California Guard Deploys to Fight Wildfires; Colorado Guard Expands Firefighting Role – Department of Defense

Department of Defense California Guard Deploys to Fight Wildfires; Colorado Guard Expands Firefighting RoleDepartment of DefenseAs of this morning, nearly 85 National Guard members were involved in firefighting operations in Arizona, Colorado and Wyoming, National Guard Bureau officials said. Because California Guard members are in the process of mobilizing to assist civilian …and more » Powered […]

Past firefighting efforts have made BC more fire-prone: expert – CTV News

CTV News Past firefighting efforts have made BC more fire-prone: expertCTV NewsLori Daniels, an associate professor of forest ecology at the University of British Columbia, said firefighting efforts over the last 60 to 100 years have allowed for denser forests with a lot of dead material on the ground. Now, when the province has …Canadian […]

Past firefighting efforts have made BC forests more fire-prone: expert – National Post

Past firefighting efforts have made BC forests more fire-prone: expertNational PostLori Daniels, an associate professor of forest ecology at the University of British Columbia, said firefighting efforts over the last 60 to 100 years have allowed for denser forests with a lot of dead material on the ground. Now, when the province has …and more » […]

Raw Footage: Bodycam Records The Moment Propane Explosion Engulfs Firefighter – David Avocado Wolfe

The video below captures the heart-pounding moment in Limestone, Maine, when a huge blast engulfs a firefighter in flames. The explosion occurred after a propane tank caught fire. At first, the blast knocks down firefighters and police officers present on the scene. After they regain their composure, however, they immediately call out for fellow firefighter,…

City of Campbell River offering community the chance to try out … – Campbell River Mirror

Campbell River Mirror City of Campbell River offering community the chance to try out …Campbell River MirrorThinking about volunteering to be a firefighter? Wondering if you’re up for the challenge? The Campbell River Fire Department is now accepting applications to …and more » Powered by WPeMatico

Grenfell Tower fire: ‘Urgent review’ of firefighting resources requested – BBC News

BBC News Grenfell Tower fire: ‘Urgent review’ of firefighting resources requestedBBC NewsLondon’s mayor Sadiq Khan has asked the London Fire Brigade for an urgent review into its resources following the Grenfell Tower fire last month. It comes after BBC Newsnight queried why a 61m (200ft) high ladder – or aerial – had to be transported […]

City of Campbell River offering community the chance to try out firefighting – Campbell River Mirror

Campbell River Mirror City of Campbell River offering community the chance to try out firefightingCampbell River Mirror“We have had a number of people inquire about auxiliary firefighting positions throughout the year, and we’re welcoming anyone who’s interested to join us for this information session.” To be considered for an auxiliary firefighter position, submit a … […]