Community Risk Reduction
Fire departments are primary advocates for community risk reduction (CRR). While fire prevention, inspections and public education remain integral parts of fire department activities, the CRR concept takes a more holistic approach to improving civilian and firefighter safety.
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New Haven Fire Lt. Samod Rankins, who was critically injured in the blaze that killed Firefighter Ricardo Torres Jr., has a “heart of gold,” friends said
Greene County EM Coordinator David Lancaster said gas stations and the community have been supportive in prioritizing first responders
As the number of tents, makeshift shelters and campers on Los Angeles streets has surged, so has the scourge of fire
About 130 firefighters responded to the blaze on the third floor of a six-story Bronx apartment building
Clarksville Fire Chief Brandon Skaggs praised the parent for leaving the baby in safe hands
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Chief Goldfeder offers advice, and contacts, for a firefighter stepping into the public information officer for the first time
Chief Goldfeder considers how a department can get back in the good graces of the community after an officer was caught stealing from the fire department -- and the taxpayers
Chief Goldfeder addresses what to do when members of the firehouse don’t necessarily want to show support for a specific organization or cause
An Illinois service partnered with the health department to vaccinate vulnerable populations in homeless shelters, nursing homes, jails and congregate living facilities
Chiefs should be knowledgeable about key community risks and operational deployment data
The family of Dominic “Bama” Hunt, who died in a house fire in February, was present at the training as “part of the healing process”
When at a crossroads with the community, digging in is not always the right road if you want the community support in the future
Genevieve Hansen recalled how she was not allowed to administer medical assistance to George Floyd
In one incident, a fire captain’s helmet was knocked out of his arm by a vehicle that nearly hit him
LaFargeville businesses are showing support for the family of Peyton Lane S. Morse, who died following training at the state fire academy
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Chief Billy Goldfeder addresses a common issue – the lack of interest in fire prevention activities – and shares ideas to achieve engagement
Westwood Fire Chief John Deckers said his department has invested time and resources into preparing to give the vaccine and urged the governor to reverse the decision
Firefighters, EMTs and paramedics across the country brave freezing temperatures, face record call volumes and remind community members to stay safe in the cold
A fundraiser for Vista Firefighter-Paramedic Andy Valenta, 33, who was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma, raised more than $80,000 in 3 days
Key factors – funding, adaptation of previous vaccines, simultaneous testing and manufacturing – combined to speed vaccine rollout
Bayshore Fire Rescue said the truck was taken from the station while crews were on a call Sunday morning
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The Gary Fire Department expects to benefit 100 to 150 households using funds awarded by the Northern Indiana Public Service Company
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Kate Bergen taught herself to paint nearly 20 years ago, but it was the pandemic that turned her into an artist
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