up a junior firefighter program, with the aim of attracting young people to the volunteer fire department. The program, which accepts applications, aims toRead More →
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GRAND CHUTE, Wisconsin (WBAY) – The Grand Chute Fire Department is improving the medical services it provides to the community. Now, a paramedic will join the firefighters when they answer a call. So far this year, the Grand Chute fire department has responded to nearly 2,400 calls, which is 100Read More →
Mike richard | Special for The Gardner News In the brotherhood of firefighters, they call it “The last alarm”. Last week marked a dark anniversary for the Gardner Fire Department as 55 years ago they lost one of their own in the line of duty with the death of Pvt.Read More →
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR BASE, Ohio – The 788 Civil Engineer Squadron fire department always aims high milestones to ensure it is ready to protect people and infrastructure in an emergency. “We run formal training three days a week and informal training as opportunities arise,†said Bryan Weeks, deputy chief of fireRead More →
A member of Morgan County Volunteer Station No.2 (formerly the West Morgan Volunteer Fire Hall) allegedly confessed to taking $ 330 collected from a fire hall car wash and was force-fired from volunteers. According to Morgan County Fire and Rescue Chief Jeff Stone, the member, in an interview with investigatorsRead More →
The Merrill Fire Department’s newest high-tech toy gives them an edge few other state departments have access to. MERRILL, Wisconsin (WAOW) – The Merrill Fire Department’s newest high-tech toy gives them an edge few other state departments have access to. It’s a new way to watch a scene and helpRead More →
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department always aims high milestones to ensure it is prepared to protect people and infrastructure in an emergency. “We run formal training three days a week and informal training as opportunities arise,†said Bryan Weeks, deputy chief ofRead More →
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CHALK BLUFF, Texas (KWTX) – Many local volunteer fire departments don’t just fight fires, they fight to survive. After years of financial hardship, the Chalk Bluff volunteer firefighters were officially disbanded at midnight on Wednesday. “Members of the Chalk Bluff Volunteer Fire Department decided by majority vote to go aheadRead More →
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PARSONS, W.Va (WDTV) – Volunteer firefighter, 911 dispatcher, former EMT and former code enforcement officer Adam Arbogast has dedicated his life to serving the people of Parsons and Tucker County as a whole. A friend and fellow firefighter, Chief Kevin White, received a call from Adam in mid-November saying heRead More →
Volunteer Servers: Kyleigh Higgins, Katherine Nolan and Emma Sikora PARSIPPANY – After skipping last year’s base event due to COVID-19, Lake Parsippany’s female auxiliaries hosted their annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 28. Delicious homemade pancakes, sausages and more… bagels, cream cheese, butter, coffee, tea, and even orange juice. JenniferRead More →
From left to right, Nick Martini, Mark Otte, Grant Howell, Heston Hughes, Brian Meyer, Mark Guttridge and Robert Honaker. (Photo by City of Covington) Covington has seven new (experienced) firefighters. After completing 10 weeks of in-house training, the seven were officially ‘pinned down’ with their Covington Fire Department badges lastRead More →
SPARTANBURG, SC (WSPA) – Lots of people cooked over the Thanksgiving vacation. Unfortunately, it could also mean an increase in house fires. The Westview-Fairforest Fire Department said the most common fires they see are cooking fires. They said the number of calls depended on the safety of people. “The ladyRead More →
WINCHESTER, Ky. – A normal year, the Clark County Fire Department delivers Christmas toys to around 200 children. This year, they barely have enough for 30 families. What would you like to know Clark County Fire Department has been running a toy drive for seven years Before COVID-19, the departmentRead More →
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is part of an ongoing series highlighting the Madison County Volunteer Fire Services. Just before January 2000, the unincorporated area of ​​Red Lick in Berea was losing homes and suffering from numerous forest fires. Amid the destruction, a woman decided the area of ​​about 5,000 peopleRead More →
The South Strabane Volunteer Fire Department is at an impasse with township officials over the future of the service. Last month, the fire department sent a letter to township residents criticizing the board of directors and township manager Brandon Stanick for failing to honor an agreement to make quarterly paymentsRead More →
In response to accusations that the Clark County Fire Department failed to respond in a timely manner, did not respond to the blaze quickly and aggressively and therefore contributed to the November 2 death of Tina Tintor, whose vehicle was hit by Henry Ruggs (Thursday Revue-Journal): It is more thanRead More →
SHARE THIS STORY The Lyon fire department will celebrate its 125th anniversary during a commemorative ceremony on Sunday, November 28, 2021 from 12 p.m. The event will take place outdoors at the Lyon fire department, 4043 Joliet Avenue in Lyon. The Lyon Fire Department was founded in 1896, said villageRead More →
It is no longer news that on Tuesday, November 16, suicide bombers associated with the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), an extremist group affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) group, unleashed two powerful bombings in the heart of Kampala city leaving a number of dead and others injured. Clouds of smokeRead More →
