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Video: SUV crashes into fire truck on live TV; FF killed by own dog


	IN THIS ISSUE
		Steps to stabilize and lift vehicles
		Geeking out on fire dispatch

Nov. 14, 2012

Featured News


Officer, FFs pull two victims from fiery wreck	Video: SUV crashes into fire truck on live TV	Ill. firefighter killed by own dog

Today's Top Stories:

No jail time for woman who struck 2 firefighters: Fined $997 for breaking FF's leg and tearing the other FF's ligament

DC fire chief plans removal of ALS transport: Some worry that the new plan will leave calls during the off hours unanswered

NY FF breaks window with bare hands, rescues woman: A volunteer FF dragged an unconscious woman, 93, to safety

In Sandy, NYC rescuers find themselves the victims

Okla. law limits manpower to vol. fire departments

Fire codes unmet, chief won't approve homeless shelter

Man fatally shot while firefighters battle house blaze

Fire dept. remains closed due to funding cuts, inability to pay bills

Video: Firefighters rescue dog from septic tank

News Analysis

Get involved: It's the only way to limit bad decisions
		By Chief Adam K. Thiel, FR1 Editorial Advisor We typically think of salaries and pensions as issues primarily affecting career, or mostly career, fire departments. As this story demonstrates, however, the continued economic situation, the potential "fiscal cliff," and resulting attention to government employees' compensation and benefit packages promise to keep firefighters in the news. What can you do?
Related: Okla. law limits manpower to vol. fire departments

Heavy Rescue

Extrication tactics: Steps to stabilize and lift vehicles

By Dalan Zartman, FR1 Columnist

Vehicle and machinery rescue scenarios where objects must be lifted to gain access to victims can become quickly overwhelming. A systematic approach allows personnel on scene to quickly progress through a menu of options. 4 steps

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A quick chock for vehicle stabilization

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Firehouse Funnies

Geeking out on fire dispatch has never been easier

By Will Wyatt, FR1 Columnist

Some people listen to music, some to talk radio. I listen to fire dispatches. I've heard some golden moments transmitted. My all time favorite radio transmission goes to a flustered police officer in Texas. Copy that

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4 skills for better radio communication

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