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Driver Recalls Fall as Wash. Bridge Collapses
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More Than 50 Hurt in Indiana School Bus Crash
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One Child Dead, One Missing in Sand in Minn. Park
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Latest News

Posted: May 24, 2013

Grand Jury Says Calif. Chief Not Following Policies

One of the more serious findings is that a "contentious work environment" exists for volunteer firefighters, where "numerous forms of discrimination exists."

Wis. Farmers, Firefighters Partner to Identify Hazards

Without hesitation, one farmer rattles off all the chemicals he has on his property that could be deadly.

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In the Line of Duty

Veteran Dallas Firefighter Killed in Condo Blaze

Dallas Firefighter Stanley Wilson was a 28-year veteran of the department.

USFA On-Duty Deaths: 2013-13 2012-83

Topics Highlights

Technology & Communications

Step Right Up. It’s Showtime

by Ed Ballam

Fire tradeshows are in full swing and it's a good idea for every firefighter and fire officer to attend at least one trade show a year to learn more about products and...

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Wildland

N.M. Homes Threatened in Wildfire Set by Grinder Sparks

Christine Steele

The first significant fire for Grant County of 2013 was apparently started by sparks from a man grinding material in his shop. More than 160 acres burned.

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Firefighter Safety

Cause of Blaze That Hurt Pa. Firefighters Probed

Molly Born

Several Bellevue firefighters were hurt in an apartment building fire which remains under investigation.

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Funding & Grants

Ohio Official Says It's Time to Stop Attacking Fire Dept.

Michael D. Pitman

The vice mayor of Middletown says its time for the discussions about cuts to the fire department to end as there have been no feasible cost-saving measures developed.

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Careers

A Return to College Life

by Cynthia Mills

As my husband returns to college to get his degree, this means that his efforts are our efforts together. Just like I support him, he always supports me and makes my endeavors...

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Emergency Vehicles & Operations

Fire & Rescue Apparatus Maintenance Roundtable

by Ed Ballam

When it comes to fire apparatus maintenance issues, you would be correct to think that equipment required for emissions standards was challenging. You would also be correct to...

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Fire Prevention & Investigation

Cause of Blaze That Hurt Pa. Firefighters Probed

Molly Born

Several Bellevue firefighters were hurt in an apartment building fire which remains under investigation.

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Leadership & Command

Preparedness of Las Vegas Responders Questioned

Tovin Lapan

Vegas is a tourism mecca making it a target for terrorists and vulnerable to man-made or natural disasters. But is it ready for a large-scale medical emergency?

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Politics & Law

Tornado Damage Estimates in Oklahoma Top $2 Billion

RAMIT PLUSHNICK-MASTI

As many as 13,000 homes were damaged or destroyed and countless public buildings and businesses were ruined as well by tornadoes that ripped Oklahoma this week.

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Rescue & Special Ops

Driver Recalls Fall as Wash. Bridge Collapses

The four-lane I-5 bridge over the Skagit River collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water.

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Strategy & Tactics

Pennington: Armpit Firefighters & Hose Stream Managment

by Ryan Pennington

A debate that has been around since my first day in the jumpseat is: pistol grip or no pistol grip?

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Training

Integrate Training to its Fullest

by Chris Battlo

Recently I have had the opportunity to watch several training evolutions. These have been both single company and multi-company drills. Each involved establishing water...

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Health & Wellness

Burned Pa. Firefighter Leaves Hospital After Three Months

Ad Crable

Nearly three months after being severely burned in a fire that killed two in the city, firefighter Lt. Andre Kelley walked out of a rehab hospital Wednesday morning to a...

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Breaking News

West EMS Loses Members, Station in Blast

SUSAN NICOL

EMS Supervisor Tom Marek laid down across the front seat of the fire truck to survive the blast.

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Blogs

Pennington: Armpit Firefighters & Hose Stream Managment

Ryan Pennington

Friday May 24, 2013

Have you ever seen an armpit firefighter? You know the type, the firefighter who has the nozzle...

EMS Training? Not Again!

Chris Battlo

Wednesday May 15, 2013

There has been a definite shift toward first responder or medical calls in most areas. No...

Carter: What Does Not Kill You Will Make You Stronger

Dr. Harry Carter

Sunday May 12, 2013

Have you ever thought about how boring life would be if you got everything for which you...

The Biggest Honor in the Fire Service

Ryan Pennington

Friday May 10, 2013

What is the biggest honor that you have ever received in the fire service? From a medal of...

Your Crew Has a Mayday: Are you Ready?

Ryan Pennington

Friday May 3, 2013

As I listen to the audio recording from the fire in Baltimore County, Md., that claimed the...

Fornell: Imagine for a Moment - Legislation in Texas

Capt. Dave Fornell

Thursday April 25, 2013

What would you think if you read this tomorrow morning in your morning paper or on your iPhone...

