Rescue

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Departments must honestly assess their capabilities to determine their readiness for scaffolding incidents. This includes evaluating training levels, equipment availability, staffing strength and operational gaps.
Robert Policht explains the particulars of the disciplined stabilization, extrication, teamwork and training that's required for rescues that involve scaffolding.
April 10, 2026
Philadelphia Parking Garage Collapse Leaves One Dead, Two Missing
April 9, 2026
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FDNY is among early technology adopters by understanding where technology can help mitigate incidents. Here, a drone hovers among FDNY vehicles that are used in a collaborate effort to prevent drownings at beach in the Borough of Queens.
April 3, 2026
Nearly 70 Fall as Floor Collapses During Wedding in Tamworth, NH, Venue
March 22, 2026
Photos by Scott Richardson
Being diligent about creating a warm zone enables the rescue team space to operate safely.
March 13, 2026
Live: Technical Rescue Underway in Bethesda
March 10, 2026
Watch: Two Rescued after Hot Air Balloon Hits Tower
March 2, 2026
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Deaths of Six Kansas City, MO, Firefighters is Released
March 1, 2026
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The former Coast Guard station will become a fire station for Park Township, bolstering fire, EMS and water rescue resources.
March 1, 2026

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