New design improves firefighting robots, increases maneuverability to fight fires better, save lives Purdue News Service A new design in firefighting robots, already successfully tested in the field, could make firefighters’ jobs less dangerous and address one of the biggest … Powered by WPeMatico
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Three Orillia firefighters injured after truck T-boned OrilliaMatters.Com Three Orillia firefighters received minor injuries after their pumper was struck by a vehicle while they were responding to a crash Tuesday morning. Powered by WPeMatico
The anatomy of a firefighting operation Stuff.co.nz The man heading the Tasman emergency operation describes the strategies employed. Powered by WPeMatico
Man choked by LA firefighter to get $7.4 million National Post LOS ANGELES — A man who was choked unconscious by an off-duty Los Angeles firefighter who saw him handing out Halloween candy to children will receive … Powered by WPeMatico
Lake Keepit now has firefighting infrastructure installed The Northern Daily Leader The new infrastructure will mean more safety for visitors and guests. Powered by WPeMatico
How does the water not freeze? Calgary firefighting behind the scenes CBC.ca As Calgary firefighters worked for hours trying to bring the Enoch Sales house fire under control Saturday, frigid temperatures and a wind chill making it feel … Powered by WPeMatico
Quebec’s firefighters say they need more support to deal with job-related PTSD CBC.ca Quebec firefighters are seeking help from the provincial government to deal with an increase in the number of reported cases of post-traumatic stress. Powered by WPeMatico
Keremeos firefighters knock down blaze Salmon Arm Observer There was a house fire in a home on 4th Street Keremeos Monday. Powered by WPeMatico
Police investigating drone sighting which grounded firefighting helicopters Stuff.co.nz Police are investigating after two helicopters fighting a two hectare fire at Omarama on Monday were temporarily grounded due to reports of a drone being flown … Powered by WPeMatico
Verizon Super Bowl ads honor California firefighters after throttling their data speeds USA TODAY Verizon paid tribute to California first responders in a pair of Super Bowl advertisements Sunday following criticism for throttling firefighters’ data speeds last … Powered by WPeMatico