Terrorism Response
Terrorism and WMD response is increasingly becoming a responsibility of fire departments working in an ever-dynamic all-hazards environment. The FireRescue1 Terrorism Response resource page offers information to prepare for terrorist events, plus videos and podcasts to help firefighters prepare for mass violence incidents.
Prosecutors say Khalid Sheikh Mohammed may not face the death penalty
At least 50 women who worked as first responders at Ground Zero and those who were nearby may receive coverage from the World Trade Center Health Program
306 active and retired FDNY members — including firefighters and EMS members — have died of 9/11-related illnesses
Extraordinary human effort and planning protected London from relentless fire bombings
Experts say the case could take years
“It took me nine years to discover that it’s okay to laugh again, and it’s more than okay to try”
While responders fought their illnesses, they have frequently found that they had to fight legal battles as well
The memory of my son lives on through his generous and kind deeds during his young life
I will never forget how warm and understanding the British were to the loss of so many Americans and first responders
I have the obligation to carry on the traditions and respect the 343 brothers and sisters helped to build
I’m afraid that while we say we will “never forget,” it’s already started to happen
Arnie Roma and his son, Keith, both responded to ground zero on 9/11; One died a hero, the other lives as one
Rural residents are most fearful, but public safety agencies at every level can take a lesson from this study
I can only imagine how the families of our 343 fallen FDNY brothers must feel today
Al Qaida leader killed in ground operation in Pakistan; US is in possession of body
The team of 210 firefighters, split into three units, would be ready to respond to hurricanes, tornadoes, major floods, terrorist attacks or other widespread disasters
FDNY Capt. Michael Barvels credits firefighters’ use of training, size-up skills, instinct, and experience in preventing casualties and damage
Regardless of where you live and work, all fire departments must keep a high index of suspicion when approaching even seemingly “routine” incidents
