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  • Using The Internet To Manage Emergencies

    Barry Furey reviews the latest technology, suggesting that the letters ICS someday may stand for the "Internet Command System."

    Article • June 1st, 2000

  • 911 For 911: What Happens When The Emergency Number Goes Down?
    911 For 911: What Happens When The Emergency Number Goes Down?

    Barry Furey explains how emergencies are handled when the local 911 system fails, and addresses concerns such as why it happens and how often, and whether the systems can be made more reliable.

    Article • May 1st, 2000

  • "Training For The Information Age”

    The issues that normally permeate news headlines – fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, technical rescue and the ever-increasing demand to “do more with less” – bring a number of other concerns...

    Article • February 29th, 2000

  • Firehouse.com: 1999 Year In Review

    Charles Werner takes a look at the Firehouse.com website's successful first year of operation and previews what's ahead.

    Article • December 31st, 1999

  • Computer-Aided Dispatch Installation: A Survival Guide

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • August 1st, 1999

  • Progress Report: Firehouse.com

    Charles Werner provides an update on what’s available at Firehouse.com, the premier fire and emergency services website attracting thousands of visitors every day.

    Article • August 1st, 1999

  • Locating Your Dispatch Center

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • June 1st, 1999

  • Emergency At E911

    Article Available Online Soon!

    Article • March 31st, 1999

  • What's New In Thermal Imaging And Infrared Technology

    A compilation of the newest products available to the fire-rescue service.

    Article • March 31st, 1999

  • The Art & Science Of Atmospheric Monitoring

    Everyday contaminants are on the surfaces that we touch and in the air we breathe. Brian L. Parsley discusses different types of atmospheric monitors and how they can be of benefit to the fire service.

    Article • February 28th, 1999

  • The Dispatcher & Domestic Terrorism

    Communications personnel are often the first to deal with direct or implied terrorist threats. Barry Furey discusses the different faces of terrorism and important points to remember if you work in a dispatch center.

    Article • January 31st, 1999

  • Y2K: Ready or Not, Here It Comes

    Is your emergency services organization Y2K compliant? Barry Furey examines the Y2K problem and outlines what to look for and how to cope with the millenium bug.

    Article • January 31st, 1999

  • A GPS System For Fire Department & EMS Dispatch

    Francis Hamit describes how emergency responders around the world are using the Global Positioning System (GPS).

    Article • November 30th, 1997

  • GPS Receivers In Emergency Vehicles

    David C. Delisio shows the value and efficiency of the GPS in saving time during emergency incidents.

    Article • March 31st, 1997

  • Fire-Related Internet Locations

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

    Article • January 31st, 1997

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