How to maintain portable fire extinguishers
Portable fire extinguishers are one of the few pieces of firefighting equipment carried aboard fire apparatus that are covered by a separate NFPA standard
View ArticleFLIR announces new spectrometer for chemical hazard identification
The device allows responders to easily sample all phases of matter
View ArticleDate announced for fifth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field
Green Bay Metro Fire Department and Pierce Manufacturing co-sponsor the event; all proceeds benefit the NFFF. APPLETON, Wis. — Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, is...
View ArticleStreetwise Responder smartphone app releases for iPhone, Android platforms
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — StreetWise CADlink is pleased to announce the availability of its new StreetWise Responder personal smartphone response app for both Android and iPhone....
View ArticleFla. fire, EMS departments to be outfitted with body armor
Responders will receive ballistic vests and helmets tested against special threats
View ArticleOfficials: Water safe to drink after fire foam contamination
The city has flushed millions of gallons of water through the city's pipes and water system hoping to remove the compounds
View ArticleOkla. fire dept. to display symbol of unity on all fire vehicles
The emblem will be displayed on more than 100 vehicles operated by the Tulsa Fire Department
View ArticleInterior expands initiative to prevent drone incursions over wildfires
The wildfire location data-sharing program will be expanded and enhanced in 2017
View ArticleDallas 911 system remains a gamble for callers
The 911 center is so severely understaffed that the city has spent more than $400,000 in overtime in recent months just to get the phones answered
View Article'Internet of things' security introduction for fire, EMS leaders
A cybersecurity expert offers a soup-to-nuts IoT security guide for every organization, individual and device with confidential data to protect
View ArticleG-Shock unveils new color additions for men's GRAVITYMASTER timepieces
Latest Color Variation for Men’s Master of G Series Available on the Connected GPW2000 and GA1100 Models LAS VEGAS — Today, Casio G-SHOCK announces the addition of two color additions for the Master of...
View ArticleTop 2 fire apparatus reliability issues
Emergency vehicle techs report the issues that most commonly cause fire apparatus to go out of service
View ArticleTop firefighting boat trends
Rigid-hull boat construction and parallel hybrid propulsion are well-suited to the challenging rescue operations of firefighting boats
View ArticleFirefighters run out of water while battling house fire
A tanker had to shuttle water from another hydrant back to the scene
View ArticleWitmer Public Safety Group, Home of TheFirestore, Acquires Our Designs, Inc.
Witmer Public Safety Group, Inc. (WPSG), parent company of TheFireStore and the nation’s leading multi-channel distributor of public-safety equipment, supplies, training, and service, is excited to...
View ArticleWhat fire departments can expect from FirstNet, AT&T deal
Dedicated access to the network and robust coverage in hard-to-reach areas are among the benefits fire departments may see
View ArticleFirstNet: The long-awaited public safety broadband network is underway
After a decade of work to forge a public-private partnership, the dream of a dedicated public safety network is close to becoming a reality
View ArticleWoman facing charges after driving drunk, crashing into fire truck
Carrie Robbins, 41, said she was trying to kill herself; the incident injured two firefighters
View Article5.11 welcomes Tim Kennedy as brand ambassador
What: 5.11® is proud to announce it has teamed up with Tim Kennedy, Green Beret, Special Forces Sniper, Army Ranger, and ex-Professional MMA Fighter to serve as his official tactical gear and apparel...
View ArticleRemember REHAB for prolonged incidents
Use the acronym to plan for five key elements needed to handle rehab operations for dozens of firefighters over several hours
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