USA TODAY Say so long to the P-2 Neptune, fire-fighting juggernautUSA TODAYMISSOULA, Mont. — Another chapter in aviation history came to an end this past weekend as Neptune Aviation retired the last of their P-2 Neptune firefighting air tankers. “Today is an ending of an era,” said Neptune Aviation chief operating officer … Powered by […]
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East Oregonian White House adds firefighting funding to $29B disaster aid packageEast OregonianIn the meantime, Wednesday’s request proposal would provide $16 billion to pay those flood claims, along with $13 billion for Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster relief efforts. Federal firefighting accounts would receive $577 million as well …The Latest: White House requests $29B disaster […]
Salmon Arm Observer MP wants law to protect firefighting equipment – Salmon Arm ObserverSalmon Arm ObserverThe Conservative MP has introduced a private member’s bill that seeks to amend the Criminal Code of Canada in relation to offences involving firefighting …and more » Powered by WPeMatico
Merritt Herald B.C. WILDFIRES: Everyone finding a way to contribute to firefighting …Merritt HeraldWhen no wildfires are burning, inmate crews can deploy to the two BC Wildfire Service provincial depots in Chilliwack and Prince George. There, they inventory …B.C. thanks inmates who helped during the province’s worst-ever …Toronto Starall 2 news articles » Powered by WPeMatico
Sicamous Eagle Valley News MP wants law to protect firefighting equipment – Sicamous Eagle …Sicamous Eagle Valley NewsThe Conservative MP has introduced a private member’s bill that seeks to amend the Criminal Code of Canada in relation to offences involving firefighting …and more » Powered by WPeMatico
Salmon Arm Observer MP wants law to protect firefighting equipmentSalmon Arm ObserverThe bill proposes a new specific offence for theft of firefighting equipment that causes danger to life. Arnold’s bill also proposes to establish mischief related to firefighting equipment as an aggravating circumstance while the third component of the …and more » Powered by WPeMatico
Merritt Herald BC WILDFIRES: Everyone finding a way to contribute to firefighting effortMerritt HeraldCrews from Fraser Regional Correctional Centre (FRCC) and Prince George Regional Correctional Centre (PGRCC), under the guidance of BCWS fire camp co-ordinators, set up and take down firefighting base camps, assist with inventory of camp-related … Powered by WPeMatico
www.ottawacommunitynews.com/ New international firefighting curriculum unveiled in Ottawawww.ottawacommunitynews.com/A new firefighting curriculum developed right here in Ottawa changes how fires are fought. The international curriculum was unveiled on Sept. 28, and it draws on scientific research to help firefighters when on the scene. Things are changing when it … Powered by WPeMatico
Milestone Aviation provides two medium helicopters to FAASA for firefighting missionsVertical Magazine (press release)The helicopters are currently in Spain, where FAASA is carrying out reconfiguration work to facilitate the new firefighting mission. “Milestone is proud to begin a new partnership with FAASA, a long established and respected helicopter operator and …and more » Powered by WPeMatico
Rotor & Wing International Milestone Aviation provides two medium helicopters to FAASA for …Vertical Magazine (press release)Milestone Aviation Group announced today that it has entered into an agreement to lease two B412SP helicopters to FAASA Aviacion S.A. of Spain to support …Milestone Aviation Leases 412s for Firefighting Following Offshore ApplicationRotor & Wing Internationalall 2 news articles » […]