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Thefts of firefighting equipment hinder efforts against BC wildfires – 100 Mile House Free Press

100 Mile House Free Press Thefts of firefighting equipment hinder efforts against BC wildfires100 Mile House Free Press“We’re asking people if they come across firefighting equipment to do the right thing and leave it alone.” The RCMP have had to now direct officers to investigate the cases, diverting support for firefighting efforts in the region, […]

Thefts of firefighting equipment hinder efforts against BC wildfires – Williams Lake Tribune

Williams Lake Tribune Thefts of firefighting equipment hinder efforts against BC wildfiresWilliams Lake TribuneThe RCMP have had to now direct officers to investigate the cases, diverting support for firefighting efforts in the region, Roberts added. Meanwhile, Skrepnek said with resources already spread so thin this season, the thefts are one more barrier …27 New Wildfires […]

20-person, DEC firefighting team returns from Montana, second team dispatched – NewYorkUpstate.com

NewYorkUpstate.com 20-person, DEC firefighting team returns from Montana, second team dispatchedNewYorkUpstate.comHowever, there’s more firefighting to be done. Gov. Andrew Cuomo has dispatched a second 20-member firefighting crew to western states to continue battling wildfires in the region. “As we welcome home the brave men and women who have been battling …NY DEC firefighting crew returns from […]

West Kelowna beefing up firefighting response – Kelowna Capital … – Kelowna Capital News

Kelowna Capital News West Kelowna beefing up firefighting response – Kelowna Capital …Kelowna Capital NewsIn response to the persistent extreme fire danger in our area and across the province, West Kelowna Fire Rescue has announced it is putting in place …Adding more firefighters – West Kelowna News – Castanet.netCastanet.netall 7 news articles » Powered by WPeMatico

West Kelowna beefing up firefighting response – Kelowna Capital News

West Kelowna beefing up firefighting responseKelowna Capital NewsIn response to the persistent extreme fire danger in our area and across the province, West Kelowna Fire Rescue has announced it is putting in place enhancements to the fire service for both West Kelowna and the Westbank First Nation. According to the …and more » Powered by WPeMatico

Fight against Verdant Creek fire stepped up but threat to Hwy. 93 remains – Calgary Herald

Calgary Herald Fight against Verdant Creek fire stepped up but threat to Hwy. 93 remainsCalgary HeraldAfter being closed for more than a week, Sunshine Village is hoping to re-open to summer guests this week “if the firefighting efforts continue to be a success,” said resort spokeswoman Kendra Scurfield. Motorists planning to travel on Hwy. 93 […]

Drone disrupts firefighting efforts in Prater Fire – Reno Gazette Journal

Reno Gazette Journal Drone disrupts firefighting efforts in Prater FireReno Gazette JournalCrews wasted 10 minutes of firefighting time when a drone interrupted their work battling the Prater Fire over the weekend. They had to stop when a drone flew over the area and disrupted the path of a helicopter, which were being used to survey […]

ALEA’s Planned Name Change Inclusive of Firefighting, SAR – Rotor & Wing International

Rotor & Wing International ALEA’s Planned Name Change Inclusive of Firefighting, SARRotor & Wing InternationalOver time, he explained, law enforcement agencies have been making their air unit fleets more capable, adding Bambi Buckets and hoists to perform firefighting and search and rescue operations. This expanded the role of law enforcement, and ALEA has … Powered by […]

Camp introduces girls to careers in firefighting – 13newsnow.com

13newsnow.com Camp introduces girls to careers in firefighting13newsnow.comThe goal of Camp Fury is to introduce girls to firefighting as a career and give girls the chance to connect with women who work in fields typically dominated by men. It also gives girls the opportunity to try new things and build self-confidence and … Powered by […]