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    • July 2019

    The July issue of Firehouse includes features stories on fire-based EMS and wildland firefighting, plus a look back at the 2019 Station Design Conference and the 25th anniversary of the South Canyon Fire. Don't forget to check out this month's special supplement: Apparatus Safety & Specifications.

    More content from July 2019

    John Tippett, Jr.
    South Canyon Survivors Kip Gray, Kimberly Lightley, Bryan Scholz, and Alex Robertson recount their experiences from the Storm King Mountain Fire.
    Firehouse remembers and honors the 14 wildland firefighters lost in the South Canyon Fire. Plus, Tom Harbour shares his reflections of that fateful day.
    July 1, 2019
    Matt Derby
    Duxbury, MA, May 22, 2019
    This month's Hot Shots features Duxbury, MA, firefighters battling heavy fire conditions in a detached garage with a vehicle inside.
    July 1, 2019
    Brandon Green
    Firefighters need to understand the proper methods for strength training to prevent injuries and increase performance.
    Brandon Green explains the importance of choosing specific regimens to replicate emergency operations.
    July 1, 2019
    Curt Varone
    Curt Varone describes how recent court cases reveal the need for fire departments to preserve electronically stored information.
    July 1, 2019
    Michigan State Police
    That apparatus shown in the photo 1 did, in fact, rollover just as some had predicted it might.
    Michael Wilbur and Tom Shand detail how apparatus design is an often-overlooked factor that can lead to a rollover disaster.
    July 1, 2019
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    Greg Stone and Jeff Gaskin go over some common problems to avoid when buying your next apparatus.
    July 1, 2019
    Brian Brown
    Tires Newer Tread Depth Tool
    Brian Brown details how a good tire maintenance plan reduces costs and adds safety.
    July 1, 2019
    Ron Moore
    This driver’s seat shows an airbag ID sewn into the seam of the upholstery of the seatback. Photos by Ron Moore
    Ron Moore explains the process for intentional deployment of seat-mounted, side impact airbags for training and educational purposes.
    July 1, 2019
    Mike Meadows
    In this new era of “mega fires,” western wildfires nearly half the size of the state of Rhode Island occur every year.
    Tom Harbour warns that WUI operations will be a significant component of the next decade.
    July 1, 2019
    Peter Matthews
    Firehouse Editor-in-Chief Peter Matthews explains that the explosive number of wildfires has put an end to the traditional wildfire season.
    July 1, 2019
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    NFPA Announces Theme for Fire Prevention Week 2019
    July 1, 2019
    Pictured (from left): Chief Ronald J. Siarnicki, executive director of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, two members of the FDNY Ceremonial Unit, and Jon London, chief marketing officer, X2 All-Natural Energy Drink.
    X2 Partners with NFFF on 50 Stair Climbs
    July 1, 2019
    Holmatro is now the Official Rescue Equipment provider for America's National Park of Speed. Along with over 500 events held seasonally at the 640-acre facility, 10 major weekends...
    July 1, 2019
    Janell Conner/North Beach Volunteer Fire Department
    Two residents died and several firefighters were injured when the end unit collapsed.
    Chief Billy Goldfeder shares a close call involving an occupied, sprinklered townhouse fire with victims trapped…and a firefighter mayday.
    July 1, 2019
    Peter Matthews
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    For the 38th year, Firehouse shares and compares statistics about company and department levels, funding, staffing and pay for the career fire service.
    July 1, 2019
    Stefan Svensson
    Photos by Stefan Svensson
    Stefan Svensson says the answer to many fireground questions (like fog vs. smooth bore nozzles) depends on the situation.
    July 1, 2019
    Brown Reynolds Watford Architects
    Topics at the 2019 SDC ranged from intitial planning and building to sustainability.
    Firehouse’s Station Design Conference highlighted the latest in station design innovations, technology and healthy concepts.
    July 1, 2019