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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An idea from Minnesota Valley Transit Authority CEO Luther Wynder to show support on transit buses snowballed into a larger show of support
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A candlelight vigil was held in front of the Burnsville City Hall for the fallen officers and firefighter/paramedic
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The U.S. fire administrator, FDNY chief fire marshal, IAFC president and FSRI executive director detailed lithium-ion battery dangers facing firefighters and the general public
Mehlville Fire District in St. Louis County is the only firehouse in the state to have a baby box
CAL FIRE Chief Joe Tyler criticized the series “Fire Country” as a misrepresentation of the department, loaded with inaccuracies
11 people were displaced in the latest fire in Lawrence that involved illegal apartments in the basement, attic
Plainfield Firefighter Marques Hudson died while fighting a house fire on Jan. 26
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A sixth child has died after a tragic house fire in South Bend
Walla Walla Firefighter Ryan Pleasants was remembered for his integrity and compassion for the community
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell and other leaders will travel to Detroit, Chicago and Columbus, Ohio, to draw public attention to winter fire safety measures
Winchendon Firefighter James Bevilacqua died suddenly on New Year’s Eve
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A $800K donation from Northwestern University helped the Evanston Fire Department purchase a new fire engine
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Colorado Springs firefighters quickly extinguished a fire on the second floor involving an electric scooter
Clark County Deputy Chief Warren Whitney was known for giving back to the community and being focused on the safety of county citizens
A two-alarm fire destroyed the Los Angeles County church that had collected Christmas toys for local children
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Fire service leaders urge firefighters to get ready for this even-faster growing type of fire
Funds from the unknown Willoughby Fire Department supporter came with a request they only be used for fire equipment
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