JACKSON – The Jackson Fire Department held an open house on November 6 at the 58 Main Street station, as well as an open call to residents to replace the 4,000 square foot station built in 1947. Before the station was built, the city made do with a pump truckRead More →
The Quesnel firefighters had to assemble on Tuesday, November 9. The Quesnel Volunteer Fire Department had to call West Fraser, Barlow Creek, Bouchie Lake and Kersley departments to help put out a large log yard fire at a West Fraser log yard and a more residential structure fire. late inRead More →
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VESTAL (WBNG) – Vestal Fire Department Station 1 celebrates Ronald Linfoot, one of their own volunteers. The station manager has been involved in the department for decades. “His affectionate nickname around the station is Pops,†said Douglas Rose Sr., station chief and first deputy chief of the department. “He’s aRead More →
In early 1888, the Chattanooga Times raised the funds with which the fire fountain was erected near the courthouse. Florence Gerald, a member of a Casino Stock Company playing in Chattanooga at the time of the fire that claimed the lives of Peak and Iler, wrote a poem dedicated toRead More →
AMSTERDAM, NY (NEWS10) – Since Friday, Amsterdam firefighters have missed two calls, according to the department’s union president. Due to limitations in the number of firefighters that can work in shifts, the service relies on outside entities to answer calls if all units in Amsterdam are dispatched. Sometimes, however, theseRead More →
Ankara 150 Firefighter Recruitment Application Process Continues The application process, which began after Metropolitan Mayor Mansur YavaÅŸ announced that 150 new firefighters will be recruited for Ankara firefighters on the basis of merit, continues. As the Metropolitan Municipality opens a new employment area in BaÅŸkent, candidates apply by filling outRead More →
The Scarborough Fire Department is very pleased to announce that we recently received a federal grant in the amount of $ 397,727.27 for the replacement of our self-contained breathing apparatus. This funding comes from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program administered by FEMA. After the terrorist attacks of SeptemberRead More →
Anticipating continued staffing needs and future retirements, West Metro Fire-Rescue District leaders are asking the cities they serve to approve the hiring of additional full-time staff. The fire commission staff’s proposal received a mixed reception from New Hope and Crystal staff and council members on October 27 at Station 3Read More →
VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE – The 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department provided assistance to contain the Alisal fire that began October 11, 2021, at Los Padres National Forest in Goleta, Calif.The blaze consumed approximately 17 000 acres of land, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of nearby residents andRead More →
With the roar of thunderous engines, trucks and tractors pulled more than weight for a former South Buffalo girl. Their drivers donated money and time to support 12-year-old Taylor Roles, who lives with a rare form of epilepsy. A few hundred people attended the township fire department field in mid-OctoberRead More →
TUSCULUM, Tennessee (WJHL) – A statement said Monday that the Tusculum Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) has received a $ 10,000 grant from the 2021 CHEMTREC HELP award. The press release indicates that the funds will go towards the purchase of hazardous materials and decontamination equipment. Summer Wells’ father arrested inRead More →
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Oklahoma City Fire Department said a corporal from its urban search and rescue team was fired after refusing to test for COVID-19 after his deployment to Louisiana. Officials say Corporal Jerimiah Hoffstatter was fired from his Oklahoma City job on Wednesday due to blatant insubordination.Read More →
Noel’s fire chief Brandon Barrett never thought he would be chief for 20 years. But here he is, at the head of the small but powerful volunteer fire service two decades later. When he started he thought he could stay for a while, but his two sons arrived and itRead More →
On Tuesday, residents of the Township of Clearwater will vote on a proposal to renew their fire department, which is worth just over $ 139,000 a year. “The renewal is for operational purposes, which pays for lights, heat, gas, fuel oil. Just the day-to-day operations of the fire department, â€saidRead More →
For years, Pittsfield firefighters have relied on pagers to communicate with each other in fires and emergencies. But in a nod to more modern technology, the Pittsfield Fire Department recently implemented an emergency response system that broadcasts dispatch notifications to firefighters’ cell phones, a tool designed to streamline processes andRead More →
The Town of Warren is looking to find, train and hire firefighters. Applicants must be 18 years old and residency is not required. Advertising WARREN – Down 18 from its budgeted staffing level and competing with other agencies to fill its ranks and keep equipment running, the Warren Fire DepartmentRead More →
Plymouth Fire Department sells big pumpkins for an even bigger cause The money goes towards things like Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas presents, coats for the kids, mattresses for families who lost everything in a fire. PLYMOUTH, Michigan (FOX 2) – Plymouth Township firefighters do more than fight fires – and itRead More →
WAGENER – Only one of the three mayoral candidates in this small town in northeast Aiken County took part in a candidates’ forum on Wednesday evening in the November 2 election. Christopher Salley showed up while rivals incumbent Mike Miller and Travis Kennedy stayed on the sidelines. During and afterRead More →
