October 1996

Homer Robertson reports on fires that occurred in a 10-block area after vandals damaged a regulator which supplied gas to numerous homes.

Fred Endrikat discusses the importance of being informed, properly trained and equipped when conducting a confined space rescue.

Chris Bengivengo describes the difficulties in being part of a dive rescue team.

Gerard J. Naylis describes how one state has developed a program to attract volunteers to the fire and emergency services.

Alan Brunacini continues his explanations of the importance of those in the fire service maintaining good relations with the community.

Peter S. Beering describes how an old fire station was saved from demolition and used as part of a memorial to fallen firefighters and as a museum.

Blood and body fluids can still be infectious more that 24 hours after an incident.

Can firefighters be restricted from participating in campaigns, especially at the local level where the outcome may have a direct effect on the department itself?

Whether rural or suburban, in the North, South, East or West, the demands on volunteer fire departments and their members are increasing.

An afternoon fire at a three-story dwelling on Linden Street was the site of a dramatic rescue of three children by arriving firemen.

Firehouse® presents the results of the eighth annual Volunteer Run Survey.

Lightning caused a major fire after it struck a three-million-gallon gasoline storage tank.