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Kansas City Fire Capt. Robert “Bobby” Rocha and Communications Specialist Scott Davidson, who previously worked as a paramedic, died just a day apart last weekend
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The company has asked the FDA for approval to begin distributing its vaccines as early as next month
City leaders said they will need to make the cuts by July 1, 2021 if more federal pandemic relief is not received
Clear communication and printed documentation are key when you cannot be with a loved one
The president-elect stated he would ensure first responders have enough PPE and sick leave, and work to prevent layoffs
Warren Fire Department Lt. Don Beauchene, a father of 11 children, died one week after being diagnosed with the virus
Springfield Fire Chief Allen Reyne, 50, made the announcement on Tuesday, shortly after recovering from COVID-19 and returning to duty
Kansas City’s new guidance comes after an outbreak at the police department and applies to all essential workers
Ten Springfield firefighters remain quarantined, down from a high of 73 last week
President Trump and Congress have 6 weeks to prioritize firefighter PPE, communications, program funding and more
According to the study led by FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant, the department’s decision to exempt firefighters from some medical calls likely factored into the difference
