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FireRescue1 Member News March 17, 2008 Volume 237 |
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Atlanta chief describes response to downtown tornado |
Crane collapses on NYC apartment buildings; 7 dead, dozens hurt
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 FireRescue1 ExclusiveThe Atlanta Fire Department had little warning of the first tornado to hit the city's downtown in recorded history — eight minutes to be exact. But the department acted quickly Friday when word came through from the weather service. Fire companies across the city were radioed to sound their sirens to warn residents of the approaching danger. "That was essentially the only warning residents had," said Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran ... Full Story Related Articles:  Cleanup begins after Atlanta tornado Storm follows Atlanta twister, killing 1
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Choosing Where to Clean Turnout Clothing, Part 2: Independent Service Providers |
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| By Jeffrey O. Stull, FireRescue1 columnist — Sponsored by Globe | ||
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Independent service providers, or ISPs as they are sometimes called, are care and cleaning facilities that are owned and operated away from the fire department. Ironically, while turnout clothing is designed for incredibly hazardous environments, improper cleaning can easily destroy the clothing. Therefore, departments must be judicious in their selection of a reliable ISP.
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| Thermal imaging cameras: Making the standard | ||
| By Jamie Thompson, FireRescue1 News Editor | ||
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In just a few years, thermal imaging cameras have become essential tools for the fire service. But despite the tremendous benefits they offer, there is an issue that can prevent departments from using TICs to their fullest potential: a lack of standardization in the tools, meaning one TIC can have completely different operating functions from another. Full Article |
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