Technology
The technology topic will keep you up to speed on new firefighting technologies, including improved emergency communications, advances in PPE, new fire apparatus and high-tech EMS technologies.
With thermal imaging, live video, and supply drop capabilities, the Colorado Springs Fire Department’s drone program is transforming search-and-rescue operations
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Missouri lawmakers are weighing a ban on Chinese-made drones, but the move faces the high cost of American alternatives—often 10 times more expensive
They said the new dispatch system does not send the appropriate fire department or piece of fire equipment to emergency calls
The new database will tell firefighters what they need to know within the first two minutes on scene
A police officer and the woman’s family used an iPad to pinpoint where her iPhone was located
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A prosthetic brace allowed him to avoid amputation and he now has full function of his foot
Prevenative technology has decreased fire-based emergencies, changing the role of some firefighters
Stay up to speed on the latest mobile technology to help you do your job
First Response presents an ePCR platform with a configurable user interface
The Wildland MPT allows a fire department to configure components, systems or functionality across a number of firefighting scenarios
Deputy fire commissioner says he’s humbled by the outpouring of support and lack of criticism for Detroit’s plight
With unreliable, decades-old technology, Detroit firefighters have had to rely on improvised hacks to know when there’s an emergency
Fifteen trucks are testing the military-developed technology, which uses fobs and truck-based reader
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Bolted construction may have had a bad rap in years past, but precision technology has made it a viable way to build fire trucks
Designed to minimize and maximize the sun’s impact, this new fire station runs nearly off-grid
Chief Ralph Terrazas wants to cut response times, improve technology, and bring reform to the department
Tankers trying to make drops to protect firefighters or homes might have to turn away if a drone is in the area
Current technology and operational procedures must be enhanced in order to ensure messages are received and can be responded to
The free app includes an online database of drugs with the ability to search, personalize information, and check how drugs taken at the same time will interact
The person was trying to get video of the blaze and when authorities said it posed danger to firefighting planes
Town officials are considering relocating the siren by the town hall
Windows 8.1 Pro Update and a battery life of up to 15 hours enhances productivity of mobile professionals
Wearable technology tracks fitness and helps keep wearer safe while exercising
The Google-affiliated wearable app sends an alert when it’s time to take scheduled doses, and works with electronic medical record systems
One or two cameras can be mounted on gun barrels, rod grips, and bow components
The user can call emergency services from their home screen at the press of a button to contact police, fire and EMS
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Streamlining 911 dispatch equipment helps dispatchers manage their increasing and more complex workload
The technology allows doctors to examine patients remotely
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