A black bear had to be tranquilized and removed from a two-story tree after it climbed so high up that the fire department ladder truck was needed to reach it. (Image YouTube)
Batt. Chief Marcel Melanson is now facing charges that he stole thousands, perhaps millions, of dollars worth of radios and set fire to fire department headquarters to cover up that crime. (Image CBS LA)
He was a rising star in the fire service, being among the youngest to make high-level ranks and starring in a reality TV show. Now he faces charges of stealing radios and setting a fire to cover up the theft. (Image CBS LA)
It is easy to see them as small and routine, but the treats lurking in dumpster fires are not to be taken lightly. Read firefighter training experts Jason Hoevelmann and Jason Poremba as they examine how to safely and effectively attack these fires.
Research shows that 78% of fire calls are not fire related. Instead they are for medical assistance, exposing them to blood borne pathogens, viral and bacterial contamination. Here’s where Fresh Gear comes in. Throw all the PPE in the Fresh Gear machine for 30 minutes. It comes out sanitized, dried and ready to safely use again.
"It is very difficult to attract young people to volunteer work. I'll take my not so young buddies who are committed to the safety of the community and have a whole lot of experience and we will just keep on answering the call. As for the 62 year old gentilman who passed away while in training, rest in peace brother you are surely one of us."
When selecting a positive-pressure fan for the fire ground operation, look at where the operation will be taking place and what power supply is available. Full Tip
Is it a good idea for Chicago firefighters to be forced to provide safe passage for children who have to walk to school through gang-infested neighborhoods?