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The Sikorsky Skycrane crashed while battling the Widemouth 2 Fire in Fishlake National Forest, igniting another fire that merged with the existing blaze
The FJH Initiative, inspired by Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, will combine mentorship, outdoor recreation and mental health care
A state fire feasibility study recommended eventually phasing out Black Diamond Hose Co. 2 and East Side Hose Co. 4, but Archbald officials say no decision has been made
The helicopter had two people aboard and ignited another fire when it crashed in steep terrain, preventing crews from immediately reaching the site
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The fully loaded Ingalls Fire Department apparatus suffered a catastrophic failure of a front steering tire, left the road and rolled multiple times
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