PA Reps Announce Grants for Fire, EMS Companies
More than $250,000 for fire departments and EMS providers is part of a group of state grants announced this week by legislators.
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Boulder County (CO) Approves $1.3M in Grants for Fire Protection Agencies
A second round of grants will be offered this spring to search and rescue organizations in Boulder County.
Potter Valley (CA) Hosts Firefighter Training Focused on Water Supply
The Potter Valley Fire Department recently tested a system of quickly delivering a large amount of water for a substantial amount of time.
Firefighter Tracking Inside Buildings: How Close Are We?
Tracking firefighters inside structures is the holy grail of accountability on a fire scene and situational awareness for the incident command staff.
Cars Damaged When Virginia Beach (VA) FD Hose Snaps
After going over speed bumps, the 1¾-inch hose bundle at the back of the rig detached and spilled out of the rig.
What Is Known About the Collision Between a Passenger Jet and Army Helicopter Near DC
A passenger jet has collided with a helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington.
Apply by April 14 for IL Department of Natural Resources Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants
The grant provides assistance for organizing, training, and equipping rural fire departments.
Helpful Hints for Thermal Imaging, Part 1
Over the next several months, I will share helpful hints for thermal imaging that will consist of different applications or approaches.
Fire Rescues Easier Thanks to Four New Thermal Imaging Cameras at MI FD
The Pittsfield Township Fire Department bought four TI cameras using a $20,000 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Harnessing Technology to Enhance Fire Service Operations
Some of the most effective tools available right now won’t cost you any money — just a little time and effort to learn how to…
Spalding County (GA) FD Receives $42K Firehouse Subs Grant for Extrication Tools
The grant will be used to purchase a spreader, a cutter, a ram, and additional extrication accessories.
East Brandywine (PA) Fire Company Awarded $94K State Grant
The fire company will use the funds to outfit a new rescue vehicle with a Res-Q-Jack kit and battery-powered rescue tools.
MES Announces Jeff Wood Retirement; Welcomes Shannon Cherry as Apparatus Sales Manager
Shannon Cherry recently retired as fire chief of Doña Ana County Fire Rescue, where he served for four years.
Lowell, Tewksbury (MA) Awarded State Firefighting Grants
Tewksbury will use the funding to purchase five Seek Attack PRO+ thermal imaging cameras. Lowell will upgrade outdated equipment.