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.
The Santa Ana winds mirror the self-generated fire winds following German air raids on the city of London during World War II
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82% of U.S. fire departments are all or mostly volunteer and, often, their funding depends on people stepping up to help
The new partnership will improve efficiency and response times
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The medical center is the first in the state and aims to fill the void in the area’s public health care
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A photo shows the man posing for a cell phone picture in front of a multi-vehicle crash where responders freed a woman with a leg injury
Money will fund scholarships and services for the uninsured and low-income communities
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St. Charles County Ambulance District received a grant from Costco to check on seniors during periods of high heat and humidity
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The bag is designed to be used by a non-medical person during an incident where EMS can’t immediately access the injured due to scene safety restrictions
A father quit his job and became a first responder after a firefighter saved his 17-year-old autistic son from choking during a seizure
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Joey Wallberg has two kids with autism; he hopes his classes will help raise awarenss and make a difference
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the fully functional vehicle serves as part of the department’s fight against the disease
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