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Wildland fires are migrating into populated areas with greater frequency and severity, and taming these beasts requires a whole different mindset than structural firefighting
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Technology offers a way for fire departments to meet the evolving demand for and nature of pre-hospital care
Training, good leadership, mentoring, and yes, pranks all contribute to creating the best possible firefighters, but hazing has no place in the fire service
The cumulative toll from many different incidents over time impact responders’ mental health
Firefighters will be called upon to mitigate the effects of bombings and other incidents involving the use of explosive devices
Once something is taught, it takes practice to get from understanding to mastery, and that’s where well-constructed drills come into play
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