Military

Clear policies can prevent fire departments from violating USERRA protections

The key to resolving a potential discrimination claim is a policy addressing lengthy absences irrespective of the reason for the absence

‘Team Blaze’: California boasts nation’s first all-hazards military firefighting strike team

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The state’s OES and military department partnership seeks to strengthen California’s ability to quickly respond to climate-driven disasters

This upgraded helmet-mounted light from Streamlight goes the distance

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With long-life lithium batteries, the Red Vantage II helmet-mounted flashlight can keep going as long as you do ─ while supporting a good cause

FRI 2022 Quick Take: Worried about retention? Invest in the fire family

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Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters

From Black Hawk to Firehawk: Building Colorado's newest firefighting tool

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The Colorado Legislature voted to buy the $24M aircraft, which will soon be able to vacuum up 1,000 gallons of water in 1 minute and drop it in 3 seconds

Navy disciplines officers in massive 2020 ship fire in San Diego

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Out of the 115 sailors on the USS Bonhomme Richard, nearly 60 were treated for heat exhaustion, smoke inhalation and minor injuries

Wash. firefighters rescue soldier whose parachute got stuck in tree

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The soldier became caught about 100 feet up in a tree over American Lake Veterans Golf Course

A history of wartime firefighting – and what firefighters might face in the future

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Is it time to prepare U.S. firefighters to battle mass fire events similar to those witnessed during World War II?

Trial for sailor accused of burning Bonhomme Richard set for September

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Seaman Recruit Ryan Sawyer Mays faces 2 counts of arson and denies starting the massive fire

Photo of the Week: Ukrainian firefighters respond while at war

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This week's photo is part of a slideshow showcasing the heroic actions of Ukrainian firefighters as their country remains under attack from Russian forces

Calif. FF sets up relief effort for Ukrainian FFs, plans to head to country next month

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San Miguel Engineer and Army veteran Eric Hille is raising funds, gathering volunteers and collecting equipment

Calif. EMT, volunteer FF to join battle in Ukraine

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Arthur Curry, a 27-year-old from San Diego, signed up with the International Legion of Defense of Ukraine

FFs put out fire at Ukraine nuclear power plant complex

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Authorities said despite the flames, no radioactive material was released

Ukrainian FFs reportedly shot at while attempting to fight fire at nuclear power plant

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Ukraine's foreign minister called on Russians to allow firefighters to extinguish the fire, warning "If it blows up, it will be 10 times larger than Chornobyl!”