More than 2,100 people have signed a petition asking Moses Lake to bring back firefighters who left the department due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The petition was posted Sunday on change.org by the Moses Lake Firefighters Union. The union says the department is losing more than 87 years ofRead More →
FRANKFORD, Mo – The Frankford Rural Fire Department is hosting its 10th annual Ham, Bean and Cornbread Dinner in the basement of Frankford Christian Church this Sunday to raise money to pay off the truck fire brigade bought last year. “We bought the truck in 2020, but due to COVID-19Read More →
By Reggie Connell, Editor-in-Chief In a recent interview with The voice of Apopka, Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson discussed a range of topics, but none are stronger than the Apopka Fire Department. Over the past few weeks, starting in budget workshops, in several published articles, and in discussions on local socialRead More →
Knock-Out Kings Boxing teaching dedication and discipline to local kids New / 16 hours ago Video Normal board approves more accessible playground New / 15 hours ago Video Peoria Fire Department has over 20,000 calls in 2021, fire incidents and arson on the rise Health / 19 hours ago VideoRead More →
LAKE MOSES – The Moses Lake Fire Department is losing three firefighters as Monday is the deadline for the state’s COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Fire Chief Brett Bastian said the service would not have “significant levels of experience” as the three employees now out of work include a captain and aRead More →
New Orleans Fire Department Press Release: October 17, 2021 On Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 11:01 p.m., the Department of New Orleans (NOFD) received a call reporting a fire near Clarence Henry Truckway in Felicity St. (the entrance to Felicity St. Wharf). Arrived at the scene at 11:13 p.m., firefightersRead More →
A black belt was draped over Emmett Maul’s gear earlier this week at Kearney Volunteer Fire Department Station 1. Kim Schmidt, Kearney Hub Never mind the fact that duty driver Bill Shafer was sleeping in the train station and didn’t know Maul had taken the truck until the alarm wentRead More →
EXAMINATION AND SELECTION INFORMATION Employees working as a paramedic (not related to safety) are represented by the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2180 (IAFF). Click on ++ HERE ++ to display the summary of paramedical services. This recruitment is open until receipt of a sufficient number of applications andRead More →
The Lawrenceville borough council accepted the 2022 fire service contract with a rate set at 0.80 thousandths of assessed valuation. There was no contract for 2021, but the fire department received 0.75 of the assessed valuation. The fire department has requested a portion of the borough’s impact funds of $Read More →
Clarkston Fire Department CLARKSTON –Wednesday, October 13 at 2:15 a.m., the Clarkston Fire Department was dispatched on a blaze with apparent flames at a local motel. On their arrival, the crews saw strong flames escaping between an outbuilding and the main structure. The first attack quickly brought down the flames,Read More →
Webster, MA – For 175 years, the Webster Fire Department has served the community and celebrated this milestone Sunday morning. The morning started with a parade down the main street. 2020 was actually the 175th anniversary, but the department has delayed the celebration for a year. About 20 trucks andRead More →
People of all ages participated in the many 150th anniversary activities of the Oskaloosa Fire Department. Oskaloosa, Iowa – Many children grow up imagining they are in a big red truck, rushing through town to fight a fire or save a life. On Saturday, the Oskaloosa Fire Department opened forRead More →
Fire Lt. Marshal Zach Soliz is the public education officer for the Davenport Fire Department. He says it’s crucial to understand the difference between a beep and a beep coming from your smoke detector. “So if you hear a beep – it usually happens once per minute, once every thirtyRead More →
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PARMA, Ohio – After months of negotiations, city council has approved a new three-year contract with Parma Fire Department Local 639. The deal calls for the 104-member fire department to receive a 3% increase in 2021 (retroactively) and 2022, as well as 2.25% in 2023. “We entered into negotiations earlierRead More →
The Windcrest Fire Department will celebrate the arrival of its new ladder truck with the traditional “pushing ceremony” Saturday at the station on Midcrown Drive, next to Town Hall. The open house will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include food and drink, musical activities, games forRead More →
The Lima Fire Department receives a new class of firefighters as they take the oath of service this morning. Chef Andy Heffner introduces the 10 new hires saying they got the best of the best. After the last civil service test, they had 30 candidates to choose from to fillRead More →
Brookhaven Fire Department firefighters teach preschoolers and kindergarten students the importance of fire safety. This week is Fire Prevention Week, but BFD is using October to make sure kids know what to do in the event of a fire, smoke, or carbon monoxide. Some groups will visit the department andRead More →
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DOTHAN, Alabama (WTVY) – On Tuesday, the Dothan Fire Department recognized the outstanding people on its team in honor of Fire Prevention Week. Rookie of the Year – Firefighter Chance Willard, Firefighter of the Year – Firefighter Matt Lucas, Sergeant of the Year – Sergeant Brady Reeder and Firefighter ofRead More →
Illinois (Baguette) – Thousands of dollars in grants have been awarded to the Central Illinois Fire Department. Illinois American Water Awards have been given to fire departments such as Lincoln, Mount Pulaski, Lincoln Regional Fire Department, Champaign, and Urbana in central Illinois. The organization has awarded more than $ 92,000Read More →