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The awards honor volunteers whose achievements in the fire service and community exemplify outstanding performance
A U.S. Coast Guard investigation found Newark firefighters searching for two missing colleagues aboard a burning cargo ship in 2023 never deployed available Pak-Tracker devices that could have helped locate them
D.C. Fire and EMS responded to a small first-floor apartment fire on Livingston Terrace and reminded the public not to block fire hydrants
A garbage truck struck a tractor-trailer, killing the driver and sending three others to the hospital during a response that included extended extrication and the use of whole blood
Firefighter/EMTs with Sky Valley Fire administered CPR, oxygen therapy and naloxone to revive six dogs in critical condition
Fire Chief Jaime Moore said he is focused on future improvements, not assigning blame, after acknowledging that the official after-action report downplayed leadership failures
The new Kensington-based facility uses high-fidelity disaster simulations to strengthen EMS readiness for mass casualty and complex emergency responses
A malfunctioning Camden reserve fire engine had a delayed response to a fire, highlighting how outdated trucks and deferred maintenance are straining firefighters and endangering communities
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COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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India’s fire tragedies remind us of the importance of prevention, enforcement and mitigating technology, especially as we prepare to vote
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One question and answer at a military town-hall meeting won’t end firefighter suicides, but it may move the needle a little in that direction
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The Whelen Everyday Champion program celebrates acts of bravery, exceptional valor and community service
The Hooley Awards recognize and honor innovation and excellence for community health and safety
Brian Webster, CEO of Kestra Medical Technologies, brings significant healthcare expertise to Pulsara’s Board of Directors
Kosciewicz brings over 25 years of experience in direct response retail, product management, ecommerce, and operations to his new role
FLORIAN software is designed to increase on-site safety, simplify incident management processes, and provide real-time situational updates
First H.E.L.P. is honoring first responders who have died by suicide, ensuring they are remembered for how they lived, not how they died
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Chris Lombard was presented the Chief Harlin R. McEwen Public Safety Broadband Communications Award