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February 1997


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A Lynn, MA, firefighter breaks away ice that built up on Tower 4 during an all-night three-alarm fire in a 10-family apartment building. Units from five cities helped Lynn battle the New Year's Day blaze in 4-degree weather.

Dedication

Fire Department Operations

Incident Report

  • Joseph Louderback discusses "Mischief Night" in Camden, NJ, and "Devil's Night" in Detroit, and how the efforts of residents and firefighters are helping to decrease the number of pre-Halloween arson fires.

  • Paul Hashagen recounts several arson fires that ended in destruction and disaster, taxing the firefighters and other emergency responders around the city.

Fire Service Leadership

Emergency Communications

  • Leroy P. McKeever offers fire departments a practical guide in using their radio system to relay imperative information.

  • Ed Epstein presents a list of fire-related Internet addresses for those who want to learn more about the fire and emergency services.

Fireground Safety

Firefronts

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