August 2000

Aug. 2, 1900: FAIRFIELD, MD - The large complex of the Baltimore Chrome Company was destroyed by a nighttime blaze. The loss was estimated at $600,000. Aug. 2, 1900: BUFFALO, ...

It has been an amazing year so far. I have traveled far and wide covering the American fire service for Firehouse® Magazine. Teaching in Seattle and riding on one of their fireboats...

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While flying to Milwaukee recently, cruising at 35,000 feet, I found myself catching up on my professional trade journal reading. My standard practice is to pile the reading materials...

In this modern era, management has been introduced to and often embraces a softer approach to dealing with personnel issues. The fire service is no exception to this phenomenon...

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In a most welcome and unexpected action, President Clinton has created a Presidential Medal of Valor for Public Safety Officers that will include firefighters and emergency responders...

Ronald E. Shaw describes a new challenge for rescue personnel - a new vehicle glazing, the polycarbonate window.

Charles L. Werner shows why computer viruses have become a serious concern for the emergency service community.

Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur introduce a series of articles that will enhance a fire department's ability to obtain properly designed and functional apparatus.

Bob Smith teaches would-be fire officers and chiefs how to make the cut and get the badge for the job of their dreams.

Mike Wieder points out why an incident commander must be prepared to shift into a "higher gear" when the needs of the incident dictate.