Volunteer Fire Service
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With so many divisions among personnel, it’s time we learn to embrace our fellow first responders
Red Lodge Fire Rescue Firefighter Dan Steffensen was flow to a burn center in Utah after a fellow firefighter escaped and notified the IC
The ride, called Bay2Brooklyn, is “dedicated to public safety, all military branches, medical providers,” according to the group’s Facebook page
Gunman who trapped and shot the volunteer firefighters is dead; one of the slain is also a police lieutenant
President Obama is expected to sign the bill into law that will fund the programs through FY2017
The man was sentenced to 3 to 5 years in prison for having sex with a 14-year-old girl
Next year will present many of the same challenges as 2012, but there’s reason for optimism
The suspect has already been arrested on two counts of receiving stolen property
The fire was caused by smoking materials
Firefighter: ‘Most of my emotions are guilt, guilt because we weren’t able to do something’
The firefighter torched a home and then responded to the fire
With nothing the firefighter could do to help, she turned to her trade as photographer
Firefighters payback relief effort from previous disaster with donations
The donation will help firefighters impacted by severe disasters like Hurricane Sandy
With much of the equipment stolen, authorities are trying to find enough gear to allow them to fight fire
The value of the rare bust is now in question; it was damaged by the housekeeper who stole it
Continuing focus on recruitment, retention and leadership will be critical for the volunteer fire and EMS service in 2013
A passing truck driver rousted the man from his sleep and helped him escape the blaze
Firefighter Nicholas Vachon was walking home from a Christmas party when he was hit
The chiefs are pulling double duty as they work for their department and their hometown departments
Firefighters are pulling double duty to remove asphalt that will be replaced with more durable concrete
The fees for service are needed to off set rising costs
The two volunteer stations will be staffed by paid volunteers starting Jan. 1, 2013
Firefighters performed uncommon high-angle rescue in a confined space
The firefighter fell from a truck, striking his head; he was unresponsive for a short time
Fire chief: ‘I didn’t know how I was going to get through this day’
She is accused of stealing $14,800 in less than a year
Firefighter says he’s blessed with good health and a department that lets him stay on
Its safest to avoid having to back a vehicle on scene; when backing is necessary have one or two spotters