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‘Fire Ops 101’ demonstrates dangers and needs of modern fire fighting – Fox 59

Fox 59 ‘Fire Ops 101’ demonstrates dangers and needs of modern fire fightingFox 59LAWRENCE, Ind. – For a few hours Tuesday, several elected officials got to experience first-hand what it’s like to serve as a firefighter at Fire Ops 101. The Professional Firefighters of Indianapolis Local 416 hosted the event at the Lawrence …and more » […]

“Fire Ops 101” shows dangers and needs of modern fire fighting – WTTV CBS4Indy

WTTV CBS4Indy “Fire Ops 101” shows dangers and needs of modern fire fightingWTTV CBS4IndySeveral members of the Indianapolis City-County Council, township trustees, IMPD Chief Bryan Roach and others went through several different training scenarios designed to give a realistic firefighting experience. Organizers say the day is meant to … Powered by WPeMatico

WNC Public Safety Scholarship Recipient to Pursue Firefighting Career – WNC News

WNC Public Safety Scholarship Recipient to Pursue Firefighting CareerWNC NewsPursuing a career in public safety has become financially more feasible for Western Nevada College Fallon student Joseph Hill. The Churchill County High School graduate has been awarded a $2,000 Law Enforcement Education Program (LEEP) Dream … Powered by WPeMatico

As his motorcycle spun out of control, the Fishers firefighter said a prayer – Indianapolis Star

As his motorcycle spun out of control, the Fishers firefighter said a prayerIndianapolis StarAs his motorcycle careened out of control on a southern Indiana highway, Brandon Anderson said a silent prayer and prepared for the worst. The lieutenant with the Fishers Fire Department and a high school buddy were on their way to Lake Cumberland […]

Sultan fire district board: Geiger knows needs of firefighting – The Daily Herald

Sultan fire district board: Geiger knows needs of firefightingThe Daily HeraldThe only thing he got right was that Geiger is a professional firefighter, and that his professional peers are in support of him being a good community leader. Those who know him they will vouch for his integrity, honesty and ability to calmly make … […]

Tumut firefighters return from Canada – Tumut and Adelong Times

Tumut and Adelong Times Tumut firefighters return from CanadaTumut and Adelong TimesFive NPWS members and one RFS member from Tumut travelled to Canada to help them fight the worst wildfires in the country for 60 years. It’s hard to think of a more harrowing month than the one RFS volunteer Peter Symons has just experienced. […]

178th Firefighting Team deploys to Iraq – DVIDS (press release)

DVIDS (press release) 178th Firefighting Team deploys to IraqDVIDS (press release)The 178th Engineer Firefighting Team is made up of six Soldiers led by Staff Sgt. Matthew Stevens, who also deployed to Afghanistan with the 176th Engineer Firefighting Team in 2011. The unit is deploying in support of Operation Inherent Resolve … Powered by WPeMatico

Triple triumph at firefighting awards – Cambrian News

Cambrian News Triple triumph at firefighting awardsCambrian NewsHARLECH Fire Station has been named Station of the Year at a special awards ceremony. There was triple triumph for the area at the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service Awards Ceremony. Harlech Fire Station was awarded Station of the Year award, …and more » Powered by WPeMatico

Firefighting exhibit to open Sept. 29 at Heritage Center – Enid News & Eagle

Firefighting exhibit to open Sept. 29 at Heritage CenterEnid News & EagleThe “Firefighting in the Strip” exhibit celebrates the men and women who have risen to meet the challenges of protecting the people and the land of Northwest Oklahoma from the danger of fires past to present. The exhibit explores the formation of … Powered […]

IUMI calls for boost to boxship firefighting capabilities – TradeWinds (subscription)

IUMI calls for boost to boxship firefighting capabilitiesTradeWinds (subscription)“With the growing size of container vessels, the challenge of insufficient firefighting arrangements is becoming even greater,” it said. There is also serious concern about the risks that seafarers face in trying to fight boxship fires, with IUMI …and more » Powered by WPeMatico