Reserve wing continues fire fighting efforts – Air Force Link

Air Force Link Reserve wing continues fire fighting effortsAir Force LinkA Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System equipped C-130 Hercules aircraft from the Air Force Reserve’s 302nd Airlift Wing prepares to depart Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Sept. 6, 2017. MAFFS 2 will be based at Fresno Air Tanker Base, Calif., to … Powered by WPeMatico

Oregon Firefighting Crews’ Trucks Ransacked While They Slept – Sputnik International

Sputnik International Oregon Firefighting Crews’ Trucks Ransacked While They SleptSputnik InternationalFirefighters battling the Chetco Bar fire in Oregon awoke Saturday morning to find thousands of dollars worth of equipment missing from two of their trucks, including an oxygen tank, a firefighter’s bag, a firefighter jacket and a flat-headed axe …and more » Powered by WPeMatico

Jeffersonville event to display firefighting equipment set for Sept. 23 – Evening News and Tribune

Evening News and Tribune Jeffersonville event to display firefighting equipment set for Sept. 23Evening News and TribuneJEFFERSONVILLE — Get ready to celebrate the history and traditions of firefighting with a celebration and parade hosted by the Vintage Fire Museum in Jeffersonville. The event, known as a “muster,” is designed to display both the equipment used […]

FEMA authorizes federal funds for firefighting efforts in Columbia River Gorge – KPTV.com

KPTV.com FEMA authorizes federal funds for firefighting efforts in Columbia River GorgeKPTV.comThe Federal Emergency Management Agency has authorized federal funds to support the firefighting efforts in the Columbia River Gorge. FEMA announced Tuesday that the Eagle Creek Fire is threatening destruction that constitutes a major disaster.The Latest: Coast Guard closes Columbia River due to fireCFJC […]

Governor works with FEMA to alleviate strained firefighting … – NBC Montana

NBC Montana Governor works with FEMA to alleviate strained firefighting …NBC MontanaGov. Steve Bullock says he is in regular communication with the director of FEMA, exploring new ways federal resources can be used to assist strained Montana …CDPHE – Colorado.gov/AirQualityColorado.govFires erupt around state as Sperry Chalet burnsGreat Falls TribuneFirefighter who died at Lolo Peak Fire identifiedNBC […]