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Collin Hofschulte urges firefighters to recognize that part of their core duty is putting the needs of citizens before their own by prioritizing fire prevention.
Fires burn quickly due to the content in our homes. Fire sprinklers are the only technology that can stop a fire from becoming deadly. Removing fire sprinklers from codes allows the construction of substandard homes, putting residents, firefighters and the community at risk. Use the online Impact Tool to enter local fire data and turn it into actionable insights to inform local official.
Christina Diaz explains how the Seminole County, FL, Fire Department's fire prevention program reached the often-ignored 'tweenagers' and teenagers in its community by connecting with after-school clubs to empower students to join in on the content-producing process.
Dan Byrne urges fire departments to go beyond just Fire Prevention Week to educate their communities on the importance of robust protection services and funding.
Will Broscious and Jason Moore suggest numerous CRR technologies that fire departments can use to supplement their in-house community risk reduction resources.
A detailed review of the Gabriel House fire in Fall River showed that air conditioners blocked escape routes, fire doors were open and public safety staffing was insufficient.