Mills: Is There a Correct Response to Tragedy?

Cynthia Mills

Thursday April 18, 2013

Life is so busy, so busy, all the time. With three homeschooled children who are into various...

Pennington: Those Who Rush In...

Ryan Pennington

Thursday April 18, 2013

As the news continues to come in from West, Texas, we stand by waiting for the inevitable. No...

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Interoperability is More...
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Peter Lamb

This webcast will discuss the actual meaning of interoperability beyond the...
This webcast will discuss the actual meaning of interoperability beyond the equipment that most responders associate with the phrase. Chief Peter Lamb will review the term and apply it to the people, procedures and equipment used by fire departments...

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Developing a Thermal Imaging...
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Michael Daley

Michael Daley will present an in-depth look at the need for fire and rescue...
Michael Daley will present an in-depth look at the need for fire and rescue crews to deploy thermal imaging cameras. The webcast includes an overview of the concepts behind thermal imaging cameras (TICs) and how they operate. During the interactive...

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First Arriving Unit...
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Richard J. Blatus and Tom Richardson

This webcast will emphasize the importance of the decisions made by the first...
This webcast will emphasize the importance of the decisions made by the first arriving unit and explore how those decisions can make or break an operation. Co-presenters Richard J. Blatus and Thomas J. Richardson will illustrate how students should deploy...

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Truck Company Do's and Don'ts
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Join firefighter and fire instructor Jonathan Hall for his first Firehouse.com...
Join firefighter and fire instructor Jonathan Hall for his first Firehouse.com Webcast on the myriad of truck company duties that need to occur prior to and during fire incidents. This webcast will examine duties such as: response area, equipment and...

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AEDs: Increasing Sudden...
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North Lake Tahoe is among the safest places in the U.S. to have a sudden cardiac...
North Lake Tahoe is among the safest places in the U.S. to have a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Why? The entire community is prepared with automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

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Firehouse Insider March 2013
March 26, 2013
Deputy Chief Raymond O'Brocki, Baltimore City, MD, FD

The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Lessons from...
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Bob Duemmel talks with Battalion Chief Brian Kazmierzak about close calls...

The Leader's Toolbox: Telecommunicator...
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The Buzz on Technical Rescue: SUSAR, Air...
December 11, 2012
Join Host Bob Duemmel and Chief Master Sergeant Daryl Cook as they...

FH Insider December 2012
December 5, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Harry R. Carter...
The Leader's Toolbox: Safety, Training and...
November 28, 2012
This month's topics include tackling an issue where training drills have...

The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Tactical Search...
November 23, 2012
The discussion between Bob Duemmel and Todd Fetters covers the various...

The Average Jake's Views from the Jumpseat...
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Listen Ryan Pennington and Robert C. Owens Jr. discuss how complacency is...

Lessons from Mayday Survivors Roundtable
September 17, 2012
Firehouse Editor Peter Matthews talks with Kevin Conant and Tom Rogan...

The Buzz on Technical Rescue: The 5-Step...
September 11, 2012
Learn about “The 5 Step Discipline for Overturns and Underrides," heavy...
Firehouse Insider Sept. 2012
September 6, 2012
Orange County, CA, Fire Authority

Firehouse Insider August 2012
August 2, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Barry Furey about...

Firehouse Insider July 2012
July 10, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Mark Nugent...

The Leader's Toolbox: Heavy Contents...
June 27, 2012
Dr. Richard Gasaway and Ryan Pennington discuss the challenges that...

Tips for the 2012 Assistance to Firefighter...
June 12, 2012
Veteran grant writer Brian Vickers shares tips and guidance on applying for...
The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Technical and...
June 12, 2012
Bob Duemmel and Kent Freeman look at the tactics used around tower rescues...

Firehouse Insider June 2012
June 6, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Christopher...

The Leader's Toolbox: Sustaining Public...
May 26, 2012
Dr. Richard B. Gasaway and Bill Booth, president of the Interact Business...

The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Chemical...
May 22, 2012
Capt. Mark Schmitt talks about the new challenges responders face at...

Apparatus Architects: FDIC Recap and...
May 14, 2012
Apparatus Architects Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur talk about the new fire...
Firehouse Insider May 2012
May 2, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Strasburg, PA, Fire...

Firehouse Insider April 2012
April 3, 2012
Firehouse Insider April 2012: Syracuse, NY, Fire Chief Mark McClees

Apparatus Architects: Updating Rigs for...
March 23, 2012
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur discuss

The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Southern...
March 8, 2012
Three veteran rescue specialists review technology for on technical...

Firehouse Magazine Insider: January 2012
March 6, 2012
Firehouse Managing Editor Elizabeth Neroulas talks with Tim Szymanski...