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The sites will be set up in neighborhoods where many first responders live as well as in hard-hit African-American and Hispanic neighborhoods
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The Houston firefighters’ union said one firefighter is in ICU and two other firefighters from the same station have also tested positive
A total of 87 firefighters have been placed under a mandatory 14-day quarantine
Municipal services, non-profits and for-profits that partner with municipalities can apply through the FEMA Public Assistance Program
Focus on your members, budget, planning for the future, and strong leadership
Wellesley Firefighter Brian Hester spent 40 days on a ventilator and 30 in a medically-induced coma
When cutting expenditures, be careful you don’t put your patients and agency at risk
One of the firefighters hospitalized is Capt. Dave Baker, who appears in an iconic Disney image with Mickey Mouse
Chief Gary Ludwig testified before a House committee, detailing how legislative efforts have helped fire and EMS personnel – and where shortcomings remain
A Senate committee heard testimony focused on the need for PPE, testing in camps and prevention efforts
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